"Actually, it's not me who knows people, but the old man and Mr. Bai Qing. Didn't he write many of your boss's letters to Yanyun County before? The old man and Mr. Bai Qing praised them greatly when they saw them. , saying that his boy is a rare talent, and they want him to go to Yanyun County." Xiao Yu said.
"Lin Qi is a talented person, but he can't go to our Yanyun County." Xiao Chen said.
"Why?" Xiao Yu asked.
"Because Lin Dongyang may be leaving the mountain again in the near future. He is an official here, but is it ridiculous for Lin Qi to come to our place?" Xiao Chen said.
"Oh..." Xiao Yu was a little disappointed, "Everyone who got along with him these days has become a brother, and he couldn't bear to part with him once they were separated."
"That's not necessarily the case. We will spend a lot of time in Fengyang in the future. If Lin Dongyang takes over, Lin Qi will definitely stay in the capital in the future." Xiao Chen said.
"That's a good relationship!" Xiao Yu said, "It's just Lin Qi..."
"He doesn't know my true identity, but that's not important. What's important is that this kid is not only capable, but also kind and loyal. This is the most valuable thing." Xiao Chen said, "Okay, the imperial city is ahead. You all go back, catch up on your sleep when you need to, and go out to play when you need to. I will work overtime today and you will have a day off."
"Hey, isn't this the Marquis?" Xiao Chen just arrived at the palace gate and ran over to greet you with his full degree, "I wish you a happy New Year!"
"Why did the Marquis come here alone?" Nishimura Zhicun also came to pay New Year's greetings, "He who celebrates the New Year is still traveling lightly!"
"On behalf of our Supreme Majesty the Queen, I would like to extend my warmest New Year greetings to the Marquis." Petroevsky also came to say hello.
"Hahaha, why are you dressed like this?" Xiao Chen became happy as soon as he saw him.
Because today is the day of congratulations from all the officials, all the ministers and ambassadors from the foreign embassies have also arrived. In order to show their sincerity in doing as the Romans do, they all put on bright red official robes.
Namando Nishimura and Shicun both have oriental faces, so it doesn't feel out of place for them to wear official robes, but Petroevsky looks very awkward.
How can I put it, it's like a plate of dog meat in a fine Jingdezhen porcelain, it doesn't make up a banquet!
"Master Xiao, please take a step to speak." Petroevsky pulled Xiao Chen aside and whispered, "Our Queen wants to come to Fengyang City to meet the Emperor of Zhou Dynasty, but before meeting him, she wants to I want to see you, but when will you return to Yanyun County?"
"What is she here for?" Xiao Chen asked.
"I don't know about this, but I think it may have something to do with things in the West?" Petroyevsky said, "You know Mr. Xiao, our relationship with the British is not very friendly. I mean, they are our enemies now, aren’t they?”
"Oh... I may not go back to Yanyun in a short time. If Angel comes, we may be able to meet in Fengyang City." Xiao Chen said, "Is this an official visit or a secret visit?"
"It should be a secret visit. After all, our previous relationship... was a bit delicate." Petroyevsky said, "I haven't informed the Zhou Dynasty about this matter yet. Mr. Xiao, do you think our Queen will come here? What are the risks?”
"This will never happen." Xiao Chen said, "In fact, if Angel is willing to come here in person, our emperor will definitely be very happy. She should come by sea, right? Remember to tell me before coming out, I will send a fleet to pick her up , and escort her over."
"That would be great," Petroevsky said hurriedly.
After a while, the main gate opened wide, and everyone filed in. They passed through the Meridian Gate and arrived at the Qianqing Palace. The gate of the Qianqing Palace was also rarely opened because the emperor was leaving the palace later.
The gate was opened, but the officials could not leave. They could only go through the left door, because only the emperor could go through the middle door.
In fact, the emperor rarely used this door. He usually used the back door when going to court, and only used it when grand ceremonies were held, such as enthronement ceremonies, wedding ceremonies, and sacrificial ceremonies.
In addition to the emperor, there are three people who can leave when leaving the palace, that is, the number one scholar in the new department, the second in the ranking, and the third flower. This can be regarded as the highest honor for scholars...
As Wei Tingyu, the minister of Honglu Temple, shouted, all the ministers bowed to the ground and shouted long live the mountain.
Li Wanjiang, who was sitting on the dragon throne, also changed into a brand new dragon robe today. He looked much more energetic. He waited for the courtiers to finish kneeling before he smiled and motioned to all his beloved ministers to get down.
Ping Shen is Ping Shen, but there are no seats given. First of all, this is not a meeting to discuss the market, it is just a ceremony. Secondly, there are so many people that it seems crowded even if you are standing, let alone sitting. Not that many chairs…
Next comes the main event, which is the time to flatter the emperor, because everyone always has some auspicious words to say to the emperor.
But we cannot directly say that the emperor has a happy New Year, that the emperor is in good health, and that he has a long life. We still need to organize our language so that it cannot be too straightforward.
For example, Zhu Xiaochuan said, "Pu Zai is a filial piety, and he will do things in Ning. He is a civil and military official, with his crown and sword in the court. When he is in the emperor's house, the wind is scattered, and the wind is lingering. The leopard's tail is hooked, and the dragon flag is too common. Li Libibi...'
Xiao Chen said, "The emperor lived and slept on the road, and he took the next step. As for Gu Dan, there was a long shadow. When the emperor entered the spiritual palace, he hit the yellow bell on his left, upgraded his steps and placed jade. The sun was in the middle of the night, and the atmosphere was high. Refute Yin and sweep...'
Wang Anbang said, "The ministers who attend the temple will raise their swans to vibrate the herons, hold them in their hands, or carry their scarves." The auxiliary ministers are holding the guide, bowing their heads, Gui Zan is presented, and the songs are balanced, facing east to empty the throne, and the princes are kissing each other...'
What Liu Qiheng said is, "The people of the temple, the women of the time, the barbarians of the time, all speak the same language. The emperor has been a benevolent and sage for ten thousand years. His ministers have kept records, seen things, dared to spread them in poems, and common people have heard about them for nine thousand years." earth……'
The flattery was very high-level, and Li Wanjiang was very happy to hear that, stroking his beard, smiling and nodding, expressing his approval.
In fact, this kind of grand ceremony is purely a formality. Not only did the officials have to work hard, but the emperor was also burdened.
Speaking of which, Li Wanjiang also stayed up late yesterday and has not slept a wink until now. That means the emperor is in good health, otherwise he might have fallen asleep listening to the carols.
But this is a rule passed down through the ages. No matter who is the emperor, he must do this. This is called following the ancient system. No one dares to abolish it, not even Li Wanjiang.
By the time the entire New Year ceremony was over, it was already dark. Xiao Chen came back, ate a few dumplings, and fell asleep. He was so tired after such a special New Year.
Starting from the second grade of junior high school, it is the real holiday, and everyone begins to officially visit relatives and friends.
Xiao Chen was always hospitable and had many friends. From the early morning of the second grade of junior high school, there had been no interruption in the family.
When people came over to wish him New Year greetings, he would always greet them. Meeting them didn't count, he had to accompany them to eat and drink with them.
You still have to pay your respects, and you still have to go to other people’s homes to eat and drink.
Until the end of the seventh day of the Lunar New Year holiday, Xiao Chen didn't feel like taking a break during the New Year... What the hell!
