Early the next morning, horse-drawn carriages carrying grain and medicinal herbs drove into Peicheng one after another, and there were twenty of them.

Liu Che'er and Hua Xia Shan were also already well, and they went out to greet each other in person.

One of the leaders of the delivery team jumped out of the carriage and reported to Liu Che'er: "See Lord Wang, there are fifteen carriages full of grain and five carriages filled with cloth and medicinal herbs. Please accept it. ”

Liu Che'er was stunned and asked, "I don't know who gave it to you?" ”

"Taoyuan." When the man had finished speaking, he departed.

When the onlookers heard that Taoyuan had sent grain, they knelt down and shouted: "It's the benefactor of Taoyuan again!" Long live the Taoyuan Righteous Warriors! Long live the Taoyuan Righteous Warriors! ”

For a time, the voice of the people's appeal resounded in the sky. Liu Che'er looked at the scene in front of him in astonishment, he had seen Taoyuan's ability, but now he was shocked again. A new budding thought crept through his mind, but it was quickly wiped out by him.

With Taoyuan's assistance, the livelihood problem of the people in Peicheng has been temporarily solved. Liu Che'er, Hua Xiashan and others also continued to start disaster relief work. The relief money from the imperial court also did not arrive soon. The purchase of building materials, the construction of houses and houses were also carried out smoothly, and Peicheng was resurrected little by little.

A month passed, and most of the houses had been built, and those who had not yet finished building had simple shelters. The streets began to laugh and laugh.

Early in the morning, he got up early, came to a tree in front of the temple, dug out the wine jar that he had buried not long ago, opened it and smelled it, and suddenly clapped his hands happily and said, "It's done!" ”

Bo Yan came out of nowhere, probed left and right, and said, "Miss, what you are holding, is it wine?"

The painter said happily: "Exactly! ”

"No wonder I smell wine from afar...... Miss, can you give me a drink? Since I came to Peicheng, I haven't even tasted a drop of wine......" Bo Yan said pitifully.

Hua Yan immediately put his hands on the wine jar and said, "Not yet." She stood up and walked outside with the wine jar in her arms, and said, "Wouldn't it be better for you to gather the crowd first, and everyone will share it together." ”

After hearing this, Bo Yan immediately went gladly.

After all the crowd had gathered, he showed the wine jar and poured a few bowls of wine into the bowls that had been set up in advance, and took them to taste.

"This wine is so delicious! It's comparable to the queen mother's jade dew elixir! ”

"That's true! I don't know where the painting girl found the wine? ”

"Really?" Bo Yan listened to what others said, and couldn't wait, so he stepped forward and poured a bowl and drank it all in one gulp. Nodding in praise as he drank.

Seeing the enthusiastic response from the crowd, the painting Yan said the reason. "This wine is called Peach Blossom Brew, I made it a month ago, then buried it under the tree, and it only comes out today. It is made from morning dew, peach blossoms, and good rice. A long history of fragrance and rich sweetness are the hallmarks of this wine. This wine was developed by Mrs. Zhang and spread out. If you can master the art of making this sake, you will be able to make a living with money. Would you like to learn? ”

Everyone heard about this good thing and signed up one after another.

Under the training of Huayan, they quickly mastered the skills of making peach blossom wine, and not only that, but Huayan also taught the new and popular tailoring style of Wangchenlou to the women and girls of Peicheng. At this point, the men and women in Peicheng have a job to do, and their lives have been thriving ever since. In order to express their gratitude to Liu Che'er and Huayan, the people not only honored them as living bodhisattvas, but also built temples in their appearance to worship every day, which naturally happened after they left Peicheng.

Seeing the successful completion of the disaster relief mission in Peicheng, Liu Che'er and his party also began their journey back to Beijing. The reluctant people sent each other all the way ten miles away, which shows their love.

On the way back, painting Yan and Xia Shan, Bo Yan still sat in a carriage, and Xiao Minglang and Liu Che'er and others rode forward.

