Chapter 422 The edict arrives at Xue Mansion

Chapter 422: The edict arrives at Xue Mansion

"Greetings to the prince," Baochai knelt down and saluted.

"The princess doesn't need to be polite"

Zhu Jinghong stepped forward to help her, and it was like a harmonious picture of the piano and the harp.

"Seeing that the prince is refreshed and a hundred times more energetic than when he was in Shanglin Garden, I can thank my two sisters for the prince," Baochai said with a smile.

"Didn't we talk about eating? What are we going to eat this morning?" Zhu Jinghong directly changed the topic.

Following Zhu Jinghong into the palace, Baochai said slowly, "No matter what you eat, your cooking skills are better than those of my concubine. Please rest assured, Your Majesty."

I always felt that Baochai spoke strangely. , Zhu Jinghong took the opportunity to ask, "Baochai, what's wrong with you today?"

This question stopped Baochai, so that at this moment she couldn't help but reflect on why she was still not feeling well.

In the past, I could handle things peacefully in my boudoir, but now that I am a princess, I have to show my dignity and dignity to wear a hairpin and secretly warn myself.

"I'm fine. I haven't always been like this." Baochai responded, trying hard to dispel the sour taste in her heart.

"That's good"

The two of them entered the Nuan Pavilion together. At this time, the seats and meals were prepared, including a few side dishes and porridge, plus Zhu Jinghong's usual meals. drinking hot milk.

While the two of them were sitting down for dinner, Wang Pei'an also came to the palace early and appeared outside Cunxin Hall again to ask for an audience.

After what happened last night, the eunuch on duty no longer dared to neglect him, and turned around directly and entered the inner chamber to report.

After learning the news, Chen Chong came to Wang Pei'an first and apologized to him as he had planned in advance.

Wang Peian was unmoved. It was okay for him to feel a little wronged, but he could not let the eunuchs be arrogant and domineering.

The scene made Chen Chong very embarrassed. He could only laugh and leave. At this moment, Zhu Jinghong also learned about Wang Pei'an's visit.

"I heard that he came last night. Could it be that he came so early today for something important?" Baochai asked doubtfully.

"He said he came to plead guilty, but he probably came because he missed the time last night."

Hearing this, Baochai said slowly, "This man is meticulous in his work, but he missed the time." It's really rare."

"Wang Pei'an is old-fashioned and hates evil, so naturally he is not liked by the chamberlain. I think there is some story here," Zhu Jinghong said calmly.

"If official duties are missed due to personal grudges, the person who caused the trouble should be severely punished," Baochai reminded.

"Deng An has already punished him, scolded those who deserved to be scolded, and punished those who deserved to be punished," Zhu Jinghong replied.

In fact, Wang Pei'an was bullied by his ministers, and Zhu Jinghong had no intention of strictly pursuing the case because he needed someone to help him suppress this person.

Otherwise, if everything goes according to Wang Pei'an's wish, then he will really have no choice but to huddle in the palace and pass the time as an idle prince.

But Zhu Jinghong will not say these things in his heart, that is,So that in front of him is his wife who cares about each other.

Seeing Zhu Jinghong's statement, Baochai had no intention of saying more.

After a brief breakfast, Zhu Jinghong came to Cunxin Hall. By this time, Wang Pei'an had been waiting for a quarter of an hour.

"Meet His Highness"

"Sir, no courtesy"

Zhu Jinghong sat on the main seat and said, "Sir, please sit down too"

"Sir, what are you doing here?"

"Your Highness returned home last night, but I was unable to receive the news in time, so"

Before Wang Pei'an could finish his words, Zhu Jinghong interrupted, "I already know about this matter. It's all because of the poor behavior of the servants in the palace. I can't blame you for this matter."

"The people involved have been punished. The matter ends here, sir, don’t take it to heart."

Zhu Jinghong already knows the situation and has dealt with everything that needs to be done, so that Wang Pei'an is speechless at this moment.

"I have one more thing to report."

