155. Chapter 155 East Palace, Zhan Shifu washes the horse
155. Chapter 155 East Palace, Zhan Shifu Horse Washing
Author: My heart is still the same
Chapter 155 East Palace, Zhan Shifu’s Horse Wash
Is that what you meant?
Xu Chong was slightly startled.
"That's right."
Lou Youzhi explained, "These days, the two of us have tried our best to inquire about supernatural powers, but we have found nothing. After thinking about it, there are only two places where records may be recorded in the imperial court. One is in the back hall of Tianji Hall.
The Imperial Study Room."
"As for the Imperial Study Room, you also know that His Majesty has been staying in the back hall of Tianji Hall for more than ten years. No one except a few people can set foot there."
The imperial city of Daqing had an extremely large number of palaces and gardens.
The Tianji Hall of Yongqing Palace in the center is the place where large and small court gatherings are held.
Whenever he went to court, Emperor Qing would move from his palace to the back hall of Tianji Hall. When all the officials were in place, he would step out from behind the curtain and sit on the throne to listen to the government.
But when we arrived at Emperor Yongtai's place, he was too lazy to even take out the curtain.
As time passed, the golden curtain in the front hall of Tianji Hall seemed to have become a natural chasm, separating Emperor Yongtai from the officials.
If the emperor does not take a step forward, all officials will not be able to take a step forward.
Naturally, no one can set foot in the imperial study room located in the apse.
Xu Chong nodded and asked: "Where is the other one?"
"East Palace, Zhan Shifu."
Lou Youzhi replied.
Xu Chong raised his eyebrows.
Zhanshifu is the institution responsible for teaching the prince and assisting the prince of the East Palace. It is usually abbreviated by the word "East Palace".
Considering the importance of the prince to Guo Zuo, there may indeed be some undisclosed secrets in Zhan Shifu.
Xu Chong thought thoughtfully, "So, Zhan Shifu is actually a cave?"
"It should be said that the entire East Palace is inside the cave."
Lou Youzhi smiled.
Xu Chongyi raised his eyebrows, "Does the royal family value the prince so much that they actually use the entire cave to ensure his safety?"
"It's not just as simple as ensuring safety. The name of the East Palace Cave is called Jixiangtian, and the rules are good luck and good luck."
Dou Tianyuan said meaningfully, "As the controller of the cave, the prince can achieve the smoothest growth, both in terms of strength and intelligence... but it is a pity that his character and character are not included."
"Is this so..."
Xu Chong became solemn, "No wonder Emperor Yongtai is so strong."
It seems that the reason why Daqing can always be Daqing is not only the household registration system, but also the factor of this auspicious day.
The auspicious rules ensure that every Daqing emperor can stand at the top of the world.
Is the minister strong? Sorry, I am stronger than you.
Does the minister have ulterior motives? I'm sorry, I know what you're doing as soon as you poke your butt.
I can’t say that I can overshadow every generation, but I am definitely one of the best people in every generation.
This allowed the Daqing Dynasty to have only tyrants and wise kings, but never cowardly kings.
"Among them, the post of Xima (xian three sounds) in Zhan Shifu is in charge of the affairs of the Economic Affairs Bureau, responsible for the selection, compilation, editing of classics and history collections, laws and regulations, establishment of originals, copies, and storage of copies for reference...
In other words, all the books and volumes in the East Palace are collected by Xi Ma."
Lou Youzhi continued, "Now, Xi Ma is old and will soon return to his hometown."
"Such an important position will be given to someone with no qualifications like me?"
Xu Chong was a little confused.
"It is not His Majesty who would interfere in this."
Dou Tianyuan shook his head, "Don't say that Zhan Shifu has done something wrong. Even in the past few years, when Ting was promoted to the cabinet, Your Majesty didn't even bother to ask, and still let Lou Heizi criticize him... If it hadn't been for the Yongzhou incident this time, I wouldn't have done it.
You should think that His Majesty is not inside the curtain at all."
