Uncle Lai in the Red Chamber

Chapter 426
At this moment, Lai Shangrong didn't know that Mrs. Wang was trapped in a cocoon.

He was in the imperial study room, discussing national policy with the cabinet in front of the imperial court.

The war between Korea and Japan has been going on for almost a year. Reinforcements from Daxia have been delayed, making the two countries uneasy.

Therefore, another mission was sent to ask for help.

He took the lead in this matter, and the subsequent response was naturally inseparable from him.

Xiao Yu, the Minister of Rites, said: "How can the important affairs of the imperial court be trivial? I, the Great Xia, must keep my word. I shouldn't have promised easily in the first place!"

Li Guorong, Shangshu of the Ministry of War, said: "Soldiers are important affairs of the country, the place of life and death, and the way of survival. How can we act rashly? Besides, it is taboo for military strategists to go on expeditions, and the Japanese country has to cross the ocean, so we must not act rashly!"

Although one of them seemed to advocate keeping promises and the other advocated not to act lightly, in general, they still questioned Lai Shangrong.

Emperor Zhenglong also looked at Lai Shangrong.

"What do you think Lai Aiqing has to say?"

Lai Shangrong bowed and said: "What the two Shangshu adults said is not bad!"

These words undoubtedly slapped him in the face, and several cabinet ministers looked at him in astonishment.

Lai Shangrong paused and continued: "But... Wei Chen has a compromise."

Emperor Zhenglong patted the imperial case and urged: "Speak quickly! Ahem!"

Because he spoke too hastily, he coughed a few times.

"I believe that this matter requires a two-pronged approach. Gauliki and the Netherlands have been famous since ancient times. They have not invaded our territory in Daxia. In this way, they temporarily blocked the Xian and Japanese countries. In the name of protection, they asked the two countries to donate several places. Gold and silver mines, and at the same time sent troops to Annan to surround Wei and rescue Zhao in order to appease the two countries.

Gaulji and the Netherlands were thousands of miles away, and when they went out to conquer Korea and Japan, they mostly recruited soldiers from Annan and other places. As long as they invaded their backyards, they would give an explanation to the two countries.

Of course, attacking Gaulji and the Netherlands is not the purpose. The intensity must be controlled so as not to embarrass them.

Wei Chen proposed to expand the security department to harass Annan.

Firstly, the Annan coal mines are of good quality and have sufficient output, which can make up for the shortcomings of the state-owned coal mines; secondly, it will not take time to expand the number of troops, and the army will not be raised in a hurry. "

Emperor Zhenglong's treatment of the Zhen family made Lai Shangrong eager to seize every opportunity to expand his power.

Now it is obvious that the Ministry of War is afraid of war, so it is a good opportunity to propose this idea.

However, the Ministry of War's fear of war was just to criticize Lai Shangrong. Therefore, the Ministry of War took into account his suggestions and asked: "You also said that since ancient times, divisions have been famous. Gaulji and the Netherlands have not invaded our country. How can divisions be famous?" ?”

"The Annan Protectorate was established during the Tang Dynasty. Many of our Daxia remnants lived here, and the Gauls were barbaric colonizers. Why can't they become famous?"

Lai Shangrong turned to Emperor Zhenglong and said: "Your Majesty! Our Daxia survivors have been operating in Annan for generations, and there are many people who have purchased properties. Nowadays, most of them are plundered by Gaulji. They have been watching the king's army in the north for many years, and the security department is dispatched. It is not only to encircle Wei and save Zhao, but also to protect our Daxia people. Property is not violated!”

As soon as he said this, the Minister of Rites fell silent.

"Hmph!" But before Emperor Zhenglong could say anything, Li Guorong snorted again: "It's taboo for military strategists to go on expeditions. Lai Shilang doesn't know military affairs, how can he make such nonsense? Besides, Qianxiang Kingdom..."

Lai Shangrong didn't wait for him to finish his words and interrupted: "Since Li Shangshu knows about Qianxiang Kingdom and King Beijing insisted on sending troops, why didn't you say anything to stop it?"

"This..." Li Guorong was suddenly speechless.

It can’t be said that it’s just a matter of watching others order the dishes!
Emperor Zhenglong waved his hand and said: "What Lai Aiqing said is true. Although they are remnants, they are also my subjects of Daxia, so we must not ignore them!

However, in recent years, the national treasury has been full, and our Daxia has abundant talents and strong soldiers and horses. There is no need to expand the security department. It is better for the Ministry of War to formulate the strategy for dispatching troops! "

This was his final word.

