First Minister of the Tang Dynasty

Chapter 123 Xue Shou, by Bo Bao
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On the west side of Suzaku Avenue, Anyefang, Yan Guogong Mansion.

At this time, the Duke of Yan was no longer the deserted one when Gao Chong went to the expedition. Not long after Gao Chong went to the expedition, the Gao family in Jinyang moved to Chang'an as a whole. After many female relatives moved in, the Duke of Yan's mansion suddenly became lively.

The lively Gao Bing arranged the entire Duke of Yan's mansion in a very warm and cozy way. Fish were raised in the fish pond here, and flowers were planted in the flower bed there, making the mansion glow with new vitality.

In the inner hall, Old Madam Lu sat in the main seat, looked at Gao Junya, and kept telling her.

"Chong'er is a single biography, this marriage must not be ambiguous, although Chong'er may be a son-in-law in the future, our family background is not bad, so we cannot be underestimated.

After you set a date with King Tang tomorrow, hurry up and arrange wedding invitations, not to mention, someone from Fan Yang’s Lu’s family and He Dong’s Xue’s family must come, and this scene must be supported.” Granny Lu hit the ground with a cane in her hand, very serious Said.

Gao Junya nodded straightly when she heard that, as he has always been filial, he would not contradict his old mother on these matters, not to mention that what Old Madam Lu said was all about the world, it was very correct.

The King of Tang will definitely ascend the throne and proclaim himself emperor in the future. At that time, Gao Chong will have an extra layer of status as a son-in-law. In the eyes of the common people, he is a relative of the emperor and has been honored by the royal family. However, in the eyes of the aristocratic family, he does not take it seriously. .

So this scene should be made bigger, not only because of the pomp and pomp, but also to show the strength and reputation of the Gao family.

Gao Bing, who was on the side, was making tea for Old Madam Lu. He also nodded his head when he heard the words, and said proudly: "Grandma is very true. Although my sister-in-law is the future princess, my elder brother is also a young hero. This scene must be supported." ".

Xue Shi covered her mouth and laughed straight, "Okay, okay, your elder brother's scene is going to be supported, what about yours?"

"Ah...me, what am I?" Gao Bing blushed when she heard the words, but she didn't expect to involve herself in it, and quickly curled her lips and said, "I don't want it."

Hearing this, Mrs. Lu also slowly restrained her smile, and clasped Gao Bing's hand, "In the past, you were more self-willed, but in the future, you can't do it anymore. After the New Year, I will let your mother give it to you." If you say goodbye, it will be unreasonable to drag it on."

Gao Bing pursed her mouth when she heard the words, and was about to act like a spoiled child, but Gao Junya stared at her eyes, and then looked at her grandmother. The old lady Lu also had a serious face, and there was no room for discussion. She looked at her mother again, but Xue went straight Turning his face to the side, Gao Bing realized that this time it was for real, and his face immediately turned bitter.

Seeing that Gao Bing was finally obedient, Mrs. Lu and the others couldn't help but breathe a sigh of relief. They looked at each other, and they all saw a smile in their eyes. This little girl was lively and willful in the past, and every time she mentioned marriage, she was sloppy. If you resist, let it go, but now that you are not young, you can no longer let her watch.

Gao Bing helped Old Madam Lu down to rest miserably.

Mrs. Xue was planning to discuss the details of the marriage with Gao Junya, when suddenly the porter came to report, and a young man handed over a name card asking to see him.

Gao Junya was taken aback when she heard the words, "Famous post?" Looking at the sky, it was past You Hour.

Since entering Beijing, Gao Junya has a high position and authority, and indeed he has received many papers from young scholars, hoping to get recommended, but it is rare to hand over famous cards now that it is dark.

After receiving the name card handed over by the concierge, Gao Junya's expression froze, "Auntie just mentioned the Hedong Xue family, and here he is, let him in quickly."

After finishing speaking, he directed to the confidant at the side and said: "Take my waist card and enter the palace quickly, and ask the king of Tang to send the imperial physician to save people."

