Chapter 61 The Northern Envoy Returns to the South
The Mid-Autumn Festival is originally a day for reunions. After a pleasant festival in Tokyo, everyone in the Guo family had already packed up and officially embarked on the road back home.
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It's not that Guo Wei deliberately delayed his departure. Although he was ordered to return to recuperate, Liu Chengyou also issued an order to let Guo Wei recuperate in Tokyo and return to his hometown when he could hit the road. After all, Guo Wei was "extremely ill and unable to see anything." We cannot let an old minister drag his seriously ill body through the fatigue of traveling and horseback riding.
This recuperation lasted until August, so Liu Chengyou simply let Guo Wei spend the Mid-Autumn Festival.
Autumn is high in August, among the red maple pavilions, the cool breeze is rustling, and there are no osmanthus trees, but the fragrance of osmanthus can be smelled in the air, which is very pleasant. The surrounding maples are red, and the carriages and horses are parked aside. In the slightly desolate atmosphere, Guo Wei It's quite satisfying.
In front of the pavilion, there were quite a few people who came to see Guo Wei off. In addition to his sons-in-law and nephews, there were courtiers and generals. Among the dozens of people, they either held high positions in the court or held high positions of power. The reason for coming was to see off Guo Wei. It is also an insight to be able to see the famous generals and ministers of the Zhu Kingdom leaving in style.
Seeing all these people, Guo Wei also looked a little helpless and said: "I have said before that there is no need to see you off, so why bother to come in person?"
Han Tong, as the highest-ranking general among the generals present, responded: "Xinggong has left Beijing, and we are here to see him off. This is also with His Majesty's consent! You should take care of yourself when you go to Xingzhou!"
"Thank you all!" Guo Wei saluted.
Everyone returned the gift and their voices were very uniform: "Best farewell to Mr. Xing!"
Standing up straight, he saw that the atmosphere was still somewhat depressing, especially the eyes of the four girls were filled with tears. Guo Wei smiled heartily and said: "Guo said goodbye to Chaoque this time. He retired with great achievements and returned to his hometown with honor. There is no need to be so sad!"
"Mr. Xing is so open-minded and admirable!"
Looking around, his eyes fell on Guo Rong, now called Chai Rong. The two made simple eye contact, and Guo Wei cupped his hands and said: "I have been living happily in the world since then. However, I was in the countryside, and I was always... Your Majesty and Sheji pray for blessings. Here, I also wish you all to assist Bi Mingjun and achieve great things!"
"That's it. Farewell, everyone, please go back!" Guo Wei said goodbye again.
"Mr. Xing, take this seriously!"
The car was shrouded in cold fog and the mist was misty. Under the protection of the retinue, the car drove slowly, accompanied by the rustle of the wind, gradually receding. In the background behind, there were a group of big Han officials and generals in front of the pavilion with different expressions. It was not until the caravan was far away that Go their separate ways.
Behind the Yilan Palace, Liu Chengyou and Concubine Guo Ning leaned on the railing and looked towards the north. The young lady looked north, and looked at Liu Chengyou from time to time. She felt slightly depressed and stopped talking.
"The leaves have fallen back to their roots, and the husband has returned home with a great reputation. From now on, he can indulge in the mountains and rivers and take care of himself. This is a good thing!" Looking at the young lady's charming appearance, Liu Chengyou gently shook her hand and said comfortingly: "I have been sentimental since ancient times. I won’t let you send me off when I’m sad to say goodbye, so as not to shed tears and only add to the sentimentality!”
It was also rare for Liu Chengyou to show tenderness. After hearing this, Madam Guo calmed down a bit and leaned lightly in his arms, saying: "I am also happy for my mother and father, but after they leave, I don't know what year or month they will be able to see each other again. "
For Concubine Guo Ning, even if she enters the palace gate and is restrained, as long as her parents are still in the capital, she still misses her and occasionally sees her. Once she returns home, she wants to get them. It's hard to get news or show any concern. Although there are still brothers and sisters in Beijing, it's not the same after all.
"Don't worry!" Liu Chengyou said: "Next year I will tour the north, and you will accompany me when I pass through Xingzhou, so that I can return to my hometown to visit my relatives. Speaking of which, you have never visited your ancestral homeland since you were born!"
Hearing this, the young lady's beautiful eyes lit up, she raised her head, revealing her delicate jade neck, and said, "Seriously?"
"You have no words to say, since I agreed to your request, I won't ruin it!" Liu Chengyou smiled slightly.
"Then I'll thank the officials first!" Madam Guo couldn't help but grab Liu Chengyou with both hands.
Before long, Zhang Dejun returned and reported: "The officials, my wife, and Mr. Xing's family have already left."
Madam Guo immediately asked: "Have the robes been delivered? Do you have anything to say to me in return?"
