The night breeze is cool and cool. Looking out from the height of Fan Tower, one can see the lights of half of Bianliang City. The courtyards, streets, and boat lights on the waterway send warm yellow into the night sky. = Music sounds from time to time.
It was heard that the singers from Fanlou sang soft sentences such as "I still remember the red boat trail, carrying fireworks every day" during the performance.
The lights in the room were bright, the gauze curtain was swaying slightly, and Song Yongping was raising his wine glass to drink with Ning Yi. There were two women in the room, the one beside Ning Yi was Shishi, and the one next to Song Yongping was a man named Jin.
This woman, Ruyan, is much younger than Shishi, and she is one of the most popular talented girls in Fanlou. The two of them had met when Song Yongping was in the capital last year, and he asked her to accompany him at this time.
Originally from a family of officials, he was elected at a weak age, and then he filled the vacancy in the county magistrate. At this time, Song Yongping could be said to be a young man with great ambition and high spirits. This time, the local magistrate prepared a batch of tributes.
Song Yongping went to Beijing to present his presentation, but secretly he saw that Song Yongping had some connections in Beijing, so he entrusted him to go to Beijing to do some things, which was easy and easy to show. Life is so smooth, and young people's words often contain the heroic spirit of guiding the country. In
After thanking Ning Yi for his help in Beijing and casually chatting about some poetry, he also expressed some views on Bamboo Records.
"... I have looked through history and found that since ancient times, it has been difficult to simply run a business for a long time. I also have some business at home, but it is just enough to meet the needs. Of course, my brother-in-law is here in Bianliang, so for this
The matter must be clear, and Yu Zhuji's considerations must be more thoughtful than Yongping's. For example, in the past year, Zhuji's storytellers went to the army to promote chivalry and bravery, and my younger brother agreed very much, but only among the common people.
, whether we want to publicize this matter or not, it’s a bit big after I heard the discussions outside... When doing things for people, you need to figure it out slowly..."
For Ning Yi, Song Yongping has no ill intentions after all. In a sense, his statement can be regarded as speaking from the bottom of his heart. The rapid development of Zhuji will arouse the vigilance of literati and businessmen. Song Yongping
Inheriting the official philosophy inherited from his family, he also persuaded Ning Yi to first solidify the foundation in the capital and then expand other areas.
Of course, there were things he couldn't say. For example, in Song Yongping's case, Ning Yi, as the teacher of the Prime Minister's Mansion, did not become an official no matter how famous he was. In his opinion, the fundamental reason was that Ning Yi still belonged to the Su family.
.And Su Tan'er is his cousin. As far as a gentleman is concerned, he can't say anything to let Ning Yi get rid of this identity. This persuasion started with the storyteller, to the reaction of the literati, and then to the businessmen and officials.
, the logic is still clear, which is also something that young people are proud of. Ning Yi listened carefully, nodded from time to time, and discussed a few words with Song Yongping, praising his family background.
No matter what he does, of course it takes time. Song Yongping said that he did not expect his brother-in-law to immediately express his position on what to do. But of course, he also hoped that this conversation would "benefit a lot" for Ning Yi.
The previous help was repaid. The two chatted about many things afterwards. What made Song Yongping somewhat dissatisfied was that even after talking like this, Ning Yi still casually asked him some questions about the past year.
The change in business transactions is obviously due to the habit of concentrating on business.
Of course, since he has the status of marrying into the family, he has no choice but to go into business. Even if he can associate with many dignitaries due to the relationship with the prime minister's house, it will be difficult for him to rise in status. Song Yongping can still understand Ning Yi's behavior, so that this
When he was drunk at night, he even said to Jin Ruyan: "My brother-in-law is indeed a very powerful person, but it's a pity...that his identity has tied him down..."
Song Yongping was somewhat proud of Ning Yi's words that night, so much so that when he went to Henan Prefecture to visit his father on the way back soon, he even said it happily, but his father Song Mao scolded him.
A meal.
"...You sister and brother-in-law can set up such a big stall in the capital and have contacts with the prime minister's house. How can you, a child with a yellow mouth, have no place to comment on superficial words! Such simple truths cannot be understood by others.
, what kind of place do you think the Right Prime Minister's Mansion is? How could your brother-in-law not understand! What he is doing now is a bit strange for a father, but these words of yours are really ridiculous... That's all. Please tell me what you said.
Tell me again and again!"
Song Yongping was scolded, so he had no choice but to recall what happened that day, retell the whole story in detail, and then talk about the subsequent chat. Song Mao frowned, while Song Yongping spoke, and then he also frowned:
"If...if it is true as my father said, things are not simple, then...could it be that the Prime Minister's Office is preparing for war?"