Seeing Xue's suspicion, Gao Junya said straightforwardly: "Xue Shou, the son of Xue Daoheng, asked to see him. Because his mother was seriously ill, the doctor in Chang'an was helpless, so he asked me for help."

"Xue Shou?" Xue Shi was startled, "He is my mother's nephew, why is he here?"

As soon as the words fell, the steward led a thin young man into the room. The young man's face was pale, and he bowed down when he saw Gao Junya: "Xue Shou has met Yan Guogong, and I beg Yan Guogong to see his in-laws. Xue Shou is extremely grateful to the imperial physician for treating my mother."

Then when he saw Mrs. Xue on the side, he burst into tears, "My nephew Xue Shou pays homage to my aunt".

Gao Junya hurriedly helped him up, "Don't be impatient, Bo Bao, I have already sent someone to invite the imperial physician."

"Bo Bao, get up quickly." Xue's distressed face asked, "Why are you in Chang'an? What's wrong with your mother?"

Hearing the words, Xue Shou got up, straightened his posture, thanked Gao Junya, and then said directly: "I came from Hedong, and I planned to go to my friend Fang Xuanling, but when I came to Chang'an, I learned that Fang Xuanling had gone to Fufeng with the army. .

After the winter, the weather was so cold, and my mother was already weak and sick, and she couldn’t afford it due to the exhaustion of traveling and traveling. She searched for famous doctors in Chang’an, but they were helpless and helpless. Remembering that my aunt’s family was in Chang’an, I had the audacity to ask for help.”

"What is Uncle Bao talking about? You and I are a family. Why do you have a status? When you come to Chang'an, you should come to me." Xue's eyes were full of tears, and she complained: "Your mother is now where?"

"Now Chengdong Medical Center".

"Hurry up and bring her to the mansion," Xue urged, "Your Majesty, quickly send someone to bring Wang's sister here, so I can take care of her day and night."

Gao Junya responded in a hurry, and Xue Shou burst into tears of gratitude.

Xue Shou is the son of Xue Daoheng, a former senior official of the Sili, and Xue Daoheng is the elder brother of the Xue family, and they live in the same room.

Xue Daoheng was talented and talented, and he served in the Northern Qi Dynasty, Northern Zhou Dynasty, and Sui Dynasty. He was as famous as Li Delin and Lu Sidao, and he was also known as the leader of the literary world.

After Yang Guang succeeded to the throne, he appointed Xue Daoheng as secretary and supervisor, specializing in literature, but Xue Daoheng despised Yang Guang's character and wrote an "Ode to the Emperor Gaozu Wen", not praising the emperor of this dynasty, but praising the late emperor. Minister Su Wei said: "Daoheng is the most beautiful and the first dynasty, this is the meaning of "Fish and Algae".

"Fish and Algae" is an article in the "Book of Songs". According to the "Preface to Poems", this poem satirizes King Zhou You by praising King Wu of Zhou. I know, but from then on, Yang Guang held a grudge against Xue Daoheng.

Fang Yanqian, who was the governor of Sili at the time, was the father of Fang Xuanling, and he was close friends with Xue Daoheng. When he realized Yang Guang's hostility towards Xue Daoheng, he persuaded Xue Daoheng to close the door and thank the guests for self-protection.

However, Xue Daoheng was a literati, how could he be afraid, and continued to ridicule Yang Guang in public, and later Xue Daoheng's death also had something to do with the Gao family.

Gao Jiong has been in power for 20 years. He has dedicated himself to his duties and made outstanding achievements. He is known as the "true prime minister".But being given to death by Yang Guang, decent people like Xue Daoheng were very angry about this.

Once, the courtiers were discussing a new decree, arguing endlessly and unable to make a decision. Xue Daoheng said: "To make Gao Jiong not die, the decree should be executed for a long time", showing the character of a literati.

When Yang Guang heard this sentence, he was furious. Gao Jiong supported the prince Yang Yong, who was Yang Guang's mortal enemy. Xue Daoheng blatantly praised Gao Jiong. Will be willing to be humiliated and commit suicide in prison.

The death of Xue Daoheng, the leader of the literary world, has caused the world to complain.

(End of this chapter)