Since the imperial court officially announced that officials would be sent to Zhejiang to investigate Ma Ningyuan's case, public opinion in the capital has been calmed down.

Forbidden City, Qianqing Palace.

At this moment, Jiajing was sitting cross-legged on the futon, his eyes seemed to be closed, and his breathing was extraordinarily smooth.

With Jiajing's vomit and acceptance, the essence between heaven and earth seemed to resonate with it, and Jiajing's complexion became more and more ruddy in the process.

Immediately, the spirit gathering array that shrouded the entire Qianqing Palace automatically operated, and all the spiritual energy within a radius of hundreds of miles was gathered in the Qianqing Palace for Jiajing's cultivation.

Although today's Jiajing is only one step away from the foundation building period, since entering the late stage of Qi cultivation, Jiajing's cultivation speed has visibly slowed down.

Even though Jiajing practiced hard every day, the speed of cultivation did not increase by any faster because of this.

However, since Jiajing learned to fly with the sword, Lei Fa has greatly improved, and the speed of cultivation has gradually increased.

With the aura in the Qianqing Palace, it became more and more abundant, and the qi technique cultivated by Jiajing operated automatically, and in an instant, the aura around him was absorbed into Jiajing's body at an extremely fast speed.

This part of the aura absorbed into Jiajing's body, through the operation route of the exercises, circulated in various meridians in the body, and after a week, it rushed towards the cyclone impact of the dantian in Jiajing's body.

And the cyclone at the Jiajing Dantian was like a black hole, frantically absorbing the aura escaping from the Qianqing Palace, as if it could never be filled.

Soon, the aura that had escaped in the Qianqing Palace earlier was absorbed by Jiajing, and then, I saw Jiajing withdraw from the cultivation state and slowly get up from the futon.

After roughly perceiving the condition of his body, Jiajing's face was full of joy, and he said to himself silently: "Well, the mana in the body has improved a lot compared to before!" ”

After that, I saw Jiajing sit back on the dragon chair, pick up a letter sent by the celebrant supervisor, and read it casually.

……

Not long after, from outside the Qianqing Palace, Lu Fang's voice came: "Your Majesty! ”

When Jiajing heard this, he put aside the letter in his hand that had been browsed, and commanded: "Come in!" ”

After getting Jiajing's permission, I saw Lu Fang walking in with a silent step.

As soon as Lu Fang entered the Qianqing Palace, he felt an unprecedented sense of lightness, and the tiredness of his body also dissipated the moment he entered the Qianqing Palace.

After greedily breathing a few mouthfuls of the air of the Qianqing Palace, Lu Fang immediately came to Jiajing, lowered his head, and reported respectfully.

"Your Majesty, not long ago, Yan Maoqing and Wang Ting, who were selected by you to investigate the case in Zhejiang, have officially set off!"

"Well, I know!"

When Jiajing heard this, he glanced at Lu Fang quite indifferently and said in response.

After that, I saw Jiajing turn around and look at Lu Fang, and then asked, "Lu Fang, I ask you, what is the current situation on the imperial concubine's side, and do you still need anything?" ”

"Your Majesty really cares about the concubine!"

Lu Fang sighed so emotionally, and immediately came back to his senses, leaned down, and responded respectfully.

"Your Majesty, before the slave maid came, she went to Ganlu Palace on purpose, and learned from Imperial Physician Li that the current health of the concubine is very healthy, and there is nothing missing in Ganlu Palace for the time being."

"Well, that's good!"

After Jiajing learned the news from Lu Fang's mouth, the whole person couldn't help but breathe a sigh of relief, and the conversation changed sharply, and then followed the order.

"Lu Fang, after coming down later, you can personally go to Honglu Temple and the Ministry of Rites, and tell them that you can start preparing!"

Although Lu Fang had been mentally prepared before this, he was still a little incredulous when this day really came.

Then, I saw him pluck up his courage and cautiously confirm to Jiajing: "Your Majesty...... Your Majesty, you ...... What do you mean is to be, to be officially canonized......"

