There was a trace of confusion in the eyes of Queen Mother Shangguan Wanrong. Firstly, she did not understand these words and she had no idea. Secondly, she was afraid that Yuwen Hongru had dug some pit for her to jump into.

Even though Yu Wen Hongru, who has stood tall in the court for four generations, has suffered defeats in his own hands recently, Shangguan Wanrong does not dare to underestimate his energy and resourcefulness.

Yuwen Hongru glanced at the Queen Mother who seemed a little at a loss, and spoke again: "For example, if the rebellion in the southern border is suppressed this time, when the war subsides, Fuzhou and Luzhou can be established as the Southern Border Road, and the Queen Mother's brother Anyang

Uncle, the current governor of the East China Sea, Tai Lei, can take charge of the military and political affairs of Southern Border Road and relieve the imperial court of its worries."

As soon as the words fell, Shangguan Wanrong's eyes widened suddenly, and then she was well concealed. She did not expect that Yuwen Hongru would put forward such an opinion. After the merger, the Southern Border Road would be vast in area, and it would be a real frontier official.

What does Yuwen Hongru mean? Is this a sign of giving up this advantage to his younger brother first? Shangguan Wanrong's eyes carefully looked at Yuwen Hongru's old face, trying to find some clues.

Finally, Shangguan Wanrong couldn't help it anymore and asked: "Does the old master think too highly of my brother by doing this? I'm afraid that Shangguan Tailei will not be qualified for such an important position."

"Haha, Uncle Anyang managed the East China Sea for the country, helped suppress the rebellion, and made great contributions to the country, so he deserves this position." Yu Wen Hongru said with a smile, the expression on his face was extremely calm and sincere.

Shangguan Wanrong, who seemed to have thought of something, suddenly changed her expression, and said meaningfully: "I'm afraid that the master will not give this gift in vain, right?"

Yuwen Hongru looked up at the Queen Mother, smiling and saying nothing.

"Teacher, do you want to increase the number of troops in Fuzhou?" Shangguan Wanrong said clearly.

"Exactly!" Yu Wen Hongru nodded without concealment: "I am also worried that the Yangzhou army alone will not be able to capture Fuzhou! King Fu's rebellion has been going on for more than a year. The imperial treasury is becoming increasingly empty and the people cannot bear the chaos. We should start as soon as possible

Calm down."

Shangguan Wanrong's face trembled slightly, and her beautiful face looked slightly unnatural. She exposed Yu Wen Hongru's thoughts, and Yu Wen Hongru had already seen their intention.

"This matter is of great importance. Rong Ben will think about it for some time before giving an answer to the Master." Shangguan Wanrong couldn't make up his mind for a moment, so he agreed.

"Then I'll take my leave first!" Yu Wen Hongru was not in a hurry, slowly stood up and saluted, and exited the hall with a nod from the Queen Mother. However, no one saw a smile on Yu Wen Hongru's lips when he left.

Shangguan Wanrong was the only one left in the empty Cining Palace hall, frowning in deep thought.

"Come here! Summon the Marquis of Runan into the palace!"

A loud shout was heard from outside the main hall, and several eunuchs guarding outside the main hall quickly left the palace to deliver the order.

After receiving the news, Shangguan Taiqing immediately came to Cining Palace, and Shangguan Wanrong explained Yuwen Hongru's meaning in detail.

Shangguan Taiqing's face also showed a little surprise. Yuwen Hongru's move was something they didn't expect.

The original intention of the Shangguan family was to wait for the fighting at the front to subside and find a way to let Shangguan Tailei serve as Minister of the Ministry of Industry. In this way, the Shangguan family would have its own strength in the court and would not have to rely on the Zhao family for everything.

But looking at it now, this Southern Border Road seems to be more attractive. Although the military and political officials of one party are definitely not as good as a minister, they have great power in their hands. For the Shangguan family who have no foundation in the court, it is no different.

the best choice.

Shangguan Taiqing's mind was spinning rapidly, thinking about the pros and cons.

"Brother?" Shangguan Wanrong woke up Shangguan Taiqing who was deep in thought.

Shangguan Taiqing seemed a little tired from thinking. He stretched out his hand and rubbed his frown and asked, "What do you think?"

"I think Yu Wen Hongru's move is a means of negotiating peace, and it can also be regarded as an exchange of interests! They neither want to give up the military glory in the front nor confront us in the court." The Queen Mother, who is not very knowledgeable about political affairs, said her

Thoughts and analysis are clear and logical.

From the previous conversation with Yuwen Hongru, the Queen Mother did not feel any hostility. His attitude was respectful from beginning to end, making Shangguan Wanrong unable to be wary.

"It makes sense." Shangguan Taiqing's frown eased a little, and then he said with some joy: "Actually, I have been worried recently. Shangguan Tailei has never been an official in the Ministry of Works, and his ability is not suitable for the Ministry of Works.

If he is rashly promoted to the position of Minister of Industry, I am afraid that the ministers in the DPRK will criticize him. I was wondering if there is a position that is more suitable for him. I didn’t expect that Yuwen Hongru would come to my door right now."

"Then the Yuwen family has to agree to the increase of troops?" Shangguan Wanrong asked tentatively. When faced with important decisions, even if she was the Queen Mother, she relied more on letting her brother make the decision.

Shangguan Taiqing walked around the main hall of Cining Palace with his hands behind his back, nodded and said: "Yes, the Yuwen family tree has deep roots, and it is not good to push them. Now that they are actively seeking peace, we will give them face.

It also gives my Shangguan family time to cultivate some of their own power!"

An exchange of power was completed silently in the main hall of Cining Palace, and the political situation in the Great Zhou Dynasty went up and down again.

A few days later, Zhao Zhonghai openly proposed to the court that Yangzhou was willing to increase its troops on the front line to serve the country. He regarded this military merit as a treasure of the Zhao family. Not only did Shangguan Taiqing strongly support it, but this time it was rare.

Even Xue Chengyi, the Secretary of the Ministry of Punishment, stood up to support Zhao Zhonghai, which made all the ministers look slightly sideways, wondering why this iron-faced judge had changed his temper.

Little did he know that Xue Chengyi was very reluctant in his heart, but he had to follow his father's handwriting.

Zhao Zhonghai already knew that this would happen, because Shangguan Taiqing had informed him in advance of what Yuwen Hongru had said. Now the frontline military achievements would depend on which family, Zhao family or Yuwen family, got more.

Each magical power depends on its own ability.

Sure enough, Yu Wen Hongru had no objection at all, and the government agreed to Zhao Zhonghai's suggestion. The two forces that had been fighting openly and covertly for so long actually shook hands and made peace, which puzzled the civil and military officials who didn't know what was going on.

In the spring of the second year of Jingtai, the Zhou court officially issued an edict:

The Liangzhou army is brave and good at fighting and has won many battles. His Majesty thought that it had been on a long campaign and was exhausted. In order to sympathize with the soldiers, he gave special rewards to the three armies. The army was temporarily stationed at the front line for repairs. Additional troops were sent to the front line from Beijing and Yangzhou to attack Fuzhou.

Hope the rebellion will be suppressed soon!

Immediately after the order to increase troops, a few important ministers in the imperial court, led by Taifu Yuwen Hongru and Runan Hou, with the participation of six ministers, began to secretly plan and adjust the administrative plan.

Although the number of people involved was very small, and everything was done in secrecy, there was no airtight wall in the world. Ministers who were qualified to inquire about the news began to move around, wanting to see if they had a chance to become a frontier official in the future.
Chapter completed!