"The one who will intervene is King Qian."
Lou Youzhi answered, "Xima is an official of the East Palace after all. King Qian is worried about letting my people in... But you are different."
"You are a descendant of Taizu, and you must be respected by the king."
Dou Tianyuan smiled and said, "Although the post of washing horses is important, it is only a fifth-rank official after all. If you hadn't taken the imperial examination and entered the official position, you would have deserved the post of Zhan."
"Then my crime of killing Xie Changqing..."
Xu Chong asked thoughtfully.
"It's gone away a long time ago."
Dou Tianyuan shook his head, "Before either of us had time to write a letter, His Majesty issued a decree to pardon you."
Xu Chong's heart suddenly sank.
Emperor Yongtai, has noticed himself?!
"No need to panic."
Lou Youzhi said, "This matter was done by King Qian."
"King Qian?"
Xu Chong raised his eyebrows, "What did he do?"
"He went to find His Majesty and said that you had served as a blood-clothed guard and were loyal to the imperial court. However, you were young and ignorant and did not understand why the imperial court recruited Xie Changqing, so you became an inner demon."
Dou Tianyuan chuckled, "The act of killing is really something you have to do."
"You also said that after learning about His Majesty's good intentions, you suddenly came to your senses and imprisoned yourself in prison out of guilt..."
Lou Youzhi said, with a trace of doubt flashing in his eyes, "His Majesty, Long Yan, is overjoyed and decrees pardon."
"I see……"
Xu Chong breathed a sigh of relief.
"You boy, you are truly blessed."
Dou Tianyuan smashed his mouth.
Think about it, there are chief assistants to take care of court affairs, there are blood-clad guards to deal with private matters, and the royal family has a clan order to put in good words...
If I had had such luck back then, how much less hardship would I have endured?
"In this case, after the court meeting tomorrow, your appointment decision should come down."
Lou Youzhi said something and signaled to Dou Tianyuan.
Dou Tianyuan was also unambiguous and immediately opened a door and sent Lou Youzhi away.
After Lou Youzhi left, Xu Chong looked solemn and said seriously: "Sir, in the past year or so, has there been any conflict between Lou Xiang and Emperor Qing?"
"Not really."
Dou Tianyuan shook his head, "There are millions of wronged souls in the past, Duke An Guo and his family have been killed in the past, and the government and the public are now condemning Lou Heizi. Your Majesty has already secured victory, and there is no need to do anything more."
"You mean, if it is not useful to keep the prime minister, your majesty can replace this chief assistant at any time?"
Xu Chong felt a little heavy in his heart.
"That's right."
Dou Tianyuan sighed, "So, Lou Heizi has acted much more cautiously... Even I don't know if he is doing anything secretly."
"As long as no one knows."
Xu Chong didn't care about this.
"Don't talk about this."
Dou Tianyuan waved his hand, "I'm going to find King Qian to vent my anger. If you want, you can go visit Lu Zhong in advance."
"Lu Zhong?"
Xu Chong raised his eyebrows, "Why should I visit him?"
It's not that the death of the water ghost made him have any grudge against Lu Zhong, it really didn't matter to that extent.
"With Dongtian, the third division and three junior officers are not necessary. They basically have empty titles and do nothing. And currently there is only one prince and tutor led by Duke Cheng."
Dou Tianyuan said with a smile, "And the post of Zhan Shi in Zhan Shifu is held by Lu Zhong's students."
"You want me to become familiar with you and have Zhan take care of me so that I can act in the East Palace?"
Xu Chong understood.
"That's right, the East Palace is within the cave after all. The information that the Blood-clothed Guards can get has been obtained through several hands, so there is no point in telling you."
Dou Tianyuan nodded, "Anyway, you have had contact with Lu Zhong, and his favorite disciple was your classmate when he was a child. I guess you won't be stingy about connecting with him."
After saying this, without waiting for Xu Chong to respond, Dou Tianyuan stretched out his hand and pierced it into the void. When he pulled it out, he already had a scroll in his hand.
