The prince is more stable

Chapter 123 Father and Son
Di Zi was the descendant of a famous general, and the Di family had a very strict family tradition.

When Di Qing was alive, the Di family had been suspected by the emperor for many years. Therefore, the Di family paid more attention to the words and deeds of their family members, otherwise it would be easy for others to find fault with them and bring disaster to the family.

As an adult man holding an official position, Di Zi certainly visited brothels and talked about the love affairs of the world with his colleagues and friends.

However, this was the first time in my life that I visited a brothel with my children and in-laws.

Sitting in the elegant pavilion, Di Zi felt uncomfortable. There was delicious food and wine in front of him, a beautiful girl serving beside him, and a singing girl playing the pipa in the center of the pavilion...

This should be every man's dream, but Di Zi didn't even lift a finger.

This place called brothel...

Are you sure you're here to discuss your children's marriage, not the sale price for my daughter?
On the other hand, Zhao Hao was very skillful in hugging the girls on both sides, kissing one and touching the other, making the girls in his arms giggle.

From his skillful movements and slightly greasy flirting methods, it can be seen that this guy must be a frequent visitor to brothels.

Compared to the strict family tradition of the Di family, the family tradition of the Chu Palace is simply...

I'm afraid it's a den of hooligans, right?

As the singing girl in the center of the elegant pavilion finished her song, the pavilion suddenly became quiet.

Zhao Hao also shifted his attention at this time and looked at Di Zi, asking curiously, "Why are you so worried, my dear? Is it because the girl next to you is not of your liking?"

The word "relatives" made Di Zi's eyelids twitch and his whole body was filled with resistance.

I really don't want to agree to this marriage. If it weren't for the fact that Zhao Xiaoqian has a promising future and is capable and talented, Di Zi would have walked away long ago.

Trying hard to force a smile, Di Zi raised his cup and said, "I'm a little tired from my work today, Your Highness, please don't blame me."

Zhao Hao's eyes flashed, he smiled, raised his glass, and drank it all with Di Zi.

Then Zhao Hao waved his hand and asked all the girls in the elegant pavilion to leave. Zhao Hao shook his fat body and sat down next to Di Zi with difficulty.

"My in-laws have also met my son. What do you think of him?" Zhao Hao asked with a smile.

Di Zi hesitated for a moment before nodding and saying, "He is a rare talent, a young man with a bright future."

Zhao Hao smiled and said, "What my in-laws said is very pertinent. I think so too."

The corner of Di Zi's mouth twitched, but he said nothing.

Zhao Hao went on to say, "Your daughter is also gentle, intelligent, virtuous, well-educated and well-mannered. I heard that after she reached the age of marriage, many gentlemen in the capital sought her out. It is clear that she is a good match and a suitable match for the family."

Di Zi then smiled and said, "Your Highness, thank you for your compliment."

Zhao Hao's expression suddenly grew serious, and he said in a deep voice, "My son Xiaoqian also wishes to marry someone else. The Prince of Chu is willing to offer a large sum of gold to marry the daughter of the Di family to Zhao. I ask Lord Di to help him make this happen."

After saying this, Zhao Hao stood up and bowed.

Then Zhao Hao took out a red book from his sleeve and handed it to Di Zi. Di Zi took the book. There were only a few numbers written on it, which were Zhao Xiaoqian's birth date.

In ancient times, there were six rituals for a man and a woman to get married, and what Zhao Hao just said and did were the "Nacai" and "Wenming" of the six rituals.

Nacai refers to the formal proposal of marriage made by the elders of the male side to the elders of the female side in person.

When asking for names, the elders of both sides exchange the names of the boy and girl as well as their birth dates.

In just a short moment, Zhao Hao completed the process of accepting the marriage proposal and asking for the name.

Di Zi was at a loss whether to laugh or cry, and said, "Your Highness, this is not in accordance with etiquette."

The six formal rites are very serious and solemn. When proposing marriage, one must not only prepare gifts but also bring a matchmaker to the door.

The so-called "matchmaker's words" are not even arranged by a matchmaker, so this marriage is not legitimate in any way.

Zhao Hao smiled and said, "Don't worry, Lord Di. We will follow all the formal etiquette and make sure that the Di family will be honored and will not bring disgrace to the Di family."

"Today we're just having a preliminary chat. The main thing is that our two families get closer. We'll all be one family in the future, so don't be estranged. Our children are a perfect match made in heaven, haha."

Di Zi rubbed his face hard. It was really... so embarrassing.

I've never seen anyone propose marriage in a brothel. You're taking it too easy, making it like you're signing a contract to sell yourself.

As a son, Di Zi had no idea what to think of his father's behavior, so he was really hesitant.

However, he did admire Zhao Xiaoqian and was optimistic about his future. At the same time, he had also seen the look in his daughter's eyes and the shy expression when she looked at Zhao Xiaoqian.

All signs indicate that the couple had actually been secretly in love for a long time, and might even have done some things behind the scenes that were not suitable for outsiders to know. It would be unreasonable to not agree to this marriage.

Di Zi hesitated for a long time and whispered, "Your son is indeed a man of talent. He has both literary talent and courage, and he is very intelligent. He is highly regarded by the emperor. But Your Highness should know that talent and character are two different things. I don't know much about your son's character..."

As soon as he finished speaking, Zhao Hao patted his thick chest hard, causing ripples on the fat on his chest.

