Tibet

In the past two days, the regent's palace was busy. Taiwei gave birth to a boy, and another pregnant woman, Shen Zhenzhen, also showed signs of labor.

Several midwives and imperial doctors were busy taking care of Shen Zhenzhu.

Shen Zhenzhen's life in the Regent's Palace was an open secret in the court, but it did not cause any disturbance.

A very important reason is that Shen Pearl is not the first wife of Prince Li Yu. Li Yu's first wife is Cui, the daughter of a Korean lady.

Although Shen Zhenzhu was later named a princess, her nature was still different. After all, she was a concubine.

Historically, Shen Zhenzhu's status was due to her son Tang Dezong. Now Li Shi was assassinated and died early, and he did not become the emperor's grandson, so neither Zongzheng Temple nor the court officials took her seriously.

This is also the reason why Shen Zhenzhu was not well received when she returned to her parents' home.

The person who really had the greatest influence was Yang Yuhuan, so people who knew the details were careful not to leak anything.

In Wangxian Tower, Dugu Xinyue was chatting with Yang Yuhuan. They had just received a letter from home, and her husband was already on his way back to Chang'an, making the whole family full of expectations.

"Sister, I think you should not escape, but find ways to adapt. It is inevitable that your husband will rise to the top. When he reaches his position, he no longer represents personal interests, but the interests of countless people."

Dugu Xinyue sighed, "I know this path is inevitable, and I have no intention of escaping. It's just that I don't want to take this path in my heart."

Yang Yuhuan took a sip of tea, pursed her lips and smiled: "Then what are you worried about, eldest sister? You are a married couple, are you worried that he will abandon you?"

"That's not true. I just have an inexplicable trouble that I can't explain. Hey! I can't explain it clearly. Maybe I'm a little worried that the Dugu family is too powerful and doesn't know how to advance or retreat. It will cause me endless troubles."

Yang Yuhuan was silent for a moment and said: "There is something I shouldn't say, but I think about it and tell you. My husband told me about the Dugu family."

"What are you talking about? Tell me quickly!"

"Probably last year! One night when he was chatting with me, he mentioned overseas and the West. He said that the territory outside was too big for the court to take care of. He was considering establishing vassal states and letting some wealthy and powerful families out to build them. When he gave examples of vassal states, the first one was the Dugu family. "

"ah!"

Dugu Xinyue was shocked, "Did your husband really say that?"

Yang Yuhuan nodded and hurriedly explained: "Sister, please don't worry too much. He said this to me because I have neither a natal family nor any heirs, so he has no scruples."

Dugu Xinyue took Yang Yuhuan's hand and smiled and said: "I won't be too worried. Sometimes I can't ask for more pampering from my husband. As you said yourself, you have no natal family and no heirs. What should I worry about? "

After a pause, Dugu Xinyue smiled again and said: "Actually, I also envy you. Although you are much older than me, we stand together like sisters. Your skin is even more delicate than mine, and your appearance, Hey! Even if I’m tempted, let’s not talk about men.”

"Sister, you are joking!"

The two chatted and laughed for a while, then covered up the affairs of the Dugu family.

At this time, a maid said at the door: "Mrs. Qi, Xiangguo Wei wants to see you. Waiting in Qingfeng Hall!"

Dugu Xinyue nodded and smiled at Yang Yuhuan: "I'll go first and we'll talk later!"

She got up and went out. Qingfeng Hall is located in the main building of Qinzhengwu. It is the place where the princess temporarily receives ministers. You need to take a light carriage to go there.

In the carriage, Dugu Xinyue was still thinking about the secret Yuhuan had revealed to her. Did her husband really want to divide the vassal states?

This was a big deal, and she would tell her father if she had the chance, so that the family could prepare in advance.

The carriage slowly stopped at Qingfeng Hall. Several maids helped the princess down and walked into the lobby. Wei Jiansu quickly stepped forward and saluted.

Dugu Xinyue smiled and said: "It's such a hot day, but I have to ask Wei Xiangguo to go there in person. Just send one of his men to deliver it."

"Today's report is somewhat important. If the princess has any questions, you can always ask me."

With that said, Wei Jiansu presented a memorial to Dugu Xinyue. He was shocked when he read the title, "Preliminary Qualifications for the New Emperor of the Tang Dynasty".

After all, Dugu Xinyue had handled official affairs for her husband for several months, and she gradually calmed down. She looked at the content, put it aside and said with a smile: "The regent is already on his way back, so it is better to let such an important news go." Come and see him!”

Wei Jiansu was overjoyed, "Is His Highness coming back?"

Dugu Xinyue nodded, "When I received the letter from home, His Highness was already in Taiyuan, and he is probably about to enter Guanzhong now."

Wei Jiansu stood up and said: "Then I will leave this memorial here for now and wait until His Highness comes back. I will resign from my humble position!"

Wei Jiansu bowed and left.

Dugu Xinyue read the five principles carefully again. She frowned slightly. Was Wei Jiansu confused today? He actually asked himself to approve such a major matter. Could it be that he was too eager and wanted to get the matter done before her husband came back?

She really couldn't figure it out and could only wait until her husband came back before asking.

In the morning, a fishing boat was fishing on the Wei River outside Xianyang as usual. The two fishermen were a father and son. The father's name was Sun Xiaolu. He was a farmer near Xianyang and made a living by farming and fishing. His son was his eldest son. At the age of 18, I started fishing with him last year, and my survival skills have been passed down from generation to generation.

Sun Xiaolu threw the net in. He felt that the net should be harvested, but when he closed the net, he couldn't pull it.

"Dalang, come and help me!" Sun Xiaolu shouted anxiously.

Sun Dalang jumped over and asked, "Dad, what's wrong?"

"I don't know what I caught. It's very heavy. You and I can pull it together!"

The father and son worked together to pull the fishing net, but they still couldn't pull it. Sun Xiaolu was a little anxious. He just bought this fishing net, so don't break it!

"You hold the net, I'll go down and take a look."

"Dad, don't go! What if it's some kind of water monster?"

"That's nonsense! It's not a water monster, it's probably a big rock that has the fishing net wrapped around it. I have to go down and untie it."

Sun Xiaolu took off his coat and plunged into the water. Sun Dalang stared at the water with fear. He was afraid that there was a water monster below and swallowed his father in one gulp.

Suddenly, Sun Xiaolu emerged from the water and shouted: "It's terrible, go back and call someone for help, get the rope!"

The news of the treasure found in the Wei River caused a sensation throughout Xianyang. Hundreds of thousands of people in the city rushed to the Wei River to watch the excitement. County Magistrate Wang hurried to the Wei River with dozens of policemen and government officials.

He saw something dark and huge lying on the shore. He quickly led the government servant down.

A group of people were watching Jubao, and suddenly someone shouted, "The County Lord is here!"

Everyone moved out of the way, and Magistrate Wang walked forward with his men. Only then did he see the object clearly, and he was shocked. It turned out to be a large bronze cauldron, weighing at least several thousand kilograms.

Magistrate Wang was a Jinshi, and he knew that this was an extraordinary thing. Although it was covered with mud, the system was very simple. It looked like an ancient heavy weapon, and there seemed to be inscriptions on it. It should have been cast by an ancient emperor.

"Who dug this?" Magistrate Wang asked.

Sun Xiaolu hurriedly stepped forward and said: "Qi County Lord, I accidentally discovered it while fishing."

"I will reward you with ten coins. Now the cauldron has been taken over by the government!"

He ordered those around him, "Cover it with oilcloth and go and notify Chang'an immediately."