After bidding farewell to Cheng Yaojin and the other old generals, it was already past noon. The morning court session had been going on for so long, but Li Zexuan didn't provide any food. He really wasn't a good boss. Li Zexuan could only go home hungry.
"Xuan 'er, are you alright? Why did His Majesty look for you? He didn't give you any trouble, did he? "
As soon as he entered the door, Madam Li ran over and hugged Li Zexuan. Her two eyes constantly looked at Li Zexuan's body to see if her son was missing any parts.
Li Jingmo also stood not far away and looked over with concern. It was obvious that the husband and wife had been waiting in the courtyard for him to come back. They probably hadn't even eaten lunch yet.
"Brother, brother, are you alright?"
When Lan 'er heard the commotion in the courtyard, she ran out with her little legs. Behind her was a worried Tie Dan.
Li Zexuan looked at the worried faces of his family members and couldn't help but feel a surge of warmth in his heart. Although he hadn't been in this world for long, he had received too much love and care from this small family.
"Mother, I'm fine. His Majesty didn't make things difficult for me. Let's go in and eat lunch. I haven't eaten yet."
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Front hall.
Li Zexuan briefly told the two elders about what happened in the morning court session as he ate. Of course, he didn't mention the matter of Yuan Wendao and Wei Zheng impeaching him. Since it was already in the past, there was no need to mention it and make everyone worry.
Even so, the few people in the family were so shocked that their jaws dropped.
"Xuan 'er, you're saying that His Majesty made you a baron?"
Madam Li excitedly pulled Li Zexuan's arm and asked in disbelief.
Li Jingmo was also a little short of breath. He had been in business for many years and knew how lowly a merchant's position was. If what his son said was true, then who would dare to look down on him, Li Jingmo?
Li Zexuan's mouth was still stuffed. Seeing his mother constantly urging him, he hurriedly said, "It's true, mother. The imperial edict will probably be sent over in the afternoon. It's just that Lantian County is so big, I wonder where my fief will be? "
"Who cares where he is? You brat, don't take it for granted. This title is the most important. Our family doesn't lack land. Hurry up and eat. You still have to receive the imperial edict in the afternoon. "
Li Jingmo grumbled from the side. In fact, he was more excited than anyone else. His son had gone from a commoner to a baron. When the time came, the entire Li family would rise along with him. They would not be far from becoming a wealthy family. It was just that he couldn't bear to see Li Zexuan act like he was the victim of a bargain, so he couldn't help but say a few words.
"Dad, aren't you going to the shop in the afternoon?" Li Zexuan asked curiously. In the past, at this time, Dad Li would usually be busy with his business.
Li Jingmo glared at him and said, "Why do you still care about business at a time like this? Do you think your father is as clueless as you?"
Li Zexuan rubbed his nose awkwardly.
"Wow, then Lan 'er will be the Baron's sister in the future. Does that mean she's also a high-ranking official?"
Lan 'er cheered at this time.
Madam Li couldn't help but laugh and said, "Yes, yes, yes. Our Lan 'er will also be a high-ranking official in the future!"
"Iron Egg congratulates Master on receiving the title of Baron!"
Iron Egg at the side also very sensibly bowed and congratulated him.
Li Zexuan smiled and nodded. He asked casually, "Iron Egg, have you been slacking off these few days? How many words have you learned? "
Lan 'er rushed to say, "Brother, with Lan' er here, Brother Iron Egg doesn't dare to slack off. Lan 'er has already taught Iron Egg more than a hundred words these few days."
Li Zexuan praised, "Not bad. In a few days, I'll invite a teacher back. Lan 'er, you should also learn some scriptures from Iron Egg. I don't expect you to become a scholar through scriptures, but I hope you can understand some principles of life from them."
"Ah? Why does Lan 'er have to learn too? "Lan' er pouted her small mouth and said unwillingly.
Li Jingmo and his wife watched the siblings bicker and didn't interrupt. Since Li Zexuan returned, Lan 'er didn't need to worry about them anymore.
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After the meal, Li Zexuan was urged by his mother to go back to the West Courtyard to take a bath. She said that to receive the imperial edict, one had to take a bath and change clothes in advance to show respect to the Emperor. Li Zexuan snorted at this, but there was nothing he could do. This era's deep-rooted ideology of imperial power was supreme, and no one could change it.
After taking a bath, Li Zexuan saw his mother's head maid, Qing 'er, trot over and say, "Young Master, young master.
"Young Master, Young Master, Master and Madam want you to hurry to the front yard. Has the angel arrived?"
Li Zexuan said in surprise, "So fast? Then let's go quickly! "
When Li Zexuan arrived at the front courtyard, he saw that the incense table had been set up. Li Jingmo was chatting with a middle-aged man with a pale face and no beard. When he saw Li Zexuan, he quickly waved for him to come over.
"Xuan 'er, quickly come and say hello to Chamberlain Liu."
Li Zexuan walked over and cupped his hands. "Greetings, Chamberlain Liu. You've worked hard to come here to announce the imperial edict."
The eunuch smiled and returned the greeting. He said in a sharp voice, "This must be Young Master Li. You're really young and talented. To be recognized by the Emperor at such a young age, you have a bright future ahead of you! Young Master Li, you should hurry and receive the imperial edict. "
When he finished speaking, the eunuch stood facing the south with his back facing the north. Li Zexuan, Li Jingmo, and the others also cupped their hands at the side. Chamberlain Liu coughed softly. "The Emperor of the Tang Dynasty has decreed that there is a good son named Li Zexuan. Since he was young, he has been adhering to the virtues of good. He … created roller bearings … created the divine plow ….
The eunuch recited the edict for the time it took to drink a cup of tea. Other than the beginning, Li Zexuan didn't understand what the ancient text was saying. He finally heard the words' roller bearings' and 'divine plow', which should be praising his achievements. Then, he heard the words' male of Lantian County '. This is my title. But where is my fief? Didn't they say that there were two hundred households in the fief? There should be two or three thousand mu of land, right? Why didn't he hear anything?
When Chamberlain Liu finished reciting, Li Jingmo pressed Li Zexuan to the ground and kowtowed three times and nine times. The eunuch smiled and said, "Congratulations, Lord Jue. You have been conferred the title of 'male' at the age of fourteen. The day you become a Marquis is just around the corner."
When he finished speaking, his eyes were fixed on Li Zexuan.
Li Zexuan's hair stood on end under the eunuch's gaze. He didn't know what was going on, but Li Jingmo knew better. He quickly had someone bring over a tray with a dozen golden pancakes. Li Zexuan was speechless. He secretly praised his father for being so generous. At the same time, he also understood that the eunuch was trying to get money. He was still too inexperienced. Luckily, he had his father by his side to take care of him. It was true that having an old man at home was like having a treasure!
Li Jingmo handed the tray to Chamberlain Liu. He smiled and said, "Both of us are extremely grateful to have Chamberlain Liu deliver the edict. Now that we have received such good news, how can we let Chamberlain Liu return empty-handed? This is a small token of our appreciation. I hope Chamberlain Liu doesn't mind."
Chamberlain Liu smiled and took the tray. He bowed to Li Zexuan and said, "Thank you, Lord Jue, for your reward!"
Li Zexuan nodded. This Tang Dynasty eunuch wasn't bad. However, he was most concerned about where his fief was.
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