The night is like water, covering the earth like a huge gauze. The fifteenth day has long passed, and the moon is no longer perfect. Its shape is like a bow, hanging in the sky. But the moonlight is still bright, shining in the Han Palace, but it is not as bright as the moonlight.
The brighter thing has to be the lights in Guangde Hall.
The night wind in mid-spring was still slightly chilly, but the long-lasting noise in Guangde Hall was enough to disperse it. The hall was brightly lit, ritual music was playing, singing and dancing continued, and the Han Dynasty's royal relatives, meritorious officials and nobles were all immersed in it.
In this peaceful and comfortable atmosphere, it is very happy to exchange cups and cups, socialize and have fun.
This is the wedding banquet of Princess Anping, but the protagonist is still Emperor Liu. Taking advantage of Emperor Liu's happiness, the distinguished ministers also poured out toasts, blessings, and kind words for free to Emperor Liu.
Emperor Liu also refused to accept anyone who came, even if it was just a casual taste, he would become drunk.
Although his face turned red, his mood became more cheerful. After such a long time, he was probably the happiest person to marry his daughter today. Even Liu Wenyuan, the five-year-old grandson of the emperor, raised his legs and held a small glass of wine to toast
His clumsy performance made Emperor Liu extremely happy.
On a whim, Emperor Liu personally came off the stage and danced a song in the palace. Emperor Liu had no talent in this area, and his dance was messy and devoid of beauty. However, the cheers and applause never stopped.
"I have really made a fool of myself!" Emperor Liu was self-aware. He swayed and walked away from the center of the palace, smiling at the people who were waiting attentively around him.
This was not easy to say. Company commander Yantuo, who was very fond of compliments and flattery, had to think for a while. After all, Emperor Liu was not the kind of monarch who would be delighted by flattery without thinking.
However, Emperor Liu obviously just said it casually. He turned his eyes and walked towards Li Chuyun who was sitting on the seat. At this time, Li Chuyun was even older and thinner. His festive attire barely concealed his illness.
Now, people seem to be full of energy and have the feeling of reflecting back on themselves.
"Your Majesty!" Seeing Emperor Liu coming, the Li family father and son hurriedly stood up to greet him.
"No need!" Emperor Liu picked up the wine glass from the tray in Yantuo's hand, supported Li Chuyun, and said with a smile: "Li Qing, after today, you and I are the in-laws, and we should have a drink together!"
"It should, it should! Your Majesty's kindness, I am so grateful that I will drink it all!" Li Chuyun said, with a look of honor on his face.
"This marriage was not arranged by me. It was the princess who fell in love with your husband. I have always loved this daughter, so I can only make it beautiful!" Emperor Liu smiled lightly.
After drinking the wine from the glass, Emperor Liu looked at Li Jilong, who was a little reserved in front of him. The bright red groom's outfit made Li Jilong, who was not particularly handsome, look a bit more handsome. Coupled with Princess Shang, he was even more high-spirited.
But under Emperor Liu's observation, Li Jilong also felt a little uncomfortable, and his arrogant attitude after drinking quickly subsided. Emperor Liu reached out and patted Li Jilong's shoulder, pretending to be stern and said: "Li Jilong, you are my first
My consort, Liu Jia is the apple of my eye. There are so many talented young people who have chosen you alone. You must treat her well and don't let her down. She has an upright temperament and is inevitably arrogant. On weekdays, let her...
....”
Emperor Liu, at this time, was just an old father of a married woman. He kept nagging, which made Li Jilong feel a little nervous. However, he still bowed his hands very respectfully and said: "The princess is affectionate, and I have nothing to repay. I will not dare to treat you lightly. Please, Your Majesty."
rest assured!"
"Haha!" Emperor Liu laughed a few times and raised his glass, and the father-in-law and his son-in-law drank together again.
"The young lady he has raised for eighteen years is getting married like this!" Emperor Liu couldn't help but muttered as he left the banquet and returned to his seat.
Beside him, Concubine Fu Hui, who was supporting Emperor Liu and was supporting him, couldn't help but smile and said in a low voice: "Guan family, one day, the wedding has already been held, and it's so delicious. Fortunately, I chose a good match for her.
, just wish them well!”
Concubine Fu Hui is also dressed up today. Although she is nearly forty years old, she is still unparalleled in beauty. As Liu Jia's biological mother, she is naturally happy. She also loves this daughter very much. You know, in the early years, she relied on this daughter to win the world.
He received a lot of favor from Emperor Liu.
With a curl of his lips, Emperor Liu fell silent. He returned to the royal desk and sat down. Emperor Liu couldn't help but glance at Li Jilong, and saw that this boy was drinking with his good friends and the Ninth Prince Liu Shu and his brothers again.
