The madam, the old lady and others here were all panicked and hurriedly got up. Although the golden phoenix lifted up the holy family and was in full swing, usually when there was a decree, he would orally announce it after he entered the palace. Like now, he directly issued the decree. It's really unheard of to have someone come home.
The incense table and other items had already been set up, and the whole family knelt down on the floor. The eunuch opened the imperial edict and read a long chapter eloquently. All of it was a reward. Not only did Jin Fengju's official position be mentioned again, making him the youngest fourth-rank official in the court, but he was also given many gold, silver and jewels. , now that the treasury is abundant, there is quite a lot of this money. Even Mrs. Jiang and Lord Jinxiang who were on the road benefited from it and received many rewards. The royal titles of Mrs. Jiang and Mrs. Fang were also upgraded. "
Jiang Wanying was also granted a fifth-grade imperial edict. Just because Fu Qiuning was like an abandoned wife after entering the family, over the years, the emperor only knew that Jiang Wanying was Jin Fengju's wife, and did not know Fu Qiuning at all.
This award naturally made Jiang Wanying feel proud. She couldn't help but glance at Fu Qiuning beside her, and sneered secretly: So what if you are the first wife? Regardless of your status, are you worthy of kneeling next to your cousin? I am the real Xiaohou Ye Gaoming in this house, not you. "
Jin Fengju also felt a little uncomfortable in his heart. This was a normal thing. In the past, he would not even think about Fu Qiuning when receiving orders. Now, seeing her silently kneeling next to him, he felt very uncomfortable in his heart. He secretly thought that he wanted to find someone. Time to praise Qiu Ning in front of the emperor and the queen mother, no matter what, I have to earn a commission for her. Otherwise, what do women look forward to in this life? It's nothing more than being able to rely on her for life, because her husband has unlimited glory. Why do men work so hard? Isn’t it the case that Guangzong Yaozu granted his wife Yinzi
In fact, Fu Qiuning really didn't think so in her heart, and she didn't feel anything about Jiang Wanying being given a fifth-grade imperial edict. She is a contented person, as long as she can have enough food, clothing and clothing to live her own leisurely life, she will be satisfied. The only flaw is that she no longer dares to sing as she pleases. Nowadays, Wanfengxuan is no longer a paradise, so she is always alert, but her voice is so dull that hair is almost growing on her.
Jin Fengju accepted the imperial edict with both hands. The eunuch naturally knew that this was the famous person in front of the Holy Emperor, and said with a smile on his face: "Congratulations to the young marquis, congratulations to the young marquis. It's not even the new year yet, and the emperor has rewarded me with such things. When the new year comes, I really don’t know what kind of favors there will be. With Long Xin overjoyed, it won’t be difficult for this Marquis’ Mansion to become a Duke’s Mansion.”
"Eunuch Lu is joking. The thunder, rain and dew are all your grace. The Holy Spirit has given you such a generous gift. Fengju is extremely uneasy. How can he dare to ask for more? Eunuch, please come into the room and serve tea." Jin Fengju folded the imperial edict and stretched out his hand to invite Lu. When the father-in-law entered the house, he heard him laughing and saying: "Where can I enter the house? The emperor is still waiting for the young marquis in the south study. Now that the decree has been announced, the young marquis can invite you now. To tell you the truth, although I have rewarded you, Such things, but the emperor's face has not looked good since last night. The slaves are all trembling with fear. I hope that the young marquis is gone, which will make the dragon heart happy, and we slaves don't have to carry our heads. Got some work done."
Fu Qiuning wondered why he said this so ambiguously? Fortunately, the emperor is an old man and his preferences are normal. Otherwise, people would really have to think about beauty. She stuck out her tongue in her heart, but Jin Fengju's expression became more solemn, and he said in a deep voice: "But someone came from Yangzhou last night?"
"No wonder the young marquis is able to win the favor of the Holy Family. Your guess is absolutely correct. I don't know what tricks those grandsons did to make the emperor aware of it. It's so tiring that we can't live in peace." Eunuch Lu Sighing, Jin Fengju nodded and said, "In that case, please wait a moment, father-in-law. I will enter the palace immediately after changing my clothes."
After Jin Fengju and Eunuch Lu left, the whole family returned to the house and sat down. Old Mrs. Jin became a little worried and said: "This year has not yet passed, and we have already rewarded so many things. Now Fengju has been announced." Entering the palace, alas! This... what on earth is going on? "
Fu Qiuning knew in his heart that the old lady was probably aware of it, but he didn't dare to say it out loud. If you want your ministers to die, they will have to die. Can you complain just because the emperor asked you to do errands during the New Year? Don’t you want to live anymore? Just as she was thinking about it, she suddenly heard Jiang Wanying say with a smile: "I'm afraid my sister should know in her heart that I rested at Wanfengxuan last night. How could he not reveal the affairs of the court and the emperor's wishes to you?"
One sentence drew all the attention to Fu Qiuning, but she said calmly: "I am a woman, even if you tell me, what will it do? What's more, there is a rule in the palace that the harem cannot interfere in politics. What's more, in our house. Do you usually discuss matters with your sister when the young marquis is in court?"