Hearing this, Jiajing glanced at Lu Fang, and said unhurriedly: "Well, that's right, Lu Fang, it's exactly what you think, after the child in the womb of the imperial concubine Shen is born, I should also fulfill my promise and officially canonize her as the queen!" ”

Because this news was too shocking, Lu Fang's brain shut down for a moment, and then, I saw him come back to his senses, kneel on the ground quite excitedly, and respond in a deep voice: "Obey, Your Majesty!" ”

For Lu Fang, who has accompanied Jiajing for many years, there is nothing more gratifying than seeing the vacancy of the queen being filled again!

Thinking like this, Lu Fang couldn't help but fall into memories, he still remembered the scene when Jiajing first ascended the throne.

Jiajing, as the son of a vassal king and a side branch of the royal family, it stands to reason that the throne will not be his turn, but Emperor Wuzong Zhu Houzhao died suddenly, breaking all this.

Zhu Houzhao did not leave an heir, so the emperor could only be selected from among Zhu Houzhao's brothers, and on the day of Zhu Houzhao's death, Jiajing was established as emperor by Yang Tinghe, then the first assistant of the cabinet, and Empress Dowager Zhang.

The reason why Yang Tinghe and other ministers made Jiajing emperor was very simple, Jiajing at that time was only fifteen years old, and there was no power behind it, so it was relatively easy to control.

But then, Jiajing's series of behaviors made Yang Tinghe and other ministers deeply remorseful.

They found themselves electing a wise, scheming, and uncontrollable emperor, and in the process, Jiajing continued to strengthen his authority, and eventually, through the Great Rites Council, established himself as supreme emperor!

Just when Lu Fang was immersed in memories and couldn't extricate himself, he saw the guide eunuch hurriedly enter the Qianqing Palace and report respectfully to Jiajing.

"Your Majesty, the British Duke is asking to see you outside!"

After learning the news, I saw Lu Fang suddenly come back to his senses, and his face was full of doubts that he couldn't hide.

"At this time, what is the British duke doing here, just let him in!"

When Jiajing heard this, he waved his hand quite casually and commanded.

"Yes, Your Majesty!"

After the guide eunuch responded, he did not hesitate at all, and immediately walked away.

……

Outside the Qianqing Palace, the British Duke Zhang Rong looked at the Qianqing Palace close at hand, and his face was full of anxiety.

The reason why Zhang Rong came to meet Jiajing today is very simple: not long ago, Jiajing handed over the list of the sons and daughters of the clans and nobles who were selected to serve in the southwest to Zhang Rong, the British public, and asked him to announce it on his behalf.

During this time, the British public Zhang Rong never received any news about this!

As time passed, those clans and nobles gradually became worried, for fear that something would happen to them.

Therefore, the British public Zhang Rong came here today to explore Jiajing's tone!

"I hope nothing happens!"

Just as Zhang Rong was praying in his heart, he saw the leading eunuch quietly walk up to him, bow down, and say respectfully.

"British Duke, you can go in, Your Majesty is waiting for you inside!"

"Well, I'm tired of my father-in-law!"

After Zhang Rong heard the voice of the eunuch, he suddenly came back to his senses, and then, he saw Zhang Rong arch his hand and express his gratitude.

Seeing this, the guide eunuch hurriedly returned the salute to Zhang Rong, and said with sincere fear: "Where, where, the British public is serious!" ”

After this, I saw Zhang Rong bow his head slightly and step on the stairs of the Qianqing Palace.

After entering the Qianqing Palace, I saw Zhang Rong looking at Jiajing, who was sitting on the dragon chair at the moment, and immediately knelt on the ground and said in a deep voice.

"Weichen knocks to see Your Majesty, long live my emperor, long live, long live!"

"Well, get up!"

Hearing this, Jiajing glanced at Zhang Rong, waved his hand, and commanded.

"Thank you, Your Majesty!"

After getting Jiajing's consent, Zhang Rongfang slowly got up from the ground.

