Red Mansion: Incense and God Road, starting from the City God of Shenjing

Chapter 47: The Imperial Decree Reaches the Purple-robed Marquis of Jin
It’s okay for the Sanchun sisters.

Yuanyang and the others knew that Jia Cong was not as cold as outsiders thought, and he cared deeply about his sisters.

But I didn't expect that I had it too.

Everyone's eyes turned red.

In this era, not to mention maids, even concubines could be given to each other as gifts.

If they kill someone, they just report it to customs and pay some money as compensation.

How could a young master value a maid so much?

She was extremely grateful that Grandmother Jia had arranged for her to live in Lixiangyuan.

I just feel that even if I die for Jia Cong now, it would be worth it.

……

"I will first teach you the technique, and then explain to you how to practice..."

"The three yins are the essence of water, condensing true water and transforming it into soft cotton."

"It is to absorb the most yin and cold power between heaven and earth..."

Jia Cong began to slowly explain the technique until the sun rose high in the sky.

This is a brief explanation of the first level of the Three Yin True Water Art.

After taking a look at the sky, Jia Cong stood up.

"It's getting late, let's have lunch first."

"After lunch, I will teach you how to practice."

"Thank you, Brother Cong."

Daiyu stood up and bowed solemnly. Here, only Lin Daiyu knew how precious the martial arts taught by Jia Cong were.

Said without politeness.

This can become the foundation for a powerful family.

"We are siblings, why is Sister Lin suddenly so distant from me?"

Jia Cong didn't care and responded with a smile.

But at this moment, a maid ran over.

Said at the door.

"Master, someone from Rongqing Hall just came to pass on a message."

"It is said that an imperial edict has arrived from the palace, and they are waiting for you to receive it."

"okay, I get it."

Jia Cong nodded calmly, then turned to the girls and said, "It looks like we'll be late for dinner."

"Brother Cong, the Mid-Autumn Festival has just passed, why did the palace receive another imperial decree?"

Yingchun felt a little uneasy.

"It's okay. I'll tell my second sister in detail about what happened on the night of the Mid-Autumn Festival later."

"Come with me to receive the imperial edict first. It is not a good idea to keep the people from the palace waiting too long at this time."

On ordinary days, Jia Cong would naturally not care about the imperial edict.

Having dinner with sisters is important, so I just have to wait.

This is a critical moment in the plan, which concerns the practice of Shinto.

Everything has its own priorities.

How can face compare to real benefits?

……

Wait until a few people come to the front yard.

Grandmother Jia, Jia Zheng, Jia Lian, and several male members of the Rongguo Mansion were all there.

The incense table for receiving the imperial decree has been set up in the courtyard.

"Master Jia is here."

"This old servant sends his regards to the master."

Xia Shouzhong's eyes lit up when he saw Jia Cong.

He hurried forward.

Compared with a few days ago, his tone was obviously much more humble.

"It's only been two days since we last met, why are you being so polite, Manager Xia?" Jia Cong bowed lightly.

"But His Majesty has another decree?"

"I knew I couldn't hide it from you, Lord. I've been with your Majesty for so long, but I've never seen your Majesty think so highly of someone."

Xia Shouzhong hurriedly flattered, "My Lord, how about we accept the decree first?"

"Alright, thank you for your hard work, Manager Xia."

Jia Cong nodded.

As Xia Shouzhong came to the incense table, he stood still calmly.

"The Emperor Shunde of Heaven decrees this!"

"I have received the mandate of heaven and rule the world. Fortunately, I have loyal ministers and good generals to assist me, and my country is safe and stable."

"Today, Purple Earl Jia Cong is brave and fearless. He stepped forward in times of danger, eradicated the White Lotus rebels, and saved the emperor."

"Promote Purple Robe Earl to the second-class Purple Robe Marquis."

"Give me 30,000 mu of fertile land in the south of the Yangtze River, 10,000 taels of silver, and 1,000 pieces of brocade."

"I hereby order!"...

A moment later, everyone in the Jia family was shocked.

