Chapter 798 The Last Obstacle
Among the Jiangdong military forces, the only two who can currently take on the responsibility and be called “commanders” are Su Sheng and Zhao Cheng.

Although these two people have a good relationship with Li Yun, and currently have no motive or possibility to turn against him, the emergence of a general who has climbed up little by little from the Jiangdong Group is of great significance to the entire Jiangdong Group.

It can also eliminate some rumors and hidden dangers.

Obviously, this person is Meng Qing.

Although Meng Qing is young, he is quite calm in battle and dares to fight at critical moments. He has made many contributions in recent years. If Li Yun had not intentionally suppressed him, Meng Qing’s rank at this time might be more than this, and he might even be on par with Zhao Su.

Of course, Li Yun was very interested in such a person. He was even moved when Li Zheng mentioned to him before that he should marry his “niece” to Meng Qing.

Although this plan seems inappropriate at the moment, Meng Qing has indeed reached the age to get married, and his lord Li Yun must make proper arrangements for him so that he can lead troops on the front line without any worries.

Upon hearing this, Master Xue thought about it seriously, and then said, “During this period of time, I will walk around the city more and find a suitable one for him.”

“it is good.”

Li Yun stood up and said with a smile: “This matter is handed over to my father-in-law. My father-in-law, please pay more attention. Meng Qing has suffered a lot on the battlefield in the past few years, and has been injured a lot. He has also made many contributions. Now we have to arrange other things for him.”

Xue Song sent him off, nodded and smiled, “Don’t worry, Erlang. I’m well-known in Jinling and will definitely find someone suitable. Moreover, based on Meng Qing’s personality, every household in Jinling will probably be vying to send their daughters to his arms.”

“That’s why we have to find a suitable one.”

Li Yun had already walked to the door. He stretched and said with a smile, “I have been delayed for several hours at my father-in-law’s place. I guess many people are looking for me now. I won’t stay any longer. Please stay. You don’t have to see me off.”

Xue Song still sent Li Yun to the door of Xue’s house. After watching Li Yun get on the carriage, Master Xue put his hands behind his back, turned around and walked into the house. He ran into Madam Xue. Madam Xue looked at her husband and asked, “Is the son-in-law leaving?”

“Leave, just leave.”

Madam Xue said softly, “Master didn’t even say hello, so I should go and see him off.”

Mr. Xue said helplessly, “According to the rules, he should have said hello to you, Madam, before leaving. We are all family, there is no need to pay attention to these messy rules. Erlang is not a person who cares about things. By the way, where has Xue Gui been these days?”

“He has been traveling around Jinling with his friend these days, and only goes home after dark every day.”

At this point, Madam Xue said softly, “This child has really suffered a lot. Master, please don’t discipline him. Let him live in peace for a few days.”

“Eating hardship?”

Mr. Xue said in a muffled voice, “I don’t know how many people want to suffer the same fate as him but can’t. Now is the time to give him a proper lesson. Madam, go find someone to bring him back.”

Madam Xue frowned and was about to speak when she heard Master Xue whisper, “The Xue family will depend on Xue Shou and Xue Fang for the next twenty years. After that, it will all depend on Xue Gui.”

“Besides, he and Erlang are closer than his father and Erlang.”

Master Xue said softly: “It seems that the new dynasty is about to be established.”

Mrs. Xue then took it seriously and said softly, “Then I’ll go find someone to bring him back.”

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In the palace, Li Yun, wearing a robe, returned to the study. Not long after he returned, Queen Xue brought tea to his desk and said angrily, “I heard that my husband went to my house. Why didn’t you take me with you?”

“There are some things to do.”

Li Yun looked up at Queen Xue and said with a smile, “It’s not a particularly important matter. Besides, Madam has been busy recently, so I didn’t bother her.”

The Jiangdong small court has been established, but many things have not yet been formalized and institutionalized, such as the ranks of officials and the ranks of their wives.

At present, all of these are to continue the Zhou system, but there are many things that need to be prepared, such as the style of official uniforms and how to change the clothing of the new dynasty.

These are all things that Queen Xue needs to be busy preparing.

Xue Yuner sat opposite Li Yun, looked at Li Yun, and asked: “That family…”

Li Yun nodded and said, “He is my brother.”

Xue Yun’er said softly, “Then we should confer titles on their family. His two daughters and two sons are our nephews and nieces. We should get to know them better.”

