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| Rebirth: Back to Zero Author: 祎庭沫瞳 (Yi Ting Mo Tong) |
Chapter
12 Quelling the Rumours (Part 1/3)
Count
Wangyang threw a sumptuous dinner banquet for Jun Lixuan and Ling Qiyang. Ling
Qiyang's Father and Aunt Zhou, who was never invited to family banquets, were
also present throughout the meal. While the Madam Ling's sour face lasted throughout
the night, she did not dare to go against Jun Lixuan's wishes.
Ling
Qiyang 's eldest brother, Ling Hongzhi, had also returned to the Mansion by
dinner time. Hearing that Ling Qiyang was back, he hurried over without even
changing out of his court official's robes. From his enthusiastic response, his
care for Ling Qiyang was evident. Throughout the night, Ling Hongzhi asked
about Ling Qiyang's current situation. He attended court meetings daily, and he
had learnt some snippets of the couple's life. However, it was always better to
hear from Ling Qiyang directly.
The
positive changes on Ling Qiyang lifted a massive load of worries lifted off his
shoulders. Not only did he not get thinner, but his face was much rosier, and
his smile more expansive than before. Ling Qiyang introduced him to Jun Lixuan.
Amongst the officials, Jun Lixuan was known to be notoriously difficult to get
acquainted with. In the past, Ling Hongzhi wanted to meet His Royal Highness
Ling but never had the opportunity. Fortunately, the chance had arrived with Ling
Qiyang's marriage. Seeing
the kind and loving brotherly reception from Ling Hongzhi, Jun Lixuan was
pleased and softened his attitude.
During
the dinner, Ling Hongzhi took advantage of the toast and secretly said to Ling
Qiyang, "Today the Emperor called me for a meeting. It's regarding the
Tamar tribe in the north, do you know about it?"
"I
have heard a little bit, but I don't know the details." Ling Qiyang
concealed part of his knowledge, protecting Jun Lixuan. Sometimes, only tightly
sealed lips could make a secret truly unknown to others.
"Your
Highness told you?" Ling Hongzhi asked.
Ling
Qiyang nodded, "The Emperor is furious, it's hard to be a prince and not
learn of it."
"Right?"
Not to mention the princes, even the court officials must always pay attention
to the Emperor's moods. The Emperor was as much a monarch as he was a danger.
Only by watching his reactions and speaking cautiously could the officials keep
peace within the court.
"The
Emperor is still fuming?" Ling Qiyang chose not to ask about the Emperor's
words directly. Instead, he beat around the bush.
"Well,
his anger is still boiling. Today, Concubine Ying knelt outside and begged to
see the Emperor all afternoon. However, the Emperor did not even bat an eye.
Since he has summoned many military officials this time, it seems that he is
not ready to deploy the princes again." Ling Hongzhi presented his
speculations without holding back.
"This
time, the Eldest Prince not only lost the hearts of the people but also the
hearts of the soldiers. If another prince is deployed, everyone will be
dissatisfied. They will think that the princes fail to understand the people's
hardships and are ignoring their needs. Undoubtedly, people worry that the
disaster will reoccur. Therefore, it is more appropriate to send a capable
general this time around." Ling Qiyang whispered.
"Intelligent
analysis, Brother." Ling Hongzhi nodded with a smile.
"Elder
brother trusts me enough to share your ideas with me. I'm glad." Ling
Qiyang smiled. He understood that Ling Hongzhi told him these things because
his father was so clever and would probably realise this sooner or later.
Secondly, most of the strategic warfare that Ling Hongzhi learned, in addition
to what his teacher taught, were partially taught by Ling Qiyang's Father.
Coincidentally, it was the latter's teachings that took him to where he is
today. In front of the one he learnt from, there was no need to hide anything.
"Looking
at this situation, the Emperor's rage will not soothe until the chaos in the
north is subdued." Ling Hongzhi sighed.
"If
the eldest brother is going outfield, please be careful. Forgive me as I may
not be able to send you off." Although Jun Lixuan did not restrict his
freedom, it was still difficult for him to go out like the past.
"I
understand. I told you this to give you peace of mind. Your Highness should
note deployed for the time being. You can kinder your love and rest easy."
Ling Hongzhi winked and nudged him jokingly.
