Compared with Guo's Mansion, the festive atmosphere is fully reflected in Prince Jing's Mansion. Prince Jing is wearing a brocade cloak, and Yu'er is even more playful in red. Zhu Tianjiang kowtows to Prince Jing and Prince Jing with the courtesy of a son-in-law.
The four princesses looked at Yu'er with smiles.
"You're here." Yu'er wrapped her hands around her clothes and looked at Zhu Tianjiang sheepishly.
"I'm dressed very beautifully today, like a bride." Zhu Tianjiang said with a smile.
In front of Prince Jing and the four princesses, Yu'er blushed and secretly made a face at Zhu Tianjiang.
Prince Jing smiled and glanced at several ladies. Everyone was quite satisfied with his son-in-law. Under normal circumstances, a son-in-law would be as honest as a cat when he met his mother-in-law. But Officer Zhu was on the contrary.
When I saw him, I felt a little uneasy, for fear that I would not be able to entertain Mr. Zhu.
"Tian Jiang, how is the old lady's health?" Prince Jing stretched out his hand, asking Zhu Tian Jiang to sit down and talk.
"My lord, Tianjiang is just about to come to discuss this matter with you and the princess. I'm afraid the old lady is out of gas~!" Zhu Tianjiang said and sighed.
When Prince Jing and several princesses heard this, their expressions couldn't help but change. The old lady had a very high prestige in the capital, otherwise Emperor Chengwu would not have asked the old lady to take charge of military affairs when the Feng family rebelled last time.
"Why, the old lady's body is dying?" Prince Jing asked in surprise.
Years ago, when he visited the old lady on behalf of Emperor Chengwu, he felt that the old lady was in good spirits. Looking at Zhu Tianjiang's appearance, could it be that the old lady was really at the end of her life?
"Goddess, how long do you think the old lady has left to live?" Yu'er asked worriedly.
Zhu Tianjiang's face was extremely heavy, "According to my observation, I'm afraid it won't be possible to get out of the first month." Zhu Tianjiang said seriously.
"Ah~!" Yu'er shouted in surprise. She had not been to Guo Mansion in the past few days, and Yu'er really didn't know the old lady's situation.
Prince Jing and several princesses were also very shocked. You must know that Zhu Daguan is now a 'miracle doctor' level figure. Even Cai Taiyi wants to worship him as his teacher. In terms of medical skills, Zhu Tianjiang's words are more effective than imperial edicts.
Several princesses looked at each other, and finally turned their eyes to Prince Jing worriedly. What if the old lady passed away in the first month, what would they do to Yu'er? The wedding in the Guo Mansion must be stopped, and Zhu Tianjiang has already left.
After being hired, he is nominally the son-in-law of the Guo family, and he has to wear sackcloth and mourning to attend the funeral of the old lady. If he marries a daughter of the royal family at this time, everyone in the world will probably laugh at him.
Before Prince Jing could speak, Zhu Tianjiang said first, "Your Majesty, ladies and gentlemen, Tianjiang came to pay New Year's greetings today because he wanted to discuss with the Prince and the ladies to advance the wedding ceremony, and also use the wedding ceremony to relieve the old lady from her illness. I believe that the Prince also
I know that the old lady loves Yingzi very much, and Tianxiang doesn’t want to leave any regrets in the old lady’s heart. Even if she leaves, she must watch her granddaughter’s wedding ceremony before leaving.”
After listening to Zhu Tianjiang's words, Prince Jing frowned and didn't know how to answer this question.
When the princess heard this, she stood up and winked at the other concubines, "Your Majesty, you can make the decision on this matter. We will go back to the courtyard first, and you and Tianxiang can discuss it carefully."
Princess Zheng knew that it was inconvenient to say some things in front of Yu'er. If the palace did not agree, the Guo family would probably handle the wedding ceremony alone in advance. In that case, Yu'er would have to wait for a year, and Zhu Tianjiang would not be able to be there.
