The commander-in-chief is handsome and charming

When Cui Xiang came out of the palace, the old eunuch who was serving him laughed so hard that his teeth were not visible.

He has been with the old emperor since he was young and has been serving him closely over the years.

Of course I know what’s worrying the old emperor.

I didn't expect that Master Cui had only been in Southern Qi for less than a year and had already solved such a big problem.

He smiled and escorted Cui Xiang out.

Cui Xiang secretly handed over a silver note and said, "Please stay, eunuch. You have worked hard in serving His Majesty every day. Please do not refuse this kind gift!"

"I heard that it is your father-in-law's birthday in a few days. I will ask someone to prepare a table of food and send it to your house."

He spoke nicely and the eunuch was stunned.

Cui Xiang stuffed the silver note into his hand, smiled and nodded.

Then he turned and left.

The old eunuch stood where he was, watching Cui Xiang walk away.

He looked down at the banknote in his hand.

I feel a slight sour feeling in my heart.

He had been in the palace for decades, but no one remembered his birthday until Your Majesty ascended the throne.

However, every year, either they accompany His Majesty, or a group of young eunuchs entertain him.

In recent years, because of my old age, I have occasionally not been on duty by Your Majesty's side.

I also bought a retirement house outside.

He also adopted two godsons.

But this is the first time someone remembered his birthday.

And a special table should be prepared for him.

This feeling...

Let the old eunuch hold the banknote in his hand.

It took him a long while to turn around and go back.

Cui Xiang was so busy that he had no time to rest.

The palace is certainly good.

However, the courtyard has been uninhabited for many years and needs a thorough cleanup.

Although you don’t have to clean up by yourself, it still requires some thought.

Yang Song is the main person in charge.

Every day I have to study with Cui Xiang and also watch over the cleaning of the palace.

On the day when the palace was tidied up, the plaque bestowed by the old emperor arrived.

Made by the Ministry of Internal Affairs.

It also bears the mark of the Ministry of Internal Affairs.

The standards here are higher than those of Cui Xiang’s shops.

Because almost all the noble families and officials in Kyoto participate in this Chamber of Commerce.

It is not convenient for those officials to be present in person, as they have to avoid suspicion.

But all the sons in the family who were responsible for business came.

Ling Yun was also pulled over by Cheng Ruyi.

The eyebrows were trimmed by Shen Qingdai, and the scar on the chin was also carefully pasted on.

She was wearing a brocade robe sewn by Shen Qingdai herself.

Around his waist hung a sachet made by his wife.

Ling Yun stood in the crowd, gently waving the folding fan in his hand.

Then the faint fragrance floated at the tip of the nose.

It calmed her restless heart a little.

However, Cui Xiang took her around to greet people again.

Ling Yun:......

Even if Ling Yun was low-key that day, he still managed to enter the eyes of these Kyoto nobles.

But there is really no feminine smell about her.

This group of people only regarded her as Cui Xiang's sworn brother.

So a bunch of people took turns toasting.

Ling Yun pushed Cheng Ruyi to the front very skillfully.

I just drank a few glasses symbolically, and then pulled Cui Xiang aside to chat.

As a result, the two of them didn't say much.

The old emperor actually sent someone.

When Xu Shaoze appeared, everyone was stunned.

Ling Yun directly went up to the attic on the side.

She didn't want to pay homage to such a prince.

Cui Xiang reluctantly led his men to meet them.

But as soon as he bent down, Xu Shaoze helped him up. "Mr. Cui, please don't be polite to me."

He supported Cui Xiang, and Cheng Ruyi stood up as well.

Xu Shaoze looked at him but didn't say anything.

The people behind him knelt on the ground.

Xu Shaoze shouted with a smile.

Then he spoke in a clear voice, "My father heard that the Chamber of Commerce was officially established, and he specially asked me to go there."

"On behalf of the royal family, thank you all for your contributions to Southern Qi."

He spoke nicely and everyone below understood.

Ling Yun stood on the attic, looking at Xu Shaoze who was in high spirits.

He patted the folding fan in his hand gently.

This is……

Is the old emperor paving the way for this son?

Not only did she think so, several people in the palace also thought so.

Xu Shaoan looked at his mother with dissatisfaction.

"Why should he be asked to go?"

"Even if we have to go, we have to choose one of us."

"Father, you didn't even ask and directly assigned him?"

"Even if we let Xu Shaoxun go, he's better than him!"

His background is similar to Xu Shaoze's. His mother's family is the Sijia family that guards the border.

Xu Shaoze's maternal family is a founding marquisate.

Even in Xu Shaoan's view, his status is better than Xu Shaoze's.

After all, Sijia still holds the military power.

And that marquis's mansion had long since fallen into decline.

"Have you finished the homework assigned by the Grand Tutor?" Although Concubine Si was also dissatisfied with the old emperor's approach.

But she managed to keep her composure.

She was sitting on a chair in a palace dress, with a maid behind her fanning her carefully.

When Xu Shaoan heard his mother mention this, his anger suddenly disappeared.

Seeing him like this, Concubine Si sighed softly.

"Since you don't want to study, take a few days off."

After saying this, Xu Shaoan's eyes lit up.

But Concubine Si continued, "The royal hunting will take place in a few days."

"Your father has not participated in the event for many years. In previous years, you princes went together."

“This year will probably be the same.”

"This time..." Concubine Si looked at her son.

Waved at him.

Xu Shaoan approached his mother and listened to Concubine Si's words.

Then he nodded repeatedly, "Don't worry, mother, I..."

Before he could finish his words, Si Fei raised her hand and gently raised it to her lips.

"Calm down your impetuous temper."

"This matter is known only to heaven, earth, you and me."

"Mother will send someone in to cooperate with you, as long as this is done."

"Then, there's nothing to worry about!"

There was a slight gleam in Concubine Si's eyes, and Concubine Min entered the palace almost at the same time as her.

She was made a concubine one step faster than her, and gave birth to a son one step faster than her.

just now……

The imperial concubine over there is already pregnant, and I'm afraid that woman can't sit still anymore.

So she took advantage of the woman's busyness to arrange some of her own things.

After looking at the sky outside, he waved to Xu Shaoan and said, "It's getting late. You should leave the palace and go home today."

This period of time is to help Xu Shaoan to focus.

At the same time, Siqi secretly told her that Xu Shaoan was thinking about Cui Xiang's concubine.

Concubine Si trapped people in the palace.

Now that Cui Xiang has established a firm foothold in Southern Qi, it seems that Xu Shaoan should give up on that idea.

And Concubine Si also wanted him to go out and do some work.

We have to let him go.

When he heard that he could leave the palace, Xu Shaoan was indeed very happy.

He bowed to Concubine Si and said, "Then mother, please go to bed early. I will take my leave now."

After saying that, he turned around and ran out.

Concubine Si looked at Xu Shaoan who was jumping out.

He frowned helplessly.

I don't know who this son takes after. His personality...

"Send someone to tell Dian Mo to keep a close eye on His Highness the Third Prince during this period of time."

"Don't let him get into trouble."

She was really worried, hoping that she would give birth to another son.

You don't have to worry about this every day.

He reached out and pressed his head.

Si Fei sighed quietly