The two things that Dai Zhou mentioned were actually the same thing.
As Li Er's son, Li You had been conferred the title of King of Yan. Above that, there would only be the crown prince and the emperor. It was impossible to add titles.
Reward money?
There was little meaning in giving less, and Li Er couldn't take out more from the palace treasury.
The most effective reward was marriage!
When Li You said that he had kidnapped Wei Yuechan for the sake of the Great Tang Bank, everyone was skeptical.
But no matter what, with Wei Yuechan's looks and intelligence, it was impossible for any man not to be tempted.
Why not go with the flow?
Li Er immediately understood and said,"Minister Dai is right." How about this, pass on my decree, Yan King Li You has made meritorious suggestions, changed to King of Qi, increased food city 300 households.”
From the King of Yan to the King of Qi, it was just a little better in name. Qi was bigger than Yan, and the King of Qi was more awe-inspiring. In fact, it did not have any practical significance.
Increasing the number of food cities by 300 households could increase the annual salary by about 2,000 to 3,000 strings, which was better than nothing.
Li Er then looked at Wei Ting and said,"The Great Tang Bank project is related to the country. Please do your best."
However, your daughter has not married yet, and after spending so much time with King Qi alone, it is inevitable that some rumors will arise. Zhen is very worried!”
What did he mean by having been with King Qi for a long time and causing rumors?
Now, it was already the talk of the town!
Moreover, it wouldn't be long before the news spread throughout the world!
Alright, because Li Youqiang kidnapped my daughter, the Prime Minister Sun Wuji, the King of Yue Li Tai, the King of Shu Li Ke, and the fierce generals Xue Wanjun and Xue Wanche were killed!
Could this matter be hidden from the world?
If I don't handle this well, my daughter's reputation will be on par with Daji and Baosi in ancient times!
Wei Ting's face was full of bitterness as he slightly bowed and said: "Your Majesty, please seek justice for my daughter!"
Li Erman said,"I have the intention to appoint Wei Yuechan as the princess consort of Qi. What do you think, Minister Wei?"”
He felt that he had let Wei Ting down and said: "Right! This marriage is a matter of three matchmakers and six betrothal gifts. I wonder which beloved minister is willing to be the matchmaker?”
"This humble subject is untalented, but I am willing to be this ice man!”Since the Minister of Revenue, Dai Zhou, had high hopes for Li You, he naturally would not let go of this opportunity.
"This lowly subject also wants to enjoy the joy." Fang Xuanling quickly spoke when he saw Li Er looking at him.
Once Zhangsun Wuji fell from power, he would be the head of the prime ministers.
In order to give face to Wei Ting, Li Er hoped that Fang Xuanling would be the matchmaker. How could Fang Xuanling dare to disobey?
"Count me in!" Du Ruhui added.”
Li Er had bestowed a marriage, and two prime ministers and a minister were matchmakers. What kind of glory was this? Would Wei Ting be able to reject him?
Even though he had some opinions about Li You forcing himself on him, Wei Ting also knew that this was the best solution to this matter.
Moreover, thinking about it carefully, Li Youwen was able to propose the plan for the Great Tang Bank. He had the courage of a tyrant, and his benevolence was able to obtain the recognition of the Zhanlu Divine Sword. He might not be unworthy of his daughter!
Wei Ting said,"My daughter is a pretty girl. To be able to be married by His Majesty and serve King Qi, how fortunate!"”
Marriage these days was all about the parents 'orders and matchmaking.
The moment Wei Ting relented, this marriage was considered to be settled.
The number one beauty of Chang 'an, the Goddess of Wealth, Wei Yuechan, was taken!
"Congratulations, Your Majesty, on getting a good daughter-in-law!"
"Congratulations, Your Highness King Qi, for being a good match. A match made in heaven!
"Congratulations, Vice Minister Wei, for getting a good son-in-law!”
"King Qi Qiansui, although this old man didn't do much as a matchmaker, you can't give me too little as a gift!”
……
The ministers congratulated him one after another, and the scene was filled with laughter.
When Crown Prince Li Chengqian saw this, his eyes were practically spewing fire.
Why? Now, all of you want to suck up to Li You?
Don't forget, he wasn't the Crown Prince yet!
Hmph, Li You, Fifth Brother!
Not only did you pose a threat to this prince's position, but you also stole my beloved woman.
Li You could not care less about Crown Prince Li Chengqian's thoughts. He was currently fretting.
Of course, it was good for him to be the final offering in the sacrificial ceremony.
However, what should he do? He didn't understand the ritual of worshipping the heavens in this era.
Fortunately, the matter of offering sacrifices to the heavens was very important. Chu Suiliang, the assistant minister of the Ministry of Rites, was afraid that Li You might make some mistakes due to his young age, so he whispered to him the specific etiquette of the final offering.
After a while, the auspicious time arrived. The ministers and Li Er brought the honor guard of worshipping heaven out of Mingde Gate in Chang 'an and arrived at Huanqiu in the southern suburbs.
Since the Han Dynasty, the Huan Qiu Altar was where the emperor worshiped the heavens.
It turned out that the entire altar was divided into three layers, each layer eight feet and one inch, symbolizing nine to one. In the Great Tang era, another layer was added, making it a total of four layers.
The four-story altar was a hundred feet tall, and it was a magnificent sight. In Chang 'an, nearly 1,000 officials gathered here to hold a ceremony to worship Haotian.
After a series of complicated etiquette, it was time for the main event, which was to offer gifts to the heavens.
The first person to present a gift was Li Er. It was for the first time. After he finished reciting the funeral rites, he presented the jade and silk to God Haotian and the gods.
The second person to present a gift was Crown Prince Li Chengqian, it was for Ya Xian. After he finished reciting the funeral rites, he offered pigs, cattle, and sheep to God Haotian and the gods.
The last person was King Qi Li You, who was going to make the final offering. He was going to read the funeral rites and offer good wine to Haotian and the other gods.
After the three offerings, the entire sacrificial ceremony was basically completed.
"Hmm?"
Li You opened the funeral oration and was about to read it when he was slightly stunned.
Because, the jute paper that was previously filled with densely packed funeral rites was now completely empty.
Is…someone playing tricks on this king?
Li You looked at Zhangsun Wuji suspiciously.
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