Best Evil Emperor

Chapter 387 Journey to the South Country (5)
After several days of turbulence, our fleet finally arrived in Haizhou. The local officials were waiting at the pier. There was also an imperial decree and a letter waiting for me. The imperial decree mentioned that my grandfather was seriously ill and ordered me to Instead of going back to the capital directly, I went to Suzhou to visit my grandfather first to show my filial piety, and then returned to Beijing to report on my duties five days later. Go to visit the old man first, and ask me to go home as soon as possible, maybe it will be the last time, the letter is full of tears, and many words are blurred. It seems that the concubine mother is still very filial, but although I am not happy, this My grandfather hasn't seen it yet, and now that the New Year's Eve is not over, why don't you go and see it first.

I asked the craftsmen to go back to the capital with a large amount of equipment and supplies, and find Liu Yuxi, my uncle, and Mal, and stay in the craftsman's house first. When I come back from visiting relatives, I also transferred the guards back. Seeing that my grandfather doesn't need so many people , so this time only the Demon Emperor was brought along.

Just like this, we parted ways and raised bids without any delay, just had a quick meal and set off on the road. Since the imperial decree asked me to experience the people's sentiments by the way, the journey was speeded up a lot.

I went all the way without any surprises and no dangers. When I arrived at the post station, I changed horses several times. I arrived outside Suzhou City in just one day. I wanted to use light skills to fly, but because of the dangers of the world, I wanted to keep a low profile, so I rode with the Yaohuang on the road. .

The ancient city of Suzhou, built in the Spring and Autumn Period and the Warring States Period, has a history of more than 1000 years. It is a typical Jiangnan water town.It is now May, and the paddy fields outside the city are full of seedlings, and countless waterfowl are playing in the rivers and ponds scattered around. A beautiful pastoral scene is presented in front of us, which is completely different from the rough and unrestrained style of the northern capital. .

The Grand Canal, which was built in the previous dynasty, flows slowly through the city. It is not as wide as most people imagined, and it cannot be compared with the Yangtze River and the Yellow River. However, the boats on the river are very lively. It is worthy of being a famous land of fish and rice. , a land of prosperity.

The two of us rode horses and entered the city gate with the flow of people entering the city, because both of us were dressed to look richer, and the guards at the gate didn't make it difficult for us. After I rewarded the gate guard with a few taels of silver , and told us carefully how to find our destination Wangfu.

The city of Suzhou is not big, but the river is all over the city. Every few streets will cross a bridge. There are also many streets built along the river. On the other side of the small river are people's houses. Passing along the way, I saw many women walking down a few steps. The stone steps gather together to wash clothes by the river, laughing and laughing, very leisurely, there are occasional small boats passing by on the river, the boatman gently shakes the oar, it is very poetic, my demon emperor has never been to Hangzhou, where have I seen this This kind of water town style can't help but seem very curious. Although the Yaohuang has traveled the rivers and lakes for ten years, he has never been to many places.

I think the city of Suzhou was built in B.C., when Venice was probably not even a village, so it is really strange why later generations are called "Oriental Venice".If you have the opportunity to go to Venice in the future, you must call it the "Western Suzhou City".

While thinking about his thoughts, he rode forward and arrived at Guanqian Street in the center of the city after a short walk. The Wangfu was on Guanqian Street. His grandfather was not qualified to live in this first street in Suzhou in terms of his official position. But as the imperial concubine's father is also the head of the country, it's another matter.

As the name suggests, Guanqian Street is named after a Taoist temple "Xuanmiao Temple" on the street. The temple is full of incense, and there is an endless stream of people who worship God and fulfill their vows. Therefore, it attracts nearby businesses of all sizes to gather in Guanqian Street. Over time, it has created a This bustling market.

According to the guidance of Wenlu, following the flow of people through the Xuanmiao Temple, not far ahead is the Wangfu.

There are two big stone lions at the entrance of the palace, and there are two lanterns hanging on them. They are not white. Passed away, although I don't have much impression of him, but for the sake of my mother and concubine, let me do my filial piety for her.

When we dismounted in front of the mansion, the two servants saw this posture and rushed forward to inquire. I just said that the imperial concubine was sent from the capital to visit the old man's condition.

