Chapter 503 New Year Banquet
Han Jian was still in a bad mood when he sent out Daxiliu.* He never thought about many things, thinking that he would not have the burden of family affection for this life, but he did not expect that he would still pop up today.
Even if he is not sure who is the biological father in this world. Prince Yan Ning, who had nothing to do with him, might have become his biological father?
"My husband, what are you thinking? Seeing that you are back, you have been worried."
At noon, Han Jian had dinner with Yang Ronger at the Dongwangfu Villa Villa. When Yang Ronger saw Han Jian's appearance, she couldn't help but ask with some concern.
Han Jian smiled at Yang Ronger. This beautiful wife has always been the most sensitive.
"I'm thinking about the banquet for the palace tonight." Han Jian said in a slight manner.
Yang Ronger was not suspicious in her heart, and sighed a little, "Yes, the New Year was in Yuzhou before, and last year was in the Eastern Prince's Mansion. It has been another year in a blink of an eye. This time, she entered the palace and her relationship with His Majesty is different, and she can't believe it."
"Have you sent the letter to Xin'er?" Han Jian asked.
"I haven't thought about how to write it yet. Although I am a servant with my sister Xin'er, I am not in the same yard on weekdays and I don't know how to write it. In fact, what Sister Xin'er cares about most is your husband, just report your safety. Let's talk roughly about the return date. We should be able to return to Jiangdu in more than a month."
"Yes." Han Jian held the chopsticks, but he couldn't help but think of his biological father again.
He didn't feel so concerned about his life experience in the past, but by Yang Rui's statement, he felt like something in his heart was ignited.
After all, he was not a normal person. How did he come to this world? Science cannot explain the principle. The only thing that can be explained is that he was reborn as a human being, bringing memories of his previous life. These memories are his burden.
In the afternoon, Han Jian met several generals who came from the northern battlefield of Luoyang, not all of whom were under Lin Zhan’s troops.
Lin Zhan's troops have crossed the Yellow River and are cleaning up some prefectures and counties along the northern coast of the Yellow River. The battle situation is currently very beneficial to the Eastern Prince's Mansion.
The Northern King's Mansion has shrunk the front north, on the one hand, on the one hand, on the other hand, on the other hand, on the Western King's Army. In addition, the Northern King's Mansion had lost its troops and generals before. At this time, the Northern King's Army had fallen into a defensive position. This is also the ability they have learned from the front-line battles of the Great Wall for decades. They are also mainly on the defensive position when to retreat and when to take the initiative to attack. This king's army is familiar with this aspect, which makes it impossible for the East King's Army and the Western King's Army to make too much progress for the time being.
By the afternoon, people had been sent out to deliver invitation letters, which was equivalent to conveying Yang Rui's imperial edict. When it comes to the palace to give banquets, some old ministers naturally don't have to worry that they will not be invited. Instead, some people hope that they are not invited.
Han Jian was going to enter the palace with Yang Ronger, but earlier, Yang Rui sent someone to invite Yang Ronger into the palace, saying that there was something to discuss. Yang Ronger left earlier.
Han Jian understood that this was Yang Rui showing kindness to Yang Ronger. Yang Rui's quarrel with him before made Yang Ronger quite frightened. This time, Yang Rui invited Yang Ronger alone to show his sisterhood and to talk to her privately. Because some things have been made clear, Yang Rui doesn't need to hide in front of Yang Ronger, and the relationship is easier to clarify.
When Han Jian arrived at the palace gate, it was sunset and dusk, and the sky was still bright. Many officials were waiting to enter the palace. When Han Jian arrived, Ning Xiuyan's father Ning Yuan came over. Han Jian saw Ning Yuan's appearance, and he should have been waiting for him on purpose.
"Shangshu Ning." When he saw Ning Yuan, Han Jian bowed his hand first.
"The old minister was frightened." Ning Yuan hurriedly returned the gift, took out a copy of the book from his arms and handed it forward.
Han Jian didn't go to pick him up immediately, thinking that was it because each company had sent a list of celebrities before?
"Shangshu Lin, this is..."
Ning Yuan explained: "Your Highness, this is a way for each family to express his feelings to thank Your Highness for your help. Your Highness did not accept the kindness of each family before, so he had to change the gifts. Please accept it with a smile..."
Han Jian then took it and opened it to see that it was no longer the name of a famous lady, but the land deeds of many land and houses in the city.
Industry has always been the basis for each family to maintain their own power. Only with land and houses can it be considered a big family. This time, these families are willing to vomit blood and send land and houses to them, so they must have something to ask for.
"This gift is too expensive, I dare not accept it." Han Jian handed back the list.
"Your Highness, if you don't accept it, the old minister will not be able to go back and explain to each family." Ning Yuan said, "And, each family actually wants to ask your prince to say something before His Majesty. When you arrive in Jiangdu... you need to maintain the foundation, don't you still need your attention?"
Han Jian smiled, and he still had something to ask for.
The "tragic situation" of the families who were neglected by Yang Yu before migrating to Jiangdu was somewhat heard of by the old nobles in Luoyang. Although those families are doing well in Jiangdu now, when they first arrived in Jiangdu, they had no land and only had money, and because they could not integrate into the local social clan, they were constrained everywhere.
