Chapter 367: The Shen Mansion passed the decree and granted the title of Gongren
Then, the civil and military officials of the Manchu Dynasty surrounded Zhao Shen and the entire delegation back to the palace and began to celebrate grandly.
As for why there were a hundred people in the delegation when they went out, but only a dozen or so when they came back, no one asked. Even if some ignorant people wanted to speak, there were people who liked them secretly holding them back.
The peace talks this time have exceeded the expectations and calculations of many people. At this time, there will definitely be no ignorant people to trace the source. Didn't you see that even His Majesty didn't say anything?
In Shen Mansion, Qian Hong ran towards the garden with a happy face and saw Liu Xiangling and Shao Muyu who were enjoying the sightseeing. He immediately said: "Madam, I am very happy. The mission from the north is back." , Moreover, the peace talks went smoothly, and the master won great glory for our Song Dynasty. His Majesty announced a three-day celebration, and even went out of the city in person to welcome..."
"ah……"
The two girls exclaimed, and Liu Xiangling said with joy on her face: "Husband, your husband is back."
Shao Muyu on the side was also very excited. It was just the end of April when he left, but now, three or four months have passed. Which day did they not miss?
"Danglang, Danglang..."
At this moment, the sound of gongs sounded at the door of Shen's mansion.
"This is a guard of honor to convey the decree!" Liu Xiangling's expression tightened slightly, and then she said to Shao Muyu: "Sister, go quickly and call everyone in the house, I should go out first. Lian'er, you go immediately Take the money and give it to the messengers later, so take more."
After that, the entire Shen Mansion became busy. Liu Xiangling went to greet him, Shao Muyu greeted the others, and Qian Hong was busy setting up the incense table.
When Liu Xiangling came to the door of Shen's Mansion, she saw that a long procession of honor guards had already arrived. She searched the procession with her eyes, but did not find the missing figure. There was a bit of disappointment in her eyes. .
However, she quickly calmed down her expression and stepped forward to greet him.
Liu Xiangling was a little surprised by the person who delivered the decree. Ordinary decrees were usually conveyed by eunuchs and chamberlains in the palace. Rarely, the decrees were delivered by imperial officials. However, at this moment, she was standing in front of the Shen Mansion. Yes, it turned out to be Shi Hao!
Although I dare not say that it is unprecedented for the left minister of the court to pass on the edict, it is definitely extremely rare. You must know that the identity of the person who passed the edict also represents the importance he attaches to this edict. Shi Hao came in person to It is already an ultimate reward.
"Meet Mr. Shi!"
Liu Xiangling stepped forward to salute, but Shi Hao laughed, "Mrs. Shen, get up quickly, you are the best today. Shen Tang has made great contributions, and your majesty specially awarded him a reward. I couldn't wait any longer, so I asked your majesty for your order and came here. Take a walk!”
"Thank you, sir! Sir, please come in!"
Just as he was talking, one person in the honor guard walked out with a smile.
"Do you recognize me, sister?" the man smiled at Liu Xiangling.
Liu Xiangling looked at the man in front of her with a bit of doubt on her face, but without waiting for his answer, the man said: "Shen Tang and I are sworn brothers, named Xin Qiji! I wonder what my brother-in-law can tell you. Pass. "
"Xiang Ling pays homage to brother!" Liu Xiangling suddenly realized, "My husband has mentioned to me several times that he was taken care of by his brother when he was in Sizhou, Northland. How could Xiang Ling not know..."
"Hahaha... your husband lied. It's obviously my brother who takes care of my elder brother..."
Liu Xiangling stood up and welcomed everyone in happily.
In the garden, Qian Hong had already set up the incense table, and everyone in the Shen Mansion had already kowtowed behind the incense table, waiting for Shi Hao to deliver the edict.
Seeing that everything was ready, Shi Hao's expression condensed slightly, and then he shouted loudly: "Shen Tang's wife, Mrs. Liu, accepts the order!"
Everyone in the field bowed down!
"The emperor was entrusted with the destiny of heaven, and the edict said:...The Liu family is a virtuous and virtuous person, and I order her to be a fourth-grade respectful person. I admire this..."
The others were fine and just happy, but Cheng Ru was almost dumbfounded! Her daughter was actually made a respectful person? Even her husband was only from the fourth rank back then, and she had never been granted the honorary title. He was rewarded according to his decree. Who is this son-in-law of his own? He is so favored by His Majesty. In the future, will his daughter return the favor? Sure enough, his previous teachings were correct. Otherwise, it would be difficult to find such a son-in-law even with a lantern. ah.
After everyone received the edict and thanked them, Liu Xiangling solemnly took the edict from Shi Hao's hand, turned around and handed it into her mother's hands.
This kind of imperial edict needs to be set up for prosecution. However, judging from the current situation, it is unknown how much the Shen family's imperial edict will require in the future...
Several little girls came forward, holding exquisite money bags and delivered them to the hands of everyone who was delivering the order. Even Shi Hao got a point. Shi Hao did not refuse. This is the custom, and today is also a big happy event. This It’s also considered a blessing.
"Sir, please come in..." Liu Xiangling invited.
However, Shi Hao waved his hand, "I will go back first. Your Majesty is still waiting for me to go back and deliver the order. In addition, although the peace talks have been completed, Shen Tang is still staying in Zhongdu for the time being. I am afraid it will take some time to I hope Mrs. Shen can understand me when I come back! Master Shen went there and had a verbal battle with the civil and military officials of the Jin Dynasty. He forcefully forced the Jin Emperor and won great glory for the Song Dynasty. He almost never failed to open up new territories. , I... I really admire you!"
When they heard that Shen Tang had not returned, the expressions on both Liu Xiangling's and Shao Muyu's faces instantly dimmed.
However, listening to Shi Hao's heartfelt words, I felt extremely proud. This is my husband, making this dignified left prime minister ashamed...
Shi Hao turned around and left, but Xin Qiji smiled and said, "Brothers and sisters, don't be disappointed. I also went to Zhongdu and met Brother Qi. Brother Qi also asked me to write you a letter and come back..."
"Ah..." The two girls rejoiced and took the letter from Xin Qiji's hand, and then said apologetically: "I hope you won't blame me for being negligent. Brother, please come in... Zhu'er, hurry up and prepare tea..."
"Haha, you don't need to worry about me, just go. Qian Hong and I are old acquaintances. I'll go and have a drink with them!" After saying that, he directly grabbed Qian Hong and several other guards and looked aside with a smile. I walked past one of the rooms.
Shao Muyu, Cheng Ru and a few little girls all gathered around, eagerly looking at the unopened letter in Liu Xiangling's hand.
Liu Xiangling smiled helplessly, "Come on, let's go in first and see what our husband said. This enemy has not been back for several months. I wonder if everyone at home misses him..."