It's broken, and was picked up by a femme fatale

Chapter 277: Undercurrents in the Court, Lu Yuan's Second Wedding Night

Monte Cristo, on the master bedroom floor,
Scattered here and there were shoes, stockings, dresses, underwear...

After a short rest, Lu Yuan
He got up from the bed and looked at the bride beside him.

Zhendabova closed her eyes.

With a smile on his face, he fell into a tired sleep.

He gently kissed the bride's beautiful face and quietly went into the bathroom.

After taking a bath, he put on his clothes and returned to Gyeongbokgung Palace.

In the main hall, at the wedding banquet,

The four great talents of Jiangnan are working together to create "The Princess Yuan Entering the Palace for the Wedding Banquet" with ink.

Because Shen Elbow's family was "run" out of control, the governor of Suzhou was also "scared to death".
The three talented men, worried about being implicated, soon secretly brought their families "Run" to Incheon.

The chief academician of the Chinese Academy, Tang Yin, promoted the virtuous without avoiding his friends.
The Hanlin Academy immediately arranged an examination.

The three talented men were quick-witted and eloquent.

I achieved excellent results in both the written test and the interview.

It's not that Grand Secretary Tang deliberately let it go.
In order to avoid suspicion, he didn't even go to the examination room.

The main reason is that the Chinese imperial court's assessment is too simple, like picking a general from a group of dwarfs.
The three great talents were not the kind who sought fame and reputation.

Therefore, Zhu Zhishan, Wen Zhengming and Xu Zhenqing successfully obtained the status of "Grand Secretary".

Therefore, some people call them the "Four Great Talents of China".

The four of them were painting in front of the drawing table, drinking and chatting.

Many officials gathered around to watch, and saw four people each drawing their own pictures.
With just a few strokes, the graceful figures of the singing girls and dancers were sketched.
Sometimes, they switched positions.

On other people's paintings, he still does it with ease.

But the picture is seamless, without any flaws.

When painting on the spot, there must be no falsehood. Everyone was convinced and applauded continuously.

Someone asked: "I have heard of the reputation of the 'Four Talents' for a long time.
Today is a good day for the king and his wife, so why don't you write a poem for this occasion?"

Zhu Zhishan was drunk and said with a smile: "Great! In that case, I will show you my ugliness!"

Everyone clapped to show encouragement.

Zhu Zhishan took two steps and suddenly said loudly: "A pair of immortal lovers!"

Wen Zhengming blurted out: "Two white-haired men with the same heart!"

Xu Zhenqing was not to be outdone, and shouted drunkenly: "Let's make love tonight!"

Everyone looked at the Chief Academician to see how he would respond to this last sentence.

Tang Yin raised the wine jug, took a big gulp, and burped.
Then, in full view of everyone, he said word by word:

"Next year, we will have both a son and a daughter!"

The four talented men looked at each other and laughed out loud at the same time.

Civil and military officials could not help laughing and applauded.

Although it is a doggerel to create atmosphere,
But every word is a good word, implying auspiciousness and peace.

It is enough to see that the talent and wit of the four talented men are indeed superior to others.

Although some of the four talented men were arrogant, fame and fortune are everyone's inner desire.

After all, he is no longer a reckless teenager who believes that "one person's food feeds the whole family".

Having an official position, enjoying a generous salary, and a worry-free family life,

Especially, the Chinese government is in good order and the people are in harmony, and all nations come to pay tribute.

The army expanded the territory, industry and commerce prospered, and the people lived and worked in peace and contentment.
It can be seen that in the near future, the world will be unified.

The most important thing is that the king is not only young, but also has great martial arts skills.

Everyone’s good days are still ahead!
Therefore, the three talented men quickly integrated into Incheon and gained a large number of new fans.

Zhu Zhishan said to Wen Zhengming:
"Lao Wen, Lao Xu, what do you think? I advised you to come to Incheon, right?"

Wen Zhengming said with deep emotion:

"I've come to the right place! Anyway,
The air here is sweet, and the moon here is rounder than Shenling..."

Xu Zhenqing also nodded and said:
"That's right! I felt like a frog in a well.

Now, I can finally see the entire sky, it’s great!”

