Three Kingdoms, I'm really not a general!

Chapter 602 The Strongest Family!
If Liu Bei said that everything was arranged properly, then it must have been arranged properly.

Sure enough, the first move was a big gift!
"Your Majesty feels that Madam Ma was once a female general who protected the country and made great contributions to pacifying the world."

"I've come here today to give you a reward!"

"Confer the title of Thousand-stone Imperial Edict on Madam Ma to honor her achievements!"

Xing Daorong was also a little surprised when he heard that Liu Bei directly rewarded Ma Yunlu with an imperial edict.

I even suspect that our Majesty has also traveled through time.

After all, the title of Lady with Imperial Concubine was a title bestowed upon the mothers or wives of high-ranking officials during the Tang, Song, Yuan, Ming and Qing dynasties.

In this day and age, it’s totally unheard of!
The so-called imperial edict actually means reward.

An imperial edict is a special document used by the emperor to confer titles and honors on officials.

Generally speaking, when granting an official position, the granting of a high-ranking official is called a "gao", while the granting of a low-ranking official is called a "chi".

During the Ming and Qing dynasties, a very complete system of imperial decrees was formed. Officials of the first to fifth ranks were granted imperial decrees, and officials of the sixth to ninth ranks were granted imperial edicts. The rank of the wife was based on that of her husband, hence the saying "lady granted imperial decree".

The title of Lady of Imperial Concubine was related to her husband's official position. She had a salary but no real power.

The so-called Qianshi Imperial Edict probably means the fifth rank.

There was no distinction between first, second and third ranks in the Han Dynasty, and the main distinction was based on salary.

Wanshi: Such as the "Three Dukes" (Taiwei, Situ, and Sikong), whose monthly salary was 350 hu of grain.

Xing Daorong's position as general was naturally included in the list.

Under it are two thousand stones, the real two thousand stones, and two thousand stones, one thousand stones.

According to this classification, the Qianshi Imperial Edict is roughly the fifth rank.

Although the fifth-rank lady and Xing Daorong's position as a general are somewhat mismatched, this is the first lady with an imperial decree in the world.

What an honor this is!

Even Ma Yunlu, who was a free and easy-going person, was flattered and took the imperial edict with some trembling hands.

But after being frightened, Ma Yunlu roughly guessed what was going on.

Obviously... Your Majesty is trying to comfort himself about the garland.

Although I figured out what was going on, the title of Madam Qianshi still made me excited.

There is nothing Ma Yunlu can do about it, so he can stop caring about it...

...

After helping Xing Daorong to settle the backyard, Liu Bei can now focus on the rest of the work.

The third year of Zhangwu.

Peach blossoms are in full bloom in Chang'an City, and the fragrance fills the entire city.

Emperor Liu Bei held a banquet in the palace to celebrate the wedding of General Xing Daorong and the barbarian girl Hua Man, in order to show the harmony between Han and the barbarians and the unity of the people across the country.

On that day, the lanterns in the palace were lit, and it looked magnificent and golden.

Liu Bei was dressed in a black dragon robe and a crown on his head. He sat upright on a high hall with a kind look in his eyes.

All the ministers stood in silence in the hall, and all the civil and military officials wore court robes and stood respectfully.

Outside the hall, drums and music sounded, and the sound of sheng and pipes filled the air, creating a festive and peaceful atmosphere.

Xing Daorong, dressed in a bright red wedding gown, looked heroic and walked into the hall with steady steps.

Behind him, Huaman was dressed in barbarian costumes, with silver ornaments on her head and colorful brocade on her body. She walked lightly, like a mountain elf. Her eyebrows and eyes were picturesque, and her skin was as white as cream. Although she was a barbarian girl, she was somewhat elegant and noble on this happy day.

As for the fact that he did not wear Han Chinese clothing, it was also a deliberate arrangement by Liu Bei.

No matter whether this kind of attire may make some people uncomfortable, the groom is a general and Liu Bei is personally presiding over the ceremony, so even if he is uncomfortable, he can only keep it in his heart!
Xing Daorong is not only a general now, his wife is also a noble lady, and it is obvious that he is deeply favored by His Majesty.

But if anyone dares to mess up his wedding, he would be courting death!

