Rebirth: The wedding night, my whole family was exiled, I raised 500,000 soldiers

A smile flashed across Shen Lanxi's eyes, and then she said, "There are 2,000 guards in the capital, 3,000 imperial guards, and 50,000 city defense troops. All the manpower added together is less than 60,000 troops."

Zhao Zheng: "We need to send scouts as soon as possible to find out how many troops the Fifth Prince has brought with him. It would be best if we intercept him before he gets close to the Imperial City."

Shen Lanxi: "I think what Yong'an Hou said is correct. What do you think?"

The situation is urgent, who dares to object?

"I think it's feasible."

"I also think it's feasible!"

"Reconsideration!"

Shen Lanxi: "I think that since the Fifth Prince dares to come, he must have brought more than 50,000 troops. We must gather troops as soon as possible."

Wu Yanzhi frowned: "You talk nicely, but where can the court find extra troops now?" After several years of war, the Great Zhou has not yet recovered.

Shen Lanxi thought for a moment and said, "What do you think, sir?"

"I think we can first draw on the soldiers, servants, guards, and imperial guards from each prefecture to condense a force. If we are lucky enough not to use it, we can be prepared for any eventuality. If we can use it, it will also be a heroic act of each prefecture to contribute to defending the country."

Shen Lanxi: "That makes sense. What do you think, gentlemen?"

When it comes to their own interests, all officials remain silent.

"I am willing to draw out the concentrated servants."

"I am also willing to transfer the guards."

"The detectives and clerks in the government offices can also be transferred."

"There are many strong laborers in the capital, and they can be recruited."

Shen Lanxi praised cheerfully, "You are all good officials who serve the country and the people. I will also express my attitude and transfer the female guards who guard the courtyard and personal guards at home. Everything is for the Great Zhou and for the people!"

Seeing that so many people were incited, a few officials with stiff faces could not save face and followed suit.

Shen Lanxi: "In order to avoid suspicion, I propose that the matter of recruiting troops be handed over to Yong'an Hou."

The civil officials and military generals immediately weighed the pros and cons in their minds.

Yong'an Hou was a military commander with only an honorary title and no real power. And the fact that he and Shen Lanxi were at odds was known to the entire capital.

Another thing is that Marquis Yong'an is not affiliated with any party. Shen Lanxi approached Zhao Zheng just to avoid suspicion, there was no other reason.

As long as Shen Lanxi or any other party does not benefit, it doesn’t matter.

After all, this job has a nice name, but it is actually an offensive job.

"I think Yong'an Hou can take on this important task."

"I will review this matter."

"Marquis Yong'an is the leader among the military commanders, and his appeal is unquestionable~"

Shen Lanxi nodded in satisfaction. Apart from the safety of the capital, she would not participate in other government affairs. This move surprised those who were ready to boycott her.

Women have limited knowledge and it is men like these who are well-read in poetry and literature who are in charge of handling government affairs.

Shen Lanxi took time out of her busy schedule to return to the mansion and personally directed the palace soldiers to replace the plaque of the Duke of Protectorate before going to the Shen Mansion.

"Grandma is frightened!" Shen Lanxi presented some tonic herbs.

Old Madam Shen was already exhausted both physically and mentally, and even when she saw valuable goodies, she found it difficult to cheer up.

"Lan Xi, go and get busy. Grandma is tired." Old Madam Shen said exhaustedly.

Shen Lanxi: "After a few days, when the palace is stable, I will send someone to invite the imperial physician to treat grandma."

Since they have forced the emperor to abdicate, something must have happened in the palace. Old Madam Shen was unwilling to listen to these secrets that would shorten her life, so she waved her hand and asked Shen Lanxi to leave.

The Shen family was very quiet. The maids and servants walked on tiptoe and dared not even breathe.

"Mother is frightened!" Zhou Xinrou was also brought to the front of the palace by Zhou Yunshang's men that day.

Zhou Xinrou looked at her quietly without saying a word.

"Mother, what's the matter with you?"

Zhou Xinrou frowned and said tiredly, "I'm just a little frightened and tired. You are busy with official duties outside, so you should take care of yourself."

Shen Lanxi: "Thank you for your concern, mother. The capital has been in turmoil recently, so mother should stay at home if possible."

Zhou Xinrou remained silent.

"Yuan Tang isn't here? Shall I ask Yuan Xin and the others to come and serve mother?"

Zhou Xinrou: "No, there is a mother-in-law and daughter-in-law to serve us, so we don't need them. They are all preparing things for the wedding."

Shen Lanxi: "I will place some guards at home to protect you secretly. What happened that day will never happen to mother again."

Zhou Xinrou's eyes flickered, and she asked, "Did something happen in the palace?"

"If it's inconvenient to say, don't say it."

Shen Lanxi: "There is nothing I can't tell my mother. His Majesty was assassinated and injured."

Zhou Xinrou immediately asked, "Is it serious?"

Shen Lanxi saw it and shook her head.

"It's not serious, just need to rest slowly."

"Is that so? It seems that the defense in the palace is more lax than before." Zhou Xinrou said lightly.

Shen Lanxi frowned and said, "My uncle handed the princess over to someone else for interrogation. I don't know the details. I guess it has something to do with the princess."

Zhou Xinrou snorted coldly and turned away.

"Go ahead, I'm tired."

Shen Lanxi: "Mother, have a good rest."

Not long after, someone came out of the main room and quietly entered the palace.

Afterwards, Shen Lanxi received a handwritten order from Emperor Renxiao, assigning her the task of searching the Grand Princess's mansion.

"What are you thinking about?" Wei Dongzhu came in from outside when he saw that it had been dark for a long time and she hadn't turned on the light.

Shen Lanxi: "I didn't think about anything. I was too busy these days and didn't get enough rest. I just fell asleep while sitting."

Wei Dongzhu: "I thought you were wondering about His Majesty's sudden change of mind?"

Shen Lanxi smiled: "People's minds are hard to predict. No matter how suddenly your Majesty changes his mind, I will accept it calmly."

Wei Dongzhu said softly: "If you are too tired, take a break."

Don't push yourself too hard.

Where Shen Lanxi couldn't see, Wei Dongzhu's face was full of heartache.

"The chess game is already set. If you stop, you will be captured." It's not that she doesn't want to stop, but things are driving her to move forward.

Wei Dongzhu: "Are you going to search the house tomorrow? I guess all the useful things have been taken away in advance."

Shen Lanxi said thoughtfully: "This may be a concession."

"What concession?" He didn't understand.

Shen Lanxi suddenly smiled: "I just said it casually, do you believe it?"

Wei Dongzhu: "I believe it."

Shen Lanxi raised her eyebrows and said seriously: "I advise you not to believe it all."

Wei Dong was stunned, his eyes moved slightly: "Will you lie to me?"

How should she answer this question?

"What do you think?"

Wei Dongzhu thought about it and said seriously: "Even if you lied to me, it was for a reason and with good intentions, the result will be good."

Shen Lanxi looked at him quietly for a long time, and after a while she suddenly smiled and patted his shoulder.

"Come with me tomorrow to search the house."

Wei Dongzhu stayed for a while, and when he was leaving, he remembered that he had something to say.

"Bansicao is back."

Shen Lanxi: "..."

"Take him with you to search the house tomorrow!"

Wei Dongzhu blinked his eyes: "I really forgot just now."

Shen Lanxi: "I believe you."

He didn't quite believe this.

She thought Ban Sicao only brought his father, but she didn't expect that he brought the entire Wan Du Men.