The person who left the capital this time to convey the decree to the vassal territory was a serious official of the imperial court, the seventh-grade censor.
The official positions of the censors are not high, only the seventh rank, but they have a low and powerful position, and they have the power to report on the news. Most of them are young and enthusiastic people. They are also the group of officials who are most in favor of restraining the vassal king and weakening the power of the vassal.
The censor who went to Beihai County to convey the decree was named Meng. He was in his thirties this year, which was the prime of his life.
Meng Yushi won the lottery at the age of twenty-two, and then stayed in the Hanlin Academy for two years. He became a censor at the age of twenty-four. He was quick in thinking, sharp in tongue, and had a very good pen. He could scold others...
No, I have never lost when confronting people in court.
He has impeached six ministers, the clan, and noble generals. In short, everyone has a headache when they see him, and they want to avoid him.
People give him the nickname "Ghost Sees Sorrow".
I don't know who secretly said hello to the censor doctor who was in charge of the censor's desk. Seeing that the censor was worried about Meng Censor, this ghost received the imperial edict and left the capital, going directly to Beihai County.
Yushi Meng had long disliked the King of Beihai. He had no personal grudge against the King of Beihai. However, when the late emperor passed away, King Beihai refused to come to the capital to attend the funeral because he was ill. This was really irritating. Yushi Meng was the first to file a memorial to impeach him.
Beihai King. It’s just that Beihai County is too far away from the capital, so the curse could not reach Beihai King’s ears.
This time, Yushi Meng was very satisfied after receiving the imperial edict to go to Beihai County to deliver the edict.
Finally, I can scold King Beihai in person.
There is also the rumored domineering and domineering Prince Beihai, well, just wait and see!
"Meng Yushi," the escort of more than a hundred guardsmen came over: "The weather is hot and hot, and we have been traveling so long that we are exhausted, so why not take a rest at the post house ahead!"
Meng Yushi, who was sitting in the carriage, poked his head out: "I've only been walking for half a day, when do you want to rest? Hurry up and don't delay such an important matter as conveying the decree."
The little leader was mercilessly dug up in front of Meng Yushi, and he was so angry that he cursed his mother.
Censor Meng was sitting in the carriage. He didn't have to bask in the sun or the wind, and he had tea to drink when he was thirsty. They, the imperial guards, all rode on horseback and were basked in the sun all day long!
Seeing that the little leader didn't move, Yushi Meng said coldly with a straight face: "Didn't you hear what I said? Continue on your way."
The little boss had no choice but to bow his head and accept the order.
…
Ten days later.
Beihai Palace.
King Beihai, whose condition has "improved greatly", walked slowly in the yard with the support of his two daughters, and asked casually: "Where is Chun Sheng? Why are you missing so early in the morning?"
Xu Ying and Xu Wan looked at each other and smiled: "Father, guess where Chunsheng went?"
No need to guess!
The King of Beihai laughed: "I'm going to the Zhao family again! This Chunsheng has been running to the Zhao family every three days since I was hired. For those who don't know, I thought the Zhao family had an extra son-in-law!"
Xu Ying pursed her lips and smiled and said: "Chunsheng went there as a student before, and his name was not legitimate. Now that he has a formal engagement, he can go see his fiancée openly, so he must run very diligently."
Since she returned to her parents' home, she no longer has to face her mean mother-in-law and unruly sister-in-law. Xu Ying's complexion is getting better day by day, and her speech is becoming more cheerful and funny.
The King of Beihai loves his sons as much as he loves his daughters. The four daughters were raised like jewels. Seeing Xu Ying's appearance, the King of Beihai felt very happy: "Where did Ling Feng go?"
Xu Ying smiled and said: "Autumn is two months away. He has been studying hard recently and writing articles every day. Today he went to the Zhao clan to study and ask Master Zhao for advice."
The King of Beihai nodded: "Zhao Yuanming is a famous scholar in Qingzhou. He won three yuan in a row back then. Ling Feng went to ask him for some advice, and it was of great use."
King Beihai walked around, sat down to rest, and then looked at his youngest daughter Xu Wan: "Guan'er, why haven't you spoken today?"
Xu Wan frowned slightly and said in a low voice: "Father, I have been a little restless these past two days, and I always have some bad premonitions." Before the King of Beihai could say anything, he smiled to himself again: "The days are so smooth and peaceful.
, I became suspicious."
As soon as he finished speaking, Liao Changshi from the feudal prince's palace hurried over.
This Liao Changshi was over forty years old. He was plain in appearance but shrewd and capable. He was in charge of the foreign affairs of the palace. He could be called the right-hand man of the King of Beihai.
"Your Majesty," Liao Changshi reported in a low voice: "Eunuch Ma from the palace sent someone to deliver a letter, and he also said that this letter was for the Crown Prince."
King Beihai's eyelids twitched: "Where is the messenger? Please come in. Send someone to Zhaojiafang immediately to invite the Crown Prince to return to his home."
…
What?
Did Eunuch Ma have someone send a letter?
When Xu Jing heard this, his brows moved and he winked at the soldier who sent the message.
The soldier was very clever and immediately lowered his voice: "The prince only asked me to invite the crown prince to return to the house. I don't know what was written in the letter."
Xu Jing hummed with a serious face: "I'll go back right away."
Turning around, he returned to his usual playful look: "Sister Yue Ya'er, I have to go back home first. I'll come back tomorrow."
Zhao Xiyan was wearing a light pink summer dress, her cheeks were also reflected in a pink color, and her black eyes were clear and bright: "Eunuch Ma sent someone to deliver a letter. There must be something wrong in the palace. I will go to the palace with you."
Xu Jing: "..."
Zhao Xiyan knew how to read lips. He had deliberately turned his back just now, while the soldier delivering the message was facing him. No matter how low his voice was, Zhao Xiyan could "hear" it clearly.
Xu Jing coughed and tried to persuade Zhao Xiyan to change his mind: "What big thing can happen in the palace? Maybe Eunuch Ma just wrote a letter to say hello. Just don't go and stay calm. I'll tell you if there's something important."
.”
Zhao Xiyan said, "Eunuch Ma took one hundred thousand taels of silver. Something big has happened. It's only right that I give you a warning. Let's go!"
Xu Jing was a little helpless: "Yue Ya'er..."
"Brother Chunsheng," Zhao Xiyan walked up to him and took the initiative to hold his hand. His handsome face was clearly reflected in her dark eyes: "We are an unmarried couple and we will live as husband and wife for the rest of our lives."
"I know you want to protect me and don't want me to worry. Don't worry, I'm not a delicate flower who can't withstand the wind and rain."
"We share the blessings. If there are difficulties, I will share them with you."
Xu Jing's eyes were hot and red. He held her hand tightly with his backhand and was suddenly speechless.
Zhao Xiyan pursed her lips and smiled, then reached out and took out the handkerchief and wiped the corners of Xu Jing's eyes.
Xu Jing cleared his throat and solemnly declared: "The wind is a bit strong today, and sand blew into my eyes just now."
Zhao Xiyan hummed, stood on tiptoes and blew his eyes: "Are you feeling better now?"
Xu Jing sniffed: "Okay."
Zhao Xiyan smiled and said, "Then let's go to the palace and see what Eunuch Ma's letter says."
Xu Jing nodded and walked out with her. He held her hand tightly and never let go.
