Chapter 627 Attending the Banquet
After the Spring Festival, Wei King Li Tai was about to take up his post at the end of the year.
The prince's vassal is equivalent to establishing an independent country and enjoys great military and political autonomy in the fiefdom. However, at the same time, there is no chance to return to Chang'an.
This time Li Tai hosted a banquet for his old friends, presumably to say goodbye. After all, communication was inconvenient and roads were blocked in ancient times. Chang'an and Wuyue were thousands of miles apart, making travel very difficult. I don't know how many old friends have separated, and it will be difficult to see them again in the future...
At the farewell banquet, Fang Jun had to give respect to King Wei Li Tai, even though he was not too happy to go. Few of the friends around King Li Tai of Wei could see eye to eye with Fang Jun...
Early the next morning, Fang Jun dressed up under the service of Wu Meiniang, put on a set of dark blue straight clothes, and wore a pair of cloth shoes with thousand-layer soles. This man looked fresh and clean, but of course he was a bit shabby...< br>
Wu Meiniang gently combed Fang Jun's hair. A pair of soft butterflies tied up Fang Jun's long hair. The cuffs moved up slightly, revealing a jade-like wrist that beat the frost and snow. Her red cherry lips opened slightly, slightly With complaints.
"Why is Mr. Lang dressed like this? He looks like someone from a poor family in the countryside. It is a banquet for His Royal Highness the King of Wei, and it is also a spring outing. There must be many young men from well-known families. Lang Jun is like this, I am afraid he will be laughed at."
Fang Jun's outfit is really too "civilian". There is no silk or gold or jade. Even the shoes on his feet are worn by ordinary farmers. He has really lost his identity...
Fang Jun looked at Wu Meiniang's perfect profile and slim waist reflected in the bright and clear glass mirror, and said with a smile: "Why are you laughing at it? It's because their official is older than me? It's because their father is tougher than me. ? Or do they have more money than me? ”
Wu Meiniang said coquettishly: "You are so stubborn! Of course, few people can match you in these conditions, but the way you dress is worse than even an ordinary scholar from a poor family, so naturally some people laugh at you."
Fang Jun asked back: "Why do you see it? Since they can't compare with me in anything, what right do they have to laugh at me? Not to mention that I am naked in these clothes. Am I not Fang Erlang?"
"You... are so quibbling, you really pissed me off!" Wu Meiniang was so angry that she lightly punched Fang Jun on the shoulder. This guy was always messing around, and he actually used the tricks he used to deal with political opponents in the court at home. Wu Meiniang was naturally displeased.
The censors and officials of the entire dynasty were no match for Fang Jun in a verbal sparring match. How could Wu Meiniang not be defeated?
Fang Jun didn't take it seriously and said: "Since it is a banquet for flower viewing in the temple and it is not a formal occasion, why not dress casually? Besides, these shoes are suitable for climbing into the temple and fit your feet!"
He would not feel wronged because of what others thought. If he followed Wu Meiniang's wishes, he would have to wear the most solemn clothes and be very restrained inside and out. Wouldn't he be making himself uncomfortable?
It’s not like going to court to see the emperor...
Wu Meiniang was helpless, curled her lips, rolled her eyes and made a face behind Fang Jun. She always felt that her husband was sometimes omnipotent and fascinating, and sometimes he was simple and childish, leaving people speechless...
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Zhongnan Mountain has beautiful scenery and is far away from the hustle and bustle. It has been a favorite place for temples and temples since ancient times, especially at the northern foot of Chang'an, where there are many temples and temples hidden among the mountains and forests.
The ancients favored Buddhism and Taoism, so the temples and temples were prosperous and extremely solemn and tidy, making them a popular place for tourists to stay.
Luoxia Temple is not far from Songyin Temple where Princess Fangling practices. It is said that it was built in the Northern Wei Dynasty and has been passed down for nearly two hundred years. It is an ancient temple.
After major renovations during the reign of Emperor Wen of the Sui Dynasty, it is grander and more magnificent than most of the famous temples and ancient temples in Zhongnan Mountain. Of course, compared with the large-scale construction of the Imperial Cien Temple, its few regulations are nothing.
Luoxia Temple is far away from the hustle and bustle of Chang'an and is not in the prosperous area of the city. Apart from devout men and women, most of the people who are interested in visiting Luoxia Temple are literati.
There was an endless stream of tourists along the way. When they arrived at Luoxia Temple, Fang Jun got out of the carriage, ordered his two followers to stay and look after the horses, and led Xi Junmai and Wei Ying up the mountain path. Not long after, a grand mountain gate appeared in front of the three of them. On the plaque were the three characters "Luoxia Temple" with flying dragons and phoenixes dancing vigorously. The inscription was "In the fourth year of the founding of the Emperor, the imperial treasure of the Sui Emperor". I didn't know it belonged to Emperor Wen of the Sui Dynasty, Yang Jian. It was handwritten or written by some great writer.
