Chapter 167: Funeral and Grace
Yu Shinan, the Duke of Yongxing County, passed away.⊙.⊙ Mobile Network
I have just resigned for half a year and have not enjoyed my life well. I have passed away with my grandchildren, which is a slight pity.
However, the 81-year-old life is an enviable death.
In fact, Yu Shinan has lived one month longer than in history. Perhaps because Xie Yi took over in time and asked to resign early and go home to rest.
But in the end, I am old and can't take care of it for a few years.
The important officials of the dynasty died, so they naturally notified the Secretariat immediately and then quickly submitted it to Chengqing Hall.
The moment Li Shimin heard the news, he was slightly stunned, his expression was a little dazed and a feeling of emotion from the heart came naturally.
Another old minister who has followed him for many years has left, Du Ruhui, Qu Tutong, and Wen Yanbo's turn is Yu Shinan.
what does that mean
As we grow old, everyone is old, and I am already forty years old. I feel a little helpless after being favored by a few new concubines in the palace.
In life, why did you work hard to become this emperor? What did you think of Li Shimin again?
A moment later, His Majesty Li Er was shocked and said in a deep voice: "I ordered the Ministry of Rites to draft a posthumous title for Yu Shinan and build a tomb next to Zhaoling.
Yu Shinan has been loyal to me for half his life. When he got underground, he would rather let him accompany me. In addition, he would like to inform the Secretariat and the Secretariat of the Palace to stop court for three days and move to the other palace. I would like to mourn him."
"Yes" the eunuchs remembered them one by one, and they felt even more moved. Yu Shinan is so lucky. His Majesty the Emperor treats him so well and attaches importance to the affairs of a minister. I remember that the last time he received this treatment was Prime Minister Du Ruhui.
As for the Prime Minister Wen Yanbo who died of illness last year, it is a pity that His Majesty the Emperor visited the Eastern Capital at that time, mainly because His Highness the Crown Prince was responsible for the handling. It was far less so grand.
But in fact, even when it reached this point, His Majesty Li Er seemed to be unsatisfied. After pondering for a moment, he said to himself: "No, I have to send a prince to worship."
The eunuch was secretly shocked. This level was so high. Generally speaking, the prince Fuling was already the supreme favor of the old ministers. Now Yu Shinan has to go to worship. This treatment is really nothing.
As for which prince is definitely not the crown prince, the crown prince of the country, how can the future lord of the world be lowered to worship his ministers? It is possible for other princes to be.
Who will it be
While the eunuch was speculating, Li Shimin ordered: "The King of Xuan Wei entered the palace."
King Li Tai of Wei was busy compiling the matter of placing the land records in his mansion, but suddenly received an order from the palace to ask him to go to Furong Garden, another palace to meet him.
"I went to Furong Garden to see you." Li Tai was a little surprised. This arrangement seemed a bit abrupt.
Liu Xuan whispered: "Your Highness, will it be related to Yu Shinan's death? Your Majesty moved to Furong Garden. It may be to mourn for another house."
"What is this for me to go there?"
Liu Xuan pondered for a moment and guessed: "Maybe he asked His Highness to accompany him, or let His Highness go to the Yu family to perform the sacrifice."
"Let me go to worship"
"It is possible. This is the royal family's highest favor to the deceased ministers. If Your Majesty is interested, your Highness will go and make a fuss at this time. There will be many benefits. All officials will definitely praise you, highlighting your highness's kindness and filial piety and respect for the wise and inferior people." Liu Xuan probably realized that Li Taiwei was displeased, so he advised him in time and gave him a very utilitarian basis.
As expected, His Highness King of Wei was indeed a utilitarian. He immediately accepted it happily and hurriedly set out to Furong Garden.
On the banks of the Qujiang Pool, in Furong Garden, Li Shimin, who had stopped court, mourned Yu Shinan, and expressed the king's deepest grief for a minister.
After some etiquette, His Majesty Li Er rested in the pavilion beside the Qujiang Pool.
It seems that it is better to say that it is coming for vacation than to mourn. In June, there is no cooler place in Chang'an than by the Qujiang Pool.
The cool breeze blew from the water of Qujiang Pool, taking away the heat of the summer, and being refreshed and happy. Li Shimin was lying on the bamboo couch, feeling extremely comfortable.
If you were not carrying two young concubines who had just entered the palace, you would definitely have coughed if you didn't have the title of mourning for your ministers on your back and bringing two new young concubines.
The weather in Chang'an is too hot. I'll move to Jiucheng Palace in two days to escape the heat. It's natural to bring a few concubines and maids.
Well, that's it.
"Your Majesty, Your Highness, the King of Wei is here." Li Shimin was thinking about how to escape the summer heat and enjoy the peace. The eunuch came to report.
"Quick Promotion"
"My son pays homage to my father." Li Tai took heavy steps and greeted Li Shimin breathlessly. As a fat man, he was really annoyed to walk around in such hot weather.
Li Shimin looked up at the second son who was sweating profusely, and suddenly felt a little distressed and said with concern: "Prepare Qingque clean water and clean his face and sweat, and then send some iced cheese."
The eunuch and the palace maid reacted quickly. Immediately, someone sent wet wipes and clear water to wipe the sweat for the King of Wei, and then brought a bowl of air-conditioned cheese.
"Qingque, drink some to relieve the heat." Li Shiminsheng was afraid of his son's heatstroke and looked worried.
"Thank you, Father." Li Tai bowed and picked up the cold cheese, almost sipped it all. The feeling of cooling heart suddenly made people feel extremely comfortable.
Seeing that Li Tai's expression returned to normal and no longer gasping, Li Shimin then said: "It's a hot day, it's really hard to let you go. Chang'an is hot in summer and cold in winter. It's hard to walk on your road. In the future, I will allow you to ride in a sedan chair and go to Tai Chi Palace."
"My son, thank you for your kindness." Li Tai felt a burst of ecstasy in his heart. The surprise came too suddenly, and it could be said that it came unexpectedly.
It was very hard to go through this trip, and he still had many complaints in his heart just now, but at this moment, Mrs. Li felt that everything was worth it.
For a prince, the favor of his father is more important than anything else. He did not expect that his father would be so free and easy, and he directly gave himself the honor of riding in a soft sedan chair in Tai Chi Palace.
Yes, this is an honor. No minister and prince in the court has such honor. The prince who was injured a few days ago and Yu Shinan who died, have not yet been granted. Now he has obtained it.
For a prince, what does such an honor mean?
Maybe Li Shimin didn't care. He just thought it was a little favor to his son, but in Li Tai's heart, there would naturally be a meaning in the hearts of all officials.
At least Li Tai himself thought so. Since the birth of the emperor's grandson Li Xiang, the Eastern Palace has been in the limelight and must not avoid his edge. Li Tai has been dormant for this for three months and stayed at home and honestly edited books.
But now, the father has given this honor, like a signal or a turning point, and perhaps the dormant days are over.
Li Tai was very happy. When his thoughts were surging, Li Shimin said leisurely: "Qingque, today you are here to tell you about Yu Shinan."
Chapter completed!