Red Mansion: Picking up a Lin Daiyu

Chapter 43 Family Letter
Imperial City, Hall of Supreme Harmony,

Because of the case of Prince Kang's palace smuggling weapons, there were constant impeachments in the court. The impeachment did not stop until Prince Kang was stripped of his military power and ordered to return to the capital.

The news that Prince Kang had returned was known to everyone in the capital, and Emperor Yuanqing resumed his morning court session.

Last night, after Emperor Yuan Qing secretly met with Prince Kang, he also figured out the truth. Before the officials could start making a fuss, he spoke first, "My dear ministers, there have been a lot of rumors in the capital recently. My two sons have been embarrassed and made everyone laugh. The fault lies with me for not handling the relationship between my two sons properly."

This first sentence defines the nature of the matter. Emperor Yuan Qing wants to take the blame.

"King Kang is gentle, respectful and frugal, while Wen Rong is honest and kind. After making a mistake in the Nine Frontiers, they are worried about their own safety. My son has good intentions and would not be stupid enough to commit a rebellion. However, he was so anxious that he did such a ridiculous thing. He should be punished."

"Since he had made many contributions in the court in the past, he was fined one year's salary and forced to stay in a Zen temple for half a year to meditate and repent. He was not allowed to enter the palace unless summoned."

Upon hearing this, all the officials began to whisper to each other. This statement was tantamount to a declaration that King Kang had withdrawn from the fight for the throne.

As expected, Emperor Yuan Qing continued, "I have been ill recently and have not been able to recover. You are worried about the country and the people, and have continuously submitted memorials proposing to establish a crown prince to stabilize the court and the people's hearts. The memorials are piled up like a small mountain on my desk."

Originally, King Kang was defeated in the war, and his civil and military achievements could no longer match those of King Qin, so King Qin's ascension to the throne was a foregone conclusion. Anyone with a discerning eye could see that this memorial was also a token of allegiance to the new emperor.

Emperor Yuan Qing's mind was also as clear as a mirror.

He used to turn a deaf ear to it, and even despised it in his heart, but now he can no longer pretend not to see it.

"I have already made it clear today. I have a candidate in mind. There is no need for you to argue anymore."

As soon as these words were spoken, there was an uproar on the field.

The officials below were exchanging glances intensely, some were happy and some were worried.

"King Qin, you also need to know the principle of brotherly love and respect. How could you directly order your personal guards to surround your brother's mansion? You will be confined to the mansion for three months, and then you will be allowed to serve in the court."

The King of Qin responded expressionlessly, "Yes, I will remember this."

After finishing the matter, Emperor Yuan Qing withdrew his gaze and looked at the civil and military officials below, sighing: "Such an ugly matter should not be publicized. Do you have any objections?"

Emperor Yuan Qing had said all sorts of things, both positive and negative, and the ministers could not really persuade the emperor to kill his own son, so they could only bow and say, "Your Majesty is wise."

Emperor Yuan Qing nodded repeatedly, "Okay, let's discuss state affairs today."

Dai Quan stood aside and said sharply, "I have a petition to report. If there is nothing else, I will leave the court."

Soon, someone stood out from the queue.

"Your Highness Zhao Gongjin has something to report."

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"During the flood season, the waterways in Cangzhou Prefecture were disturbed, and the losses to the granaries were incalculable. Disaster relief was not going well, and we need to send an official to take charge as soon as possible."

"..."

"I, Liu Nian, the Minister of War, have something to report."

"The southeast coast is now plagued by bandits, and Japanese pirates have frequently invaded the border. Although their numbers are small, they have a very negative impact on our maritime trade. The best way is to supervise the construction of naval ships so that we can wipe out the Japanese pirates at sea."

"..." "I also have something to report. The situation in Datong Prefecture is serious. The Jurchens in Liaodong are active frequently. Your Majesty must be on guard..."

……

In the small courtyard, the weather has been sunny and peaceful for the past few days. Apart from accompanying Lin Daiyu to read books every day, he would go out for a stroll, which was very pleasant.

The King of Qin was under house arrest, and even in the palace there were fewer things to do. Yue Ling, the commander-in-chief of the royal guards, rarely reported for duty.

Today, June 24th,
As we enter the midsummer season, the room always feels a bit stuffy and unbearable.

Even though Yue Ling had been traveling for a long time, he still couldn't adapt to the summer without air conditioning and ice cola. Besides fanning himself, the best way to cool down was to use ice cubes, but the ice had to be bought with money.

Rich families generally have their own ice storages, making ice in winter and using it in summer, but Yue Ling obviously does not have the conditions for this at the moment. There is only a well in the yard, which can be used to freeze fruits and vegetables.

However, he did have other options.

Lin Daiyu's body temperature is always icy cold, and she seems to be extremely heat-resistant. She doesn't need to go out in the wind in this climate, and she seems to rarely even sweat.

Every time he sat next to Lin Daiyu, Yue Ling felt much cooler. Therefore, Lin Daiyu spent more time reading every day.

At that time, Yue Ling was lying on a rattan chair under a tree, fanning himself to enjoy the cool air. There was a knock on the door and two people walked in.

Yue Ling opened his eyes and saw Ni Er and Jia Yun. He sat up, smiled and waved to them, saying, "How are your injuries?"

The two men stepped forward and clasped their hands. "I'm well again. Thank you General Yue for the medicine. I'm getting better faster. I heard that General Yue was given an official position, so we came here together to congratulate him today."

Yue Ling waved his hands, thanked the two for the gifts, and said, "Ah, it's a small matter. I wanted to go see you, but I figured it was me who caused you to get beaten up, and Yun Ge'er is weak and almost got sick. I didn't have the face to meet your family, so I didn't go."

Jia Yun said hurriedly, "General Yue, what are you talking about? We are already honored to work for General Yue. This is nothing. My mother also supports me in following General Yue."

Ni Er kept nodding, "Me too."

Yue Ling nodded. He was very satisfied with these two people. "Zijuan, go get two pieces of silk and take them back with you."

Smoothing the wrinkles on their collars, Yue Ling said with a smile, "You guys should also change into nice clothes. It just so happens that I have some silk given by the Prince of Qin's Mansion. It's light and cool to wear when made into clothes. I'll go get some for you and go back to make some clothes for your family."

Jia Yun hurriedly declined, "No, no, how can we accept General Yue's things? We already got a lot of money when we were in Prince Kang's mansion, so we can't stop eating and wearing. If we need anything, we should buy it ourselves. Besides, we are here to congratulate General Yue, so how can we take anything back?"

Ni Er hurriedly said: "Me too!"

Yue Ling still forcefully stuffed the silk between the two of them, "How can what the Kang Palace gave be the same as what I gave? Besides, this is a reward from the Qin Palace, and it can't be bought with silver in ordinary places, so just take it."

"Also, I have to warn you. Although Prince Kang is now outside the city, the people in Prince Kang's Palace are still in the city. You two have received a lot of money from Prince Kang's Palace, so be careful of getting into trouble. Stay at home more and don't show off outside, especially you, Ni Er."

Ni Er chuckled, "I've already taken a few hundred taels, so I don't need to lend the money to anyone right now."

Yue Ling nodded again, "Don't worry, I've been promoted now, and I'll still need your help in the future."

Ni Er, Jia Yun thanked him again happily. At that moment, one of Ni Er's followers came in and said, "General Yue, there is a servant who claims to be from Rongguo Mansion. He said that there is a letter from Miss Lin at the mansion and asked her to go and get it... shall we let him in?"

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