Ling
Hongzhi was six years elder than Ling Qiyang. He was a handsome and polite man,
with a refined scholarly temperament on him. So much so that it was sometimes
difficult for others to see him as a military commander.
"Thank
you, Elder brother. I will send someone to bring some good injury medicine for
you, just in case." Ling Qiyang said.
"I
will gladly take up your offer." Ling Hongzhi smiled and patted Ling
Qiyang on the shoulder then returned to his position.
The family banquet felt longer than it actually was and ended somewhat happily...
After
the meal, Ling Qiyang and his father went back to the house for tea, while Jun
Lixuan went with Ling Hongzhi.
Halfway
through their chat, Ming Li smiled and walked in." Prince Consort, Your
Highness said that the road at night is tough to navigate; hence we will be
staying overnight at Count Wangyang Mansion. He said that you can slowly chat
with Concubine Yue. Count Wangyang has already gotten people to clean up your
room for Your Highness and you to use. YourHighness also mentioned that if it's
too late at night, you can simply rest here at Concubine Yue's chambers."
Upon
hearing Ming Li's words, Ling Qiyang fell speechless for a while. Jun Lixuan's
understanding and thoughtfulness touched his heart. At the same time, he felt
guilty. All of today, he had put his full attention on his father and left Jun
Lixuan was wholly ignored.
"Go
and tell him, I will go back to the room later." Ling Qiyang said.
"Yes,
I will do so now." Ming Li retired with a smile.
Ling
Qiyang's Father drank tea and chuckled softly, "Your Highness is very
thoughtful."
Ling
Qiyang laughed but said nothing ...
When
Jun Lixuan returned to the yard, night had fallen. The yard was quiet and
elegant, no unnecessary personnel were employed.
At this
time, Ling Qiyang was still chatting with his father in the main house, but Jun
Lixuan did not bother them. He went to Ling Qiyang's room, but just two steps
out before the door, his feet halted.
Chapter
12 Quelling the Rumours (Part 1/3)
Count
Wangyang threw a sumptuous dinner banquet for Jun Lixuan and Ling Qiyang. Ling
Qiyang's Father and Aunt Zhou, who was never invited to family banquets, were
also present throughout the meal. While the Madam Ling's sour face lasted throughout
the night, she did not dare to go against Jun Lixuan's wishes.
Ling Qiyang 's eldest brother, Ling Hongzhi, had also returned to the Mansion by dinner time. Hearing that Ling Qiyang was back, he hurried over without even changing out of his court official's robes. From his enthusiastic response, his care for Ling Qiyang was evident. Throughout the night, Ling Hongzhi asked about Ling Qiyang's current situation. He attended court meetings daily, and he had learnt some snippets of the couple's life. However, it was always better to hear from Ling Qiyang directly.
Ling Qiyang 's eldest brother, Ling Hongzhi, had also returned to the Mansion by dinner time. Hearing that Ling Qiyang was back, he hurried over without even changing out of his court official's robes. From his enthusiastic response, his care for Ling Qiyang was evident. Throughout the night, Ling Hongzhi asked about Ling Qiyang's current situation. He attended court meetings daily, and he had learnt some snippets of the couple's life. However, it was always better to hear from Ling Qiyang directly.
The positive changes on Ling Qiyang lifted a massive load of worries lifted off his shoulders. Not only did he not get thinner, but his face was much rosier, and his smile more expansive than before. Ling Qiyang introduced him to Jun Lixuan. Amongst the officials, Jun Lixuan was known to be notoriously difficult to get acquainted with. In the past, Ling Hongzhi wanted to meet His Royal Highness Ling but never had the opportunity. Fortunately, the chance had arrived with Ling Qiyang's marriage. Seeing the kind and loving brotherly reception from Ling Hongzhi, Jun Lixuan was pleased and softened his attitude.
During the dinner, Ling Hongzhi took advantage of the toast and secretly said to Ling Qiyang, "Today the Emperor called me for a meeting. It's regarding the Tamar tribe in the north, do you know about it?"
"I have heard a little bit, but I don't know the details." Ling Qiyang concealed part of his knowledge, protecting Jun Lixuan. Sometimes, only tightly sealed lips could make a secret truly unknown to others.