Tang Yin said with a smile: "If you ask me, this is nothing!"

The three talented people asked in surprise: "Old Tang, what do you mean?"

"Shenling is full of corrupt officials.
Any petty official can force a big merchant to death.

Look at Incheon. Ever since the independence of the Censorate,
No matter how high an official is, he can't even put on a smile when he sees the people...

Haven't you heard that in order to severely punish corruption,
The Censorate has submitted the Sunshine Act..."

Xu Zhenqing didn't quite understand and asked curiously, "What's the situation with this bill?"

Tang Daxueshi whispered: "Officials must disclose their assets..."

Ah!
The three talented men found this very new and novel; it was the first time this had ever happened.

Zhu Zhishan took a sip of wine, shook his head and asked:

"What if someone doesn't want to make it public?"

"The Censorate has announced that those who don't publish the information are corrupt officials...

Every one of them will be dismissed and investigated!"

Wen Zhengming asked in confusion:

"Does the higher-ups mean to let people without money become officials?"

Tang Yin grinned and said:

"You're thinking the wrong way. It has nothing to do with being rich or poor.

As long as your money is clean, you can rest assured! "

Xu Zhenqing asked:
“But, since ancient times,
"People travel thousands of miles to be officials just for money. Without money, who would want to be an official?"

Zhu Zhishan didn't care:

"You can't say that. The lower beam is crooked because the upper beam is crooked.

If the Censorate dares to announce their own assets, no one will be able to say anything..."

Tang Yin smiled and said, "So,

Many people are looking forward to the grand meeting next month.
This bill will definitely be introduced, and then it will be interesting to watch!"

Xu Zhenqing asked: "Old Tang,

What is your attitude? Do you support it or not? "

"In addition to my salary, I also make money from selling calligraphy and paintings.

It doesn't matter whether it's announced or not, we'll see which way the wind blows when the time comes... just follow the crowd!"

Zhu Zhishan nodded and said, "Like all others, be prudent and protect yourself."

Coincidentally, the "leader" of the Censorate, Quan Douyang,

And the Dali Temple Minister Quan Mingxian were also discussing the big election next month.

"Brother Mingxian, whether the Dali Temple can support the bill is the key to success or failure."

Quan Mingxian has become more stable now.
It’s no longer like the past, when one single sentence would get you excited.

"Lao Quan, tell me the truth, is this bill..."

He pointed to the roof of the temple and asked, "What does that mean?"

Quan Douyang laughed and said:
"Why do I feel like you've become less courageous since you came back?"

Quan Mingxian said calmly:

“The king once said: Make bold assumptions and verify them carefully.

Besides, it is better to be careful, lest you be used as a gun by others without knowing it..."

Quan Douyang laughed and said:
"You say that as if I have bad intentions...

Help me this time, I will remember you forever!"

Quan Mingxian deliberately said vaguely:

"Why do I feel that you treat everyone,

That's what you're saying. Tell the truth, what are you thinking?

"Tsk! Heaven and earth,
If you have even the slightest bit of selfishness, I will die... Is that okay?"

Quan Mingxian was unmoved:
"If swearing an oath works, why do we need the Dali Temple?"

Quan Douyang had no choice but to say:
"I think the King would be happy to see the bill passed...

You are a rare loyal minister, so you must not let the emperor down!"

Quan Mingxian was stunned and asked subconsciously:

"You mean, what the king meant?"

Quan Douyang raised his glass and smiled slyly:
"What did I say? I don't remember saying anything."

Quan Mingxian actually supports the bill.

However, Quan Douyang's fighting methods were too cruel and his reputation was too bad.
He didn't want to leave the impression that "birds of a feather flock together".

However, Quan Douyang hinted in his words that the bill was the king's will.

This forced him to weigh the pros and cons.

As an airborne Minister of the Dali Temple, he has not yet completely mastered his subordinates.

Anyone with a discerning eye can see that the bill is aimed at officials' gray income.
As the saying goes: birds die for food, and people die for money.

To cut off someone's financial resources is like killing his parents.
In other words, at the grand court meeting half a month later,
There will definitely be a lot of heated debate over the promotion of this bill.

