There is nothing most tragic and tragic in this world than sending a letter of mourning.
The sad news of General He's death in battle reached the He Mansion during the day. Mrs. He's blood and blood rushed to her heart and she fainted. There was a cry from all over the He family. The moment Shen You entered the He Mansion, the He Mansion was completely deserted.
It was getting dark, and the He family hung pale lanterns, with white flags fluttering in the wind. Mrs. He was lying on the bed, her face as pale as paper, and her breath as thin as a thread. General He's two sons had red and swollen eyes.
Shen You felt compassion in his heart. After reading the emperor's oral edict, he comforted him in a low voice: "General He sacrificed his life for the country and died a worthy death. Madam He, please express my condolences."
Mrs. He burst into tears and her voice was hoarse: "Commander Shen will go back and resume his duties. Please express my gratitude to the emperor for your kindness."
He then ordered his two sons to kneel down and thank Shen You.
Shen You hurriedly stretched out his hand to support the eldest son He and the second son: "This can't be done. I once went to war with General He. Although I don't have the name of master and disciple, I have the reality of master and disciple. I am a few years older than you, you guys Just treat me as your brother. If anything happens in the future, just come to me."
The He brothers nodded while crying.
Mrs. He's desolate mood cheered up a little. Shen You was a close minister of the emperor, and with his care, the two sons would have a backer in the future.
Shen You said goodbye and left, and Mrs. He hurriedly ordered her two sons to see each other off. The He brothers sent Shen You out of He's house. After all, Mr. He got married and started a family. He cheered up and said, "Thank you very much for today, Commander Shen..."
"Call me Fourth Brother Shen!" Shen You opened his mouth and interrupted Young Master He.
Mr. He changed his words with gratitude and called Fourth Brother Shen.
Shen You said in a low voice: "The emperor will remember the contributions made by General He. General He is gone. You are the eldest son of He and want to support the He family. Your father is a strong-willed hero. I believe that You will not fall into the He family tradition."
Mr. He responded with red eyes.
Shen You looked at He Erlang again. He Erlang was thin and still a childish boy. He cried so hard that his eyes were swollen.
"From now on, you must listen to your brother." Shen You whispered: "Brothers are like brothers, we must work together."
Mr. He choked up and replied, "Yes."
Shen You is not a person who is good at words, and it is very rare to say so much today. After appeasing the He brothers, Shen You rode back to the palace.
The horse galloped far away, and it seemed that he could still hear the crying coming from He Mansion.
Shen You's eyes flashed with water.
Outside the door of He Mansion, Mr. He wiped the corners of his eyes vigorously: "Brother, we don't have a father anymore."
Mr. He said in a hoarse voice: "Second brother, don't be afraid, there is a big brother for everything!"
Mr. He's eyes turned red and he nodded.
The two brothers watched Shen You go away and turned around to enter the He Mansion. As they walked away, Mr. He told his younger brother: "Commander Shen is kind and righteous. We brothers cannot do such shameless things. Unless it is absolutely necessary, we can Don't go to him."
"When dad was still alive, he taught us that only by being self-reliant can we stand in the world."
Young Master He responded in a low voice one by one.
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Half an hour later, Shen You quickly entered the Hall of Supreme Harmony to resume his life.
Emperor Qing'an was in a heavy mood and did not want to talk much, so he nodded slightly.
After Shen You reported the matter, he did not retreat. Emperor Qing'an raised his head and glanced: "Is there anything else?"
Shen You cupped his hands and said, "Your Majesty, I have something to ask of you."
A trace of ambiguity flashed in Emperor Qing'an's eyes, and his voice was light: "If you want to go to the border with the reinforcements, there is no need to open your mouth."
Shen You: "..."
Why?
He had led troops to fight in Beijing several times before and had made many military exploits. He was not qualified for the position of commander of the reinforcements, and being a deputy general was always enough.
Emperor Qing'an had always valued and trusted him, so why didn't he agree to his wishes and let him lead troops to fight at the border?
Shen You raised his head and looked at Emperor Qing'an: "General He has a master-disciple relationship with me. He died in the border battle. I am extremely angry and sad in my heart. Moreover, after the border army suffered such a big defeat, the outcome of the battle is unpredictable. Please The emperor has allowed me to go to the border with the reinforcements. I will fight the enemy bravely and never fall below the dignity of the emperor's personal guards."
Hot blood surged in his chest, and Shen You unconsciously raised his voice.
Feng Shaojun came in at just this moment and heard Shen You's voice word by word.
Emperor Qing'an looked at Feng Shaojun and suddenly said: "Feng San'er, come here."
Only then did Shen You realize that Feng Shaojun was behind him. He suddenly felt unspeakably guilty and didn't have the courage to look at her.
The outcome of the war at the border is unpredictable. If he goes to fight at the border, it means leaving his wife and children behind...
Feng Shaojun stepped forward, stood next to Shen You, and responded respectfully: "I'm here, please give me your orders, Your Majesty."
Emperor Qing'an looked at Feng Shaojun and said calmly: "Commander Shen has invited himself to the border. Do you think Commander Shen is suitable?"
Feng Shaojun raised his head with a calm expression: "Your Majesty is not ashamed to ask, so I dare to answer. I think it is appropriate for Commander Shen to go to the border army."
Shen You's whole body trembled, he was surprised and happy, and suddenly turned his head to look to his side.
Eunuch Feng calmed down and talked eloquently: "Commander Shen is a close official of the emperor, brave and good at fighting, and has a great reputation. He goes out with the army, which can enhance the emperor's power. He can also boost the morale of the border troops. Moreover, His Highness the Crown Prince is at the border, which is worrying. With Commander Shen gone, we can better protect the safety of His Highness the Crown Prince."
Eunuch Feng's voice echoed in the Hall of Supreme Harmony.
Shen You was extremely excited. At this moment, he almost had the urge to rush over and hug Eunuch Feng.
With a wife like this, what more can a husband ask for?
Emperor Qing'an remained silent, his eyes turned around Shen You's face, then glanced at Eunuch Feng's face, and looked at Shen You again.
After a long time, Emperor Qing'an said: "I want to think about it before making a decision. You all should stand down!"
Shen You and Eunuch Feng resigned together.
At this time, the sky was dark. A thin crescent moon hung in the sky, accompanied by a few sparse starlight. The lights inside and outside the Hall of Supreme Harmony were brightly lit, and the lights were much brighter than the moonlight.
Shen You stopped and took a deep look at Eunuch Feng: "Thank you very much, Eunuch Feng, for speaking for me tonight."
Eunuch Feng raised his eyebrows and smiled, still looking so arrogant and unflattering: "If Commander Shen gets his wish, don't forget the merit of our recommendation. We don't like drinking, and we don't know anything about jade, calligraphy and painting. Just give me some gold and silver reluctantly."
Shen You didn't know whether to laugh or cry, so he had to say "ok".
Eunuch Feng teased him a lot and then walked away. Several servants held up lanterns diligently and lit them one after another: "Eunuch Feng, be careful where you step."
"Eunuch Feng, please slow down."
"The little one is in front, providing light for Eunuch Feng."
Eunuch Feng lengthened his voice and hummed slowly.
Forget about the pomp and circumstance.
Even Eunuch Yang is slightly inferior in terms of momentum!
Shen You laughed dumbly and watched Eunuch Feng walk away, endless warmth filling his heart.