Liu Che'er rode a horse to the side, he looked at the painting Yan who was lying on the side of the carriage and looking at the scenery, and suddenly asked with a smile: "Yan'er, I didn't know that you could do so many crafts, embroidery, and winemaking." ”

Hua Yan said proudly: "You know how good I am this time, right?" Instead of giving gold and silver, it is better to teach them a craft, gold and silver will always run out, but the craft can be passed on. You won't have to worry about having a full stomach. Xiao Gongzi, are you right? ”

Xiao Minglang smiled rarely: "What the painting girl said is extremely true. ”

In their laughter, they unconsciously arrived at the capital, and they did not pause, but came all the way to the palace, ready to return to the emperor.

She put on a veil and sat in a carriage outside the palace and waited.

Liu Che'er and his entourage stood outside the Taiji Hall and heard the summons of the inner attendant before entering. As soon as I entered the door, I heard Liu Yu's friendly laughter, "My car has worked hard." I haven't seen him for a few months, and I've lost weight. ”

After Liu Che'er and the three of them saluted respectfully, they replied: "The sons are not hard, and it is the wishes of the sons and daughters to be able to share the worries of their fathers." ”

Mrs. Zhang also sat on the side at this time, and she said with a smile: "Although the third prince has lost a lot of weight, he is more courageous than before. Now that the disaster relief and pacification of the people have been meritorious, your father is very happy. ”

Liu Che'er replied humbly: "The reason why this mission was successfully completed is not only the credit of Erchen alone, but also thanks to the painting master and Xiao Minglang's advice. ”

"Hahaha, all of them are heroes, and all of them are rewarded." Liu Yu was so happy that he couldn't close his mouth, he waved his hand to signal Liu Che'er to come forward, and said amiably: "My Che'er has the greatest merit, and he is named a prince, and he will be given a bounty of 10,000 taels and a thousand pieces of cloth." ”

Liu Che'er felt a little lost in his heart, but he didn't show it, and knelt down and bowed: "Thank you for your grace." ”

Mrs. Zhang, who was originally worried that the crown prince's seal might fall into his family, was overjoyed in her heart, so she said enthusiastically: "The third prince has the greatest credit, and the crowning of the prince is a matter of course, and Lord Hua and Xiao Minglang really need to be rewarded heavily!" ”

Liu Yu heard that Madame Zhang seemed to have an idea, so he asked, "What kind of reward does Madame think can show the court's affection for them?" ”

Mrs. Zhang pursed her lips and smiled: "Since the emperor asked the concubine to say it, the concubine dared to say it." Xiao Gongzi has outstanding intelligence and has made many contributions, but he has been in and out of the court as a guest, which will inevitably make those who don't know each other snubbed, and the emperor should consider it from this aspect. ”

Mrs. Zhang's words seemed to hit Liu Yu's thoughts. Xiao Minglang is not out of the mountain easily, and now that he is standing in front of him, how can he let go of such a talent again. Liu Yu thought of this, and immediately answered: "What Madame said is extremely true, and immediately put Xiao Minglang as the squire of the military department, and he is from the third grade." ”

Although Xiao Minglang expected this day, it was still difficult to smile, and in order to cooperate with the next plan, he had to obey the order. "Xiao Minglang, thank you, Lord Longen."

Liu Yu saw that Xiao Minglang finally obeyed, and laughed heartily.