Lai Shangrong saw that it was impossible to do anything, and was worried about arousing the emperor's suspicion.

As everyone shouted in unison: "The Emperor's Holy Might!"

Emperor Zhenglong said with high spirits: "The troops are about to be sent out, and this year's autumn hunting has also been arranged. I will let Prince Jing hunt on my behalf, so as to show my great military fortune in Great Xia!"

The emperor is well versed in the art of balance. Recently, he has taken too much care of King Qi. Of course, he must give King Jing a hand and a bowl of water at the right time.Arranging the autumn hunt did not require Lai Shangrong's involvement, so he took the opportunity to resign.

Although the goal of expanding the security department was not achieved, Lai Shangrong only mentioned it and did not hold out much hope.

When I returned home from the office in the evening, I heard Xiangling come to report, and Ying'er asked to see her.

Xue Baochai suddenly sent someone to ask for an audience. Lai Shangrong couldn't help but think of Wang Xifeng's move to establish his authority. He didn't have time to change his official uniform, so he rushed to the side hall.

Just show your hands casually, and you will find a Ying'er who eats the marrow and knows the taste, and knows everything about the exploitation.

Seeing that it was just as expected, he ordered Ying'er to go back in advance to report the news.

Then I changed into casual clothes, had dinner, and came to the Grand View Garden.

He did not rush directly to Hengwu Garden, but came to the Jade Emperor Temple.

When Mrs. Wang saw him coming in, she hurriedly asked: "Is it Shangrong that Bao Yatou went to invite?"

Seeing Lai Shangrong nodding, he hurriedly called out to Qu: "Shang Rong, please forgive me. It's not that I mean to be biased. You also know about Girl Feng..."

Lai Shangrong held Mrs. Wang in his arms and caressed her, and said warmly: "I treat this matter as a bowl of water, how can I bear to embarrass my wife!"

When Mrs. Wang's face turned into a peach blossom and she couldn't control her emotions, he stopped and said, "In order to avoid something going wrong, I have to trouble Mrs. Wang to go to Hengwu Garden with me."

Mrs. Wang glanced at him with resentment in her eyes and had to calm down.

He did what he did last time and introduced Lai Shangrong into Xue Baochai's boudoir.

Lai Shangrong stood at the door and said without any doubt: "Ying'er, please go down first! It's fine if your wife is here to watch over you!"

This time, Ying'er had a resentful look on her face, and Mrs. Wang thought that Lai Shangrong kept saying that a bowl of water was level, and that she had stayed up all night last time. Could it be that he wanted to compensate?
I just don’t understand why he sent Ying’er away. Could it be that Bao Yatou, the fake daughter-in-law, is just like Li Wan?
Is Lai Shangrong leaving a reserve for himself?

Thinking of this, the emotions that had just been soothed rose again. He quickly closed the door and went outside Xue Baochai's boudoir to inquire about the progress inside.

Xue Baochai in the room rushed towards Lai Shangrong when he saw him.

She said softly: "I made a mistake, please punish me!"

"Oh?" Lai Shangrong knew the mistake she had made, and asked knowingly: "Please report it in detail, so I can punish her!"

"In order to see the uncle more often, I arranged for some servants to help inquire... In order to prevent the news from leaking, I had to help her cover it up, but unexpectedly it hurt the second sister's face.

However, I really don’t know that my husband will allow my second sister to take the mother-in-law as well, so I ask my husband to punish her! "

"Pop!" Lai Shangrong slapped each peach behind Xue Baochai.

"This is considered a punishment!"

Then he held Xue Baochai under his arm, turned around and glanced at the lower edge of the door. As he walked towards the door, he said with a smile: "It's my fault that my husband didn't think well. You have nothing to rely on. Today I have a bowl of water. From now on, I’m not afraid of being sidelined again!”

Having said this, she suddenly opened the door and Mrs. Wang was caught off guard and fell into Lai Shangrong's arms.

Lai Shangrong grabbed her and squatted slightly, just like Xue Baochai, and took Mrs. Wang up.

Then he raised his foot and kicked the door, only to hear 'Bang! 'The door closed tightly with a sound.

Walking tremblingly to the boudoir bed.

At this time, Mrs. Wang finally understood what Lai Shangrong's bowl of water meant.

He quietly glanced at Xue Baochai, who had a surprised look on his face. He didn't know whether it was because he was holding his breath or out of shame, but his head turned red and his face suddenly turned red.

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(End of this chapter)