The moon was dark outside, the wind was high, and the cold wind was howling, but inside the hall, the ground was boiling and warm.
The two sons climbed up and down on Fang Jun's knees. Although they didn't see their father much, they were closely connected by blood. They pestered Fang Jun and played coquettishly. However, the children's energy was limited and they couldn't play. After a while, he snuggled into his father's arms and dozed off.
Fang Jun hugged one with one arm and looked down at the two little faces. He felt very fond of them but also felt guilty.
For his own ideals, it is very likely that his two sons and their families will have to leave their homes and live in exile. Just thinking about it makes me feel unwilling...
Wu Meiniang stepped forward and wanted to take the two children to bed, but Fang Jun shook his head and left her behind, asking his mother-in-law to take the children away.
Wu Meiniang's eyes sparkled, knowing that her husband had something important to say, her heart sank, and she sat down obediently.
She watched with her own eyes as Lang Jun rose from a young man to a high official and was promoted to a noble rank. His achievements were even more prominent in the world, and he became the pillar of the empire and an important minister of the court. He was steady and steady along the way, and he was calm and calm in the face of any difficulties. , have you ever seen him with such a solemn look?
He dismissed all the maids, leaving only a group of wives and concubines in the hall.
Fang Jun thought about it for a moment and said softly: "After the beginning of spring, Princess Zhende and Qiao'er will leave for Huating Town with their parents. Shu'er will also go after giving birth. Only His Highness and Mei Niang will be left at home."
The expressions of all the female family members changed in an instant.
Although they have never participated in national affairs, these people have always been familiar with the changes in the court situation. Seeing that Lang Jun's tone at this moment was one of decision rather than discussion, they knew that things were unusual.
Princess Gao Yang was a little nervous. She held the handkerchief in her delicate hands and frowned, "Is it so serious?"
Fang Jun met the gazes of his wives and concubines, smiled, patted the armrests of the chair, and said softly: "It can't be said how serious it is, just be prepared. It's just that you have to prepare for the worst in everything, make the greatest efforts, and strive for it." The best result, not to mention that His Highness is visiting Jiangnan this time. You should know that the scenery in Jiangnan is indeed different from that in Guanzhong, and it is very suitable for travel and enjoyment. If you have nothing to do, everyone can just go and have fun and relax, and see the mountains and rivers of China. If something happens, you can avoid risks in advance so that your husband can have no worries."
As a princess of the Tang Dynasty, Gao Yang could not do anything to her no matter how Chaoju changed. As for Wu Meiniang, she needed her help no matter whether it was changes in her family's property or the political situation.
The hall was silent for a while, and the atmosphere was very heavy.
Who would have thought that the Fang family, which today is still blooming with flowers and burning like oil, would have to avoid trouble in the south of the Yangtze River tomorrow and be homeless?
Fang Jun also felt this solemnity, thought for a moment, and said with a relaxed smile: "Didn't I say that we should try our best and prepare for the worst, but it is actually not that serious. No matter how the situation develops, there will be Who can do anything to our Fang family? My husband is not only 'reckless', but also 'hard'! Others may not know it, but don't you still know it?"
"spit!"
The wives and concubines all blushed and spat together.
What a stupid thing to say, I'm so embarrassed...
Fang Jun laughed, stood up and said: "Okay, don't be so gloomy. These two days are Sanlang's wedding, and there are many things inside and outside the house. Let's take a rest early. Shu'er is pregnant and has difficulty moving. Shengman I'm new to the place and I'm unfamiliar with the place, and I still rely on His Highness and Mei Niang to arrange many things, but don't be too energetic when you get up early tomorrow."
Wu Meiniang said: "Don't worry, sir. Princess Han will be back early tomorrow morning. Your Highness and I will help you together. The arrangement of relatives and female family members and the care of all exchanges and favors will be perfect. Your Majesty has arranged for officials from the Ministry of Rites to come to the mansion. The etiquette is also rigorous and thorough, and there are no mistakes.”
Fang Jun then nodded and said, "You are all a virtuous wife of a certain person. How lucky are you to be able to raise eyebrows with you and grow old together? Okay, hurry up and wash up and go to bed."
"Here."
All the girls responded in unison, then got up and went back to their respective rooms to wash and sleep.
Fang Jun sat in the hall for a while, then returned to Princess Gaoyang's room to sleep.
Even though the situation is changing and dangerous, everything must happen after His Majesty Li Er's Eastern Expedition. As long as His Majesty Li Er sits in Chang'an for a day, even if he is as unruly as Changsun Wuji, he will not dare to make the slightest change, so time It is quite spacious and can allow him to arrange it calmly.