The old lady married again during the funeral. Moreover, Yingzi entered the wealthy family first, and Yu'er entered later. According to folk custom, she became a concubine. The royal family could not afford to lose face. If they agreed, it would violate the royal family's taboo, so they
It's not good for several women to be here, either lightly or seriously, so they might as well take Yu'er to avoid it.
The princess held Yu'er's hand, and when she was about to go out, Yu'er looked at her father pleadingly. Prince Jing just pretended not to see it, and he did not agree to this randomly. According to royal etiquette, the first month is the month to honor God and ancestors.
, holding a wedding ceremony at this time is tantamount to committing a crime. For common people or other courtiers, there is nothing wrong with gritting their teeth and having no taboos. But for the royal family, Prince Jing is also in a bit of trouble.
"Tian Jiang, what do you mean by the General's Mansion?" Prince Jing looked at Zhu Tian Jiang in embarrassment.
"Your Majesty, I haven't discussed this matter with General Guo yet. It's easy to decide which side of the general's palace is yours. Besides, even if you agree, I'm afraid we have to go to the emperor to ask for an order." Zhu Tian Jiangshan
He said understandingly.
Prince Jing had a sullen face, and he was in a dilemma, "Heaven's descent, according to common sense, should satisfy the old lady's wish. But I belong to the royal family, and I don't have the final say on some rules alone. Let me ask you,
According to your speculation, is it true that the old lady cannot last through the first month of the new year? If it is possible, even if it is done on the first day of the first month, it will be easy for me to talk."
Zhu Tianjiang shook his head, "It's difficult, very difficult. According to Doctor Cai's diagnosis, let alone the end of the month, I'm afraid he won't be able to survive even the middle of the month. If not, Tianjiang wouldn't want to break this rule."
Prince Jing scratched his head, pondered for a long time, and finally made a decision, "Let's go! Enter the palace with me."
When Zhu Tianjiang heard this, he nodded gratefully. He knew that Prince Jing was going to make an exception. As a royal family member, Zhu Tianjiang knew that it was not easy to make such a decision.
Zhu Tianjiang and Prince Jing arrived outside the palace in a car. Even though it was the New Year period, the palace was much deserted than usual. Normally, there would be ministers or family members coming and going, but at this time, all the courtiers were at home or officials.
They visited each other, but no one came to pay New Year's greetings to the lofty Emperor Chengwu. Zhu Tianjiang didn't understand what the rule was. Could it be that the officials didn't know how to curry favor with the emperor at this time.
King Jing and Zhu Tianjiang waited for a while. The eunuchs said that Emperor Chengwu was not here, so he might have gone to a minister's house incognito. Zhu Tianjiang thought about it, this was the first time he met Emperor Chengwu. It seemed that Chengwu was like this.
Emperor Wu really liked to pay private visits incognito during the New Year period.
The two waited for less than an hour before Emperor Chengwu returned to the palace accompanied by Wei Zhenghai.
"My dear brother, I pay my respects to my royal brother~!"
"Your Majesty Zhu Tianjiang goes to see the Emperor~!"
"Haha, excuse me. You are not in the house, why did you think of coming to me?"
Emperor Chengwu took off his cloak, and the three people took their seats in Qian Palace in order of priority.
Prince Jing glanced at Zhu Tianjiang, and Zhu Tianjiang understood in his heart that Prince Jing meant for him to take the lead.
"Your Majesty, I have come to the palace to pay New Year's greetings to the Emperor and wish him long life, peace and prosperity for the country and the people." Zhu Tianjiang flattered him first, so as not to be scolded later.
"Haha, Prince Jing, look at how well-spoken your son-in-law is. I have nothing to reward you, but I heard that your son extorted a lot of money in my name. Today I went to see some of my ministers.
People in your family are scolding you behind your back." Emperor Chengwu said with a smile.
