Chapter Twenty-One: The Wedding

  Qin Yu didn't have any special feelings about the newly acquired county baron title, of course Qin Yu also knew that this was all because of Qin Qiong's reason, and it's estimated that Cheng Yaojin had also made an effort in this matter, otherwise the one who came to announce the imperial edict wouldn't be Cheng Huailiang.

  After seeing off Cheng Huailiang, Qin Yu sat alone in the house thinking about things. At this moment, there were more than a dozen buckets of ice cubes placed in the house, and the sultry feeling of the hottest days disappeared without a trace. Qin Yu's mood also became much more pleasant.

  It wasn't until more than half a watch later that Qin Yu came back to himself, and a relaxed smile finally appeared on his face. "What's the point of thinking so far ahead? It'll be over ten years before Crown Prince Li Chengqian rebels, and it'll take Longsun Wujiu at least ten years to cause trouble. This is just a title, not an official position in court; if I don't get involved with them, then there's nothing to worry about."

  Qin Yu had no choice but to think this way, later generations generally have some understanding of the history of the Tang Dynasty, coming to Datang will naturally have some worries, but thinking about it, there's nothing to worry about.

  Qin Yu had an idea, and hastily left the Clear Wind Residence to head to the Qin Manor. He was preparing to discuss his thoughts with Qin Qiong, wanting only a peaceful life, not wishing to enter the imperial court as an official.

  Qin Yu didn't know that Qin Qiong was worried about this matter.

  Cheng Yaojin and Wei Gong's great battle, in the end Wei Gong still won, but Qin Qiong didn't loosen his grip, so Wei Gong could only return without achieving anything.

  Cheng Yaojin brought up the matter of finding an official position for Qin Yu after Wei Cigong left, saying that no matter what, Qin Yu had married his daughter, so how could he not hold office?

  Qin Qiong didn't attach much importance to official positions, and now that the world was at peace, he hoped Qin Yu could focus on passing down the family lineage and continuing the Qin family's legacy. However, this was his own wish, and he didn't want to hinder Qin Yu's future prospects. Therefore, Qin Qiong ultimately didn't give a clear answer.

  Cheng Yaojin also took this opportunity to discuss with Qin Qiong the marriage between Qin Yu and Cheng Lingyun, and finally set it on August 2nd of next month. This day is suitable for weddings, and the weather will not be as hot as it is now, which is also suitable. Of course, at that time, the Tang Dynasty used the lunar calendar.

  Qin Qiong doesn't care, the Qin family has only three people in total, one of whom is unknown whether he exists or not. The close relatives are all in Chang'an, and as for the high-ranking generals in the army, it's not convenient to return to Chang'an, so marrying early or late, Qin Qiong doesn't mind.

  Ke Cheng bit his tongue, he was really worried, thinking of getting close to Qin Qiong wasn't just Wei Zhi Gong's idea, many people had this thought, it's just that they hadn't made any moves yet.

  After all, Qin Qiong currently has no descendants, and his position as Duke of the State is likely to be passed on to Qin Yu, which is exactly why others value Qin Yu.

  Cheng Yaojin was eager to get Qin Qiong and Qin Yu married as soon as possible, and finally set the date for August 2nd. Although there was some rush in terms of time, Cheng Yaojin still fixed the date on this day.

  After Cheng Yaojin and Qin Qiong discussed their wedding date, they hurried back home and sent out a large number of people to deliver invitations day and night to relatives and friends of the Cheng family.

  Traveling in the Tang Dynasty wasn't that convenient. If you bring your wife, it will inevitably affect the time, and the other party also needs to prepare gifts, which takes time.

  Cheng Fu Zheng Tang, many people were writing invitations in a flurry of brushstrokes. Cheng Yaojin would glance at one and then another, occasionally bellowing out orders as he seemed to grow increasingly anxious. When Cheng Huailiang entered, he snatched up a stack of invitations and thrust them forward, "Quickly, gather the men and send out all the invitations."

  Cheng Huailiang took the invitation and looked at it. Suddenly, he was delighted, "So soon to get married, good, I'll go now."

  Cheng Huailiang, with an invitation in hand, went to deliver the invitations. Some places still required the three brothers to go in person, and since Cheng Huaimo and Cheng Huaibing had already set off, only he was left.

  Qin Yu came to the Qin residence, after paying his respects to Qin Qiong, he simply exchanged a few pleasantries before expressing his thoughts. Originally, Qin Yu was worried that Qin Qiong would scold him, but unexpectedly, Qin Qiong was greatly delighted, "Alright, you can live at ease now, I will help you resolve this matter."

  "Thank you, Uncle." Qin Yu was overjoyed and hastily bowed.

  "Hmm." Qin Qiong nodded and immediately ordered Hu Bo to prepare wine and dishes, ready to drink a few cups with Qin Yu.

  Qin Yu hastily intervened, "Uncle Zhong, this wine absolutely cannot be drunk. Even for the sake of your nephew who is still alive, you must take care of your body. By the way, your nephew mentioned something about donkey hide gel before, why haven't I seen you taking it?"

