The Prodigal Son of Zhenguan

"There are many girls of marriageable age in Chang'an, but not many are suitable, especially good girls who are suitable for marriage and family. They are really sought after by hundreds of families. This is because the girl of Duke Ying's family was not well-known before, and Duke Ying and his wife intended to keep their girl low-key. Otherwise, do you think you can still have a chance with your slowness?"

Li Yuan said angrily.

"You are too slow-tempered in this matter. It's just a matter of a man getting married. It's OK or not. Be straightforward. If it's OK, let the queen do it. It's decided this year. You should prepare for it in the future. When you are ready, choose an auspicious day next year and get married. Why are there so many twists and turns?"

"Whenever the Duke of Ying said that he wanted to find a suitable partner for his daughter, believe it or not, the matchmakers in Chang'an City who went to the Duke of Ying's mansion to propose marriage would be crowded." Li Yuan said, "It was you who brought this matter here first. If things here don't work out, the Duke of Ying will consider choosing someone else.

You kid, cherish this opportunity."

"Now I want to ask you one question, will this thing work or not!"

"I..."

Li Yuan's series of words came at him, and Li Fu was a little confused.

"My life has not been easy." Li Yuan began to sigh for no reason: "My parents died when I was young. After I got married and had children, I pretended to be a playboy and did many absurd things to avoid the suspicion of Emperor Yang of Sui and fear that he would attack the Li family. Only then did I save my family."

"Until I raised the banner of rebellion, conquered the world, and established the Tang Dynasty, I thought that the hard work would pay off. Unexpectedly, my sons became like this again. I am so miserable."

"Do you think there are happy things? Yes, there are. That day, I went to Jingyang County and met you. When I saw you for the first time, I felt familiar with you. Later, I learned that you were the son of my third brother. I was so happy. I don't know how happy I was.

That night, I went to the ancestral temple, kowtowed to the ancestors, and told my third brother the good news that my younger brother found your descendants. It's a great joy."

Li Fu didn't know how to respond to this.

"But just finding it, my responsibility is not over yet. I let you live among the people for so many years and suffer so much. You said you are already 19 years old, but you have not yet discussed marriage.

At my age, if you are still not married, I don't know if I can see the day when you have a child."

Li Fu was speechless.

Good guy, this map of Yan State is really long.

"Uncle, what are you talking about? You have to be healthy and watch your nephew get married and see your nephew's grandson born." Li Fu quickly replied.

"Hey, can I see it?"

"Yes, I will!" Li Fu vowed: "This marriage, my nephew is looking forward to it!!"

Li Fu was extremely determined.

Only then did Li Yuan's face return to a smile.

"Hahaha, good, good, I'm looking forward to it." Li Yuan said, "When I see you get married, the big stone in my heart will fall."

"Yes, my nephew will definitely live up to your expectations and expand the Li family." Li Fu also maintained a smile on his face.

Who do you think you can go to for justice in this matter?

Just agree, the old man is so old... he needs to be coaxed.

When the topic came to this point, Li Fu hurriedly changed the topic.

Before Li Fu could speak, Li Yuan called the eunuch next to him.

"Come here."

The eunuch hurriedly ran to Li Yuan's side.

"I'm here."

"Go to Lizheng Hall and tell the queen that King Jingyang agreed to this marriage, and let her work hard. Ah, hurry up and finalize this matter." Li Yuan smiled and said, "I'm still waiting for the gift and holding my nephew's grandson."

"Yes." The eunuch responded and retreated.

Li Fu was speechless.

This old man, his acting skills are superb, and he even let me see it. If he is not superb, he can really act.

"Uncle, let's talk about something serious." Li Fu came to Li Yuan with a smile.

"Didn't we just talk about the most serious things?" Li Yuan asked back.

"We have talked about that, it's over, let's start a new chapter of the topic." Li Fu changed the subject directly and abruptly.

"Okay, you say." Li Yuan smiled and said, "Oh, the fish is hooked, hurry up."

Li Yuan pulled up the fishing rod, and a small fish as long as a finger was pulled up by him.

"Tsk, it's too small." Li Yuan looked at the fish with disdain: "This is not enough to fill the gap between my teeth."

While saying this, he carefully took the fish off and threw it back into the lake.

"Don't be greedy next time, eat it when you grow up." Li Yuan also reminded the fish.

"Uncle,What do you think of polo?"

"Good, it's good, it's a good sport, but you are not allowed to participate." Li Yuan said.

"I won't participate. I heard from my elder brother Xiaogong that there are noble families in Chang'an City, and they have specially formed a polo team. When they are free or during festivals, they hold polo matches and invite people to watch."

"Yes." Li Yuan responded: "This activity has existed in the early years, and it is very lively. Haven't you seen it before?"

Li Fu shook his head.

"That's right. There have been a lot of things in the past two years, so no one has the heart to hold this event. From the ninth year of Wude to the first year of Zhenguan, the nobles lived in fear." Li Yuan smiled and said: "In addition to the rebellion of the three kings, who would dare to make it so lively at this critical juncture. ”

Three kings rebelled, Luo Yi, Li Youliang, and Li Xiaochang.

Tsk.

“When I was watching yesterday, I thought, since polo is so popular in Chang’an City, why not have a formal competition?”

“Popular in Chang’an City?” Li Yuan turned around and looked at Li Fu with a smile: “You are wrong. Polo is very popular in the whole Tang Dynasty. When it was still the world of the Sui Dynasty, it was popular in the whole Central Plains.”

“But what kind of formal competition do you want to have? What do you mean?” Li Yuan asked.

“Aren’t there many noble families who have formed polo teams? We will build a special venue in Chang’an City and hold competitions every year. Everyone can sign up, and then draw lots to decide the winner. "

"During the Han Dynasty, the champion was Huo Qubing, who conquered the Wolf's Lair. The final winner is called the champion. The second place, runner-up, third place, and third place, the last three will all receive rewards. At that time, the craftsmen will make a trophy. The winning team can engrave their name on the trophy and keep it for one year. In the second year, the trophy will be passed to the champion team of the second year. "