The father of Mr. Li, a cabinet scholar, passed away, and a mourning hall was set up to mourn.
Although this old man has no achievements, he has provided excellent genes and has a son who is a second-rank official.
Eighty years old is definitely considered a long life in this dynasty. The Empress Dowager made an exception and gave him a funeral gift, so he passed away in a very dignified way.
His Majesty the Emperor is grateful to Lord Li for his advanced age and for having lost his father in old age, and for having to see his father off.
Gu Shang gave him a three-year unpaid leave, in other words, "Go home and mourn, and we'll discuss when to resume!"
People are in high spirits when they are happy. His Majesty the Emperor did not hide his happiness, since there were no outsiders in the palace anyway.
"The ointment developed by the Imperial Hospital is quite good. Wang Mo, go get some. I heard it's effective when applied to the knees."
"Your Majesty, I thank you."
"Lord Su, the imperial kitchen has made some new pastries today. Take two boxes and bring them back to share with your family."
"I thank your Majesty."
Su Shien lowered his head, trying to see the words on the paper as Yu Ge'er's face.
At this time, all he had to do was to remain silent and minimize his presence.
Eunuch Wang handed you a cup of tea at the right time. You should take a sip and suppress the upturned corners of your mouth.
The emperor is really happy!
That old bastard has finally stepped down. He was so arrogant that he relied on his seniority and the fact that he had assisted two emperors to give me orders. You are so arrogant...
Ahem, I lost my composure and thought of such vulgar words. I quickly straightened my posture and continued to review the memorials.
I thought I would have to put up with him for another two to three years, but I never expected that the philandering old man could actually understand the emperor's intentions.
Let me see what reward I should give him.
"Lord Su, what gift should we give to someone who has lived a long life, one that would be both elegant and simple in nature?"
Su Shien pretended to be thinking, but was actually complaining madly in his heart, wanting this, wanting this, and wanting more!
Isn't it just that you don't want to spend money, but you still have to pretend to be decent?
Your Majesty, you have asked the right person. He and Yu Ge'er are both professionals in autumn wind, and are definitely the best in gift-giving.
"I dare to speculate on your Majesty's intentions. Does Your Majesty wish to advise Lord Li to mourn?"
His Majesty the Emperor was not angry, he just said "hmm" lightly.
Su Shien suggested, "In my humble opinion, why not give Lord Li a calligraphy piece with the four characters 'filial piety, brotherhood, loyalty and trustworthiness' as a gift? It would be the most appropriate gift for him."
Originally, he wanted to say "the father is kind and the son is filial", but he and Li Tang were colleagues after all, and they saw each other every day, so he didn't want to be hated by anyone.
Filial piety, respect for elders, loyalty, trustworthiness, propriety, righteousness, integrity and shame are the eight virtues of life.
Just the above half of the sentence is dedicated to the wicked old man. How wonderful, how wonderful!
In fact, Su Shien really didn't mean that. It was just that a certain big boss was overthinking it.
His Majesty the Emperor had amazing motivation. He wrote four big characters in one go.
After carefully examining it for a moment, he stamped it with satisfaction.
"Wang Mo, take it to the Imperial Household Department and have the craftsmen frame it. Send it to the Academician's Office tomorrow."
Wang Mo obeyed the order and left the palace with His Majesty's calligraphy.
The emperor and his ministers complement each other, and Su Bianxiu is truly remarkable.
His Majesty the Emperor is in a good mood and everything looks good to him. Lord Su is truly my lucky general. It would be even better if I could have the chance to meet his husband.
Wait a little longer, the time is not yet ripe, and some things still need to be verified.
Su Shien heard the sound of turning pages and couldn't help but look over secretly.
I wonder, Your Majesty, do you only have one book? Why do you always read "Annals of the Xia Dynasty"?
Please tell me which plots are worth your repeated recollection and I will revise them overnight.
How could a mere seventh-rank official like you, a mere sesame seed and mung bean, possibly comprehend the divine will? Just hold it in...
That afternoon, Su Shien returned to the Hanlin Academy with two boxes of snacks.
He was still as stingy as ever, not giving anything to anyone and keeping it all for Yu Ge'er.
He will not be on duty tomorrow. It is unknown when he will be able to eat snacks from the imperial kitchen again.
"Editor Su has truly brought honor to the Hanlin Academy. It's truly an eye-opener for us poor Hanlin scholars."
Su Shien said seriously, "Being admitted to the Hanlin Academy is truly a blessing and a lifetime honor. Although we are poor, we must have high aspirations. Brother Liu, please do not underestimate yourself."
"Editor Su is so lucky. Not everyone can enjoy the snacks in the imperial kitchen."
Su Shien looked a little melancholy: "Who am I? Who am I? Everyone can have snacks, why can't I?"
"I've been in the Hanlin Academy for three years, and I've never seen what the imperial kitchen's dim sum looks like. If I could just take a look at one, I'd have no regrets in my life."
Su Shien showed pity in his eyes and decisively turned around to pick up the food box.
He opened the lid and took a look at it to the person in front of him, really just a glance, and then he quickly closed the lid.
"Now that you've seen it, your life will be complete. Go with peace of mind. Brother Zhu, you don't have to thank me."
Several people retreated one after another, covering their faces and running away.
Su Shien sneered disdainfully. With this fighting ability, it was not even one tenth of his husband's. He was not even competent in practicing martial arts, and yet he dared to jump around in front of him?
"A bunch of sour scholars."
Gu Tanhua sat upright, thinking that he must have heard it wrong. He was not a pedantic scholar, but a talented and romantic man.
It's a pity that he has been granted marriage, and he may not be able to be romantic anymore in the future.
They got to the next yamen smoothly, and Su Shien was the most active one, walking very fast as if he was riding a hot wheel.
Tie Dongming was arguing with the Minister of War at the palace gate when he suddenly saw a familiar figure passing by at high speed.
"Editor Su, please stay. I have something to tell you..."
Fine, he can say whatever he wants to say next time. This guy is walking too fast. Is his feet not touching the ground or is there a dog chasing him?
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