Mrs. Zhang suddenly said, "Next, it's time to draw adults." The emperor and the concubines thought that the painting master had worked hard and made great achievements, and he should be given a heavy reward. ”

Liu Yu nodded and replied: "Yes, Aiqing has made outstanding contributions to painting Aiqing, and he is an extremely important talent in the imperial court. ”

When he heard this, he was already uneasy, and he hurriedly knelt down and said: "Your Majesty, the ministers dare not ask for merit and rewards, and it is the duty of the ministers to solve problems for the emperor." ”

Mrs. Zhang stood up and said with a smile: "You don't have to be modest. She turned to face Liu Yu and said: "Your Majesty, the concubines have long understood that Master Hua has two daughters, who are Miao Ling, and they are both talented and beautiful, and now Fu'er has also reached the age of marriage, it is better to let Fu'er marry one of them." Marriage with the royal family is the greatest reward, right? ”

As soon as these words came out, Liu Che'er and Xiao Minglang, who had been silent for a long time, suddenly became nervous, and they looked at Liu Yu on the throne at the same time, waiting for him to speak.

Liu Yu obviously didn't know Mrs. Zhang's idea at first, and the smile on his face gradually disappeared, and then changed to a serious thinking look.

"According to Madame's wishes, which one do you want Fu'er to marry?" Liu Yu finally let go.

Mrs. Zhang couldn't wait to say: "The two young ladies are the most top-notch of the famous ladies in the capital, but at the last flower-viewing banquet, as soon as the concubine saw the painting, she felt cordial, like a long-known relative, the concubine thought that I had a fate with her, and now it seems that this is really the case." ”

Liu Che'er and Xiao Minglang heard that she was painting Shu, and the two of them were so anxious that they were sweating profusely and finally breathed a sigh of relief. They were caught up in their own thoughts, completely unaware of each other's strangeness.

Painting Xia Shan has been an official and honest all his life, even if he is now famous and prestigious, his daily life is extremely frugal. As an official in the DPRK, he never formed a faction, let alone participated in party struggles. On weekdays, he more or less understands some of Mrs. Zhang's styles, and sends people to persuade him to regulate the camp several times, but he doesn't understand, but he deliberately pretends not to know. Now when I hear her talk about marriage, I know that I can't escape this time. He didn't dare to refuse directly, but he still made the last struggle: "Your Majesty, the micro-minister is humble, and the little girl is also a citizen of the market, how dare she ascend to the elegant hall." ”

Liu Yu wavered, but when he saw that Xia Shan said this, he felt that his majesty was challenged, so he said: "How can Aiqing look down on herself like this, or look down on my Fu'er?" ”

Painting Xia Shan hurriedly knelt down and said, "Weichen doesn't dare. ”

Mrs. Zhang couldn't refuse to paint Xia Shan, and when she saw that her goal was in hand, she sat down happily and said: "Don't worry, the palace will never treat the painting lady badly, and the painting lady must be the queen of Fu'er's main palace, and the future blessing will be great!" ”

The weight of painting Xia Shan in the imperial court is self-evident, and it has a power to be reckoned with in the decision of who will be the title of the prince in the future. Liu Che'er and Xiao Minglang had already seen through Mrs. Zhang's thoughts. The two glanced at each other in unison, both understood what the other party wanted to express, and waited with bated breath for the emperor's decision.

After being silent for a long time, Liu Yu seemed to have made a decision, and he said approvingly: "I mean the same, Aiqing, hurry up." Let Qin Tianjian choose a good day and an auspicious day, and then end the family affair. ”

Mrs. Zhang replied attentively: "The concubine will make good arrangements. After speaking, she deliberately glanced at Liu Che'er.

Liu Che'er looked a little frustrated, and he shook his head at Xiao Minglang, who was concerned on the side, hinting that it was okay.

Hua Xiashan knew that he couldn't change the emperor's decision, so he had to reply respectfully: "Weichen obeys." ”

After some more greetings, the three of them withdrew from the Taiji Hall. They said goodbye to each other outside the palace and dispersed.

Painting Xia Shan got back into the original carriage and went home, silent all the way, with a heavy face.

Hua Yan had never seen his father's expression so solemn, and every time the words came to his mouth, he swallowed again. Inevitably, my father was embarrassed, and when he touched his emotions again, he had to hold back and quietly follow back to the mansion.