  Donkey hide gel is a medicinal tonic for replenishing blood, and Qin Qiong's body has suffered excessive loss of vital energy and blood. If he cannot replenish his vital energy and blood as soon as possible, he will naturally suffer from illness like in history and pass away seven years later. At this moment, Qin Qiong's body has already begun to show signs.

  Qin Qiong sighed as soon as he heard it, "Donkey hide glue is a royal article, and the well in Dong'a has been sealed. How can Uncle Zhong ask for it at will? Besides, is this donkey hide glue useful?"

  "How can it be useless? Donkey hide gel is a sacred medicine for nourishing blood, and Uncle Zhong has been fighting wars for many years, resulting in both Qi and blood deficiency. It would be better to ask Your Majesty for some to take. If it's difficult, then I'll help Uncle Zhong refine some donkey hide gel. It's actually not that hard." Qin Yu said seriously.

  "Absolutely not, cough, cough." Qin Qiong heard this and suddenly became anxious, coughing repeatedly. Qin Yu patted Qin Qiong's back to help him catch his breath, lightly patting his back. At this time, Qin Qiong furrowed his brow and said, "Forget it, I'll go ask for it myself."

  "Yes, Uncle." Qin Yu saw that Qin Qiong was agitated and naturally understood that he was worried about offending Li Shimin, which would lead to punishment or even beheading. However, Qin Yu felt that there was still a chance, as Li Shimin could seal up the well, but he couldn't seal off the waters of Dong'a.

  "Isn't it just karst groundwater? Dong'a is the best, but other places can also be used, just with slightly worse effects. If all else fails, go to where the Taihang Mountains and Mount Tai meet, that's also Dong'a water, not necessarily from the Dong'a well, though. This Li Shimin shouldn't be so stingy, right?"

  "Yunfei, how do you know all this?" It wasn't until then that Qin Qiang suddenly remembered that Qin Yu seemed to have some understanding of medicine. The Qin family had been a large clan before, but they didn't have any medical books, which was why he asked suspiciously.

  "Ah, it was during the mountain retreat that my master taught me. He is very knowledgeable, and everything I learned came from him. Unfortunately, I only learned a little bit of it." Qin Yu was questioned, and he was suddenly startled, scared, and hastily made up a non-existent master, otherwise, it would be hard to explain.

  "So that's how it is. I was wondering how you could survive in the mountains at such a young age. Where is your master? You should thank him properly, otherwise your life would probably be gone." Qin Qiong suddenly realized and smiled slightly, opening his mouth to ask.

  "Alas, Master has already passed away." Qin Yu pretended to be sorrowful and let out a long sigh, which had the desired effect. Qin Chong's eyes dimmed, and he stopped asking questions, but instead thought of his own age and physical condition.

  "By the way, nephew, your wedding with Cheng's daughter has been set for August 2nd, a month from now. After you return, prepare yourself and get married, live a good life, and carry on the family legacy." Qin Chong fell silent for a moment, then suddenly remembered there was still something important to say, so he hastily spoke up.

  "What? So soon?" Qin Yu asked in surprise.

  "Isn't getting married soon a good thing? Could it be that you really dislike the daughter of the Cheng family? Hmm?" Qin Yong's sharp eyes stared at Qin Yu, asking in a low voice.

  "This is not, just, just, my nephew doesn't understand the etiquette at all, Uncle Zhong, I've been living in the mountains since childhood, and Master didn't teach me these things." Qin Yu said with some entanglement.

  Qin Yu didn't know about etiquette, more importantly, Qin Yu didn't know whether he should touch Cheng Lingyu or not, after all, Cheng Lingyu was only sixteen, and from a purely physical perspective, it wasn't quite suitable.

  It's impossible to say that Qin Yu didn't want to, but Qin Yu also wanted to do as he pleased. However, Qin Yu didn't want to be so unscrupulous. If it were someone else, nine out of ten times they wouldn't let a 10-year-old off the hook either, that would be beastly. Qin Yu naturally wouldn't learn from them, but at 16 years old, Qin Yu was indeed somewhat hesitant and indecisive.

  "What's difficult about that? At that time, Second Uncle will naturally ask someone to help you." Qin Yong saw that Qin Yu's expression didn't seem fake, and only then did he nod his head in satisfaction and speak up.

  Dinner was made according to Qin Yu's recipe, although the taste wasn't great, it was basically all nourishing food, only the amount of ginseng in it had been decreasing, and after a moment's thought, Qin Yu understood the cause and effect.

  Qin Qiong was not corrupt and did not have a shop, relying solely on Li Shimin's rewards and salary. Naturally, he didn't have as much money as the Cheng family. Suddenly taking out 50,000 taels of silver would be painful, but Qin Yu didn't say anything, only secretly remembering it in his heart.

  After dinner, there was still a lingering light outside. Qin Yu and Qin Qiong chatted for a while before bidding farewell to Qin Qiong and returning to Qingfeng Residence.