"I swear on my own head that my son is a modest gentleman with upright character. He does not bully the weak, does not fear the strong, and is not obsessed with beauty." "He is solely concerned with his country and his people. In terms of personal conduct, he is as pure as a blank sheet of paper and as virtuous and steady as an enlightened monk."

"The Di family has found such a great son-in-law. It's like picking up a rare treasure for free. They are so lucky!"

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Zhao Xiaoqian is a little tipsy tonight.

There is a special kind of pleasure in looking at a beauty under the lamp. He seemed to be drunk by wine, and also seemed to be intoxicated by Jiang Miaoxian's peerless beauty.

It was already midnight when I walked out of the yard where Jiang Miaoxian lived alone.

The yard was quite deserted, but in front of the yard was the main building of Zuihuayin. The lights were on inside, and all kinds of laughter and joyful chatter, as well as sad and bold tunes, could be heard from inside.

During the Mid-Autumn Festival, the nights are already slightly cooler.

The shopkeeper of Zuihuayin was waiting outside the yard. After Jiang Miaoxian sent Zhao Xiaoqian out of the yard, the shopkeeper came up to him with a smile on his face. He wanted to support him as he was slightly drunk, but was pushed away by Zhao Xiaoqian.

The shopkeeper didn't dare to get angry, and even called two girls from the brothel to support Zhao Xiaoqian on the left and right.

The most valuable courtesan in the brothel was occupied by Zhao Xiaoqian, but the shopkeeper did not dare to get angry at all. Not only that, he had to accompany him with a smile and serve him attentively.

Of course, Zhao Xiaoqian is not the kind of person who would take advantage of others for free.

Although slightly drunk, Zhao Xiaoqian still patted the shopkeeper on the shoulder and told him that if Zuihuayin had any trouble in the future, he could go to the Imperial City Office to report to Wei Jie, the official in charge of public affairs.

The shopkeeper was overjoyed at this promise and he hurriedly bowed and expressed his gratitude.

Zhao Xiaoqian was supported by two brothel girls and walked out of Jiang Miaoxian's yard, passed through the main building of Zuihuayin, and walked straight to the royal carriage at the door.

Outside the Zuihuayin Tower, Zhao Hao and Di Zi, who had eaten and drunk their fill, walked out side by side. They both had smiles on their faces and spoke in a much more intimate manner.

After getting Zhao Hao's guarantee of life, Di Zi finally dispelled his doubts and agreed to the marriage of his children.

The father is the father and the son is the son. When comparing the father and son, the son is obviously more capable than the father. It can be seen that the son's character must be much more upright than the father.

My daughter's marriage to such a good husband is a happy one.

Standing at the door of the brothel, Zhao Hao and Di Zi treated each other as brothers and praised each other. The feelings between the two relatives became deeper and deeper, and they even developed a feeling of understanding and appreciating each other.

At this moment, Zhao Xiaoqian staggered over, supported by two girls.

The alcohol he drank tonight was quite strong, and the night wind made Zhao Xiaoqian a little dazed.

Zhao Hao, who was still patting his chest at the door to guarantee his son's good character, happened to see Zhao Xiaoqian walking out of Zuihuayin, supported by two girls on his left and right.

Zhao Hao's fat cheeks twitched violently a few times, and his eyes couldn't help but reveal horror.

I really deserve to die!

I had just pledged my life to protect my son's conduct, and now I see this immoral scene...

Fortunately, Di Zi, who was talking to Zhao Hao at the moment, had his back to Zhao Xiaoqian, otherwise nothing he said tonight would be of any use.

Zhao Hao was anxious and angry, his eyes almost bulged out of their sockets, and he stared at Zhao Xiaoqian with gritted teeth as he walked closer step by step.

"Brother Di, haha, your carriage hasn't arrived yet, but I still have a lot to say. How about we take a stroll here for a while and talk about the preparations for the marriage?" Zhao Hao laughed dryly and pulled Di Zi's sleeve to drag him out.

Di Zi was confused, but he didn't look back, otherwise one of the three people must die tonight, either Zhao Hao or Zhao Xiaoqian.

At this time, Zhao Xiaoqian didn't see Zhao Hao and Di Zi at all, and walked towards his carriage in a daze.

A figure flashed beside the carriage, and Chen Shou appeared.

Coming out from behind the carriage, Chen Shou finally saw Zhao Xiaoqian, as well as Zhao Hao and Di Zi.

Chen Shou was stunned. Father, son, father-in-law and son-in-law appeared in the brothel at the same time. What was going on?
Then, Chen Shou, with his sharp eyes, immediately noticed that Zhao Hao was winking at him.

Looking at Zhao Hao's face, which was twitching with fear but trying hard to force a smile, and then looking at the prince who was staggering and completely unaware of the approaching crisis.

Chen Shou seemed to understand something and immediately broke out in a cold sweat.

This is so crazy!
He walked forward and pushed the two girls away without saying a word. Chen Shou grabbed the jade belt around Zhao Xiaoqian's waist, lifted him up, and threw him into the carriage. At the same time, Chen Shou made a beautiful leap and landed on the shaft of the carriage, slapping the coachman hard.

"Go, go!" Chen Shou shouted sternly.

The driver didn't understand what was going on, but he still obeyed and whipped the horse quickly to start the journey.

Just as the carriage was gone, Zhao Hao's legs suddenly went weak for some reason and he almost fell to the ground. Di Zi, who was bewildered, hurriedly supported him.

Zhao Hao let out a long sigh, and an idea suddenly popped into his mind.

This guy Chen Shou must be rewarded handsomely when he returns home tonight!
(End of this chapter)