Liu Xiangling stepped forward and respectfully welcomed Wang Quan, Wang Jiayu and others into the mansion.
After the two parties were polite, Wang Quan smiled and said, "Everyone, let's do business first and talk later."
Wang Jiayu nodded, came to the incense table that had been set up, and respectfully took out the imperial edict and opened it!
"The Emperor is entrusted with the destiny of heaven, and the edict says: Today there is the Liu family, Wanyan family, the wife of Shen Tang, the direct bachelor of Longtuge, who is Roujia Shushun, graceful and graceful, dignified and Shurui, restrained and restrained..."
First there was a long paragraph of scripted praise, and finally, Wang Jiayu shouted loudly, "Immediately, I will be canonized as a third-grade lady! I admire this!"
Logically speaking, Liu Xiangling is the head wife and Wanyan Yue should be the concubine.
However, Wanyan Yue was the princess of the Jin Kingdom and was favored by the Emperor of the Jin Kingdom. Therefore, even the Song Dynasty Court had to treat Wanyan Yue and Liu Xiangling equally!
"Thank you for your kindness, Your Majesty!"
Liu Xiangling suppressed the joy in her heart and led everyone in the Shen Mansion to salute respectfully.
In fact, in ancient times, married women did not have any rights, and the rank of canonization basically corresponded to the rank of the husband.
But why did women in ancient times take a fancy to their destined wives?
The fundamental reason is that this is the recognition and appreciation of women by the entire court!
In ancient times, there were differences between men and women. In many cases, women were just appendages of men, even if they were high-ranking princesses or princesses.
After being granted a title, it means that you have an identity and status, and you can participate in some activities according to etiquette, and even enter the palace to pay greetings to the queen! This is naturally a supreme honor for ancient women!
After respectfully receiving the imperial edict, Wang Jiayu bowed slightly and saluted Liu Xiangling. Although Mrs. Gaoming was not an official, she enjoyed some of the authority brought by her rank.
For example, Liu Xiangling is now a third-grade lady. Officials with official status below third-grade must bow first when they see her.
Although Wang Jiayu is the Minister of Rites, he is only from the third rank.
Therefore, she is half a level lower than this third-grade lady, so it is natural to salute.
As for other people waiting, they don’t dare to be negligent in the slightest!
After the salute, Wang Quan took two steps forward and said loudly, "Official orders..."
Liu Xiangling and others were stunned. How come there was another oral edict just after the imperial edict was issued?
However, everyone did not dare to neglect, they just wanted to salute again.
However, Wang Quan waved his hand and said, "Mrs. Shen, there is no need to be polite. The officials have told you, just listen quietly."
After saying that, Wang Quan continued, "The Liu family is virtuous and virtuous. The Shen Mansion has managed Lianli City and has contributed to the peace of the people! A special reward of one thousand taels of gold and fifty pieces of brocade and silk... In addition, the Shao family in Jiangnan has made great contributions to the country. After that, Everyone will be rewarded..."
After finishing his words, Wang Quan looked at everyone with a smile and said, "Mrs. Shen, Master Shen has made great achievements in pacifying the Chengdu Mansion this time. His Majesty is very happy and hereby decrees a reward!"
After hearing this, Liu Xiangling and others knew the reason for this imperial edict.
"Sir, is the war in Chengdu over?"
Liu Xiangling asked in surprise.
Wang Quan nodded, "A few days ago, according to the Chengdu Prefecture battle report, Master Shen has wiped out the Chengdu Prefecture, and the remaining Tibetan soldiers and horses have surrendered. Now there are only some complicated things left that require Master Shen to work hard. I think it will be carried out in a short time." Return with honor!"
As soon as this statement came out, everyone in the Shen Mansion was naturally happy!
"My lords, tea has been prepared in the courtyard..." Suppressing the surprise in her heart, Liu Xiangling led Wang Quan, Wang Jiayu and the others towards the main hall, while the rest were waiting, and naturally someone went to take care of them.
Everyone else returned to their rooms, but Shao Xun and Sheng Yongde followed them behind Liu Xiangling's signal.
After all, she and Wanyan Yue are women, so it is more convenient for Shao Xun and Shao Xun to be together!
After entering the hall, Liu Xiangling and her two daughters chatted with each other for a while, Liu Xiangling stood up and said, "Two adults, you have worked hard all the way to Lianli City. Please stay in Lianli City for two more days and let me, Shen Mansion, entertain you well." I'm sorry! I'm going to prepare some food and wine right away. It's already getting late, and my two uncles will definitely have two more drinks with the two adults later."
Wang Quan stood up, nodded and said, "In this case, I will chat all night and return tomorrow.
The two ladies can go on their own, it is enough to have Mr. Shao and Mr. Sheng by their side."
Liu Xiangling and the others left, and four people sat across from each other in the hall to chat!
Looking at Shao Xun and Sheng Yongde who looked eager, Wang Quan suddenly said, "I would also like to congratulate Mr. Shao. Mr. Shen will return with a great victory soon. Your Majesty will definitely arrange to marry Mr. Shen. By then, the Shao family can be said to be It's a glorious lintel! Moreover, this time in the battle of Chengdu, the Shao family and the Sheng family contributed a lot to this, and everyone in the official family will remember it in their hearts.
This time I came in a hurry, so I just rewarded the two ladies first, and then when Master Shen returns, the officials will definitely reward the world, and maybe the descendants of your family will also be rewarded for it..."
Shao Xun and Sheng Yongde looked at each other, with surprise in their eyes!
If you really give a reward or two to the descendants of the two families, it is definitely worth comforting the ancestors.
Although the two families are as wealthy as Jiangnan, how can the merchant's family compare to the Lord?
Even the lowest-level baron is enough to change the status of the two families, but no amount of money can buy these.
"Thank you for your kind words, sir. It is our duty to contribute to the country.
Although we are from a family of merchants, we also know how to be loyal to the emperor and patriotic."
Wang Quan said respectfully.
Wang Quan nodded. The biggest purpose of his coming this time was to convey the official's favor to the Shen family and the forces behind Shen Tang! Regarding matters such as rewards, there are many constraints from the court, which is why , only two women were awarded first, but the rest was not carried out.
After all, it is reasonable for the two women to be granted the title of third-grade official, which will have no impact on the overall situation of the court. Moreover, Shen Tang is also holding the title of third-grade official, so it is reasonable to reward the lady.
To appease everyone's hearts and let everyone know His Majesty's deep meaning is the biggest purpose of King Quan's coming here.
Of course, his coming here is also related to Zhao Ling, but there is no need to elaborate here!
At night, Shao Xun and others accompanied Wang Quan and others to the banquet. The entire Shen Mansion also celebrated happily, and it was not until Zishi that the banquet gradually came to an end!
Fortunately, there are many courtyards in the Shen Mansion, so although it is a bit crowded to accommodate these dozens of people, it is still manageable.
In particular, Wang Quan and Wang Jiayu were placed directly in two secluded courtyards.
After returning to his courtyard, Wang Quan did not rest. Instead, he drank a few cups of tea to relieve his hangover, and then was led towards the courtyard where Zhao Ling was.