Chapter 1209 Regrets

Zhao Sheng himself did not expect that Zhao Cheng, who was always timid and weak, would do such a thing. Once he joined the Huangtian Army, he would immediately divide the land and provide food for his family. If he died in battle, the land would not be taken back, but only the food would be lost.

Later, Zhao Cheng showed his talent in Taoism, which is why he did not die directly on the battlefield. In the army, the casualty rate of the big soldiers is the highest. If he becomes an officer, even if he is just a lieutenant, his safety will be greatly increased.

Taoists, as long as they are just Taoists, will be appointed as lieutenants.

Zhao Cheng first entered Taoism, and later became the general flag. The environment at home was also greatly improved. As the military dependents of officers, they can migrate with the army, and their safety is also guaranteed.

Even Zhao Sheng can now have a shop, and Zhao Xiang can have some meat on his body, not as thin as dry grass, all because Zhao Cheng has continuously made meritorious contributions in the army.

In fact, even the current situation is because Zhao Sheng saved most of the silver money given by Huang Tianjun and planned to leave it to Zhao Cheng as a betrothal gift to marry a wife in the future, otherwise the Zhao family would be even richer.

Of course, the original Taoist Zhao Cheng wanted Zhao Sheng to leave this money to his younger sister as a dowry.

He is a Taoist and knows the dangers of war. Since he went to join the army, he never thought that he would be able to come back alive in the future.

"But, but..."

Zhao Xiang hesitated for a moment, but still did not tell her about the nightmare she had at night some time ago.

In the dream, she saw Zhao Cheng's head being chopped off by a fierce and fierce man. She thought it was just an ordinary dream, but the rumors she heard today made her feel very bad.

Although she knew that Zhao Cheng knew Taoism, over the years, whenever there was a defeat, there were always many Taoists who died...

In such a silent atmosphere, Zhao Sheng swung his iron hammer more and more vigorously, as if only in this way could he get rid of the boredom in his heart.

Zhao Xiang also lowered her head and just tried her best to put wood into the stove. The fire was burning, but her heart was cold.

She couldn't imagine what would happen if the scene in her dream came true...

When Zhao's mother left, Zhao Cheng was five years old and she was only three years old. For the next seven years, she was actually taken care of by Zhao Cheng. Zhao's father had always been a serious person.

And in the past few years, her only happy time was probably when Zhao Cheng came back from the army. She always received gifts, or a little bit of candy, or a new set of clothes, or some exquisite small items.

And just as the father and daughter were silent, at this moment, the half-closed door was pushed open.

An ox cart stopped in front of the shop. The ox was old and the cart was very old, but in this era, those who could ride in the cart, no matter how broken the cart was, had already surpassed 99% of the people.

The person who pushed the door was a middle-aged man who got off the car. He was a wealthy man with yellow skin and a frosted look. His eyes were a little small but bright, giving him a sense of shrewdness and competence.

As soon as the middle-aged man entered the door, his expression turned gloomy. Before he spoke, Zhao Sheng had already spoken. He asked with surprise, "Dear relative, how come you have time to visit my humble home today?!"

While speaking, he even put down the half-broken farm tools in his hand and greeted him, appearing very enthusiastic.

The middle-aged man, surnamed Wang, was a businessman. A few years ago, when Zhao Chenggang became a Taoist priest and took the position of a lieutenant, he sent someone to find the Zhao family to propose marriage and made an agreement with the Zhao family to get married when their youngest daughter turned sixteen.

As for why it was sixteen, instead of the common fourteen, the Wang family said that it was too dangerous for a girl to give birth to a child at the age of fourteen, and it would be safer after the age of sixteen.

Zhao Sheng had not read much, so he did not know that the Wang family was waiting for a good price, so he was very satisfied with the marriage.

Because the Zhao family had been peasants for generations, while the Wang family was a merchant family. Although they were not wealthy, they could ride in a bullock cart, and their wives were no better than this when their family was not yet in decline.

As for Zhao Cheng, although he was a lieutenant and was promoted continuously, Zhao Sheng still thought that his family was marrying up because of his inertia of thinking. In addition, he was also very satisfied with the youngest daughter of the Wang family, so he did not dare to neglect his in-laws.

At this moment, Wang Jiran suddenly came over, and Zhao Sheng's first thought was that the Wang family came to discuss the marriage. Calculating the time, the Wang family's daughter was also fifteen years old. If they wanted to get married at sixteen, it was almost time to prepare.

As for the fact that Zhao Cheng himself was still out, in this era, marriage was decided by parents and matchmakers. The parents of their two families had finalized it, and it was completely settled. When Zhao Cheng came back later, it was just a process.

With such thoughts, Zhao Sheng was naturally surprised and happy. Even Zhao Xiang thought of this. While she was reluctant, she also pricked up her ears.

