Zhu Qizhen said calmly: "If you are willing, I will issue a canonization edict tomorrow."
"ah……"
Wan Zhen'er was completely dumbfounded, her face turned red and blue for a while, and she was stunned on the spot and didn't know what to do.
"Don't think too much about it. It's just... it would be more convenient if you go out to do errands in the name of the imperial concubine..."
Zhu Qizhen mustered up a lot of courage to say these words. He really didn't expect that after two generations of people, he would still have to express his love to others after becoming an emperor.
It really embarrasses the profession of emperor...
Wan Zhen'er looked embarrassed. Obviously, after living for more than 20 years, this was the first time she had discussed marriage, and it was with the current emperor!
At this moment, she had only one thought in her mind, am I going to be the imperial concubine?
Zhu Qizhen saw that she lowered her head and did not answer, so he had to continue: "Nanhaiwei is more than ten thousand miles away from the capital. If you go out as a Shang Medical Officer, it will be difficult to make decisions when encountering things, and it will be very inconvenient to send letters back and forth. However, if my
The imperial concubine personally goes to the front lines to treat illnesses, save people, and comfort local people, which has a completely different meaning."
"Um……"
Wan Zhen'er agreed softly, her voice as small as a mosquito's chirping.
Zhu Qizhen thought for a while, but he really didn't know what to say. He seemed to be running out of words.
I’ve said everything that needs to be said, so why don’t you give me an answer?
You can't let me, a majestic emperor, kneel down and propose to you, right?
Besides, the Ming Dynasty was not interested in this either...
"Anyway, anyway..."
Zhu Qizhen struggled for a long time, and finally lost his patience and said: "If you agree, just say yes, if you don't agree...just pretend I didn't say anything!"
Wan Zhen'er lowered her head and said cowardly: "What do you agree with...what..."
"I just said so much, didn't you understand?"
"Listen, listen...I understand, but I don't understand everything..."
Zhu Qizhen had no choice but to make his words clear: "I said that I am going to make you a concubine. I am here today to ask for your opinion. What do you think and are you willing?"
"I, I...slave..."
"I have made it very clear, please give me a happy word!"
"This slave...has no idea in her heart, I don't know, I don't know..."
"What exactly do you want to say?"
Wan Zhen'er's face was so red that it almost oozed water, and she said coyly: "This kind of thing... what do the Queen Mother and the Empress say?"
"What do you care about others? Tell me your own thoughts first."
"No... no idea..."
Zhu Qizhen scratched his head and thought to himself, I am the emperor, is it so difficult?
"If you didn't expect it or don't want to, just say it. It doesn't matter."
Wan Zhen'er was even more at a loss and simply turned her head aside, curled her lips and said nothing.
Zhu Qizhen feels like he's going crazy. What's going on?
"If you don't want to, forget it, what happened today..."
"I do!"
Wan Zhen'er was so anxious that she couldn't care less and almost shouted.
After saying this, I suddenly felt too embarrassed and covered my face with my hands.
Zhu Qizhen laughed and said: "There will be a canonization edict tomorrow, so prepare it tonight!"
After a long time, Wan Zhen'er slowly took her hand away, only to find that there was no one in front of her.
At this moment, she felt a little dazed. Was everything that happened just now real?
Are you really going to become a princess?
Or...are you dreaming?
She gently slapped her face to make herself more awake and prove that she was not dreaming.
At this moment, she was really worried that everything just happened was just a dream...
"Congratulations to Dr. Wan Shang!"
The door curtain was lifted, and several people walked in. They were all female doctors from Shang Medical Bureau.
The one with pigtails walking in front was called Luo Ying. She was holding a tray in her hand, covered with brocade. She didn't know what was on the tray.
Wan Zhen'er asked: "What did you say?"
Luo Ying smiled and said: "Wan Shangyi, you are going to be the imperial concubine, of course I want to congratulate you!"
"ah……"
Wan Zhen'er suddenly felt at a loss, with a shy look on her face.
Luo Ying put the tray down and said, "This is sent by the Queen."
"The Queen?"
Wan Zhen'er was a little confused and asked: "What is this?"
"Jifu!"
Luo Ying gently opened it, revealing a set of bright red auspicious clothes inlaid with gold flowers.
Wan Zhen'er was a little shocked and said: "Ah, this is..."
"Yes, it was worn by the Queen!"
Luo Ying picked up the auspicious clothes and said: "The empress said that we are in a hurry and there is no time to customize it, so I will use her auspicious clothes first. When I have time, I will make a new set for you!"
Wan Zhen'er stretched out her hand and stroked it gently. The fabric of this suit was made of fine silk and it felt extremely smooth. For a moment, she couldn't put it down.
She had a lot of thoughts in her mind and asked: "When the Queen found out, wasn't she angry?"
"Why are you angry?"
