My older brother is Gao Huan.

Chapter 488 The Li Family Twin Pearls
No one said anything more.

The Li family of Zhao County has already taken action, so what else is there to say?

It is said that the Han people have four major surnames, but in fact, after Emperor Xiaowen, there should be five major surnames.

The handsome, middle-aged man in front of me has an extraordinary family background.

Li Xizong.

His great-grandfather, Li Shun, was able to rival Cui Hao, who held the official position of Minister of Works, during the reign of Emperor Taiwu. Li Shun's son, Li Yi, had a somewhat ambiguous relationship with Empress Dowager Wenming.

In fact, it was quite common for empresses dowager to keep male lovers during this period; it was not uncommon.

His father, Li Xian, was also doing alright. He was a sympathizer of the powerful minister Gao Zhao. After being impeached by the censors, he was still transferred to the position of governor of Yangzhou and appointed as the Grand General of Huainan. However, he was implicated in the failed rebellion of his son-in-law, Prince Anle, Yuan Jian, and was ordered to commit suicide by Empress Dowager Ling.

This is what caused the heavy blow to Li Xizong's branch of the family. As a descendant of a disgraced official, he had a difficult career and, to avoid the war, brought his wife and children to the frontier of the Great Wei to seek refuge with his cousin.

"Then I'll go back and make some preparations."

Li Xizong spoke up.

“Then I will trouble you, Brother Jingxuan. This is a golden opportunity. If there were no women of marriageable age in my clan, I would not need to trouble you.”

Lu Hui's words are true.

Aren't there many clear examples under Gao Yu's command?

The Yang family of Hongnong is the most typical example.

The complete annihilation of a powerful clan by Erzhu Rong in Luoyang would be a devastating blow, even for the most prominent families. The loss of their top leaders would be a devastating blow, making recovery extremely difficult in the short term.
but……

At present, the Yang family of Hongnong is destined to become prominent.

Yang Yin became a minister at a young age, and his sister Yang Lingyi married Gao Yu at an early age.

With successful examples right in front of us, why not learn from them?

What does it matter if there are one or two women in the clan? As long as they can protect the clan for decades, it doesn't matter if it's one or two, or even one or two cartloads of them. Sending all the eligible women in the clan into the palace is fine.

What is Gao Yu?
Barring any unforeseen circumstances, he will replace the Great Wei and rule the world.

Sending women to the emperor is a sure-fire way to make money.

The words were a bit harsh and offensive.

However, Li Xizong was also clear that Lu Hui had no ill intentions. Just like the Yang family of Hongnong, Lu Cao was so brave and skilled that Gao Yu would definitely give him an important position. If another woman from the Lu family married Gao Yu, she would become an imperial relative and become even more distinguished.

Who among these people wouldn't envy them?

After giving a slight bow, Li Xizong hurriedly left.

Li Xizong hurried to the inner courtyard and called out, "Zuyi, Zu'e."

Hearing the noise, the door creaked open and two girls came out of the room.

The two girls were fair-skinned, beautiful, and poised. What was most striking was their striking resemblance to each other, as if they were cut from the same mold. Unless one knew them very well, it would be difficult to tell them apart at a glance.

She's described as a young girl, but she's probably not even in her early teens yet; if you look closely, you can see she still has downy hair around her mouth.

"Father."

Two young girls approached Li Xizong, their bright eyes and white teeth gazing at him with lively expressions.

Li Xizong was also conflicted and in pain.

The two girls are twins (modified). Their appearance was different from ordinary people from a young age. Even when they were just learning to speak, it was clear that they would definitely have the appearance of a "femme fatale". As the two girls grew older, their facial features gradually opened up, and their appearance became more and more outstanding.

If he hadn't been forced into this situation, how could he have been willing to give away his precious daughter?
They even gave away two at once.

But no way.

He sighed, "Have the maids help you two wash up, then go to the mansion to serve the Prime Minister in bed."

