my grandfather was qin shi huang

Festive music sounded from the Wang family's side.

The chief steward of the palace was in high spirits and enthusiastically welcomed the bride's chariot into the palace. Zhao Ying also stepped out of the chariot under the command of the courtesy officer.

Standing among the guests, he stands out like a chicken, naturally attracting everyone's attention.

Many servants of the Wang family who saw Zhao Ying for the first time looked at the heroic and heroic Emperor Sun with burning eyes.

The servants who were watching the ceremony naturally did not dare to say anything, but it was not just the servants who were watching the ceremony. The Wang family was a large family, with relatives and friends, including three aunts and six aunts.

At this time, I naturally didn’t want to miss this rare event.

Many people were watching and whispering to each other. Occasionally, they would comment on the groom's clothes and appearance, the size of the betrothal gift, the chariot and his entourage. From time to time, they would also review and compare the situation of a girl from a certain family when she got married in the past.

However, at this time, most people are still focusing on Zhao Ying's appearance.

"If my future husband is half as handsome as my new uncle, then..."

"Wake up, wake up, sister, it's already dawn..."

This is all normal, and there are actually several plump young ladies who are obviously from the past, gathered together, pointing Zhao Ying there and laughing.

"Look, Nan'er's uncle is so strong. Sister Nan'er will have..."

"..."

Zhao Ying: ...

He now has sharp ears and eyes, and he can see in all directions and hear in all directions. As long as he is willing, no movement within hundreds of meters around him can escape his ears and eyes. I almost laughed out loud at these giggling and sometimes naughty voices.

All I could do was hold my chest up and my head up, with a smile on my face. Under the command of the etiquette officer, I was like a puppet on a string, going through all the procedures meticulously.

That calm and unhurried behavior made a group of people even more brilliant.

I secretly lamented why I couldn't meet such an excellent husband.

The Wang family has hosted a banquet at home.

The groom's guests were led to rest by the house steward, while Zhao Ying entered the main hall under the leadership of the etiquette officer.

As his father, Wang Ben was not at home. The old general Wang Jian was wearing a formal suit and was sitting on his knees in the middle of the main hall. He was stroking his beard and looking at the handsome young man in front of him with complex eyes.

Hold your head high and your chest high, walking like a dragon and a tiger at the same pace.

In a trance, it was like seeing the first emperor in his youth.

He kept a low profile and thanked guests behind closed doors. The father and son rested at home for many years. In the end, because of this young man, he was coerced by His Majesty and stood in front of the stage.

Today, His Highness the Emperor's eldest grandson will officially marry his own granddaughter.

From then on, he became the son-in-law of the Wang family.

And the Wang family will suddenly become relatives, and they will no longer be able to stay away...

But His Majesty's vision is right, the emperor's grandson is really outstanding!

Looking at Zhao Ying walking slowly, Wang Jian's mood was a little complicated, and Zhao Ying's mood at this moment was also a little sad. From intentional acquaintance, to learning the art of war, and now, as a grandson-in-law, standing in front of this legendary veteran.

Just a few months, it seems like an eternity.

Every step was deliberately guided by himself, and every step was carefully calculated by himself. Thinking about it carefully, he felt that he had been somewhat utilitarian in the past, but if time could happen again, he felt that he would not regret it.

From the day he traveled through time and became the son of Master Fusu, he actually had no choice.

The only thing that can be done is -

If there is a future, I will treat it well!

According to etiquette, Zhao Ying bowed respectfully and then offered wine to celebrate his birthday.

Wang Jian also put aside his complicated emotions and nodded with a smile, expressing his recognition and affirmation of the new son-in-law on behalf of the Wang family. Then, at the prompts of the etiquette officer, the Wang family's family members supported Wang Nan, who was dressed in fine clothes, and walked out of the back hall.

In this era, the festive red color was not the main color, and there were no phoenix crowns, harems, or red hijabs.

Instead, it is a black-bottomed gown with red accents.

