In the long history of the Tang Dynasty, outstanding figures emerged one after another.
Zhang Jiuling is definitely an important member of it that cannot be ignored.
There was Fang Du in Zhenguan, and there were two Zhangs in Kaiyuan. Zhang Jiuling, which is one of the "two Zhangs"... His political career will not be repeated, but his status in the literary world alone should not be underestimated. He was the founder of the Lingnan poetry school. His poem "The bright moon is born on the sea, and the ends of the world share this time" has been passed down through the ages and has become a good sentence sung among countless people.
Yang Shouwen didn't expect that he would meet Zhang Jiuling in this Taibodu.
At this time, Zhang Jiuling was only in his ten years, but his words and deeds had already revealed a different kind of charm.
During the reign of Emperor Xuanzong of Tang Dynasty, whenever he appointed a prime minister, he would ask: How good is his character compared to Zhang Jiuling?
"If the Zhengshilang is in a dilemma, then I will think of other ways."
Seeing that Yang Shouwen had not answered for a long time, Zhang Jiuling prepared to bow his farewell.
Yang Shouwen woke up and hurriedly stopped Zhang Jiuling and said with a smile: "Mr. Zhang, please come with me to board the boat. Anyway, the boat is very big, so it's okay to have a few more people. However, we are not simply crossing the river, but are preparing to take a boat to the Guantang River and go straight to the Dantu."
Zhang Jiuling was overjoyed and hurriedly said, "It's okay, it's okay... We go north and we must cross the river in Dantu."
Yang Shouwen nodded and signaled Lu Chengzhi to take Zhang Jiuling and others on board.
"That's my boat."
Mingxiu was on the side and couldn't help complaining: "Qingzhi, you are too rude. At least you should ask me the master."
"Oh, it's getting late, let's board the ship too."
Yang Shouwen rolled his eyes and headed straight for the pleasure boat without hesitation.
Yang Shouwen was very curious about Zhang Jiuling.
To be honest, Yang Shouwen is not very familiar with this famous person who has left a strong mark in history.
What he knew about Zhang Jiuling was more like the song "The Moon Birth on the Sea". Apart from that, he was not clear about his deeds.
This is a famous official in Kaiyuan who assisted Emperor Xuanzong of Tang to create the Kaiyuan prosperous era.
After Zhang Jiuling's death, Li Linfu took over the position. Coincidentally, all the loyal and traitors in history actually had an intersection with Yang Shouwen. This made Yang Shouwen very interesting, and he also wanted to know more about Zhang Jiuling.
However, Yang Shouwen would not show too much enthusiasm, which would make Zhang Jiuling look alert.
After he boarded the ship, he was led to the deck by Mingxiu.
On the deck of the bow of the boat, there were fruits and wine. After the two of them sat down, the pleasure boat slowly drove away from Taibodu.
"Silang, where is your aunt?"
Yang Shouwen didn't see Mingxi and felt a little strange.
Mingxiu took a sip of wine and said with a smile: "My aunt is a disciple of the Wudou Rice Sect, so it is impossible for her to wander around with me. She was in Juefei Temple before to help us guard Youxian Palace. Now that the matter of Traveling Youxian Palace has finished, she has returned to Longhu Mountain."
"Longhu Mountain?"
"Well, the mansion of Zhang Tianshi, the Five Dok Rice Sect.
Now, the Jiangzuo Tianshi family is gradually declining, but the Zhang Tianshi branch has gradually supported the inheritance of the Tianshi lineage. My Ming clan was awarded the title of the Hundred and Fifty Generals of the Immortals back then, and it was originally the Hemingdu Master. Now that Zhang Tianshi has obtained the orthodox, we may be obeying the edict. My aunt entered the Tao since she was a child and needed to go to Longhu Mountain to receive the ordinance before she could be considered as the Taoist throne."
"oh?"
Yang Shouwen was not very clear about the essays in the Five Dok Rice Cult, so he was not very interested.
He smiled and said softly: "Your aunt did not hesitate to practice hard in Concubine Temple, and then ventured into Youxian Palace, for fear that it was not just for the "Records of the Buddha Kingdom".
Mingxiu heard this and was silent!
He glanced at Yang Shouwen, suddenly turned the subject, raised his glass and smiled, "Come on, have wine, eat wine!"
Humph. I just know...
Yang Shouwen did not continue to ask, because it might involve some things in the Five Dok Rice Sect. He didn't want to cause trouble for himself. The reason why he talked about this was because of Mingxi. He had known Mingxi for a short time and had not had much contact. But for some reason, Yang Shouwen was very curious about this cold female crown.
But Mingxi is Mingxiu's aunt after all. She asked too many questions and could not be misunderstood.
Longhu Mountain...isn’t that the Taoist temple for later generations?
This religious matter is the most complicated.
Yang Shouwen thought about it and decided to stay out of it!
...
It was already bright.
But it was gloomy and there was no sunshine.
In the middle of autumn, the weather in Jiangnan is unpredictable. Yesterday was clear, but it had turned into dark clouds this morning.
By noon, the drizzle was drizzling.
Yang Shouwen and Mingxiu had to withdraw the banquet and return to the cabin.
"I've been waiting for you for a night and I'm almost sleepy... Let's go and have a rest, we'll have to walk two more days on the waterway."
Mingxiu said goodbye to Yang Shouwen and returned to his room.
Yang Shouwen was also a little sleepy!
