It was said that Liu Yuan left Cai Yan and went all the way to Marquis Zhang Rang's residence. In his heart, he was still thinking about the graceful figure of Cai Yan, who was twelve or thirteen years old, and gradually became somewhat absent-minded. In history, Cai Yan first married a short-lived Wei Zhongdao, who had a phthisis, then was snatched away by the Xiongnu as his wife. In the end, he was saved by Cao Cao. He lived half of his life in misery and loneliness, making people feel pity for him.
Liu Yuan sighed and looked up, but he had already arrived.
He got off the cow's back and tied it to the stone lion beside the door. He walked closer and cupped his fists at the guard."This little brother will pass on a message for me, saying that Liu Yuan, a relative of the Han clan, pays his respects to Marquis Zhang.”After saying that, Liu Yuan took out two gold cakes from his pocket and gave them to the two guards.
The guard had a smug expression on his face earlier, but as soon as he received the gold, he immediately changed his color and bowed. He immediately sent someone to report.
Zhang Rang was admiring the treasures in the manor. Looking at the jade and calligraphy paintings that filled the room, his face was all smiles. At this moment, there was a knock on the door, interrupting his fantasies of owning all the treasures in the world. He couldn't help but be a little angry and shouted,"What's the matter?"
"Reporting to Lord Marquis, a relative of the Han clan has arrived outside the manor and wishes to pay his respects to Lord Marquis.”The guard outside the door said.
"No!" Zhang Rang was in a bad mood, so he didn't care about his reputation. Just as he was about to continue playing with the treasures, he suddenly remembered that every time someone visited him, they would offer him valuable goods. Now that he rejected this person outside the door, wasn't he making things difficult for him? "Wait a moment," he shouted,"take him to the side hall and let him wait."”
Liu Yuan waited outside the door for about ten minutes before a servant came to lead him into a side hall. He served him a bowl of tea and asked him to wait.
He opened the lid of the tea bowl and was about to take a sip when he realized that it was sticky. It turned out that the tea leaves from the late Han Dynasty had actually been crushed into powder, as if they had been soaked into soup to eat. Liu Yuan put down his teacup gloomily and calmed himself down, preparing for a long battle.
According to Liu Yuan's understanding, this Zhang Rang had monstrous power, but he was not a magnanimous person. Moreover, his personality was a little perverted. He was overly arrogant and looked down on anyone other than the Emperor. Therefore, Liu Yuan knew that he would have to wait here for a few hours before he could see the person.
For six hours, Liu Yuan sat quietly on his knees, closing his eyes and pretending to sleep. He didn't even move his fingers. Suddenly, the door creaked and Liu Yuan stood up. He bowed to the person who walked in and shouted,""Liu Yuan greets Lord Marquis!"
Raising his head, he saw Zhang Rang's feminine and handsome face. No wonder the emperor was so close.
Zhang Rang glanced at Liu Yuan and walked past him. After he sat down at the main seat, he said slowly,"I heard that you are a relative of the Han clan. Hiss, since you are a relative, why did you come to my small temple?”
Liu Yuan bowed again and smiled." Lord Marquis, you're being modest. Who in the Great Han doesn't know that you're the favorite of the Emperor and the pillar of the Great Han? This time, Yuan had a request from the Marquis, so he paid his respects.”
Upon hearing Liu Yuan's compliment, a smug smile flashed across Zhang Rang's calm and feminine face.""You flatter me, hehe…I wonder if Young Master Liu has come…"
Liu Yuan took a step forward and took out a round pearl the size of an egg from his pocket. Suddenly, the entire dark side hall was illuminated and lit up. Zhang Rang suddenly stood up and grabbed the treasure. He shouted excitedly,"Night-Luminescent Pearls, Night-Luminescent Pearls, real Night-Luminescent Pearls!”
Liu Yuan looked at Zhang Rang with a smile and did not say anything to disturb him.
It was not until the time it took to brew a cup of tea that Zhang Rang finally returned. He looked at Liu Yuan kindly and said,"I am very satisfied with Young Master Liu's gift. I wonder..."
Liu Yuan smiled." Although I'm a relative of the Han clan, my family has been in decline for a long time. I'm presenting this treasure to you in hopes that you can promote me and fulfill my father's last wish to revive the family."”"Secondly, I beg the Marquis to pull strings and help me return to the Imperial Clan."”
Zhang Rang pretended to be in a difficult position.
Liu Yuan secretly thought that the eunuch was insatiable, but he complimented,"Lord Marquis 'hands and eyes are all over the sky. How can a small matter be difficult for Lord Marquis?”
Seeing that Zhang Rang didn't answer, Liu Yuan continued,""To tell the Lord Marquis the truth, my family has two luminous pearls. One is for the Lord Marquis, and the other is for His Majesty. However, as long as Lord Marquis helps me with this small favor, there will be tribute every year.”
When Zhang Rang heard that the man in front of him still had treasures, his greed suddenly soared. He was about to ask for them, but then he thought about it. He had to pay more than half of the money he had obtained from selling his official position to the Emperor. Even if he got two, he could not avoid giving one to the Emperor. In the end, he only had one. It was better to give face to Liu Yuan now. In the future, it would be best to have a constant source of income.
