Homecoming Ballad (GL)

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Yiyang Princess Mansion.

Although the feet were restricted, Emperor Chunyou was busy with government affairs and couldn't get away to visit and comfort his daughter. Box after box of pearl agate and spiced tribute tea was delivered, which shows that Yiyang has not lost his favor because of this incident.

"Your Highness, Lu He's household registration is indeed in Yunzhou. He has been a tenant for three generations. His father is doing some gadgets business in Yunzhou to make a living. He walks a lot in the streets and alleys. He knows all the neighbors and neighbors, so he is somewhat famous. Brother One of the younger brothers died of famine and the other died of flood." Chi Liangjun reported the results of his investigation and search to Yiyang.

Yiyang tapped the table with his index finger, frowned in thought, and ordered: "Send someone to Yunzhou, and invite her family to come to Beijing as guests."

I heard that during the lotus banquet in King Lu's mansion, King Lu was very interested in Lu He, and he might have recruited and lobbied at that time.The elder brother of the prince came to be a guest yesterday, and he was unhappy. He thought that the court affairs would be hindered, and he must not let the king of Lu take the lead in seeking talents and scholars.Yangmou Yiyang thinks that the prestige of his contacts in the court cannot match that of King Lu, so why not conspire, who will not be tempted by threats?

Thinking of this, Yiyang called Chi Liangjun who had resigned, and said solemnly: "As soon as possible, don't delay on the way."

Chapter 13

It's summer.

A mule cart slowly stopped in front of Prince Yu's Mansion. The driver of the cart was a bearded man, travel-stained, and his cheeks were red from the sun.

He jumped off the wooden plank with bare arms, his legs and feet were big, and he jumped up the steps in a few steps, and shouted to the guard who stopped him: "Hurry up, let your stewards come out and check the tea and cakes. I can go back and send errands!" "

The guards didn't pay much attention to him at first when he was dressed as a laborer. Even though he was no more than a guard at the gate of the palace, he still expected to use his shawl and armor to show off in front of him.Frightened by his appearance at this moment, he had a bit of a domineering temper, frowned and whispered to the other guards, and then stepped into the gate to find the supervisor.

Not long after, Wang An, the manager of the tea and wine department, walked out of the house slowly with his wide sleeves shaking, and asked slowly, "What tea cakes? Where did the tribute come from? Why haven't I seen this transaction in the ledger?"

Without further ado, the man took out the receipt from his pocket and handed it to Wang An: "I'm very thirsty! I don't have time to talk to you, see for yourself!"

Wang An unfolded the receipts that had been stained with sweat and some ink stains. He had been in charge of the tea and wine department of Prince Yu's Mansion for many years. Standing on his feet, he questioned: "In this receipt, it is written in black and white that the tea cake should arrive in Beijing the day before yesterday, but you have delayed it until today?"

The man's face turned pale, he spat on the ground, and said angrily, "You take me for granted? Our Weiyuan Escort Agency has a great reputation. Even if it's the turn of the snowstorm, we will deliver it at the appointed time. How have we ever broken our promises?" From Yunzhou to Beijing, it was possible to take the water route along the Lancang River, and then change to the land route. No matter what, there is only reason to arrive early. Who would have thought that the whole box of tea cakes was loaded on the ship, and after three water stations, they were sent by officials. Stopped, no longer allowed to use the waterway, no amount of money to clear it!"

Wang An casually asked, "Why?"

"Why else? The emperor wanted to build a garden, and large pieces of Taihu Lake stones had to be transported from the south. The waterways in the south are criss-crossed, which is more convenient and labor-saving than land routes. They all rely on boats to carry them to Beijing. The stones are so big and heavy that I don’t know how many bridges have been demolished, and the roads for people to walk on can be demolished, not to mention the private boats that smuggle goods in parallel blocking the road!” Sin, once the chatterbox is opened, it doesn't matter how serious it is, not to mention picking someone who can talk eloquently, even if you run into a barking dog, you will be too angry to yell.

The man is a rough man, which doesn't mean that Wang An is also ignorant. He heard it almost and quickly interrupted with a smiling face: "The merits of hard work are high, and the merits of hard work are high! So, first follow me in and find a resting place to drink some water to quench your thirst." , I will show the receipt and tea cake to my princess, if the matter passes through her, she will have a conclusion." Since the delay was due to the emperor's preference, even if he, Wang An, wanted to blackmail , save a few taels of silver, but also have to feel whether the head on his neck is firm or not.