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The next day dawned, and the sun, which had not been seen for many days, was high in the sky.
Starting early in the morning, guests began to arrive one after another. Most of them were distant relatives of the Fang family who came all the way to Chang'an to attend the wedding, so they found a place to stay in advance and came to send congratulations, and they would not officially arrive until tomorrow.
Therefore, the number of guests is limited, and there is no need to leave food, so it is not busy to entertain.
What is really busy is the preparation of various etiquettes. His Majesty Li Er treated Fang Xuanling, a minister of humerus, very favorably, and Fang Yi was getting married. His Majesty Li Er simply sent officials from the Ministry of Etiquette, and all the etiquette was in accordance with ancient etiquette. , meticulous to show honor.
This makes the whole family very busy. Everyone in the house must be familiar with various etiquette procedures in advance and practice them in advance to avoid making mistakes in a hurry.
It wasn't until it got dark that it came to an end.
The etiquette training was over, but guests began to arrive one after another. Although tomorrow is the wedding day, all the relatives and old friends of the younger generation come to the door one after another, saying that they only need to be given instructions and help to show their closeness. In fact, it seems that such a wealthy family has no need for outsiders to help them. hand?
But this is a custom after all. The more people come, the more it represents the prosperity of the family and the excellent popularity of the descendants. Not only must we thank you warmly, but we must also take care of the food...
Fortunately, Fang Jun had an excellent drinking capacity and was accompanied by three or four tables of guests, still calm and relaxed, chatting and laughing.
After a night's rest, early the next morning, the sky was dim and the whole mansion became completely busy. Groups of guests came to the door one after another, and all kinds of congratulations were carried into the house and sent to the warehouse. The house was decorated with lights and colors, and the atmosphere was warm and festive.
Fang Yizhi has always been a person who doesn't care about things. He has a dull and upright personality. Even if he doesn't want to take care of it or doesn't understand it, he can only stay in the hall and act as a mascot, saying a few words to the guests who come to congratulate him. It seems to be quite high-quality.
As for the task of welcoming and delivering, it naturally fell on Fang Jun's shoulders.
He stood at the door early in the morning, greeting and smiling with the guests who came to the door. His cheeks were almost stiff all morning. Nowadays, although Fang Xuanling has retired from office, Fang Jun has successfully taken over his father's duties and became a very important minister. Not only has the human relationship not declined at all, but it has become more and more prosperous.
Not only were all the officials of the fifth rank and above in the imperial court sent congratulatory gifts, but even the governors and governors from other places did not dare to neglect anyone with the slightest friendship. Even if they did not dare to leave their posts without authorization because of their duties, they all sent their nephews to accompany them. Wearing thick congratulatory gifts, he came to the door to congratulate him. The door of the Fang family was constantly crowded with people all day long, and the threshold was almost broken.
At noon, there was a sound of whips in front of the gate of the mansion. Prince Li Chengqian's car drove to the gate surrounded by dozens of fat and strong guards wearing helmets and armor. The men of the Fang family who had been waiting here were waiting there. Under the leadership of Fang Xuanling, they all stood on both sides to respect His Royal Highness.
Li Chengqian wore a brocade robe, stepped on the back of the interior and got out of the carriage, quickly moved his inconvenient legs and feet and walked to Fang Xuanling, who was bowing to salute. He supported him with both hands and said in panic: "The Prime Minister of the Fang is so generous, how could I be alone?" How can you bear it? Please get up quickly, please get up quickly."
Fang Xuanling straightened up and said with a smile: "Your Highness is the crown prince of the country and the foundation of the country. Old ministers should bow to you solemnly. If you can't bear it, who can bear it?"
The guests who were watching in front of the door were either officials in the DPRK themselves, or their elders were officials in the DPRK. They were naturally aware of the current struggle for the throne. Seeing Fang Xuanling's posture and hearing these words, they couldn't help but be secretly shocked.
Although Fang Jun has always been the most powerful supporter of the prince, Fang Jun is just Fang Jun after all. He can represent Fang Xuanling's attitude, but he cannot represent Fang Xuanling's attitude.
But at this moment, seeing Fang Xuanling's great gift, which was almost like a monarch and a minister, and her meaningful words, everyone knew that everyone in the Fang family had unreservedly stood by the prince's side.
Although Fang Xuanling has retired from official service, his status in His Majesty's mind and his foundation in the court are enough to be regarded as a banner. Now this big flag unmistakably expresses its tendency on such occasions, which is an unusual signal for many people.
No matter what advantages King Jin has, the Fang family and the prince will advance and retreat together!
