Records of the King of Xin'an County

Why was Concubine Yan Shu so bold, openly begging Princess Changning to descend on behalf of her nephews and grandchildren before the sick bed of the saint?Then I have to mention her life experience.Gao Zuyuan's concubine Empress Yan, is the mother of the sage, the hidden prince, and the Chaothorn king, as well as her direct aunt.As the saint's only uncle and cousin, she was brought into the palace by Queen Qin herself, and she was named Zhaoyi, the head of the nine concubines, right after she entered the palace.A few years later, she was conferred the title of concubine Shu again, and she remained stable from beginning to end.

The only regret of this Concubine Yan Shu, who has been smooth and smooth for half her life, is that she never raised her own child.She finally conceived and gave birth to a child, but she died within a hundred days, and was never included in the genealogical sequence.Princes and princesses without the blood of the Yan family were born. As the highest-ranking royal in-laws, the Duke of Cheng's mansion was gradually overtaken by the latecomers of the Qin family of the Duke of Wu's mansion.

After Princess Qinghe descended to the Qin family, there was no longer any princess in the royal family, and the Yan family failed to compete for the position of son-in-law.After more than ten years, the Qin family has become more and more favored, but the Yan family has almost faded out of the court, and the comparison between the two sides seems to be like the rising sun and the setting sun.

Today, the Crown Prince of the East Palace has only one direct descendant of Changning Princess, and may also be the only direct descendant princess in the future.While the sage is still alive, when will we wait if we don't fight at this time?If he waited until Prince Li Kun ascended the throne and begged the princess to descend, how much blood would he have left for his grandmother's natal Yan family?Is there any good thing but thinking about my uncle Qin's family?Have another kiss with the son of Princess Qinghe?The Crown Princess Du's family is probably even more eager to marry Princess Changning back to the Du family, and will not agree to this marriage at all.

Li Hui thought about it seriously for a long time. He had been back to Beijing for a year, and indeed he had heard very little about Cheng Guogong's mansion.It is said that they were keeping filial piety for the old Cheng Guogong, and they closed their houses behind closed doors.Now that Concubine Yan Shu is actually proposing marriage, could it be that the filial piety period has passed, so they can't wait?

Li Kun's expression changed slightly, and Du Shi also frowned, with a rare look of displeasure flashing across his eyes.The sage was silent for a while, and never said a word.

Concubine Yan Shu waited anxiously, and held Princess Changning's tender hand with a smile: "This child, Yue Niang, the concubine always feels happy every time I see her. Such a good child, of course, must be matched with everything. A well-rounded husband and son-in-law is good. The sage and the crown prince don’t worry, there is no one in Cheng Guo’s family who does not love Yue Niang.”

Princess Changning is still young, knowing that the elders are talking about her own marriage, but she is still a little ignorant.She and Concubine Yan Shu had never seen each other several times in a year, and she always felt that she was just a familiar elder, and she had never been so close before.The other party was acting hypocritical, and she naturally felt uncomfortable with such a temper, but because of etiquette, she had to endure it and not pull her hand.

Du Shi felt extremely distressed, and the love and pity in his eyes could not be concealed.However, no matter how anxious she was, she could not interrupt the conversation between the sage and Concubine Yan Shu without authorization - after all, Concubine Yan Shu was unusual and she was the most special among the four concubines.Even when Queen Qin was alive, she took good care of her.

Li Kun frowned, and looked vaguely at his sister, Princess Qinghe.Princess Qinghe glanced back indiscriminately, and chuckled lightly: "This is indeed a happy event. However, Grandpa has never met the children of the Yan family, so how can he easily make up his mind, who will promise Yueniang to? How about calling them into the palace to have a look and make a decision?"

Concubine Yan Shu glanced at her, her gaze was full of complicated meanings: "That's right, the concubine is indeed too anxious. Now there are three or four sons of the right age in Duke Cheng's mansion, and they are all allowed to enter the palace. How about meeting the saint?"

The sage readily agreed: "Alright..." After thinking for a while, he sighed again: "It turns out...uncle...has passed away...for so long...my cousin should...get back..." Said Then, he looked at Li Kun and nodded to him.The previous generation of the Yan family really didn't have any outstanding talents, that's why he looked down on him a bit, and handed down his beloved daughter, Princess Qinghe, to the Qin family.But the Yan family is his mother's family after all, even for the face of Queen Yan who died young, he should take care of him a little bit.

Li Kun understood what he meant, and said: "Now there are some vacancies in the court, and I will let my cousin of the Yan family pick one in another day."

Hearing what he said so lightly, Concubine Yan Shu seemed quite relieved, so she let Princess Changning go with her high hand.Princess Changning pursed her lips quietly, and moved behind Li Hui.However, Li Hui felt that the elder Concubine Yan Shu might indeed have been pampered and raised since she was a child, and after so many years, she didn't even know that she offended His Highness the Crown Prince—

No matter how happy Li Kun promised, it is absolutely impossible to give the Yan family anything good.Cheng Guogong is a relative and an elder. If he disagrees with his political views, wouldn't it be a waste of shackles for himself?Moreover, it is very likely that it is a shackle with no official wisdom at all?

After saying these words, the sage seemed a little tired, so Li Kun called the imperial physician to diagnose the pulse and administer acupuncture.Mrs. Du invited everyone out, and returned the room to a quiet one.But at the strong request of Li Hui, Li Jing, and Princess Changning, the three of them were finally able to stay to serve the sick.