Luo Ying shook her head and said: "The Queen has also sent someone to deliver a message. It is a long way to Nanhaiwei, and we will leave tomorrow. If you want to serve the Emperor tonight, you can."
Wan Zhen'er looked surprised and delighted. After thinking for a long time, she said: "Both the emperor and the empress have treated me well. Now I can only do my best to cure Nanhaiwei's scabies and share the emperor's worries, so that I can live up to the Holy Spirit."
kindness."
Luo Ying asked again: "Then do you want to..."
"No!"
Wan Zhen'er shook her head and said: "You are like my sisters on weekdays. Tomorrow you are going overseas. You also need to share the joys and sorrows. Let's go and prepare early tonight."
Everyone agreed and dispersed.
In the early morning of the next day, Shang Yi presided over the ceremony, and Huaien, the Supervisor of Ceremonies, personally issued the imperial edict:
"The Emperor of Heaven carries the fortune, and the edict says: I am the Holy Saint Zuo, who is orthodox and inherits the fortune of Heaven. The Holy Deity is universal, the world is peaceful, and the people are prosperous. The female doctor Wan Zhen'er treats Shu and is virtuous, both internally and externally, with exquisite medical skills and noble conduct. She once saved me.
In times of crisis, she is truly a loyal and virtuous person. Now she is ennobled as a concubine. From now on, she will be encouraged to fulfill her duties, treat people with kindness, work for the welfare of the people of this dynasty, and protect the country and the people. I admire you!"
Wan Zhen'er wore a bright red auspicious dress, bowed three times and kowtowed nine times, and shouted long live.
Huaien put the imperial edict aside and said, "Your Majesty, please wait a moment. There is another edict here."
This chapter is not over yet, please click on the next page to continue reading! Wan Zhen'er prostrates herself here, waiting for the announcement of the decree.
Wynn took out the second imperial edict, cleared his throat, and began to read:
"The emperor is entrusted with the mission of heaven and said: Today, the evil disease of Nanhaiwei is raging, the people's livelihood is in ruins, and the country is in danger. However, the imperial concubine Wan Zhen'er has outstanding medical skills and benevolent heart. With the blessing of God, she went to Nanhaiwei to inspect on my behalf.
Treat illnesses and save people, and ensure the stability of the border areas. I admire this!"
Wan Zhen'er kowtowed again and shouted long live.
Wynn smiled, took out another imperial edict, and said, "My dear concubine, don't worry, there is another copy."
"The Emperor, who is entrusted by heaven, decrees: The imperial concubine Wan Zhen'er and her father and brother are loyal ministers. Wan Xi is specially appointed as the Jin Yi Guard to command the affairs, and enjoys an official salary to show the nobility of this dynasty. Wan Tong is granted the title of Jin Yi Guard Hundred Households, and he is ordered to do so.
Lead the crowd to escort the imperial concubine Wan Zhen'er to Nanhaiwei to protect the border and set an example for future generations. I admire this!"
It stands to reason that marrying a wife is a big deal for the emperor. Even though she is just a concubine, she still needs to prepare for it for a long time.
The Ministry of Rites will then choose an auspicious day, and the Cabinet and the Supervisor of Rites will draft an imperial edict, including the rewards for his family members and various other related matters.
However, today, three imperial edicts were issued in succession.
She was made a concubine, ordered to go on tour, and an imperial edict was issued for her father and brother's promotion.
Zhu Qizhen thought carefully and finally decided to give Wanxi the title of Jinyiwei commanding the general affairs. He only received a salary, did not have to be on duty, and had no real power.
As for his younger brother Wantong, he was not a good bird in his original world.
However, if you keep a close eye on yourself and discipline yourself strictly, you should be able to avoid causing any trouble.
It just so happened that he was asked to escort someone during this trip. Wan Zhen'er was his biological sister. If anything happened, she would definitely protect her with death.
All the procedures were simplified. At noon, a banquet was held to entertain the officials, and the wedding ended hastily.
Wan Zhen'er sat next to Zhu Qizhen, drinking a glass of wine, her eyes full of affection.
Zhu Qizhen and her looked at each other and were stunned for a moment.
Today, Wan Zhen'er is wearing a bright red auspicious dress and jewelry, and her beautiful makeup adds to her graceful appearance.
She is naturally beautiful, with eyebrows like willow leaves, eyes like stars, a slender figure that is dignified and graceful, and every move she makes is as light and easy as flowing water.
At this time, Zhu Qizhen had a thousand words in his heart, but he knew that there was no time and he must set off as soon as possible.
The smallpox virus in Nanhaiwei is still raging. If Wan Zhen'er sets off a moment later, it means a few more people will die.
"You have worked hard!"
Wan Zhen'er nodded and said: "This is my luck, I will not hesitate even if I die!"
