In fact, the reason why I visited Li Keshi and his wife today was mainly because of the good relationship between the two families, not because of Li Jing. If Li Shan came back to Beijing and came immediately after the interview, it might be because of Li Jing.
When the affairs of Daidi came to an end, both Li Keshi and Li Shan changed the subject. During the luncheon, the eldest son personally accompanied Cui Shiniang. During the dinner, they frequently mentioned Cui Shiniang's incident in Sun Moon Lake. Even in the five surnames and seven families, such a woman Also rare.
Keshi Li was too lazy to listen to his wife's conversation and brought the topic to Sinong Temple, "Now the young minister of Sinong is Zhao Yuankai. This man is good at maneuvering and is known for his management..."
Hearing this, Li Shan still didn't understand what he meant. Li Shan twitched the corner of his mouth and said, "I've heard his name."
Master Li laughed and said, "That's good."
After deciding to choose the position of Sinong Qing, Ling Jing and Princess Pingyang both made it clear that your future deputy will not be a fuel-efficient lamp... It's not that Zhao Yuankai will hinder Li Shan, but this person's reputation is not very good. .
Zhao Yuankai was a son of the Zhao family in Tianshui. His father was Zhao Fen, the former prime minister of the Sui Dynasty. He held many positions, but the most important and notorious position was that of Jiangdu County Sheriff, which was about the time when Emperor Yang of the Sui Dynasty went to Jiangdu. day.
He collected rare things and presented rare food and fine wines, so he was given the title of Duke... He had a bad reputation, but he was a particularly good at flattering people.
In the second year of Wude, Yu Wenhuaji was captured and killed by Dou Jiande, and Zhao Yuankai entered the Tang Dynasty. Generally speaking, Li Yuan would ennoble officials who had defected to Li Tang in the previous Sui Dynasty according to the title of the former Sui Dynasty to show his kindness. Unfortunately, this man's reputation was too bad. The Sui Dynasty was a county prince, and he did not get anything after entering the Tang Dynasty.
For this reason, Zhao Yuankai did something jaw-dropping. Prince Li Jiancheng once went to Lishan Mountain to run hot springs. Someone donated a fish, and Zhao Yuankai actually took the initiative to ask for a job to make the sword... Li Jiancheng was not stupid either. He refused, but his reputation became even worse.
Nowadays, Li Shan's reputation is praised in all aspects, but only in terms of money... For example, Li Shimin and Princess Pingyang also think that Li Shan is either tainting himself or doing it in a sensible way, but Ling Jing, who knows Li Shan well, It’s full of worry!
If Zhao Yuankai collects people's wealth, or takes bribes and embezzles, and gives away most of the money to others, even though you, Li Shan, are not greedy for money, you still love people very much!
Thinking of Ling Jing's words, Li Shan felt a little hopeful... Will Zhao Yuankai really give me money?
"Prince Zhongyun once scolded him, and Duke Keming also looked down upon him." Li Keshi looked at Li Shan's expression and explained, "No need to worry."
This was a nod to Zhao Yuankai's political stance. It wasn't that he didn't want to cling to him, but that neither the East Palace nor the Prince of Qin's Palace wanted him... Li Shan was even more relieved, "My nephew is serving as Secretary of Agriculture just for cotton."
"Zhao Yuankai is now in charge of the granary reserves in Guannai and Hedong." Li Keshi specially reminded: "Sinong Qing Liu Qing, who has just become an official, has been recovering due to illness for more than half a year. Sinong Temple is headed by Zhao Yuankai. If there is a shortage of granaries..."
"Of course we have to send people to check it out." Li Shan nodded, but his eyes were a little wandering, and he thought of other things.
Changsun was too lazy to listen to these official affairs, looked at Su Dingfang and said with a smile: "The elder man of the Su family is so lucky, and Liu Niang is gentle and gentle, so he is a good match."
Two months ago, Li Jing wrote to Sanyuan and Chang'an one after another, and arranged marriages with several younger brothers. Although Su Dingfang was of a slightly inferior background, he was awarded the title of County Duke for his military exploits, and he was also a hero of the world. The Li family of Longxi Nor would he refuse such a son-in-law.
