There is no need to notify, there is no obstruction, Fang Yuan enters directly.
As soon as he entered, Fang Yuan felt that the atmosphere of Du Mansion was a bit heavy.
The servants who come and go all have heavy faces, and their steps are fast and silent.
Not long after, Du Miaoyan walked out, took over from the guard guard, and welcomed Fang Yuan inside.
"What happened?"
Fang Yuan looked at Du Miaoyan's expression a little differently and asked in a deep voice.
"My father's condition has worsened again."
Du Miaoyan sighed.
In the morning, after the fortune teller calculated the wedding date, Du Ruhui was so happy that he suddenly fell into coma.
After being treated by the imperial physician, he finally woke up, but his condition became more serious and he might not be able to survive for half a year.
"My condolences!"
Fang Yuan opened his mouth, but in the end there were only these two words.
I can only hold Du Miaoyan's hand tightly and give her cold little hands some warmth.
Du Miaoyan smiled bitterly, her eyes glistening, and held Fang Yuan's hand in reverse.
Not long after, Fang Yuan came to Du Ruhui's yard.
As soon as I arrived at the yard, I smelled a strong medicinal smell.
Enter the room and Mrs. Du will accompany you here.
Du Ruhui was lying on the bed, his hair seemed to be whiter than before.
"Uncle Du!"
Fang Yuan stepped forward quickly and choked with sobs.
"You're here."
"No need to be sad."
"Birth, aging, illness and death are the normal conditions of life."
Du Ruhui stretched out his hand and said in relief.
Fang Yuan quickly held Du Ruhui's hand and found that his hand was already skin and bones.
"You guys go out first, I'll have a chat with Fang Yuan."
Du Ruhui said softly.
Mrs. Du and Du Miaoyan left.
The door was closed, leaving only Fang Yuan and Du Ruhui.
"Fang Yuan, I have high hopes for you!"
Du Ruhui suddenly grabbed Fang Yuan's hand and said solemnly.
"Uncle Du, please speak clearly!"
Fang Yuan felt blocked in his heart and said respectfully.
He doesn't understand why Du Ruhui always values him?
"After I leave, I won't be able to help you anymore."
"But I believe that you will be no worse than me in the future."
"If you encounter any problems that cannot be solved, just come to my brother Chu Ke."
Du Ruhui smiled and said.
His younger brother Du Chuke is currently only in the fifth rank, and is on par with Fang Yuan.
But Du Ruhui has already arranged that when he is about to die, he will plead with Li Shimin and give his younger brother a promotion.
I originally wanted to beg Fang Yuan for mercy, but Fang Yuan rose too fast, and there were too many obstacles to rise, making it almost impossible, so there was no need to try.
"Uncle Du, don't worry."
Fang Yuan nodded solemnly.
Fang Yuan met Du Chuke when he went to Du Mansion last time.
"That's good."
"I asked the fortune teller to choose two auspicious times."
"One is August 15th and the other is October 1st. Which one do you think is better?"
Du Ruhui nodded with satisfaction, and then started talking about Fang Yuan and Du Miaoyan's marriage.
The auspicious time is calculated today. There are several days, and these two days are the most recent.
"August 15th."
Fang Yuan thought for a while and said.
It is already July, and there is only one month left until August 15th.
October 1st is actually quite good, but Fang Yuan feels that Du Ruhui doesn't have much time, so he chooses a closer date.
He probably thinks so too, but he still asks for his opinion, which shows that he respects himself and does not look down on himself because of his high status.
"Okay, August 15th is good!"
"Fang Yuan, I will leave my beauty to you from now on!"
"I also hope that for the sake of your beauty, you will take more care of the Du family!"
Du Ruhui's face glowed red, he was very satisfied with the result.
He also wants to settle down quickly and have his wish fulfilled quickly.
Being able to see my eldest daughter get married is my biggest wish at the moment.
"Uncle Du, don't worry!"
"I and the Du family are one!"
Fang Yuan said in a deep voice.
The Jingzhao Du family is a big family, so it is a good thing to be related to the Jingzhao Du family.
However, what Fang Yuan didn't know was that because Du Ruhui was promoted to Youpu She for a short period of time, he could not seek more benefits for the family, and there were many times when he preferred Li Shimin to rectify the family.
