As soon as this thing came out, the hall changed color.

Feng Pu recognized such a thing at first sight, and his eyes immediately turned red, and he said excitedly: "This is a farewell!" The death of officials above the third grade! Is this for Erlang? How is that possible? ”

Liu Youqiu was also stunned, and said: "Even if it is the death of the Jiangdu County Order, it is not right, Cui Yushi did not pay the scroll money, how can there be a death of the officials?" ”

"You don't know!"

Liu Laosi smiled slightly and said, "Although Brother Erlang didn't pay this money, Shangguan Sheren paid it for him." ”

During the Tang Dynasty and the Wu Anniversary, in addition to the founding honors, the imperial court was really not generous to officials.

One of the most prominent examples is the official appointment letter of an official, that is, the official has to pay for it from the ministry at his own expense.

Not only did it have to be bought, but the price was so expensive that it even became an important source of revenue for the treasury later.

Of course, the prime minister, the general and the like, the emperor still has to be enveloped. In general, this fee will be waived by a special order.

Some officials have to pay money every time because of frequent transfers, which is too much. In this case, it can be replaced by an official document issued by the Ministry of Shangshu with the text of the book, which is collectively referred to as the edict or the book.

But if he is not an important minister of the court, he is promoted or has just entered the officialdom, and this scroll money is inevitable.

Last time, Cui Geng was promoted to the political envoy of Lingnan Province, and it was Shen Tuo who helped him advance the money in Chang'an.

This time, no one helped him pay it, and it is said that before taking office, Cui Geng must personally or send someone to Chang'an to hand over the scroll money before he can take office and take office.

Unexpectedly, Shangguan Wan'er actually handed it over for him.

Feng Pu was still puzzled, shook his head and said, "No, no, even so, this sue should be a six-grade sue." Now this body is made of brocade and decorated with pearl shells, which is the only official who should be above the third grade! ”

Liu Laosi secretly scolded in his heart!

However, for Cui Geng's sake, he patiently explained this problem to Feng Pu.

It turns out that according to the imperial court system, all officials have the same farewell, which is simple and ordinary, and there is no decoration.

But other people's officials are not bought, and an ordinary scroll requires a large amount of money, which is unreasonable.

In the end, I don't know which genius official of the ministry came up with an idea to decorate the body.

On the surface, it is to distinguish the ornate or unworn decorations according to their grades, but in fact? It is distinguished by the amount of money, and whoever pays more money will be more ornate in decoration.

This time, Shangguan Wan'er made a lot of money and got a Zhubei as the ornament, which is normal.

Cui Geng secretly guessed that the reason why Shangguan Wan'er was so enthusiastic and generous to herself was because of two purposes: first, to demonstrate to Junchen - the more you want to belittle someone, the more your aunt and grandmother will praise.

The second is to hint to the faction-lined court that in the future, Cui Geng and Cui Erlang will be considered a member of my Shangguan department, and if anyone is asked by Lai Junchen to attack Cui Erlang, he will not be able to get along with the people of Benshe!

Thinking of this, his thoughts were instantly clear, he stood up, bowed deeply to Liu Laosi, and said, "Shangguan Sheren is so loving, and Xiaguan is grateful." I also asked Liu to return to Chang'an, and thank Shangguan Sheren on behalf of Cui. ”

"Of course, Shangguan Sheren wants to be thanked, but there is a person Cui Yushi who should be thanked." As he spoke, Liu Laosi's face suddenly turned grim, and he stood up and said in a loud voice, "Jiangdu County Commander Cui Geng, take the order!" ”

Hearing this, almost everyone cursed in their hearts, I'll wipe it!

This dead eunuch is too much of a thing, is it? Just now, when everyone knelt to receive the holy decree, you didn't finish it all at once.

Why are you sitting down here, drinking a little wine, you come to this trick!

However, after complaining, several people still stood up in a hurry, ready to welcome the holy decree.

Seeing this, Liu Laosi smiled cheaply, and hurriedly said: "You don't have to salute, this is not Your Majesty's holy decree, but an edict, as long as Cui County's order kneels to accept it." ”

Then, he seemed to learn Wu Zetian's tone, and said: "Cui Yushi has contributed to the medicine, and I should be rewarded." However, Guanqing's talent is the minister of the imperial court, and he should be of great use in the future, and should not be regarded as a medical officer. Therefore, if you donate medicine, I will not add an official to you, and I will give you a palace robe as a reward. ”

Liu Laosi's burden is really a treasure bag, and as he spoke, he took out a narrow-sleeved round-necked robe with good materials.