Although she was reluctant, she still supported Zhao Cheng to have a good relationship. Zhao Cheng had done enough in these years.

At the same time, she couldn't help but wonder what her future sister-in-law would look like.

Whether it was Zhao's father or her, they had only seen the woman's portrait, which was a few years ago. They couldn't see anything at all, and they didn't know what the other party looked like now.

For a moment, the curiosity in her heart even dispersed her worries.

When Wang Jiran heard this, he sighed slightly and said, "Brother Zhao, I am here to discuss the engagement."

Although he noticed that Wang Jiran's tone was wrong, Zhao Sheng did not react for a short time. When he heard about the engagement, he immediately said: "Are we going to set a date?!"

Immediately, Wang Jiran's expression became even more gloomy, and he said: "To be honest with Brother Zhao, I originally planned this, but just half a month ago, my little daughter suddenly became seriously ill, and now her condition has worsened. The doctor said that my little daughter's condition has , you may not be able to live for more than two years..."

"so……"

"So, I was thinking, Brother Zhao, your children are young and talented, and they are promising at a young age. My family is already high-ranking, how can we marry our dying daughter now?!"

"Isn't this just unkind and unjust?"

"This engagement should be terminated here and now!"

As soon as these words came out, the air immediately became quiet, and only the crackling sound of burning wood suddenly became louder.

Whether it was Zhao Sheng or Zhao Xiang, when they heard this, they felt like they were struck by lightning.

"this……"

"Dear..., dear, may the doctor have made a mistake? In fact, it's just a minor illness..."

Zhao Sheng looked humble. He had been looking forward to such a "good" marriage for a long time, and now such a result was hard for him to accept.

Zhao Xiang looked at his father and suddenly thought that Zhao Cheng's life and death were unknown, but he suddenly felt sad.

After that, Zhao Sheng begged several times, but Wang Jisheng still persisted, and in the end he had no choice but to give up.

But after this incident, Zhao Sheng seemed to have aged ten years all of a sudden.

He clearly remembered that in the beginning, it was the other party who took the initiative to announce the marriage, but now, it was the other party who changed his mind...

…

"Father, is the matter done?!"

On the other side, in a large house, a pretty girl asked excitedly when her father came back, as if she was afraid that things would not be done.

In this era, the atmosphere between men and women was relatively open, and wives and widows were very popular, so regretting a marriage was not a stain at all.

The girl's name is Wang Mingwei, and she is Wang Jiran's youngest daughter. She has disliked this marriage from the beginning, but this is normal. At her age, she is an innocent and innocent age, and she loves to read the stories of various talented people and beauties. .

The ideal lover cannot be a Taoist from a mud-legged family. Although her father has always told her that the general banner is not bad, and her family is high-ranking. If they had not made an engagement early, her family might not be able to marry her. There is this opportunity.

But she had read too many stories and felt that the general's wife was no more than a minor official. She would even meet a young prince who traveled around the world, and finally become the prince's wife. This was her future.

But it was her parents' order before, and she didn't dare to resist if she wanted to. But now, her father suddenly changed his mind.

This naturally surprised her.

Wang Jiran frowned slightly when he saw his daughter looking like this, but then he relaxed and said, "It's done."

Wang Mingwei only felt that her father had figured it out and still felt sorry for his daughter. But what Wang Jiran was thinking about was Huang Tiandao's defeat in the Southern Wilderness. He took advantage of the fact that before the news spread, he broke off the relationship early. That's the kingly way.

He had settled on this marriage before because Huang Tianjun was still very powerful at that time, and with this relationship, he could take advantage of the situation. Now that the building is about to collapse, it can't be done anymore.

As for the Zhao family and Zhao Cheng, he is not afraid of revenge. Not to mention whether Zhao Cheng can come back from the Southern Wilderness alive. Even if he comes back, his family will not be here anymore.

He already has plans to move his family.

…

"Wang family, are you dissolving the marriage..."

"Businessmen value profits but are ruthless and unjust. This has always been the case throughout the ages and has never been the norm."

In the study, it was raining heavily outside. Listening to the sound of rain and looking at the folding book handed over by his subordinates, Taoist Huang Tian smiled meaningfully.

Taoists are not taboo about marriage. There are actually many Taoists who marry the daughters of businessmen. Businessmen are ruthless, but Taoists are also the same.

As for Taoist Huang Tian, ​​he has paid attention to it from all aspects since he discovered that Zhao Cheng understood Huang Tian's reinvention.

"It just so happens that I also have a heavenly marriage here."

Taoist Huang Tian murmured.

"Daniu, take an elite cavalry and fetch the Zhao family's father and daughter. Remember, don't be negligent in the slightest. If not, I'll take it out on you!"

Taoist Huang Tian looked solemn.

A tall man standing below was shocked when he heard this. He immediately knelt down and said, "Here!"

I will update twice in the next few days to cultivate myself, and then resume updating in a few days.