Zhang Dejun replied: "Back to Madam, the robe was delivered personally. Mr. Xing was very moved and asked the young man to reply, thanking Your Majesty and Madam for their concern, so you don't have to worry!"
"Are you relieved?" Liu Chengyou patted Mrs. Guo on the shoulder, thought for a moment, and then told Zhang Dejun: "Pass an imperial edict to the Xingzhou government to build a mansion in Yaoshan, according to the princely system, for Duke Xing to move in! "
"yes!"
This edict can be regarded as the final grace for Guo Wei's departure, and it also brings the matter to a complete end.
Originally, Liu Chengyou wanted to make Guo Wei a county king. After all, there were Fu Yanqing and Gao Xingzhou before him. As the head of the country, and with his contribution, it was understandable to make him a king. But after thinking about it, he gave up the idea. After all, It was too much to go too far, so he decided to wait until Guo Wei passed away before pursuing the title. Liu Chengyou considered the matter carefully and far-reaching, and even thought about what happened after Guo Wei's death.
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Prince Xing's Mansion, Panyu City.
In the nearly forty years since the founding of the Southern Han Dynasty, Lingnan under the rule of Liu Sheng was politically corrupt, tortured and overtaxed. The people suffered from exploitation and bad government, and were poor and rebellious. Not to mention the harsh abuses among the people, Panyu, as a city, has always been rich and prosperous.
It is densely populated, lined with markets, thousands of merchants gathered, and rich in treasures. It is a city with an extremely strong commercial atmosphere. Moreover, it has broken down the boundaries of markets early. In terms of commercial prosperity, Panyu is not necessarily weaker than Tokyo.
Of course, no matter how prosperous Panyu is, it can't cover up the shortcomings of the government, the suffering of the people in Lingnan, and the declining power of the Southern Han Dynasty. However, as far as the nobles and wealthy businessmen who live there have such vision and insight, Still a minority, smart people have begun to make contact northward, and most of the remaining people still don't care about the changes in the situation.
In Panyu in September, the sea breeze was still warm in the air, but for Chen Yanshou, who had returned from a mission, it was a much better mood to return to the familiar capital and prosperous streets.
For Chen Yanshou, this trip to the north was like a long journey, very carefree. Except for paying homage to Han Emperor Liu Chengyou, he had always been relaxed and happy. After all, he was really traveling all the way to the north. As for going north His mission, the peace treaty negotiation with Han Chen, had little to do with him, and he didn't care much. He let Han Chen put forward conditions, and he just brought the memorial to Liu Sheng.
The palace complex in Panyu City is very vast, extending from the imperial city to Beiguo. After Liu Sheng succeeded to the throne, he built more than a thousand palaces. After returning to the palace, Chen Yanshou went to return to his life as soon as possible, but he did not find the Southern Han Dynasty.
Instead, the master Liu Sheng found the eunuch Lin Yanyu.
Ganquan Palace, a luxuriously decorated palace, among the jewels, an old eunuch in gorgeous robes, quietly lying on his side on the couch, eyes closed, as if taking a nap, in front of the tent are two people with their heads lowered.
The little eunuch who dared not take a breath.
This is Lin Yanyu, a well-known powerful eunuch in the Southern Han Dynasty. He holds great power at home and abroad. Although his temples are gray and his face is old, his image is not bad. For an eunuch like Chen Yanshou, Lin Yanyu is better than
Emperor Liu Sheng is even more worthy of fear.
Stepping inside quietly, Chen Yanshou saw Lin Yanyu taking a rest. Chen Yanshou walked more lightly, not daring to disturb him. He knelt in front of the couch patiently, listening patiently to Lin Yanyu's intermittent snoring, and waited quietly.
wake.
For half an hour, Lin Yanyu's head dropped and he suddenly woke up. He opened his hazy eyes and noticed Chen Yanshou. He yawned and said, "Is it Chen Yanshou? He's back from his mission?"
"You're just a young man, here to meet the senior officials!" Chen Yanshou hurriedly bowed to him.
Glancing at Chen Yanshou's dog-like clothes, if he didn't know the details, he really looked like a high-ranking official. Somewhat casually, Lin Yanyu said: "You have been gone for nearly half a year, which is really a long time.
ah!"
Chen Yanshou immediately explained: "The road was long and blocked, and Hunan was not at peace, so we had to take some long detours. When I returned this time, I immediately came to visit the high officials!"
Lin Yanyu was obviously satisfied with his respectful attitude. He nodded and asked, "What was the result of the mission?"
"The report to the high official went very smoothly. The Emperor of the Northern Han Dynasty personally promised that the two countries will be reconciled and will not invade each other!" Chen Yanshou said.
"That's right!" Lin Yanyu finally sat up, with a smile on his old face: "Then you really lived up to your mission, and I didn't misjudge the person!"