lcionline Chapter 536 Tianjin Bridge
Chapter 536 Tianjin Bridge
Zhao Yue, who was still angry just now, was stunned when she heard that her son was going to Lingnan Road: "Why are you going to Lingnan Road?"
What to do in Lingnan Road?
Of course, we went to find Zhao Tuo's tomb.
Cui Bianxu felt a sense of urgency about this matter: "There is no such thing as an impenetrable wall in this world. We never know when someone will find it. We better find it as soon as possible."
He was not worried about his own side, but although the Zhao family in Dunhuang had been threatened by him, they had been planning for so many years and they would not give up easily.
From the very beginning, they said that there was some secret medicine that could cure the prince's leg disease, and that's how they got in touch with the Eastern Palace.
Even if they want to give up now, how will they explain to the prince?
Now they still don’t know the exact location of Zhao Tuo’s tomb, but since ancient times, the tombs of emperors have always had some common features, especially the rulers of small countries like Zhao Tuo, whose mausoleum is definitely within the scope of the Nanyue Kingdom.
The Zhao family might have already sent people to search within the former borders of the Nanyue Kingdom.
Jiang Shangxian said, "Zhao Tuo's longevity is known to everyone. Over the past few hundred years, many people have secretly searched for him, but not a single word has been heard. I'm afraid no one has found him yet."
She didn't say her other guess - if it had been dug up a long time ago, it would be too late to rush there now.
"When I go this time, I'm afraid that someone with ulterior motives will get the news. It's just right for me to rush over and get the things now." Cui Bianxu was not without a plan.
Not to mention whether the mother-in-law and daughter-in-law of the eldest wife will try every means to find out where he is going to get the secret medicine, I am afraid that many people are watching the movements of the Cui family alone.
Although the division of the family has not been announced to the public, the assets under Cui's name have changed hands. Once an interested person knows about it, it won't take long for them to notice that something is wrong.
If he wanted to live a peaceful life with his parents and wife, he had to get rid of this hot potato as soon as possible.
Once the things were in Cui's hands, he, who had already separated from the family, could just wave his hands and say that the things had been handed over to the clan in exchange for separation.
As for how Cui Quan will deal with those who want to get a piece of the pie, that is not his concern!
Jiang Shangxian nodded. Everyone knew that it was a crime to possess a treasure. Cui Bianxu took something out of Zhao Tuo's tomb. As long as he refused to admit it, no one could do anything to him.
Even the prince could not force him to reveal the location of Zhao Tuo's tomb.
According to the Tang Dynasty Law Commentary, digging up graves by outsiders is considered a crime.
Article 272 of the Law on Thieves and Robbers states that anyone who fails to open the coffin, steal the burial objects, or damage the corpse will be sentenced to three years in prison, while anyone who opens the coffin will be hanged.
Article 273: Anyone who steals burial objects after opening a tomb but does not open the coffin shall be punished more severely as a common theft.
Article 269: Anyone who damages a corpse shall be sentenced to exile with forced labor; anyone who burns, dismembers, or rapes a corpse shall be hanged;
Volume 19 specifically stipulates that robbing the tombs of emperors or ancestral temples is considered high treason, one of the ten major crimes. The main offender will be beheaded, his family members will be punished, and his property will be confiscated. Those who rob the tombs of nobles or officials will be punished more severely than those who rob the tombs of civilians, and will most likely be hanged or exiled.
Zhao Yue didn't even like to read, so how could he possibly read Tang Law Commentary? He completely missed the point: "How do you know where Zhao Tuo's tomb is?"
What's wrong with you, mother?
Are you getting senile and confused?
Why did you tell this kid everything?
Could it be that you forgot that this kid’s surname is Cui, not Liu?
Cui Bianxu noticed her little thoughts and was speechless, but he couldn't help but pretend to be mean: "Maybe grandma understands that I am a reliable person?"
This was absolutely irritating Zhao Yue, who immediately flew into a rage, angrily saying, "Even your grandmother told you, she wouldn't allow you to take the contents out and give them to others!"
Damn reliable!
Those who are trustworthy are going to dig up their own ancestors’ graves!
"My grandmother once said that if I am willing to adopt a child to the Liu family to carry on the Liu family's incense, I can take any item from Zhao Tuo's tomb." Cui Bianxu brushed off the dust on his legs that seemed to be non-existent. He showed no trace of pride, so obvious that people wanted to mute him manually.
Not to mention Zhao Yue, even Jiang Shangxian wanted to beat him up.
Originally, the two of them agreed not to adopt their child to the Liu family, but in this world, there are many things that plans cannot keep up with the changes.
If it weren't for Xiao Cui's trouble, she might have been detained in Qingzhou, and the separation of the family would have taken at least another ten years.
The time is too long and the variables are too great. Now the struggle for the throne in the court has begun to show signs.
Work is bad enough, and there are also a lot of things to deal with at home. If something goes wrong, it might be a matter of losing your head.
Of course, the most important thing is that Cui Bianxu said that even if his surname was Liu, he would live with them. Liu Manqiang would have nowhere to go, and he could also help take care of the children...
When coming here, he enjoyed the mountains and rivers leisurely, but when returning to Chang'an, he rushed all the way.
On the evening of April 6th, the Cui family's boat stopped at the Luoyang dock.
It is getting dusk today, so we will go into the city to rest for a night and then set off by land early the next morning.
After Jiang Shangxian came back, she wanted to see Tianjin Bridge, which was said to be one of the eight scenic spots in Luoyang. Unfortunately, she was still a bride on the road at the time and it was not convenient for her to go there at night to see the hustle and bustle. This time, she had an idea: "Mother, Aunt, how about we go to Tianjin Bridge for dinner tonight? I heard that there are many wine shops and restaurants on both sides of Tianjin Bridge. If you find a good spot, you can look up and see the crescent moon hanging in the sky; look down and the river is like the Milky Way in the sky, with the lights on both sides reflecting the sparkling water, and you can also hear the melodious bells of the nearby temple..."
The name Tianjin Bridge has nothing to do with modern Tianjin. The word Tianjin comes from astrology and refers to the ferry crossing of the Milky Way in the sky, that is, the Tianhan Ferry.
The planning of Luoyang City often corresponds to astronomy. Tianjin Bridge spans the Luo River, connecting the Ziwei Palace and the Luonan Lifang District. It is regarded as the Heavenly Street, and Tianjin Bridge symbolizes the bridge to heaven.
She was so excited, a night out! With her mother-in-law and aunt!
It’s exciting just thinking about it!
Unexpectedly, Cui Shuhua frowned and hesitated, saying, "Who told you such nonsense? It's just a floating bridge made of two long, thick ropes, floating on the water. Li Mi burned it down long ago. What's so interesting about that place?"
Jiang Shangxian: ....
Did she remember something wrong again?
Zhao Yue doted on children, and waved her hand: "It's just a bridge. If Nian Nu wants to see it, let's go and take a look. There's nothing else to do anyway. I've been traveling so fast these days that my legs are weak. It's a good time to walk and feel some solid ground."
She was eager to take a walk. She felt like she was floating even in her dreams on the boat. No matter how long she slept, her head was always groggy.
The result was naturally as Cui Shuhua said. There was really nothing interesting to see in that place now. However, they passed by the flower market when they went there. It was the season for peonies now, and they were everywhere in Luoyang City. They bought a lot of them to take back to Chang'an.