Li Yun shook his head slightly: “This matter will not be exposed. It is enough for my husband and I to know about it. The other thing is that if his son and daughter reach the age of marriage, Madam will help to choose a better family for them.”

“For the time being, everything else remains as normal.”

Xue Yun’er was a little surprised. She looked at Li Yun, not quite understanding: “Husband, you…”

“Just do as I say.”

Li Yun looked at her and smiled softly, “Don’t worry, I will treat their family well in the future.”

Queen Xue nodded in agreement, then glanced at Li Yun and continued, “Also, the woman from Chenzhou is expected to give birth in the next few days. Would you like to go and see her, my husband?”

Speaking of this, Li Yun touched his nose, feeling a little embarrassed. To be honest, he and this woman were just one night stand, and he had forgotten what she looked like, her last name, and her name.

Thinking of this, Li Yun smiled bitterly and said, “When I’m done with these few days, I’ll take some time to go see her.”

Xue Yuner looked at Li Yun with a half-smile, then stood up and said, “Well, husband, get busy now.”

“correct.”

When she reached the door, she looked back at Li Yun and said softly, “Today, Mr. Du came to ask for an audience, but because my husband was not here, he went back.”

Li Yun stretched and said, “I know what he is going to say. I will go find him later.”

Xue Yun’er nodded then. She wanted to mention Li Yuan’s apprenticeship, but after thinking about it, she didn’t say it out loud and turned away from Li Yun’s study.

It was not until the evening that Li Yun put on his coat and went all the way to Zhongshu.

At this time, there was only one key minister in the Secretariat, Du Qian, but the number of scholars helping out here exceeded thirty, almost forty.

Most of these people were selected through imperial examinations, and they did some clerical work in the Secretariat to assist Du Qian.

After seeing Li Yun, Du Qian immediately bowed down and saluted. These people also knelt on the ground and kowtowed.

Li Yun glanced around at these scholars, then reached out and helped Du Qian up, saying with a smile: “Come on, let’s talk inside.”

The Secretariat is divided into inner and outer rooms. The outer room is where dozens of people work together, while the inner room is divided into several small rooms that serve as independent offices for key ministers.

Du Qian led Li Yun all the way into his public housing, and asked Li Yun to sit in the main seat. Then he smiled and said, “Where did you go today? I haven’t seen you all day.”

“Got to take care of some household chores.”

Li Yun motioned Du Qian to sit down and asked, “Brother Shouyi, what do you want to talk to me about?”

“It’s about some etiquette.”

Du Qian said quickly: “These things should have been implemented long ago after I ascended the throne as King of Wu, but I was too hasty at that time, and soon after I ascended the throne, I personally led an expedition, so it has been delayed until now.”

Li Yun lowered his head to drink tea and listened quietly.

Du Qian continued, “The most important thing is the court meeting.”

“A court generally has to hold court meetings, otherwise there is no such thing as a court. Even if the ruler has not yet become an emperor, he should still hold court meetings and accept the worship of all officials.”

Li Yun frowned when he heard this and asked, “How often does this court meeting take place?”

“According to the weekly system.”

“It should be once every five days.”

Li Yun waved his hand and said, “Let’s change it to the tenth day, or the fifteenth day.”

He said calmly: “This kind of grand court meeting can’t discuss anything. When there is something that needs to be discussed, I will call the relevant people to discuss it, which is much more efficient than this kind of grand court meeting.”

“Besides, this is just setting the rules. It may not be implemented in the next few years.”

Li Yun smiled and said, “I have been very busy in the past few years. When we truly unify the world in the future, it won’t be too late to think about these etiquette rules.”

Du Qian thought about it and nodded in agreement, but he hesitated for a moment and asked, “What important things will you do after you take the throne? Can you give me a hint?”

“Minister, I am so brave to make some preparations.”

“of course.”

Li Yun smiled and said, “We have come this far by supporting each other. I will not hide it from you, Brother Shouyi.”

“From now on, our focus will be in the north.”

Mr. Li said calmly: “After pacifying Hebei Province and driving out the Khitans, the world will be 80% pacified. From then on, it is just a matter of time.”

“correct.”

Li Yun looked at Du Qian and said with a smile, “The governor of Pinglu will come to our Jinling to celebrate the New Year this year.”

“He’s here to look for his grandson.”

Du Qian was stunned, then a little surprised.

“Zhou Xu?”

(End of this chapter)