This is the so-called palace clothes - clothes sewn by the people of the harem. It's not about how good the dress is, it's about what the dress means.

Imperial palace clothes, okay? It's not something you can buy with money, it's more of an honor.

Cui Geng naturally kowtowed and thanked him.

It's not until now that the business is done.

The maidservants removed the remnants of the banquet and set up a new table of wine banquet to entertain Liu Laosi, the imperial envoy of the imperial court.

During the banquet, the careful Yao Du found that this Liu Qin envoy was actually quite easy to speak, and basically knew everything and said everything. is especially polite to three people, one is Lu Xiong, one is Guo Ke, and the other is naturally his own Lord Cui.

Because Shangguan Wan'er attaches great importance to her own adults, Liu Laosi also followed to please and be polite, and Yao Du felt normal.

But this Guo Ke and Guo Duwei don't seem to have much to do with Shangguan Wan'er?

Why was Liu Qin's envoy so polite to him?

Not only Liu Qin, but even Lu Xiong and Lu Sima, who can pick their noses and eyes at Liu Qin, why did they treat Guo Duwei so politely? Lu Sima is the brother-in-law of Shangguan Sheren!

It seems that this Guo Duwei's heels are definitely even more awesome than he originally imagined.

Fortunately, Guo Duwei called his own Master Cui a brother and a brother.

From this point of view, following Master Cui in the future is definitely a broad road to glory and wealth!

Yao Du thought about it for a while, and over there, Cui Geng and the three of them ate Liu Laosi to death, so everyone had no scruples about talking. Speaking of which, when Cui Geng made a temporary poem about the Dragon Boat Festival just now, they all said that he was outstanding in literature.

Hearing this, Liu Laosi's heart suddenly moved, and said, "Erlang, you have to have some eyesight." Your Majesty has given you a palace robe, should you also return a gift? ”

Cui Geng thought about it, although there is no provision that if you receive something from the emperor, you have to return the gift, but many people are not to blame, it is better to give it than not to give it, okay?

The most important thing is that with Shangguan Wan'er's help, she took the opportunity to brush up some impression points in front of Wu Zetian, which is beneficial and harmless, so why not do it?

He hummed and said, "I want to return the favor to Your Majesty." But Your Majesty is rich all over the world, and what kind of gift I give, I'm afraid it's not uncommon for her to be an old man. I don't know why Shiro taught me? Or...... Let's send the money directly? ”

"Hey! What do you do with money? Your Majesty asked you to go to Yangzhou to make money, and you can still care about your two jujubes? ”

"What does Shiro mean ......"

Liu Laosi's eyes lit up and said, "Didn't you just say that you are full of poetic talent?" Then you compose poetry! Your Majesty likes talents the most. If you write a good poem to dedicate to Your Majesty, she will be happy. ”

Poetry?

Cui Geng lowered his head and pondered, there is! There is really such a song for the occasion!

Immediately, he slowly recited aloud: "The palace clothes are also famous, and the Dragon Boat Festival is honored." The fine arrowroot contains soft wind, and the fragrant Luo stacked snow is light. Since the day is wet, when the summer comes to clear. The meaning is called the length and shortness, and the lifelong love of holiness. ”

This poem was written by the poet Du Fu in the first year of the reign of Tang Suzong, and it will not be published until more than 60 years ago.

The poem says that he was given a palace dress by the emperor during the Dragon Boat Festival, and he was very moved.

Whether it is in terms of literary talent, feelings, or even the situation, it is very suitable.

Of course, now that Cui is taking possession of himself, naturally there is nothing to do with Du Fu.

After listening to it, several people praised each other.

Lu Xiong's eyes narrowed into a slit with joy, and he gave a thumbs up and praised: "Good boy, as soon as this poem comes out, even if you are Jane in the emperor's heart, you will definitely have a bright future in the future." ”

Liu Youqiu on the side joked: "Brother Lu, it's not right for you to say that." ”

"Huh?"

