Chapter 262: Great Victory - Rebirth of the Noble Daughter

 Chapter 262: Great Victory

The Ninth Prince didn’t explicitly say it, but the meaning was clear. Since the commander and general had relinquished their achievements, the soldiers shouldn’t feel disheartened.

Especially those who had fought valiantly in Liangzhou against the Northern Di— the Ninth Prince would surely reward them handsomelay.

“General Su, rest assured. After discussing with General Xiao, send the list directly to the Ministry of War. Promotions should be given to those who deserve it, and compensation to those who should receive it. They must be properly honored.”

“Your Highness, you are wise!”

General Su spoke sincerely.

“However, the bridge construction must proceed swiftly. I must also go and see how Liangzhou City is recovering. Is it progressing according to my original plans?”

He spoke with a face full of shamelessness, skillfully taking advantage of the situation.

But now that the crisis in Liangzhou City and General Xiao’s issues were resolved, there was no need to rush the bridge construction. He calmly responded, “Yes!”

After more than ten days of urgent conveyance, the report finally reached the Eastern Capital.

News of the annihilation of the Northern Di army quickly spread to the palace and the powerful, with everyone extolling the Ninth Prince to the heavens, almost deifying him as a god of war.

Few connected the achievements with General Xiao and his nephew, let alone General Su.

In the palace, inside the Huan Zhang Hall, Consort Wei was exceedingly pleased.

Watching eunuch Wang bring in box after box of rewards from the Emperor, she hadn’t felt such honor in a long time.

It wasn’t until the hall and corridor were both overflowing with rewards that Wang Gonggong said, “Your Ladyship, the Emperor’s rewards have all been delivered. I congratulate the Ninth Prince on his behalf. I’m sure there will be further commendations upon his return.”

“Wang Gonggong, you flatter me. Yunli’s achievements are for our Great Jin. This honor is also due to the Emperor’s blessings.”

Wang Gonggong smiled. At times like these, no amount of flattery was too much. He offered a few more compliments, and Consort Wei’s smile grew even wider.

Soon, the voices of the Concubine Zhen and others could be heard. The news had spread quickly among the palace ladies, and they came to join the celebration.

“Congratulations, Consort Wei! The Ninth Prince’s great achievements make him the god of war for our Great Jin!”

“Indeed! Consort Wei’s nurturing must be exceptional. We hope you continue to take care of us sisters in the future.”

Every comment either praised Consort Wei or congratulated the Ninth Prince, also complimenting the Wei family’s achievements.

The praises were so extravagant that they seemed to reach the heavens.

Consort Wei couldn’t stop smiling.

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The bustling atmosphere in Huan Zhang Hall left Consort Shu, who had come to visit the Crown Prince, as well as Consort Xian, the Empress, and the Princess of Kexin, feeling somewhat uncomfortable.

Especially the Princess of Kexin!

She was about to hold a celebration for the Crown Prince’s hundred-day feast, and with everyone’s attention focused on the Chang Le Palace, it was surprising how quickly the victory news overshadowed their event.

The faces of those present were not pleasant!

The Empress worried that when the victorious Ninth Prince returned to the Eastern Capital, he might be promoted to a prince, making him even harder to deal with.

The thought gave her a headache, and she had no interest in making small talk.

Consort Xian remained as reserved as ever.

In the palace, she neither had the status of the Empress nor the favor of the Crown Prince, and she was even less favored compared to Consort Shu, who had recently entered the palace.

In such an awkward situation, it was better to remain silent.

Instead, Consort Shu, perhaps sensing a shift in favor, displayed an air of disdain.

“Consort Wei is now in high spirits, but I wonder if this glory will last!”

The jealousy in her words caused Consort Xian to frown.

Saying such things at this time, didn’t she fear the Wei family’s retaliation?

The Empress, however, was indifferent and noted Consort Shu’s comments. She put on a pretentious smile and said to Consort Shu, “We are all sisters here. Consort Shu should avoid making reckless remarks!”

“Yes, Empress.”

Feigning loyalty, both the Empress and Consort Shu played their parts well. At this moment, they were united in their opposition to Consort Wei.

After chatting briefly, the Empress said she needed to rest.

Both Consort Liu and Consort Shu, understanding that the Empress and her daughter-in-law needed to discuss private matters, took their leave.

Once they were gone, the Princess of Kexin could no longer maintain her composure.

After the attendants had left, she hurriedly said, “Mother, if the Ninth Prince returns successfully, wouldn’t that be an overwhelming achievement? Prince Ding, back in the day, was celebrated as a god of war. If he… I shudder to think.”

Some things need not be explicitly stated; everyone understood.

Prince Ding's reputation after his southern conquest was formidable.

Had he rallied his supporters back then, it’s likely that the current Emperor would not be sitting on the throne.

Thinking of such a formidable public reputation made the Empress uneasy. However, since they were currently in the limelight, any premature actions could backfire.

So, suppressing her worries, she said to the Princess of Kexin, “Focus on preparing Yong Cong’s hundred-day feast. As for the rest, I’ll think of a solution.”

Seeing the Empress’s composed demeanor, the Princess’s fears gradually subsided.

Their struggle with the Wei family’s Ninth Prince had reached a point of no return. If they couldn’t suppress him, they would only end up being overrun.

No one wanted to be the losing side, so everyone was giving their all.

After comforting the Princess of Kexin, the Empress began inquiring about the situation regarding the Princess of Qianling from Zhongzhou.

She hadn’t missed the Emperor’s fleeting expression last time. Though it was just a moment, years of marriage allowed her to read his thoughts.

Since he had planted seeds of doubt in his heart, she would help bury those seeds even deeper.

Meanwhile, Emperor Qi began to become wary of his son, just as the Empress had anticipated.

“With military achievements and a powerful maternal family, his position among the princes is high. Isn’t he just like the seventeenth prince of the past?”

Emperor Qi thought to himself.

He involuntarily recalled many past events.

Had it not been for the Empress sacrificing her life to help him secure the position of Crown Prince, he would probably be just an insignificant royal brother on a fief today, not enjoying the current majestic presence.

People are like that; once they have obtained something, it’s hard to let go.

Thinking of these things, the balance in his heart began to tilt.