"Yes, he is still living in the house, in Dongyuan, and I can't even drive him away.
But he is still of some use. After all, he helped me apply for the position of county governor with the emperor. The imperial appointment edict has not been issued yet, so my position as county governor is real and nameless.
What's wrong? "
Nie Chen said nonchalantly.
Ouyang Ming thought for a moment and said,
"This is a good thing. Although I don't know why, my hunch tells me that keeping this prince at home may be of great use in the future.
I also ask my lord to be kind to the sixth prince, do not let him leave, and try to keep him here as much as possible.
In addition, don't lock the Sixth Prince in Dongyuan. Let him go out for a walk occasionally. As a prince, he can say more good things about you, Your Excellency.
If there is any banquet or banquet, you can also invite the sixth prince to sit together so that everyone can meet this prince.
If you want to send someone out to spread the word, say that you treat the Sixth Prince very well, and that the Sixth Prince feels at home here and lingers so much that he doesn't want to go back to the capital.
In short, it is just a sentence to let others know and see that the Sixth Prince is living a good life with us. "
"Huh? Why is that? Why am I raising an idle person for nothing?"
Nie Chen asked curiously.
"I don't know this yet, but I always feel that this person is of great use. Even if he is useless, you can get a good reputation. After all, the kings no longer respect the royal family, but you respect the prince. Being a distinguished guest is also conducive to the presence of talented people."
"Okay, since it's what you said, it's correct. I'll start arranging this matter in the next few days.
It's noon now. Let's go and eat first. "
Nie Chen stood up and led everyone outside.
Suddenly, a guard ran in from the door of the Yamen and said to Nie Chen,
"Lord, a group of officials are coming outside the door. They say they want to announce an edict. Please go and greet them."
"An official? From the capital?"
Nie Chen turned to look at Zhou Ping and Ouyang Ming, and then led them forward quickly.
Nie Chen quickly arrived at the door with a group of literati and counselors.
At this time, a carriage was parked in front of the door, followed by hundreds of cavalry.
Each of these cavalrymen wore golden armor, and the horses under their crotches were also good horses, but there was no saddle on them, only a layer of cushions.
There were no cavalry in this era, but there were mounted guards, which could only be controlled by masters. Only after the advent of saddles, riding became much easier, and with the ability to fight on horseback, did large-scale cavalry appear.
The cavalry in front of them had fine armor and majestic horses. At first glance, they were the best among the best.
At this time, two people got off the carriage. One was wearing a big red robe, with a white face and no beard. He was about forty or fifty years old. The other was wearing a black civil servant's robe with birds on it.
"Sir, this is a fifth-grade official, and the one in red robe is the eunuch of the palace."
Zhou Ping reminded in a low voice.
It seems that officials from Beijing and the royal family really sent someone to make the appointment.
After the two people got off the carriage, they walked over and said with a smile on their face,
"May I ask, who is Lord Nie Chennie?"
"Nie Chen pays homage to the two adults."
Nie Chen walked forward, held his hands and said.
The Beijing officials were enlarged to three levels. Even the sixth-grade censor sent to local inspections could supervise the county governor. Although this method is not feasible now and no one takes the Beijing officials seriously, Nie Chen should still respect him. Dear.
"Oh, it turns out this is Mr. Nie. He is indeed young and promising."
The eunuch wearing a big red robe walked forward with a smile and said,
"Master Nie, we are here to read out the appointment edict, not only from you, but also from the Sixth Prince. May I ask if His Highness is in the house now?"
"Here I am."
Nie Chen turned to Aaron and said,
"Hurry and invite His Highness Sixth Prince to come over."
At the same time, Nie Chen also murmured in his heart, could it be that the other party came to take the Sixth Prince back? Ouyang just said that he wanted to keep the Sixth Prince, saying that he would be useful, but he couldn't let them take him away.
Forget it, never mind, if you really want to pick him up, just find a way to delay it, or give these two people some gifts.
"My lords, please invite us in the house."
"It's easy to talk about."
This father-in-law is a smiling person, always smiling and has a good attitude.
After all, the vassal towns all over the country now have troops and respect themselves, and no one takes the imperial court seriously. The eunuchs and officials in the capital who used to be domineering have to keep their tail between their legs.
After arriving at the main hall, Nie Chen politely asked the two adults to sit down and drink tea.
Zhou Ping asked people to prepare gold and silver to give to the two men later.
Then he asked,
"May I ask my father-in-law and your lord their names?"
"How can our family be worthy of the title of "Sir"? It's really flattering. Our humble surname is Zeng. This is Zhao Fanhai, the doctor in the Ministry of Personnel. He came here specially to hand over the procedures and register with you."
"It turns out to be Eunuch Zeng and Mr. Zhao. I have admired them for a long time."
At this moment, the Sixth Prince came in hurriedly. As soon as he entered the door, he smiled and said,
"I asked why magpies are chirping today. It turns out it's Eunuch Zeng who's here."
Eunuch Zeng and Langzhong Zhao both stood up, clasped their hands and said,
"Meet His Highness the Sixth Prince."
"No gifts, no gifts, please get up quickly."
The Sixth Prince helped Eunuch Zeng up and said,
"I miss you so much, Old Zeng, how is your father's health recently?"
"Your Majesty's dragon body is in good health. Don't worry about it, Your Majesty. But before you came here, Your Majesty was still talking about you to our family, and even brought you a decree."
After speaking, Eunuch Zeng said,
"Lord Nie, Your Highness, we have been walking all the way and our stomachs are growling with hunger. How about we announce the decree first and then go to dinner after that?"
"Okay, okay."
After speaking, the Sixth Prince came to the center of the hall and knelt down directly.
Next to him, Doctor Zhao also knelt down, and even Zhou Ping, Ouyang Ming and a group of scribes also knelt down.
After all, this is an important occasion for a formal appointment, so you still have to kneel.
Nie Chen sighed and knelt down.
Eunuch Zeng opened the imperial edict and shouted loudly,
"The emperor is destined to be transported by heaven, and the edict says:
As a common man, Nie Chen, as a common man, cares about the country, recruits volunteers, resists the barbarians, protects the family and the country, with a sincere heart, the sky is clear, my heart is not easy, I feel the same, I will report it to my ancestors, and give peace to the people, and canonize it Nie Chen is the governor of Weihu County, with a third-rank official position!
In addition, Nie Chen was conferred the title of General Weihu, and was given the power of military seal. He hoped that Nie Aiqing would guard the border and protect the country and the people!
Admire this! "
"Your Majesty, please accept the order and thank me!"
Although he was not given a title, he was given an official title and military power and the title of general. Nie Chen was now a legitimate county guard and could lead troops in battles openly.
Then, Eunuch Zeng read another imperial edict,
"The emperor is destined to be transported by heaven, and the edict says:
The sixth prince, Ji Kun, is now an adult. As a prince and a pillar of the country, Ji Kun is ordered to worship Nie Chen, the governor of Weihu County, as his teacher. He hopes that you will respect his teacher and obey his orders, be modest, learn, and be sensitive. Ask, caress the people, and support the generals.
In addition, you are not allowed to return to Beijing without an edict!
Admire this! "
