After the New Year, the entire imperial court seemed to have calmed down.
Jia Daishan and Jia Jing.
He felt as if a storm was about to come.
After returning, the Crown Prince restrained Jia Xie and Jia Zhen even more.
As for the Jia Daishan, who had the imperial guards,
And Jia Jing, who still had connections in the military, how could the Crown Prince give up? Therefore, the Crown Prince asked the He family to come forward. The He family made several appointments with the Jia Zhen, but the Jia Zhen refused, saying that the Jia family's pregnancy was getting bigger.
He had to stay at home and look after the Old Master was busy with official business.
He should share the burden. The stalemate continued.
The He family suddenly stopped making appointments with the Jia Zhen, which made the Jia Jing and Jia Zhen feel relieved.
The Crown Prince understood why the Jia Zhen and Jia Xie did not leave the house.
The Jia family probably understood his plan. The Crown Prince also went to test his father, the Emperor, and found that there was nothing wrong with his father.
He understood.
The Jia family did not report this to his father.
After all, all of this was just their conjecture. Without conclusive evidence, the two old foxes of the Jia Family would never tell their Imperial Father about something that they were not sure of, given their prudence.
"Your Highness, what should we do now?" Count Niu Yi of the Stabilization Constabulary asked.
The Crown Prince thought for a while and said, "Let the Niu army continue to contact Rongguo Province. Ningguo Province does not need to worry anymore."
"Why? Although there is no one in Ningguo Province in the military now, and Duke Ning has been gone for many years, his connections are still there. With the help of Ningguo Province, won't we be more confident this time?" Niu Yi did not understand. Not only was Niu Yi envious of the two brothers of the Jia family, but even the Duke Zhen was very envious of them when he was still alive. After the world was peaceful, only the two brothers still had military power among the eight dukes.
"The Spring Hunt is getting closer. Even with the support of the Ningguo Mansion, it will still take some time to rope in those connections. Right now, we don't have enough time." He didn't have that much time. After enduring for so long, he didn't want to continue enduring. His Imperial Father was really good to him now, but as long as he showed his head again, his Imperial Father would suppress him one after another. He didn't want to wait any longer. There was only one chance. If he didn't succeed, he would die trying.
Niu Yi immediately understood the Crown Prince's meaning. Therefore, he temporarily put aside his connections in Ningguo Province and focused on roping in Rongguo Province. After all, the Jia Daishan's military power was under his control, and the Imperial Army was the Emperor's last line of defense. "But Ningguo Province and Rongguo Province are very guarded against us. We have no chance to make a move against the Crown Prince of Rongguo Province." Niu Yi frowned. The Crown Prince did not want to tell Old Zhang about this. If the Zhang family intervened, things would be much easier. "Why don't we ask Old Zhang to intervene? What do you think, Crown Prince?"
"We can't tell the Grand Tutor. If he knows, he will definitely not allow it. The Grand Tutor is upright and outspoken. If he knows, he will definitely ask me to give up. But I don't want to wait any longer. Besides, didn't I ask the He family to intervene in Ningguo Province? Even if the Grand Tutor intervenes, it might not succeed. "The Crown Prince closed his eyes.
"That's true." Niu Yi sighed. "Then why do you want Jun-er to continue interacting with Rongguo Province?"
"Hmph, Rongguo Province does not only have one son, Marquis Jia En." The Crown Prince's lips curled into a smile. The Jia Daishan was indeed smart, but he had a wife who was biased towards her youngest son. She was not smart either. His mother said that this Duke Rongguo's wife was completely stupid compared to the old Duke Rongguo's wife.
"Crown Prince, are you saying that we should target the other son?" Niu Yi immediately understood.
"That's right. The other son is the second son of the first wife. He is always suppressed by his older brother. I don't believe that he is not jealous. It's all the same. He is his own son. I don't believe that the Jia Daishan will do nothing about it." The Crown Prince laughed coldly. Besides, even if the Jia Daishan wanted to give up on this son, his wife would not give up so easily.
"Madam, the Crown Prince of the Stabilisation Constabulary is here. He said that he is here to visit you." Yuan Yang came in to report.
"Why is he here? Let him in." Madam Jia said.
"Greetings to Madam Jia." Niu Jun came to Rongqing Hall to greet Madam Jia.
"Why did you come to visit me? Is your mother well?" Madam Jia asked.
"Everything is fine in the residence. I rarely see Madam Jia outside these days. I really do miss Auntie." Niu Jun smiled.
"You little monkey, your mouth is just like your mother's. You are both so sweet." Madam Jia was very puzzled by Niu Jun's visit. After all, she had been the wife of a Duke for so many years.
"Actually, I came this time to invite the two uncles out to play. Prince Nan 'an's fourth son is holding a party tomorrow. He asked me to bring a few more people. I brought some sons of court officials. I just wanted to ask if the two uncles in your residence would like to go."
"Prince Nan 'an's fourth son? That Prince Nan 'an's youngest son? "Madam Jia asked.
"Yes. Prince Nan 'an is most fond of that boy. Furthermore, Prince Nan' an is in charge of guarding the south. Last year, he won several battles with the barbarians from the south. During the New Year, the Emperor even gave Prince Nan 'an's palace a New Year's dish. However, Prince Nan' an didn't return to the capital during the New Year. He should be back this year," Niu Jun said.
