Han Shizu

Chapter 1727 Fu Yin is taking a concubine

After decades of construction, a large number of landmark buildings have appeared in Tokyo, such as Imperial City Square, Zhaolie Temple, Shangqing Palace, Daxiangguo Temple, Nanshi, Taihe Building and so on.

Tokyo is a place where water flows criss-cross. The main and branch water veins with the Bian River as the core have brought abundant waterway capacity. The Bian River passes through the city, and more than ten Hongqiao bridges across the two banks serve as an important part of the city's convenient transportation. , has also become the symbol of Kaifeng.

Before and after, the government built 72 large and small bridges inside and outside Kaifeng, known as "Tokyo 72 Bridges". The 36 buildings were built according to the overall planning of Kaifeng when it was newly built, and the last 36 buildings were built according to the actual needs of the subsequent governors. Up to now, they are magnificent.Of course, there are not only 72 bridges in Tokyo, but these bridges are more famous.

Tongqing Bridge is outside Luocheng, running north-south, with a length of more than 24 feet and three feet. It connects the two cities in the north and the south. Largest cargo terminal.

Different from many bridges with wooden structures, Tongqing Bridge is completely built of bricks and stones.

The two sides of the Bian River are originally a place where people converge. When the spring is warm and the flowers are blooming, the Tongqing Bridge is also in a busy state. Pedestrians, vehicles and horses pass by, and the sound of hustle and bustle can be heard endlessly.

Liu Yang was standing on the top of the bridge at this time, with his hands slightly propped on the white stone railing, looking at the Bianshui under his feet in a trance.On the stigma, there are carved heads of lions and tigers in different shapes, and the nearby lion and tiger seem to be smiling at Liu Yang at this moment.

Prosperous scenes always bring joy, dispelling the haze accumulated in Liu Yang's heart.There is a huge space under the Tongqing Bridge, which can accommodate two thousand stone ships. However, due to the season, the water level is still low. At this time, most of the boats passing on the river are small Bian boats. Even if there are large boats, the draft is extremely shallow.

Amidst the rhythmic chant, Liu Yang's thoughts gradually drifted away, and his eyes were slightly blurred.It's past noon, the Golden Crow hides, with a lot of light, the sun looks much dimmer, and Liu Yang, standing on the bridge, looks a little lonely.Of course, under the vigilance of the guards, no one can disturb him.

Liu Wenji was bored, running and jumping on the bridge under the supervision of a guard.The deck of the bridge is flat, but there are stone steps for pedestrians on both sides of the road. Liu Wenji just counted the steps, running from the South Bridge to the North Bridge, and then from the North Bridge to the South Bridge. His interest was completely attracted, as if he had discovered something very interesting.

"Your Highness, I heard that Mr. Liu Fu Yin is entertaining guests at the Taihe Building." The servant Wang Yue hurried up to the bridge, saluted respectfully, and reported.

"Oh?" Liu Yang came back to his senses, narrowed his eyes slightly, and asked casually: "Banquet! What name?"

"It is said that it is Liu Fuyin who is taking a concubine," Wang Yue whispered.

Hearing this, Liu Yang couldn't help but smiled: "It's such a happy event! Now that I've heard the good news and I have free time, how can I not join in the fun? Lead the way!"

"Yes!"

When he turned around, he saw Liu Wenji who was still "conquering" Tongqing Bridge, Liu Yang showed a kind expression on his face, and ordered in a low voice: "Send someone to escort Wenji back to the palace first!"

"Yes!"

"If I remember correctly, Taihe Tower is the property of Dongping Wang's family!" Liu Yang suddenly asked again.

"Return to Your Highness, that's right!"

Taihe Building is now the most luxurious and high-grade restaurant in Tokyo. After more than 20 years of operation, it has accumulated a huge reputation, its services are becoming more and more perfect and rich, its style is unique, and its threshold is getting higher and higher. Inside, of course, ordinary people can't afford it.

Its owner, named Zhao Xian, is also a well-known businessman in Tokyo, even the entire Han Dynasty, but anyone with a little bit of status knows that standing behind Taihe Tower is the Dongping Palace.

And that Zhao Xian was originally the general of Dongping King Zhao Kuangzan, and he followed Zhao Kuangzan when he was still the King of Yan and was in Youzhou.Backed by the towering tree of the Dongping Prince's Mansion, Zhao Xian is naturally omnipotent in business, involving all walks of life, even businesses with stable financial resources such as salt, iron, tea and wine, have intervened, and accumulated a lot of wealth. Speaking of millions, there are always 50 guan in the waist.

Of course, Taihe Building is still the main business of Zhao Xian, it is the core industry, and it is also the bridge that is most closely connected with the Dongping Palace. The role of the restaurant is obviously not limited to welcoming and sending off.

