In the next few days, Qi Yu's family was full of people, and one thing was repeated every day - a banquet for guests.
Because there were too many guests, the cooks were overwhelmed, and Ms. Zhou, who was in charge, had to find another way.
I remember that in my hometown of Yongchuan Prefecture, there is a way to entertain guests called eating on a flowing mat. Guests do not distinguish between first come, first served, and they start eating as soon as they sit down, which saves ingredients very much.
Well, that's it.
As a result, these respectable officials had no choice but to lower their bodies and sit on the benches where they were eating the flowing water.
They believe that the purpose of coming to Qi Mansion is not to eat, but to become familiar with each other, so the food is not important at all.
Inadvertently, Zhou created the first way of entertaining guests in official circles - flowing water seats.
After Yin Jun heard about this, he felt a strong sense of pride: At least, we also enjoyed four side dishes from Qiyu, which is much more honorable than eating on a flowing table...
After the emperor heard about it, he immediately commented: Qi Aiqing lives a frugal life without extravagance or waste, and can be regarded as a moral model in the officialdom.
What?
Your Majesty likes to be frugal?
As a result, a new trend of advocating frugality emerged in the capital, and coarse grains for feeding pigs began to be served on the dining table.
It is said that some officials who love to express themselves even put on patched clothes, making them look like Hong Qigong in the Jianghu world, only holding a roast chicken in his hand.
However, just when everyone was advocating frugality, Zhou and Liu Quan turned to luxury in the opposite direction.
Well, that brand new second-grade imperial lady outfit looks really good on her.
Such a nice shirt, how could it not be paired with some new jewelry?
As a result, several golden knots were hung on their buns.
Although they are a little top-heavy, the mother-in-law and daughter-in-law are enjoying it and are not tired at all.
Qi Yu saw it, but did not dissuade them and allowed them to do as they pleased.
It's just a fresh energy, and it will become normal after it passes.
It’s Chinese New Year, why not have some fun?
good!
After feeling satisfied, Liu Quan asked with longing, "Ms. sir, if you are promoted further, what kind of official will you be?"
Qi Yu replied without hesitation: "Theoretically speaking, rising from the second level to the second level is the first level. However, this is limited to theory and is unlikely to be possible in reality."
"Oh? Why?" Liu Quan was teased
Curiosity aroused and he asked puzzledly.
"Well, my husband is here to give you a little introduction to official knowledge. After you listen, you will basically understand."
"Um……"
Qi Yu introduced and explained: "The official titles of the second grade of Zheng mainly include the six ministers, the left and right censors, the prince's young master, the prince's young master, the prince's Shaobao, etc. Among them, the six ministers and the left and right censors are all officials of the capital. I The conditions are not met. And the prince's young master, young master and young protector are the three teachers of the prince of the country. I have never entered the Hanlin Academy and am not qualified to teach the emperor's family, so this condition is not met. From these aspects, comprehensive From the looks of it, it’s unlikely that I’ll be able to achieve a second-grade official position.”
However, he changed his words and said: "However, from the first-grade governor position, I hope to be able to touch it, but this is only theoretically established."
Liu Quan looked forward to it for a while and then said happily: "Suppose you really become the governor of a country, wouldn't you be able to invite me and my mother to be granted the title of first-class state lady?"
The dignity of the Lady of the State is far above that of the Lady of Imperial Order. It is the highest honor among the Lady of Imperial Order. Who wouldn’t covet it?
In addition to its high quality, it also has one of the most special and attractive features.
That is, you can have a 'surname'.
What does it mean specifically?
Let's put it this way, whether it is the wife who is ordered by imperial decree or the wife who is ordered by imperial decree, she is proud of her husband and takes care of herself. Take Liu Quan as an example. Her canonized title is Qi Liushi, and she does not have a specific name.
But Mrs. Guo is different.
Not only does she have a name, but she also officially omits her husband's surname, and her halo is extraordinary. In addition, the lady of the country is also qualified to have her own memorial arch, which will go down in history and be admired by everyone in the world.
It’s good, but you just get it!
why?
Qi Yu explained: "The title of Lady of the State is very different from imperial orders and imperial orders. She is no longer obtained through official requests, but from the honorary canonization by the emperor. Therefore, even if I am promoted to the first rank As a member of the Communist Party of China, I cannot request this honor for my family members."
This is limited by etiquette and law and cannot be improved.
"Like This!"
"Well, the title of Lady of the Country is very rare. It is usually given to women who have made great contributions to the country. However, most married women stay at home to support their husbands and raise children, so how can they make great contributions? Therefore, there have been few people since ancient times. have to."
Yes, how many people in the world can truly be a heroine?
Do it?
It seems that I can only think about it in my dreams.
Liu Quan seemed a little disappointed with her foreseeable future, but she quickly adjusted her mentality and let go of her worries. .
Being able to achieve the second-grade imperial edict is considered to be the best among men. How can I be greedy?
Thinking of this, Liu Quan became happy again.
Since you are happy, why not take advantage of the opportunity to do something? It’s also a good way to experience the legendary spring breeze.
spring breeze?
good idea!
So, Qi Dalang worked hard again and staged a time-consuming hoeing day at noon.
However, what surprised him was that today's performance at noon was very proactive, and he actually felt like he was being squeezed dry.
Alas, it seems that I have to drink some whip soup to make up for it.
After the clouds and rain were over, Liu Quan leaned into her husband's arms and said softly: "Ms. sir, do you know that something strange happened today?"
eccentric?
"What's the matter?" Qi Yu put down the idea of drinking a certain whip soup and asked curiously.
Liu Quan frowned slightly and said: "Qi Jing's wife Fang sent me a message, saying that we should return her son to our family. Tell me, we have never seen what her son looks like, so how could he run away? Come to our house? In fact, there is indeed no such thing!"
Well, there is definitely something weird about this.
However, Qi Yu laughed it off and said: "I estimate that this is most likely just a joke, or the messenger misinterpreted the meaning, so there was such a misunderstanding. Just imagine, Qi Jingzhen If he loses his son, how can he defend himself against the enemy with peace of mind? For something like this, he will definitely write a letter to inquire about it, so how can he just send an oral message? "
right!
If you look at it that way, it's really possible that it's just a joke.
Anyway, just laugh about it.
"By the way, there's something else I want to talk to you about."
"Well, madam, please speak."
"In the past few days, there have been quite a few matchmakers at home, all of them proposing marriage for our daughter." Seeing the displeasure on Xianggong's face, Liu Quan said hurriedly: "However, for these people who are following the influence of others, all of them have been I refused."
Well done!
How can it be so easy to climb the high branches of my old Qi family?
Besides, are you worthy of my daughter?