"I don't know about that. The situation at the border is ever-changing. Who can say for sure? Wait a moment. I'll get the maidservant to ask She 'er and Zheng' er if they're free tomorrow." Grandmother Jia smiled.
"Alright, I'll wait here. However, I don't think Uncle She will go. I've invited him a few times, but he always said he didn't have time. Ai, I don't know what Uncle She is busy with." Niu Jun shook his head. He was very dissatisfied with the Jia family.
"What could he be busy with …" Madam Jia was about to say something when she suddenly stopped. "Since he's busy, Yuan Yang, don't tell She 'er. Go directly ask Zheng' er if he has time tomorrow. If he has time, go out and play with the heir of the Stabilisation Constabulary. He's been studying in seclusion for so long. It's time for him to go out and relax."
"Yes." Yuan Yang immediately understood Madam Jia's meaning. The people who attended this event all had families behind them and had power. If Second Master Zheng was on good terms with these people, it would be helpful for his career in the future.
When Niu Jun heard Madam Jia's words, he thought to himself, Master and the Crown Prince's predictions are really accurate. This Duke Rongguo's wife really dotes on her youngest son and wants to pave the way for him. He only mentioned Nan 'an Junwang's fourth son and immediately sent her youngest son away. He was really desperate. That's right, Jia Zheng had Jia Xie in front of him. Not only was Jia Xie the heir of the Duke Rongguo, but the Emperor had also personally bestowed him with a character. Moreover, it wasn't an ordinary character. With an older brother like this, Rongguo Province would never fall into the hands of Jia Zheng.
"Second Master, Madam wants to ask if you are free tomorrow." When Yuan Yang arrived at Jia Zhen's courtyard, Jia Zheng happened to be in the house of the Jia Wang Clan. Yuan Yang didn't avoid the Jia Wang Clan.
"Of course I will continue to study hard. I have an exam in August." Jia Zheng put on airs and said.
"The heir of the Stabilisation Constabulary came today and said that he wanted to invite you and First Master to attend a party organized by Nan 'an Junwang's son. The heir of the Stabilisation Constabulary said that he recently invited First Master to go out, but First Master said that First Master was busy and refused to go out. Madam said that since First Master was busy, she didn't want me to go find First Master and directly asked me to find you. She asked if you were free." Yuan Yang explained the matter clearly in a few words. He also explained who was organizing the party and the situation on Jia Xie's side.
The corners of Jia Zheng's mouth curled up slightly. Thinking that Yuan Yang was still there, he put on airs and changed his words. "Go and tell Madam that I have been a little bored from studying these days. It just so happens that I want to go out and relax. I will naturally be free tomorrow."
"Yes, this servant will go now." Yuan Yang said.
"First Master, is it Nan 'an Junwang's son?" The Jia Wang Clan was surprised.
"Yes." Jia Zheng nodded.
"During the New Year, I heard from my brother that Nan 'an Junwang had fought with the barbarians in the South last year and won. When the Emperor heard this, he was very happy and said that when Nan' an Junwang returns to the Imperial Court, he will reward him handsomely." The Jia Wang Clan said.
"I have also heard about this, but it has nothing to do with First Master. First Master just wants to go out and relax. Maybe I will meet some students and discuss some articles." Jia Zheng naturally also heard about this. It was obvious that this kind of party was held to network. However, as a scholar, he naturally couldn't be so direct.
"Nan 'an Junwang has made such a great contribution this time. I wonder what His Majesty will reward him with?" Mother Jia continued to chat with Niu Jun.
"I don't know about this, but I think that Nan 'an Junwang has made such a great contribution, which is really admirable. However, Duke Rongguo is also not bad. In the past, he followed His Majesty to conquer the world and made great contributions. Although Duke Rongguo has been in the capital all these years, we will never forget his fame."
"Haha, that's all in the past. Why are you still talking about it?" Mother Xia smiled. She also felt very proud of Jia Daishan's contribution.
"Duke Rongguo is a hero of his generation. Naturally, his son is also extraordinary. Think about Uncle She's calligraphy. No matter what, he will be a marquis in the future. Duke Rongguo also thinks highly of Uncle She. For important events and social events, Duke Rongguo will bring Uncle She along and train him. Old Madam, you are very lucky," Niu Jun said.
Mother Jia's expression changed slightly. Yes, Master always thought about that unfilial son of Jia Xie. On New Year's Eve, that unfilial son of Jia Xie did not attend the palace banquet. Master also did not bring Zheng 'er along.
Niu Jun saw that Mother Jia's expression was not good and felt very proud.
At this time, Yuan Yang came back. "Old Madam, Second Master is free tomorrow," Yuan Yang said.
"Okay, tomorrow at 5 pm, let Uncle Zheng meet us at Bodhi Temple outside the city. I still have to inform others, so I will not disturb you." Niu Jun stood up.
"Okay." Mother Jia smiled and nodded.
After Niu Jun left, Yuan Yang said, "Madam, didn't Master say that it was not peaceful recently and that the two young masters were not allowed to go out?"
"Zheng 'er is not going anywhere else tomorrow. It's just the suburbs of the capital. When the time comes, just bring a few more bodyguards. Oh right, you are not allowed to tell Master about what happened today." Mother Jia thought: If I tell him, Master will not let Zheng' er go. Master has Jia Xie in his heart, how could he think about Zheng 'er?
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