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By September, Qin Feng could no longer endure the absurd court, filled with so many incompetent fools like the High Official. It was enough; he resigned and returned to his hometown.
He did not return to Tokyo City’s Qin Residence but went back to his old home in Jiankang Jiangning, where his old parents were still waiting for him!
For months, he had advised the emperor dozens of times, only to be obstructed by the Peace Faction, nearly losing his position, and the emperor had not heeded his advice.
Feeling disheartened, how could such a ridiculous court not perish?
The emperor had become even more foolish, mostly believing the fallacies of the Peace Faction, wavering between war and peace. Several attempts to rescue Taiyuan had failed, resulting in heavy losses!
In May of Jingkang, Zhong Shizhong led thirty thousand elite troops to fight near Taiyuan. They won several battles, inflicting a crushing defeat on the Jin Army and forcing them to flee in disarray!
However, due to underestimating the enemy, the army found itself in an unfavorable position and was surrounded by a large number of Jin troops. Still, they managed to repel the Jin forces with a record of three victories out of five battles.
They received orders from the Privy Council, mistakenly believing that the main force of the Jin troops had been defeated. They commanded him to pursue them swiftly and annihilate Zhan Han's forces!
Multiple urgent military orders came from the court, instructing Zhong Shizhong to advance quickly while generals like Yao Gu were ordered to attack from different routes. However, Yao Gu and others were only concerned with preserving their strength and fearing for their lives; they did not advance as planned.
Zhong Shizhong's army was surrounded by Jin troops, with over ninety percent of the soldiers perishing. Zhong Shizhong also died in battle, severely wounded and bleeding profusely.
In May, Right Chancellor Li Gang was also marginalized by members of the Peace Faction and was driven out of the capital.
On the surface, he was appointed as Hebei Hedong Pacification Commissioner with orders to rescue Taiyuan and repel the Jin troops.
However, he faced obstruction and slander from the Peace Faction members; as a result, the position of Hebei Hedong Pacification Commissioner became ineffective and powerless to effectively rescue Taiyuan.
After struggling for several months, Lord Li Gang felt disheartened as well and submitted his resignation to the emperor, voluntarily relinquishing his position as pacification commissioner.
Minister of Rites and Left Chancellor Wu Min, Deputy Minister Geng Nanzhong, Zhongshu Shilang Tang Ke, along with a large number of Peace Faction members were causing chaos in court affairs—corruption and incompetence prevailed.
Under the pretext of "abusing power and wasting resources," they once again slandered Lord Li Gang, demoting him first to Jianchangjun (Nancheng in Jiangxi) for placement before further demoting him to Fengjie—suffering greatly!
Qin Feng resigned in late September after enduring months of exclusion by the useless members of the Peace Faction; he had long viewed them with disdain.
During these months, he remained Deputy Commander of the Cavalry without any promotion despite Lord Li Gang’s kind words.
Taking over as the Deputy Commander of the Cavalry, the head of the Cavalry is a civil official named Wu Neng, who lives up to his name as a complete waste, needing assistance even to ride a horse.
The Right Chancellor Wu Min's relative, Lord Li Gang, was removed from his position as Chancellor and reassigned as the Hebei Hedong Pacification Commissioner. Wu Min was then promoted to Minister of Rites, gaining more power, and the Peace Faction became even more arrogant.
At that time, when I submitted my resignation to him, Wu Neng didn't even glance at it and immediately slammed the table in agreement, looking very pleased. After several months of hardship, I finally managed to get rid of him.
Qin Feng also left the Cavalry Command Office without looking back, but his heart ached deeply.
In such a vast court, it was ridiculous that there was no place for loyal ministers.
After rushing for quite some time, I was finally nearing my hometown of Jian Kang, not far from Jiankang City.
The matters concerning Lord Li Gang—being forced to resign and reassigned to the Yongchang Army—were all things I heard along the way; the common people were also very saddened by it.
Qin Feng lowered the curtain of the carriage and felt that the south was much better than the north; it was more prosperous and lively, with far fewer refugees!
Not seeing any signs of war was truly wonderful; perhaps I could finally live a stable and happy life from now on.