The three cousins ​​were sitting upright in the corner, Li Jing was puzzled: "Just now we were talking about our marriage, why did Yue Niang be mentioned in a blink of an eye? She is only nine years old, and it is still too early to say goodbye. "

Li Hui couldn't bear to expose the facts-what was the marriage of the two idle county kings?Hardly any splashes.Only the marriage of the only princess born in the future will be a major event related to the future situation of the court.Concubine Yan Shu used this excuse to snatch Princess Changning because of Li Kun and Du's love for her.In the future, she will be able to gain countless benefits for the Yan family with these loves, and of course the Yan family will have to give everything for Du's status.

But this kind of marriage alliance may not be what Li Kun wants, let alone what Du Shi wants.If the sons and daughters of Cheng Guogong's family are incapable, how can they be worthy of the princess? Wouldn't it ruin Yueniang's happiness?It's for the sake of profit - Cheng Guo's government is declining, if it is still unbearable, how can it become one of Li Kun's or Du's helpers?

Although the princess's marriage can never be simple, Li Hui hopes that Princess Changning will be happy in the future, and her marriage will not be based on the exchange of interests.Leaving others aside, if it is the son of Princess Linchuan or Princess Qinghe, he will love Yueniang sincerely.Speaking of which, Zhou Yi and Qin Cheng's age is also very suitable.

Princess Changning certainly didn't know that her cousin had already changed many thoughts in an instant, and said with a smile: "Your marriage has already been settled, what else is there to say? I am all implicated by you! If it weren't for the elders Mentioning that you chose sister-in-law, Concubine Yan Shu would not think of me." After that, the little guy thought about it carefully, then shook his head and said, "No, there were sisters Xuancheng and Xin'an before me. Sister? Why didn’t Concubine Yan Shu ask them? Instead, she came to ask me? She came here for my future identity, and she didn’t like me at all!”

"It's good that you understand." Li Hui said, "Don't teach her to be fooled by her affectionate appearance. If someone from the Yan family comes in two days, Ah Jing and I will take a closer look for you." Taking advantage of these two days, He had to send Bu Qu to investigate the Yan family secretly first, lest the East Palace investigators might miss anything.Even if it is a future princess, marrying the wrong person will be painful, so try to avoid it if you can.

So, on this day, Li Hui returned to the Vineyard again. After seeing Wang Zixian, he asked him to check the affairs of the Yan family again: "I always feel that Cheng Guogong's mansion is a bit too quiet. They just came out of filial piety recently. There may not be too much information that can be obtained. However, if they can really control the mansion tightly, there may indeed be something commendable."

Wang Zixian nodded and agreed: "Speaking of Duke Cheng's mansion... Zimu seems to have written a letter or two recently, so I'll ask him again." Because Wang Zimu didn't say much in the letter, the Yan family had another The trend of decline, so he didn't care at the time.But if the Yan family wants to make a comeback by taking advantage of the Lord's opportunity, it will be a little tricky to say that it has nothing to do with it in the future.Based on the friendship between Princess Changning and Li Hui, they are better than brothers and sisters if they are not real brothers and sisters, and they will naturally help each other.But Duke Cheng's government is so eager to restore its glory, but it may not be willing to get close to Prince Pu.

"People from Chengguo's mansion went to the Yang family's Wenhui? Is there such a coincidence? However, the most famous in Beijing today is the Literary and Poetry Hui hosted by Yang Zhuantou. If you want to spread your own Fame, of course, can't be missed. But if you don't have some real talent and learning, I'm afraid it will only help others and become a stepping stone for Zhou Jiyan's disciples."

"In terms of talent and learning, it seems to be a little bit. Of course, it is still not as good as Yang Zhuangtou. After all, it has once again fulfilled the prestige of Jiadi Zhuangtou." Wang Zixian can almost imagine the lords of Cheng Guogong's mansion. The appearance of leaving in good spirits and returning in disappointment.Perhaps, they followed their fathers' filial piety for three years and studied hard in order to be able to become a blockbuster at this time.After gaining fame, he can also ask to marry Princess Changning.But who would have known that the Hongnong County government would kill a Yang Qian out of thin air, and take away the glory of all noble disciples from aristocratic families?

"I want to know how Mr. Yan's family reacted at that time. If he surrendered calmly and magnanimously, at least five points may be a real gentleman; but if there are any traces on his face, neither his mind nor his bearing are worth it." As soon as I mention it, I don't need to talk about intelligence." Li Hui said.

"You're right." Wang Zixian smiled softly, "A Hui, regarding Princess Changning's marriage, you are like a brother like a father."

Li Hui was startled, and his expression softened a lot: "You also know that I really hit it off with her."

"If the two younger sisters in my family have the same temperament and tolerance, maybe I would also be willing to take on the responsibility of being an elder brother like a father." Wang Zixian thought of Wang Xiangniang and Wang Luoniang, and couldn't help laughing at himself.

"Zixian, have you caught a cold recently? There seems to be something wrong with your face." Li Hui sized him up and asked suddenly.

Wang Zixian raised the corner of his mouth: "It's just a little cold, just rest for a day or two, you don't have to worry."

"Nowadays, the imperial physicians in the palace are all around my grandfather, so I'm afraid I can't call them out. Why don't you call someone to visit the physicians in Yankang Fang—" Li Hui didn't allow him to say anything, and immediately called Li Da over, telling him to ask A doctor with excellent medical skills came to live in the Fuji Garden, and he could only be paid a lot of money to let the doctor leave until his best friend recovered.

Wang Zixian looked deeply at his side face, conflicts and pains welled up in his heart again: How could he be willing to part with someone who can care for him so much, someone he loves so much?How could she be willing to watch him get married and have children?How could he be willing to retreat step by step from his life? !How could he be willing to only occupy a remote corner of his heart? !