Five years of county magistrate, 100 million catties of grain shocked Li Shimin

Chapter 210 Wedding Date and Intercession
Not long after, Fang Yuan came to Du Mansion.

There is no need to notify, there is no obstruction, Fang Yuan directly enters.

As soon as he entered, Fang Yuan felt that the atmosphere in Du Mansion was a bit heavy.

The servants and servants who came and went had heavy faces, and their footsteps were fast and silent.

Not long after, Du Miaoyan walked out, took over as the gate guard, and welcomed Fang Yuan in.

"What happened?"

Fang Yuan saw that Du Miaoyan's expression was also a little different, and asked in a deep voice.

"My father's condition has worsened."

Du Miaoyan sighed.

In the morning, after the fortune teller calculated the wedding date, Du Ruhui was overjoyed and suddenly fell into a coma.

After being treated by the imperial physician, he finally woke up, but his condition became more serious, and he might not be able to last for half a year.

"Sorry!"

Fang Yuan opened his mouth, and finally only had these two words.

The only way to hold Du Miaoyan's hand tightly was to give her little cold hands some warmth.

Du Miaoyan smiled bitterly, the corners of her eyes were sparkling, she held Fang Yuan's hand backwards.

Not long after, Fang Yuan came to Du Ruhui's courtyard.

As soon as I arrived at the yard, I smelled a strong smell of medicine.

Enter the room, Mrs. Du is here to accompany you.

And Du Ruhui was lying on the bed, his hair seemed to be whiter than before.

"Uncle Du!"

Fang Yuan stepped forward quickly, choked up and said.

"You came."

"No need to be sad."

"Birth, old age, sickness and death are the normal state of life."

Du Ruhui stretched out his hand and said in relief.

Fang Yuan quickly held Du Ruhui's hand, and found that his hand was already skinny.

"You guys go out first, I'll chat with Fang Yuan."

Du Ruhui said softly.

Madam Du and Du Miaoyan left.

The door was closed, only Fang Yuan and Du Ruhui were left.

"Fang Yuan, I have high hopes for you!"

Du Ruhui suddenly grabbed Fang Yuan's hand and said solemnly.

"Uncle Du, please speak up!"

Fang Yuan felt blocked in his heart, said respectfully.

He didn't understand why Du Ruhui valued him repeatedly?
"After I leave, I can no longer help you."

"But I believe that your future is no worse than mine."

"If you encounter any problems that cannot be solved, you can find my brother Chuke."

Du Ruhui said with a smile.

His younger brother, Du Chuke, is now only on the fifth rank, comparable to Fang Yuan.

But Du Ruhui has already arranged that when he is about to die, he will plead with Li Shimin and give this younger brother a promotion.

Originally, he also wanted to intercede with Fang Yuan, but Fang Yuan ascended too fast, there was too much resistance to ascend, it was almost impossible, so there was no need to try.

"Don't worry, Uncle Du."

Fang Yuan nodded solemnly.

Fang Yuan met Du Chuke when he was in Du Mansion last time.

"That's good."

"I asked the fortune teller to choose two auspicious times."

"One is on August [-]th, and the other is on October [-]st, which one do you think is better?"

Du Ruhui nodded in satisfaction, and then chatted about Fang Yuan and Du Miaoyan's marriage.

The auspicious time is calculated today. There are several days, and these two days are the most recent.

"August [-]th."

Fang Yuan thought for a while and said.

It was already July, and there was only one month left until August [-]th.

October [-]st is actually pretty good, but Fang Yuan felt that Du Ruhui didn't have much time, so he chose a closer date.

It is estimated that he thought so too, but he still asked his own opinion, which shows that he respects himself and does not look down on himself because of his high status.

"Okay, August [-]th!"

"Fang Yuan, Miao Yan will entrust you from now on!"

"For Miaoyan's sake, I hope you will take care of the Du family more!"

There was a red light on Du Ruhui's face, very satisfied with the result.

He also wanted to settle down sooner, and his wish could be fulfilled sooner.

It is my biggest wish now to see my eldest daughter get married.

"Don't worry, Uncle Du!"

"I am one with the Du family!"

Fang Yuan said in a deep voice.

The Jingzhao Du family is a big family, and it is a good thing to have a relationship with the Jingzhao Du family.