"On a special day, it is unlucky to say anything about whether you will die or not!"
Zhu Qizhen smiled and shook his head and said, "I don't like talking nonsense. When you come back, I will personally go outside the city to greet you!"
Wan Zhen'er looked at the sky and said, "I say goodbye!"
Zhu Qizhen stood up and sent a group of more than thirty female doctors from the palace to the train station.
Watching the train slowly moving, he was filled with thoughts.
Everything in the previous life has changed, and Wan Zhen'er has become his wife...
It’s really... things are unpredictable...
Three days later, Wan Zhen'er and his party arrived in Ningbo, then took an armored ship to sea and headed south.
The base camp of Nanhaiwei was established on Temasek Island, which was the Griffin City built by the Eastern Romans.
These islands are very beautiful, with blue sea, golden beaches, green forests and towering coconut trees, like a pearl inlaid in the South China Sea.
something unexpected may happen any time.
Just when the Nanhaiwei of the Ming army took over these islands and prepared to fight, disaster struck quietly.
I don't know when a malignant acne became popular here.
Those infected had spotty sores all over their bodies, and there was no cure at all.
If you are in good health, you can still survive, but the lesions will suppurate and then scab, leaving a large scar the size of a soybean on your face after peeling off.
However, most people cannot survive this test. Once they become seriously ill, they can only groan in pain, and some even die within a few days.
Zhu Qiyu deeply felt the seriousness of this sore. He tried his best to find countless doctors, including Han Chinese and foreigners. Unfortunately, everyone was helpless.
For this reason, I had no choice but to write to the imperial court and ask for its support.
It is thousands of miles away from Nanhaiwei to the capital. It will take at least a month for the memorial to arrive at the capital and then back to Nanhaiwei.
During this period, people continued to get sick and eventually died.
Zhu Qiyu was distraught, but there was nothing he could do.
Seeing that the situation in Nanhaiwei is becoming more and more critical, with diseases raging and casualties increasing day by day, he fights on the front line every day, hoping to resolve this crisis with his own hands. As a result... he is also infected!
At first, the body temperature rises, symptoms such as headache, limb pain and general discomfort appear.
After a few days, red spots appeared on the skin on the head, face, and body. These spots gradually spread and turned into sores.
Some sores slowly dry out, form scabs, and then fall off.
However, most sores get worse and worse, and the body becomes weaker as a result.
Zhu Qiyu was lying on the bed, thinking a lot.
He thought of when he was young, Zhu Qizhen took him to play in the palace...
After growing up, the two began to become different because one was the king and the other was the minister.
Although they are two brothers born to the same father, their identities are completely different.
The ancients emphasized that the power of kings is given by heaven, and the king must be loyal and trustworthy, be respectful and cautious, and never be negligent.
As an emperor, you should set an example, abide by laws and disciplines, uphold justice, respect etiquette, cultivate yourself and your family, and be the first to set an example.
Ministers should put loyalty first, do their best, and perform their duties diligently, assist the king in governing, and maintain the peace of the country. They should not be greedy for personal gain, not slack off in their duties, not forget the country's grace, and live up to the responsibilities they have received.
If you can devote yourself to the country and repay the Lord with loyalty, you will surely have the blessing of peace and prosperity for the country and the people.
This is the product of Confucian ideological education. The education that the prince and the prince received since childhood are quite different.
Zhu Qiyu was educated to be a good vassal king.
How to call it good?
Will enjoy, don’t worry, don’t make trouble, don’t make a sound...
This is the standard of a good vassal king in the Ming Dynasty.
However, since Zhu Qizhen came back from Tumubao, he has been given a new temper. He not only abandoned all the ways of being a minister taught by his old masters, but also encouraged him to do it boldly.
Why doesn't the vassal king control the army? If I give you soldiers and horses, go ahead and do it!
If you can't win, don't come back. I'd be embarrassed!
Under the influence of Zhu Qizhen, Zhu Qiyu's life began to change.
He is no longer the dutiful vassal king, but has ambitions...
Of course, this ambition did not lie in the imperial court, but outside the territory of the Ming Dynasty.
He longed to be like Emperor Taizu and Emperor Taizong, like his father and his elder brother, conquering all directions, opening up territories and making great contributions to the world.
Now, he did it.
With elite soldiers and generals in hand, Nanhaiwei guarded the Ming Dynasty's capital thousands of miles away alone. This kind of treatment was something that not even the original King of Yan had ever experienced.
He knew very well that Nanhaiwei was not a real frontier.
Further west, there is the island of Ceylon, and further west, there are still many unknown lands.
The Ottoman Empire is expanding, and Franconian merchant ships from the west have begun to appear along the coast...
Nanhaiwei was just a transit point used by the Ming Dynasty to expand to the West. Therefore, it had to prepare its troops and be ready to attack at any time.