The news that the head of Jinxiang County had been expelled spread more and more widely in Chang'an City.
In this era, the Tian family is actually in a state of shrinking the number of titles and promotions. In other words, the Tian family does not want too many ministers to be granted titles. It is best to have fewer and fewer ministers. If all the ministers with titles die, the whole family will die. Light, thank God.
The same is true for clansmen. The emperor does not want too many clansmen.
Because clans, like titles, are non-laborers who do not engage in production, the court had to give each clan a title, a fief, and a real estate.
Clan relatives, a species that gets something for nothing, are particularly good at giving birth. They give birth to one litter in a lifetime, and all the babies in the litter are related to the Tian family. It is unreasonable not to give them a title, but to give them a title, they also need to grant land and food...
As a result, it falls into a vicious cycle.
In the long run, the burden on the national treasury will become heavier and heavier, and more serious consequences will arise, especially the annexation of land by the powerful landlord class.
The emperor knew this problem very early, so starting from the Zhenguan period, the Tian family intentionally or unintentionally removed the titles of ministers, reduced the salaries of clan members, and tried to reduce the burden on the treasury.
Looking at the overall situation, there is nothing wrong with the emperor except for the title of the Lord of Jinxiang County. Even if he doesn't give a reason, there is nothing wrong with him.
If I have to explain it, the state treasury cannot afford to support the county owner, is that okay?
However, the discussions between the government and the opposition in Chang'an are not that simple.
After all, before Jinxiang was removed from the company, he had an affair with Li Qinzai, and also involved the former Heluo Yu family.
When Prince Teng got married to the Yu family, he was about to get on the sedan chair, but was stopped by Li Qinzai at the right time. Well-informed people described vividly that someone saw Li Qinzai's good friend Xue Nagaoqi leading a group of Chang'an's top dandies. , bid farewell to Yu Yin at the Zheliu Pavilion outside Chang'an City.
"Farewell" is a glossed word, or worse, it means expulsion.
Then, Jinxiang was stripped of his title of county leader.
Obviously, there must be a follow-up to this matter.
Under the enthusiastic expectations of many onlookers, the follow-up came as expected.
The day after the title of the lord of Jinxiang County was reduced, a team of people walked out of the British palace.
There were about hundreds of people, all of whom were members of the Duke's Mansion.
The tribesmen were all dressed up, with silk ribbons hung on the scabbards on their waists. The tribesmen led the way, followed by the grandly dressed Li Qinzai. Finally, there was a group of servants carrying the ceremony burden, and the procession was majestic. They line up for several miles, from Zhuque Street to Taipingfang.
Except for the opening ceremony, the rest were all servants carrying gift burdens. In addition, there were officials invited from the Ministry of Rites to preside over the ceremony, as well as matchmakers, marriage certificates, wild geese, wedding cakes, etc.
All the rituals and objects needed for the wedding were used.
This battle was going on in Chang'an City, and it didn't look like taking a concubine at all.
The city of Chang'an was in an uproar. The crowd of people watching was longer than the queue to welcome the bride. The crowds of people followed Li Qinzai to the outside of Prince Teng's Mansion.
Li Qinzai got off his horse, straightened his clothes, and in front of the people watching the excitement in Chang'an City, he loudly said to the closed gate of the palace: "I, Li Qinzai, today marry Li Yixiu, the daughter of King Teng. Please invite all elders." Be a witness.”
As soon as he finished speaking, the door of Prince Teng's Mansion slowly opened.
Prince Teng, who was dressed in rich clothes, stood inside the door, staring at Li Qinzai with complicated eyes. Looking at the sea of people outside the gate, the endless supply of gift burdens, and the accompanying officials from the Ministry of Rites and the three matchmakers and six certificates, Prince Teng's eyes flashed. A hint of relief.
Who dares to believe that this scene is a ceremony for marrying a concubine?
What Li Qinzai said yesterday really came true.
Although the daughter is still a concubine after marriage, a man who ignores the world's eyes in order to marry his daughter will definitely not be wronged by marrying him.
