Guo Zhao led an army of 20,000 people and rushed back all the way from the border.
They walked on the road for more than a month and finally arrived in the capital.
Facing the capital, which he had not seen for two years, Guo Zhao was a little timid about being close to home, but he was more excited.
These soldiers defeated Xixia, leaving Xixia no longer able to fight back in front of Dayan. Zhao Jing and his ministers personally greeted him at the city gate.
At the same time, the ladies of the aristocratic family who got the news also sneaked out with their maids and maids, just to see what the new second-grade general looked like.
Although he is already engaged to the Shen family's wife, isn't it true that they are not yet married? Based on their status, they are not inferior to Shen Yingxue at all. The ladies' minds are wandering and they feel that they still have a chance.
Although Guo Zhao is older, in the face of status and power, these things are not important at all.
Shen Yingxue was also in the crowd. Next to her was Shen Dalang's fiancée Qin Yanjun. Jiang Miao was about to give birth. Even if she wanted to come and watch the fun, the Shen family would not dare. However, Shen Yanqing was standing at the gate of the city. She could see the emperor at a glance.
The young ladies around looked around, talking to their handkerchiefs or maids from time to time.
"The Emperor is truly handsome, handsome, and of extraordinary bearing..."
It would be great if I could enter the palace and become a queen.
However, after so many years since the emperor ascended the throne, he has never had any thoughts about the draft. Now he is already in his twenties. In ordinary families, the children are almost grown up, but there is not even a female toad in his harem.
A brave little lady once wondered if the emperor had a hidden illness, otherwise why wouldn't he want a woman?
As for those who guard themselves for love and have only one person in mind, they will never have the idea. After all, the emperor has always had wives and concubines in three palaces and six courtyards since ancient times. They hope that the emperor will quickly draft a talent show so that they can be lucky enough to get one. Quota.
"If you want me to say, Shen Shangshu is still handsome and elegant, and his freehand style makes people forget the vulgarity."
"What's the use of looking good? How can you compete with Princess Rongning for a man?"
The young ladies looked around at the gentlemen standing at the city gate, especially Shen Yanqing and Zhao Jing who spoke the loudest. Xu Ziwen also received a lot of praise, but because the Xu family's family background was not high, he was only a member of the Hanlin Academy. Edited, not as popular as others.
"Okay, stop saying a few words. Look, the army at the border is coming!"
I saw the clatter of iron hoofs in the city gate, like thunder roaring from far to near. Some timid ladies turned pale. If they didn't want to see General Guo, they would have taken their maids home. Went.
As the cavalry approached, the crowd gradually became restless.
Guo Zhao is riding a horse, wearing silver armor and a black long knife on his waist. He looks heroic and majestic.
Shen Yingxue's eyes suddenly turned red when she saw someone familiar. She squeezed forward on tiptoes, but was soon overwhelmed by the excited crowd.
"This is General Guo Zhaoguo? He looks really mighty..."
Guo Zhao's appearance is not bad, and with the armor he wears, he is even more extraordinary, which has made many young ladies confused.
"If I could marry him, I would be willing..."
"Tsk! Du Yanyan, you are shameless. You still want to marry General Guo, and you don't even want to see if he can take a fancy to you!"
This little lady used to be the friend of Jiang Ru, whose father was also a military commander, but she was always suppressed by Jiang Zhe. Unlike other noble ladies who liked white-faced scholars, she liked this brave warrior.
She has a coquettish temperament and speaks outright. Many of the noble ladies dislike her. Although everyone wants to marry Guo Zhao, due to etiquette, no one will speak their minds. Du Yanyan's unruly speech directly The ladies rolled their eyes and moved away from her.
"Bah! They're all pretending, I'm going to decide this Guo Zhao, don't try to steal it from me!"
As her name suggests, she has an extremely gorgeous appearance. She has a red whip tied around her waist and a pair of suede riding boots on her feet. She pushes aside the crowd and rushes forward.
The young ladies around her were so angry that their faces turned red, and they gritted their teeth and cursed secretly.
"It all depends on their own abilities. Whoever wants to rob her? Besides, General Guo has Madam Shen, so she must be able to rob her!"
"Little aunt..."
Qin Yanjun stood next to Shen Yingxue, listening to the words of the young ladies around her, she looked worried.
This little brother-in-law whom I have never met is so popular that even before he shows up, a bunch of young ladies are fighting over him.
Shen Yingxue's face turned a little pale, and she forced a smile while pulling her lips.
"Let's go a little further."
Miao Ya was right, it was not easy for her and Guo Zhao to reach this point, and she could not back down.
"Well! I'll clear the way for my little aunt, and she should follow Yan Jun closely!"
Over there, Guo Zhao had already led his army to the city gate. He got off his horse and knelt down in front of Zhao Jing.
"Your Majesty, Guo Zhao, pays homage to the Emperor. Long live the Emperor!"
"Love Qing's life!"
Zhao Jing helped the man up personally, smiled and patted him on the shoulder.
"The troops have been exhausted all the way. All the soldiers have worked hard. Please follow me into the city quickly. Food and wine have been prepared for you to welcome the soldiers!"
"Thank you, Your Majesty!"
Guo Zhao stood up and said hello to Shen Yanqing again. He was thinking about Shen Yingxue and wanted to find out some information from his brother-in-law-to-be, but there were so many people here that he knew it was not a good time to talk.
Guo Zhao looked towards the crowd with a somewhat disappointed look, wanting to see if Shen Yingxue was there, but there were so many people watching the excitement that he could not find his little wife among the crowd.
Qin Yanjun was squeezed into the crowd. She was tall and easily spotted Guo Zhao. He looked around, and at first glance he was looking for someone.
Qin Yanjun touched Shen Yingxue's arm excitedly, "Little aunt, little aunt, my brother-in-law must have been looking for you just now!"
Shen Yingxue stood on her feet and looked, but her sight was quickly blocked by the crowd again.
"Hey! That's not the little lady who just spoke. She actually squeezed to the front. Damn it! Does this person really want to compete with my little aunt for a man? It's shameless! What kind of noble girl from aristocratic family did something that won't get her? Countertop shit!”
Qin Yanjun had a lively temperament, and the Shen family was not very polite. Seeing Du Yanyan approaching, she subconsciously felt sorry for Shen Yingxue.
After hearing her words, Shen Yingxue paused in her steps and felt a little more anxious.
She had noticed that little lady just now. She was young, beautiful, and from a good family background. She seemed to be a perfect match for Brother Guo...
Guo Zhao, who was stopped by Du Yanyan, had an impatient look on his face. He was in a hurry to go to the city to see Yingxue. This unruly woman came out of nowhere and actually said some speechless words.
"My father is the third-rank general Du Yuancheng. As his legitimate daughter, you and I are a perfect match! Guo Zhao, I want to marry you!"
She was holding a red whip in her hand and had the arrogance of a general in her eyes, as if she was sure that Guo Zhao would agree.
But Guo Zhao's face was black and blue, and he didn't even want to give her a look.
