Bianliang City, the imperial capital, is more than thirty miles wide in circumference and consists of three cities: the outer city, the inner city, and the imperial city. It is one of the most populous cities today. With a population of more than one million, the imperial capital can be said to be the most prosperous city in the world.
, the largest city dominating the Central Plains, is a bit more magnificent and glorious than the dilapidated divine capital of Luoyang.
The Zhao Mansion is located in Shouchangfang in the southeast corner outside Mingde Gate in Bianliang City. Zhao Kuangyin led Ling Tianyun and Ma Chenghui back to his home as if they were on a familiar road. As soon as they arrived in front of the Zhao Mansion, there was a young boy in a hurry.
I went in to report. Not long after, a burst of chaotic footsteps sounded from the Zhao family courtyard.
After a while, a staggering old man walked out of the gate of the mansion. Along with the old man came a sturdy young man. The young man's appearance was somewhat similar to that of Zhao Kuangyin, and the childish look on his face was still there.
.That young man was Zhao Kuangyin, Zhao Kuangyin’s younger brother. Although he was young, he had an impressive heroic spirit. As soon as the silver-haired old man saw Zhao Kuangyin standing outside the door, he hurriedly walked towards him.
Zhao Kuangyin's eyes were filled with tears, and he knelt down on the ground for a long time. The old man with silver hair on his head was Zhao Kuangyin's father, Zhao Hongyin, and the man who had some similarities with Zhao Kuangyin was Zhao Kuangyin's relative.
Brother Zhao Guangyi. And Zhao Kuangyin went out this time and risked his life and death, which made the Zhao family worried. Now that he has returned home safely, how can this not make the Zhao family feel devastated?
After a while of greetings, Zhao Kuangyin introduced Ling Tianyun and Ma Chenghui to his fathers Zhao Hongyin and Zhao Guangyi. Ling Tianyun and Ma Chenghui greeted everyone in the Zhao family, and everyone slowly entered through the gate of the Zhao mansion. But they didn't know
Unfortunately, some of the merchants and tradesmen surrounding the Zhao Mansion quietly left one by one.
The entire Zhao family was immersed in an atmosphere of joy because of Zhao Kuangyin's safe return. There was also a faint depression and uneasiness that enveloped the entire imperial capital, and there were waves of undercurrents spreading, and a turbulent storm.
Changes are brewing secretly, and Bianliang City, the thousand-year-old capital, is shrouded under a layer of dark clouds.
In the cold night, the wind was howling, and the sky full of low and falling dark clouds finally began to rain like sporadic raindrops. The air was filled with the smell of rolled up soil, and the sound of rain like rolling beads hit the green tiles.
On the ground, the cloth weaves into a unique piece of music. The climate at this time is also even more bitterly cold. It has been several days since the last heavy snowfall, and God must be preparing for a bigger and more violent heavy snowfall.
At this time, the Zhao Mansion was immersed in silence, despite the rain hitting the green tiles, and the dead trees swaying in the cold wind. Except for a few fallen lanterns, there were no other houses in the city.
The courtyard was as brightly lit as day. The mottled shadows rose, fell, and swayed in the weak light.
Except for the sound of wind and rain, the entire Zhao Family Courtyard was extremely quiet, and in an elegant room deep in the Zhao Family Courtyard, the faint candlelight illuminated three figures.
Zhao Hong sat tall and tall. The handles on the Taishi chair had long been polished smooth by him, and his body was slightly tilted back. There was a cup of clear and steaming green tea at his hand. His fingers
He was tapping gently on the desk, but he lowered his eyebrows and lowered his eyes, seeming to be deep in thought.
"Didn't Xiang'er gain anything at all this time? Your brother-in-law is a very talented person, but for some reason he came to our territory with you. General Ling Duo, my father also heard about it, 'South Yang Beiling'
His reputation is not unfounded. It’s just puzzling why he would let his son wander around.”
Zhao Hongyin raised his silver-haired but red-faced old man, and looked straight at the red-faced man standing in front of him with a pair of penetrating eyes.