"Didn't you just listen to Liu's holy edict? In the oracle, the saint personally praised Cui Erlang for being the minister of the imperial court in the future. This shows that he was already in the emperor's heart before, what are you saying...... It's too late! Now that this poem has been handed in, it can only be regarded as the icing on the cake at best. ”

Lu Xiong suddenly realized, stroked his forehead and said, "Well said! As soon as this poem came out, it was the icing on the cake, and Erlang's future was stable. ”

After that, he raised his cup and said, "Come, everyone drink this cup together, and congratulate Erlang on his bright future and brightness." ”

"Congratulations to Jiro"

"Congratulations to Master Cui!"

"Congratulations to Cui County Order!"

There are all kinds of names, they have raised their glasses, and the atmosphere is getting more and more enthusiastic.

After a while, suddenly, Liu Laosi put down the wine cup, coughed lightly, and said, "Erlang, the miscellaneous family has asked you about something." ”

"What's the matter?"

"Where is your subordinate Inspector Chen Sanhe? Why didn't you come to the banquet? The miscellaneous family still has a will to read to him! ”

Chen San and that old god stick?

Cui Geng secretly thought about it, when the Right Su Zhengtai issued an official document, he was not the only one. At the same time, Lai Junchen's impeachment also includes Chen Sanhe!

Shangguan Wan'er can save herself, but she may not be able to save Chen Sanhe!

Could it be that Liu Laosi came down this time, and he still had the task of disposing of Chen San and this old god stick? That's not good, no matter how you say that Chen Sanhe is his own person, he can't let him lose his life.

His face changed slightly, and he prevaricated perfunctorily: "Alas, it's really unfortunate that Chen Yushi went to Zhenzhou to inspect the local customs and customs." ”

After a pause, he cautiously tried again: "I don't know what purpose Liu has brought to Chen Yushi?" ”

"What? Ran Zhenzhou went? Could it be that this guy saw Erlang's bad situation, and he was afraid that he would burn himself and hurt himself, so he took the opportunity to sneak out to avoid suspicion and avoid trouble? ”

When Liu Laosi heard this, he slapped a few cases suddenly, and said indignantly: "This Liu Laosi is really not a thing." In vain, the official Sheren also made a great effort for him, and he treated Erlang you so unkindly! ”

Yes?

Cui Geng realized that he was afraid that he had misunderstood, could it be that this will was not bad news?

He hurriedly explained for Chen Sanhe: "Big brother Shiro is angry, didn't the younger brother say it just now?" Chen Sanhe was sent to Zhenzhou by me, and he did not act without authorization. ”

"That's not going to work either!" Liu Laosi said hatefully: "Even so, he himself has no eyesight and no conscience? Today is Erlang's birthday, no matter how busy he is, he has to take the time to come back to celebrate your birthday, right? ”

"Uh, Shiro misunderstood him, he's not that kind of ......" Cui Geng was about to explain, but he heard heavy footsteps outside, coming into the hall.

Knock knock~~

I saw Feng Changqing walking into the hall with heavy steps.

Since Liu Laosi welcomed into the hall, Feng Changqing got up early and went out before. On the one hand, greeting people to arrange meals, and on the other hand, playing the role of welcoming guests. He is majestic and has complete armor, he is better than Xiao Jiu'er, isn't he?

"My lord, ......" Feng Changqing whispered a few words to Cui Geng.

Cui Geng couldn't help wiping a handful of sweat after hearing this, and said secretly, Chen Sanhe is a person with a bit of luck, and finally he doesn't have to hide it for him.

Immediately, he laughed and said, "Haha! Shiro, it seems that you are really wrong to blame Chen Yushi, he hurried and hurried, and finally rushed back to Qingyuan City today! ”

"Oh? Is it? Then he has a little conscience, so invite Chen Yushi in, right? ”

Cui Geng waved his hand slightly, and Feng Changqing quickly went and returned, leading two people from outside.

One person has a collapsed nose and lacks ears, and his face is like a ghost, it is Zhou Xing.

The other person, fairy wind bones, thin eyes and long eyebrows, and a whisk in his hand, is Chen Sanhe.

The two of them knelt on the ground together and said, "Lord Qiqi, I am fortunate not to be dishonored, we have already done what you wanted!" ”