Could it be... that this is really what the king meant?
After a while, Quan Mingxian still didn't give a definite answer. "I'll think about it..."

Quan Douyang smiled and said loudly:
"Okay! Thank you for your support, brother!"

After saying this, he drank the wine in the glass, showed the bottom of the glass, and left calmly.

Quan Mingxian was stunned.
He immediately realized that he had fallen into the other party's trap.

All the civil and military officials know that
In order to pass the bill, the central government actively formed alliances.

The scene just now can easily be interpreted as: the Dali Temple has reached a cooperation with the Censorate.

This guy is really born in the year of the dog!
In this case, I must vote in favor.

Then, the entire Dali Temple must also agree to vote in favor.

Otherwise, if subordinates vote against you, it will be clear that you are incompetent.

The main officials under him are:
Two junior officials, two temple secretaries, and four temple administrators.

The rest are: Pingshi, Zhubu, Lushi, Sizhi, etc.

Because of his low official rank and not being a court official, he can be ignored.

At present, he is confident that he can control one Shaoqing, one Sicheng, and one Sizheng.

In other words, more than half have not expressed their views.

There is always a transition period when a new official takes office.
However, the most critical obstacle is the senior Shaoqing.

Originally, he hoped to succeed the former Dali Temple Minister.

But my sudden appearance completely shattered the other party's dream of promotion.

Therefore, there is a strong sense of passive resistance.

Originally, Quan Mingxian didn't want to show off his power.
However, extraordinary times call for extraordinary measures.

Quan Mingxian quickly came up with two solutions:

One is to shine under the bright light, and the other is to make a show of force to scare the tiger!

The moon is on the willow branches, the lights are on,
Lu Yuan used the excuse of "not being able to handle the alcohol" and returned to the harem with the help of Hua Xiangrong.

The ministers are all old foxes, so they are naturally not stupid enough.

Those who went to make trouble in the king's bridal chamber wisely withdrew from the palace.

Lu Yuan came to the "Yuanfei Palace" excitedly, and Xiao Huanzi had been waiting for him for a long time.

"Your Majesty, I greet you! I wish you a long and happy marriage, many children and much happiness!"

Lu Yuan smiled and threw a silver dollar over.

"You must serve Princess Yuan well!"

Xiao Huanzi said with a smile:
"Thank you for the reward, my master! I will remember your command and will never forget it for a moment!"

Lu Yuan nodded and ran straight to Yuan Enshu's room.

Xiao Huanzi and Hua Xiangrong were standing guard outside the door.

On the wedding bed covered with red and colorful decorations,

Yuan Enshu, wearing a phoenix crown and a bridal robe, was sweetly waiting for her husband to arrive.

Lu Yuan walked slowly to the bed, took the scale and lifted the red veil.

As the veil fell to the ground, a bright and beautiful face was revealed before our eyes.

"My dear, you are so beautiful!"

Although Yuan Enshu and Lu Yuan had already had physical contact,
But, on the wedding night,
A heart that longs to be pampered can't help but tremble.

"Your Majesty~~"

Lu Yuan reached out and picked up the bride.
Yuan Enshu let out a moan and fell into her husband's arms.

Lu Yuan laughed, walked directly to the round table, and picked up the wine glass with a red thread attached to it.

Yuan Enshu understood that this was a wedding wine.
In many places, it is also called Heqin wine or Heqin wine, which means the same thing.

Yuan Enshu also picked up another cup and was about to pass it through the other person's wrist.
Lu Yuan smiled and said, "It won't work if there is wine but no food..."

Ok?
What does the king mean?
But Lu Yuan casually brought out a plate of steamed lamb.

In a flash, another plate of stir-fried sea cucumber with green onions appeared.

In the blink of an eye, five or six plates of delicious food were placed on the table, filling the air with aroma.

Lu Yuan said, "My beloved, have you not eaten yet?

I secretly brought it to you from the banquet. Come on, drink the wine and eat it while it's hot!"

As he spoke, he passed the wine glass in his hand through the other person's wrist and brought it to his mouth.

Yuan Enshu was deeply moved when she saw the table full of delicious food.

Your Majesty is so considerate!
She smiled and said, "Thank you, Your Majesty, for your kindness!"

