Tomorrow was the day when the Emperor would marry one empress and two concubines. The Yang Family was also decorated with lanterns and streamers. The inner courtyard was a double courtyard. On the right side of the courtyard were two bridal rooms, with a small storage room in between. On the left side were the bridal rooms that Yutang Chun and Sheridan were going to live in. The room was decorated with a festive atmosphere.
The two girls' boudoirs were not big, but they were very exquisite. There were two rooms inside and outside. The outer room of Yu Tang Chun's room was filled with calligraphy and paintings, while the room of Xue Li Mei's room was filled with zithers and pipa, all neatly arranged. The two girls' inner room was much simpler. The embroidered bed was full of crimson, and there was a bunch of fresh flowers on the dressing table. As soon as they walked in, a faint fragrance assailed their nostrils. In addition, there was an extremely charming beauty standing in the room. It was really a gentle and charming scene that could enchant one's soul.
The two girls' embroidered bed was neatly arranged, and the bed was spotless. Even they themselves were reluctant to sit on it, so naturally, they would not let the maids help them. They had spent most of the day arranging it themselves.
As the Emperor's envoy, there were many things that he had to deal with. After resting for a day, Yang Ling could not stay sick anymore. Tonight, he had to rush to the Imperial Palace to prepare. Fortunately, his wound was not deep and healed quickly, so it did not affect his movements.
In the study room, Yang Ling carefully wrote down the procedures that he had to do the next day, and then went to his own courtyard. Two young maids were hanging lanterns in the hall. One was standing on a chair, and the other was supporting the chair. When they saw the master, they hurriedly saluted. Seeing that they were busy, Yang Ling quickly waved his hand to stop them and walked into the room.
He quietly walked to the door and was about to open it when he suddenly heard Han Youniang say, "Sister, the more I think about it, the more I feel that it is not right. Is it good for the husband to marry two concubines at the same time?"
Yang Ling's heart sank. "This is bad. Even though Young-niang didn't say anything, she still felt uncomfortable in her heart. But putting aside the shameful thought of pushing the boat along with the current, even if the Emperor gave her a pair of ugly monsters, she still couldn't refuse."
Yutang Chun and Sheridan were so beautiful that anyone who saw them would feel pity for them. How could they not have any feelings for each other? However, if Han Youniang clearly expressed her displeasure, Yang Ling would not be so greedy as to make her unhappy.
However, he dared to resist the imperial edict for the sake of Young-niang's life, but he did not have the courage to offend the Emperor over this matter. Hearing his beloved wife's voice, Yang Ling felt uneasy and did not dare to move.
From the room, Gao Wenxin chuckled and said, "What are you worried about, sister? I've heard you mumble for half a day, but I still don't understand. "
Han Youniang stammered, "Aiya, sister, why are you so stupid? I said … I said that the husband has to enter the bridal chamber twice in one night. I'm afraid he … afraid he … afraid he won't be able to bear it …"
Gao Xinwen could not help but burst out laughing. From the room came the sound of a fight. Then he heard Gao Wenxin giggling and gasping for breath. "So … so Sister is worried about the husband. Hee hee, haha, haha."
Although he could not hear Young-niang's words from the room, Yang Ling could imagine her cute pouting face. He could not help but feel his heart heat up. He heard Gao Wenxin beg for mercy. "Okay, okay, okay, I apologize, I apologize. My wife, don't worry. Let us sisters talk behind closed doors."
Although she was a doctor, she was, after all, an unmarried young lady. Gao Wenxin's face also burned when she talked about these topics. She said bashfully, "Sister, indulging in lust is harmful to the body. It's just something those old masters used to advise people not to indulge in women's charms. From a medical point of view, it does not make sense. As long as you don't overdo it with the help of some tiger or wolf medicine, even … even if you have sex once a day, it won't be a problem. If you pay attention to your health, this matter … will be beneficial to the body and mind. "
Han Youniang was surprised. "Isn't it? But … but didn't they say that one drop of essence is ten drops of blood? The essence of the human body will dry up and harm the body. Well … I … I just read some ordinary medical books in the countryside. Sister, don't laugh at me. "
Gao Wenxin said, "There is no basis for the essence to transform into blood. It's all nonsense. Well … let me put it this way. Don't you practice martial arts every morning? You don't use as much energy as you practice martial arts. How can there be so many mysteries? "
Yang Ling was secretly surprised. This Gao Wenxin's medical skills were really brilliant. Only with modern medical equipment did he know that the so-called blood essence was just nonsense. It was purely the speculation of the ancient people. He did not expect that although she might not know it clearly, her words were very close to the truth.