But what Fang Yuan didn't know was that because Du Ruhui's promotion to You Servant was too short, he couldn't seek more benefits for the family, and there were many times when he was biased towards Li Shimin to rectify the family.

Therefore, in the entire Jingzhao Du Clan, the Du Ruhui branch is actually not very popular with the Jingzhao Du Clan, but because Du Ruhui's official is the largest in the Jingzhao Du Clan, there have been no problems.

Now that he is about to leave, problems may come out gradually, and the days waiting for Du Miaoyan, Du He and others will definitely not be as good as before.

This is why Du Ruhui has always asked Du Miaoyan to find a good man to marry in his lifetime, so as not to become the object of interest exchange.

"Are you having any problems right now?"

"I want to help you again before I leave."

Du Ruhui nodded in satisfaction, asked slowly.

"Just a little bit, I want to ask Uncle Du for a favor."

Fang Yuan was about to shake his head, but suddenly thought about Zhang Ji and others.

"What do you think."

Du Ruhui asked curiously.

"The results of the imperial examinations are out."

"Because I bet on the right question, 19 candidates from Liaozhou got on the list."

"But because the third prince leaked the exam questions, the Ministry of Officials must have selected candidates from Liaozhou, and I have a candidate who is quite satisfied, but he is not very good-looking."

Fang Yuan said truthfully.

He could actually ask other people for help.

But other people may not be able to solve this problem.

But it is different if it is Du Ruhui, one sentence can solve it.

Even Shang Shu Zuo Pushe would not object, after all Du Ruhui died of illness soon.

When a person is about to die, everyone will give some face, so that they can leave a way out for themselves.

"It's simple, I'll just talk about it for you."

"But I hope you can go to the prince. It is also a good thing to get closer to the prince."

Du Ruhui nodded without hesitation.

But he has his own ideas, he hopes that Fang Yuan can contact Prince Li Chengqian.

Since it made the Third Prince uncomfortable, Prince Li Chengqian would definitely be happy, and would care more about Fang Yuan's ability.

If Fang Yuan can get close to Li Chengqian, it can be regarded as being bound to the crown prince, and he may be able to go further in the future.

Of course, if Du Ruhui was still alive, he would not suggest that Fang Yuan get close to any prince.

"Just get close to the prince."

"He may not be able to become emperor in the future."

Fang Yuan shook his head and said.

There is nothing to hide from Du Ruhui.

And Fang Yuan still remembered a bit of history, that is, Du He participated in Prince Li Chengqian's rebellion and was beheaded.

Since he is about to marry Du Miaoyan, he must stop this matter and not let Du He and Li Chengqian get too close.

But if Du Ruhui could tell Du He, it would definitely be more effective than himself, after all, it was an exhortation before he died.

"how you said that?"

Du Ruhui's eyes suddenly became sharp.

He doesn't look like a sick old man at all, but a prime minister who is strategizing.

Du Ruhui was very concerned about the crown prince, because it was about the choice of the family and countless people.

"Out of my judgment on history!"

Fang Yuan pondered for a moment, solemnly said.

"That's it?"

Du Ruhui was astonished.

"Yes."

Fang Yuan nodded.

He didn't want to explain, and he didn't know how to explain.

Telling others about the identity of the time traveler may not necessarily believe it, and it will only add trouble to explain.

"Okay, it's up to you."

"You ask someone to prepare pen and ink for me, and I will write to the Ministry of Officials and Your Majesty, recommending candidates from Liaozhou to be officials."

Du Ruhui took a deep look at Fang Yuan, and finally didn't ask further.

Fang Yuan has come from a refugee to the present, it is most normal to have his own secrets.

His future will definitely not be worse than his own, even better than his own, let Fang Yuan control himself.

"Uncle Xie Du."

Fang Yuan thanked Du Ruhui again.

Thanks to him for recommending candidates from Liaozhou.

Also thank him for not continuing to question his own judgment.

Soon, Mrs. Du and Du Miaoyan came in, bringing pens and paper.

Du Ruhui's health is not good, and it is not easy to write a letter.

But he didn't allow people to write for him, and he also drove away Fang Yuan and Du Miaoyan, and called people after they finished writing.

In fact, it is to create alone time for Fang Yuan and Du Miaoyan.

So Fang Yuan and Du Miaoyan are now wandering in the garden of Du Mansion, and finally stopped by the lake.

