The rise of the late Song Dynasty reigns supreme

Chapter 404
"Young master, the king of Chu is here!"

Zhao Gou was taken aback for a moment, but quickly stood up to welcome Zhao Yougong.Now that the end of the year is approaching, he really doesn't understand why Zhao Yougong came here, the most important thing is that it has been a long time, so he is a little surprised.Originally, he was still thinking about what the two of them would discuss, but because Zhao Yougong came to forget about it.

"Why are you here, brother?"

Zhao Yougong strode in, and when he heard Zhao Gou's words, he became angry and said, "What? You don't welcome me here?"

"Where is the elder brother coming to the house, it will be even more radiant." Zhao Gou immediately changed his words, "Elder brother has been away for some time, so I have to ask, is there something going on today?"

"Can't you come to visit me if you have nothing to do?" Today Zhao Yougong was full of anger, which made the second monk Zhao Gouzhang confused, and then said: "I really have something to do when I come here this time. The first thing is that the emperor asked me Let me come here and tell you that tomorrow you will participate in the ancestor worship ceremony; another thing, I will stay at your house during the Chinese New Year."

"Worshiping the ancestors?" Zhao Gou directly omitted the fact that Zhao Yougong was going to come to the house for the New Year, and made the point.

Zhao Yougong nodded, and said: "All princes will participate in the ancestor worship ceremony, but it's just the last procedure. The prince will take care of other things, so you don't have to worry about it. In addition, the emperor asked me to tell you that after the ancestor worship, don't immediately Leave, I have something to tell you."

"What does this mean?" Zhao Gou was confused.

Zhao Yougong explained: "At the beginning of the ancestor worship ceremony, only the crown prince was beside the emperor, and you, the nine princes, are expected to be in the back. The ancestor worship ceremony is a big event, and the emperor has not held a ceremony for a long time. hold."

"Because of this matter, there was a dispute in the imperial court, saying that we can't be together. But who is the emperor! The emperor tried his best to resist all opinions, and talked about the extraordinary period, and also said that the people's life is difficult, and they should not be extravagant. "

"Whether worshiping the ancestors or offering sacrifices to the heavens is a very important ritual! According to the usual practice, one should worship the heavens first, and then the ancestors; as long as the ceremony begins, there should be no more words in the whole process, and all should be solemn and solemn, otherwise you will be convicted. Therefore, The emperor asked me to whisper to you; as for the imperial decree, it will arrive later!"

After Zhao Yougong finished speaking, he turned around and left, making the second monk Zhao Gouzhang confused, not understanding how he had offended him and why he was indifferent to him.In the end, it was Steward Wang who said it, because these days, Zhao Yougong was pushed too hard by Zhao Xi, and he had to get married as soon as possible.

Moreover, not only Zhao Si, but even the emperor was chattering aside; moreover, holding the ceremony of offering sacrifices to heaven and ancestors, etc. are all labor-intensive things, and it is necessary to protect the safety of the emperor and others, all of which fell on Zhao Yougong body, which put him under a sharp increase in pressure.

Zhao Yougong was under a lot of pressure, but Zhao Gou was traveling around and was not happy, so he treated him like this.Sure enough, shortly after Zhao Yougong left, an imperial decree came from the palace, ordering him to arrive at the Hall of Supreme Harmony on time tomorrow, and no mistakes were allowed.

Zhao Yougong wanted to refuse at first, but after thinking about it, it was an imperial decree, so he had no choice but to accept the decree to thank him.He originally wanted to keep the eunuch who passed the decree, but he had to return to the palace to revive the decree.Just when he was about to leave, Xing Bingyi and Wang Shishi walked out of the room. Seeing Wang Shishi's appearance, the eunuch was also stunned.

However, when he wanted to return to the palace to renew the decree, he didn't look at it much, and he just glanced at it and left.

Zhao Gou saw the smiling faces of the two of them, as if they had become good sisters, which made him a little dazed, but very happy.At least they didn't quarrel and lived in peace, but he didn't know that when Xing Bingyi and Wang Shishi saw Zhao Gou, they looked at each other and smiled, because they formed an alliance and it became a secret in their hearts.