"Your Majesty, don't listen to their nonsense. They didn't ask for a lot of money." Zhu Tianjiang glanced at the two of them awkwardly, thinking that Yelu Douha had ruined his reputation now.
"Tianxiang, I hear what you want, is there anything else?" Emperor Chengwu asked doubtfully.
"Well, it's just a small matter. I hope the emperor can give me a decree."
"Another important point? Who are you trying to blackmail this time?" Emperor Chengwu said in his heart that you are addicted to blackmailing people.
"Your Majesty, this time I am not blackmailing anyone, but I want to bring forward the wedding date." Zhu Tianjiang said bravely.
"The wedding is brought forward?" Emperor Chengwu was stunned when he heard it. You must know that the date of the wedding is an auspicious day that has been specially checked by the palace priests, and few people will change it.
Prince Jing looked at Zhu Tianjiang's hesitant expression and said anxiously, "Brother, that's what happened. Madam Guo is probably at the end of her lifespan, and Tianjiang's child is kind-hearted and wants to let Madam watch their wedding ceremony."
Let’s go again. Otherwise, I’m afraid the old lady will have regrets.”
"Why, the old lady has reached such a stage?" Emperor Chengwu looked at Zhu Tianjiang and Prince Jing in surprise.
Zhu Tianjiang sighed and nodded, "Your Majesty, I'm afraid the old lady won't be able to survive the first month, so I hope your Majesty will do it." Zhu Tianjiang cupped his fists and bowed deeply.
Emperor Chengwu's expression changed. He was not shocked by what Zhu Tianjiang asked, but by the old lady's physical condition. You must know that the old lady was once his nanny.
I always have a special feeling in my heart.
"Tian Jiang, with your medical skills, can't you extend the life of the old lady?" Emperor Cheng Wu looked at Zhu Tian Jiang and asked with a hint of expectation.
Zhu Tianjiang said in his heart: Who do you think I am? If I am really capable, people in the world will not worship me as a Buddha.
"Your Majesty, life and death are determined by fate, wealth and honor. There is nothing I can do about this matter. If I had that kind of secret method, I would not hesitate to announce it to the public and make everyone in the world immortal." Zhu Tianjiang said with a wry smile.
Emperor Chengwu nodded. Although he was a little disappointed, he believed that Zhu Tianjiang was telling the truth. If there is such an ability in this world, it really cannot be called a 'human'.
"Heaven descends, the girl of the Guo Mansion is old enough to get married in advance. But Yu'er~!" Emperor Cheng Wu said and glanced at Prince Jing.
Prince Jing hurriedly stood up and interrupted Emperor Cheng Wu, "Brother, this is not possible. If the girl from the Guo Mansion enters the door first, then what is the dignity of the royal family? In the eyes of outsiders, my Yu'er will become a concubine.
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"Prince Jing, this is a rule set by our ancestors. As the leader of the clan, you cannot possibly not know it."
"Brother Imperial, although there is an ancestral system, things are urgent now. Even if Brother Huang does not agree, I am afraid Tianxin will get married in advance. In that case, where can you put this old face of my brother?" Prince Jing was anxious.
His face turned a little red, and he knew that if Emperor Cheng Wu didn't agree, Yu'er would definitely have to postpone it for a year. Zhu Tianjiang couldn't hold another wedding during the old lady's funeral period.
Emperor Chengwu was also in a bit of trouble. If he forcibly stopped the wedding between the two families, he would be sorry for the old lady. If he didn't stop it, it would be unjustifiable in terms of etiquette. If he just stopped Prince Jing's family, the royal family would lose all face. The daughter of a dignified prince
Prince Jing would not agree to it if he went to make a baby for others.
When Zhu Tianjiang saw that Emperor Wu did not refuse, he knew that he should step up the fire, "Your Majesty, I know that if you want to stop it, even the Guo Mansion will definitely stop it. But there is one thing I want to explain, General Guo is a big man.