Immediately, two swift guards were ordered to drive the mule cart to carry the tea cakes into the mansion from the side door.

There was a thick stack of ledgers on the table, Rou Ke picked up a pen to sketch, and made plans lightly, her brows were furrowed, unable to relax.

The father and the king blindly entertain themselves with poetry and books, and the mother and concubine passed away three years ago. Rou Ke is in charge of the house's internal affairs.Previously, he left the capital to keep his filial piety, and handed over the matter of restricting the money expenditure of the son and the county king to the chief steward. At that time, he did not hope that he could persuade his two spendthrift younger brothers who were worthless, but after all, he never thought about it. The deficit is so severe, I am afraid that only the shops under the name of the palace will make more money this year, and the gap between the wheat ears in the farm can barely make up for it.

Rubbing his swollen eyebrows, he put down his pen and was thinking about going out to move around to stretch his muscles and bones, so Wang An hurriedly knocked on the door to inquire.

Rou Ke took a look at the receipt, and then remembered the matter she casually mentioned in Biyun Temple to find out the truth of Qingtang's speech.

Take a look at the two big wooden boxes in the yard, they must weigh about ten catties, when opened, the tea smells fragrant, they must be the best goods.

Tang Ci, the stunned young man, not only promised but also made such a big deal.

Although so far, she and Tangci have only met each other in a hurry three times, the last impression of Tangci on her is quite... It's hard to describe in words.But she always felt that she and Tangci seemed to have known each other for many years, and she hadn't talked in depth, but there was always a voice in her heart urging her, wanting to get close to her, understand her, and make friends with her.

"Well, I asked a friend to buy this tea cake from Yunzhou. Although it is not as good as the dragon and phoenix cake of Jianning tribute tea, I think my father who is keen on Pu'er should like it. You can take a few and try it with his old man. The prince and the king will each give one catty, and the rest will be stored in a cool and dry place." Rou Ke remembered the man from the Weiyuan Escort Bureau mentioned in Wang An's words, "according to the Escort Bureau's delay in work." Give him a reward for his share of the compensation, and give him a bowl of sour plum juice in hot weather."

No matter how short of funds there is in the palace, it has to be pretended on the surface, so that outsiders can't read the joke and spread it out to offend people.It's really not easy for this man to beg for food on a hot day, and it should be so due to emotion and reason.

Wang An grinningly nodded and said yes, and bowed to leave.

Suddenly, I saw Qiaoqing trotting over, and said nervously: "Princess, the little master of Biyun Temple wrote to say that Master Jingci's old illness has relapsed. I kept it a secret for two days, and it became more and more serious. Chun Hua My aunt was sobbing and asked the little master to help deliver a letter."

Rou Ke's eyes darkened a bit, she didn't have time to think, and said as she walked: "Prepare the horse, I'll go first, and you take the medical officer in the carriage to adjourn. If the medical officer who used to give my aunt's pulse has gone to the palace to see a doctor, you Pick one at will, but be sure to explain the symptoms to him in detail on the way, and bring all the medicinal materials with you."

Qiao Qing was originally a smart person, and he also knew the importance of being quiet and kind to Rou Ke, so he didn't have to take a breather and rest when he got the order, and went to do things according to the order.

East Palace.

"Your Highness, I have ordered the guards in the prison according to your instructions. If you want to execute the execution, your lord will not be hungry or cold again." Wang Honghou, the deputy lieutenant of the infantry, had a beard and was very majestic and heroic.

The prince grabbed a handful of jade chess pieces and threw them on the chessboard without raising his head: "This is the second thing. He is going to be imprisoned to be executed. As a husband and father, his wife and children are most concerned about him."

Wang Honghou has been working under the Prince's command for a long time, and this master is not a moody and unpredictable person, so he is already familiar with his temperament, and he said with a smile: "Your Highness is kind, how could I not know why? Before that, I rented a relatively spacious and clean house in Beijing on my own initiative, for Mrs. Xing and Young Master Xing to live in, and invited a famous teacher to teach Young Master Xing homework, I hope His Highness will not blame you."

Hearing this, the prince raised his eyes and slightly curled the corners of his lips: "This is a good thing, what can we blame?"

Wang Honghou saw that he was still looking downcast, and knew that he must have been suppressed by the King of Lu recently, so he was unhappy, so he boldly said: "I went to pick up Mr. Xing that day, and I happened to meet a recently famous man. Mr. Quwang, judging from his posture, he seems to believe that Mr. Xing has been wronged."