Xie Ming

Arranging a marriage to appease the emperor's heart, he will be able to return to the camp on time.

I sent a letter to Zhong Lai to congratulate him, and mentioned the fortune of Master Hongren, Yao Zuyin, from Linggu Temple.

Hearing this, Xiao Yi's eyes sparkled. He got what he had hoped for and felt very happy.

Afterwards, the two boys chatted about other things and played around in front of the door, and Zhizhong was also dragged into the mansion.

This evening wedding banquet takes place at the end of the You hour (around 7 p.m.).

The guests were finally welcomed in one by one.

You know, during this period, in Nanjing City, some important officials from various departments, and all the officials of all ranks living in Beijing, if not most of them, at least half of them probably came to celebrate.

This does not include some of the local gentry and wealthy families who are prominent in the opposition.

Xiao had never imagined that he would become so famous this time.

However, after these people arrived, the original preparations for the banquet were completely messed up.

There was no other choice but to send emergency messengers, including Sang Men Xing, Mr. Liu Erye, Chang Ting, Qin Jing, Yue Xiu and others, with a group of guard servants, who were very busy.

I wish everyone had eight legs and eight hands, so that I could split the person in half so that I could be able to deal with him.

It was so difficult to cope with the situation. After all these people who came to congratulate were seated on the table, the brothers in the Xiao family were so tired that they were almost collapsed.

Everyone tried their best, fearing that if they failed to greet the guests properly, it would affect the general's reputation.

At the beginning of the evening, the banquet in the mansion finally began.

With lights and decorations, red silk hangings, everywhere is filled with joy and happiness.

It is such a lively scene as people clink glasses and exchange cups.

Recipe, Shining.

The son is home, it is suitable for his family.

Tao Zhiyao, there is actually a lot of money.

The son is home to his family.

Tao Zhiyao, its Ye Zhenzhen.

The son is home, suitable for his family.

The whole house was filled with joy, with singing and dancing, and people of all kinds coming to congratulate, it was so joyful and refreshing.

Xiao Jingchuan moved around the table.

After waiting for half an hour, three rounds of wine were served and five kinds of dishes were served.

If you look at him again, you will see that Jin Xiaolang, who had just come down from his job, has already had no idea how many cups he has been forced to drink. His cheeks are flushed and his steps are already unsteady.

"Ha ha ha ha."

"Thank you for your kindness. I came to your house to congratulate you."

"My fellow officers, come, come, drink this cup to the full!"

"There are so many people here tonight, it's hard to take care of them all."

"If there is anything wrong, I hope you can forgive me! Huh?! Hahahaha"

"Come on, you must have fun!"

"Thank you very much, thank you very much!"

Walking between the tables, Xiao toasted and returned the greetings at each table amid the hustle and bustle.

Wherever they went, the guests at the same table also stood up, and everyone was making a lot of noise together, which was very enthusiastic.

At this moment, Xiao You was drinking too much.

Suddenly, there was news that someone was reporting something outside the mansion gate!

The Imperial Edict Arrives——

Upon hearing the news, Xiao Jingchuan was startled while he was toasting each other.

With the help of Changting, he hurried over to the door and knelt in the middle of the yard.

Before long, several eunuchs from the palace marched in two rows on the left and right outside the palace.

In the main room, Wang Zhixin, the eunuch in charge of the Imperial Household Department, arrived in person, holding the imperial edict in his right hand.

After entering the room and standing still, he expressed his intention in a loud voice.

"The emperor has issued an order that the Duke of Jingguo will be getting married today, and he has specially prepared gifts to congratulate him."

"Give me a crown of pearls and jadeite (adorned with oriental pearls, golden phoenix ornaments, golden flower ornaments, golden hairpins, coral phoenix crown beak, etc.)"

"Give me four sets of Yanju clothing (one piece each of scarlet ramie silk, scarlet silk, scarlet plain gauze, and blue silk)."