A filial son, he can do anything for his mother. I heard that General Guo has planned to resign as the commander of the Zhennan camp. If the emperor really does not agree to the wedding, maybe General Guo will return to Zhennan with his family after being grieved.
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Zhu Tianjiang's words were full of threats. If he followed the rules of a filial son, the Guo family would not be able to hold weddings within three years. If the old lady died in the first month and missed her granddaughter's wedding, Guo Tianxin might be furious.
Following Guo Ying, he returned to Zhennan. Even if your emperor ordered to deprive Guo Tianxin of his power, who would dare to take over the position?
When Emperor Chengwu heard this, the muscles on his face trembled a few times. He felt that what Zhu Tianjiang said was very reasonable. Even if it was just a small wedding ceremony, it would affect Emperor Chengwu's entire layout. The beginning of spring
If Guo Tianxin takes the lead in the subsequent major military adjustment and disagrees, he, as the emperor, may not be able to do anything about it.
"Goddess, the old lady has worked hard all her life, and I don't want the old lady to have any regrets. However, I must have a reason to block the mouths of those ministers." Emperor Chengwu said in an embarrassed tone.
"Your Majesty, although you have broken the previous rules, you can earn the reputation of 'benevolent' by being a minister. As the saying goes, those who win the hearts of the people win the world. As long as you have the support of the people, it is not a bad idea to break the rules." Zhu Tianjiang
The interface said.
"Oh? Is it possible that I can gain the support of the people if I violate the ancestral system?" Emperor Chengwu asked, "Is this the only time the Li family's ancestral system has been established?"
"Your Majesty, on the other hand, the old lady is your wet nurse. The Emperor broke the royal rules for the sake of his mother. This is grace, and it is also benevolence and filial piety. This move will not only win the support of all the generals in the army
, In the eyes of the people, the emperor is an enlightened and benevolent king. This matter will definitely be recorded in the annals of history by the people~." Zhu Daguan spread his words, and the few words he said made Emperor Chengwu elated.
After Zhu Tianjiang's analysis, Emperor Cheng Wu also felt that if he agreed, it would really kill three birds with one stone. At least Guo Tianxin and Zhu Tianjiang would be grateful, and when the time comes to adjust the military generals, Guo Tianxin would not stand in the way.
In addition, Prince Jing would accept his favor, and Emperor Cheng Wu would have to rely on Prince Jing for many things in the future. If he was forcibly stopped, Emperor Cheng Wu was really afraid that this kid Zhu Tianjiang would cause something to happen.
After the three people discussed it, Emperor Chengwu finally decided to allow the wedding to be brought forward and move the date after the beginning of spring to the tenth day of the first lunar month. In other words, Zhu Tianjiang's wedding day was six days away. Although the day was a little tense,
As for Zhu Tianjiang's arrangements, Emperor Chengwu didn't have to worry about it.
After Zhu Tianjiang received the imperial edict, he returned to Guo's Mansion and told Guo Tianxin about the matter. Of course Guo Tianxin had no objection and was even very touched that Zhu Tianjiang could consider it this way.
Returning to the West Courtyard, Zhu Tianjiang immediately began to issue orders to everyone. Because the day was very tight, there were many things that needed to be done.
"Brother Zhu, please immediately find someone to clean up the house that the emperor gave you. During the wedding, you cannot enter the bridal chamber here."
"Don't worry, sir, I promise to make you very comfortable." Zhu Yi said with a smile.
"Sir, I'll give you my Dou Dou's bed. It won't collapse when four people sleep on it." Daniel said kindly.
Zhu Yi smiled and said, "Don't mention it yet, Daniel's proposal is not bad."
"If a dog can't spit out ivory from its mouth, why don't you let me sleep on your wife's old bed to entertain me?" Zhu Tianjiang said in his heart that you don't care, I still worry about my reputation.