There was a gleam of wisdom, and the slightly bowed body exuded a heart-wrenching aura.
The old man sat tall and tall, exuding an extraordinary aura, and the man opposite him had an extraordinary temperament, with a faint dragon aura lingering on his body. Zhao Kuangyi was twelve years younger than his brother Zhao Kuangyin, and he was not very adaptable at this time.
There was something awkward and uneasy about this solemn atmosphere.
"What my father said is absolutely true, but when I look at my sworn brother, he is by no means a young person, and the sworn brotherhood is not just a whim. He has also saved the child several times, and he is a person worthy of close friendship. The child and him
We feel like old friends at the first sight, and we will never mess up the business for the sake of temporary loyalty. Father, you can rest assured that the child also feels a unique aura in his body. The feeling is very subtle, but cannot be expressed. It seems to be related to the world's atmosphere.
The aura of luck is related to him, and we, the Great Zhou Dynasty, are in troubled times at this time, and His Majesty is seriously ill and it is difficult to recover. It would not be a bad idea if we recruit a good talent for our Great Zhou Dynasty."
Zhao Kuangyin bowed and replied respectfully that he was still a little afraid in front of his father. No matter how pale his father was, the awe in his bones could not be changed.
"Well, you just have to be aware of it. As a father, I don't want to interfere too much with your private affairs. This time, there is no harvest in discussing the alliance with the Guiyi Army. Your sworn brother has high expectations for you.
It's inevitable that those villains will make trouble again. You'd better be careful yourself. My father knows that you are on your sworn brother's side, but although the position of prince has been passed down to your sworn brother, His Majesty has suffered a heavy blow this time.
There is no guarantee that someone will covet you. Since ancient times, there has been no family affection in the royal family, so many tragedies of killing brothers and killing relatives will be staged for the sake of this throne."
Zhao Hongyin took a sip of tea and taught the two brothers. He looked at the two brothers with a pair of wise eyes, which made the two brothers tremble in their hearts and nodded repeatedly.
"The child met Fu Heng in Jizhou. He should have brought Master Huaisu to the capital, but I don't know if Master Huaisu has a way to turn things around. But the current situation has just been decided. If His Majesty returns to the west, it will definitely cause chaos in the world.
, various countries will be ready to make moves again, especially the Khitan Kingdom, which has been coveting the great rivers and mountains of China's Central Plains for many years, and this time they will definitely take advantage of the chaos." Zhao Kuangyin had a look of worry in his eyes, and he said in a solemn tone.
"The position of the Fu family has never been clear. That is, the girl from the Fu family married your sworn brother, but the Fu family still has no clear position. Since the old man of the Fu family disappeared, although the Fu family has Fu Heng to take care of it,
They are also getting more and more desperate. They are walking on thin ice and dare not put the future of the Fu family on one person. If he receives Master Huaisu and can cure His Majesty's serious injury, everyone will be happy.
A careless outcome." Zhao Hongyin nodded and analyzed slowly, but his insights always made Zhao Kuangyin feel more solemn.
The young man Zhao Kuangyi on the side listened to the conversation between the two parties with a vague understanding. His big bright eyes looked at his brother and his father for a while. Although he looked impatient, he still stood with his hands down.
, He dared not act beyond his limits. There was a vigorous heroic spirit between his brows, and his body was much stronger than ordinary people, but the childishness on his face had not completely taken off. If he grew up, he would be what a hero.
people.
"In the north, in addition to the Guiyi Army who are struggling to support themselves, there are also some Jianghu martyrs who are holding the banner of anti-contract, but they are all small and unpopular forces. The only Guiyi Army within the Sixteen Prefectures of Yanyun is very useful, but this
It is a pity that we missed the young leader of the Guiyi Army, Guo Huaian, for the first time. Although everyone in the court is united, I am afraid that those who are interested may take action. I hope my father will be more careful."
After Zhao Hongyin listened to Zhao Kuangyin's words, he couldn't help but feel relieved. His son had caused him a lot of trouble when he was young, and now he has matured. But now, although his other son is not as naughty and naughty as his eldest son,
But it was a little more lively than a young man should be, and it made him worry a lot.
