To be honest, Lin Xuan was just trying to deal with Li Shimin at the time. Later, the corpses of the victims who froze to death greatly touched him, and he racked his brains to figure it out later.
He never thought about meritorious service or anything like that from beginning to end.
"Yes, His Royal Highness the Crown Prince said that you are the first to save the victims, and His Majesty will definitely reward you. Isn't it so strange?" Cheng Chumo said with an envious look on his face.
Yuchi Baolin and Li Dejiang were also very envious.
Learned martial arts and sold them to the emperor's family.
Being rewarded by Li Shimin is the greatest honor in their eyes.
"When will you enter the palace?" Lin Xuan asked.
Don’t give free rewards. Besides, who dares to refuse such a thing?
Maybe some people do, but currently Lin Xuan would never dare to do so. He just doesn't know if Li Shimin will reward him with a title or something.
It would be great if you could make him a marquis or something.
"My father asked us to teach you etiquette during the court tomorrow morning, so as not to be disrespectful in the court tomorrow." Cheng Chumo said.
Lin Xuan was very touched that Cheng Yaojin and the others were so considerate of him.
"Then I'll excuse you guys." Lin Xuan said gratefully.
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The next day when it was still dark, Lin Xuan was grabbed by Zhang Qing.
"Xuan'er, get up quickly, you can't be late today." Zhang Qing shouted.
Lin Dongyang and Zhang Qing were both overjoyed that Lin Xuan could receive a reward from the emperor, and called their ancestors a ghost.
Lin Xuan could still sleep at night, but Lin Dongyang and Zhang Qing basically didn't sleep all night.
They were afraid that it would be too late to call Lin Xuan the next day, which would delay the court appearance, and they were worried about leaving the matter to others.
"Mom, what time is it?" Lin Xuan opened his eyes in confusion.
"It was just around nine o'clock. Get up quickly. Mom will prepare breakfast for you." Zhang Qing urged.
"Okay, okay, I'll get up right away."
Lin Xuan was a little speechless. Mao hour is equivalent to 5-7 o'clock in later generations, which means it is just five o'clock now.
The morning dynasty in the Tang Dynasty started at Chen hour, which is seven o'clock.
Although Yanshoufang, where the Lin family is located, is located in the West Market, it is not far from the imperial palace and can be reached in half an hour at most.
Lin Xuan felt that washing and rushing, and getting up an hour early at most, was enough.
But seeing how happy his mother was, Lin Xuan didn't say anything.
Lin Xuan was a little confused. Under the service of Chunyue and Yuhe, he put on his clothes and washed himself. After that, he was completely awake.
At this time, Zhang Qing also came over with his maid carrying breakfast.
"Xuan'er, hurry up and eat. When you're done, go to the palace. Don't be late." Zhang Qing said.
After two bowls of porridge and two fried dough sticks, Lin Xuan felt energetic.
After eating, Lin Xuan still wanted to take a rest, so Zhang Qing urged him to set off.
Lin Xuan had no choice but to set off.
The main door of Lin Mansion opened wide, and Lin Dongyang and Zhang Qing saw Lin Xuan to the door.
"Xuan'er, remember not to talk nonsense, and you must be respectful to His Majesty." Lin Dongyang explained.
Although Lin Xuan went to the palace to receive the reward, Lin Dongyang was excited and a little worried as he accompanied the king like a tiger.
"Fathers and mothers, don't worry." Lin Xuan got on the carriage directly after saying that.
Because the curfew has not ended yet, the gate has not been opened, it is not yet six o'clock, and the daybreak is late in winter, the sky is dark, the streets are quiet and quiet, and it seems very quiet.
The sound of horse hooves sounded particularly clear, and Lin Xuan cursed inwardly: People in ancient times were really full of food, so why did they go to court in the morning when they had nothing to do?
But he could only think about these things in his mind, but he didn't dare to tell anyone.
Lin Xuan did not have an official position, so he could not leave Fangshi at this time. Xin Hao yesterday, Cheng Chumo told him that the palace had sent someone to notify Fangzheng.
After arriving at the gate of the square and registering the picture, Fang Zheng opened the gate.
The carriage drove out of Yanshoufang and came to the street.
There were police officers patrolling the streets, and they were allowed to go after verifying their identities along the way.
Lin Xuan was a little lucky to go out early and go out at the time he wanted. After checking these three steps and one post, he would definitely be late.
I originally went to the palace to receive a reward, but in the end I went to receive a punishment, which would be a great pleasure.
Lin Xuan lives in the West Market, and he didn't meet anyone else going to court along the way. It took him nearly an hour to finally arrive at the gate of the imperial city.
From a distance, I saw the bright lights at the entrance to the imperial city and the crowds of people. They bowed their hands to each other and exchanged greetings. It was a harmonious atmosphere.
Regardless of the usual fights, these officials did a good job in showing off their skills. At least the scene Lin Xuan saw was very harmonious.
As for what they were thinking, Lin Xuan didn't know.
Lin Xuan looked at no one he recognized and did not get off the carriage.
The officials saw a strange carriage and didn't think much about it.
Many more officials came intermittently, including Li Jing, Yu Chigong, and Niu Jinda.
He originally wanted to go down and say hello, but seeing them chatting with acquaintances, he didn't bother.
Lin Xuan was a little surprised. It was almost time. Why hasn't Cheng Yaojin come yet?
It was said that Cao Cao had arrived. Just when Lin Xuan was wondering why Cheng Yaojin hadn't arrived yet, there was a sound of horse hooves in the distance.
Lin Xuan used the light from the tower to see clearly that the person coming was none other than Cheng Yaojin.
Cheng Yaojin was wearing a national uniform, riding a horse, and his face was a little pale.
I don’t know if it’s because it’s cold or because I overdid it last night.
Lin Xuan thought it must be freezing. It would be strange if it wasn't cold when riding in such a cold weather.
Cheng Yaojin went to the crowd and dismounted. The bodyguard quickly stepped forward to take the horse's rope and led the horse aside.
"Old ghost Cheng, you are the last one to arrive every day. The time is so tight, aren't you worried about being late someday?" Yu Chigong said with a smile.
Cheng Yaojin said angrily: "Yuchi Dasha, even if you are late, I, Old Cheng, will not be late."
"Haha, don't be so harsh. When one day you are late, I will definitely give you a copy and ask Your Majesty to take good care of you." Yuchi Gong replied.
Cheng Yaojin ignored Yuchi Gong, but looked around, looking for Lin Xuan.
After looking around, no one from Lin Xuan was seen. Cheng Yaojin said anxiously, "Why hasn't Mr. Lin come yet?"
This was a summons from the emperor. If Lin Xuan was late, he would be in trouble.
Cheng Yaojin's voice was very loud. Lin Xuan heard it as soon as he got off the car. He quickly walked over and said, "Uncle Cheng, I'm here."
"I said, you kid, you came right here. Why are you hiding in the carriage?" Cheng Yaojin patted Lin Xuan's shoulder with his big hand and said dissatisfiedly.
Lin Xuan chuckled, "Isn't it cold outside? I think the time hasn't come yet, so I'm waiting in the carriage."
At this time, people who were familiar with Cheng Yaojin gathered around, and Lin Xuan greeted Li Jing and several people he knew one by one.
There was a man with a sallow complexion left. It was the first time Lin Xuan saw him and he didn't know his identity, so he had to nod.
"This is Qin Qiong and Qin Shubao, my life-and-death friend, please call me Uncle Qin." Cheng Yaojin introduced.
Lin Xuan was stunned. The sallow-looking man in front of him, who looked like a sick man, was the famous Qin Qiong?