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Chapter 416 Asking for Credit and Rewards
Of course there must be wow!
With Lin Youan as a foundation, the emperor had already considered what reward to give to make his Dai Xiaoqi look better. Now that he unexpectedly learned that the Lin family was also a well-known clan, Shen Mufeng could stand up straighter when he went to help ask for credit and reward.
When he came before the king, he started talking a lot, which aroused the emperor's love for eating melons.
"Which Xihe Lin family? I remember the Minister of the Imperial Household Lin Jianshen. He seems to be from the Annan Lin family? Right, little Weizi?"
For this kind of information that is difficult to remember clearly, he habitually asked the personal steward, and Old Wei lived up to the emperor's expectations and stepped forward to verify.
"Your Majesty is right. Lord Lin's branch is indeed not of the same lineage as Young Master Lin's."
Upon hearing this, Shen Mufeng continued to help the Lin family gain credit.
"Your Majesty, my subordinates have successfully figured out a better forging technique according to the secret recipe passed down by the Lin family's ancestors. Whether it is the sharpness of the weapons or the defensive power of the armor, they are obviously much better. Please take a look, Your Majesty."
When he presented the finished product to the emperor, his eyes lit up surprisingly.
He was not the kind of fool who didn't know the value of things. Just by looking at the brightness of the light armor in front of him, it was obvious that it was different from before. He reached out and picked up the simple-shaped dagger, and swung it at the palace lantern pillar next to him, leaving a deep mark on the wrist-thick wooden pillar.
"Hahaha, good!"
The emperor burst into laughter.
"My great general has worked hard, you deserve a reward!"
Shen Mufeng quickly spoke up.
"I dare not take credit for it. This is all the work of my subordinates. Of course, the most important one is Lin Youan, who selflessly presented the family secrets to the court in the hope of strengthening the country. Your Majesty, they should be the ones to be rewarded!"
This is why Shen Mufeng still retains his prestige in the army three years after returning to Beijing. Not only because he is good at fighting, but also because he knows how to behave. Under him, you are a general and you never have to worry about being deprived of credit. Credit belongs to whoever deserves it.
The emperor stared at the sharp blade in his hand and nodded with satisfaction. Of course, he was even more satisfied with this kid Shen Mufeng, who was still clear-headed and aware of the current situation, and knew when to receive what reward.
Of course, if he could continue to be his General of Cavalry peacefully, and not pretend to be weak in front of Xiao Qi all day long, and only want to eat the bowl of soft rice in Princess Rongchang's mansion, it would make me more satisfied.
He glanced at Shen Yezhu with a knowing look. The sarcastic words that the emperor snorted today were inexplicably filled with a hint of pleasure.
"Humph, you seem to be very concerned about that little bastard Lin Youan, and you are trying to ask for credit and reward for him in the Lin family. Would I treat a meritorious person unfairly?"
"I have absolutely no intention of doing so."
He frowned and told the truth. Facing the king's subtle criticism, the general showed no fear. Instead, he complained like a junior to a familiar elder, and every word in his voice revealed a sense of familiarity and intimacy.
"You don't know, but the eldest sister-in-law of the Lin family has been busy looking for a marriage partner for the eldest daughter of the family recently, but she has not found any suitable one. The younger generations themselves don't think there is anything wrong, but they make the elders around them anxious and worried. Alas."
This fellow was very cunning and spoke in a roundabout way. The emperor, who understood, rolled his eyes at him. Humph, which elder is worried about this? Is it you or Dai Xiaoqi? How can you be considered an elder to the younger generation of the Lin family?
Shen was only thinking about pleasing the girl he liked and helping her get things done, so he turned a blind eye to the emperor's mocking look.
"Your Majesty, you also know that since ancient times, marriages have always been between two families.
Although the Lin family has the support of Princess Rongchang's Mansion, it is not their own family after all. Which of those respectable and proper families would be willing to marry them?
The Lin family's eldest brother and his wife sighed every day because their children were neither high nor low in marriage. If they could have a decent family background, they would have saved themselves a lot of trouble.
It just so happened that I heard Youan talking about the origins of Lin's ancestors yesterday, and they turned out to be descendants of a famous family, so I wanted to report something to His Majesty."
"Oh, what do you have to report to me? You, a bastard, have already decided on the rules yourself, otherwise why would you come here to offer your treasures?"
"I am innocent. I just reported to His Majesty some time ago that I had found a new recipe for ironwork and wanted to try to make better weapons. How can you say that you made rules without authorization? Isn't it just a coincidence that we came across it today?
Your Majesty, you will reward those who have made contributions according to their merits. It just so happens that the Lin family now needs a decent family background to marry a daughter-in-law. This is why I am so enthusiastic and say something..."
"I'm listening to your nonsense!"
The emperor waved his hands in annoyance, not wanting to argue with the brat over such a small matter. Of course, he could feel the pulse of a child who grew up under his nose.
If this brat hadn't wanted to seek credit in front of the Seventh Girl, would he have had the time to stay in the palace to help the Lin family seek credit? In all these years, I have never seen General Shen so enthusiastic to help others.
"Little Wei, have someone draft an imperial decree. Lin's contribution to the imperial court is a great contribution, so he is granted the title of Xihezi, the head of the Lin family. He is also awarded a thousand taels of silver and a pair of Dongzhu."
"According to the order."
Chief Steward Wei quickly arranged for people to draft and announce the decree.
The emperor was in a very good mood. He waved the sharp blade in his hand twice and made a few jokes casually.
"Didn't you say that the eldest daughter of the Lin family is looking for a marriage partner recently? Then consider the pair of Dongzhu as the dowry I bestow upon her."
That's it.
Shen Mufeng knelt down and saluted, expressing gratitude on behalf of the Lin family.
"Thank you, Your Majesty."
"Look at how little you can do. Hurry up and get out of here. Go to the Princess's Mansion and find someone to take credit for your achievements."
"The minister obeys the order!"
The happy Shen Yezhu took the order and left, causing the emperor behind him to laugh and scold him.
"You are such a good-for-nothing. It's a waste of your good looks."
There was an obvious smile in his words, which made the chief steward join in the laughter.
"Your Majesty, you are wronging General Shen. Even a useless person like me knows that it is normal for a young man to admire Ai!"
"Hmph, young Mu Ai? You're so lucky to say that for him. What does the love between young men and women have to do with a general like him who is vicious and cruel? How old is he to do such a thing?"
The willful emperor loved to complain when he was unhappy. While Wei Zongguan ordered the eunuchs to replace the damaged lamp post, he bowed and chatted with his master with a smile.
When someone is the emperor's confidant, one must be discerning and know what role to play at what time, and this scale must be struck just right.
"A few years ago, General Shen was not interested in women, and the rumors about him and His Royal Highness Prince Xuan were spread by people with ulterior motives. At that time, Your Majesty was worried that General Shen was unwilling to get married and have children. Now it's rare that he has been interested in her, so why are you doing this again? Hehehe..."
"You old rascal, you're everywhere, aren't you?"
The emperor cursed with a smile, and Wei smiled again and again. When the master and servant were the only ones left in the room, the emperor put down the sharp knife in his hand, picked up the teacup and took a sip, then he sighed softly.
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