Therefore, among the entire Jingzhao Du clan, Du Ruhui's branch is actually not very popular among the Jingzhao Du clan, but because Du Ruhui's official position is the largest among the Jingzhao Du clan, there has never been any problem.
Now that he is about to leave, problems may gradually arise, and the days waiting for Du Miaoyan, Du He and others will definitely not be as good as before.
This is why Du Ruhui has always asked Du Miaoyan to find a good man to marry during his lifetime, so as not to become the object of exchange of interests.
"Are you encountering any problems now?"
"I want to help you before I leave."
Du Ruhui nodded with satisfaction, paused, and asked.
"I just have a little problem, and I want to ask Uncle Du for a favor."
Fang Yuan was about to shake his head, but suddenly thought of Zhang Ji and others.
"Tell me about it."
Du Ruhui asked curiously.
"The results of the imperial examination are out."
"Because I bet on the right question, nineteen candidates from Liaozhou were successful."
"But because the third prince leaked the test questions, I think the candidates from Kaliao Prefecture must be from the Ministry of Civil Affairs, and I also have a candidate who I'm quite satisfied with, but he doesn't look good."
Fang Yuan said truthfully.
He can actually find other people to help.
But others may not be able to solve this problem.
But if it's Du Ruhui, it's different. It can be solved in one sentence.
Even Minister Zuo Pushe would not object, after all, Du Ruhui died of illness soon.
When people are about to die, everyone will give them some face so that they can have a way out.
"It's a simple matter, I'll just explain it to you."
"But I hope you can go find the prince. It's also a good thing to get closer to the prince."
Du Ruhui did not hesitate, nodded and said.
However, he has his own ideas and hopes that Fang Yuan can contact Prince Li Chengqian.
Since it makes the third prince uncomfortable, Prince Li Chengqian will definitely be happy and will care more about Fang Yuan's abilities.
If Fang Yuan can get close to Li Chengqian, he will be bound to the crown prince, and he may be able to go further in the future.
Of course, if Du Ruhui was still alive, he would not advise Fang Yuan to get close to any prince.
"Just get close to the prince."
"He may not become an emperor in the future."
Fang Yuan shook his head and said.
There is nothing to hide in front of Du Ruhui.
Moreover, Fang Yuan still remembers a bit of history, that is, Du He participated in the rebellion of Crown Prince Li Chengqian and was beheaded.
Since he is about to marry Du Miaoyan, he must stop this matter and not let Du He and Li Chengqian get too close.
But if Du Ruhui can be told to Du He, it will definitely be more effective than his own. After all, it is a message before his death.
"Why do you say this?"
Du Ruhui's eyes suddenly became sharp.
He doesn't look like a sick old man at all, but a prime minister strategizing.
Du Ruhui is very relevant when it comes to the crown prince, because it concerns the family and the choices of countless people.
"Out of my judgment on history!"
Fang Yuan pondered for a moment and said solemnly.
"That's it?"
Du Ruhui was stunned.
"Yes."
Fang Yuan nodded.
He didn't want to explain and didn't know how to explain.
Even if you tell others about the identity of the time traveler, they may not believe it. It is just an explanation of your troubles.
"Okay, it's up to you."
"You ask someone to prepare pen and ink for me, and I will write to the Ministry of Personnel and His Majesty to recommend candidates from Liaozhou to become officials."
Du Ruhui took a deep look at Fang Yuan and finally did not ask any further questions.
Fang Yuan has come from a refugee to now, and it is most normal for him to have his own secrets.
His future will definitely not be worse than his own, or even better than his own, let Fang Yuan control himself.
"Thank you Uncle Du."
Fang Yuan thanked Du Ruhui again.
Thank him for recommending candidates from Liaozhou to me.
I also thank him for not continuing to question his judgment.
Soon, Mrs. Du and Du Miaoyan came in, bringing paper and pen.
Du Ruhui's health is not good, and it is not easy for him to write letters.
But he didn't want anyone to ghostwrite, and drove Fang Yuan and Du Miaoyan away, and would hire someone after they finished writing.
In fact, it is to create time for Fang Yuan and Du Miaoyan to be alone together.
So Fang Yuan and Du Miaoyan were wandering in the garden of Du Mansion, and finally stopped by the lake.
