Liu Muzhi's ancestor was the eldest son of Han Emperor Liu Bang, King Liu Fei of Qi. However, by the time of Liu Muzhi's generation, he had almost fallen into decline. However, although Liu Muzhi's family was very poor, he still had a lot of money in his family.
The collection of books left by the young ancestor, coupled with the fact that he had been diligent and studious since he was a child, and was familiar with poetry and books, made him a well-known talent in Jingkou. It is for this reason that he dared to go out to show his belly on May 5 in a grand manner.
There's something in there.
Two years ago, when Liu Muzhi came out to show off his belly like this, he was spotted by a nobleman who had heard of his reputation for a long time. This nobleman's name was Jiang Zhi, who had served as the minister of Huangmen in the Western Jin Dynasty and wrote the famous "Surong Lun"
Jiang Tong's grandson, and his father also served as Guozi Jijiu (president of the national university) in the Eastern Jin Dynasty. He is a famous literati family.
Jiang Qianwen, Jiang Zhi's eldest daughter, had sworn since she was a child that she would not marry anyone who was not a talented person. She did not think highly of those children from aristocratic families who like to talk about mysteries and Taoism. When Jiang Zhi bought a house and land in Jingkou Town two years ago, it happened to be
I met Liu Muzhi while passing by, and during the conversation, I found that this young man with a big belly was full of talents, which was very surprising. Jiang Qianwen himself also asked a few test questions, which he solved easily.
Miss Jiang's heart secretly agreed, and Jiang Zhi also agreed to the marriage after finding out Liu Muzhi's family background. After all, in this era, marriage is not as snobbish as in later generations, as long as there are scholars
Even if one's status is temporarily poor, one will not be completely cut off from marriage.
But after all, Liu Muzhi had no way to advance. Jiang Zhi himself was just an unofficial official with empty title, living in the countryside. Liu Muzhi, because no one introduced him, repeatedly hit the wall, so he could only end up in Jingkou.
Zhen Chengtian's fate of cheating and drinking. In this regard, he is somewhat similar to Liu Yu, who was waiting for a sale but was unable to join the army due to the burden of his family.
It's just that even if the Jiang family has no official position and is light-hearted, they have been in high positions for four consecutive generations. From Jiang Tong to Jiang Zhi, they are all senior officials of third rank or above. Their status is very different from that of Liu Muzhi. This marriage was originally
It met with strong opposition from within the Jiang family.
Jiang Qianwen's two brothers, Jiang Bo and Jiang Lang, even had a big quarrel with their father over this, and their relationship has not been completely repaired until now. And Jiang Qianwen almost went out alone and did not get the dowry she deserved. Two years after their marriage,
, and never returned to her parents’ home.
Liu Yu sighed: "Let me just say that the Jiang family was in a turmoil over this marriage. Everyone knows that the Jiang brothers even brought great humiliation to the family. If the little sister of the Jiang family gets married this time, it should be in Beijing.
We have sent out name stickers in Jingkou, inviting wealthy people from every township and village to come, but if even our family has not received this notice, it means that the Jiang family is not planning to hold this wedding in Jingkou."
Xiao Wenshou nodded: "Yes, the Jiang family should have invited many high-ranking families in Jiankang City. This kind of marriage itself is an occasion for the family to show their relationships and connections. Last time Jiang Qianwen married Liu Mu
After all, the Jiang family didn't even invite a Jiankang family, because they were ashamed and didn't want to show off."
"But this time we are doing the opposite. I heard that the young girl from the Jiang family is marrying the famous Shen family in Wu. By then, there will be many powerful people coming from the Sanwu area."
Liu Yu frowned: "The Shen family? Is it the Shen Chong family who followed Wang Dun in the rebellion in the early years of the founding of the Jin Dynasty?"
Xiao Wenshou smiled slightly: "It is this Shen family. Back then, their family was a wealthy family in Wu. They were dissatisfied that the overseas Chinese from the north had taken over the power, while the local wealthy families in Wu had been deprived of many rights, so they started the army. He joined Wang Dun in the rebellion. Afterwards, Shen Chong was defeated and died, and the status of the Shen family plummeted. Large areas of manor and land were occupied by foreign families such as the Wang family, Xie family, and Yu family."
"It was only in the past few years that the descendants of the Shen family slowly recovered. This time they married the Jiang family, who were outstanding in literary talent, and agreed that the marriage would be held in Jingkou in advance. They obviously lowered their status, and even It can be said that you are attached to the Jiang family."
Liu Yu sighed: "I asked you why this wedding is so weird. We don't have wine at the groom's house, but we hold it here at the bride's house first. I see. Then it's natural not to invite the fat man. Could it be that he can't do it this time? Are you going uninvited?"
Thinking of this, Liu Yu's heart suddenly brightened up. No wonder Liu Muzhi wanted to drag him along this time. It turned out that he was afraid of being humiliated. Although his status was similar to that of Liu Muzhi, he was not even the official official of Li Zheng. No more, he is just a commoner, but at least he is still a well-known figure in Jingkou Town. He has been in the limelight recently, and even the Jiang family will not reject him.
Liu Muzhi has been married to his wife for more than two years and has achieved almost nothing. He is afraid that he will not even have the right to participate in such happy events at his wife's family. With his arrogant personality, he cannot swallow this sigh of relief. It is a small matter to have a meal. On such an occasion, he will show his support to all places The guest revealed that he was also the son-in-law of the Jiang family, which was probably the main purpose of Liu Muzhi going to the banquet this time.
Xiao Wenshou also said thoughtfully: "Yes, Xiaoyu, Liu Muzhi should be trying to save face this time. You and he are such good friends, so I will do whatever it takes to help you this time. "
Liu Yu gritted his teeth: "Then I will go to the banquet tomorrow. I can't dress too shabbily. After all, there are many scholars, children of aristocratic families, or rich people coming, and I can't lose the face of the fat man. Mother, then Can you change this Tianshi Tao disciple's uniform a little and make it into an ordinary blue cloth for the child to wear tomorrow? After tomorrow, the child will not want this outfit anymore. You can cut it into two pieces and give them to your brother. Wear them."
Xiao Wenshou smiled slightly, turned around and took out the set of blue cloth clothes from the small cabinet on the side, and also took out the sewing box: "Dao Lian and Dao Gui are still young and don't need to go out much. It's a pity to wear these clothes at home. Xiaoyu, you will join the army to serve the country, including meeting General Sun. Mom will definitely change this dress tonight. You can wear this dress to honor the Liu family and honor your ancestors!"
Walking out of Xiao Wenshou's room, the moonlight shone on Liu Yu's face. He looked up at the moon in the sky. It was already fifteen. The moon was like a disk, the sky was clear and cloudless, and the light was so soft.
A faint fragrance of flowers penetrated Liu Yu's nose. He turned his head and looked to the side. He saw that in the small garden behind the backyard, the herbs he accidentally got in the mountains a few days ago had been planted. Today, these The medicinal herb actually bloomed, and a few buds also branched out into petals. It seemed that as soon as the flowers faded, they could be used as medicine.
Liu Yu smiled slightly and took out the packet of medicinal mud from his arms. The fragrance entered his nose, making his mind extremely clear. He murmured to himself: "I will really be what the demon fairy said."
The king of the world?"
This chapter has been completed!