Han Youniang sighed and said, "Then I'm relieved. My husband's body was weak before and he was bedridden for many years. He almost … I'm always worried about his body. Sister, you are a divine doctor. I'm relieved now that you've said so. Ai, tomorrow we'll have a wedding. My husband has always wanted a child but I'm not good enough. I hope my two sisters can give birth to children for the Yang Family soon. "
Gao Wenxin's expression changed and said, "Sister, if Master wants a child, I'm afraid … I'm afraid it'll be difficult."
Han Youniang and Yang Ling outside the room were shocked. Han Youniang nervously grabbed Gao Wenxin's hand and said, "Sister, why do you say that?"
"Meimei, don't worry too much," Gao Wen said in his heart, "Listen to me, when I saw Laoye's complexion, I already had some doubts. Recently I have been flipping through some ancient books, and yesterday I took Laoye's pulse, and felt that Laoye's internal organs were seriously damaged. Originally I did not know the cause, but now I know that Laoye was bedridden.
The health of the body and the exhaustion of the internal organs are two different things. Don't think that the Master's body is very good now. This is different. To cure him, he needs to be nourished internally with medicinal cuisine and supplemented externally with needles and stones. If I were to do it, I would be able to cure him in about half a year. "
"Ah!" Han Youniang was surprised and happy. She quickly asked, "Sister, how do we cure him?"
Yang Ling's heart also beat faster. He didn't have the thought of having no descendants and continuing the family line, but he really wanted to give birth to a child with his beloved Young-niang. He wanted her to have a goal and the courage to live.
He originally thought it was because Young-niang was still young. He didn't think it was because he had a hidden illness. He guessed that it was because he had been bedridden for a long time and his kidney was weak. His heart softened and he saved Gao Xiaojie. This was really good karma. Otherwise, if he died two years later and didn't even have a child, even if Young-niang had the courage to live, she would be guilty for the rest of her life.
He heard the two of them whispering and began to talk about a treatment method. He quietly retreated to the door. After waiting for a moment, he loudly said to the maid outside, "En, it's done. There's no need to hang so many lanterns. Just stick a 'Xi' character on the window lattice."
Young-niang heard Yang Ling's voice and quickly opened the door. Seeing that Yang Ling was dressed neatly, she couldn't help but ask, "Husband, are you going out?"
Yang Ling saw that Gao Wenxin was hiding in the room and didn't come out. He smiled at Young-niang and said, "Yes, I have to go to Xia daren's fu tomorrow morning. I still have a lot of things to do tonight. I have to rush to the palace now. You should rest early tonight. Early tomorrow, you still have to rush to the palace to support the Empress's carriage."
Han Youniang had always thought that it was difficult for her to get pregnant. Her heart was always restless. Although she was relieved now, she knew that it was her husband's problem. She was even more afraid that he would feel ashamed and sad if he knew. Thus, she didn't dare to tell him what Gao Wenxin said. She saw Yang Ling out the door. Seeing that her husband's horse was far away, she quickly returned to the courtyard and quickly asked Gao Wenxin for medical advice.
Yang Ling rushed to the palace. He saw that the inside and outside of the palace was also decorated magnificently. The magnificent and ostentatious Forbidden City was naturally not something that Yang Ling's home could compare to. Perhaps it was because of the grandeur of the palaces and pavilions, the awe-inspiring atmosphere was a bit stronger than the atmosphere of a wedding.
Yang Ling didn't know where Zhengde's Emperor was. He first rushed to the eastern warm room of the Palace of Heavenly Purity where Zhengde usually stayed. To his surprise, he found Zhengde sitting on the dragon chair with Gu Daeyong and Ma Yongcheng following behind him. In front of the table, an official whom he didn't know knelt. In his hands, he was holding a large pile of memorials. Yang Ling quickly went forward to greet Emperor Zhengde.
