Knowing that today was the great court meeting, Xiao Boqian would definitely no longer be next door at this time, and Wei Hanzhang was not in a hurry to leave, but stayed to sort out the accounts with Jiang and discuss the guests to be invited. The hairpin banquet held in the name of the second wife was not a lively event. In addition, she was Gu Yunran's ex-fiancée, and it was obvious that she had offended Qi Yuxiao. Therefore, many people who were not close to each other were wary. Princess Changle may not be willing to come due to the views of Duke Anguo. In this case, I'm afraid only the closer in-laws will come to congratulate you with gifts. All the married girls of the Wei family who are in the capital are included in the invitation, as well as several handkerchiefs that Wei Hanzhang met after returning to the capital. Regardless of whether they come or not, they still have to send a copy of the invitation. The others are friends of Wei Heng and Jiang. "Originally, I regretted that I couldn't organize a grand wedding banquet for my son, but now I think it's better," Jiang said with a smile: "As the saying goes, 'A friend in need is a friend indeed', and now you are in need as well. For this hairpin banquet, please be careful, Ran Ran, those who can be invited are the ones who make friends with sincerity. " Wei Hanzhang nodded slightly, "I can spare it." The handkerchiefs she made when she came to Beijing, as well as the aunts and cousins who got married in the Wei family, no matter how warm they were when they met, they were not as willing to come to congratulate her and give her hair extensions after her engagement was annulled. …………
Wei Heng's official position is the admonishment official of Zhongshu Province. He is ranked in the fifth rank and is an admonishment official. If the emperor's moral conduct is inappropriate, he is responsible for admonishing and admonishing. This is an official position that can be famous throughout the ages if you are not careful. But in fact, His Majesty has not been in court for many years. Since His Majesty the Crown Prince has been in charge of the country, he has been generous and kind to his ministers, implemented benevolent policies for the people, and implemented all the policies that are beneficial to the people's livelihood. image. Except for the sons and ministers who have to worry about it, the prince's virtue is good and there is no need for officials to advise or give advice. Moreover, Wei Heng's official position is humble, and there are more than a dozen people who hold the position of admonishment doctor. They can only participate in the imperial meeting every half a decade.
Among the civil and military officials of the Manchu Dynasty, he was indeed a marginal figure with neither real power nor reputation. But this marginal figure was left behind by the chamberlain after the dynasty dispersed. Ning Hai bowed slightly and said with a smile: "Master Wei, Your Highness invites you." Wei Heng looked at his father and brothers on the left and right, and said in surprise: "Dad, are you calling me?" Ning Hai nodded and said: "There will be no mistake. His Highness invites you to meet." "What are you doing standing still?" Wei Ping said at the side, "His Highness is summoned, why don't you go quickly?" "Please, sir," Ning Hai extended his hand to guide the way and said, "Don't keep your highness waiting." Wei Heng nodded anxiously to his father and brother and followed Ning Hai. Wei Ping's eldest son, Wei Huan, and his sixth son, Wei Huai, were left behind. The father and son stood there in silence for a long time. Thinking that His Highness personally visited the Zhongyong Hou Mansion yesterday, obviously intending to promote their Wei family, he summoned Wei Heng to go there today... The Crown Prince Wei Huan said quietly: "I don't know when my second brother fell into His Highness' eyes." ……………… Xiao Junzhan was sitting in front of the imperial case, reviewing memorials, when Ning Hai quietly walked into the hall and said softly: "Your Highness, Lord Wei is waiting outside." "Inform him to come in," Xiao Junzhan made a movement in his hand, and then said: "Serve tea." Ning Hai accepted the promise and left. After a while, Wei Heng walked into the palace and bowed and saluted: "Your Highness, peace be with you." "Forgive me," Xiao Junzhan only read half of the memorial in his hand, but did not put it down. He raised the imperial pen in his hand and lightly He clicked on a seat on one side and said, "Take a seat first." After Wei Heng thanked him, he took his seat in response, sitting only on half of his buttocks, very reservedly.
The hall was extremely quiet, except for the majesty that unconsciously emanated from the man in front of the palace, so that no one dared to breathe too loudly. Ning Hai came in with tea and there were more people in the hall, so Wei Heng felt a little more at ease. Xiao Junzhan's eyes stayed on the memorial in his hand. For a long time, he moved his wrist slightly, and after commenting on a few words, he raised his head. Looking at his future father-in-law, who had no resemblance to his Ran Ran, the expression on Xiao Junzhan's face softened. "I remember that Wei Qing was sent away for several years, and either of his parents served as an official, and he had quite a lot of political achievements. Is this possible?" Wei Heng stood up, bowed and said in shame: "For your highness to remember my meager achievements, it really makes me feel ashamed." "You don't have to be too modest. Yesterday, I transferred the files from the Ministry of Civil Affairs and read through them. I know how many achievements I have made." Xiao Junzhan smiled lightly and said directly, "I want to transfer you to the Ministry of Civil Affairs as a minister. What do you think of Wei Qing's wishes?" ?” On the way here, Wei Heng thought about the various reasons why he was personally summoned by His Highness, and promotion was naturally one of them, but he never expected that it would be this official position. The Minister of Civil Affairs is an official of the fourth rank. He is responsible for the assessment and appointment of officials from various places and even in the capital. It is a real official position with real power. Compared with the fifth rank of the Admonishment Officer, although he has only been promoted to one rank, it is not the same. Wei Heng was surprised and confused in his heart, and his reaction on his face was not slow. He said respectfully: "Thank you, Your Highness. I will definitely live up to Your Highness's important responsibilities." Xiao Junzhan nodded and said: "Don't worry about Wei Qing's ability. I just hope that you will have a good experience in the Ministry of Civil Affairs for a few years. When Xie Feng retires, I will point to you as the successor to the position of Minister." Wei Heng was so shocked by these words that could be called a 'promise' that he couldn't help but raise his head. He happened to meet Xiao Junzhan's drooped eyelids. He lowered his head in fear and responded: "I obey the order!" "There is no need to be so polite," Xiao Junzhan exclaimed, and then said calmly: "However, although state affairs are important, family affairs cannot be neglected. I hope that while Wei Qing is busy with state affairs, he will not neglect family affairs. Don't be lonely. good." "Wei Chen doesn't dare!" He said he didn't dare, but Wei Heng became even more confused after hearing this. Even if he is promoted, he is only a small fourth-rank official. As for the position of Minister of the Ministry of Personnel, he still doesn't know how to wait until the Year of the Monkey. How can his family affairs... cause His Highness trouble? Xiao Junzhan didn't have his sweetheart's permission, so he naturally wouldn't answer his questions. He just picked up the tea cup on the table and said, "In that case, please step aside." After the confused Wei Heng left, Ning Hai in the corner said softly: "Your Highness, Marquis Yongchang and his son are still kneeling at the gate of the palace." Xiao Junzhan did not respond, but asked: "Tell me, does he understand what Gu means?" ...How can he judge. Ning Hai was in a dilemma, and said: "This... it's hard for me to say this, slave. However, Lord Wei has gained face with you, so I believe that Marquis Zhongyong will pay more attention to his son's opinion." Xiao Junzhan thought the same way. He nodded slightly, put down the last note and stood up, saying calmly: "It is passed down by an orphan that Yongchang Hou's godson will be fined for one year and his son will not be allowed to enter the official position within five years." "Prepare the meal and leave the palace in the afternoon." Ning Hai bowed and agreed, and there was no need to ask where he was going when he left the palace.