As he spoke, he and Lu Yuan drank the wine in their glasses at the same time.

After drinking the wedding wine, the two sat together.
Yuan Enshu looked at the table and asked quietly, "My lord, do you have chopsticks?"

"Oh! I forgot..."

Lu Yuan was so busy hiding the food that he didn't think about it.

However, he laughed happily:
"It's okay, today we will learn from the people of Xijiang and eat vegetables with our hands!"

As he spoke, he picked up a piece of fat and tender lamb meat and stuffed it into Yuan Enshu's mouth.

Yuan Enshu found this unique way of eating very interesting.

So, she also picked up the dishes and fed them to her husband...

After a while, the two of them were eating until their mouths were full of oil, and their hands and cheeks were full of soup.

There is no choice but to go to the bathroom to clean up.
The two men took off their clothes.
They are in love with each other,

In the bath, we are intimate and at peace.
Enjoying the pain and happiness of a newlywed...

At the same time, two special envoys from northern Shanxi were whispering in the courtyard.

"The King of China should be thinking 'A moment of spring night is worth a thousand gold'..."

Hu Die blinked and said:

"That's good. At least we have two more dishes for dinner..."

Zhu Wu looked at Hu Die.
Her complexion looked much better, and the melancholy between her eyebrows had faded a lot.

"What do you think Han Qing is doing now?"

People are most afraid of comparison.

In the past, they were in northern Shanxi, surrounding Zhang Xiaoliu.
All I saw and heard were words of flattery to this "Five Poison Prince" or "Five Poison Commander".
A lie told a thousand times becomes the truth.

Therefore, they openly believed that Zhang Xiaoliu was a young and promising hero.

Since ancient times, beauties have loved heroes, and because, in the eyes of lovers, beauty is in the eyes of lovers.
What's more, Zhang Xiaoliu was born with a good appearance.

In short, Zhu Wu and Hu Die are both women who are crazy about love.

However, when disaster strikes, everyone flees.
In order to gain his own power, the "Five Poison Commanders" actually gave away the three most beautiful courtesans one after another.

This caused Zhu Wu and Hu Die's three views to collapse.

At first, Hu Die couldn't believe it at all, so she became heartless and almost died of a broken heart.

As a result, when we arrived at the Incheon Palace, we saw a lot of things happening one by one.
Let the two realize that leaving northern Shanxi,
Instead, I saw the truth of this world.

Once a great and glorious hero,
Compared with the King of China, he is simply a clown.

Alas, how embarrassing this is!
However, fortune and misfortune go hand in hand. If we leave the shameless Zhang Xiaoliu,
Maybe, it’s not a bad thing.

At the very least, the King of China has a bottom line when doing things.

Hu Die smiled bitterly and said:
"You haven't heard of the nickname the people gave him, have you?"

Zhu Wu curled his lips and said, "Aren't all men the same?"

"I think the King of China is different..."

Zhu Wu suddenly came over and asked with a smile:

"You wouldn't be tempted by what the maid said, would you?"

Hu Die shook her head and said:

"I'm just talking about the facts. Right now, I don't have any feelings for anyone..."

Zhu Wu suddenly blinked and asked:

"What about Doctor Li? I heard he's still unmarried..."

Hu Die smiled bitterly again:

"Why do I feel that they have no grudge against you?
Why are you always trying to find ways to harm others?"

Zhu Wu laughed and said, "No man is good...

Anyway, if he is a gentleman, no matter how I frame him, it will be useless..."

Hu Die rolled her eyes at her and muttered:
"I wonder if you are Daji's reincarnation..."

Zhu Wu smiled charmingly and said, "It would be great if it were true.

Then I will charm the King of China to death... and make us sisters the Queens!"

Hu Die jumped onto the bed and said with disdain:

"If you want to be the one, just be the one. Don't involve me..."

Zhu Wu said with tears in his eyes: "Great!
Who said that good sisters live and die together..."

After saying that, it transformed into a big white rabbit, jumped onto the bed and entangled with Butterfly.

"Bad bunny, don't force me to transform..."

"Come on, change, change quickly..."

(End of this chapter)