Wang Nan's tall figure, set off by this solemn and elegant dress, made her even more charming, dignified and beautiful, which made Zhao Ying's eyes light up.

There is a sense of surprise.

At this time, Wang Nan looked at Zhao Ying, who was wearing a royal hat and a silk robe, and was full of heroic spirit. His eyebrows could not help but curl up, and there was a bit of unconcealable affection in his eyes.

Zhao Ying followed etiquette and stepped forward to salute.

Wang Nan returned the gift.

Then, Zhao Ying very naturally stepped forward and took Wang Nan's soft little hand, and in front of everyone's attention, he personally helped Wang Nan get into his car. The moment he held Wang Nan's little hand, Zhao Ying felt an unprecedented feeling in his heart.

Peace of mind.

Perhaps feeling Zhao Ying's thoughts, Wang Nan, who boarded the carriage, subconsciously looked back. The moment his eyes met with Zhao Ying's, both of them couldn't help but smile at each other.

"Go, I'll take you home..."

Wang Nan responded softly.

"Okay, go home..."

At this time, the spring light shines all over, and everything shines, illuminating the newlyweds as if they were beautiful.

The male guests who were warmly entertained by the Wang family had the important responsibility of welcoming the bride. Naturally, they could not really sit down and eat and drink. They had already simply used the banquet and returned to their wedding party.

Sitting on the shaft of the carriage, Zhao Ying waved his long whip and drove the carriage, making three rounds in front of the palace gate, and then handed over the carriage to Chen Ping, who had been eager and ready to take the plunge.

He rode a Dawan horse and set off first.

As the groom's official, he needs to go back early to entertain the guests and welcome the bride in person at his house. As for the welcoming team, there is no rush and they need to go home on time according to the good time and auspicious time that has been decided long ago.

……

at dusk.

The wedding team finally arrived at the gate of the eldest son's mansion. Zhao Ying, dressed in a gorgeous black dress, personally greeted her in front of the gate. Holding Wang Nan's little hand, he walked straight into the main hall from the middle door.

The First Emperor, wearing a crown, stood at the top of the throne with a smile on his face. Next to him was Mi Ji, who was dressed in a rich dress and knelt down in a dignified manner. Behind the First Emperor, there was a low-key and restrained man named Heibingtai, who looked like an ordinary old man next door. black.

On both sides, Taiwei Wei Liao, right minister Feng Quji, left minister Li Si, veteran general Meng Wu, Shaofu Shi Lu, Zhi Su Nei Shi Teng, Shangqing Meng Yi...

Sangong and Jiuqing are all in one place.

Then, there are the royal family members including Hu Hai, Jiang Lu and Gao, as well as Confucian doctors Chun Yuyue, Qi Moju Ziqin, Chu Moju Zitian Ji, etc. who are usually close to Zhao Ying.

"Respect the elder——"

The ceremony officer sang the ceremony loudly.

Zhao Ying and Wang Nan walked quickly to the First Emperor and bowed in salute.

The First Emperor smiled broadly, held up Zhao Ying's arm, and then smiled and nodded at Wang Nan. He looked at the newlyweds carefully and couldn't help but let out a burst of hearty laughter.

"Okay, okay, okay! My grandson has finally grown up!"

Having said this, the First Emperor waved his sleeves.

"Preach my will, grant amnesty to the world, exempt from taxation for one year, and celebrate with everyone!"

The guests present were in an uproar.

Everyone knew that the First Emperor doted on his eldest grandson, Zhao Ying, but they didn't expect that he doted on him to such an extent.

The First Emperor ascended the throne for decades.

This policy only appeared twice in total, once during the wedding of the eldest son Fusu, and once during the unification of the six countries. In addition, even the eighteenth son Hu Hai, who was deeply favored by His Majesty, did not receive this treatment when they got married. .

Now, the emperor's eldest grandson, Zhao Ying, is getting married and sees this politics again.