This time, these families moved with the empress and would inevitably revitalize again. The original family system had been formed in Jiangdu. In the past, whether they were buying land or communicating with local aristocratic families, if they did not have the help of the Eastern Prince Mansion, it would be difficult to move forward.
"I will not accept these gifts." Han Jian said, "This is my attitude. Shangshu Ning just goes back and tells those people. When they arrive in Jiangdu, I will treat you equally. Moreover, they are His Majesty's people. Your Majesty will help them settle in Jiangdu for the time being. Let them keep the land and houses in Luoyang, and when they return to Luoyang, these will be their own."
When Ning Yuan heard Han Jian say this, he was not only a little relieved, but more worried.
Han Jian said beautifully, but it is hard to say what will happen to Jiangdu. Even he himself is confused about the future. Now he has a daughter and the King of Dong, and the situation is better. If even he himself cannot protect himself, let alone others?
As the initiator and organizer of the Dongwang this time, Ning Yuan felt a little responsible for the families behind him.
Han Jian and Ning Yuan entered the palace together. On the way, many officials saluted Han Jian, as if they regarded Han Jian as a surrogate.
Before, Yang Rui appointed Han Jian as the governor of the country, but after this march and even entering Luoyang, he was mainly marching, and no one mentioned the matter of governing the country. But everyone knows that the status of the queen may not be higher than that of the Eastern King. The Eastern King now controls not only Luoyang City and Jiangdu, but half of the Wei Dynasty's country, including the Southern King Yang Luochuan, who is now under the control of the Eastern King's Mansion.
Han Jian and everyone went directly to the place where the banquet was held, which was the Wenwu Hall. Han Jian came to the Wenwu Hall many times and was quite familiar with the surrounding environment.
When he arrived at the yard in front of the Wenwu Palace, Han Jian also met his father-in-law Yang Luochuan, and Yang Luochuan was still following Yang Ronger's uncle Huang Yicheng. This time, the people from the Nanwang Mansion were quite neat. In addition to the Zhennan Marquis Huang Shilang, he also led troops on the front line, and the Nanwang Mansion generals in Luoyang City were basically all here.
Han Jian just exchanged some casual greetings with Yang Luochuan. At this time, eunuchs and palace maids had already come out to greet everyone.
Because there was no clear explanation of seats and seating in this era, many things were arranged on site, but some important officials and generals, including Yang Luochuan and Han Jian, had clear seats.
Han Jian and Yang Luochuan's seats were still next to the chairman. Everyone sat down. Soon, Yang Rui was dressed in brocade clothes and brought several young eunuchs and palace maids.
"See Your Majesty." Everyone stood up and bowed.
Yang Rui signaled everyone to sit down without having to rely on the slightest. Han Jian and Yang Rui were sitting very close. Han Jian sat down and looked at Yang Rui in surprise, with the intention of inquiring.
Yang Rui glanced at Han Jian and smiled slightly, and his expression seemed to be saying, are you still afraid that I will eat your Princess Dong?
Yang Rui said to everyone present: "Today is the Spring Festival. I am here to invite all my dear friends to the banquet. I also want to use this new year and new situation. I also hope that our Great Wei Dynasty will end the war and disputes as soon as possible and restore peace."
Yang Rui finished his words and raised his glass, headed by Han Jian and Yang Luochuan. Everyone present stood up and drank together.
After three glasses of wine, Han Jian was still a little awkward to sit alone. Originally, Yang Ronger was going to attend the party, but Yang Ronger also attended the banquet last time when Yang Rui returned to the court, but this time he was left by Yang Rui. I don’t know what Yang Rui’an was thinking.
After Yang Rui drank the wine, the ministers who were some flattering at the scene began to say New Year's greetings. All of them were old sayings that praised Yang Rui and praised merits.
Han Jian felt irritated when he heard this. These people didn't feel blushing when they said such scenes. Han Jian felt very fake when he heard this. However, because people of this era liked such clichés, he just listened and didn't say anything.
After the New Year's greetings, some ritual and music teams in the palace began to come out to show off their skills and cheerfully. The entire civil and military hall became a little noisy, and everyone didn't have to be as reserved as before, and could drink happily. After all, it was the queen's banquet, and many middle and lower-level officials may not be able to spend a few times in their lives, and they are not at risk of liquidation, so they feel very happy here.
"Dongwang, you can follow me to pick up the Dongwangwang later." Yang Rui suddenly said to Han Jian with a smile.
In front of others, Yang Rui spoke very formally, but his attitude was a bit **.
After all, the two of them untied their hearts before.
Han Jian stepped forward a little and asked, "Why did you leave Cistan'er behind?"
Originally, Han Jian and Yang Rui had such a private conversation, others would have doubts, but because Han Jian is now a pillar of a country, no one would think that what Han Jian said to Yang Rui was not official.
"Will you know it yourself?" Yang Rui smiled secretly again, then turned around.
At this time, Han Jian frowned and looked at Yang Luochuan sitting on Yang Rui's left. Seeing that Yang Luochuan was also looking at this side. He wanted to ask in detail, but he could only do so first. (To be continued, please search for Astronomy, novels are better, updated and faster!
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