After Zhang Rong got up from the ground, he saw Jiajing wave his hand and commanded: "Come on, give a seat for the British public!" ”

As soon as Jiajing's words fell, a eunuch soon stepped forward and prepared a seat for Zhang Rong.

"Sit down!"

"Thank you, Your Majesty, for your grace!"

Seeing this, Zhang Rong immediately bowed his hand to Jiajing to express his gratitude.

Then, I saw Zhang Rong sitting straight on the seat, and the whole person was sitting upright, not daring to make the slightest movement.

Seeing this, Jiajing's face was full of warm smiles, looked in the direction where Zhang Rong was, and followed closely as he spoke.

"The British Duke doesn't have to be so restrained, let's say, why did you come to me this time?"

When Zhang Rong heard this, after hesitating for a long time, he said, "Your Majesty...... Your Majesty, here's the thing, didn't you ask Weichen not long ago to announce the list of the sons and daughters of the clans and nobles who were selected to serve in the southwest? ”

Hearing this, Jiajing raised his eyebrows and asked, "Oh, could it be that there is something wrong with that list?" ”

Zhang Rong saw that Jiajing had misinterpreted his meaning, hurriedly waved his hand, and explained: "Your Majesty, it's not like this, since the last time the list was announced, there has been no news for a long time, and those clans and nobles who were included in the list are quite worried about this, so they ......."

When he said this, Jiajing finally understood Zhang Rong's intention, and then, I saw him chuckle, took in the expression on Zhang Rong's face, and comforted him.

"Don't worry, now that the list has been announced, there is no possibility of changing it!"

After Zhang Rong learned the news from Jiajing, the heart that had been hanging finally landed safely.

At the same time, he also felt remorse for being so reckless in coming to Jiajing to verify the matter.

"Your Majesty, will you feel that we, the clansmen and nobles, are too enthusiastic about this matter, in case the time comes......"

Thinking of this, Zhang Rong's face couldn't help but show a look of worry.

Jiajing seemed to see the worry in Zhang Rong's heart, only to see him raise his eyebrows, and then said: "British Duke, you came just in time, when do you think it is more appropriate to leave?" ”

When Zhang Rong heard Jiajing's words, he couldn't help but breathe a sigh of relief, and said to himself silently: "Huh, it seems that Your Majesty didn't take this matter to heart!" ”

Immediately afterwards, after thinking about it for a long time, Zhang Rong suddenly had a flash of inspiration in his mind, and put forward his own suggestion: "Your Majesty, it will not be long before the imperial concubine will give birth, why don't you let them officially set off to serve in the southwest after that?" ”

When Jiajing heard this, he responded without thinking: "Well, since that's the case, then it's decided!" ”

When Zhang Rong heard this, he immediately got up from the seat, arched his hand to Jiajing, and responded in a deep voice: "Obey, Your Majesty!" ”

Seeing that the purpose of his trip had been successfully achieved, Zhang Rong felt relieved.

Then, after Zhang Rong carefully considered the language, he faced Jiajing and asked.

"Dare to ask Your Majesty, what is the current situation of the concubine, do you need us to ......?"

"Thanks to the British public's concern, the current health of the imperial concubine is very healthy!"

When Jiajing said this, as if she suddenly remembered something, she added a sentence again: "By the way, she also mentioned it to me before, saying that she likes the gift you sent very much, and you bothered to do it!" ”

"Yes, yes, it's good if the concubine likes it."

When Zhang Rong heard this, an unnatural look flashed on his face, and he laughed twice, and responded.

Jiajing took in the expression on Zhang Rong's face, waved his hand, and then said, "British Duke, I still have things to deal with next, so let's do it first!" ”

"Yes, Your Majesty, Weichen will retire!"

When Zhang Rong heard Jiajing's words, he immediately knelt on the ground with a plop and said respectfully.

After that, Zhang Rong did not stop at all, turned around and left the Qianqing Palace, and after walking out of the Qianqing Palace, Zhang Rong's face showed a little regret, only to see him look at the scenery in the distance, and sighed.