"It doesn't matter, no one in the court dares to touch my father for the time being. It's just that your sworn brother's identity is really sensitive. Your sworn brother is also the adopted son of His Majesty the Great Zhou and the appointed successor. I don't know that he cares about you like this.
What do you think of your sworn brother? If you don’t want him to misunderstand, you’d better not tell him about this. One day he ascends to Dabao, which may be detrimental to your sworn brother, and it may also affect you."
After stroking the white beard under his chin, the old man's eyes narrowed and he reminded Zhao Kuangyin, "It doesn't matter, my sworn brother is not the kind of rigid person. If we don't tell the matter frankly, there will be more gaps in the future."
Zhao Kuangyin shook his head. He knew his father's worries, but he still decided to act according to his own ideas.
"Now that you have made a decision, you don't have to worry about being a father. Everything must have a degree. If you can really attract your sworn brother to serve me, the Great Zhou Dynasty, then the good story of the Northern Han Dynasty's 'South Yang Beiling' will be broken.
"There was a mysterious aura in Zhao Hongyin's weathered face, but his thoughts extended even further.
"The Northern Han Dynasty is a small place, how can it accommodate my sworn brother's flying dragon appearance? My sworn brother's achievements in the future will be extraordinary. Father, you can rest assured. But if you want to bring General Ling here again,
, I think there are some difficulties in this. The Liu family is kind to General Ling, so Liu Yu’s evil deed of recognizing a thief as his father is really chilling. But General Ling still sticks to a corner of Baishui City and has not stepped out even an inch for many years, which shows his strong heart.
Absolutely." Zhao Kuangyin still didn't know his father's plan, but he still said it with a wry smile.
"That's all, you are dedicated to protecting your sworn brother, and as a father, you don't want to be a bad person anymore. With your three brothers together, I wonder if those who are interested in the court will use him to make an issue. After the enemy's general, he became
I am the sworn brother of His Highness the Crown Prince of Zhou. I don’t know whether this is a good story or a scandal. You will have to bear it one by one from now on. My father will try his best to help you with matters in the court, but I still need you for those things that are secret and cannot be seen in the light.
Deal with it one by one yourself.”
"I know, but I can't arrange a position for my adopted brother for the time being. This will stop those people's mouths and prevent my adopted brother from being wronged." Zhao Kuangyin frowned. He knew that his father was also worried.
It makes sense, but how can he care about this when he is already so arrogant.
"Give him a casual job first. If you really want him to make a difference, then give him a secret job. Don't you have a bunch of people under you?" Zhao Hongyin was like a cunning old fox. He couldn't see where he was.
What worries his son is that he knows that his son is waiting for his words.
"That's very good. Feiqiao Camp was established by Your Majesty, and this matter should have His Majesty's permission." Zhao Kuangyin's eyes showed worry again.
"I am indecisive. I am not sure whether His Majesty can see you at this time. Do you think you are the only family in Feiqiao Camp? Your sworn brother can just give permission. Your Majesty has so many things to do, why would you care about him?"
I have long forgotten about the Flying Bird Camp. Those who achieve great things do not stick to trivial matters. You must learn more about this."
"Yes, the child has learned a lesson." There was an imperceptible glint in Zhao Kuangyin's eyes. His father meant what he said. If he didn't know what to do, it meant he was worse than a pig.
"Okay, please step back, I'm afraid there will be a heavy snow tonight."
Zhao Hongyin sent his two sons away, and the rain outside the house became louder. Through the hazy window, it was vaguely visible that the swaying rain threads had woven into a large net, covering the long night. The rain
I don't know if it's a happy tune or a sad elegy.
"Ling Tianyun, what a good name that overwhelms Tianyun with justice, but are you really one of those two people?"
After the Zhao brothers left, Zhao Hongyin's eyes shot out with a twinkling light, and he murmured. The rain fell harder, but the rain field became crisper, ringing like metal hitting the ground, and the furnace in the house
The fire burned even more intensely. Only the curling Xingnao cigarette was turning into a dancing fairy.