Brothers Fang Yizhi and Fang Jun were called to the study room, and they saw Fang Xuanling happily throwing the Book of Songs aside.
Fang Jun was a little funny.
Why have the Book of Songs been cast aside?
Because when the ancients named babies, they definitely did not do it randomly, but followed it. Simply put, there is a rule, that is - the Book of Songs for women, the Songs of Chu for men, the Analects of Confucius, and the Book of Changes of Wu. The ancients valued boys.
Young girls, even famous officials like Fang Xuanling, are no exception. Putting aside the Book of Songs, it means that a male will be born in the family, and there will be successors. The incense will multiply, and there will be two males at once.
How can Xuanling not smile?
However, Fang Yizhi was a little bit amused. He sat on the chair and said sourly: "You can just name it whatever you want. Why call the child here? Anyway, you have to make the decision."
In a large family, generally speaking, the most senior immediate family member has the final say on naming a child. Even if Fang Jun is the father of the child, he does not have this right, let alone Fang Yizhi? Let him go before him
I'm just here to prove my identity as the eldest son of the eldest son, it's useless.
Fang Xuanling lowered her face and reprimanded: "This is the eldest grandson and the second grandson of the Fang family. He will be the pillar of the Fang family in the future. Naturally, he must choose a safe name so that the child will have a smooth life and have outstanding talents. How can he do it casually?"
Fang Yizhi pursed his lips and said nothing.
We don’t have a son, aren’t you stabbing my heart by saying that?
No, I have to work hard when I go back to my room at night. The only serious thing is to have a son as soon as possible...
Fang Jun was also a little depressed. He said, "My son and grandson are the lifeblood of the couple." The baby's nipple hair hasn't faded yet. Does this mean he pays more attention to us than the two of us?
Fang Xuanling took a sip of tea, ignored the two brothers, put down the tea cup and began to flip through the book, looking for sentences or words with perfect meanings.
After a long while, he held an open book of "Book of Changes" and said: "Since God has blessed me, everything is good and bad. The boy born to Mei Niang should be given the word 'you'. What do you two think?"
Fang Jun and Fang Yi looked at each other and nodded silently.
The old man asked politely, but how could they have any say in the matter? If Baozhun raised any questions, he would definitely be reprimanded...
Besides, the word "you" is really good.
How can we explain that he was born stubbornly in such a situation of being abandoned, if not for the blessing of God? Moreover, "Since God has blessed him, good luck and no disadvantages" come from the "Dayou" hexagram in the "Book of Changes". This hexagram is under the Li
Above, there is Yuanheng, whose virtues are strong and civilized. They follow the heaven and act according to the times, so they are called "Yuanheng".
"Xiang" says: Fire is in the sky, "there is greatness". A gentleman should curb evil and promote good, and surrender his life in obedience to heaven.
The meaning is very good.
Fang Xuanling was very satisfied with this word and continued to flip through the book.
When Fang Jun saw his father's happy face, he couldn't help but said: "God has blessed me with good luck and good luck. Since I took the name 'you', if not, I would use the word 'lucky' as the word. What does father think?"
"Pfft", Fang Yi on the other side spurted out the tea he just drank in his mouth.
Fang Xuanling glared angrily and shouted: "Fart!"
Since ancient times, families with some poetry and calligraphy knowledge have rarely given their children names such as "Auspicious" or "Fugui". Just like the ancient names such as "Meimei" and "Lili", only the geishas in the brothels would give them names.
Just treat it as a stage name...
Fang Jili?
What the hell is this name? It sounds like you come from a lowly family...
Fang Xuanling glared at Fang Jun: "The child is still young, why are you so anxious about picking up characters?"
The seniority ranking of the three generations of the Fang family is "Cheng". Even if you want to choose a name, you have to choose it according to this "Cheng" character. In any case, it is impossible to choose a name like "Auspicious".
Fang Jun was just teasing his father. If he really chose such a vulgar name, he would be the first to give up! Then he asked with a smile: "What about the boss? What name should I give him?"
Fang Xuanling was extremely dissatisfied with Fang Jun's humiliation. She glared fiercely and then turned the book again: "Wait!"
The two brothers remained silent.
In fact, with Fang Xuanling's knowledge, there is no need to look through books to find a name for a child? But at this moment, caring is confusing, and he is afraid that there is something wrong with the name he picked out, so he must look through the book to try to figure out the meaning.
That's safe.
After searching for a long time, Fang Xuanling still couldn't find a suitable name. He chose a few words, but they always had some shortcomings and were not perfect.
Fang Xuanling then raised her eyes and looked at her two sons: "Do you have any special words that you can use for reference?"
When it comes to knowledge, he is extremely satisfied with his two sons.
Needless to say, Fang Jun's literary talent is unparalleled in the world. His poems and songs are praised all over the world, and they have a place in the history. Those famous poems will definitely be sung even after a hundred generations. As long as he produces some quality from time to time.
