From a son-in-law to a favorite of the empress

Chapter 491

The carriage finally stopped at the Zhongwu Marquis Mansion. Looking at the familiar plaque, Zhou Yuan felt like he was in a dream. He had only been away from here for half a year, but why did it feel like half a lifetime?

Perhaps his mentality was different. The one who used to be in this mansion was the Zhongwu Marquis, the favorite of the empress. Now, the one who came back here was Zhou Yuan, a time traveler who had survived the catastrophe of life and death.

"Son-in-law! Son-in-law is back! Son-in-law is still alive!"

Someone shouted loudly, almost crying with joy.

Zhou Yuan went up and kicked him, saying, "Stinky boy, why do you always report good news as if you were reporting a death."

Mingrui scratched his head, smiled, and said, "Isn't this happy? Son-in-law, please come in."

Zhou Yuan smiled and strode in.

The Zhongwu Marquis Mansion was brand new. Jianjia and Ningyue had brought more than a dozen maids and servants and hurried to greet them.

Zhou Yuan was startled, and hurriedly ran up to support Jianjia, anxiously saying: "Why did you come to greet me with a big belly? You are not a stranger. Go back to your room and rest. It's winter."

The feeling of being pampered in public makes people feel comfortable. Zhao Jianjia covered her mouth and smiled: "It's okay, husband, I'm in good health. The imperial doctor from the palace also came to help me. He said that the fetus is very healthy."

Speaking of this, she pulled Ningyue's hand and said: "Of course, sister Ningyue also contributed. Her medicinal food is really nourishing and delicious."

Zhou Yuan looked at Ningyue and blinked: "So, I have a good meal tonight?"

Ningyue smiled and said: "Of course, I have already started to cook. It will be delicious at night."

"That's great! Let's go and see what changes have taken place in our mansion!"

Zhou Yuan took the hands of the two girls and strode inside.

Xue Ningyue said, "In August, our mansion was raided, but after the Queen returned to Beijing, she helped us repair it and restored it to its original state."

"And she also sent a lot of things, including rare treasures, rare flowers and stones. Now our Zhongwu Marquis Mansion has become a real mansion with a big gate."

Zhou Yuan nodded and said, "Her Majesty is still loyal enough to help me redress my injustice. These are what she should do."

"As for Mingrui, ask her to invite Xiong Kuohai's family, Lord Wangwang, and Princess Bishui."

"We are back in Beijing, and we still have to meet old friends!"

Everyone got busy, preparing meals and inviting people.

Only Zhou Yuan, Zhao Jianjia, and Xue Ningyue were left to talk to each other.

"I like sour food."

Zhao Jianjia had a gentle expression, holding Zhou Yuan's hand, and whispered: "My mother wrote to me saying that those who like sour food may be pregnant with a boy. My husband, if it is really a boy, it would be great, and the Zhou family will have an heir."

Zhou Yuan laughed and said: "What are you saying? If you give birth to a girl, will you not be my descendant? Jianjia, don't worry about it. Whether it is a boy or a girl, your husband likes it."

Ningyue hurriedly said: "Brother Zhou, I also want to... want to have a baby!"

Zhou Yuan was stunned, and then said: "Okay! Brother Zhou, please work harder and serve you well at night."

Ningyue said: "That's not what I mean. I just want a child. Sister Jianjia already has one, and I also want to give birth to a son for Brother Zhou."

Soon, Xiong Kuohai and Lord Wangwang also came, both with their families, and the Zhongwu Marquis's Mansion became lively.

Sister Xiong and Sister Wang took care of Jianjia and taught her about pregnancy. The children of Old Xiong and Old Wang were playing happily in the yard.

Zhou Yuan patted Xiong Kuohai on the shoulder and said with a smile: "You have lost weight, Lord Xiong. You had so much fat on your body before, but now you feel like you have lost at least a few dozen pounds!"

Xiong Kuohai smiled bitterly and said: "Don't be envious. I suffered a lot in the imperial prison. When I came out, I looked like neither a human nor a ghost. It took me a lot of effort to recover. It's good to look like this today."

Zhou Yuan nodded and said: "Let's go, let's take a walk in the yard. It is said that there are beautiful transplanted fir trees in the backyard."

The three old friends have become allies since Lin'an Prefecture. Now that they are together, they naturally have a lot to say.

First, they talked about trivial matters and then slowly got on the right track.

"After returning to Beijing, your majesty eliminated all the forces of Prince Fu. Jinyiwei Qiu Ying and Xiao Que were secretly executed, and the two were directly exterminated."

"All the officials who followed Prince Fu were exterminated, all by the inner court."

"On the one hand, it eliminated the opponents, and on the other hand, it also deterred those forces who supported your majesty under the pressure of the situation."

"The current situation of the court of the Great Jin Dynasty can be described as the world is peaceful, because no one can oppose your majesty anymore, and your majesty has mastered all the resources."

Speaking of this, Xiong Kuohai smiled and said: "Now in the morning court, evenThe cabinet didn't dare to speak much. "

Zhou Yuan narrowed his eyes and said, "But we also have to congratulate Lord Xiong for becoming the third-rank Jinyiwei Commander-in-Chief. The ideal you talked about in Lin'an Prefecture has now been achieved."

He looked at Wang Ang again and smiled, "Lord Wang, now you are the Northern Pacification Envoy, which is unexpected, right?"

Wang Ang shook his head and smiled, "It's nothing more than one person's success, and all the chickens and dogs are promoted. We are also dragging your great fortune."

Xiong Kuohai said in a deep voice, "At that time, I was in Jinling, and I dreamed of becoming the commander-in-chief and the head of the Jinyiwei."

"Now I know what it means to accompany the emperor like a tiger. To be honest, if there is a choice, I would rather change with Ye Mian. This old fox is really shrewd."

"A person is free and easy in the south, and no matter how big the changes in the court are, they will not affect him."

Zhou Yuan smiled and said, "It seems that this storm has a heavy impact on the two of you. You have been promoted, but your will has become much more depressed. "

Xiong Kuohai looked around and said in a low voice: "Doesn't Lord Zhou feel chilled? The great hero who recovered the Central Plains and the great hero who won the peace talks in Tianjin was betrayed and became a wanted criminal. He almost died on the way to escape, and his family almost suffered. "

Lord Wang Ang said hurriedly: "Old Xiong, be careful with your words!"

Zhou Yuan still smiled, and then slowly said: "Old Xiong, Lord Wang asked you to be careful with your words. You can't say it out loud to hurt us even if you are angry!"

He walked to the stone table under the tree, sat down, and then said softly: "We are the ministers of the Great Jin Dynasty and the favorites of the Holy King. For the overall situation of the court, what's wrong with making a little sacrifice?"

"Aren't you all promoted and honored now? There will always be rewards for your efforts. "

"Besides, the situation in Dajin is so difficult, who would have the mood to think about living with the emperor like living with a tiger? I still trust Her Majesty the Queen. She has been very kind to me. If it weren't for her, I would still be a son-in-law now."

Xiong Kuohai couldn't help laughing and said, "Lord Zhou is still open-minded. We still need to learn more from his broad mind."

Zhou Yuan smiled and said, "Don't say those discouraging words. I may have to go to war in a few days. Let's get drunk tonight!"

"Okay! Let's get drunk!"

The three of them put their shoulders together and came to the front yard dining room and started eating and drinking.