Li Keshi and Li Qianyou are even more happy to see the result, hoping to use this marriage to make up for the possible rift with Li Shan.
When the news came back to Zhuangzi, Su's mother was overjoyed and wanted to hold the wedding the next day. Zhu helped to host it. Li Shan also wrote to Zhongshu's minister, Xihe County Duke Wen Yanbo, asking him to come forward as a matchmaker.
Li Yaowang's daughter is already fifteen years old, and Su Dingfang is twenty-seven. The process goes very quickly, but the three books and six etiquettes must be followed step by step.
Now that Nacai, Wenming and Naji have finished, the betrothal letter was sent half a month ago. The gift letter and betrothal money, gift money and betrothal gift were sent a few days ago. This is Nazheng.
If there are no accidents, you can make an appointment before the year, and you can choose a good date after the year to welcome the bride.
Thinking of this, Li Shan's face showed undisguised envy.
"Huairen can't wait any longer?" Changsun covered her mouth and smiled, "Sister Zhang really wants to do it next year, but Cui Sheren..."
Li Shan secretly gritted his teeth, that guy Cui Xin...does he have to wait until he is fifteen?
How long will it take?
No, Li Shan felt furious. He remembered reading miscellaneous books in his previous life. In ancient times, there were so-called condoms. He wanted to give it a try!
Even if it doesn't work, he can still retreat at the critical moment... I don't know if this trick will work.
After leaving the house, Li Shan saw that it was still early, so he simply went to Cui Mansion alone... Anyway, Cui Xin didn't post anything, so I can come anytime.
The frowning father-in-law had not yet gone to the office, but the mother-in-law was quite polite and open-minded, and asked Cui Shiniang to come out to cook tea and entertain the guests.
"Li Langjun." Cui Shiniang's ears were clear and slightly red.
Li Shan listened to the clear and sweet voice, with a slight tremor, and said with a smile: "Thank you, sister."
It seems that they have been engaged for more than half a year, but this is the first real conversation. Li Shan quickly looked at it a few times. He is twelve years old this year and thirteen next year, but he is not short, uh, and Opened up.
"Huairen has a try. This is the craft that Madam Zhu taught Eleven Niang." Zhang said with a smile: "Eleven Niang used to love reciting poems and painting in Qinghe, but now she cooks good tea."
Li Shan lowered his head and took a sip, then looked at Cui Shiniang with a smile. She was really a smart little lady. Zhou and Xiaoman both mentioned that Eleven Niang knew that she didn't like tea and only drank water on weekdays. .
Naturally, it is because of my future mother-in-law that she is good at making tea.
"I haven't listened to my sister's poems yet." Li Shan regretted saying these words, if someone took them out and asked him to comment...
Fortunately, Cui Shiniang said directly: "I don't dare to do anything for my family."
"Li Caixuan's name has spread all over the world." Zhang said angrily: "Of course Eleven Niang can't compare."
"Haha, but my nephew has never learned painting." Li Shan said with a smile: "I will ask my sister to teach me art in the future."
As soon as the words came out of his mouth, Li Shan felt that there seemed to be some ambiguity.
"Then we have to wait a little longer." Mrs. Zhang couldn't be more satisfied with her son-in-law now. It is standard among the children of aristocratic families to be both civil and military, but there are very few who have such high achievements in both civil and military fields.
Moreover, Li Shan has always been very affectionate to the people around him, and his daughter and Zhu are in love. I think this young couple will get along very harmoniously in the future.
"You don't have to wait too long."
The words Zhang added made Li Shan stand up and salute solemnly, "I'll take care of everything, Auntie."
"Gegege." Mrs. Zhang was amused for a moment, then stood up and said, "There are still some errands to do today, Huairen, please have two more drinks."
Li Shan nodded repeatedly, his eyes collided with Cui Shiniang's, thinking that mother-in-law and father-in-law are completely opposite!
