Chapter 51: Farewell Armor
Seeing that her grandson had changed from his usual elegant manner, Grandmother Jia was pleasantly surprised. She thought that Xian Rongguo was also like this in the past. Her grandson was really a person who could not be judged by appearance.
"My grandson's words represent the Jia family! You can rest assured about everything! In addition, we have prepared good horses. You can ride back directly. After two days, you will follow your major general to the battle. I wish you a successful start and may your wives and children be honored! The glory of the Jia family is in your hands."
This Lady Jia is indeed an old feudal lord who has lived through several generations. Her words and deeds moved even these rough men!
Back in the day, during the Song Dynasty, there were female generals from the Yang family who were famous throughout the world. If they were living in a different place, this old lady would probably be a heroine like Lady She.
That night, Wang Ziteng and Niu Jizong came respectfully. Although one of them was a noble and the other was a second-rank official, they did not dare to look down on the old noble, and they promised everything that Lady Jia entrusted to them.
Two days passed in a flash, and early in the morning, just after daybreak, all the masters of the East and West Palaces gathered outside the gate.
Today, Niu Jizong will first lead the generals and officers in the army to pay homage to the emperor in front of Deshengmen and receive the military order, and then go out of the city to the Beijing Camp outside the city to gather the troops and head straight for the Lanzhou camp.
Jia Cong and other sons of dukes and marquises were all officers in the army, so they also had to go to Deshengmen.
It is naturally not easy to go to the military camp outside the city, so the people from the two governments can only see you off here!
In addition to the people from the two mansions, Shi Xiangyun followed Jia's mother, and the three members of the Xue family were also present. At the door, Jia Cong's twenty personal guards had already arrived early.
The only one who has not arrived yet is today's protagonist!
This was not because Jia Cong was being arrogant. Firstly, the time had not yet come, and secondly, Jia Cong was comforting the little maids at home.
Originally, the little girls had not cried or made a fuss in the past few days, and Jia Cong had not taken it seriously. But today, when he got up and went to the yard, he saw three girls standing in a row, each carrying a small bag.
"What are you doing?" Jia Cong said, not knowing whether to laugh or cry.
"I am your maid. Now that you are in the army, I will follow you and take care of you!"
"I have to help you study and bathe. The soldiers are all rough men. How can you bear it?"
"My father and I have been together since we were little. If my little bird doesn't follow me, I will definitely not be able to eat or sleep well!"
Well... that's a good reason!
Jia Cong scratched his head, then first reasoned with them, then scolded and threatened them. The three little girls all listened carefully, but they had no intention of putting down the small bags on their backs.
In the end, Jia Cong hardened his heart and used his killing move.
"All of you are my concubines, and you will be my concubines and the masters of this house in the future! If you follow me to the military camp and show your faces, how can I be respectable? Do you want me to kick you out?"
As soon as these words were spoken, the three little maids blushed immediately, especially Qingwen, who already had some understanding of some things. She was happy in her heart but too shy to look at Jia Cong.
"Alright!" Jia Cong stood up, walked forward and gave the maids a gentle hug, "I'm leaving soon, you guys see me off and wait for me at home!"
The little girls finally put down their bags, but they started crying again.
After finally coaxing him into submission, Jia Cong hurried to the main gate.
After paying respects, Jia Cong said, "I'm sorry to have kept my ancestors, father, and second uncle waiting for so long!"
Jia She nodded expressionlessly, but Jia Zheng held Jia Cong with red eyes, full of reluctance! All the sisters burst into tears.
Sanchun came forward and handed a bundle to Jia Cong, "Brother Cong, my elder sister and two younger sisters have nothing else to send you off, so we only made a robe for you to change into. You are going on a long journey, so please take care of yourself!"
"Second sister, third sister, fourth sister, don't worry!"
"Third brother Cong, I made you a pair of boots. It's freezing cold at the border, so they might be of some use. I'll put them on as well!"
"Thank you, Sister Yun. When Third Brother comes back, I'll take you hunting on horseback!"
"Third brother Cong, the battlefield is dangerous, please take care of yourself! And remember to write home on a daily basis, so as not to worry our ancestors, two uncles and sisters!" Daiyu handed over a sachet embroidered by herself and spoke in tears.
"Sister Lin, don't worry. When I come back, I will drink and write poems with you! In addition, Sister Lin is weak. She should have fun with you sisters on weekdays and should not stay in the house all day. Although the sedan chair is beautiful, I hope to see a healthy Sister Lin who can walk fast!"
Jia Cong's words made Daiyu blush. She didn't know how to respond for a moment and hid among her sisters.
Finally, Baochai walked forward, looked into Jia Cong's eyes, with tears on her eyes every step!
"Brother Cong, I'll wait for you to come back!"
One sentence, but it speaks thousands of words! One sentence, but it makes me cry!
Jia Cong resisted the urge to hold the beauty in his arms and nodded vigorously.
"Grandson!" The old lady stepped forward with her cane, "Today you are going to the battlefield, you should wear the armor and your brothers should hold the saddle!"
"Big brother, second brother, Zhen'er will put on the armor for your sons, nephews, and brothers! Lian'er will hold the saddle, and Baoyu will lead the horse!"
At an order, a servant brought up the armor, and Jia She and the other two hurried forward to help Jia Cong put it on. After a long while, the armor was on, and Jia She helped him put on the helmet. At this moment, Jia Cong looked very heroic!
Jia Lian decorated the saddle and stirrups, and then handed the reins to Baoyu! The horse, perhaps sensing the imminent battle, neighed and stood up.
Baoyu was so frightened that he hurriedly dropped the reins and hid behind the crowd with a scream!
However, Jia Lan, who was originally beside Li Wan, ran out, kowtowed to Jia Cong and said, "Third uncle, your nephew will hold the horse for you!"
As he said this, he turned around and walked towards the warhorse. Even though the warhorse had calmed down, Jia Lan was still a little frightened and didn't dare to move forward. After a while, he finally mustered up the courage to pick up the reins and used all his strength to pull the horse towards Jia Cong step by step.
Jia Cong took the reins, stroked Jia Lan's head, then turned around and looked at everyone, preparing to say goodbye.
However, before Jia Cong could bow, Grandmother Jia came forward and personally supported Jia Cong, "Grandson, since you are wearing armor, it means you have military duties, you cannot bow to this woman in the backyard!"
Jia Cong nodded, then bowed and said, "My grandson bids farewell to the old ancestor, father, mother, second uncle, and second wife!"
"Brother Lian, Brother Bao, and sisters-in-law, Cong'er is not here. Please help Cong'er to show his filial piety to the ancestors!"
"Sisters, wait for me to come back!"
After saying this, Jia Cong turned around and looked at his personal guards.
"Get on the horse!"
Swish! Jia Cong and his personal guards all mounted their horses!
Jia Cong bowed again, "Grandfather, father, second uncle, Cong'er is gone!"
The young man whipped his horse and galloped, and the crowd headed straight for the palace without looking back. At the same time, three drums blasted to the sky.