"Alas, it seems that I shouldn't have listened to Cheng Guogong's advice and given gifts to the concubine!"

……

On the other side, the Ministry of Rites.

In the room, Li Chunfang, the secretary of the Ministry of Rites, was methodically processing the official documents sent by his subordinates.

Although many officials in the court and the central government have complained about Li Chunfang's recent examination held in the Gongyuan and specifically aimed at the clan and nobles, there are quite a few complaints.

However, because of his position as the secretary of the Ministry of Rites, those officials only dared to discuss behind their backs, and did not dare to reveal anything in front of Li Chunfang.

After all, no matter how you say it, the Ministry of Rites is also the second largest department after the Ministry of Officials!

Li Chunfang was naturally aware of these criticisms, but he chose to let them go.

In Li Chunfang's opinion, it couldn't be more cost-effective to be able to get closer to His Majesty through such a trivial matter!

Those who talk about themselves behind their backs, it is precisely because they don't understand this that they will stand still for many years, just ask, in the Ming Dynasty, is there a thicker thigh than the emperor?

Instead of sticking to the ethereal literati style in the mouths of those officials, it is better to concentrate on doing things for Your Majesty, and hugging your thighs tightly is the king!

After all, Li Chunfang is the champion of Jiajing for 26 years, and he is also from Shujishi, and he is currently the secretary of the Ministry of Rites, and he is only one step away from entering the cabinet!

Just as Li Chunfang was still dealing with the official documents piled up on the bookcase, she heard a knock on the door.

Seeing this, Li Chunfang put aside the brush in his hand and commanded: "Come in!" ”

As soon as the words fell, only a 'squeak' was heard, and the door of the room was pushed open, and a servant hurriedly walked in and reported respectfully.

"Lord Shangshu, Gonggong Lu, the celebrant is asking to see you outside!"

"What, Gonggong Lu is here, invite him in!"

After Li Chunfang learned that the person who came was Lu Fang, his face was full of surprise that he couldn't hide, and he commanded repeatedly.

"Yes, Lord Shangshu!"

Seeing that Li Chunfang was so eager, the official didn't dare to slack off in the slightest, and after responding, he left quickly.

After the official left, I saw Li Chunfang supporting his chin with one hand, and began to think about Lu Fang's intention.

"Well, it looks like it's about to be the next duty, Grandpa Lu is coming at this time, there should be something important!"

At this moment, under the guidance of the previous official, I saw Lu Fang step forward and enter the room where Li Chunfang was.

After leading Lu Fang to the room, the official left with great insight.

When Li Chunfang saw Lu Fang coming, he suddenly came back to his senses, a trace of panic flashed on his face, and immediately, he saw him get up from his seat and salute Lu Fang respectfully.

"See...... I've seen Grandpa Lu! ”

Lu Fang was still the same as before, with a warm smile on his face, and after waving his hand, he spoke unhurriedly.

"Master Li doesn't have to be so polite, our family came here this time to bring you a word at the behest of His Majesty!"

"Please also ask Gonggong Lu to speak up!"

When Li Chunfang heard this, she couldn't help but 'chuckle' in her heart, lowered her head, and responded respectfully.

Seeing this, Lu Fang nodded imperceptibly, withdrew his gaze from Li Chunfang's body, and said slowly: "Your Majesty said, your Ministry of Rites and Honglu Temple can start preparing for the etiquette of canonizing the queen!" ”

"What, canonized queen!"

When Li Chunfang heard this, her pupils contracted suddenly, her face was full of disbelief, and she immediately exclaimed.

Then, Li Chunfang reacted violently and closed her mouth tightly, and after making sure that there was no one around, Li Chunfang was relieved.

After this, I saw a little apology on Li Chunfang's face, only to raise his head, look at Lu Fang, and say cautiously: "Father-in-law Lu, I am really too shocked to ...... below."

Lu Fang took in the expression on Li Chunfang's face, waved his hand quite casually, and stopped him from continuing.

"It's okay, it's just human nature, in short, your Ministry of Rites and Honglu Temple can start to prepare!"