"Your Highness told you?" Ling Hongzhi asked.
Ling Qiyang nodded, "The Emperor is furious, it's hard to be a prince and not learn of it."
"Right?" Not to mention the princes, even the court officials must always pay attention to the Emperor's moods. The Emperor was as much a monarch as he was a danger. Only by watching his reactions and speaking cautiously could the officials keep peace within the court.
"The Emperor is still fuming?" Ling Qiyang chose not to ask about the Emperor's words directly. Instead, he beat around the bush.
"Well, his anger is still boiling. Today, Concubine Ying knelt outside and begged to see the Emperor all afternoon. However, the Emperor did not even bat an eye. Since he has summoned many military officials this time, it seems that he is not ready to deploy the princes again." Ling Hongzhi presented his speculations without holding back.
"This time, the Eldest Prince not only lost the hearts of the people but also the hearts of the soldiers. If another prince is deployed, everyone will be dissatisfied. They will think that the princes fail to understand the people's hardships and are ignoring their needs. Undoubtedly, people worry that the disaster will reoccur. Therefore, it is more appropriate to send a capable general this time around." Ling Qiyang whispered.
"Intelligent analysis, Brother." Ling Hongzhi nodded with a smile.
"Elder brother trusts me enough to share your ideas with me. I'm glad." Ling Qiyang smiled. He understood that Ling Hongzhi told him these things because his father was so clever and would probably realise this sooner or later. Secondly, most of the strategic warfare that Ling Hongzhi learned, in addition to what his teacher taught, were partially taught by Ling Qiyang's Father. Coincidentally, it was the latter's teachings that took him to where he is today. In front of the one he learnt from, there was no need to hide anything.
"Looking at this situation, the Emperor's rage will not soothe until the chaos in the north is subdued." Ling Hongzhi sighed.
"If the eldest brother is going outfield, please be careful. Forgive me as I may not be able to send you off." Although Jun Lixuan did not restrict his freedom, it was still difficult for him to go out like the past.
"I
understand. I told you this to give you peace of mind. Your Highness should
note deployed for the time being. You can kinder your love and rest easy."
Ling Hongzhi winked and nudged him jokingly.
Ling Hongzhi was six years elder than Ling Qiyang. He was a handsome and polite man, with a refined scholarly temperament on him. So much so that it was sometimes difficult for others to see him as a military commander.
Ling Hongzhi was six years elder than Ling Qiyang. He was a handsome and polite man, with a refined scholarly temperament on him. So much so that it was sometimes difficult for others to see him as a military commander.
"Thank you, Elder brother. I will send someone to bring some good injury medicine for you, just in case." Ling Qiyang said.
"I will gladly take up your offer." Ling Hongzhi smiled and patted Ling Qiyang on the shoulder then returned to his position.
The family banquet felt longer than it actually was and ended somewhat happily...
After the meal, Ling Qiyang and his father went back to the house for tea, while Jun Lixuan went with Ling Hongzhi.
Halfway through their chat, Ming Li smiled and walked in." Prince Consort, Your Highness said that the road at night is tough to navigate; hence we will be staying overnight at Count Wangyang Mansion. He said that you can slowly chat with Concubine Yue. Count Wangyang has already gotten people to clean up your room for Your Highness and you to use. YourHighness also mentioned that if it's too late at night, you can simply rest here at Concubine Yue's chambers."
Upon hearing Ming Li's words, Ling Qiyang fell speechless for a while. Jun Lixuan's understanding and thoughtfulness touched his heart. At the same time, he felt guilty. All of today, he had put his full attention on his father and left Jun Lixuan was wholly ignored.
"Go and tell him, I will go back to the room later." Ling Qiyang said.
"Yes, I will do so now." Ming Li retired with a smile.
Ling Qiyang's Father drank tea and chuckled softly, "Your Highness is very thoughtful."
Ling Qiyang laughed but said nothing ...
When Jun Lixuan returned to the yard, night had fallen. The yard was quiet and elegant, no unnecessary personnel were employed.
At this time, Ling Qiyang was still chatting with his father in the main house, but Jun Lixuan did not bother them. He went to Ling Qiyang's room, but just two steps out before the door, his feet halted.
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Translator's Notes:
Very exciting development up ahead! Read till the end!
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