The two servants obviously saw this kind of situation too often, one immediately ran back to the mansion to report to the master, and the other led us to the front hall to rest, the first time I came to Suzhou, and also the first time I heard the old saying of Suzhou, The concubine mother was probably afraid that the emperor would not be able to understand and would be unhappy, so she never spoke the dialect in front of me. My uncle mingled with merchants from all over the world all day long, and his proficient official accent was three points more authentic than that of the concubine mother. Concubine's hint, I haven't spoken Suzhou dialect to me, but I understand the ancient Suzhou dialect very well. Thanks to my previous life, I liked to listen to Suzhou storytelling at home, so I was full of Wu Nong's flavor to these two servants. The bureaucratic accent can also be dealt with, but luckily I can understand it, otherwise I would have to communicate with them in English and get angry with them.

The servant who stayed with us was eloquent, and while asking others to pour tea and water, he answered my questions fluently.

"I don't know what disease your master has?" I asked without saying a word.

"Huige (this) lord, my master suddenly felt uncomfortable (comfortable) and dizzy two months ago. It was fine at first, but then he felt sad all over and had nosebleeds. He invited the doctor to see it. The nutrition is really good, please take care to eat less meat, my master likes to eat meat the most, and he has to eat every meal, and then his illness becomes more serious. This month, he can't sleep in bed, and he can't eat food." He put his face together when he said this He had to get closer to me, and then whispered, "Yi said if he wants to come to the competition (no way). So he sent someone to tell the imperial concubine and the young masters and young ladies that he is going to prepare for his death."

It sounds like a symptom of hyperlipidemia and high blood pressure, but this is a normal phenomenon of old age. In fact, I would rather he was cut and the wound was infected. In that case, I also brought some penicillin to test the effect ,hey-hey.

In fact, I don’t know the way to eradicate high blood pressure. I couldn’t do it in my previous life. I can’t just release some blood to lower his blood pressure because of his high blood pressure. Healing the curative effect, he ordered one of his subordinates to find the governor of Suzhou with a token, and then asked him to send someone to the south to find any bitter mess of tea.

The servant continued to say: "The old lady cries day and night, but if she keeps crying, she will get sick, alas."

It seems that my grandmother treats my family better, and she doesn't sigh like "ah" when talking about the master.

"Has the young lady come back?" I asked while listening.

"Come back. The young master rushed back the day before yesterday, and the second young master and Yi entered the door. The two ladies live in the city and come to visit every day. The young master also sent someone to say that they will be here in about two days." , someone has called for the young master just now, and he should be coming soon."

Just as I was talking, I heard someone outside the hall saying: "Several adults are resting in the hall, please, two young masters"

"I don't know who my younger sister sent here again, big brother, remember to reward later, don't"

I heard two familiar voices from outside, and then I saw my uncle and uncle walking in. I have seen these two people before.They were taken aback when they saw me. We have met many times. They naturally have an impression, so they recognized my identity without any effort. Before they could react, I immediately ran up and held their hand , said in a low voice: "Don't say anything, call the retreat first." Speaking of this, my eyes lit up, I have always acted in a low-key manner.

After all, the two have been officials for many years, their brains turn quickly, and they have their own way of observing their faces, so when they heard what I said, they hurriedly ordered all the servants to retreat and not to approach the hall, and then ordered two guards to go out Watching, closing the door of the hall, the two uncles immediately called "Your Highness" and knelt down to greet me. At this time, the Demon Emperor also stood behind me. Naturally, I helped them up first, and bowed to them as well, elders We sat down and talked about my secret visit.

I took out the family letter written by my mother and handed it to them. After reading it, my uncle couldn't help sighing: "As soon as I entered the palace gate, it was as deep as the sea. I didn't expect my father to be critically ill, and my younger sister still couldn't go home."

"Brother's words are wrong. Younger sister is deeply favored by the emperor. How can she leave the emperor's side at will? It is a great honor to have His Highness here this time. How can elder brother complain?" The second uncle looked flattering. , doesn't look like a very nice guy.

The two uncles look very similar, and the actual age difference is less than two years, but the elder uncle looks much older, the hair on the temples is already graying, and there is a sadness in his eyes, while the second uncle is caring. Very good, they look proud, and they don't show any sadness of their father's serious illness. All goodness and filial piety are the first, and I immediately gave them two completely different marks in my heart.

I took special care of my two uncles. Apart from visiting sick people, I came to Suzhou this time to follow my father's order and not to disturb the local officials. Therefore, in front of people, I am just a Beijing official sent by the imperial concubine, and I am not allowed to reveal my identity. In terms of their real identities, they also knew that the emperor had a great mandate and the importance of the matter, so they hurriedly agreed.

