Tang Ding waved his hand and said: "To you it is just a prescription, but to me it is a real life."
Han Du smiled and did not continue to quarrel with Tang Ding on this matter. If he continued to quarrel with Tang Ding, the quarrel might become more and more unclear. What would it look like for two grown men to argue over this matter? As long as you can remember it in your mind, that's all.
Then Tang Ding told some interesting stories about his journey with the army, treating them as casual conversation.
Han Du felt a little confused while listening, and couldn't help but curiously asked, "Since you are with the army, why have you returned now?" If Tang Ding returned injured, it would be excusable. But now he is ill. You're obviously fine, but why are you back now? I haven't heard that the army that conquered the South is going to reorganize.
Moreover, it is impossible for Tang Ding to run back as a deserter. This is not the first time that he has gone on an expedition with the army. In the past, he was known for his bravery in the army, which can be said to be the pride of Tang He.
Tang Ding smiled and explained: "I wanted to stay in the army, but a serious illness frightened Marshal Mu. He was afraid that something would happen if I stayed in Yunnan, so he ordered me to be discharged in the name of injury. Sent back."
This is quite possible, Han Du nodded repeatedly.
The biggest threat to a commander who goes on an expedition is naturally the enemy. The second is the children with strong backgrounds who come to the army to practice military merit. Military merit is the most important thing in the Ming Dynasty. During one expedition, the army was filled with countless people who came from the prince's family. 's children.
If someone like Tang Ding is a strong general like Tang Ding, then that's fine, at least he can use it easily. If he meets that kind of playboy, who has no ability and likes to point fingers everywhere. Moreover, the army is already difficult, and when these people encounter difficulties, When it gets a little more painful, I cry for my father and mother, and clamor to go back.
It can be said that the existence of these people is the biggest threat to the coach besides enemies.
And it’s not enough if you don’t bring these people with you. They are all relatives and friends who come to your door. You can’t refuse them flatly. Moreover, if these princes’ families want to continue the glory and scenery of their families, they naturally need the blessing of shining military achievements. Not to mention Mu Ying, even Lao Zhu turned a blind eye to this situation.
When these people go to the battlefield, the biggest problem is that danger can happen anytime and anywhere. It is no joke that the sword has no eyes on the battlefield. If one of these people dies, how should they explain to others after they return to Beijing?
That's why Mu Ying was so nervous and anxious when Tang Ding fell ill. Tang Ding was the pillar of the Xinguo Palace. Although Tang He still had a son, he would even have another son in the future. But he wanted to have a son who could live up to his expectations. , but it was very difficult. Therefore, Mu Ying had to be nervous. After Tang Ding recovered by luck, she hurriedly sent Tang Ding back to the capital without any delay.
Anyway, as long as Tang Ding is de-gilded, he can get some military honors when the time comes.
Through Tang Ding's mouth, Han Du learned some things about Lan Yu's southern expedition. After Lan Yu entered Yunnan with the army, he didn't even encounter any decent resistance. He just waited for the wind and surrendered all the way. Until When the army entered Kunming, the old Yuan Cheng Lian did not show any resistance, so he respectfully handed over the surrender form. At this point, the entire Yunnan was officially included in the territory of the Ming Dynasty.
Tang Ding also contracted dysentery after this.
Although the army entered Yunnan and did not fight a decent battle, the things were no less than those in the war. After Yunnan surrendered, Mu Ying led the army and began to rectify all aspects of Yunnan. Lan Yu led an army to go out and attack those who were everywhere.
The Ming Dynasty's resistance was still unwilling to surrender.
"Therefore, the Marquis of Yongchang will not be able to come back for a while now." Tang Ding shook his head slightly and continued: "But according to my estimation, it should be soon, and he should be able to return to the imperial court before the Chinese New Year."
Han Du nodded, indicating that he understood. Han Du was not worried about whether Lan Yu could come back. For a person like Lan Yu who was born for the battlefield, if he was allowed to stay in the capital, he would probably be suppressed sooner or later.
When things go wrong, he really likes to gallop around the battlefield. Now if he is asked to come back, he may not be willing to do so.
Seeing that Tang Ding and Han Du had finished talking, Tang He couldn't help but snorted coldly, looked at Han Du and said: "I just came back and heard about your reputation. You are quite capable of doing things in the capital.
....."
When Han Du heard this, he suddenly recalled Tang He's instructions to him before he left for the expedition, telling him not to get involved in things. He couldn't help but laugh twice and said apologetically: "Please forgive me, sir, I don't want to do that either. This is not the case.
After encountering the Queen's illness, I really can't hold it back..." After hearing this, Tang He said even more dissatisfied: "Is this what I'm talking about? You did the right thing.
"
If it’s not this thing, which thing is that?
Tang He saw that Han Du looked confused. He didn't care whether Han Du really didn't know or was pretending not to know. He said directly: "The Queen is kind, you should save him. If you let me know
If you have the ability to save my queen, but you don't take action, I will beat you to death only when I come back."
Ignoring the looks of Han Du and Tang Ding, Tang He fell into memories and murmured to himself: "The empress is kind-hearted and has saved my life in front of the emperor more than once. I will always remember this kindness.
It’s just a pity that I’m afraid I won’t be able to do it in this lifetime.”
After coming back to his senses after a moment, Tang He glared at Han Du and said sternly: "What I'm talking about is that you privately proposed to the emperor for marriage. Do you know what the words of a matchmaker ordered by your parents are? Even if it's you.
If you want to ask for a marriage, then wait until I come back and say it. Wouldn't it be better for me to go to the palace and ask the emperor? Also, if you ask for a marriage, just grant it. Why does it have to be Princess Anqing? Don't you know that she has a marriage contract?
Are you here?"
Han Du also knew what he was doing, and what he did was indeed quite confusing. Perhaps it was because love can always confuse people's minds. At that time, Han Du thought it was a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity, so he did it regardless. Now
Thinking about it, if Tang He was asked to do the matchmaking, he would have a greater chance of success.
But now that the matter has come to this, Han Du has nothing to regret.
"My father-in-law scolded me and hit me, and I accepted it. But regarding Princess Anqing, I have confirmed her and will not change my mind."
Tang He looked at Han Du intently, and after a while he suddenly sneered and said: "You have the momentum to never turn back until you hit the south wall, but do you know that Princess Anqing has a marriage contract, and the emperor will do it no matter what?"
I will not marry her to you again."
"There are no absolutes in this world. If you don't try it, how can you know that the emperor will not change his mind?" Han Du was determined.