Everyone looked at Zhao Ying a little strangely, and the smile on Hu Hai's face became a little stiff unconsciously...

Zhao Ying opened his mouth, but he didn't know how to speak.

He didn't expect that the First Emperor would be so generous.

Because he helped the First Emperor handle government affairs and reviewed memorials every day. He knew better than anyone how serious the financial burden of the Qin Dynasty was now.

Not only does it have to bear huge military expenditures, but there is also extensive construction everywhere.

Chidao connects counties and counties in various places.

Lingqu canal runs through the north and south.

And the Lishan Underground Palace has been built for many years.

……

This does not include disaster relief money and food, as well as the tax exemptions and subsidies issued to migrant people.

Da Qin's finances were already extremely tight.

Unexpectedly, the First Emperor directly promised to be exempted from taxes for one year.

Although tax and tax are not the same thing, tax exemption does not mean tax exemption.

But for countless poor people around the world, this is great news. People in the world may not care who the emperor's eldest grandson is, or who the emperor's eldest grandson marries, but they must care that someone exempts them from the gift.

Because the emperor's eldest grandson got married, His Majesty the First Emperor exempted himself from the tax!

This is a real benefit. The common people will remember this kindness on the head of the emperor's eldest grandson, and they will have to say "good things to the emperor's eldest grandson" when talking about it.

Fu is other income on top of taxes, similar to what we originally called retention. This income is not static, but can be adjusted and changed as needed.

The taxes in the Qin Dynasty were actually not high. They were not like the "Taiban" tax called by unscrupulous historians in the Han Dynasty, where two-thirds of the income had to be paid. In fact, according to the Qin bamboo slips in Liye, the average tax was About one-twelfth.

It seems to be higher than the fifteen-to-one tax in some eras of the Han Dynasty, but don’t forget that the Qin Dynasty implemented a large-acre tax!

One acre of land is nearly one-third more than that of the Han Dynasty!

In other words, one acre of land in the Qin Dynasty was equivalent to one and a half acres in the Han Dynasty, and the Qin Dynasty gave more land to the common people, one hundred acres per person. Taken together, the taxes in the Qin Dynasty were higher than those in the Han Dynasty. Most of the time, taxes are much, much lower!

Therefore, Da Qin's financial expenditure has always been beyond its means.

This means that the Qin Dynasty has an unparalleled army and has swept across the entire world. Through war, the huge wealth accumulated by the royal families of various countries and the nobles who sucked the blood of the people for generations have been brutally concentrated in the Qin State. Otherwise, Da Qin's finances would have collapsed long ago.

But, even so, Da Qin's finances are still very tight.

Every penny has its destination.

Zhao Ying was deeply moved by the First Emperor's decree.

It seems that this time, the First Emperor is really happy, and he really wants to celebrate from the bottom of his heart and let everyone in the world share his joy.

This is an unreserved blessing from a great father to his own grandson!

Zhao Ying remained silent and slowly bowed down.

This time, I am not worshiping the First Emperor, but my great father!

This time, the First Emperor did not help him, but looked kindly at Zhao Ying saluting him there. Wang Nan was also on the side, following Yingying in prostrating, kneeling beside Zhao Ying.

"Come and fill up the cup for your great father--"

When Zhao Ying stood up and toasted to his elders, relatives and friends, the First Emperor held Zhao Ying's hand with a smile on his face.

This time, Zhao Ying did not hesitate, filled the wine glass, held it in both hands, and the First Emperor drank it all in one gulp, satisfied.

Everyone can see with the naked eye that the First Emperor's doting on the emperor's eldest grandson is unabashed!

After paying respects to the First Emperor and Mi Ji, the whole house was filled with guests.

Logically speaking, these three nobles and nine ministers, who are full of the royal family, must give enough face to someone's wedding banquet. The so-called toast naturally does not need to be toasted every time.

But the First Emperor drank it all in one gulp, who dared to be vague?

