activa-t Chapter 337 Consort Fucha
Chapter 337 Consort Fucha
This battle was an unprecedented victory, and the entire Qing Dynasty was overjoyed.
Coastal areas, in particular, were frequently harassed by Japanese pirates.
Now that the entire country of Japan has been destroyed, they have finally taken their revenge.
We no longer need to worry about being harassed by the Japanese.
The *Daqing Baixing Bao* newspaper has been reporting on this great victory for days on end.
It describes in detail the heroic performance of the Qing Dynasty navy and Nian Shilan,
The heroic deeds of Princess Shuhe, Princess Wenyi, and others.
The newspaper also published Hongchang's speech.
He emphasized the strength of the Qing Dynasty and the importance of its technology.
He called on the people to continue their efforts and contribute to the prosperity of the Qing Dynasty.
In the capital, people took to the streets to celebrate the victory.
The streets and alleys were filled with the sounds of gongs and drums, and the crackling of firecrackers.
When Nian Shilan returned to the capital with Princess Shuhe, Princess Wenyi, and others, they were warmly welcomed by the people.
Their warships slowly entered the harbor, where countless civilians had already gathered.
Holding flowers and ribbons, they cheered and celebrated the heroes' triumphant return.
Nian Shilan and her comrades went to the battlefield secretly, but this time their return to Beijing was...
It was a grand and lively affair.
People lined the streets to welcome them, and the women saw...
The return of Nian Shilan, Princess Shuhe, Princess Wenyi, and others was filled with admiration and joy.
They shouted, "Your Majesty, Princesses, you've worked so hard!"
Shouts of "Long live the Great Qing!" were shouted as flowers and ribbons were tossed to the heroes.
This expresses respect and gratitude towards them.
They also saw another way out for women in this war.
Since a few years ago, when the princesses opened a textile factory, and the "Daqing People's Daily" was published...
The women then began to leave their homes.
The establishment of girls' schools further made people realize that women could also achieve great things.
Seeing the heroic performances of Nian Shilan, Princess Shuhe, Princess Wenyi, and others on the battlefield,
This made them even more excited.
Hongchang, Fucha Peiyun, Feng Ruozhao, and others personally went out of the palace gate to greet them.
The mother and son were delighted to see Nian Shilan and the others return safely.
The tension in my heart finally subsided.
Hongchang strode forward and bowed to Nian Shilan.
His eyes were full of concern and relief:
"Mother, you've worked so hard. You fought a brilliant battle."
It enhanced the prestige of the Qing Dynasty and vented the anger of the people.
Fucha Peiyun also smiled and nodded:
"Shilan, you and the princesses are all outstanding. The Qing Dynasty is truly blessed to have you all."
Princess Shuhe and Princess Wenyi excitedly shared their amusing experiences from the battlefield with Hongchang.
Feng Ruozhao, Cao Qinmo, Lü Yingfeng, Shen Meizhuang, and others stepped forward to inquire about their daughters.
He pulled Shuhe and the others aside and carefully checked them for injuries.
After exchanging pleasantries, everyone returned to the palace for a grand victory banquet.
The banquet was filled with laughter and joy, creating a lively atmosphere.
Hongchang personally officiated for Nian Shilan, Princess Shuhe,
Princess Wenyi, Princess Shujia, Princess Wenyan, Princess Jinghe
Princess Wenya and others poured wine to commend their heroic performance.
Hongchang personally rewarded everyone who participated in the war for their contributions.
Although some ministers were dissatisfied with Nian Shilan, women like Shuhe were also rewarded in the same way as men.
But knowing that Hongchang was a man of his word and acted decisively, they could only suppress their dissatisfaction.
They didn't want to retire early.
Against this backdrop, women's education in the Qing Dynasty developed further.
More and more women are beginning to receive education and learn various kinds of knowledge and skills.
They are no longer limited to traditional needlework and housework.
Instead, they began to venture into various fields such as politics, economics, and culture.
More and more women are venturing out of their homes to explore new possibilities for themselves.
It's been over a year, almost two years, since Hongchang's draft.
The grand wedding of the emperor and empress was finally officially put on the agenda.