Just as he walked outside the mountain gate, he saw a young man in white shirt standing in front of him, surrounded by several servants, looking up at the plaque.
Fang Jun walked closer, and the young man in white shirt happened to turn around, and the two looked at each other.
But it was Du He, the second son of Du Ruhui and the younger brother of Prince Li Chengqian.
Both of them were slightly surprised, not expecting such a coincidence.
After hesitating, Du He showed a smile first and asked with a smile: "Erlang is going to attend the banquet at His Highness the King of Wei?"
Fang Jun nodded and asked curiously: "Young Master Du is also here for the banquet?"
Don't blame him for feeling confused.
Du He is a loyal supporter of the crown prince Li Chengqian. He is extremely loyal and even plans to rebel with Li Chengqian in order to become the crown prince. In history, it was this man who was falsely accused of treason with his former lover, Li Chengqian, who lost his position as crown prince and was deposed by His Majesty Li Er. This shows that the relationship between Du He and Li Chengqian is very close. Know.
King Li Tai of Wei had been fighting for the position of crown prince for a long time with Crown Prince Li Chengqian, and they were on the same page. Li Chengqian's loyal horseman Du He had no contact with King Li Tai of Wei. They were in a very clear opposition. How could he come to attend the banquet of King Li Tai of Wei?
Hearing this, Du He looked unhappy.
He said carelessly: "His Highness asked someone to come. He said that King Wei's vassal was coming soon. Enemies should be reconciled rather than settled. In the past, all grudges should be laughed away... In fact, it is purely unnecessary. What kind of character does King Wei have? He is a villain who must retaliate. Now, Forced by the emperor to go to the land of Wuyue, various I can't use any means, so I will obediently express my surrender to His Highness. But if I get the opportunity, the first person to try to occupy His Highness's position as Crown Prince will undoubtedly be the King of Wei! Reconciliation with him is nothing more than a dream, His Highness is too much. Exceeding the kindness of a woman..."
Fang Jun smiled and said nothing.
The kindness of women? This was the most important reason why Li Chengqian was re-approved by His Majesty Li Er. It was Li Chengqian's indecision that made His Majesty Li Er believe that he would be able to treat his brothers well after he succeeded to the throne, so as not to repeat the tragedy of the Xuanwu Sect.
This Du He is somewhat loyal, but he is more stubborn than him...
He did not comment on Du He's words. After he complained, Fang Jun smiled and asked, "How about we go together?"
Du He said happily: "As you should, please."
He has a good impression of Fang Jun.
Whether it was "a pot of wine, a pole, as happy as I have a few people" by the Lishan River, or later giving advice to Li Chengqian when he was in the most critical moment, it shows that Fang Jun is not a two-faced villain, and even more so Not a hypocrite who adds insult to injury.
The two walked side by side, followed by the domestic servants.
Du He seemed to be very familiar with this place, so he explained it to Fang Jun along the way and acted as a tour guide. He talked about the glorious history of Luoxia Temple when it was used as a summer resort by Emperor Wen of the Sui Dynasty from a stone tablet on the side of the mountain gate by Zheng Daozhao, a calligrapher from the Northern Wei Dynasty. He also talked about how Emperor Wen of the Sui Dynasty built a stupa here. The history of the country seemed to be carved in his mind, and allusions came at his fingertips. Fang Jun's calmness and elegance made Fang Jun click his tongue.
This Du Er Shao actually seems to be a monk from Luoxia Temple in his previous life. Every brick on the ground can tell an allusion! At this moment, Du He seemed to be possessed by a great literary man. Is there still a little bit of impetuousness and stupidity?
People have thousands of faces, no matter how incompetent they are, they still have merit...
The two of them were walking and chatting. At first, they could only glimpse a corner of a forest of bright red flowers on the mountaintop not far away. When they turned around a corner of a house, walked a few steps along the mountain road, and rounded a building, a patch of pink suddenly appeared in front of them. In the sea of color, the red seems to be suddenly overwhelming, making people feel like they are in a red world...
Each peach tree is like a graceful girl, graceful and charming, which makes people feel pity in their hearts. The peach tree is very short, but its branches are spread out in all directions and covered with flower buds. The color of peach blossoms is pink, and the blossoms, branches, clusters, and groups are dazzling and thrilling.
The peach blossoms are shallow and deep, and the makeup is evenly shaded... (End of this chapter)