In fact, deep in Chen Tong's heart, he did not oppose this political marriage.
Even in the later generations where freedom of marriage was advocated, there was still no such thing as an absolute freedom of marriage.
When they were in love, they didn't think much of it. When it came to marriage, cars, houses, betrothal gifts, and household registration, which one could be less?
Missing something?
I'm sorry, the two of you are not suitable.
If this was the case in the later generations, what more the end of the Han Dynasty 1,800 years ago?
Speaking of which, he was still considered to be of a higher social status. Only Cao Cao thought highly of him. If it was anyone else, who would be willing to marry a noble daughter of the residence to a commoner who had yet to make a name for himself? It was simply like a fantasy.
"Ah Jin, let me make it clear to you first. I'm not from a noble family, nor do I have any family background. I'm indebted to my elder brother for not abandoning me and bringing me by his side to become a brother of the opposite sex. The current me can't give you any promises. Even so, do you still think I'm a good match?”
"Humph! What kind of person do you take me, Cao Jin, as? Since I have fallen in love with you, I will not covet worldly possessions. You are a noble, a high official, and I will be in charge of the peace of the back house for you. You are a peddler and a servant, and I will often accompany you and eat with you.”
Cao Jin was determined and stubborn, but this was who she was.
Perhaps it was because he had caught a glimpse of Chen Tong's face back then.
Perhaps it was because this seemingly bright and beautiful youth always had a faint trace of loneliness in his eyes.
After all, he was the man she had set her mind on. Even if he ended up bleeding, she would not say the word 'regret'.
"Good!"
Chen Tong gently held Cao Jin's hand, his gaze unprecedentedly firm."You can wait for me in Chen Liu. When we return from the battlefield, on the day we are conferred the title of marquis, we will carry eight large palanquins to welcome you.”
Cao Jin's face turned red from the burning gaze. He turned his head and muttered softly,"Idiot, don't freeze outside. Go inside and read a book first. I'll prepare a dinner party for you.”
Chimney smoke rises faintly,
The simple dishes gave off an unprecedented warmth.
..........
When the first day of the month is over,
Old Master Cao personally crowned Chen Tong with the word 'Zi Jin', which was taken from the meaning of forging ahead with determination and not avoiding danger.
The people watching the ceremony, including Zhang Miao, were all influential and powerful gentry of Chenliu.
Not only that, after the coronation ceremony, under the witness of all the guests, Cao Cao actually pulled Chen Tong under a pine and cypress tree and cut off the chicken's head, burning yellow paper, and offering it to heaven and earth.
"Big brother, why are there so many people watching? I'm a little embarrassed.”
Cutting off the chicken head and burning yellow paper was to make a poison oath.
Looking at this formation, it was obvious that they were going to formally become sworn brothers.
Once the ceremony was completed, in an instant, Chen Tong would change from being Cao Cao's sworn brother to a brother recognized by the world.
Cao Cao threw the burning yellow paper into the wine bowl and shouted,""Brother, are you looking down on me and unwilling to be my brother?”
"How can that be?"
Cao Cao ignored him and waited for the invited master to finish reading their eight characters and arrange the offerings. He waved at Chen Tong and said,"Then what are you still standing there for? Come and kneel down."”
Previously, Chen Tong could indeed feel that Boss Cao was sincere to him, but Cao Cao had never learned from Big Ear Liu and really swore to be sworn brothers.
In other words, once this ceremony was completed, the Cao Clan's children would have to respectfully address him as 'Second Uncle' when they saw him in the future.
It was quite satisfying just thinking about it.
At the right time, the servant handed them three incense sticks.
Cao Cao did not hesitate and bowed,""The heavens and earth bear witness, today I, Cao Cao!”
"I'm Chen Tong."
"Become brothers of the opposite sex! From now on, we will share weal and woe, share joys and sorrows, live and die together, and work together for the great cause! Those who violate this oath will be punished by both men and gods!"
Cao Cao's EQ was high. He would not say anything disgusting like he did not want to live together but wanted to die together.
Of course, even if he said it, Chen Tong would not feel disgusted.
Throughout the ages, there were many people who had sworn to be brothers, but no one had ever seen a living person being buried with the dead. To truly live and die together was just a verbal form.
The ceremonial officer wrote down the Golden Orchid Book, and the two men signed their names. The ceremony was completed.
Cao Cao laughed heartily and patted Chen Tong's shoulders.""Second brother."
Chen Tong cupped his fists and bowed 90 degrees.”
At the same time,
Cao Cao finally felt relieved.
Chen Tong felt the pressure of becoming sworn brothers with Cao Cao because he knew that Cao Cao would definitely become the ruler of the Nine States in the north. And he was just a grassroots without a foundation.
In reality, Cao Cao himself did not know the direction of history.
Cao Cao was the descendant of a wealthy family in the eyes of ordinary people. It was true that the descendants of eunuchs were not welcomed.
If he didn't stab Dong with a knife, how many people in the world would know who he was today?
How much more noble could he be compared to Chen Tong?
Moreover, the army against Dong is imminent, the future is uncertain, life and death are uncertain.
He urgently needed to tie Chen Tong firmly to his warship.
Otherwise,
This kid's light was too dazzling. In the future, he would definitely become the target of all parties fighting to rope him in.
Only with wealth and beauty? It was simply a fool's dream.
If they really wanted to compete with these external items, Cao Cao had no way of competing.
Dong Zhuo of Western Liang could easily confer high positions and high salaries, and the Marquis of Ten Thousand Families was just a matter of a word from him.
Yuan Shao of Bohai Sea had three princes for four generations, and his good reputation spread all over the world. By his side, becoming famous was almost certain.
Fortunately, he and Chen Tong met in the small world, and their friendship was similar. Only with money, beauty and righteousness can we last for a long time.
"Second Brother, how do you feel after spending time with Ah Jin these days?”
"Big brother, don't tease me."
"Wine, I won't treat you to a drink today.”Cao Cao's eyes gradually widened." Yuan Shao of the Bohai Sea has raised the banner of righteousness and called on all the vassals to attack Dong. The letter has arrived in Chenliu. Tomorrow, we will lead the army to the Wild Jujube Meeting. Today, you should bid farewell to Ah Jin properly.”
"Understood."
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