The Ministry of Rites quickly selected an auspicious day to welcome the Empress into the palace before the Lunar New Year.
Liang Wanyi has been studying at home for more than a year.
She is making thorough preparations to become a qualified empress.
Before the formal wedding, the first step is to present the betrothal gifts.
Hongchang dispatched a chief envoy and a deputy envoy to Liang Wanyi's home.
The envoy was none other than Fucha Honghan, the biological father of Fucha Peiyun.
The deputy envoy was Zhang Yanyu
The two envoys, carrying generous gifts, formally proposed marriage to Liang Wanyi's parents.
The Liang Wanyi family respectfully received the envoy, and Fucha Honghan read out the imperial edict.
This expresses the Emperor's affection and high regard for Liang Wanyi.
Liang Wanyi's parents were overjoyed and thanked her profusely.
The envoy presented the gifts he had brought, including horses, silk fabrics, and armor.
These gifts filled the entire Liang mansion to the brim.
The Liang family held a grand betrothal banquet, inviting numerous high-ranking officials to pay their respects.
Relatives, friends, and neighbors all together
Meanwhile, preparations for the wedding were being made intensively in the palace.
Fucha Peiyun, Nian Shilan, and others discussed the various details together.
We strive to make this wedding grand and perfect.
Meanwhile, the common people were also discussing the emperor's wedding.
Everyone was eagerly anticipating catching a glimpse of the Empress's splendor.
Together we will witness this grand royal occasion.
After the betrothal gifts, the grand betrothal ceremony begins.
The Ministry of Rites meticulously prepared lavish wedding gifts.
This includes horses, gold, silver, satin, and a large number of gold and silver utensils.
The chief and deputy envoys visited the Liang residence again.
He presented the gifts one by one and informed Liang Wanyi of the auspicious day for her entry into the palace.
Following this was the investiture and welcoming ceremony.
The day before, the emperor sent people to the Temple of Heaven, the Temple of Earth, and the Imperial Ancestral Temple to offer sacrifices to Heaven, Earth, and the ancestors.
On the auspicious day, the capital city was brightly decorated and bustling with activity.
Liang Wanyi wore a Dongzhu court crown, inlaid with dazzling pearls and gemstones, which made her look solemn and noble.
She wore a bright yellow silk robe with colorful clouds and golden dragon patterns.
Round neck, right-fastening front, horseshoe cuffs, and side slits.
The court robe was embroidered with colorful clouds and golden dragons, and the Twelve Symbols of Imperial Authority.
The dress features patterns of waves and cliffs, and she wears two coral beads around her neck.
A string of Eastern pearl beads, gleaming with precious stones, adds to its air of nobility.
She wore a pair of pearl earrings with three clasps on each ear, a style reserved for empresses.
There were also gold-inlaid coral necklaces, braided handkerchiefs, and pearl pendants.
Each piece was exquisitely crafted, showcasing the Empress's nobility.
She held a large red apple in her hand, symbolizing good fortune.
Surrounded by Liu'er and the others, she slowly walked out of her boudoir.
With tears in her eyes, she bid farewell to her parents and covered her head with a bright red veil embroidered with gold dragons and phoenixes.
The streets were lined with people.
With the support of everyone, Liang Wanyi
They slowly boarded a magnificent sixteen-tiered phoenix sedan chair.
The phoenix sedan chair was decorated with gold and silver threads, and a huge, bright pearl was inlaid on the top of the chair, shining brightly.
The sedan chair bearers, dressed in uniform red uniforms, moved forward steadily with neat steps, carrying the phoenix sedan chair.
With the melodious sound of the suona,
Surrounded by an honor guard, the phoenix palanquin slowly made its way toward the palace.
The phoenix palanquin arrived at the main gate of the palace. The Meridian Gate had already been opened, and Hongchang was already waiting there.
He wore a bright yellow dragon robe and a winged crown, making him appear majestic and solemn.
Upon seeing the arrival of the phoenix palanquin, he smiled slightly, a rare tenderness flashing in his eyes.
The phoenix palanquin was welcomed into the palace, slowly passing through the Meridian Gate and entering the Forbidden City.