"Go, let Li Jilong drink less. On the wedding night, do you want the princess to stay alone in the empty room?" Emperor Liu waved to Chao Yan and ordered him: "Let Liu Shu's brothers restrain themselves. Also, Li Chuyun
If you are not in good health, ask others not to persuade you to drink!"
"Yes! It's touching that the officials care so much about the consort's family!" Yantuo responded and hurried to give the order.
With Emperor Liu's words, sure enough, no one tried to persuade the father and son to drink wine anymore, but there were quite a few people who felt Emperor Liu's care for Li and his son. Even though they didn't drink, they came up to toast, chat a few words, and connect with each other.
There is still an endless stream of people coming, and everyone knows in their hearts that the Li family will definitely become one of the most noble families in the Han Dynasty.
In the Guangde Hall, there was a wave of cheers, but behind this joyful and peaceful atmosphere, there were also some gossips while changing cups and cups.
Seeing that the elderly Li Chuyun was constantly socializing, one of them couldn't help but said in a sarcastic tone: "I heard that Mr. Li is seriously ill and suffering from serious illnesses, but I don't know how many days he can last. If a happy event is followed by a funeral...
.”
"Zhang Jin, shut up! What kind of place is this, what kind of occasion is this, you can make such arrogant remarks, do you want to be punished?" After saying this, the others had not yet reacted. Han Hui stood on the side.
He immediately scolded him, his words were so harsh that Zhang Jin was so frightened that he couldn't help but knock over the cup in his hand.
Facing Han Hui's gaze, the young man named Zhang Jin couldn't help but hesitate. He wanted to retort, but he didn't dare to speak. Although he also had an extraordinary background, there was no comparison between him and Han Hui.
Han Hui is not only the son of Han Tong, but also a political star in the current Han Dynasty. He holds real power and is trusted by the emperor. After so many years, among the second generation nobles, no one dares to underestimate this slightly hunchbacked man.
No one dared to make fun of her, even behind her back, for fear of offending the Han family.
Therefore, under Han Hui's gaze, the young nobleman named Zhang Jin was embarrassed for a while, but finally did not dare to stand up, so he could only lower his attitude and admit his mistake.
This disturbance was just a slight ripple in the atmosphere of Guangde Hall, but it also attracted the attention of some people. Not far away was the seat of Zhao Kuangyin's family. Zhao Kuangyin tilted his head and asked Zhao Dezhao who was sitting aside: "Who is the arrogant person?"
who?"
"Zhang Jin, a member of the Household Department, is the grandson of Prince Zhang of Yu State and the son of Zhang Yisu, the envoy of salt and iron!" Zhao Dezhao replied in a low voice.
Hearing this, Zhao Kuangyin couldn't help but shook his head and sneered: "After the hero, he came from a famous family and was so magnanimous! Today's young people are really becoming more and more ignorant of importance and awe!"
"Dad, I heard that Zhang Jin was among Princess Anping's candidates for her husband. It seems that he failed to get his wish and was unhappy in his heart, so he didn't hesitate to speak!" Zhao Dezhao said.
Zhao Kuangyin was still disdainful and did not even bother to comment anymore, and asked Zhao Dezhao: "Do you have any dealings with this person on weekdays?"
Zhao Dezhao answered honestly: "We have some communication, but we are not familiar with each other!"
Nodding, Zhao Kuangyin immediately confessed: "From now on, you should stay away from this person!"
"Yes!" Zhao Dezhao was very obedient.
On the side, Zhao Kuangyi, who was sitting in a slightly arrogant posture, also glanced over there disdainfully and raised his glass to Zhao Kuangyin: "These people, just for the sake of instant pleasure, talk nonsense and offend the Li family. If they don't know how to restrain themselves, sooner or later
You will definitely get the guilt, it is not worth mentioning. Second brother, I give you a toast!"
Zhao Kuangyin raised his glass and looked at his younger brother who was becoming more powerful and established, and said with satisfaction: "Okay! Drink this glass to the full! After the return of the court, before you and I could have a good drink, we borrowed the princess's wedding wine and drank freely.
Ichiban!”
"please!"
Zhao Kuangyi had only returned to Luoyang a few days ago. In recent years, he had been working in Annan and the two brothers had not seen each other for many years. This time he returned to the court because of his outstanding political achievements and it was time for a promotion. The thirty-three-year-old Zhao Kuangyi
, with a steady pace, continuing to climb towards the peak of his official career.
"It's a pity that my niece married into the East Palace and I, as my uncle, couldn't catch up. Otherwise, I would have given him a generous gift!" Zhao Kuangyi said after the brothers finished drinking, he looked at the gentle Zhao Dezhao beside him and whispered: "
Second brother, I think Dezhao can also fight for it, so that our Zhao family can also have a consort!"
After hearing what he said, Zhao Kuangyin glanced at him and said calmly: "This kind of thing has to be left to chance. Being a noble person is not something we ministers can expect!"