"Fang Yuan, which day did you choose?"
Du Miaoyan lowered her head slightly and kicked the small stones on the road.
She put her two beautiful hands behind her back, intertwined her fingers, and her face was slightly red.
"August 15th, what do you think?"
Fang Yuan knew what she was asking, so he smiled and said.
"Very, very good."
Du Miaoyan's heart trembled and her face turned redder.
As for the days calculated by fortune tellers, August 15th and October 1st are the two most recent days.
But Fang Yuan's choice of August 15th made her heartbroken. She felt that Fang Yuan valued her and wanted to get married to her.
"I'll ask you to prepare the betrothal gift later. Do your family have any requirements?"
Fang Yuan asked.
Betrothal gifts and dowry are both essential.
With Du Miaoyan's identity, the scale of the marriage must be very grand.
"This is up to you."
"But my mother has an opinion that I hope we can agree with."
Du Miaoyan smiled softly and moved her body closer to Fang Yuan.
"What's your opinion?"
Fang Yuan asked curiously.
The mother-in-law's opinion was not directed towards her alone, but towards both of her.
"As big as the wedding is, make it as big as possible."
"If you are short of money, you can budget it from the Du Fu."
"What my mother means is that she hopes our wedding can be a success for my father."
The shame on Du Miaoyan's face faded and she sighed.
When Du Ruhui was planning the date for Fang Yuan and Du Miaoyan to get married.
Mrs. Du also invited a fortune teller to calculate that the wedding of Fang Yuan and Du Miaoyan would bring happiness to Du Ruhui.
Although the success rate is not high, there is a glimmer of hope, so I hope Fang Yuan can make the wedding bigger, and it is best for the whole city to know about it.
"Understood."
Fang Yuan has no objection.
As for the money, the Fang Mansion still has it, there is no need for the Du Mansion.
"Thank you."
Du Miaoyan nodded slowly.
Take the initiative to throw yourself into Fang Yuan’s arms.
She hugged Fang Yuan and slowly relaxed her mood.
Getting married to Fang Yuan is joyful.
But my father is troubled by his illness and may die at any time.
"A husband and wife are of the same mind, and their strength can break through metal."
Fang Yuan patted Du Miaoyan's back and comforted her.
Thinking that Du Ruhui's time was short, Fang Yuan also felt heartbroken.
I don’t know where Sun Simiao is or whether he can cure Du Ruhui.
The two hugged each other, but they were worried, but it didn't stop them from getting closer.
"Hey!"
Suddenly, a startled sound sounded.
Fang Yuan and Du Miaoyan were so frightened that they subconsciously separated.
Looking towards the sound, I saw Du Miaoyun, Du Miaoyan's sister.
"Damn girl, are you looking for a slap in the face?"
Du Miaoyan raised her fist and said with a blush.
This girl was so scared that her heart jumped into her throat.
Although many people know about his relationship with Fang Yuan, such close hugs are still rare.
Du Miaoyan is very shy when being bumped into and teased.
"A little bit~"
"If you hit me, I will tell my mother!"
Du Miaoyun stuck out her tongue playfully and said arrogantly.
"Then go ahead and say it!"
Du Miaoyan snorted coldly and tried to slap Du Miaoyun.
My mother dotes on my sister too much, which is not a good thing for her growth.
As the eldest sister, Du Miaoyan felt that it was necessary to teach this younger sister a lesson.
"Wait!"
Du Miaoyun suddenly shouted.
She took her hand out from behind her back, and there were two letters in her hand.
Du Miaoyan stopped, looked at the letter clearly and then retracted her hand.
These are the two letters written by Du Ruhui just now, one to the officials and one to the emperor.
"I'm here to deliver a letter."
"There is hard work without credit, right?"
"Brother-in-law, do you think so?"
Du Miaoyun is a little kid, so he raised the letter and said.
"Yes."
"Miaoyun, what do you want?"
Fang Yuan chuckled and said.
Because of Du Miaoyan, he also has a good relationship with Du Miaoyun.
There is only one sister-in-law, so Fang Yuan treats Du Miaoyun very well.
"Hehe, I haven't thought of anything for the moment."
"Save it for now, and I'll ask you for what I want later, okay?"
Du Miaoyun said with a smile.