The last trace of anger in Prince Teng's heart finally disappeared.
He accepted the reality and finally made a compromise for the sake of his daughter.
Every father will always compromise for his children, again and again in his life.
It seems that this has become the destiny of generations of people.
Jinxiang, who was wearing new clothes, was helped out by Xi Niang, and he and Li Qinzai knelt down and saluted King Teng side by side.
Teng Wangqiang laughed a few times, waved his hand, and gave Li Qinzai a few words. He watched Jinxiang enter the sedan chair. Li Qinzai saluted and then mounted his horse, and the welcoming team left in a mighty manner.
At that moment, Prince Teng seemed to have been drained of all his strength, and his appearance became much older.
From Prince Teng's Mansion to Duke Guo's Mansion, beating gongs and drums through the streets and alleys again, marrying a concubine with such fanfare, Li Qinzai's uniqueness once again opened the eyes of the people of Chang'an.
Although they did not follow the formal wedding ceremony procedures, the scene arranged by Li Qinzai made Prince Teng's Mansion and Jinxiang beautiful enough.
After entering the Duke's Mansion, Jin Xiang met Li Ji and Li Siwen according to the ceremony. The elders smiled and gave them valuable gifts.
From this moment on, Jinxiang officially became Li Qinzai's woman.
The moment I stepped into the Li family's door, the original vow of "I can't let go even if the sky is thundering" still echoes in my ears.
After meeting his parents-in-law, he was expected to enter the bridal chamber according to the etiquette, but Li Qinzai temporarily changed the etiquette, helped Jin Xiang into the carriage, ordered all the songs and went straight to Ganjingzhuang.
There is also a big-bellied woman in his family. Li Qinzai has been away from home for many days because of the matter in Jinxiang. If he doesn't come back, the big-bellied woman will go crazy.
The trip was very busy. After Li Qinzai and Jinxiang said goodbye to Li Ji and his parents, they hurried out of the city.
It wasn't until he left the Chang'an city gate that Jin Xiang in the carriage let out a long sigh of relief, looking both excited and a little tired.
The happiness overflowing from the bottom of her heart appeared on her stunningly beautiful face.
At this moment, she still couldn't believe that she actually married the person she wanted to marry. She could spend the rest of her life with the person she loved. No matter how much she paid, it was worth it.
Quietly opening the curtain of the carriage, Jin Xiang looked at Li Qinzai riding a horse outside the carriage, with a hint of cynicism flashing across his handsome face from time to time.
Jin Xiang smiled shyly, which fascinated her like crazy and made her want to stop. It was this familiar face and the interesting soul hidden under it.
There are too many advantages. In Jinxiang's eyes, Li Qinzai is a treasure. Fortunately, she discovered this treasure and got it after going through hardships.
Outside the carriage, Li Qinzai also noticed Jin Xiang's shy smile, so he glanced at her: "Why do you have this proud expression of a bandit who just came down from the mountain and robbed the gold and silver treasures? I have finally been succeeded by you. Are you planning to hold a celebration banquet?" ?"
Jin Xiang chuckled and said again: "It's not serious again."
Li Qinzai hummed: "Now that we're married, don't we need to hide the expression on our faces after all our efforts and victory? Be a little more reserved. Besides, oh, your best friend Jie'er is still sharpening her knives in the village, waiting for you."
Jin Xiang stopped laughing immediately, and his expression showed guilt, and he asked worriedly: "Is Jie'er... going to be very sad?"
"Half of my husband was taken away from me for no reason. It's you who replaced me. Are you sad?"
Jin Xiang's shoulders slumped and he whispered: "I... never wanted to compete with her, but you made me have thoughts that I shouldn't have. I really can't help it..."
Li Qinzai sighed and said: "Treat her well when you go back. Our family does not distinguish between wives and concubines, but Jie'er's sacrifice is not small. For this reason, you should also respect her as your elder sister and respect her. "
Jin Xiang said obediently: "I have known her for many years. When we were together in the past, she took care of me like a sister. She made the decision on everything."
(End of chapter)