No less than the previous works, the reputation of "a literary giant of the generation" is firmly marked on him, and the Fang family can rely on Fang Jun's fame to be passed down to future generations.
Although the eldest son Fang Yizhi is a bit pedantic in temperament, he is also very knowledgeable. He is rich in poetry and books. Even though he is not as talented as Fang Jun, he is more down-to-earth and has a very strong memory. He just lacks flexibility and is not as talented as Fang Jun.
If you think outside the box, your achievements will be limited.
Fang Yizhi shook his head when he heard this: "There is no such thing as a word of love."
Just kidding, he’s not my son, why are you asking me? I’m too lazy to get involved...
Fang Jun also smiled and said: "It's up to you to make the decision. No matter what, my child has no objection."
Even if I say a name, it will definitely be rejected by Fang Xuanling...
Fang Xuanling had no choice but to rummage for a while, and was suddenly pleasantly surprised. She pointed to a book of "Book of Rites" in her hand and said, "Sip Shu and drink water to your heart's content. This is called filial piety... How about choosing the word Shu?"
Fang Yizhi, who is indeed full of knowledge, answered: "Shu is the general name of all beans. But soybeans are called Shu, bean sprouts are called Huo, and adzuki beans are called Shu... Shu is the strongest crop... Not bad, good name."
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Shu means beans. Shu water means beans and water. "Sip Shu and drink water to your heart's content" means that even if you live a poor life and have a meager diet, you should sincerely support your elders. This is called filial piety...
Fang Jun also nodded, expressing satisfaction.
Unlike this son, who had to fight for his life for a long time before being born smoothly, the eldest son was born smoothly. His mother is a princess, and his grandfather is His Majesty Li Er. He has royal blood. It can be said that as long as he does not rebel, his life will be smooth and peaceful. The rich will take it.
A name with the word "载" is like a common name given to a child for the sake of good fertility. Although "载" is a bean, "载 has the strongest crops", which means that beans are the toughest type of crops.
There is also a saying in "Book of Han Dynasty" that "the bean is difficult to kill", which means that beans may appear to be ordinary, but in fact they have extremely strong vitality.
Fang Shu, Fang You...
Both names have their own meanings, and both represent the most sincere blessings and yearnings of the elders for children, including endless love and sustenance.
*****
The doors and windows inside the house are closed, and the warm sunlight shines in through the bright glass, making it bright and cozy. A branch of apricot branches covered with pink buds stretches diagonally outside the window, swaying gently with the breeze, making it beautiful and moving.
The bed was covered with a brocade quilt. Even though the room was warm, Wu Meiniang was still a little annoyed by the maid's movements of tucking her feet in from time to time. She scolded softly: "Why are you so cautious? It's very hot under the quilt!"
The maid hurriedly said: "Don't be upset, madam. The old lady has warned me many times. Even the head of the house has asked me several times. He said that you just gave birth and all the bones in your body are open. You can't stand a breath of wind. You must pay attention."
Yes. If the wind and cold enter the body, you will suffer for the rest of your life."
After hearing that Fang Xuanling and Lu specially told the maid, Wu Meiniang pursed her lips and stopped talking.
But there is a warm current flowing slowly in my heart...
Fang Xuanling's temperament is well known throughout the court. He looks gentle but is actually cold. He is very particular about rules. As a father-in-law, being able to pay such attention to his daughter-in-law is even harder than the sun rising from the west. This shows that he is sincere to himself.
Good...
Even though Fang Jun is obedient to her, she is different from others after all. She has been treated coldly and harshly by her brother at home since she was a child. When has she ever enjoyed such warm family affection?
After regaining her life between life and death, and being so moved, Wu Meiniang's heart was so filled with joy that she almost overflowed, and her eyes became a little red.
"Oh, my Lady Wu, you can't cry! If you cry now during your confinement period, your eyes will suffer from disease and you may even go blind!" The maid made a fuss and tried to dissuade her again and again.
Wu Meiniang was also frightened, if she took it seriously and lost her sight in the future...
He quickly regained his composure and held back his tears.
"Where is the child?" Wu Meiniang asked as the child was no longer in the house.
"The wet nurse is breastfeeding right now, hee hee. Speaking of it, Xiaolang looks thin, but he has an amazing appetite. The original wet nurse couldn't bear it after just two days, so Erlang had to find another wet nurse, and the two of them worked together
Only then can I feed Xiaolang..."
Wu Meiniang had a happy smile on her lips. What could make parents happier than having their children well fed and drunk?
Just as he was about to ask the maid to bring his son over, he heard the sound of footsteps outside, and a woman opened the door curtain and walked in, saying: "Ms. Wu, there are people from your family, including your sister and your two brothers.
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Wu Meiniang was still happy when she heard that her sister Wu Shunniang was coming, but when she heard that her two brothers were also coming, her pale and pretty face sank.