"Sir, please tell me." Zhu Jinghong looked eager to learn.

Although he was wary of Wang Pei'an, he also had the intention of taking advantage of him.

Although Wang Pei'an offended many people, as long as he did not touch the porcelain emperor, he could be called a big killer in the officialdom.

Even those who dislike him can only drive away people like Wang Pei'an by promoting his promotion.

Since you want to use others, you have to do a good job in appearance. Bad things are only done by the servants.

"The furnishings of the palace were originally newly furnished. In order to welcome His Highness back to the palace, the eunuchs in the palace replaced a large number of utensils with high-quality tables, chairs, toys, quilts"

Listen Wang Pei'an slowly explained that Zhu Jinghong finally understood why he was hostile to the servants. This was entirely because of his personal interests.

However, the benefits obtained by the chamberlains came from poaching from the palace, which made Zhu Jinghong furious.

That's his money

"These slaves should be taught a lesson." Zhu Jinghong looked sullen.

"Although His Majesty has given the palace gold and silver as a reward, it still needs to have an orderly balance of income and expenditure in order to survive in the long run. With such extravagant spending, I am afraid that the palace will be empty within a few times."

If others heard this, they would definitely feel uncomfortable with Wang Pei'an. After all, few people like to hear such "ominous words."

"I will pay more attention to this matter."

Hearing Zhu Jinghong's approval of his opinion, Wang Peian was very happy, and then he said, "Your Highness, I have a third minister." "Three things"

"You said"

"Your Highness has personally farmed on behalf of His Majesty. He has missed a lot of homework in the past two months, sir"

One lecture When he saw something that was relevant to his professional field, Wang Pei'an began to talk endlessly, which gave Zhu Jinghong a headache.

But sometimes it was such a coincidence that a young eunuch came in and reported that someone was coming from Shanglin Garden and invited him to come over.

"Wang Changshi, this is the emperor's mission. I can only take one step first." Zhu Jinghong looked reluctant.look.

This reason is impeccable. At least Wang Pei'an had no reason to stop him, so he had to send Zhu Jinghong off respectfully and then return to the Changshi Division.

When Zhu Jinghong went to Shanglin Garden, Baochai in the inner house took some time off and went to his study to read and write.

As soon as she sat down, she discovered that several pens on the pen holder had been replaced, causing her to have to re-open the pen.

She already knew about the replacement of the palace, but even these small items had been replaced, which made Baochai feel outrageous.

She came back too late yesterday, so she didn't notice some details. Now that she knows about it, she feels uncomfortable.

Although she was born into wealth, she is not extravagant and wasteful, so she hates such things.

"Why have these things been replaced?" Baochai asked her.

"I'm reporting back to you, Princess, because to welcome the Prince and you back to the house, the servants said they wanted everything to be renewed, so they changed everything that needed to be changed," Ying'er replied.

"Who is in charge of this and who gives the money?" Baochai asked in a deep voice.

She is the princess, and she can control everyone and everything within the walls of the palace, except for the guards.

This excessive extravagance and waste cost her money

However, Baochai had no intention of having an attack at the moment.

The main reason is that she has not been officially canonized yet, and during this period she does not want to cause extraneous problems, so as not to affect these major events.

And she also had other plans. This matter was picked out after she was canonized, and it could be used as a consumable to establish her power.

"Replying to the empress, this matter is presided over by Chen Chong, the steward of the Royal Palace Registry Office"

After hearing Ying'er's reply, Baochai asked again, "This matter costs a lot of money. Where is the warehouse?" I gave it to him directly."

Ying'er replied, "This matter involves the prince and your return to the mansion. I'm afraid the warehouse will not dare not to give it."

It seems that in charge of the mansion Before that, some rules must be established, otherwise chaos will happen sooner or later, Baochai thought secretly in his heart.

Originally she wanted to practice calligraphy, but now she changed her mind and listed the rules that needed to be established on the paper.

On the tenth day of the twelfth lunar month in the eleventh year of Orthodoxy, this was an ordinary day.

