After getting the emperor's promise that he would use the money and grain from the inner treasury to carry out the redemption together with the Ministry of Revenue, Shen Shangshu left Wuying Palace with satisfaction.
However, he apparently forgot something.
According to convention, only local taxes will be transferred to the national treasury. As for some unexpected income, such as confiscated family property, under normal circumstances, it belongs to the internal treasury.
If it is said that the money for the redemption of the army's farmland this time was provided by the Ministry of Household Affairs, then it may be discussed in the end, but if it was originally the money from the internal treasury...
In short, Shen Shangshu left alone. As an old fox who had been in the officialdom for many years, he naturally knew that he should know what he should know and should retreat as soon as possible from what he shouldn't know.
As a result, only Yu Qian, Fan Guang and King Zhennan were left in the palace.
Up to now, the people called by the emperor have basically used everything that should be used. The only thing that has not been mentioned is...
"Dudu Fan, have you been very busy these days?"
Looking at the emperor's warm face, Fan Guang felt a little worried and said.
"Your Majesty, I am indeed a little busy, but getting married is a happy event, and I feel very energetic."
After the words fell, King Zhennan on the side couldn't help but raise his eyebrows in his heart. His in-laws are really...
If Your Majesty wanted to ask about marriage, he just asked casually, would he wait until now?
You must know that he has a special status, he is a member of the royal family, and he has traveled all the way from the fiefdom to the capital to be busy with his son's first marriage.
Therefore, it is natural to talk about these things in front of the emperor. As a clan member, you cannot talk about other things.
But you, Governor Fan, are a serious court official!
The emperor asked you if you were busy. You said you were busy with your daughter's marriage every day?
With no other choice, the fat prince could only cough lightly and said with a smile on his face.
"To be honest with you, Your Majesty, this marriage is in a hurry and cannot be managed in the back house alone. Therefore, I and Governor Fan are busy with many things these days."
"Especially Governor Fan. After handling the affairs of the military government every day, he still has to confirm various details with his ministers after leaving the Yamen. I'm afraid his legs will be too thin."
Zhu Qiyu said nothing, only glanced at King Zhennan gently, then the smile on his face suddenly froze, and then he stepped back without saying a word.
However, after such a mixture, Fan Guang finally came to his senses and said.
"Your Majesty, forgive me. During this period, due to the approaching New Year's Day and the marriage between the two governments, there are many affairs. I am indeed a little slack in the affairs of the military government. Please punish me."
Compared to the extremely smooth King Zhennan, Fan Guang, who was a military general, was obviously much more straightforward.
In fact, this is also the reason why he and Yu Qian have similar temperaments.
Admit it when you're wrong, don't push the blame, don't argue, just be straightforward.
As a result, a smile appeared on Zhu Qiyu's face. What he valued was actually the courageous energy in Fan Guang.
Talking and doing things with a smart man like Zhennan Wang is a worry-free thing, but it is also really tiring.
Relatively speaking, facing a general like Fan Guang who doesn't have so many twists and turns, it is much easier, and you don't even have to speak in such roundabout ways.
"Since I know I have slacked off recently, I have to work harder to make up for it in the future!"
After a mild rebuke, Zhu Qiyu turned to the topic and said.
"In recent days, Yang Hong, the Marquis of Changping, has been ill and has repeatedly submitted memorials to me, wanting to resign from his position as the admiral of the capital. It just so happened that the marriage between the Fan family and the Zhennan Palace will be completed later this year, and the children will have a place to go. , you can also take up the post with peace of mind and serve the imperial court."
These words were not a question, but a confirmation.
Therefore, Fan Guang did not hesitate too much, prostrated on the ground and performed a military salute, saying.
"I accept the decree and will definitely live up to His Majesty's expectations!"
"Okay, get up. This matter is not urgent. When the dust of the wedding is settled, I will issue an order to the capital."
Zhu Qiyu waved his hand, signaling Fan Guang to stand up, and then continued to ask.
"Speaking of which, I heard that in recent days, in addition to preparing for weddings, there are also an endless stream of guests of all kinds in the Fan Mansion. I don't know, but is it true?"
Fan Guang didn't know what the emperor meant, but he nodded honestly and said.
"Your Majesty asked, since the news came out that my daughter is going to marry the Prince of Zhennan, there are indeed many honorable families who have not been close to each other in the past. Because the people who come are all honorable ministers, the ministers are not It’s easy to refuse, I have indeed spent more time in the house during this period.”
Seeing Fan Guang's 'honest' look, King Zhennan stood aside and couldn't help feeling depressed again.
In-laws, please stop worrying about your absence from work, okay? The emperor has already read this article, why are you holding on to it?
These words are obviously asking, how is your current relationship with Jingzhong Xungui? Where did you go to answer...
As expected, the emperor felt helpless towards the slow-moving Governor Fan, so he simply asked directly.
"How many mansions are there?"
Fan Guang thought for a while and said: "Most of the nobles in Beijing have sent greeting cards, but not many of them actually came to visit, including Duke Feng, Marquis Wu'an, Marquis Zhenyuan, Marquis Yongkang and Marquis Cheng'an, etc. Several.”
"By the way, the eldest princess of Changde also sent someone to the palace and gave the little girl a red gold head and face."
When he heard the previous sentence, Zhu Qiyu still looked normal, but when he heard the latter sentence, he was stunned for a moment and asked.
"Given by the imperial sister?"
After thinking about it, Zhu Qiyu asked again: "Did Prince Consort Xue send it over?"
Fan Guang shook his head and said: "Your Majesty, no, the eldest princess sent it to her aunt in the palace. She said it was worn by the eldest princess when she got married. She also said..."
At this point, Fan Guang's heavy tone brought with it a hint of doubt. He hesitated for a moment, but continued.
"He also said that since my daughter is marrying a member of the clan, and being married by His Majesty himself, she is naturally a great blessing. Her Royal Highness, the eldest princess, has not seen a member of the clan get married for a long time, so she will naturally be blessed."
No wonder Fan Guang was confused, what he said was really weird.
Who is Her Royal Highness the Princess?
She was the late emperor's direct daughter, the Supreme Emperor and the only living sister of the emperor today. In terms of honor, except for the Queen Mother and the Empress, who could be more noble than her.
Even though the Fan family is now a distinguished person, it is only because they have climbed up to the royal family and are lucky enough to be married to the prince of the palace.
And the eldest princess of Changde is a royal herself, and all the blessings in the world belong to the royal family, so there is no need for any blessings...
However, Fan Guang couldn't understand it, but Zhu Qiyu understood it.
After understanding it, his expression became unusually complicated.
The eldest princess of Changde is naturally blessed enough. As the only living sister of the two brothers Zhu Qizhen and Zhu Qiyu, no matter what happens in the future, it will not affect a weak woman like her.
However, it's just her. As for her husband, Prince Consort Xue Heng, that may not be the case.
After thinking about Fan Guang's words just now, Zhu Qiyu rubbed his forehead and sighed inwardly.
Xue Heng, Xue family, Yangwuhou Mansion...