Therefore, no matter who Zhao Ying walked in front of, everyone would stand up with a smile on his face, thank him, and then drink it in one gulp without any hesitation.

include--

Hu Hai.

But the smile on Hu Hai's face was somewhat stiff.

This was just a part of the wedding. As newlyweds, Zhao Ying and Wang Nan did not have to entertain the guests one by one. After they went through the process of respecting the elders, they were guided to the bridal chamber by the etiquette officer and the palace maid.

There is also a series of etiquette containing good wishes waiting for them.

Wo Xi, Tong Lao, He Na, and Ji Hair.

From now on, husband and wife are one, sharing joys and sorrows together!

in the cave.

Looking at the crimson-faced, shy and charming Wang Nan, Zhao Ying twitched his Adam's apple in a helpless manner.

I have lived two lifetimes and am a groom for the first time. I am a little nervous and not very skilled in my business.

But Wang Nan has snuggled into his arms like a bird...

It's not too late yet.

But in this era, there is no marriage fuss, and no one has the sense to disturb this newlywed couple who are experiencing the taste of newlyweds for the first time at this time.

The sun sets and the moon rises.

When Zhao Ying stopped again, the Milky Way was already bright outside the window, and the stars were shining all over the place.

February, mid-spring.

Although there is a sharp and cold spring, everything is dormant. After a winter of heavy snow, we still can't help but reveal a hint of spring. This night, there was moonlight passing through the window.

Big and very white.

The next day, Zhao Ying did not get up early for the first time.

Not too tired.

Nowadays, his body is already so strong that he doesn't know what tiredness is. Let alone the wedding night, even if he tosses for a few more nights, there will be no problem. It's just that he went to bed too late.

Sleepy--

It's almost dawn, so I go to bed...

Fortunately, Wang Nan has practiced martial arts since he was a child and has good physical fitness.

Looking around him, Wang Nan couldn't help but frown slightly even though he was still sleeping soundly. Zhao Ying couldn't help but show a look of pity and gently pulled out the arm that Wang Nan was pressing.

get up.

Although Zhao Ying moved very carefully, the sound of getting out of bed still disturbed Wang Nan in his sleep.

Looking at the sunlight shining through the window lattice, Wang Nan suddenly blushed with embarrassment and hurriedly wanted to get up. However, before he could sit up, he couldn't help but let out a soft sigh and slowed down the movements of his hands.

Then, he glared at Zhao Ying with a coquettish look on his face.

Zhao Ying smiled without saying a word.

He stepped forward to help Wang Nan get up, but Wang Nan pushed him aside angrily.

Hearing the movement in the room, the maid waiting outside opened the door, walked in, and helped the newlyweds get up and wash up. Then, Zhao Ying took Wang Nan to pay respects to Mi Ji.

In the courtyard, there are still traces of the wedding banquet held yesterday everywhere.

Of course, Mi Ji couldn't find anything wrong with Wang Nan as her daughter-in-law. The family had breakfast together in peace, and then took Wang Nan to talk to her for a while.

Since Fusu left, there is finally another family member in the family!

With her daughter-in-law, she was probably not far away from having a grandson. Mi Ji suddenly felt that her days had added hope.

Zhao Ying didn't have to be on duty these days. In addition to enjoying the happiness of being newlywed at home, he was studying and practicing martial arts. No one would disturb a newly married young man during this period.

But things in the court will not stop because of Zhao Ying's wedding.

On February [-], bandits in Daze Township attacked a convoy transporting grain, grass and books to the imperial court. Dozens of carts of grain were robbed, and all the books were burned. Then they fled deep into Daze Township.

February [-]th.

The Xiongnu tribe once again launched multiple attacks, plundering people and property. Su Jiao, the general on the side, quickly counterattacked, causing casualties on both sides. On the same day, the Yuezhi launched an attack on the Hetao Plain, echoing the Xiongnu.

Before these news reached Xianyang, the First Emperor suddenly held a grand court meeting and announced a piece of news that was earth-shattering for both the Qin government and the people.