The reading of the imperial edict is over.

"My Lord, hey, look at this old servant's mouth, from now on I have to call you Lord!"

Xia Shouzhong took the imperial edict and handed it over with a flattering look.

"It is rare in ancient times to be granted the title of marquis at the age of nine."

"Your Majesty originally wanted to find a few more imperial manors near the capital, but after searching for a long time, he couldn't find any suitable ones."

"So I found a few connected imperial farms in Jiangnan and gathered 30,000 acres of fertile land for the Marquis."

"The mansion that His Majesty ordered the Ministry of Works to build for the Marquis was originally designed as a Marquis's residence."

"But this morning His Majesty issued an order to change to the Duke system, so the renovation of the mansion will probably be delayed for two months. Please don't blame me, Lord."

"Thank Your Majesty for me!" Jia Cong nodded.

……

"Your Majesty actually asked me to bring you a message, but I still have an imperial decree that has not been read out yet. Please wait a moment, Your Majesty."

Xia Shouzhong confessed a crime.

Then he picked up an imperial edict from the young eunuch behind him.

Said to Lady Jia who was still in shock.

"Old Lord Feng, is Miss Yingchun from your house here?"

"This second imperial edict was issued by His Majesty to Miss Yingchun."

All of a sudden, Yingchun became the focus of everyone.

Xia Shouzhong followed the direction of everyone's gaze.

A flattering smile appeared on his face again.

"This is Miss Yingchun, right?"

"Your Majesty has granted permission that Miss Yingchun does not have to kneel when she receives the decree."

"Well, thank you, eunuch." Yingchun acted a little stunned.

But Xia Shouzhong just put on an expression of being flattered.

"No, no, Miss Yingchun is really embarrassing me."

"Let's take the order first!"

Xia Shouzhong gestured to Yingchun to stand in front of the incense table, and then unfolded the imperial edict.

"The Emperor Shunde of Heaven decrees this!"

"I rule the world, care for the people, govern the country with benevolence, and treat my subjects with kindness. Yingchun, the daughter of Rongguo Mansion, is gentle and dignified, with noble character. Her family tradition is upright, and she has cultivated talents for the court. I am very pleased."

"She is specially appointed as the Princess of Ning'an County, with an annual salary of 2,000 dan, a golden book and a golden seal, two imperial manors outside the capital, 500 taels of gold, 5,000 taels of silver, 10 hu of pearls, two pairs of jadeite ruyi, two coral trees, and 200 rolls of brocade to show her honor."

"Appreciate this!"

After a moment, the imperial edict was read.

Amid everyone's envious gazes, Yingchun still hadn't come to her senses.

The title of County Princess is a royal family title, equivalent to the second rank.

It is usually conferred upon the daughter of a prince.

If some civil and military ministers made great contributions, the royal family would make an exception and reward their daughters.

However, this situation is extremely rare, not to mention in Daqian, even in the previous dynasties.

The families that were granted titles were all extremely favored by the royal family.

It is a symbol of status.

Moreover, according to the regulations of Daqian, noble titles do not have fiefs, but only food salaries. The value of the title depends entirely on the food salaries.

The salary of a county lord usually ranged from 1,000 to 1,300 dan.

The salary of two thousand dan was completely exceptional and comparable to that of a prince of a royal family.

"This old servant pays his respects to the Lady of Ning'an County and congratulates her!"

Xia Shouzhong was very tactful and continued with the reason of congratulations, awakening the shocked Yingchun.

Eunuchs were slaves of the royal family.

Before, Xia Shouzhong called himself an old slave in front of Jia Cong to show his humility and flattery.

Now that Yingchun has been awarded the title of County Princess, Xia Shouzhong calls himself an old slave again.

But it is really legitimate.

"Ah, thank you, sir."

Yingchun was awake, but still felt as if she was in a dream.

I couldn't help but think of what Jia Cong said a few days ago.

If you like, ask the royal family for a title for yourself within three years.

just now……

Not to mention three years, not even half a month has passed.

The imperial edict has arrived.

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