The end of the world begins with the king

Chapter 921 Daqing
In the capital city, within the imperial city, and outside the Huangji Gate, there are officials gathering.

Although it is in wartime now, but tonight is the New Year's Eve, and the court still gave the officials three days off.

In addition to the officials on duty, the officials in Beijing will be divided into three batches to rest in rotation, which can be regarded as a consolation for the hard work of this year.

It was afternoon, and the yamen would be closed in a while, but at this moment, the officials received instructions from the cabinet to gather in front of Huangji Gate.

Although returning home is like an arrow, but the cabinet is urgently called, and the officials have to rush to Huangjimen quickly.

In the heavy snow, more than 200 people have gathered, and they are discussing in groups.

Some are talking about recent reforms, some are talking about the new reclamation area, and some are talking about what to eat on New Year's Eve tonight...

Of course, the most discussed topic is the purpose of the cabinet's urgent summoning of everyone.

Discussions come and go, the officials have a rough idea, and they just wait for a few cabinet ministers to solve the mystery.

More than ten minutes passed, and when more than 400 people arrived at the scene, two cabinet ministers and various ministers appeared in the sight of everyone.

The noisy crowd quieted down one after another, and everyone focused on Lu Chaowen and Cheng Wenguang.

Behind the two of them was Zhou Chengping, the capital censor, who had always been serious and had a smile on his face at this moment.

These officials are very good at observing words and expressions, and they are basically sure what will happen at this moment.

"Happy New Year, Mr. Ge..."

"My lords are full of red faces, presumably there must be some good news!"

The atmosphere at the scene was harmonious, and the officials had smiles on their faces, waiting for the ministers to give an explanation.

The first assistant and the second assistant were not in Beijing. It is reasonable to say that Lu Chaowen should speak, but at this moment it was Cheng Wenguang who walked out.

"Everyone... be quiet!"

Cheng Wenguang was the emperor's confidant, so his words naturally carried great weight, and the scene immediately fell silent.

Pulling his hands into his sleeves, Cheng Wenguang said goodbye with a smile on his face: "Everyone, there is indeed good news!"

"A military report came from the Northwest Governor's Office just now. Under the emperor's strategizing, our army defeated the Western Man tribes in Tianshan County, beheaded more than [-] bandits, burned and seized countless enemy supplies..."

"This big victory has dealt a heavy blow to Ximan, and my victory is just around the corner!"

The conjecture in their hearts was confirmed, and the smiles of everyone present became brighter and brighter. They were really happy.

Now it is a battle between the two clans, and the loser will be doomed forever. The officials naturally hope that the court will win, so that they can live well.

"Your Majesty is so wise and mighty that the ancient sages are hard to match..."

"With the emperor commanding troops to attack the enemy, the great Jin country will be safe!"

All of a sudden, the officials flattered Zhao Yanxun, and they said these words easily.

Of course, this is not entirely flattery, after all, the frontline victory is real, and the great Jinjiang Mountain is indeed supported by Zhao Yanxun.

"For more than a month, there have been a lot of troubles inside and outside the court, and everyone has been very busy. With this good news... everyone can have a good year!" Lu Chaowen said softly.

"The bandits from the Western Barbarians are powerful, and the pressure of the army is really worrying. I haven't had a good night's sleep during this time, and I can finally sleep tonight!"

Hearing Lu Chaowen's words, the nearby officials, big and small, all agreed, because they were in the same mood.

"In this great victory, His Majesty Quan Nai planned the strategy and took the command... I will benefit from the Emperor's kindness when I wait for the case!" Cheng Wenguang said solemnly.

Hearing this, everyone suppressed their smiles and bowed to the west one after another.

After some tossing, the officials left the palace beaming, and several important ministers walked together to discuss matters.

"The emperor said that the decisive battle will come soon, maybe in January..."

"This battle is about the safety of the country. You must not slack off, and you must do your best to plan for the front line!"

It is naturally Cheng Wenguang who said this, because he has the most real power.

The news of the great victory on the front line not only made the former court extremely happy, but also the harem.

Things are simple now, but tonight is New Year's Eve after all, so it is natural to celebrate such an important day.

There will be no shortage of songs, dances and dramas, and special personnel have prepared them in detail, so there is no need for the nobles in the harem to bother.

At this moment, the concubines and concubines of the harem are all gathered in the Longevity Palace of the Empress Dowager.

"Mother, the news I just received is that the emperor defeated the Ximanzi in Tianshan County, and all the courtiers praised the emperor's wisdom!" Xue Baoyun's face was filled with a smile.

Cao Miaoyin nodded, and then said: "I don't know when my son will return in triumph!"

As a mother, Cao Miaoyin has no other ideas, she just hopes that her son can come back soon and safely.

Not only the mother misses her son, but Xue Baoyun also misses her husband, as do the other concubines.

It was Xue Baoyun who said: "Queen Mother, the Emperor is wise and mighty, invincible, and he will triumph in a short time!"

"exactly……"

"The queen mother is at ease!"

For a while, the concubines chatted non-stop, diluting the melancholy atmosphere in the palace.

After all, tonight is New Year's Eve, so you should be happy.

Soon it was time for dinner, and everyone in the harem went to the courtyard to watch the singing and dancing and toast the empress dowager.

After a lively night, everyone dispersed, and the palace returned to calm.

Inside Yufu Palace, the wind howled.

"Those elm heads, the wind is so strong and they don't know how to close the windows. They really eat nothing..."

Yun'er, the palace maid, had a bad tone, but when she walked into the Nuan Pavilion, she saw Lin Jingyu standing by the window.

"Your Majesty...how can this wind blow!" Yun'er hurried forward.

Looking at the night sky in the northwest, Lin Jingyu sighed, then turned her head and smiled at Yun'er.

Yun'er closed the window in a hurry, and said while doing things: "These slaves really have no eyesight..."

"I opened the window, it has nothing to do with them..."

"But……"

"Jing'er is already asleep?"

Upon hearing this, Yun'er quickly replied: "Your Highness is already asleep!"

Sitting in front of the desk, Lin Jingyu said slowly, "Go and rest!"

"Your Majesty...it's getting late at night..."

Lin Jingyu raised her head, stared at Yun'er calmly and said, "Go!"

"Yes!"

There was no other way, Yun'er had no choice but to leave, leaving Lin Jingyu alone in the Nuan Pavilion.

But she saw her slowly rolling out the paper, then dipped the pen into the ink, and began to draw on the paper.

After a while, a bust of Zhao Yanxun appeared slowly.

Originally, Lin Jingyu had painted one, but Huang Rongrong asked her to leave. Today's deep thoughts made Lin Jingyu think about painting again.

About half an hour later, a painting has been finished in color, and it is almost like Zhao Yanxun, which is already a very remarkable skill.

"Thinking of you is like the full moon, every night is less clear..."

Putting down the pen, Lin Jingyu looked at the person in the painting, her thoughts had flown thousands of miles away.

On the other side of the Chengqing Palace, Huang Rongrong was lying on the bed, tossing and turning, unable to sleep.

When she closed her eyes until they hurt, she had no choice but to open them, and then ordered someone to light the lamp.

"Lan'er, do you think the emperor is asleep?"

Lan'er yawned and replied: "Madam, it's getting dark, the emperor must be resting!"

Huang Rongrong asked again: "Do you think Zhang Fengxiu is accompanying the emperor now?"

"Your Majesty... the emperor leads troops to fight, I'm afraid he won't bring his concubine Hui with him!"

"You said the emperor..."

Outside the hall is the cold wind howling, but it can't wash away the longing that is thousands of miles away.

(End of this chapter)