"Fang Yuan, which day did you choose?"

Du Miaoyan lowered her head slightly, kicking the small stones on the road.

She put her hands behind her back, her fingers intertwined, and her face was slightly red.

"August [-]th, what do you think?"

Fang Yuan knew what she asked, smiled and said.

"Very, very good."

Du Miaoyan's heart trembled, and her face turned even redder.

Regarding the days that the fortune teller has counted, August [-]th and October [-]st are the two most recent days.

And Fang Yuan's choice of August [-]th made her heart flutter, she felt that Fang Yuan valued her, and wanted to marry her.

"I'll ask the giant to prepare the dowry later. Does your family have any requirements?"

Fang Yuan asked.

Dowry and dowry are both essential.

With Du Miaoyan's identity, the scale of the marriage must be very grand.

"This is whatever you want."

"But my mother has an opinion and hopes we can agree."

Du Miaoyan smiled softly, moved her body, and got closer to Fang Yuan.

"What opinion?"

Fang Yuan asked curiously.

The mother-in-law's opinion was not for herself alone, but for the two of them.

"The wedding should be as big as it is."

"If you are short of money, you can budget it out from Du's residence."

"What my mother means is that I hope our wedding can cleanse my father."

The shame on Du Miaoyan's face faded, and she sighed.

When Du Ruhui counted the date for Fang Yuan and Du Miaoyan to get married.

Mrs. Du invited another fortune teller, and calculated that Fang Yuan and Du Miaoyan's wedding would bring joy to Du Ruhui.

Although the success rate is not high, but there is a glimmer of life, so I hope Fang Yuan can make the wedding bigger, it is best for the whole city to know about it.

"clear."

Fang Yuan has no opinion.

As far as money is concerned, the Fang Mansion still has it, and there is no need for the Du Mansion.

"Thank you."

Du Miaoyan nodded slowly.

He actively threw himself into Fang Yuan's arms.

She hugged Fang Yuan and slowly relaxed.

Getting married with Fang Yuan is joyful.

But his father was plagued by illness and could die at any time.

"Husbands and wives are of the same mind, and their profits cut money."

Fang Yuan patted Du Miaoyan's back, comforting him.

Thinking of Du Ruhui's time is not long, Fang Yuan also felt blocked.

I don't know where Sun Simiao is, and whether he can cure Du Ruhui.

The two embraced, but they were full of thoughts, but it did not prevent their hearts from getting closer.

"Hey!"

Suddenly, a startle sounded.

Fang Yuan and Du Miaoyan were so frightened that they subconsciously separated.

Looking towards the voice, he saw Du Miaoyun, Du Miaoyan's younger sister.

"Damn girl, are you looking for smoke?"

Du Miaoyan raised her fist and said with a blushing face.

This girl was so frightened that her heart jumped to her throat.

Although many people know about their relationship with Fang Yuan, such intimate hugs are still rare.

Du Miaoyan is very shy to be bumped into and booed by others.

"A little bit~"

"If you hit me, I'll tell mother!"

Du Miaoyun stuck out her tongue mischievously and said arrogantly.

"Then go ahead and talk!"

Du Miaoyan snorted coldly, and was about to slap Du Miaoyun.

The mother dotes on the younger sister too much, which is not a good thing for the younger sister's growth.

As the eldest sister, Du Miaoyan felt that it was necessary to teach this younger sister a lesson.

"and many more!"

Du Miaoyun shouted suddenly.

She withdrew her hand from behind, and there were two letters in her hand.

Du Miaoyan's movements stopped, and she withdrew her hand after reading the letter clearly.

These are the two letters written by Du Ruhui just now, one to the Ministry of Officials and one to the Emperor.

"I'm here to deliver the letter."

"There is no credit or hard work, right?"

"Brother-in-law, don't you think so?"

Du Miaoyun is a big kid, raised the letter and said.

"Yes."

"Miao Yun, what do you want?"

Fang Yuan said with a smile.

Because of Du Miaoyan's relationship, he has a good relationship with Du Miaoyun.

There is only one sister-in-law, so Fang Yuan treats Du Miaoyun very well.

"Hee hee, I haven't thought of anything for now."

"Save it first, and ask you what you want later, is that okay?"

Du Miaoyun said with a smile.

She looks a lot like Du Miaoyan, and even more so when she smiles.

