Chapter 446 Fight for a Title and Return
Xiao Liangzi looked down upon Ji Benyang's fawning appearance, but did not show any disdain on his face. His master had taught him that even though they were serving the emperor, they had to be courteous to everyone who saw them, but in the final analysis they were just servants. No matter what he thought in his heart, he could not show it on his face. You never know whether the person you look down upon the most at the moment will turn around and suppress you in the future.
Leave some room for others so that you can meet again in the future.
"Good luck to Lord Ji." Xiao Liangzi bowed.
Ji Benyang was immediately flattered: "I don't deserve the gift from Master Liang."
Although Eunuch Xiao Liangzi is young, he is the apprentice of General Manager Hu and a celebrity in front of the emperor. He has a much higher status than him.
Xiao Liangzi smiled and said nothing more to him, "I am here to announce the Emperor's decree. Is Master Ji at home? Ask him to come out and receive the decree."
When Ji Benyang heard this, his eyes suddenly shone with amazing light: "Yes...Yes, please wait a moment, I will send someone to call him."
As he spoke, he hurriedly pulled over a servant, and because he was too excited, even his voice was trembling.
The person who came to announce the decree was Chong'er, so he was asked to receive it.
It must be the imperial decree granting the marriage, there is no doubt about it.
"Go and call the young master to the front yard, go quickly."
The servant responded quickly and ran away.
Ji Benyang invited Xiao Liangzi to go into the main hall and sit and wait, but Xiao Liangzi refused.
"I have the Emperor's order and dare not slack off. I will wait here for your son to come."
Soon, Ji Chong came hurriedly, followed by Ji San's wife, He, who was dressed gorgeously.
Her head was surrounded by pearls and jade, she wore a gold necklace around her neck, and on her fingers were dazzling agate rings. She wanted to wear all the valuable things on her body so that people would know how rich she was.
He also heard the servant asking Ji Chong to go to the front yard to receive the imperial edict. She instantly guessed that it was probably an edict for her son's marriage to the Ninth Princess, so she dressed up quickly and went to receive the edict.
Xiao Liangzi had seen many concubines dressed up in gorgeous clothes in the palace, and all of them were extremely beautiful. Madam Ji San was dressed like a nouveau riche, so vulgar to the extreme.
The corners of his mouth twitched slightly, and he hid the emotions in his eyes very well. When he saw Ji Chong, he unfolded the imperial edict of the Emperor Ming in his hand.
Yang Benyang led everyone to kneel down and receive the order.
The content of the arranged marriage was very simple, even the wedding date was chosen directly, which was the 28th day of the first lunar month.
"I thank the emperor for his grace. Long live the emperor." Ji Benyang kowtowed to express his gratitude.
"I accept the imperial edict. Long live the emperor." Ji Chong kowtowed three times and then took the imperial edict with both hands.
Everyone stood up. Ji Benyang walked to Xiao Liangzi and quietly stuffed a large purse into his hand. He said with a smile, "The wedding is next month. I'm afraid that hasty preparations may not be to the princess's liking. Eunuch Liang has lived in the palace for a long time. I wonder what the ninth princess likes. Please tell us a little so that we can make some preparations to make up for the shortcomings."
Xiao Liangzi stuffed the purse into his sleeve and said with a smile, "Master Ji, don't be nervous. The princess is getting married. The emperor has ordered the Ministry of Internal Affairs and the Ministry of Rites to jointly handle all wedding matters. The wedding will also be held in the princess's mansion."
The Ninth Princess is the Emperor's golden branch and jade leaf, and the man she is marrying is no longer a carefully selected talented person, and it is even more impossible for the Ninth Princess to be wronged in other aspects. The marriage is a little hasty, but the Ninth Princess will never be allowed to marry in shabby circumstances.
Ji Benyang was surprised and delighted when he heard this. He bowed in the direction of the imperial palace and said excitedly, "The emperor's grace is great."
The princess’s mansion.
That would definitely be even better than the Pingliang Marquis Mansion, and by then their whole family could move there together.
He's had enough of this cramped little house.
From now on, they will be the princess's parents-in-law and royal relatives.
Ji Benyang smiled so hard that his teeth were showing, and he nodded and bowed as he sent Xiao Liangzi away.
After returning to the mansion, he looked at the people still standing in the front yard, and laughed loudly. Then he walked to Ji Chong's side, patted his shoulder with satisfaction and said, "Chong'er, you are really the most promising child in our family."
Prince Consort!
There has never been a rule in this dynasty that a son-in-law is not allowed to enter the officialdom. When his son marries the ninth princess, he will be able to enter the court as an official and rise to a high position. As his father, he will also be able to benefit from it and may even be promoted to the first rank in the future.
Ji Chong listened to his father's praise, held his head high and said proudly, "Dad, don't worry, I will definitely win a title for our family."
He was already thinking about how to realize his ambitions in the court in the future.
The He family also shared this honor.
After marrying the princess, she will enjoy endless wealth and splendor in the future. She won't have to watch others dress elegantly, because her mother-in-law will have more precious things than them.
Thinking of this, He gave a haughty look to the illegitimate sons behind her.
The aunt was not qualified to come to the front yard to receive the imperial edict, but several illegitimate sons of the Ji family came running over after hearing about it. At this moment, looking at Ji Chong who was in high spirits, they felt so jealous in their hearts and could not hide the jealousy in their eyes, but they kept saying flattering words on their faces.
They may feel jealous, but since Ji Chong married the princess, they can also benefit from it.
Maybe I can get a government job in the future.
Ji Chong stood in the crowd like a proud rooster, enjoying the feeling of being complimented by everyone.
In the backyard of the Zhaocai Casino, the trees were covered with frost and snow, and there were ice crystals everywhere, like silver bars hanging on the trees.
Suddenly there was a knock on the door.
Huo Yi hurried forward to open the door, and saw Lu Xiang standing at the door, wearing a bright red cloak.
"Miss Third." As soon as she opened her mouth, white mist floated out of it, and then she inhaled a breath of cold air, which made Huo Yi hiss and inhale: "Your Highness is already waiting in the room."
Lu Xiang nodded slightly and walked in.
There was a heating pad burning in the room, and as soon as Lu Xiang entered the room, he felt a strong warmth.
Ah Man took off Lu Xiang's cloak and hung it aside, then turned and left.
"Aman Aman." Just as she closed the door, she heard Sheng Xian poking his head out from the room next door and calling her in a cheerful voice.
"what?"
"I bought some pastries from Wufangzhai and some mutton soup buns from Mingji. Would you like to eat them?" Sheng Xian smiled with narrowed eyes.
Hiss...
Ah Man took a sip of water, and immediately walked towards the room where Sheng Xian was with his eyes shining.
Upon hearing this, Huo Yi followed him there. Standing at the door, he could smell the aroma of mutton soup.
Sheng Xian reached out to stop Huo Yi and asked expressionlessly, "What are you doing?"
"Eat some snacks and drink some mutton soup." Huo Yi said.
Didn’t you buy food and ask us to come and eat?
Sheng Xian looked at the expression on Huo Yi's face, his mouth twitched slightly, and he refused mercilessly: "I didn't buy your portion, if you want to eat it, go buy it yourself."
Having said that, he turned and went into the house, closing the door decisively.
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