"Yes, Young Master Liu is loyal to His Majesty and is a role model for officials. How can I not follow his wishes? Young Master Liu will go home and wait for the imperial edict to summon him. However, does Young Master Liu have any thoughts about this official position?”
"Thank you for your understanding, Lord Marquis." Liu Yuan heaved a sigh of relief." When I was young, I heard of Wei Huo's feats. I'm willing to guard the northern border for the Great Han!"”
Zhang Rang also heaved a sigh of relief. He was afraid that Liu Yuan would demand an exorbitant price and ask for important positions in the Central Plains. Now that he heard that Liu Yuan was willing to go to that bitter and cold place, Zhang Rang naturally would not stop him. He immediately said,"Young Master Liu is so righteous, I admire you! I'll enter the palace to talk to you. When you go home, don't be impatient and wait patiently.”He had the intention to chase him away.
Liu Yuan didn't want to stay any longer, so he clasped hands and bowed deeply. After informing them of his residence, he left the manor and headed straight for the inn.
For the next few days, Liu Yuan had nothing to do. He led Guo and Chen to tour the scenic spots and wander around Luoyang in order to reconcile the grievances of the two and improve their relationship.
After a few days, the three of them had more conversations. After all, Liu Yuan came from a world thousands of years later. Although his knowledge was not as profound as the two of them, he was knowledgeable and had a broad vision. He often made a witty remark that would make Guo and Chen suddenly realize. Now, the two of them no longer dared to look down on Liu Yuan. They only thought that he was knowledgeable and talented. Although he could not immediately become their lord, he was more than enough to make friends.
After breakfast, he was about to go out for a stroll when he heard a commotion outside. When he went out to take a look, he saw a eunuch announcing an edict.
The eunuch opened his mouth and said in a croaky voice,""Is Liu Yuan here?"
When Liu Yuan saw this person, he knew that the business he had asked Zhang Rang to do was done. He immediately pushed aside the crowd and stepped forward, cupping his hands."Liu Yuan is here."
"Yes." The eunuch nodded and said loudly,"Liu Yuan, accept the edict!"”
"This commoner receives the decree." Liu Yuan bowed down.
"The emperor has ordered Liu Yuan to immediately come to the palace to see you!”
"This commoner receives the decree to thank you!"
Liu Yuan took the imperial edict and took out two gold cakes from his pocket. He secretly gave them to the eunuch, making him smile."Eunuch, please wait a moment. I will return to my room to prepare.”
"Go quickly."
Liu Yuan returned to his room, washed up, and took out the ancient genealogy. Looking at the surprised Guo and Chen, he instructed Dian Wei,"Old Dian, I will leave immediately. Please help me look after the two gentlemen.”With that said, he left the door and headed to the palace with the eunuch who had delivered the decree.
After a strict inspection, Liu Yuan entered the Imperial City and waited with the eunuchs in front of Weiyang Palace's Hall of Proclamation.
After a while, the eunuch's feminine voice came from inside,""Liu Yuan is here!"
Liu Yuan raised his head, holding the bamboo slips, and strode into the Hall of Proclamation with his head held high. He bowed and said,"I, Liu Yuan, pay my respects to the Son of Heaven. Long live Your Majesty!”
" Liu Qing, please rise." The Spirit Monarch Liu Hong's lazy voice reached Liu Yuan's ears and was almost inaudible. Liu Yuan was smart and stood up immediately. He held the bamboo scroll in his right hand and took out a dazzling pearl from his chest with his left hand.
"Liu Yuan was originally a member of the imperial clan, but his family has declined. He has never made any contributions to the Great Han Dynasty or Your Majesty.”
Liu Hong, who had been lazily lying on the dragon throne, immediately perked up. He stared at the pearl in Liu Yuan's hand without blinking and hurriedly shouted,"Hurry, hurry up and hand it over. And that family tree!”
Zhang Rang, who was standing beside the Spirit Monarch, quickly walked down the steps and took the two items from Liu Yuan before returning to the Spirit Monarch's side.
The Spirit Monarch smacked his lips and carefully held the Night-Luminescent Pearl with a greedy look. After a long time, he came back to his senses and opened Liu Yuan's genealogy. He looked at it and shouted,"I didn't expect you to be the direct descendant of Emperor Xiaowu! God has eyes, let you return to the imperial clan, my heart is very comforted.”
With that, the Spirit Emperor put down the bamboo slips and said to Zhang Rang,""Draw up a decree to have the Imperial Clan Court include Liu Yuan in the Imperial Clan and bestow him with the first estate. In addition, make him the Marquis of Yuyang and the Governor of Yuyang to guard the northern border for the Great Han.”
"Wait!"
Just as Liu Yuan was about to express his gratitude, a discordant voice suddenly came from the officials standing on both sides. Liu Yuan looked up and saw an old man with a white beard. He couldn't help but feel hatred in his heart.
Grand Tutor Yuan, what do you mean?" The Spirit Monarch was unhappy when he saw that someone was opposing him. His tone was a little stiff.
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