But Du Miaoyan rarely laughed, so the two sisters usually don't look so similar.

"Of course it can."

Fang Yuan had no objection, said with a smile.

"Then here you go."

"Father said, you don't have to say goodbye to him."

Du Miaoyun handed the letter to Fang Yuan.

Then he stuck out his tongue at Du Miaoyan and left quickly.

"This girl has been spoiled by my mother."

Du Miaoyan stared at Du Miaoyun's back and snorted coldly.

"Kids, just don't do bad things."

Fang Yuan smiled lightly.

It doesn't matter if children are naughty, as long as they don't do bad things.

"Well, I'll take it to you."

Du Miaoyan was just talking.

I didn't blame my sister in my heart.

On the contrary, Fang Yuan didn't think his sister was too naughty.

Fang Yuan agreed, Du Miaoyan sent him to the door and left.

After leaving, Fang Yuan did not go back to the county office, but went directly to the palace.

Soon, Fang Yuan saw Li Shimin.

"Any news about Bishamon?"

Li Shimin asked as soon as he saw Fang Yuan.

"No, it's about the imperial examination."

"I would like to ask His Majesty to give Liaozhou candidates more opportunities."

Fang Yuan shook his head, and sent Du Ruhui's two letters.

"You asked Du Xiang to intercede?"

Li Shimin took the letter and looked at Fang Yuan in surprise.

He didn't read the letter, just looked at the cover and put it aside.

"It was Du Xiang who asked me to talk about the wedding with Du Miaoyan, and to ask for mercy."

Fang Yuan said truthfully.

By the way, let me talk about my relationship with Du Miaoyan.

Since Mrs. Du wants to make the wedding as grand as possible, the emperor's support is very necessary.

"What date is set?"

Li Shimin was not surprised.

He had already heard it from Du Ruhui.

As Du Xiang's daughter, getting married is not that simple, there is a possibility of political marriage, so it is very necessary whether the emperor agrees or not.

Because Fang Yuan came from a clean background and is Li Shimin's virtuous minister Ying Meng, so Li Shimin did not object to this wedding, and even supported it.

"August [-]th."

Fang Yuan answered truthfully.

"pretty good."

"Are there any arrangements?"

Li Shimin nodded and asked.

"Du Xiang didn't."

"But Mrs. Du hopes to make the wedding bigger, so as to make Du Xiang happy."

Fang Yuan said.

"Congratulations?!"

"Yes, yes, you should really be happy!"

"Fang Yuan, you don't have parents right, how about I attend the wedding as your elder?"

Li Shimin was overjoyed immediately, and said excitedly.

"The minister has no objection."

"But His Majesty attended as an elder, and I'm afraid that many ministers will have opinions."

Fang Yuan was stunned, then smiled wryly.

If the emperor attends the wedding with his elders, it will be an unprecedented sensation and it will become very grand.

But it will definitely be opposed by many ministers.

"I have my own idea about this."

"Just tell me if you have any opinions?"

Li Shimin pondered for a moment, and said in a deep voice.

If you can be happy for Du Ruhui, it doesn't matter if the minister has an opinion.

"No comment."

Fang Yuan has no opinion.

It's too late to be happy.

"Okay then, that's the deal."

Li Shimin nodded solemnly.

"The thing about the imperial examination"

Fang Yuan pointed to the two letters and said.

"I have my own measure."

Li Shimin didn't answer Fang Yuan directly.

But he intends to train candidates without family background, and candidates from Liaozhou are the most suitable for training.

"There is a candidate named Zhang Ji, who is ranked third."

"I think he is a talented person with rich ability and experience. The only shortcoming is his appearance."

"I believe that the policy of judging people by their appearance in the selection of imperial examinations by the imperial court is very inappropriate, and it is not conducive to your Majesty's eclectic selection of talents."

Fang Yuan continued.

"I will consider it."

Li Shimin pondered for a moment, then waved his hands.

Seeing this, Fang Yuan knew that he couldn't say more, and prepared to leave.

"By the way, Li Jing's army has seven days left to return to the court."

"At that time, Jieli Khan and the Eastern Turkic royal family will be escorted back to Chang'an City. You should pay more attention to the safety of Chang'an City."

Li Shimin called Fang Yuan to stop, exhorted.

(End of this chapter)