Song Mao glanced at him and said nothing. Song Yongping continued his own analysis: "My father still remembers that when I was young, I once said that the Khitan and the Jurchens are both tigers and wolves. It is better to show the enemy strength than to show weakness. At that time,
I said that a war between the north and the south was inevitable, but in fact I was just trying to attract publicity. Later, as I became more knowledgeable, I saw that the dust between the Liao and Jin Dynasties had settled down, and our court also took various measures such as recruitment and peace edicts. Every time I thought about war, my thoughts became dull..."
Song Maodao: "If what you said is true, it can explain why your brother-in-law expanded the Bamboo Records like that. It seems to be the intention of the Prime Minister."
"It's just that why the prime minister's office is so sure that the Jin man will go south. If he bets his wealth and ignores his future, what good will it do..."
Officials, no matter what they do, always consider the way out, just like Tan Zhen's recruitment edict. If it is done well, it will be an achievement, and it will prevent the possibility of the Jin people going south. If it is done wrong, it will not offend others. But Zhu Ji
The development of the two is different. It is an extremely self-interested behavior. It is as if some people predict that a critical moment is coming. Therefore, the meaning of the two kinds of preparations is completely different. And what is more important in this
Song Yongping still couldn’t figure out the many meanings.
Song Maodao: "No matter what they think, you are in Xiangzhou, which is the way to the north. Your brother-in-law asked you about the changes in local merchants, either for their Zhuji business, or because he was checking the information he had with you. If
The news about my father here is good. After the imperial edict, your business recovered very quickly, and it is even better than before the disaster..."
Song Yongping nodded: "It has improved...by about 30 to 40%."
Song Mao also nodded: "If the Jin people really go south and break Yanmen Pass, the north will become a battlefield. At that time, there will still be strife in the army. Everyone is chasing profit and saving their lives. They will do anything. You
Do you remember the business warfare methods used by the Prime Minister in previous disaster relief? It was done by your brother-in-law. This time, a large number of businessmen were introduced to the north. There are businessmen with money and interests, and more people are suffering from it. If there are
Your brother-in-law and the prime minister are pushing for it. I’m afraid that’s not surprising.”
Song Yongping fell silent. Song Mao patted him on the shoulder with satisfaction: "It's not you who can use the shopping mall to this extent, whether it's your brother-in-law or the people in the prime minister's office. They are so sophisticated and have such a broad layout.
This child with a yellow mouth can only imagine it. Learn from it with an open mind."
"Then...if we really get into a fight, father, what should I do..."
Song Mao waved his hand: "It is unlikely that the Jin people will really defeat him. This matter concerns the whole world. Everyone will think about it. You don't have to worry too much. Just be your county magistrate. If you get entangled with this matter, the future of the Jin people will be affected."
, but you missed the political agenda, and the gain outweighs the loss. If possible, just forget about it!"
Although his father said this, Song Yongping still paid more or less attention to this matter after returning. He read several military books, surveyed the terrain under his rule in detail, and calculated the operation of food reserves and the transportation of soldiers. Not long after arriving,
, but it played a big role.
But this is a topic for later, so I won’t mention it for now.
The night when time returned to Fanlou, Jin Ruyan was not an absolute henchman. He did not reject a young and promising official like Song Yongping who had some inclinations in the past. That night, Song Yongping got drunk and left with Jin Ruyan.
After that, Ning Yi and Shishi stood by the terrace upstairs for a while. The wind blew over, which aroused some drunkenness. Ning Yi looked at the lights all over the city and smiled softly: "I, my brother-in-law, still have some knowledge.
"
Shishi stood aside and looked at him. In the light of the lights downstairs, the man standing next to him was holding the railing with his hands and tapping lightly with his fingers. He seemed to have a scornful aura. But also because of the effect of the wine, many
Many complex emotions seemed to be tumbling in those eyes. The thoughts in his heart and the many things he was planning... were still vague and inaccessible.
Shishi had seen similar expressions in the eyes of some high-ranking officials. Naturally, she would not say anything bad about Song Yongping, and smiled slightly: "But what he said, Li Heng said
I have already thought it through..."
"It's not clear." Ning Yi shook his head, "There are some things that I hope I've made a mistake in, and sometimes I think I might have made a mistake. In that case, I might have to leave Beijing in two years.
Already."
"Leaving Beijing?"
"Well, take your wife and children and leave here. If you can do this..." Ning Yi was silent for a long time, then thought of something and laughed, "Master..."