At the beginning, Zhao Kuangzan entered Beijing with Emperor Liu after Qianyou's Northern Expedition, and then vigorously developed industries and managed money and silk. He originally intended to show his ambition and dispel Emperor Liu's suspicion.

But I never thought that after more than 20 years, this property has achieved explosive growth, and I don't know how many times it has doubled.These meritorious nobles of the great man are all wealthy families. Even those who guard the imperial court's salary gifts can live a prosperous life, let alone a well-run family like Zhao Kuangzan.

Today's Taihe Building looks more luxurious than it did back then, with the word "expensive" highlighted, money is expensive, people are expensive.The facilities are also more complete. In order to provide a place for guests to park their cars and horses, they expanded to the north and enclosed a large area. In the process of the collapse of the boundaries of the square and the city, they were the first to push down the walls of the square.

When Liu Yang arrived at Taihe Tower, the restaurant was decorated with lights and festoons, creating a joyous and festive scene.There are a lot of vehicles parked behind the restaurant, and the canopy is gathered. Obviously, there are a lot of guests at the banquet, and they are all people of extraordinary status.

But today, the most important guest of Taihe Tower is the governor of Kaifeng. Even if it is just a concubine, he puts down his dignity, shows the utmost respect, and arranges it properly.

Of course, this respect comes from the power of the prefect of Kaifeng. After all, this is the only second-level magistrate in the world, and his status is higher than most of the chief officials of the Taoist department.At the same time, Taihe Building had to pay attention to the background of the governor of Kaifeng.

Today's Kaifeng governor is surnamed Liu, taboo Jichang.The person surnamed Liu is not necessarily a royal family member, but Liu Jichang, the governor of Kaifeng, happens to be, and his status is very noble. Although he belongs to the collateral line, he is the eldest son of Xu Wang Liu Chengyun.

And Xu Wang Liu Chengyun is the head of the clan today, and has always been respected and trusted by Emperor Liu, entrusting the clan affairs to each other.At the moment when King Xu is late, Liu Jichang, as the legitimate first successor to the king, can imagine the respect he can enjoy.

Liu Jichang is not yet 40 years old, and he is not a few years older than Liu Yang, but he can become the governor of Kaifeng. Some of his personal talents are secondary, and the most important thing is the addition of his status.

In the Han Dynasty, since Wei Xiaowang Liu Chengxun and Emperor Liu, there was no tradition that the prince was also the governor of Kaifeng, that is, heir to the throne. Therefore, there were many ministers with foreign surnames who served as governors.

Ministers such as Wei Renpu and Lu Duan all have experience in this position. However, the royal family members have obvious competitive advantages in this position, such as Murong Yanchao, and now Liu Jichang.

Lu Duan was promoted to the center by Emperor Liu. After entering the hall, Emperor Liu also hesitated in considering his successor. In the end, under the influence of the concept of "Liu's world", he chose Liu Jichang as his nephew.

Of course, Emperor Liu's cronyism was also based on his ability. Liu Jichang's resume is also rich. He started as a county magistrate, served as a magistrate, and served in Xiangyang Prefecture. Before he was transferred to Kaifeng Prefecture, he was a transfer envoy of Huguang. year.

In the magnificent banquet hall, there was a din of voices, and there was a scene of singing and dancing.As the center of the banquet, Liu Jichang was seated safely, enjoying the flattery and flattery of various guests.

Liu Jichang looks very good, he is a middle-aged handsome man, he looks personable and dignified.Due to taking a concubine, she was dressed festively, with a few locks of long beards neatly groomed, and there was always a reserved smile on her face as she changed cups and cups.

If it was just for taking concubines, it wouldn't be so extravagant, it was just a pretext for a party.The invited guests, in addition to relatives and friends, are more dignitaries and colleagues in the capital, and they are all celebrities of the upper class. These people need an opportunity to socialize and communicate.

Liu Jichang obviously wanted to achieve something when he took office in Kaifeng Mansion, which required support from all sides. He couldn't be as diligent as Zhao Kuangyi, nor could he be as calm and steady as Lu Duan, so he could only move his mind from other aspects.

If you want to make achievements in such a high-profile position in Kaifeng Mansion, you can't just rely on your status to be invincible.However, Murong Yanchao's previous political achievements gave him a reference. Murong Yanchao is a construction madman, so he also needs a starting point.If you want to succeed, you need power and money, and among these guests, there are many people who can provide assistance in these two aspects.

During the entertainment, the servant came in a hurry and whispered something to Liu Jichang. The person who had been paying attention to Liu Jichang soon found out that Fu Yin's expression flashed unexpectedly, and soon became serious.

Standing up abruptly, cupping his hands and cupping his fists, after a brief apology, he turned and left the table regardless of other people's curious gazes.And in an elegant room in Taihe Building, Liu Yang has been waiting for a while.

(End of this chapter)