One sentence made Jiang Wanying choked and speechless. Fu Qiuning was disgusted with her pushy attitude, so he didn't show much mercy, secretly thinking that if I didn't say a few powerful words from time to time, you would still think of me as a piece of dough. So the atmosphere in the hall was a little cold. Fortunately, Mrs. Fang quickly smoothed things over, saying that the emperor valued Jin Fengju, which was a good thing. The whole family followed him to get Mu Junen. Now that the New Year is about to come, even if there is any errand, the emperor will definitely be considerate, because Slowly revealed the words.
At this moment, Jin Fengju also came to the south study. The emperor was the only one in the study. His eyes were gloomy and his face was solemn. Not only did Eunuch Lu say that his face was not good-looking, it was simply a precursor to a storm. Jin Fengju felt his heart skip a beat and secretly wondered what was going on? Could it be that something really big happened in Yangzhou City
"Is Fengju here?" Seeing him, the emperor's face improved a little. He ordered the eunuch Li Dezheng beside him to send everyone out. Then he threw a memorial to Jin Fengju and said bitterly: "Look at it. , this was submitted by the Yangzhou magistrate, look at the salt tax money, is it ridiculous?"
Jin Fengju unfolded the folding book, and after just one glance, his heart suddenly turned, and he couldn't help but blurt out: "What a good dog, with such a sum, but you are in a hurry to put it into the coffin?" He looked down again, and after a while he said leisurely: " It turns out that he has suffered so many disasters. It makes sense to say so... "
"Fart." Before he could finish speaking, he heard the emperor slam down a big book on the Long Case. There was a loud sound that shook the sky. Jin Fengju and Li Dezheng were so frightened that they both trembled and knelt down in a hurry, saying repeatedly: "The minister knows the crime (the slave knows the crime)."
"Get up, what does it have to do with you two?" The emperor made them laugh, and snorted coldly: "These killers, they change their tricks every year and make up some jokes to excuse themselves, I can't do anything with them. . Actually? More than half of the money has gone into their pockets. Jiangnan is rich, and officials have always been greedy. I know it in my heart. I just think that since Taizu founded the country, there have been only a handful of major disasters in the past two hundred years. After all, God has taken care of it, and the country is now rich and the people are strong. Officials are greedy, and this country cannot do without them, so I just turn a blind eye. But look, where is it now? Do you really think that I am old and confused? What do they need so much money for? If you get greedy in one month, you can spend it for several lifetimes. If you are still not satisfied, do you want to hoard money and troops to rebel? "
The emperor was furious. Jin Fengju and Li De were standing aside, not daring to say a word. The old emperor probably vented his anger here and felt a little better. His expression softened and he walked slowly for a few steps: "This Yangzhou magistrate, I still remember how he dealt with him in front of the palace that day. He was really strong and strong. At that time, I I loved his talents and his character of being rich and powerful but not slutty and humble, so he sent him to Yangzhou as the prefect, just to check and balance the salt merchants and officials who were becoming more and more bold. I didn't expect this to happen. In less than three years, he has already colluded with them. However, one of his staff members died in the capital a few days ago. This is very strange. So I hesitated for a long time, thinking that the new year is approaching and your father and brother are coming back. Why? I shouldn’t send you to Jiangnan again, this matter can’t be done within a month or two.”
Can the emperor be embarrassed at this time and be charged with "being inconsiderate to officials"? Therefore, although Jin Fengju smiled bitterly in his heart, he had a positive look on his face. He stepped forward and said: "This matter is of great importance and concerns the country and the country. How can I ignore the country and the country just for the sake of comfort? The Lord is worried about the humiliation of the minister, and the Holy One is worried about this matter. , I have failed to do my job well, now I am willing to go to Jiangnan, vowing to get to the bottom of this matter, so that I can live up to the emperor's grace and hope, and I ask for your permission."
The emperor looked at Jin Fengju with attention, a smile appeared on his face, and he nodded: "Among all the ministers in the court, you are the most suitable candidate. It is difficult for you to be a direct minister and considerate of the holy will at such a young age. Good. , I will leave this matter to you. I will appoint you as a first-class imperial envoy, holding a Shangfang sword, with the power to kill first and report later. You must wipe out all the big and small devils in the Jiangnan officialdom for me, leaving no one behind."
These words were extremely harsh, and the murderous intent was clearly revealed in them. Jin Fengju couldn't help but shudder in his heart, and secretly thought that the old man was really angry this time, and that he would kill everyone without leaving any one behind. I have never heard such words since I entered the court as an official. I have been there before, but this time I used such serious words, which shows that I have murderous intentions.
So I agreed. Jin Fengju saw that the emperor's complexion had softened a little, but his figure was getting thinner. When he came out, he quietly said to Li Dezheng: "But your Majesty, you haven't eaten well these days? Why are your cheekbones protruding?"
Li Dezheng sighed and said, "Isn't that right? But these days, because of the dead staff member and the incident in Yangzhou, I haven't eaten well or slept well for several days. The Za family tried to persuade them several times and even got scolded, but they didn't dare to be too serious. Persuaded."