Looking at her second son, who is so dignified as a prince and prince-in-law, but he and his two brothers are jumping up and down like naughty boys, setting off fireworks and shouting from time to time, Fang Xuanling doesn't have the slightest intention to scold her, but only has a strong feeling of scolding.
of joy and kindness.
Once upon a time, what he was most afraid of was that no one would succeed him in the family business a hundred years later. The eldest son had a pedantic temperament. If he were to be the head of the family, he would sooner or later be swallowed up to the point where nothing was left. The second son was dull and stupid. Not only would it be difficult for him to become a great person, he would even
This brought disaster to the family. The third and fourth sons were both too young and had little room to grow.
As long as you think about your glorious life, no one will be able to support the family after your death, and you will even fall into ruin in a few years, and even your descendants will suffer misfortune, you will feel very worried...
However, it was a pity that this dull and dull boy suddenly became enlightened. One after another, he achieved great feats. Not only did he win His Majesty's favor and trust, but his official position and title also skyrocketed. In the blink of an eye, he had already climbed to
A little inferior to myself.
Although Fang Xuanling has a humble and gentle personality, after so many years of service as prime minister and assistant, and with so many famous officials and generals being respectful and obedient in front of him, it is natural that he can't help but feel a sense of complacency and pride in his bones.
However, his son has achieved such remarkable achievements in just a few years, which makes him feel proud that "it is natural to have a son", but also regrets that his son has grown up so well.
So fast, he, as a father, lacks a lot of fun. At least he can't hit him whenever he wants, or scold him whenever he wants...
Feeling disappointed.
The fuse is lit, and the fireworks soar into the sky, fly high into the clouds, and then explode, blooming into huge colorful fireworks. This is a new product newly developed by the fireworks workshop.
Various types of fireworks, large and small, high and low, form a clear sense of hierarchy in the sky, making each firework not a separate existence, but combined together to bloom a more brilliant brilliance.
Not only the family members and servants of the Fang family screamed in surprise, but even the people who had been waiting for the Fang family to set off the fireworks also cheered excitedly.
Nowadays, the Fang family’s setting off fireworks has almost become a reserved item in Chang’an City…
Nothing can remain at the highest point for a long time. It will flourish and then decline. After the ultimate splendor, it will naturally disappear into silence.
Back in the hall, the female relatives had taken out the cooked dumplings and put them on plates, and slowly set up a table.
Foods like dumplings appeared very early. "Guang Ya" written by Zhang Yi from the Wei Dynasty of the Three Kingdoms records that at that time there were foods shaped like crescent moons called "wontons", which were basically similar in shape to today's dumplings. By the Northern and Southern Dynasties, wontons were called "wontons".
It is shaped like a crescent moon, and the whole world eats it."
It's just that after the dumplings were cooked at that time, they were not taken out and eaten separately, but mixed with the soup in a bowl and eaten. Therefore, people at that time called the dumplings "wontons". This way of eating a thousand years later
It is still popular in some areas, such as Henan, Shaanxi and other places. When people eat dumplings, they put some coriander, chopped green onion, dried shrimps, leeks and other small ingredients in the soup.
By the Sui and Tang Dynasties, dumplings had become exactly the same as in later generations, and they were taken out and eaten separately on a plate.
It's just that the folk custom of eating dumplings during the Spring Festival did not become popular until the Ming and Qing Dynasties. Fang Jun always felt that not being able to take a bite of steaming dumplings after setting off firecrackers on New Year's Eve seemed like something was missing, and the flavor of the New Year was diluted.
There are many, so it is recommended that you have a meal at home on the New Year’s Eve night.
Nothing tastes better than dumplings...
Now his title is equal to that of Fang Xuanling, and his official position is one of the six ministers, a proper minister of the court, and his status represents the right to speak. So when he made this suggestion, even Fang Xuanling nodded and approved it.
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The piping hot dumplings were served on the table. Fang Xuanling picked up the chopsticks and looked at the whole family sitting around. Unfortunately, the children couldn't stand the sleepiness and went to sleep, so she picked up a dumpling and put it on the table.
On the plate, said: "Let's start."
It became lively instantly.
The women couldn't bear it any longer, so they finished eating quickly and went down to rest. They didn't need to stay up late, so they went back to their rooms to sleep.
Only the man was left eating slowly and slowly.
Fang Jun suggested: "Father, would you like to have a drink?"
Men have to watch the New Year's Eve and can't sleep. It's a long night to eat and talk while killing time.
