Datang: I am so happy to marry a disfigured princess!

Chapter 25 I didn’t say I wouldn’t let you eat steamed buns?
The commotion in the court became louder and louder, as if something was about to happen soon.

Although the Tang Dynasty was a warrior-oriented people, the matters in the court had not yet been discussed.

After all, Fang Xuanling couldn't stand it any longer and angrily shouted: "Can you be so unscrupulous when the court is a vegetable market? Your Majesty is still here!"

The old man's words were still very serious, and the noisy place soon became quiet. Many officials who had suffered a loss were gnashing their teeth, and those who had taken advantage were showing off with grins.

"You big-eared thieves, please don't be complacent. I will argue with you again after I retire from the court!"

"I'm afraid you're an old man!"

After saying the harsh words, Ma Zhou and others also remained silent. After all, the prime minister still had to give him face.

Seeing that it was quiet, Li Shimin also spoke: "There are many matters involved in the matter of commercial tax. I still need to consider it for a few days and will discuss it again in the future."

Everyone was silent. After all, it was very difficult to come up with a conclusion under such circumstances, and the interests of those aristocratic families were also involved.

There are five surnames and seven looks. Naturally, they have industries in Chang'an City, and anyone with a discerning eye knows that they are involved in the most business.

Nowadays, many people in the court come from these major families. Encouraging business is tantamount to threatening their interests. These people will oppose anything they say.

Li Shimin looked at the person under the court and said, "Where is the minister of Zongzheng Temple?"

An official came forward and said, "The humble minister is here."

"I have decided on Princess Runan's marriage, and you have full authority to handle the arrangements."

The official was stunned for a moment, then said: "Yes, Your Majesty."

Upon hearing this, all the officials remembered that there was a marriage arrangement for Princess Runan in the court meeting today!

But many people present have heard that Princess Runan is going to marry a farmer named Lin Heng?
Of course there are people here who saw Na Tian Shelang at Jiafumen today, actually eating steamed buns in a place like that. How can such a person who does not know etiquette deserve to be the Pearl of the Heavenly Family?

Someone objected on the spot, and it was an official from the Fanyang Lu family among the five surnames and Qiwang.

"Your Majesty decided on this matter so quickly. Is it too hasty?"

"I have heard that Lin Heng is just a farm boy with little success and fame, and he is engaged in business. If Princess Runan marries this man, she may lose the royal dignity!"

An official from the Wang family in Taiyuan also said: "Princess Runan represents the face of the royal family. This person has no talent, no virtue, no merit, no fame, how can she become your majesty's son-in-law?"

Yiren, who also came from Zhaojun's Li family, said disdainfully: "Wei Chen saw this person today. He was holding a bun in front of Jiafu Gate and gnawing it in front of all the officials. He also said that Your Majesty did not stipulate that buns are not allowed to be eaten there. He was so ignorant. How can a person who has no shame in his etiquette have the honor to belong to the royal family!"

"I really don't have any rules not to eat there."

As soon as this statement came out, those who wanted to use it to belittle Lin Heng were immediately blocked.

And they naturally saw Li Shimin's attitude towards Lin Heng.

Li Shimin couldn't help but sneer when he looked at these officials who came from the five surnames and seven Wang families. When I was looking for a son-in-law, why didn't any of you come forward? Even several officials in the Chang Dynasty took sick leave?
Aren't you just afraid of getting involved with the royal family?Why are you so positive now?
He then looked at the few people with a cold snort and said, "Since everyone has objections, how about you select a few young talents from your own family to compare with Lin Heng?"

As soon as these words came out, everyone fell silent.

Lin Heng seems to have been in the limelight recently. First, he was awarded the title of Qu Yuuli, and then he opened a secret restaurant that is now famous in Chang'an. Especially the broken poem drove Chang Sun Chong crazy, and now he is like them. The laughing stock among people.

But just like that, it is still incomparable to them.

After all, this is a century-old family with a rich heritage that outsiders can hardly imagine. What does a mere farmer mean?
They were not afraid of Lin Heng, but they were worried about being associated with the royal family and were unwilling to marry into the royal family, let alone a disfigured princess?
Seeing that everyone was silent, Li Shimin continued: "Since everyone is optimistic about this marriage, I am relieved!"

Everyone looked at each other, and they weren't optimistic either?But to refute now is to ask for trouble.

Li Shimin looked at Fang Xuanling and said, "I specifically order you to be the officiant of Princess Runan and Lin Heng and arrange their marriage."

Fang Xuanling was stunned for a moment, then he cupped his hands and said, "Wei minister, I obey."

"Changsun Wuji, you are half of Princess Runan's uncle. You should also be present at her wedding. I have specially ordered you to be the deputy wedding envoy. Are you willing?"

"I should do it."

Although the expression on his face was very calm, at this moment Changsun Wuji was filled with shock and disbelief.

Even the eldest princess's marriage is not so grand, right? Your Majesty actually attaches so much importance to the marriage between the two of them, with the prime minister as the main bride and himself as the deputy?

This is tantamount to putting a huge amount of pride on Lin Heng's face. Why is this kid so valued by His Majesty?
Changsun Wuji looked at Li Shimin, puzzled.

Fang Xuanling on the side smiled slightly. He probably guessed what His Majesty was thinking, but he couldn't tell exactly what he was thinking.

There was a roar in the court hall.

How could he, Lin Hengde, be so valued by His Majesty? He is just a farmer!

Moreover, the marriage of a Runan princess was actually grander than that of the eldest princess. With Zuo Pushe, Kaifu Yi and the Third Division as the main wedding and deputy envoys, was this arrangement too big?

what is this!
"Your Majesty, this is absolutely impossible"

In the court, a tall and thick man standing at the back couldn't help but be happy for Lin Heng when he heard this.

I never expected that Brother Lin could be so talented and appreciated by His Majesty. Back then, even Cheng Huaiyi was not so impressive!
Yuchi Baolin saw many officials in the court raising objections again, and couldn't help but sneer, how do these idiots know Brother Lin's talents?

There was no reason. Anyway, when he saw Lin Heng, he felt that he was extraordinary. Of course it was not because he was bribed by Lin Heng!

After listening to these people's objections, Li Shimin sneered.

How could he care about the opinions of the five surnamed Qiwang gang of corpse-eaters, and directly strengthened his position.

After seeing Fang Xuanling, Sun Wuji and his eldest son receiving the order, they withdrew from the court.

Anyway, other people can't make any big waves.

At this time, the lieutenant beside Li Shimin reminded: "Your Majesty, have you not summoned Lin Heng yet?"

Li Shimin smiled: "Where is he now?"

The lieutenant-general hesitated and said, "Lin Heng is waiting for His Majesty outside the Jiade Hall."

After all, if Lin Heng fell asleep there, His Majesty would probably be angry.

Li Shimin nodded and said, "Go and send a message to Lin Heng and ask him to go back and wait for the order. There is no need to thank him."

The lieutenant general was stunned. He was glad that he didn't mention Lin Heng's sleeping. It seemed that His Majesty admired Lin Heng very much. If he offended him, it would be troublesome.

The lieutenant immediately received the order and retreated.

(End of this chapter)