Xing Bingyi still wanted to spend more time, but it was getting late, so he went back in a sedan chair; Wang Shishi was a little unhappy when he heard that Xing Bingyi was leaving, so he still sent her out of the house.Xing Bingyi is also reluctant to part, but it's not that she is reluctant to part with Zhao Gou, but rather like Wang Shishi.

Zhao Gou stood aside in embarrassment, as if he was a bystander. In the end, to prevent any accidents on the way, Zhao Gou sent someone from the mansion to escort Xing Bingyi away.Moreover, they were told to send Xing Bingyi back to the mansion safely before returning.

"What did you say?" Zhao Gou walked to Wang Shishi's side, held her in his arms with big hands, and asked softly.

Wang Shishi quickly broke free from his arms, and replied mischievously, "I won't tell you!"

Zhao Gou couldn't help crying or laughing watching Wang Shishi run away, everyone pursed their lips and laughed, even the old lady covered her mouth and laughed.At the beginning, all the men in the county mansion lived a boring life, except for practicing martial arts and reading books; now there are old men and Wang Shishi who make this mansion full of warmth, this is the life Zhao Gou has been looking forward to.

The next day, Zhao Gou got up early. He hadn't appeared in public for a long time, and he was wearing royal clothes, which were bestowed by the emperor.The prince and others had already been waiting here, and all the descendants of the Zhao family in Beijing were present. This was the first time that Zhao Gou saw all the descendants of the Zhao family.

However, except for the princes Zhao Huan and Zhao Yougong, Zhao Gou didn't know anyone.Since it was the grand ceremony of worshiping the ancestors, Zhao Gou and others had to go to participate; the ceremony of worshiping heaven began first, and everyone else stayed in the Hall of Supreme Harmony to wait, only the emperor led all the officials to go.

The grand ceremony of offering sacrifices to the ancestors is a ceremony of offering sacrifices to the ancestors, and it must not be sloppy; because of this, even if Zhao Yougong and Zhao Gou are familiar with each other, they must not make loud noises, and even if they are communicating, they must not have any laughter, otherwise, it is a great disrespect to be accused of despising the ancestors .

After waiting for two hours in the Hall of Supreme Harmony, they were summoned to participate in the grand ceremony of worshiping the ancestors, and all civil and military officials withdrew, only the descendants of the Zhao family attended.Since women are not allowed to attend the ancestor worship ceremony, princesses and princesses cannot appear, only men can.

It took an hour before and after the ancestor worship ceremony, which was almost over, but Zhao Gou was really uncomfortable with the cumbersome etiquette, but he had to endure it.After all, paying homage to ancestors is a kind of inheritance, and it is also a kind of benevolence and filial piety, which has to be followed.

Finally, the others dispersed, but Zhao Gou returned to the Hall of Supreme Harmony alone, because it was the emperor's will.Originally, Zhao Gou wanted to pay his respects, so he happened to do it together.

"The Emperor is here!"

Zhao Gou hurriedly shouted: "Long live my emperor, long live, long live!"

"Exemption!" Song Huizong looked at Zhao Gou with a smile, "I didn't expect to disappear without seeing anyone for several months, and it was so fast. I am worthy of my kindness!"

"What does the father mean?" Zhao Gou looked at Zhao Ji in surprise.

Song Huizong smiled and said: "The eunuch who passed the decree saw a beautiful woman in your mansion. If I guessed correctly, this person must be your concubine. I wanted to get you married earlier, but now it seems Exceeded my expectations, so great!"

Immediately, Zhao Gou was embarrassed, and he didn't know how to answer, so he could only let it go.

"Don't you have nothing to say to me?" Zhao Gou used to tell him something every time he entered the palace, but this time it felt a little different. Zhao Ji was really not used to it, so he asked.

"No!" Zhao Gou replied frankly, he really had nothing to say, and his father knew everything he had done, so he had nothing to say.

Song Huizong glared fiercely. If other people had said this to him, they would have already committed the crime. In the end, Zhao Ji said helplessly: "Remember to greet your mother years ago, so that she can feel at ease! "

"Understood!" Zhao Gou replied casually, and then got up to leave.

