The Prodigal Son of Zhenguan

"Thank you, Your Majesty, for your grace." Madam Fang bowed to thank Li Shimin.

According to the normal rank, even if Madam Fang was granted an imperial decree, she would still be a third-rank imperial decree lady.

Li Shimin's granting of a first-rank imperial decree lady was a grace, and it was not against the rules.

Fang Xuanling's official position was the third rank, but in addition to his official position, he also had a title.

Fang Xuanling is now the Duke of Xing, a first-rank title, and a first-rank imperial decree is called a state lady. Therefore, Li Shimin said that in the future, Madam Fang will be a state lady, that is, she will be called Lady of Xing.

"Okay, send back the two beauties I rewarded to your family." Li Shimin said, "Seeing Lady Xing like this, I was not thoughtful enough."

Li Shimin originally just wanted to see what Fang Xuanling's fear of his wife was, and made such a farce. Madam Fang was still in the Liangyi Hall, showing such chastity in front of him, which made him, the emperor, a little embarrassed.

He was granted an imperial decree and tried his best to make up for it.

In addition to Fang Xuanling, there is also Wei Zheng. I don’t know what kind of commotion Wei Zheng’s family will have.

Fang Xuanling went back with his wife first.

After the two left, Li Fu looked at Li Shimin.

“This is the first time I have seen Mrs. Xingguo.”

“Mrs. Xingguo rarely goes out.” Li Shimin said, “Because of this.”

Li Shimin pointed to his eyes.

Fang Xuanling’s wife had one eye that was blind.

"When Fang Xuanling was not yet a high official, he was just a minor official in the Sui Dynasty. He fell seriously ill and thought he would not survive."

"At that time, he told his funeral, saying that I am sick now and may die. You are still young. If I die, you can remarry."

"As you can see, Lu is a chaste woman. After hearing what Fang Xuanling said, she gouged out one eye to show her feelings, saying that even if you die, I will remain a widow for the rest of my life and will not marry another person."

"Since then, Fang Xuanling has always treated his wife with courtesy. Gradually, it has spread in the court that Fang Xuanling is afraid of his wife and has a reputation of being henpecked."

Li Shimin smiled.

"What do they know? A woman treats her man like this. If the man does not treat her with courtesy, then no matter how talented such a man is, I dare not use him."

Li Fu suddenly realized that this is the case.

All the treatment that Lady Xingguo enjoys now is what she deserves.

As for her saying that Fang Xuanling would not take a concubine, Fang Xuanling would not take a concubine. She had the final say on family matters. Now it was true.

"The character of Prime Minister Fang is also my role model." Li Fu said: "The so-called fear of one's wife is nothing more than respect for one's wife. A man who is really capable can be like Prime Minister Fang, who can freely display his talents in the court and win official positions and titles. This is called ability.

Just putting on airs at home and wagging one's tail outside is not considered capable."

"That's right." Li Shimin nodded with a smile.

Fang Xuanling and his wife left the palace and got on the carriage.

Madam Fang lifted the curtain of the carriage and looked out.

"Let's go back to the mansion." Madam Fang ordered.

"Yes."

The servant driving the carriage gently waved the whip, and the carriage drove slowly.

In the carriage, Madam Fang let out a long breath.

"Today's hurdle has finally passed."

"Madam, when we were in Liangyi Palace, why did you... Don't do this again in the future. The king's heart is hard to predict. What if the cup is really poisoned, how can I live in the future?" Fang Xuanling couldn't help but complain to his wife.

He was really scared just now.

"You have assisted His Majesty for so many years and often met with His Majesty. I am a woman, will His Majesty seriously embarrass me?" Madam Fang said: "After this matter, His Majesty will not reward you with anyone in the future. Otherwise, do you really want our family to be the same as the palace? Who are you and who is His Majesty?"

"Besides, even if it is poisoned wine, so what, I will drink it anyway." Madam Fang said: "Your Majesty is not afraid of being criticized, what should I be afraid of? I am just a woman."

"Take a concubine? You wish."

"Yes, yes, yes, Madam, you are right. I will definitely listen to you about family matters, but you have to live well, otherwise who will I listen to in the future?"

Madam Fang glanced at Fang Xuanling in a bad mood.

"What a bear."

In Liangyi Hall, the eunuch brought a copper basin, Li Fu washed his hands, and then wiped his hands with a silk cloth.

"Huairen, has Zhao Deyan contacted you in the past two days?" Li Shimin asked.

"No." Li Fu responded: "However, I have seen that the number of officials from all over the country who have come to Chang'an to take the examination is increasing.There are more and more of them. Someone from my brother's farm came to deliver a message saying that someone wanted to live in the newly built inn on the farm. It can be seen that these officials who came to Chang'an City have already filled up the inns and houses in Chang'an City, and the queues are outside the city. "

"My brother's farm is not close to Chang'an City, but there are still people living there."

Li Shimin nodded slightly.

"Recently, there are indeed many officials gathered in Chang'an City. The assessment matters must be done in time. The pressure on the right servant is quite great."

"Is it very troublesome? Can't more people be assigned?" Li Fu asked curiously.

"If more people are assigned, there will be more people to deal with when there is any unrest. Changsun Wuji, his status is there. Even if he is dealt with, I can save his life. At most, he will not be an official, but he is still a royal relative."

"But if someone else gets involved, the assessment matter will be in vain. ”

The more people there are, the more complicated the network of relationships will be, and the more troublesome it will be to deal with. It is better to let Changsun Wuji do it all by himself.

Simple and direct, neat and tidy.

"If Zhao Deyan comes to you in the next few days, you can tell him something about the official assessment." Li Shimin said: "Zhao Deyan came to the capital to find a way. With his personality, I guess there must be a circle of people around him."

"Yes. "Li Fu responded with a bow.

Li Erfeng wanted to play big, and mentioned again that he was using Changsun Wuji as a consumable...

He also wanted to secretly create some waves among the officials who came to Beijing for assessment...

Chang'an City was bustling with people, and the officialdom was full of people coming and going.

Looking at the reaction in the palace now, it feels like Li Shimin is in charge of the world.

Even the official group must be known, and even the next step is under Li Erfeng's control.

Even guiding...

Li Fu couldn't help but think of Luo Yi's rebellion, and he was surrounded by Li Erfeng's secret agents...