"Yes, Gonggong Lu, the lower officials must do their best not to make any mistakes!"

When Li Chunfang heard Lu Fang's words, a look of gratitude appeared on his face at the right time, he lowered his head and responded respectfully.

After getting Li Chunfang's assurance, Lu Fang nodded imperceptibly and followed suit.

"Well, since the words have been brought, it is inconvenient for our family to stay here longer, so we will leave first!"

After Lu Fang dropped this sentence, he turned around and left the room without waiting for Li Chunfang to respond.

"Father-in-law Lu walks slowly!"

When Li Chunfang heard this, he immediately bowed to the back of Lu Fang's departure.

After he couldn't see Lu Fang's back clearly, Li Chunfang slowly got up from the ground, and at this moment, he still hadn't reacted from this shocking news.

Then, I saw Li Chunfang sit back in the chair like a walking corpse, and muttered to himself: "Canonize the queen, canonize the queen......"

……

Beijing, Yanfu.

After the duty, Yan Song's father and son took a sedan chair and returned to Yan's mansion.

At the gate of the Yan Mansion, it was still the same as usual, and there were a cloud of guests, including not only the officials who had come to visit, but also those scholars who were depressed and repeatedly missed.

Of course, the most are those who have received the benefits of toast and come to act as lobbyists.

Seeing this, Yan Shifan put down the sedan curtain and ordered in a deep voice: "Go back from the side door!" ”

When the palanquin man outside heard Yan Shifan's words, he immediately responded respectfully: "Obey, Xiaoge Lao!" ”

As soon as the words fell, the sedan chair of Yan Song's father and son, when it was still a few streets away from the door of his house, turned into a secluded alley, turned seven times and eight times, and then entered Yan's mansion through the side door.

After the sedan chair stopped, I saw Yan Shifan take the first step, get down from the sedan chair, and carefully support Yan Song.

Then, I saw Yan Shifan call the housekeeper and ordered in a deep voice: "You immediately send someone to drive away all the lobbyists gathered at the door!" ”

When the housekeeper heard this, he just wanted to step away, but was stopped by Yan Song: "You don't have to go to such great lengths, just let them stay there!" ”

When the housekeeper heard this, he paused suddenly, lowered his head, and replied respectfully: "Yes, Yan Ge Lao!" ”

Seeing this, Yan Shifan's face suddenly showed hesitation, and he saw him look at Yan Song and said cautiously: "But father, it was ...... on His Majesty's side before."

When Yan Song heard this, he glanced at Yan Shifan quite calmly, and explained: "When people collect money, they naturally have to do things, and now you send people to drive them away, isn't it ruining their jobs?" ”

"If you do this, not only will you not get any benefits, but you will also provoke enemies for no reason!"

When Yan Song said this, he paused, withdrew his gaze from Yan Shifan's body, and then followed suit.

"Be forgiving and forgiving, for inconsequential things like this, let's turn a blind eye, we just need to see them!"

"Thank you father for your advice, the child understands!"

When Yan Shifan heard Yan Song's words, his face was full of expressions of sudden realization, and he responded respectfully.

"Hmm."

When Yan Song heard this, he just responded imperceptibly, and immediately, with the support of Yan Shifan, he walked slowly towards the study of Yan Mansion.

On the way to Yan's study, Yan Shifan said cautiously after considering the language: "Father, Yan Maoqing and Wang Ting have officially set off to Zhejiang to investigate the case, do you say that when the time comes, will it be ......?"

Before Yan Shifan's words were finished, he saw Yan Song stop and look Yan Shifan up and down with cloudy eyes before he spoke.

"Don't worry, I've already arranged it, even if he Yan Maoqing can get away with returning to the capital, there is only one way to die waiting for him!"

When Yan Song said this, the conversation changed, and he asked closely: "By the way, how did the things I explained to you before?" ”

When Yan Shifan heard this, he didn't dare to hide it in the slightest, and immediately informed him of the current progress: "Back to his father's words, the child's side is ready and ready to do it at any time!" (End of chapter)