Song Huizong was so angry by Zhao Gou that his lungs exploded. He didn't expect Zhao Gou to be so indifferent to him.Want to get angry, but hold back.After all, Zhao Gou does not have any official position, and has some relationship with him.As a father, Zhao Ji really wants to cry but has no tears, and he does bad things with good intentions.

But thinking that Zhao Gou has accepted another beauty, this is the most gratifying thing.

Then, Zhao Gou had nothing to say, so he took his leave directly and left.When Song Huizong asked, Zhao Gou said hello to his mother without looking back.What Song Huizong wanted to say, but forcibly held back, he could only watch Zhao Gou leave.

"This kid is getting smaller and smaller!"

"Brother Huang, you're not the one who favors you!" Zhao Si smiled, and Song Huizong was at a loss for words. He looked at Zhao Gou's leaving back and praised: "Brother Huang, I think the time is almost up, so we can't wait any longer." Now, sometimes you have to step up the pace."

"Don't worry, it's not a few months away!" Song Huizong replied confidently, because Zhao Gou's plan was also what he needed, and only by using this as an opportunity can Zhao Gou appear in front of everyone again. There is an excuse to take the next move.

After Zhao Gou came out of the Hall of Supreme Harmony, he went to his mother. He really missed his mother.Just now he also understood that his tone towards his father was a little cold, but in fact he was because Song Huizong interfered with his plan.If the person behind it wasn't Song Huizong, I'm afraid Zhao Gou would have come to the door in person.

Before Zhao Gou came here, he had already sent someone to send a letter to her, saying that he would come back today to greet her.Therefore, Webster had already been waiting in the palace.

There was no news from Zhao Gou for more than half a year. Wei Shi was a little worried, but after hearing some news, he was not worried anymore.Zhao Gou not only has a wife, but also a concubine, which makes Webster very happy, because she is looking forward to the birth of her grandson!
"Mother, the baby is here!" Zhao Gou called out respectfully, and his attitude changed 180 degrees.

To Huizong of Song Dynasty, it was sarcasm and ignored; to his mother, Zhao Gou was respectful and obedient.If Song Huizong saw Zhao Gou's attitude, he might be angry.However, Zhao Gou sat here for less than an hour and a half before leaving, and he couldn't stay any longer.

Because Webster no longer urges marriage, but urges Zhao Gou to have a child as soon as possible, which makes Zhao Gou feel uncomfortable.Originally they had a good chat, even Zhao Gou did not hide the situation of Wang Shishi.Webster's life experience is somewhat similar to Wang Shishi's, so he told Zhao Gou not to disappoint this woman.

In addition, Webster also asked Zhao Gou to let her meet his future daughter-in-law next time and bring Xing Bingyi into the palace in person.If she could go out of the palace, she wouldn't have to be brought by Zhao Gou, she would go directly to the county prince's mansion to see her own daughter-in-law, and Wang Shishi who was hidden in Zhao Gou's golden house.

As for Gao Chong's mother staying in the Prince's Mansion, Wei Shi didn't have any objection, but was a little jealous, because she was the emperor's concubine, so she couldn't leave the palace easily, so she couldn't take care of her son herself.It would be best if someone took care of her now.

"This child, why did he run away before I finished my words!" Webster couldn't laugh or cry, looking at the back of Zhao Gou running away in a hurry, and it seemed that he would become a grandma someday in the future, so a smile appeared on his face I don't care, even Zhao Gou said goodbye and left, because she was anxious to hold her grandson.

The end of the new year is approaching, and everyone in the Song Dynasty is preparing. Zhao Gou is busy worshiping the ancestors and entering the palace to pay his respects.Since Zhao Yougong was also planning to stay in the county prince's mansion for the new year, the old lady made a lot of preparations.

Zhao Gou came out of the palace and saw the busy pedestrians on the street, everyone was smiling, and he really stayed in Bianjing for the New Year.This year is different from previous years. This year he is accompanied by beautiful women and brothers. He is no longer alone, and his heart is warm.

(End of this chapter)