The prince was muttering something in his heart while two people lined up beside him. Gifts made of red silk were also delivered into the palace one after another.

"Give me four belts and one jade belt."

"Give me a pair of jade ribbons with flowers and knots (with a jade ribbon flower, six jade pendant beads, four gold hanging flower boards, and six gold leaves)."

"Give me twenty-nine jade ornaments."

"Give me twenty-nine pieces of gold ornaments."

"Give me sixteen pairs of pearl face flowers."

"Give me twenty-six pearl flowers." "Give me a pair of four-pearl rings with golden feet."

"Give me a pair of plum blossom wreaths."

"Give me a pair of golden bracelets."

"Give me a pair of golden eight-treasure bracelets."

"Give me six hundred taels of gold."

"Give me one thousand six hundred taels of silver."

"Give me twenty-six pots of pearls."

"Give me one hundred strings of precious coins."

"Give me six horses."

"Give me sixty bolts of ramie silk, satin, gauze, gauze, and brocade."

"Give me six pieces of scarlet silk."

"Give me thirty-two northern sheep."

"Give me sixteen pigs."

"Give me thirty-two geese."

"Give me two hundred bottles of wine."

"Give me six hundred round cakes."

Wang Zhixin stood still, muttering to himself non-stop. Various gifts were delivered to him from both sides. The scene was so grand that he was stunned by the people feasting behind him.

Moreover, at this moment, there was no more noise or disturbance, and the Holy Spirit's will was fulfilled.

After the reward was given, Wang Zhixin finally agreed with the imperial edict. He paused, changed his solemn expression, took a few steps, and came close to Lord Xiao.

"Hoo Hoo Hoo"

"The imperial edict has been read, my Lord. You are so happy today, and I, an old servant, have come to congratulate you!"

As he was talking, Wang Zhixin actually turned his face away, and finally a little eunuch beside him sent in his own gift.

After finishing the work, without waiting for Xiao to stand up and agree, Eunuch Wang lowered his body and moved closer to Xiao. He actually had something to say.

"Hoho, Duke, the emperor's will has been announced and the ceremony has been performed."

"I, your old servant, do have a great event to celebrate."

"Just now, in the palace, Concubine Hui (Yuzhen) also asked the imperial physician to find out that she is already more than a month pregnant!"

"Look, this is double happiness, double happiness, double blessings!"

"Guo, Duke."

"Eh?"

"You, what are you doing?"

Wang Zhixin is quick-witted, and he intentionally revealed this news with the intention of inviting rewards and congratulations.

But unfortunately, for some unknown reason, Xiao Lang, who was kneeling on the ground, suddenly tilted his body and looked dazed after hearing such good news.

This sudden situation made Wang Zhixin confused for a moment and he was surprised.

"Uh, haha, no. To be honest, sir, our general just drank too much."

"He must have been too drunk to handle his legs."

"Hey, Liu, Mr. Liu, come quickly, and invite Eunuch Wang to take the seat."

"Father-in-law, please forgive me and take a seat and have a drink first."

"I'll wait until the Duke sobers up a little and then come over to talk to you. Is that okay?"

Chang Ting, who was standing nearby, was horrified and panic-stricken when he saw the situation. It was rare for him to be so smart.

Others don't know, but he knows exactly what the general's current situation and behavior are.

In order to avoid making a big mistake in front of others, you must know that this is a job that is ordered by the emperor and cannot be taken lightly.

So, after racking my brains, I finally came up with these words in a moment of desperation.

Of course, Wang Zhixin is the one who doesn't know the inside story.

So when the chief eunuch in the palace heard what was meant, he did not investigate the matter any further.

"Hoo Hoo Hoo"

"It doesn't matter, it doesn't matter."

"It's natural to be happy on your wedding night, but you should still take care of yourself."

"Well, we don't drink alcohol at home."

"Your Majesty and the palace are still waiting for good news from here."

"Enjoy the fun, now let's go!"

(End of this chapter)