When Zhengde saw him, his expression was a bit strange. He sat there and twisted his body. He smiled and said, "You came at the right time. In a moment, accompany zhen to the Imperial Garden. Imperial Messenger Wang, if you have something to say, say it quickly. zhen still has important matters to attend to. "
When that Imperial Messenger Wang heard Yang Ling say his name, he was startled at first. Then, he braced himself and said, "Yes, Your Majesty. The seventy-four imperial messengers of the Imperial Messenger Bureau have accused Yang Ling … Yang Ling of installing palace lanterns and setting up fireworks in the palace. It is extravagant and extravagant, and they are afraid that the palace will catch fire."
When Yang Ling heard this, he glanced at that imperial messenger and laughed in his heart, "To accuse the mastermind of an accomplice, this imperial messenger is going to hit an iron plate."
Sure enough, Zhengde used all his strength to twist his buttocks on the chair. With a face full of impatience, he said, "Among the common people, marriages need to be festive. What's wrong with setting up fireworks for zhen's wedding? Didn't we let the Water Dragon Pavilion enter the palace as well? It's not a problem. Zhen approved it. What else do you have to say? Say it quickly! "
The Supervising Imperial Messenger hurriedly said, "Yes, yes, yes. In addition, there are fourteen imperial messengers who have accused Yang Ling of abusing his power to avenge personal wrongs and plotting to murder the criminal Wang Jinglong. Requesting Your Majesty to issue a decree to investigate in detail. Twenty-one imperial messengers have accused the Minister of Ministry of Rites in Nanjing, Wang Qiong, of conniving with his servants to release the criminal. Requesting Your Majesty to issue a decree to investigate in detail. One hundred and three imperial messengers have accused the three Grand Secretaries of the Cabinet, the four Ministries of Revenue, Rites, Works, and Revenue, as well as several ministers of the Imperial Court, of interfering in the investigation. Requesting Your Majesty to issue a decree to investigate in detail. The six departments have accused the Imperial Envoys of Tai Ling, Dai Yi, Yang Ling, and others of abusing private punishment and mistreating prisoners, causing the prisoners to escape from prison. Requesting Your Majesty to issue a decree to investigate in detail … "
When Yang Ling heard that the Inspectorate had accused the Cabinet, his heart was filled with amazement. After working in the Imperial Court for so long, he had long understood that the so-called Imperial Censors were only low-paid officials. How could they be detached from the world and form an independent body? They were basically the mouthpiece and propaganda tool of the Cabinet. Nowadays, the Three Ministers and Six Ministries had no cliques or factions. They were like one body. Would their vanguard impeach their own civil officials?
Just as Yang Ling was feeling surprised, he heard the Imperial Censors behind him slap him on the left and stick on the right. He suddenly realized that they were using the Maze Fist to protect the cabinet and Wang Qiong.
Emperor Zhengde heard this and frowned in disgust. He said, "Investigate in detail, investigate in detail, investigate in detail … I allowed them to get wind of the matter and really make groundless accusations. This case has already been presented to me by Grand Secretary Li. The cause of the case is clear and the criminals have already been dealt with. Why would there be so much trouble?
What Three Ministers and Six Ministries all coming to the Warden's Office? They're like a swarm of bees, protecting this today and saving that tomorrow. They're even busier than the Water Dragon Bureau. If I have to deal with such a small matter, then the Cabinet won't be able to keep anyone. Isn't the main culprit already dead? Then it's all settled. This matter is closed. There's no need to mention it again. You may leave! "
The Imperial Censor was a yes-man. He bowed his head and retreated. As soon as he left the hall, the corners of his mouth lifted in an unconcealable smile. Emperor Zhengde waited for him to leave before letting out a long sigh. He stood up and shook his head at Yang Ling. He said, "Raising this bunch of idlers all day long, they only know how to stir up trouble and wish for the world to be in chaos. They really annoy me to death!"
"Come, let's go to the Imperial Garden to take a look. Liu Jin gave us a good idea. When we set off the fireworks tomorrow night, we'll send some soldiers to flick a bundle of silk into the sky. It'll flutter down. That'll be fun. We've asked people to prepare a lot of colorful silk. You can go take a look."