Fang Xuanling said: "That's fine."
Fang Jun then ordered his servants and maids to boil a large pot of rice wine and fry some side dishes. The father and son ate and chatted around the table.
Dumplings are like wine, the more you drink, the more...
Probably because of the Chinese New Year, the atmosphere was very festive. Even Fang Yize and Fang Yiyi, who had always been frightened by their father, relaxed a little, especially Fang Yize who tentatively told a few jokes and found out that his father
Instead of scolding him, he stroked his beard and smiled happily, completely letting go.
The atmosphere is very warm.
The night leaks are deeper, and the time for a happy relationship is always too short. Before you know it, the watchman has already sounded the clock for five o'clock.
The father and son drank two large pots of rice wine, and then they dismissed the banquet and went back to their rooms.
Everyone has to clean up and put on new clothes. Fang Xuanling and Lu will sit in the hall to receive New Year greetings from relatives and friends at home and outside. Fang Yize and Fang Yiyi will go out to pay New Year greetings to the elders of other families.
Fang Jun, on the other hand, changed into his neat official uniform, went out and took a carriage to the outside of Chengtian Gate, waiting to attend the first court meeting in the eighteenth year of Zhenguan.
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It was still dark at this time and there was not much wind, but it was the middle of winter and the chill was imminent.
A row of red lanterns hung high on the gate of Chengtianmen, illuminating the square under the city wall. The courtiers who came to attend the court got off their carriages and gathered together in twos and threes, talking quietly, from time to time.
There was laughter.
Fang Jun just got off the carriage and looked around. He saw Li Daozong and Ma Zhou standing next to Prince Li Chengqian not far away, talking, and there were many officials surrounding them, so he walked over.
From time to time, people around me bowed and said with a smile: "I have met Duke Yue, wish you a happy new year."
Fang Jun had to stop, smiled and said in return, "Congratulations on getting rich."
The other party was shocked...
The status of merchants these days is very low. Although it has not reached the level that was suppressed by the Ming and Qing dynasties, it is still not on the stage. Although everyone likes money, talking about profit will be ridiculed, so Fang Jun opened his mouth.
The phrase "Congratulations on getting rich" is really unexpected.
Fang Jun looked at the other person's frozen face and was very satisfied with his prank. He laughed and continued to move forward.
His current official title is too high. Although the post of Minister of War has been suspended, news has spread in the palace that after the new year when the Yamen opens, he will be reinstated. Moreover, once His Majesty personally conquers the country, he will be the crown prince to supervise the country.
One of the assistant ministers.
With this status and status, who can’t help but rush to fawn over?
Ever since, the short distance of more than thirty meters to the prince's side took half a stick of incense to stop and go...
Finally, when he got close, he saluted and said, "I have met His Highness. I wish His Highness a speedy New Year and all your wishes may come true."
Li Chengqian's face was filled with joy. The auspicious words had good luck, so he nodded with a smile: "Happy New Year to you, Duke of Yue. We are happy with each other."
Fang Jun met with Li Daozong, Ma Zhou and the surrounding officials respectively, and then looked at Li Chengqian and asked with a smile: "During the Spring Festival, everything is renewed. I wonder if your highness plans to give some red envelopes to the ministers, and also let them
Would you like me to share in His Highness's happiness?"
Distributing red envelopes during the New Year has been around since ancient times. Most of them are given by the elders to the younger ones. The emperor will also give out rewards during the New Year. Basically, all the ministers in the court will have one, but asking for a red envelope from the Crown Prince is something new.
Very.
Li Chengqian was caught off guard by his move, but he was a dignified prince, how could he be stingy?
He could only say: "I got up early today and haven't made any preparations. Tomorrow I will hold a banquet in the East Palace. I will definitely prepare a red envelope, so I will be rewarded! I must satisfy you all."
Now, thanks to Fang Jun, Donggong's finances have improved greatly. Li Chengqian also said that he was very wealthy.
All the officials were immediately overjoyed. They didn't care about the red envelopes because they were all money. However, it was a rare opportunity to get closer to the prince, so they all joined in and said some happy words.
Wow, the atmosphere is very lively.
Even though the King of Jin has the support of His Majesty Li Er, in the final analysis the Crown Prince is still upright and has a great reputation. In addition, with the support of powerful factions such as Fang Jun, Ma Zhou, Li Daozong, Li Xiaogong, Li Ji, and Cheng Yaojin, now
His momentum in the court was booming, completely overshadowing the King of Jin, who was only supported by Guanlong.