She looks very similar to Du Miaoyan, and even smiles more.
But Du Miaoyan rarely laughs, so the two sisters usually don't look that similar.
"Of course it's possible."
Fang Yuan had no objection and smiled.
"Then I'll give it to you."
"Dad said, you don't have to say goodbye to him."
Du Miaoyun handed the letter to Fang Yuan.
Then he stuck out his tongue at Du Miaoyan and left quickly.
"This girl was spoiled rotten by my mother."
Du Miaoyan stared at Du Miaoyun's back and snorted coldly.
"Children, just don't do bad things."
Fang Yuan chuckled.
It doesn't matter if children are naughty, as long as they don't do bad things.
"Well, I'll give it to you."
Du Miaoyan is just talking.
I don’t blame my sister in my heart.
On the contrary, it's better that Fang Yuan doesn't think his sister is too naughty.
Fang Yuan agreed and was sent to the door by Du Miaoyan and left.
After leaving, Fang Yuan did not return to the county government office, but went directly to the palace.
Soon, Fang Yuan saw Li Shimin.
"Is there any news about Bishamon?"
Li Shimin asked as soon as he saw Fang Yuan.
"No, it's a matter of imperial examination."
"I would like to ask Your Majesty to give more opportunities to Liaozhou candidates."
Fang Yuan shook his head and handed over the two letters from Du Ruhui.
"You also asked Du Xiang to intercede?"
Li Shimin took the letter and looked at Fang Yuan in surprise.
He didn't read the letter, just looked at the cover and put it aside.
"It was Du Xiang who asked me to talk about my wedding to Du Miaoyan and ask for a favor."
Fang Yuan said truthfully.
By the way, let’s talk about my relationship with Du Miaoyan.
Since Mrs. Du wants to make the wedding as grand as possible, the emperor's support is necessary.
"What date has it been decided on?"
Li Shimin was not surprised.
He had already heard it from Du Ruhui.
As the daughter of Prime Minister Du, getting married is not that simple. There is a possibility of political marriage, so the emperor's consent is very necessary.
Because Fang Yuan came from a clean background and was Li Shimin's wise minister, Li Shimin had no objection to the wedding and even supported it.
"August 15th."
Fang Yuan answered truthfully.
"Very good."
"Any arrangements?"
Li Shimin nodded and asked.
"Du Xiang doesn't."
"But Mrs. Du hopes to make the wedding bigger to bring happiness to Du Xiang."
Fang Yuan said.
"Happy?!"
"Yes, yes, you should indeed be happy!"
"Fang Yuan, you don't have parents, right? How about I attend the wedding as your elder?"
Li Shimin was immediately overjoyed and said excitedly.
"I have no objection."
"But His Majesty is attending as an elder, so I'm afraid many ministers will have objections."
Fang Yuan was stunned, then smiled bitterly.
If the emperor attends the wedding as an elder, it will be an unprecedented sensation and become very grand.
But it will definitely be opposed by many ministers.
"I have my own idea about this."
"Just say if you have any opinions?"
Li Shimin pondered for a moment and said in a deep voice.
If it can bring joy to Du Ruhui, it doesn't matter if the minister has any opinions.
"No objection."
Fang Yuan has no objection.
It’s too late to be happy.
"Okay, then the matter is settled."
Li Shimin nodded solemnly.
"That matter about the imperial examination..."
Fang Yuan pointed to the two letters and said.
"I have my own sense of proportion."
Li Shimin did not answer Fang Yuan directly.
But he is determined to train candidates who do not have aristocratic families, and Liaozhou candidates are the most suitable for training.
"There is a candidate named Zhang Ji here, who ranks third."
"I think he is a talented person with rich abilities and experience. The only shortcoming is his appearance."
"I believe that the imperial court's policy of judging people based on their appearance in the imperial examination selection is very inappropriate and is not conducive to your Majesty's eclectic selection of talents."
Fang Yuan continued.
"I will consider it."
Li Shimin pondered for a moment and waved his hands.
When Fang Yuan saw this, he knew that he couldn't say anything more and was about to leave.
"By the way, Li Jing's army will return to the court in seven days."
"When the time comes, Jieli Khan and the Eastern Turkic royal family will be escorted back to Chang'an City. Please pay more attention to the security of Chang'an City."