Shishi was still digesting the meaning of what he just said, when he raised his head and said, "Huh?"
Ning Yi just looked at her, and something else came to his mind. Ning Yi didn't know much about the history of the Song Dynasty, but of course he knew the name Li Shishi. As a woman who can leave a name for thousands of years, one of them is
Because of her scandal with the emperor, both because of her loyalty and compassion. It was said that the Jin people went south, and this woman was taken into the Jin camp and committed suicide by swallowing a hairpin. If you want to stop these things, it is possible.
Here comes the rescue.
Ning Yi could vaguely see the second item in the rumor from this woman, but it was just the first item. Where should the scandal with the emperor fall? Maybe it was different after all? Or maybe a guest that Shishi knew.
, is the emperor who paid a private visit incognito? He looked at his master, thought about it in his mind, and finally just shook his head and smiled. This is the real world he lives in after all, he really thinks too much...
The master waited for a moment, but saw no words from him, and said softly: "At Li Heng's house, is sister Xiaochan about to give birth?"
"Well, I have to go back later and talk to her and the baby in her belly."
"say?"
"There is a saying called prenatal education." Ning Yi explained to her with a smile, "It is said that when a woman is pregnant, when she is about to give birth, the child can already feel the surrounding environment and the mother's joy. So lately, it has always been
Go home and stay with her, and teach Ning Xi that the one in your belly is his brother or sister. The child is quite happy and should be a good brother."
"...I have never heard of such a statement." Shishi smiled strangely, "There are many people who come here when the wife is pregnant..."
The wind blew over and touched the woman's hair and clothes. Shishi stood there, holding her right arm with her left hand. Her body was thin and her clothes were also thin. At this time, she looked like a fairy controlling the wind.
It just seemed a little lonely. The two chatted and laughed for a while, and Ning Yi waved and left, asking her not to send more gifts.
The city was still full of lights below. Shishi stood upstairs and watched Ning Yi's carriage go out from the side door downstairs, drive onto the road, pass through the crowd, and finally disappear into the bustling Bianliang. Waiting at the man's home,
He is a gentle and lovable wife and child, and soon in the early autumn, he will also reap another joy.
So, where will my joy be?
She looked at the lights and thought with blurred eyes.
At the same moment, Zhou Zhe set foot on the imperial city that had closed its palace gates, looking down at this huge, glorious city, which belonged to his country. Everything made him feel magnificent and gorgeous as before. Every time he saw it, he could
It made his desire to become the King of Eternity become more and more firm.
He stretched out his hand. The past was chaotic and the future was blurry. But he knew that he would eventually overcome all of this...
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Outside Yanmen Pass, the sky is filled with stars.
Zhou Tong stood outside the tent, looking back at the towering mountains in the darkness. After leaving the customs, everything seemed desolate, although now, these places were the land of the Wu Dynasty.
This year, the old man is eighty-two years old.
For many things, last year, he traveled north of the Wu Dynasty. Originally, the leader of the Great Light Sect was still looking for him to fight, but unexpectedly, a junior killed Sikong Nan, so that Lin Zongwu had to go south to fight with the enemy.
He has lost many things in the fight. Talented people emerge from generation to generation. He has seen such changes many times. The important thing is that there are always new heroes appearing.
Because of all the suspicions about the Jin people, he wanted to go to the north, leave Yanmen Pass, leave the Wu Dynasty, and see if the Jin people would really attack the Wu Dynasty. He was already at such an age, leaving the Wu Dynasty where he had been spending his whole life.
If you go to such a land of tigers and wolves, even if you are a master, you may encounter various accidents, and the biggest accident may be destiny.
Fulu and Zuo Wenying still followed him.
"If I die in a foreign land, you must burn me and then bring my ashes here so that I will not be buried in a foreign land." This was the old man's instruction to the two of them with a smile.
At that moment, he had been preparing to go north for a while...
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In July, the capital of the Jin Kingdom was Huining.
In the cool morning, Xu Zerun, the envoy of the Wu Dynasty, tidied up his clothes and walked into the newly built, simple capital of the Jin Dynasty. He came with a mission and had been going north for three months. In order to promote the permanent peace between Jin and Wu. , normal trade, he brought a lot of gold, silver, porcelain, and silk, visited almost every Jin minister's mansion he could, and bribed many people. Today, Jin Emperor Wu Qimai finally wanted to meet him in person to finalize the deal. all of these.
This is the moment when the dust has settled.
It is also the beginning of everything... (To be continued, please search Piao Tian Literature, the novel is better and updated faster!