The second uncle didn't realize that he had left a very bad impression on me, but he took the initiative to come over to chat with me about the situation in the palace, and asked me about my mission in the southern country. I was a little impatient with him , I don’t want to ignore him, it seems that I am not well-bred, so I can only answer him with hesitation, and my uncle helped me out, saying that I should go to see my grandfather who is sick, I have a way of dealing with outsiders, and I have a way of dealing with relatives I have no experience, blood must be thicker than water, no matter how disgusted I have to deal with it.

My grandfather looks really dying now. He is lying on the bed, his fat body occupies two-thirds of the place, his eyes are only a slit, and he doesn't know if he is awake. There are also a few slight groans to show that he hasn't farted yet.

A kind-hearted old lady was sitting on the edge of the bed sobbing, her appearance vaguely resembled that of her mother and concubine. I should have seen my grandmother when I was very young, but my impression was really not deep. The two uncles waved away all the servants, and I left I went forward, knelt down in front of my grandmother who didn't recognize me, and said disgustingly: "Grandpa, grandma, the unfilial grandson has come to visit you two." When I said this, I felt very helpless.

This sentence shocked the patient on the bed. It seems that his mind is quite clear. Grandpa tried to open his eyes to see me clearly. Grandmother was in tears and didn’t know whether to salute me or help the patient. He kept saying, "My lord, look, our grandson has come to see you."

The second uncle interrupted: "Mother, you haven't greeted His Highness yet!"

I looked back at this guy, and hurriedly supported the old man who wanted to pay his respects, and said, "You don't need to be too polite, you don't need to be too polite, but your grandson's life will be shortened." Then I turned to the two uncles, "No one is allowed to salute me in the future, So as not to reveal your identity." Politeness, politeness, that's how it is done.

My grandfather didn't even have the strength to speak, he was probably a little excited, and he was panting heavily while he was half lying down. My grandmother just kept holding my hand and weeping. I haven't dealt with this situation before, so I don't know what to say What should I do? I had to tell them how my mother missed her in the palace, why she couldn't come, how my uncle became an official, how I came back immediately after I received the letter, etc., and then asked my grandfather to recover from his illness. The grandmother also needs to take care of her health, and then take special care of the two uncles to take good care of the elderly, and told me all the curative methods for high blood pressure and high blood lipids that I want, so I can rest assured, although I have no relationship with them, it will happen In this era, they are still my relatives, no matter how bad I am, I have to put on a show, and relatives must be the most blood-related.

I stayed with them for a few hours, and two pairs of uncles and aunts were also invited by the servants, and they were surprised twice, greetings, greetings, the sick grandfather seemed to feel the family reunion, and his spirit improved a lot .

The dinner finally made me feel the warmth of home. It was the first time I had dinner with so many relatives since I came to this era. Seeing everyone desperately serving me food reminded me of the family reunion in my previous life. During the lively meal, I couldn't help feeling a little sad. I don't know if my relatives in the previous life are all right, if they are used to my absence, or if they think of me at the party and feel sad.

Everyone was shocked when they saw my face moved, and asked me what happened. I smiled and said that I had been away from home for too long. Now that I can finally reunite with my family, I feel happy and can't help it. The eyes of the two aunts were red when I said it, and the elders sighed for a while, but it didn't take long for the atmosphere to become active again.

It’s been a long time since I ate Jiangnan-style dishes, and I didn’t even have the opportunity to open my mouth to speak. My mouth was full of delicacies and I couldn’t speak clearly, but the more this happened, the happier my grandmother looked at me.

The two uncles are the governor of Suzhou and the deputy defense envoy respectively. They are almost the highest civil and military officials in the city. They look ordinary. In terms of power, I told them that my father also sent me to come to see the folk customs in Jiangnan, and I will stay for a few days, ordering me not to disturb the place.

The first uncle is not good at talking, but the second uncle kept asking me about the situation of my mission to the south, and even asked about the cannon, but I gently blocked him. It is a relative, but I will not show mercy to things that hurt my interests, but he reminded me that I have to think about how to deal with the old woman's inquiries when I go back. I have never heard of such a powerful weapon in my country. Let other countries use it first, if I get a big crime of contempt for the court

(End of this chapter)