When Liu Bei saw the two men enter the hall, he smiled slightly and raised his hand to signal the ceremonial officer to begin the ceremony.

The official in charge read the marriage certificate aloud with solemn words, wishing the couple a happy marriage and eternal love.

Afterwards, Liu Bei personally served wine to the two and raised his cup, saying: "Today is a beautiful day and a beautiful scenery. General and Miss Huaman are happily married. It is truly a match made in heaven. I hope you two can live in harmony and write a beautiful story together, which will also be a model of harmony between Han and barbarians."

Xing Daorong and Hua Man both knelt down, respectfully took the wine glasses, and drank them all in one gulp.

Xing Daorong said in a clear voice: "I have been blessed with your majesty's love and this good fortune. I will do my utmost to protect the country and the people and live up to your majesty's trust."

Hua Man was also speaking fast at this moment, and she also said softly: "Although I am a barbarian girl, my heart is with the Han Dynasty, and I am willing to work together with my husband to achieve this great feat."

Just as the ceremony was over, there was a sudden sound of horse hooves outside the palace gate, and then the guards announced loudly: "General Guan, General Zhang, and Prime Minister Zhuge are here!"

Before he finished speaking, Guan Yu, Zhang Fei and Zhuge Liang walked into the hall side by side.

Guan Yu is wearing a green robe, holding a Green Dragon Crescent Blade, with long fluttering beard, sharp eyes and a majestic demeanor; Zhang Fei is wearing black armor, with eyes wide open like a tiger, a voice like a bell and a heroic spirit; Zhuge Liang is holding a feather fan, wearing a silk scarf on his head, with a smile on his face, and looks elegant and calm.

As the three entered the hall, they immediately attracted everyone's attention, and all the ministers stood up to greet them.

Seeing his two brothers and the prime minister in person, Liu Bei was overjoyed and quickly stood up to greet them, saying with a smile: "Yun Chang, Yi De, Kong Ming, today is your wedding day and you have come from afar, which is really a double joy!"

Xing Daorong understood immediately after hearing this!
What do you mean you have come from far away? I'm afraid you have arrived a long time ago.

Otherwise, it would be impossible for them to appear at the same time!

They must have arrived early and were arranged by Liu Bei, so they appear together at this moment.

Your Majesty... you have really taken great pains today...

While Xing Daorong was thinking, Guan Yu stepped forward, clasped his hands, and said in a loud voice: "Brother, you are the pillar of our Han Dynasty. Today is a big day, how can I not come? I have prepared a small gift to congratulate the newlyweds on their happy marriage!"

After saying this, he ordered his followers to present a pair of ruyi inlaid with gold and jade, which symbolized good luck and fortune.

Zhang Fei laughed loudly, shaking the palace, and said, "Brother, I, Old Zhang, have come to join in the fun! You and your brothers have married such a beautiful woman, it is really the envy of others! I brought a jar of aged wine, and I will definitely drink with you today!"

After saying this, he waved his hand and ordered people to bring up a jar of fragrant old wine, which drew praises from everyone.

Zhuge Liang waved his feather fan, smiled and said, "Your Majesty, the general and Miss Huaman are happily married. It is truly a match made in heaven. I have specially prepared a volume of the Book of Songs. I wish the two newlyweds a harmonious marriage and a long-lasting love."

After he finished speaking, he personally handed a beautifully bound volume of "The Book of Songs" to Xing Daorong.

These three people really gave me enough face.

Xing Daorong and Hua Man hurried forward to pay their respects.

Xing Daorong clasped his fists and said, "I am flattered and grateful to General Guan, General Zhang, and Prime Minister Zhuge for coming in person!"

Hua Man also bowed gracefully and said softly, "Thank you all for your kindness. My husband and I will remember it in our hearts."

After the ceremony, there was thunderous cheers in the hall and all the ministers raised their glasses to congratulate.

Liu Bei also laughed heartily and ordered the musicians to play music and the dancers to dance.

There was singing and dancing in the hall, and toasts were clinking, creating a prosperous scene.

That night, the palace was filled with laughter and joy, which only gradually faded away when the moon rose to the zenith in the sky.

(End of this chapter)