However, outside the Xue Mansion in the capital, a team of people appeared outside at this moment, which was a standard match for delivering decrees in the palace.

The imperial envoy came early in the morning, which made everyone in the Xue family a little panicked. Fortunately, they had been busy with the princess' affairs before, so they accumulated a lot of experience in meeting the emperor's orders, and under the arrangement of Aunt Xue, they were ready to welcome the emperor. Purpose matters.

Unfortunately, Xue Pan was not at home, which made everyone in the house extremely anxious and sent a large number of people to look for him.

But today Xue Pan is not hanging out, but is busy with the family business. After all, the Xue family now relies on him.

But when Xue Pan returned home, it was already half an hour later.

Normally, the eunuch who had been waiting for such a long time would be impatient, but today, not only did he not look shy, he was still chatting with Aunt Xue.

"The uncle is back"

Hearing the announcement outside, the eunuch who delivered the order looked happy and said, "Madam, prepare to receive the order."

"But it depends on the father-in-law's orders."

Xue After Pan entered the house, he went to the inner house to change clothes, and then he trotted outside. At this moment, everyone in the house was lined up and waiting for him to arrive.

Flags and incense tables have been placed at the scene, and there are guards wearing armor standing on the left and right. The atmosphere is particularly majestic and solemn.

After he entered the class, the eunuch who delivered the order cleared his throat, and then shouted "There is an order"

Hearing this, everyone in the Xue family knelt down. , and then the mountain shouted long live and kowtowed, waiting for the decree to be announced.

Although she had a pleasant chat with the eunuch, Aunt Xue was still worried because she didn't know whether the content of the decree was a blessing or a curse.

Although 99% of it is a good thing, no one can guarantee what the situation will be before the decree is announced.

"The emperor is entrusted with the destiny of heaven, the edict says"

"Since ancient times, sages and sages have relied on the support of talents to govern the country."

At the beginning of the edict, it emphasized the importance of virtuous ministers to Aunt Xue and Xue Pan were even more confused after hearing the importance of the imperial court. The situation was completely different from what they expected.

After a few breaths, the eunuch who heard the message continued to read: "The former head of the Household Department, Chengde Lang Xue Zhen, is a man of good conduct, self-denial, loyal to his duties, and dedicated to the emperor's orders."

Husband, listen, the Holy One is praising you. You can rest in peace under the Nine Springs. Aunt Xue is calling in her heart.

As for Xue Pan, he has basically no feelings about this. He also doesn't understand why the imperial edict mentions his father.

"However, there is no holiday in the year. I fell ill due to hard work for the king and died in the performance of my duties. I also feel very sorry for it."

"Pure and good character should be In order to spread the word, loyal ministers should be commended, and now I present it to you, the Minister of Hubu, as a high-ranking official."

The Minister of Hubu is a third-rank official, six ranks higher than Xue Zhen himself. The emperor arranged this It was enough to shock everyone present.

In the following edict, Aunt Xue was given the treatment of a third-grade lady, which made her smile uncontrollable.

However, the edict was not finished yet, and the eunuch who passed the order continued to read: "I grant Xue Pan the title of head of the household department. I hope you will carry on the legacy of your late father and work diligently."

I am a householder. I am the head of the department, I am the head of the household department. At this moment, Xue Pan was finally extremely happy. If the situation was not right, he would really jump up and shout.

"I admire this"

Finally, the somewhat lengthy edict was read, and everyone in the Xue family looked happy.

"Long live my emperor, long live, long live, long live, long live, long live, long live, long live, long live, long live, long live, long live, long live, long live, long live, long live, long live, long live, long live, long live, long live, long live the emperor"

After the shouts from the mountains, the imperial edict was handed into the hands of Xue Pan. At this moment, he was so excited that he was Trembling.

The eunuchs who accompanied him brought Yi Jiang corresponding clothes and other items, and packed three large boxes in total.