"It's not good to come to the door empty-handed. Let's take this as a gift."
Dou Tianyuan handed the scroll to Xu Chong, "Lü Zhong loved painting very much in his life. I got this from my house a few years ago. It is said to be the original work of Shuihua layman."
"Thank you, my subordinate."
Xu Chong didn't show any pretense and took it immediately.
After asking about the location of Lu's mansion, he said goodbye and left the general office.
At the end of Youshi.
Xu Chong appeared in front of a mansion that occupied a large area and was extremely gorgeous.
The plaque hanging on the mansion has the four characters "Rongguo Gongfu" written on it.
Yes, Lu Mansion is also called Rongguo Duke Mansion.
As for why no one calls Lu Zhong the Duke of Rong...
Because Lu Zhong's father is still alive and is now 104 years old.
This is the most survivable person Xu Chong has seen and heard since time travel, bar none.
And Lu Zhong is also eighty years old, so naturally, no one calls him the little prince.
It was getting dark at this time, and a whole wall of lamps embedded in the inside lit up, shining through the mesh on the wall. Coupled with the splendor inside, the entire Lu Mansion looked extremely luxurious.
Xu Chong stepped closer.
"May I ask your name? Are you here to visit the Duke of Guo, or Master Lu Zhonglu?"
A man dressed as a deacon smiled and spoke at the door.
"My Excellency, Xu Chong, is here to pay a special visit to Mr. Cifu. Please give me a brief report."
Xu Chong clasped his fists.
"Well."
The deacon was stunned for a moment and asked tentatively: "Your Excellency, it seems you don't know the rules of Lu Mansion?"
"Rules? What rules?"
Xu Chong frowned.
"The Duke's Mansion only receives ten visitors a day, and the number of visitors who come later may be postponed."
The deacon explained, "If it is your turn, a servant will come to notify you."
At this time, the servants on the side had already walked up.
Xu Chong didn't think much and handed the scroll over.
Anyway, it was originally meant to be given away.
The servant unfolded the scroll and asked: "May I ask which yamen you work for?"
His responsibility is to record visitor information, including gifts, as well as the visitor's origin.
"There are currently no positions available."
Xu Chong replied and asked: "When can I visit Mr. Lu?"
"No position? Then it's time to apply for a job."
The deacon thought for a moment and said, "It will probably take three months."
"..."
Xu Chong was speechless.
Three months, it would be better not to see each other.
As expected, the Gaomen Courtyard is not that easy to enter.
Xu Chong shook his head and said: "Just go and report it, just say... just say that Xu Chong came with the capital and came to visit me to see him."
When he heard the first half of the sentence, the deacon was a little impatient.
Among the Dukes' class, Rongguo Duke's Mansion is considered approachable enough.
Anyone is allowed to visit, regardless of the price of the gift, and he is willing to receive anyone.
The only rule is to limit the number of people we can meet every day.
Just like this, is there anyone who is not satisfied?
However, when he heard the second half of the sentence, the deacon was shocked.
Not everyone knows about the master’s trip to accompany the capital.
After all, in the eyes of the outside world, it was just an ordinary arrest of a rebel, with nothing to pay attention to.
"you……"
Just as the deacon was about to ask again, the servant next to him exclaimed in shock.
"Pictures of Flying Heavens! Twelve Pictures of Flying Heavens by Master Shuihua!!"
"..."
The deacon's expression changed again and again, "Are you sure?!"
"Sir, I have been keeping an eye on the door of the house for so many years, how have I ever missed it once?"
The servant swallowed his saliva and affirmed again, "It is definitely the authentic work of Shuihua Layman!"
Xu Chong came over and took a look, wondering: "Is this painting very good?"
Twelve dancing women, their postures and expressions are quite fairy-like... It would be better if their bodies were not so plump.
"..."
The servant's face turned dark.
"You may not know that my husband is very fond of paintings, especially the paintings of Shuihua layman."