Speaking of which, he had not closed his eyes for two days. He got news in Changshu the day before yesterday, and rushed back to Changzhou day and night, and then hurriedly set off and drove around the sky and moon. Although he practiced the golden toad guidance technique, his spirit was much stronger than that of ordinary people. However, even if he was hit by iron, he could not bear the consumption of this kind.
"The conscript keeps up."
Just as Yang Shouwen was about to return to the room to rest, he was stopped.
The person who looked for him turned out to be Zhang Jiuling.
Yang Shouwen was quite surprised and looked at the other party in confusion. He and Zhang Jiuling only met today. What else is there to do when he was looking for him?
"Dare you ask the Conqueror, but at the General Immortals' Meeting, Yang Qingzhi, who has been drunk with hundreds of poems?"
"Oh, it's right down."
"Ah!" Zhang Jiuling's face suddenly showed an excited look, and his expression was alive, as if the fans of later generations met their idols. He seemed a little helpless and bowed quickly, "When the student was in Guangzhou, I heard that the name of the Zhengshilang was famous. It is really true that he was able to meet here today... I would also like to ask the Zhengshilang to be bowed by the student."
Yang Shouwen was stunned for a moment, and then suddenly realized.
He quickly stopped Zhang Jiuling and said in surprise: "Has my poem been passed down to Lingnan?"
"Yes!" Zhang Jiuling's face turned red and seemed very excited. He said excitedly: "The student heard about the deeds of the Congman in Guangzhou's governor's mansion a few days ago. The servant praised the Congman's Ailian and often mentioned it in front of the students. The student went north this time because of the scientific examination two years later, so he went to Luoyang to prepare in advance."
When Yang Shouwen heard this, he couldn't help but look up and down at Zhang Jiuling's eyes.
"Does Mr. Zhang take the scientific examination?"
“That’s right.”
"That happens that I will return to Luoyang this time. If you don't dislike it, just go with me. You can also take some care of it."
"Ah, is it really OK?"
Zhang Jiuling's body trembled with excitement.
He took two deep breaths, and then carefully took out a roll of paper from his shoulder bag.
"This is a student's previous work. If the Investigation Officer has time, please give me some corrections."
Hey. Am I actually qualified to correct other people’s articles?
Yang Shouwen hesitated for a moment, took the roll of paper from Zhang Jiuling, and then smiled at him and said, "I dare not take the corrections, I will definitely appreciate it. Mr. Zhang must have not had a rest all night, so why not take a good rest first and then let's talk."
"Then, the students won't disturb the Congman."
Zhang Jiuling turned and left, while Yang Shouwen watched his back disappear, and then turned around and returned to his room.
As soon as he sat down, he heard someone knocking on the door.
Lu Chengzhi's voice came from outside the house. "Alang, can you rest?"
"Oh, Hachiro... come in."
As Yang Shouwen's voice fell, the door opened.
Lu Chengzhi walked into the room, then closed the door and smiled and said, "Has Alang not rest yet?"
"Oh, I just came back." As he spoke, he raised the paper in his hand and said, "I just got the article from Jiuling, and was just saying that I wanted to appreciate it."
"Ha. Sure enough!"
Lu Chengzhi showed a slight look on his face, and took the document and said, "I knew that if he knew Ah Lang's identity, he would definitely present the document."
"Rules?"
Yang Shouwen was stunned. "What is the running script?"
Lv Chengzhi sat down and smiled and said, "This is a trend in our dynasty. Our dynasty's imperial examinations are divided into Jinshi and Mingjing. In comparison, the Jinshi examination has the best prospects and the most participants are also involved. One of the key points of judgment is the pros and cons of literary words. In addition to the chief examiner, people with status in the literary world can also recommend talents and influence rankings.
This is called "Tongbang".
As he said that, Lu Chengzhi sighed, "I thought about the time when I was present, but unfortunately the lyrics were not good, and no one recommended them."
He put down the scroll in his hand and whispered: "However, Zhang Jiuling is really a person who is interested."
Yang Shouwen's previous joy disappeared all of a sudden.
He closed his eyes and thought about Zhang Jiuling's performance just now, and suddenly he smiled.
Zhang Jiuling was extremely demeanor and could tell at a glance that he was a proud person. He was about the same age as him, even older than Yang Shouwen. However, the joy he showed before seemed to be inconsistent with his personality and demeanor.
After hearing what Lu Chengzhi said, Yang Shouwen understood Zhang Jiuling’s intention.
He wanted to use himself as a stepping stone... If Yang Shouwen had a good relationship with him, he would comment a few more words and submit a business paper in Luoyang in the future. He was born in Shaozhou and had no acquaintances in Luoyang, so someone needed to recommend it.
Yang Shouwen is undoubtedly the best candidate.
If you think so, most of the excitement and admiration that Zhang Jiuling had shown before were fake.
"Okay, let's not talk about him anymore. Hachiro has something to ask me for?"
Lu Chengzhi nodded and said softly: "Alang, I'm here to remind you. Judging from the attitude of that young master Ming, I think he is not just here to send you. I guess he may go to Luoyang with you, so you should be prepared."
"ah?"
Yang Shouwen was stunned, "How do you know?"
Lu Chengzhi smiled slightly and pointed to his eyes, "I have been a county magistrate for three years, so I don't lack this vision."
Yang Shouwen was silent!
He nodded and said in a deep voice: "Haruo, I will pay attention to this matter."
"Alang has been running around these two days, and I think it's hard to come. Let's take a break first, I'll say goodbye."
After Lu Chengzhi finished speaking, he stood up and left.
Chapter completed!