When Yang Ling heard this, he jumped in fright. When the sky was filled with fireworks and then flick thousands of pieces of silk into the air, it would be hard not to catch fire. Even if the palace wasn't set on fire, when the civil and military officials impeached him, he would have to bear some of the blame. Moreover, to tear precious silk into strips just to play with it, even the royal family couldn't be so extravagant.
Yang Ling hurriedly said, "Your Majesty, this absolutely cannot be done. Thousands of silk strips flying into the sky and colliding with the fireworks is too dangerous. Why don't … why don't we have people prepare some gold and silver foil, cut them into pieces and shoot them into the sky. The sky will be filled with gold and silver, and under the fireworks, it'll look like stars. It's both safe and beautiful, much better than silk."
When Zhengde heard this, he happily said, "Not bad, that's a good idea. Ma Yongcheng, quickly tell them not to prepare silk, but to use gold and silver foil instead." Ma Yongcheng was in charge of the palace treasury. He was distressed that Liu Jin's rotten idea would cost a large sum of money. When he heard that Yang Ling's idea wouldn't cost much money, he couldn't help but be overjoyed. He hurriedly complied and hurriedly ran away.
When Yang Ling came to the palace to see Zhengde, he was actually a little curious. He didn't know what it was like for this dissolute Son of Heaven in history to have his first taste of love. Moreover, in two days, he consecutively had eight women. What kind of change would there be? But now that he saw him, he didn't seem to be any different than usual. He was still talking enthusiastically about having fun. He couldn't help but feel a little strange.
As he walked, he suddenly found that Zhengde's gait today was a little strange. His steps were small, and his two legs were tightly clamped together. When he walked, he swayed a little like a woman. Yang Ling found it funny and couldn't help but ask, "Your Majesty's wedding is at hand, is there any discomfort in your body?"
Hearing this, Zhengde's face reddened. His expression was a little unnatural as he said, "No … what discomfort? Aren't I fine? "Although his mouth said this, his footsteps hesitated. He looked deeply worried and full of thoughts.
After a while, he suddenly said to Gu Daeyong, "Minister, I have something to discuss with Yang. You go to the Imperial Garden and wait for me."
When Gu Daeyong had gone far away, Zhengde stopped walking. He looked left and right and hesitantly said to Yang Ling, "Yang Ling, zhen has great trust in you. Now I have something to ask you. You just need to listen carefully. You must not mention it to anyone."
Yang Ling saw his serious expression and quickly said, "Yes, this subject will obey the imperial edict. What Your Majesty has said, this subject will not mention it to anyone. What does Your Majesty want to say?"
Zhengde coughed dryly and awkwardly said, "Zhen … zhen is getting married tomorrow. This … this … these two days zhen also learned about the etiquette between husband and wife and the important matters of human relations. Ah … this matter between a man and a woman is not as interesting as the circus. As expected … as expected, there are some wonderful things, but …"
As he said this, his eyes suddenly widened. His face reddened as he said, "What zhen is saying to you, are all zhen's heartfelt words. zhen will only say them to you. You must not say them to anyone else, otherwise … otherwise zhen will not forgive you!"
Yang Ling was baffled and swore for a long time. Only then did Zhengde shyly say in a small voice with a red face, "The night before yesterday, four palace maids entered the Imperial Garden. Zhen … zhen was indescribably beautiful at first, but later … later it was really very boring. When it came to the third woman, zhen felt it was extremely boring. I just wanted it to end quickly, but I was afraid of being laughed at by others. Ai! How could there be any happiness to speak of? Yang, you are a married person. Zhen wants to ask you, is it because zhen … zhen is still young, so zhen is so incompetent? "
Yang Ling almost bit his tongue. He stammered, "Your Majesty, the four women entered are only because they … they don't understand the matters between a man and a woman. They can take care of Your Majesty. There is no rule that Your Majesty must have sex with all of them in one night. Even if … even if it's a strong man, he can't even take a rest. Could it be … could it be that the Imperial Garden did not summon them on time?"