Li Zuyi and Li Zue remained calm. "Father instructed us long ago, and we have been prepared for this for a long time."

The more obedient and well-behaved his two daughters were, the more uneasy Li Xizong felt. He sighed again and said, "You two have been beautiful since childhood. In this chaotic world, if you marry ordinary people, it will only bring trouble. Only a hero like the Prime Minister can protect you two sisters."

"You two need not worry. The Prime Minister is known for his benevolence and will not make things difficult for you. Besides, the Prime Minister is handsome..."

Li Xizong himself was a very handsome man.

The Li clan of Zhao County produced many handsome men and beautiful women during this period, especially the beauties, who were all recorded in historical records for their outstanding appearance. Historical records are generally very concise, so it is already quite rare to be recorded for one's appearance, let alone for a woman.

However, these reasons seem more like what Li Xizong used to convince himself.

Li Zu'e's voice still seemed to carry a hint of childish innocence. She stepped forward and said, "Father, my sister and I understand this principle. Mother has also told us that beautiful women have always been a source of trouble. If we want to live a carefree life, this is the only way. Besides, the Prime Minister is famous throughout the land, and my sister and I are also deeply impressed by such a hero."

"That's good..."

………………

The party dispersed.

Ancient wines did have a low alcohol content, but you still couldn't drink them all the time.

Gao Yu was currently in a state between being drunk and slightly tipsy; his mind was clear, but his steps were somewhat unsteady.

"Prime Minister, please be careful. I have already ordered that a place for you to rest has been prepared."

Lu Hui was very respectful.

Gao Yu nodded and said politely, "There's no need for such trouble. I feel bad for Lord Lu for working so hard and bringing me here. Please go back and rest as well."

Lu Hui led Gao Yu to a house in a courtyard. "This house is prepared for the Prime Minister. I will take my leave now. Please rest well, Prime Minister."

"Lord Lu, please go."

Gao Yu waved his hand and pushed the door open to go inside.

It was indeed carefully cleaned, and the house still had a faint fragrance, but why was there no one else there?

Gao Yu looked around.

Then he chuckled softly.

"No matter where I go, the local powerful families are eager to send me women. It is said that since ancient times, the land of Yan and Zhao has produced many generous and tragic heroes. The powerful families of Youzhou have some backbone. They don't rely on women, right? That's interesting."

After walking for a while, Gao Yu's mind became much clearer.

After dealing with things here, he will head south back to Ye City.

He was going to attend the wedding hosted by Gao Yang, and Yang Yin was also there.

I also need to take some time to inspect the Hebei region and see how well the Fubing (府兵) system is being implemented there.

Constantly transferring troops from Shandong is ultimately too exhausting. If the implementation of the Fubing system in Hebei goes smoothly, it's essentially like conscripting soldiers locally, reducing the hardships of marching and greatly alleviating logistical pressure for the soldiers.

"I heard that Emperor Tianbao also followed my example in Guanzhong and implemented the Fubing system. I wonder how effective it was."

Gao Yu had already learned that Erzhu Rong was imitating him.

They even knew that Yuwen Tai was among those in charge of this matter.

He was originally copying the historical figure Yuwentai, but now it seems like Yuwentai is copying himself.

Gao Yu sat down on the edge of the bed, then leaned back without any regard for his image, lying face down on his back.

It was indeed the soft touch of the bedding, but then I immediately felt something underneath it.

Startled, Gao Yu immediately stood up and shouted angrily, "Who is it! Come out now!"

"Prime Minister, do not panic..."

A girl's childish voice rang out, followed by two heads suddenly popping out from under the covers.

Gao Yu was taken aback.

There are many beautiful women in the backyard of Tian Ce Mansion. Gao Yu has seen too many beauties in his years of fighting in the north and south.

The person in front of him was so beautiful that he was momentarily dazed.

There are two, actually!

twin.

This is the first time I've ever seen this.

(End of this chapter)