"Hey, I know you won't want my bed. Tell me, what should I do?" Daniel chuckled.
"You have a very heavy task. You have to send wedding invitations to various ministers. These guys have to pay for my wedding."
Daniel patted his chest and said, "I promise there will be no problem. Whoever gives less will not even be able to eat."
Zhu Tianjiang smiled and looked at Zhu Er, "Zhu Er, immediately ask the brothers in the city to spread the news. I guess there must be some veterans who want to talk about the ancestral system. First, create public opinion and block these people with the words of the people.
mouth."
"This matter is easy to handle. I have integrated all the gangsters you collected last time. They can do this kind of thing very easily."
Zhu Tianjiang nodded, "Brother Xia Qing, for those who are above the first rank, you have to post in person. It is not appropriate for such a big person to go, especially people like Xuan Le and Wang Bingkun. We must maintain etiquette. This is
The matter is not only about my wedding, but also about protecting the face of the Guo family and Prince Jing."
"Don't worry, I will handle this matter myself." Xia Qing nodded and said.
After Zhu Tianjiang finished making arrangements, he walked towards the old lady's yard. He wanted to tell the old lady personally about the wedding.
The happy event of Zhu Tianjiang's wedding immediately created a topic of discussion in the capital. Teahouses, restaurants, theaters, bathhouses, wherever people gathered, the people were talking about it. Under the deliberate guidance of a group of people, the people
Praise Emperor Wu for his benevolence and righteousness.
Xuan Le was sitting in the study, holding a list in his hand. For Xuan Le, the adjustment of the generals after the spring was his biggest concern. As for Zhu Tianjiang's wedding, Xuan Le didn't pay much attention to it.
As soon as the door opened, a blast of air-conditioning interrupted Xuan Le's thoughts. Xuan Le looked up and saw that it was Hu Zhicheng, the third leader of Xiyuan. Xiyuan now is different from the past. It has become a "sticky place" in Xuan Le's hands.
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"Sir, people from Shutian and Anyuan have come with news." Hu Zhicheng said in a low voice.
"Oh? How are you? Did you find anything?" Upon hearing this, Xuan Le immediately put down the list in his hand.
"Sir, this is a secret report written by the two of them. Please read it." Hu Zhicheng said, handing over two secret reports.
Xuan Le opened one and read it carefully. When he finished reading both secret messages, Xuan Le's face was even colder than the weather outside. Even though there were several pots of charcoal lit in the room, Xuan Le's body seemed to be affected by the cold.
Like an attack, trembling slightly.
"It's terrible, it's terrible. It seems that Zhu Tianjiang has been making preparations for a long time." Xuan Le said, clenching his fist fiercely.
"Sir, Zhu Tianjiang's wings are full now. If we don't eradicate him, I'm afraid it will become a disaster for Dafeng."
Xuan Le's cold eyes were full of murderous intent, "Don't worry, these two secret memoranda alone can't make your father so cruel. Inform your fourth uncle and send more people to Anyuan and Qingcheng to obtain evidence. If necessary.
, get back two of their people secretly."
"My subordinates have orders!" After Hu Zhicheng finished speaking, seeing that Xuan Le had no other arrangements, he turned around and walked out.
In the empty study, Xuan Le picked up the two secret memorials again. After he returned from outside the customs, Xuan Le began to secretly investigate Zhu Tianjiang. Most of the officials followed Xuan Le, and they soon found out Zhu Tianjiang.
Personally recommended official candidates. Among these candidates, the most eye-catching one is Zhu Si of Anyuan. Knowing that Zhu Si had gone to Qingcheng, Shutian to take up his post, Xuanle immediately sent people to Anyuan and Qingcheng to investigate.
His investigation was different from the time and place found by Wei Zhan. The soldiers and horses stationed in Qingcheng alone were enough to explain everything.
There were more than 20,000 soldiers and horses hidden in a small city. This fact made Xuan Le tremble with fear.