To serve four beauties in one night, Yang Ling also felt it was strange that the Imperial Garden wanted to squeeze the Emperor dry. So he asked the Honglu Official of the Ministry of Rites. He knew that the four women were only sent to serve the Emperor. After all, whichever beauty the Emperor liked, the one chosen by the officials might not be to his liking. The four beauties each had their own characteristics. If the Emperor liked one, the others would be responsible for serving him on the side.
Now that he heard that the little Emperor was young and inexperienced, he guessed that he had been teased by those amorous beauties. He actually clenched his teeth and drenched himself in rain and dew. In one night, he opened four buds. In two nights, he had enjoyed all eight beauties. This kind of physical strength and spirit was really amazing.
Zhengde's eyes widened as he listened. He said, "If it's not, then why did he send them into the Palace? The Imperial Garden is currently managed by Wei Bin. He only waited outside and did not summon zhen at all. It was last night … last night zhen was in great pain and could only summon him loudly. Only then did he rush in and carry the four women away. This hateful murderer! "
Yang Ling didn't know whether to laugh or cry. This ignorant and incompetent Wei Bin had asked Zhengde for the good job of the Imperial Garden Manager. Presumably, seeing that the little Emperor was silent in the room, he thought that the little Emperor was reluctant to part with women. In order to curry favor with the Emperor, he did not summon the palace maids on time.
Although the little Emperor was young, a man's self-esteem was not small. If those pretty female officials only had a good appearance, they would not have gotten this good job. Each of their mouths were as sweet as honey. As long as they flattered them with flowery words, how could the ignorant little Emperor of Zhengde not do his best for a man's face?
Zhengde said in annoyance, "How would zhen know the reason? I was afraid that others would make fun of me. Last night … Last night, I only had three women. When zhen woke up in the morning, I felt ashamed to see anyone. This damned Wei Bin!"
He paused and then said with embarrassment, "Zhen there … there is a bit of red and swollen now. It itches. I want to rub it when I walk to feel better. Zhen is afraid and embarrassed to call the imperial doctor to treat it. This … will it be okay?"
How did the current Zhengde look like an Emperor? He was simply a young man who had just learned about sexual matters and was restlessly asking for advice from someone who had experienced it. These eight selected female officials had been checked inside and out countless times. It was impossible for them to have any hidden diseases. As soon as Yang Ling heard this, he guessed that Zhengde's first period of menstruation was very frequent. Because of the excessive friction, his foreskin was swollen.
How pitiful. The jade bodies of four beautiful virgins were laid out in front of him. How many people couldn't even dream of such a wonderful thing had unexpectedly become a nightmare for Emperor Zhengde? Although Yang Ling felt that this matter was truly hilarious, how could he dare to reveal a smile? It would be strange if the angry Emperor Zhengde didn't go crazy when he saw this.
He rubbed his nose and stammered, "Uh … Your Majesty, please be at ease. It's just a small matter, don't take it to heart. If Your Majesty doesn't want to call the imperial doctor, then … then get some salt water to clean it and rest for two days. "
Hearing this, Zhengde let out a sigh of relief and happily said, "Zhen has been worried all day. Quickly, let's immediately return to the Eastern Warm Pavilion. Right now, zhen can't even walk properly. Ai! What Grand Tutor Xie said is right, femme fatale! "
Yang Ling was pulled back to the Eastern Warm Pavilion by Zhengde. He sent a little eunuch to the Imperial Kitchen to ask for some salt, and then he used a golden basin to fill it with clear water. Immediately after, several baffled little eunuchs were driven out of the Palace Hall, nobody was allowed to take another step inside.
Yang Ling poured the salt into the warm water and stirred it for half a day. Before the salt had completely melted, Emperor Zhengde rolled up his sleeves and impatiently ran into the Eastern Warm Pavilion with the basin in his hand.
The unreachable, remote and aloof imperial family, once that layer of sacred and mysterious veil was pierced, what difference was there between them and the common people's families? Weren't they still living and breathing people?
'Bang!' the Palace Hall's door was closed. The Shenji Battalion's General Staff, the Commander of the Imperial Bodyguards, and the Supervisor of the West Factory, Great General Yang, stood outside the Palace Hall's door. He stood there for a while, and then he suddenly broke into laughter: tomorrow night Zhengde was going to get married. These past two days he had suffered a lot, he didn't know what kind of scene it would be on the wedding night.
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