The Tokyo Qin Mansion had already closed its doors. Most of the servants and maids had dispersed after receiving silver to return to their hometowns, while a few remained with me.
The steward Afu, two male servants, and two delicate maids sat in another carriage.
In another cavalry unit were Qin Feng, along with his primary wife Xi Yue and Xiao Xiao, who were both several months pregnant, sitting in the carriage with their prominent bellies.
Wang Ding's daughter Wang Man was also stunningly beautiful, like a fish that sinks or a flower that shames the moon. She had come along to Jian Kang for fun, and along the way, there were flirtatious glances exchanged that made Qin Feng feel somewhat restless.
Her father Wang Ding surprisingly seemed at ease with his daughter traveling so far; I wondered if he intended to entrust her to me.
Qin Feng believed that the Great Song under Emperor Qin would inevitably perish; after decades of incompetent officials in power, it was beyond saving—whatever happens now is fine by me.
He also informed some friends and colleagues to leave Tokyo City quickly; it would soon be occupied and turned into a living hell.
Wang Ding had also passed away, leading to an intriguing scene where his daughter left with me.
On the carriage, there was also a woman, his Yun'er. Although she was not tall, her skin was fair, and she had a somewhat delicate and alluring appearance.
She resembled the shy women of ancient traditions and reminded him of a high school classmate he had not seen since. Upon arriving in this era, she was the first woman he embraced, and it felt different.
Yun'er, delicate and graceful, was well-behaved and responsible for taking care of his Primary Wife. She was quite suitable but also evoked a sense of regret.
His Primary Wife, Xi Yue, wore a red long shirt. Her complexion was pale but had a rosy hue, resembling an exquisite mature woman, which made her very attractive.
Although she was several months pregnant, her enchanting charm could not be concealed.
She said, "Husband, you've sighed all the way here. Since you don't want to be an official, then don't be one. Just be happy; we can live a stable and happy life as a family."
"Now that we are about to meet the in-laws, you should be more cheerful and not frown."
Qin Feng initially wanted to cut ties completely but couldn't bear it. Knowing the course of history, how could he bear to do so?
He looked at his Primary Wife with affection; she remained as charming as ever and was carrying his child. He laughed heartily.
He said, "What my Primary Wife says makes sense. Then I will listen to my Primary Wife; we will live a happy and joyful life together."
His wife Xiao Xiao also had a fair complexion and a gentle charm.
She said, "Husband, my sister is right. Since you are tired of the officialdom and feel powerless, don't think about it anymore. Let's go back to Jian Kang's hometown and live a stable and happy life for the rest of our days."
She leaned her delicate body against Qin Feng's shoulder, acting spoiled.
Qin Feng felt incredibly comfortable; having two Primary Wives accompanying him on the journey was truly delightful.
They did not blame him for resigning from his official position; instead, they stayed close to comfort him. It was simply the greatest enjoyment of life!
He exclaimed, "Alright! I will listen to my Primary Wife and not think about those things anymore. Let's be happier."
Zhao Man felt somewhat sad; she had followed Brother Qin all this way, wanting to become his wife and accompany him day and night. Now what did it count for?
Watching him being intimate with the Primary Wife, I can only see myself as a younger sister, and it truly makes me feel sad.
On the surface, I smile happily all the way, but my heart is often filled with disappointment and sorrow. Will there ever be a time when I become Brother Qin's wife?
Brother Qin told me his Family Name, Wang Ding, and continued to stay in Tokyo City, not believing that the Great Song would fall. He took me south to his hometown in Jian Kang.
The meaning is very clear; he wants to entrust himself to me.
I gaze at him affectionately, not daring to show it too obviously for fear that my two older sisters might get jealous.
Yun'er, dressed in a light purple long shirt, also feels a bit shy watching the master being affectionate with the two ladies. She is unhappy and somewhat jealous.
All the way, she takes care of Madam meticulously, hoping to win the master's favor and draw his attention to herself.
When I woke up from my serious illness, did you really forget, Master? About that kind of frivolous thing you did to me?
Although we are not officially husband and wife, that was my first time! The first time being intimately held by another man. Why not take me as a concubine, Master!
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