The Xue family will take care of things, while Xue Pan is receiving ordersThen with a wave of his hand, he gave nearly a thousand taels of silver to everyone who had passed the decree.

This was so generous that the eunuch who passed the order refused to accept it. After Xue Pan repeatedly advised him, he reluctantly accepted it.

After seeing off the imperial envoy carrying the decree, everyone in the Xue family also congratulated Aunt Xue, and then Xue Pan scattered the money again.

Xue Pan spent money lavishly today, but Aunt Xue didn't say a word, just because the money was worth spending and should be spent.

"Son, your father is the Minister of Household Affairs. He is a third-grade official."

In the living room of the inner house, even after drinking a cup of tea, Aunt Xue still raised her eyebrows when she mentioned this. So excited.

"Mom, my father has passed away, so what's the use of this third grade? But my son has finally filled the gap and can comfort his father's spirit in heaven."

Hearing this, Aunt Xue Although he was dissatisfied with Xue Pan's shallowness, he agreed with his last sentence.

"Let's set up an incense table to worship your father"

"My son will arrange to go there now"

After the worship was completed, it was already half Hours passed, but Aunt Xue ordered again, "I'm going to the palace to tell your sister the news."

"Mom, my son doesn't need to go."

"Why"< /p>

"The business matters have not been finished just now, but we are still waiting over there." Xue Pan made up a random reason. In fact, he was afraid of going to the palace to see Zhu Jinghong.

"Well now that you have filled the gap, you should focus more on business"

"My son understands"

So the mother and son went their separate ways. After the incident, the Xue family gradually returned to calm. Only the servants who had received the reward were discussing what to add.

As for Prince Xiang’s Mansion, Baochai learned the news only half an hour after the imperial edict was read out.

Her father was posthumously awarded the title of Minister of Household Affairs. Baochai understood that this was the emperor's promotion of her natal family, which was obviously to prepare for the next canonization.

The situation was better than she imagined, which put a smile on her face, and then she sent someone to send a message to Zhu Jinghong.

Today Zhu Jinghong went to Shanglinyuan again. He became more and more involved in the training. He left early and came back late every day.

In Baochai's room at this moment, Keqing was talking with her. After learning about the situation, he couldn't help but congratulate Baochai.

While congratulating her, Keqing thought of her father and brothers, who were still suffering in the northwest.

The two of them talked for a while, and then someone called Aunt Xue to see her, but Qingcai said goodbye and left.

A few minutes later, Aunt Xue was led into the main hall of Tongxin Hall through numerous doors.

Sitting on the princess throne, looking at her mother's bright clothes, Baochai felt complicated for a moment.

"Meet the Princess"

When Aunt Xue was about to kneel down, Baochai said in time "No courtesy"

"Thank you, Princess"

After Aunt Xue got up, Baochai stood up again and bowed to her, but she only bowed slightly.Just the waist.

Although she saw her own daughter in front of her, Aunt Xue was still frightened when she saw her. Even if she was given a seat, she would only sit down.

"Baochai, today the palace has announced that your father will be named the Minister of Household Affairs and your eldest brother."

After listening to his mother's story, Baochai smiled. He said, "This is a great happy event. Don't forget to let your eldest brother come to the palace to express your gratitude."

"I can spare you the trouble." Don't be pampered and complacent, and you must act more carefully and properly in the future."

Then Baochai gave another warning, and Aunt Xue listened carefully.

The person who worried Baochai the most was Xue Pan, so she gave special instructions and finally asked about his marriage.

Aunt Xue was hesitant when it came to mentioning this matter. Baochai pressed her repeatedly and found out that the marriage with the Xia family had been put on hold.

The reason is also very simple. Now that the Xue family has a princess, Aunt Xue wants to choose a better one.

In this regard, Baochai didn't have much to say. She just told her mother to take care of the matter as soon as possible so that her eldest brother could calm down as soon as possible. Please remember to collect it. The website is the latest and fastest without anti-theft. To find books and add books for free, you can join the qq group 952868558