The head of Duting Pavilion showed great enthusiasm towards Liu Jing and showed great care all the way. He led Liu Jing and his party into a pavilion with a deep and wide courtyard and connected houses.
The head of the capital pavilion introduced Liu Jing: "Liu Jun, this house has eight bedrooms, which is enough to accommodate Liu Jun and his entourage." Then he added: "This house has just been built not long ago. It is neat and clean inside and outside, without filth, and free from illness.
In case of plague, Mr. Liu can stay here with peace of mind."
Liu Jing looked at the surrounding environment, nodded and smiled: "Can you hope for a better place than here? Thank you for treating me and other people from far away."
The head of the Duting Pavilion smiled and said: "Liu Jun is the crown prince of Jingnan scholars, and his name is very important in Jingzhou. How dare you not do your best to relieve your worries?"
Liu Jing raised his eyebrows when he heard this. His eldest brother Du Xi once commented that he was "the crown of Jingnan scholars". Du Xi lived in the same hometown of Xiangyang and had many friends. He would correspond with them almost every one or two months. Maybe this was true.
It was spread from him.
It could also be other people, such as Deng You, Zhuge Xuan...etc.
Anyway, it can't be Song Zhong, it's just Lai Gong. In the eyes of the two of them, he is completely "a rotten wood that cannot be carved." Since he was replaced by Tao Zhong, he has corresponded with the two of them frequently. Maybe they have changed their minds, but
It may not necessarily change the previous impression all of a sudden.
Liu Jing settled down in Duting for a while, then left his residence by car and went to visit Song Zhong and Lai Gong's mansion. Unfortunately, Song Zhong was on duty in the state capital, so Liu Jing was assassinated and went to Lai Gong's mansion instead, which happened to be
Xiumu was at home, so he finally didn't let him fall short again.
"Liu Langjun?" After receiving the report from the door servant, the prison slave of Lai Mansion sent someone to inform his master Lai Gong and rushed to the gate to greet him. When he stepped out of the gate, he saw a tall figure, handsome features, and a very elegant demeanor.
The good Liu Jing was stunned on the spot.
Liu Jing once lived in the Lai Mansion for a period of time. Although this young man from Changsha was not disliked by everyone in the Lai Mansion, he was not popular with everyone. After all, he ate and drank freely in the house all day long and had an unpleasant personality.
Hi, who would like such a person?
However, except for the vague appearance, the person in front of him has no other similarities. It is as if he has completely changed. He now considers himself Liu Jing's brother, which is probably more acceptable to others.
Liu Jingpo found it funny. This trip to Xiangyang was probably going to shock everyone. He said, "I haven't seen you for more than a year. How are you doing?"
After hearing what he said, the prison slave finally confirmed that he was Liu Jing, bowed and saluted: "Liu Lang, Liu Jun... the master is in the living room, please follow me."
Liu Jing nodded and followed the prison slave to the back courtyard. To his surprise, Lai Gong stood outside the hall to greet him. Liu Jing changed from strolling in the courtyard, walked forward quickly, bowed calmly, and said: "I'm so ashamed.
, Mr. Laolai was actually there to welcome you."
Lai Gong taught him for a period of time, and Liu Jing could call him "teacher". However, because Liu Jing did not formally worship him as his teacher, he later asked Liu Jing to join Song Zhong's sect and never regarded himself as a teacher.
Liu Jing secretly speculated that it was probably because Lai Gong was ashamed to have a student like him that he refused to be called his teacher.
Lai Gong warmly hugged Liu Jing, looked up and down for a while, and then said with emotion: "Zhongda has changed so much, it's unbelievable." Even though he had been mentally prepared, he still felt the same when he actually saw Liu Jing in person.
It's incredible.
Lai Gong is seven feet three inches tall. He used to be about the same height as Liu Jingxiang, but now he is more than half a head shorter. Liu Jing's height has increased again this year, reaching seven feet seven inches, which is about 1.77 meters. He is not short even in modern times.
Well, in the Han Dynasty, he was definitely outstanding. However, the potential of this body has basically reached its limit, and it is difficult to continue to grow taller.
Liu Jing said: "Perhaps my brother died of illness, which made me regret."
Lai Gong was quite convinced in his heart, and only for this reason could he explain it slightly. He said: "Zhongda, come with me quickly."
Lai Gong invited him to sit down and asked, "Zhongda, have you just arrived in Xiangyang? If you don't have a place to stay yet, you can stay at my house temporarily."
Liu Jing shook his head and said: "Thank you very much, Mr. Lai, for your kindness. I am going north this time, and I have a lot of followers. They have already settled in Duting."
Lai Gong nodded and asked again: "Have you gone to Song Zhongzi's place?"
Liu Jingjing nodded and replied: "I've been there, but it's a pity that Master Song is not at home."
Lai Gong asked about Lai Ci and Hu Tou. Liu Jing casually chatted with him about the current situation of his sister-in-law and nephew, and handed Lai Ci's letter to him.
Lai Gong did not open it in a hurry. He temporarily put the letter in the corner of the desk and continued to have an in-depth conversation with Liu Jing. Lai Gong found that no matter what they talked about, Liu Jing answered fluently. This kind of calmness could not be faked. He already had a celebrity.
His style. No wonder he is now hailed as the crown of Jingnan scholars by the outside world, and he is worthy of his reputation.
The two started talking about family affairs and the general trend of the world. At this point, Liu Jing talked more and more, while Lai Gong talked less and less. He was so shocked that he seemed to have turned into an ignorant boy in front of Liu Jing.
Put your hands up and listen.
When Liu Jing stopped talking, Lai Gong felt in his heart that "listening to your words is worth ten years of reading." He stood up excitedly, held Liu Jing's hand, and said: "Zhongda, with your words
Talent should not stay in Changsha, come to Xiangyang!"
Liu Jing showed no expression on his face, smiled and shook his head and said: "I am the Chief Registrar of Changsha, and I have a prominent position in the county. Even if I intend to come to Xiangyang, the Lord may not be willing to let me go."
Lai Gong said angrily: "Does Zhang Changsha still dare to force you to stay?"
"Let's not talk about this. Mr. Lai, I have come here to ask for something. I wonder if Mr. Lai can agree?" Liu Jing said slowly: "The six ancient rites of wedding ceremonies are the first to receive the color. I have no close relatives or elders.
, so I hope Lai Jun can go and accept the lottery from Deng on your behalf."
"Etiquette·Shi Wedding" says: "Weddings are made with geese." Zheng Xuan noted: "If you want to get married to that person, you must first ask the matchmaker to understand his words, and then the female family agrees to it.
Then let people accept their choice."
Today, gifts are no longer limited to geese. From wine to rice to auspicious animals and birds, there can be as many as thirty kinds of gifts, each with a tribute and a praise.
"Okay." Lai Gong was very willing to help Liu Jing and agreed immediately.
Liu Jingzhan smiled and said, "Thank you so much, Mr. Lai, I can finally feel relieved."
The two chatted for a while, and Lai Gong took the opportunity to test: "Zhongda, Bo Ming has been dead for more than a year. Life in this world is like light dust and weak grass. You cannot always wallow in pain and work hard. Although ancient etiquette"
"A husband has the right to remarry, and a wife has no right to marry again." However, Li Ji is only twenty-four years old this year. It would be too hard for her to live in austerity for the rest of her life. She is grieving Bo Ming now and can't help herself, and I won't force her.