Chapter 114: The Baili clan revives its reputation
Bailifeng and Bailihua are the two younger brothers of the Queen of the Baili clan. The elder one is in his early 50s and the younger one is 48 years old.
Although they were exiled to a barren land for many years, they were exposed to the wind and sun all day, and their skin was dark and rough, but they were in good spirits.
Everyone sat down in the flower hall, and several young men and women came to greet them.
Bailifeng introduced that these were his children. They were Xia Zhengqi's cousins.
Because when they were exiled, Bailifeng and Bailihua had not yet married. After arriving at the exile place, the two brothers got married at an older age.
They married the daughters of ordinary farmers in the local area.
Therefore, their children were also very young.
Bailifeng has a son and a daughter, the son Bailiming, 22 years old, and the daughter Bailining, 20 years old. Bailihua has a son
and two daughters, the son Bailixin, 18 years old, the eldest daughter Bailiying, 16 years old, and the youngest daughter Bailiyun, 15 years old.
[Alas, the cousins have suffered. Although they are children of aristocratic families, they have grown up in a bitter and cold place since childhood.]
Xia Miaoyuan looked at the cousins and sighed.
Huh? Who is talking?
Bailifeng, Bailihua and the five children were all stunned.
[It’s a pity that they don’t have good living conditions and don’t receive the education of children from aristocratic families. But fortunately, they are not too old, so it’s not too late to start learning now. 】
Xia Zhengqi listened to his daughter's voice and nodded slightly in agreement.
The Baili family and their sons were stunned again.
Judging from the voice and tone, it seemed that the little princess said it, but when they looked at the little princess, they found that she was chewing an apple and didn't say anything at all.
Could it be that she saw that the emperor and the empress were too excited and she was hallucinating?
The empress hurriedly asked several cousins to sit down.
"My two uncles, now I have investigated the case of the Baili family. It is confirmed that it was a false accusation. The grievances of the Baili family can finally be cleared." Xia Zhengqi said with suppressed emotions.
Bailifeng and Bailihua's eyes turned red instantly, and the two old men almost cried.
"We, the Baili clan, followed Emperor Taizu to conquer the world, and have always been loyal to Daxia. How could we betray the country for money?" Bailifeng said with a hard tone, tears in the corners of his eyes ready to burst out.
"Back then, it must have been that traitor who framed the Baili clan!" Bailihua said angrily.
[Does the uncle also know the inside story of that year? Does he know that it was the Jiang family who framed him?]
The father and son of the Baili clan heard a strange sound again.
Could it be the voice of the heart? Is it the voice of the little princess?
Bailifeng and Bailihua looked at each other at the same time, and nodded slightly with understanding. The two looked at the servants standing on the left and right, and saw that they did not have any strange expressions on their faces.
Could it be that people who are related to the little princess by blood can hear her inner voice?
Such a young princess seems to know a lot of things, could she be a fairy descending to earth?
"Second brother, don't talk nonsense." Bailifeng said to his brother to cover up his previous gaffe.
Xia Zhengqi showed a guilty look on his face: "I have found out the man behind the murder of the Baili family, but now is not the best time to root out the problem."
"However, I promise you today that I will definitely bring the man behind the scenes to justice. The two uncles just wait and see."
Bailifeng and Bailihua nodded.
"I have already drafted an edict to restore the title of the Baili family, and my eldest uncle will inherit it."
Baili Hong, the eldest son of the Baili family, followed Emperor Taizu to conquer the world. He was a founding hero of Daxia and was named Duke of Wei by Emperor Taizu.
Of course, the Baili family was framed and convicted, and the title was abolished.
"Uncle, I know you were famous for guarding the border. Now, the position of Minister of War is vacant. I would like to let you take over."
Bailifeng's eyes were already filled with tears. He bowed and said, "I am willing."
"As for my uncle, I have already conferred you the title of Marquis of Anyuan."
"Recently, there have been frequent activities, and foreign forces have even infiltrated the palace. I plan to form an army specifically responsible for guarding the safety of the palace, called the Chiyu Army." Xia Zhengqi said, turning around and holding Bailihua's hand.
"I am going to hand this matter over to my uncle, and let you be the general of the Chiyu Army."
Bailihua was also very excited after hearing this.
The wives of Bailifeng and Bailihua were both from farming families. They had never seen such a situation before. They were so excited that they burst into tears and didn't know what to do.
Xia Zhengqi's cousins were also so happy that they didn't know what to do.
It was only after Grandpa Debao reminded them that they bowed and thanked him.
[So touching!] Xia Miaoyuan couldn't help but shed tears.
[In the book, the Baili family was unable to clear their grievances in the end.]
[The two uncles were all outstanding people, and their children were all good, but they were buried in the countryside. 】
【Later, after Master Jiang attempted to usurp the throne, he increased taxes and made people's livelihood miserable. The Liang State invaded the capital again. The two uncles could not bear to see the Great Xia Dynasty destroyed, so they raised the banner of justice and summoned 20,000 people. 】
【They searched hard for the royal bloodline and wanted to restore the orthodoxy of the Great Xia. The process was extremely difficult. 】
Xia Miaoyuan couldn't help but recall the plot in the book.
The Baili righteous army rose up to resist the Jiang Dynasty. Although it was very popular, it was limited in strength and was eventually suppressed bloodily.
The Baili family was finally slaughtered.
Hearing this, everyone present was stunned. They didn't expect that in the previous life, the Baili family had such a moving experience.
[The Baili family is the real loyal minister.]
Xia Zhengqi pinched his palm with his nails to suppress his emotions.
He didn't expect that in the previous life, because of his cowardice and incompetence, he would cause such a tragic and chaotic situation.
In this life, he must be a wise ruler, overcome his character flaws, kill and make decisions, and work hard to protect the Great Xia Kingdom, so that it will not fall into the hands of thieves, and the people will not fall into war.
Xia Zhengqi quickly calmed down and said, "I think the five cousins are all smart people. I will arrange for you to study in the Imperial College and assign special teachers for you."
"Since you have come to the capital, you should be prepared to live there for a long time. It is necessary to learn the classics and the six arts of a gentleman." "
Especially the two cousins, after you study in the Imperial College for a year, I will arrange positions for you to gain experience. In the future, you will become loyal ministers and generals of Daxia."
The Baili family was overjoyed when they heard this.
Even Xia Miaoyuan was happy for them: [Dad is so thoughtful.]
[The five cousins grew up in the countryside and suddenly came to Beijing to live the life of children of aristocratic families. They must not be able to adapt. 】
【If they attend palace banquets or family activities, they will look out of place. With the guidance of a dedicated teacher, they can integrate as quickly as possible. 】
Xia Zhengqi: Oh, my daughter is praising me again. She has praised me several times today, hehe!
Everyone gathered together and had a lively lunch. They talked about the setting sun. Xia Zhengqi and the queen took the children back to the palace.
At midnight, the palace was silent. Two dark shadows came to the back door of Qiuyue Pavilion like ghosts.