The deacon did not dare to be negligent at this time, and explained with a smile, "What's more, the paintings of Master Shuihua are all carried on ordinary paper, and very few can be preserved for thousands of years... This gift from your Excellency is really precious.
"
"All right……"
Xu Chong didn't understand this kind of interest and asked: "Can you please tell me?"
"certainly."
The deacon nodded, "Your Excellency, please move to the side hall and wait a moment."
He could be sure that even if the man in front of him named Xu Chong did not know the master at all, this painting alone was enough for the master to make an exception and meet him in advance.
At that moment, Xu Chong was introduced into the Duke's Mansion, sat down in a side hall, and was served various pastries and tea.
The deacon didn't hesitate and quickly came to the main hall.
At this time, the second assistant Lu Zhong was meeting with a big man with thick eyebrows, talking and laughing about something.
"master."
The deacon shouted respectfully outside the door, "Someone has sent Shuihua Layman's Twelve Flying Heavens Pictures."
Those who can reach the position of foreign affairs deacon in the Duke's Mansion are naturally the best among the best.
If you are not sure about the relationship between Xu Chong and the master, then let’s talk with something that is certain.
"oh?"
Lu Zhong's eyes lit up, "Are you sure it's authentic?"
"I've seen it, and I'm sure it's authentic."
The deacon replied.
"Yes, this is something to be happy about."
Lu Zhong stroked his long beard and said, "What's that man's name? If you can find the authentic relic of Shuihua layman, you must be from a wealthy family..."
"The young master called himself Xu Chong and said he came from the capital, but did not explain his purpose."
The deacon answered again.
"Xu Chong?!"
Lu Zhong stood up suddenly and stared at the deacon outside the door: "Where is he? Don't tell me, you let him go!"
"Back to the master, I have already led you to the side hall and asked my servants to serve you."
The deacon answered in a deep voice, his heart extremely shocked.
He never expected that just a name could make the master lose his composure.
At the same time, I felt lucky...fortunately, someone came in.
"That's good, invite people over quickly...forget it, I'd better go by myself."
As Lu Zhong spoke, he raised his legs and took steps to walk out the door.
The big man next to him, Lu Jizhong, was dumbfounded and speechless: "Mr. Lu, I'm still here."
"You should go back first, this matter can't be rushed for a while."
Lu Zhong left without looking back.
"..."
Lu Jizhong was helpless and could only get up.
The deacon hunched over at the door, saw the opportunity and said with a smile: "The master ordered me to leave a pot of Jiyi Brew in my house, which has been prepared for Mr. Lu."
"Extreme brewing?"
Lu Jizhong's thick eyebrows trembled, and the only trace of unhappiness in his heart disappeared.
"Lü Gong's ability to recognize people is really beyond our reach."
With a sigh, Lu Jizhong followed the deacon to the gate.
He could be sure that Lu Gong never specifically ordered such a small matter, it was entirely the deacon's own initiative.
And although Jiyijiang is not a very precious thing, it can scratch his own itch... The Lu family is really full of talents.
The other side.
Lu Zhonglang smiled and walked into the side hall, "We haven't seen each other for several years, but I didn't expect that little friend Xu would still remember me."
"Lord Lu."
Xu Chong stood up, cupped his hands, and said with a smile: "My lord, your appearance is even better than before."
This statement is not entirely a compliment.
Lu Zhong looks so much younger now than when he last saw him...
"Hahaha, sit down, sit down."
Lu Zhong did not go to the main seat, so he went to sit next to Xu Chong, "Is this servant not neglecting you?"
"Your Majesty's words hold true."
Xu Chong shook his head and asked curiously: "The servants of Duke Guan's Mansion who were born late in life don't seem to have any arrogance in their hearts?"
No matter whether it was the servants and deacons I met at the door, or the few maids who served tea, water and lit incense later, there was no trace of arrogance on them.
To be honest, this reminded him of the Xu family in the past.
"Hey, it's also a helpless move."
Lu Zhong sighed, "The Lu family has been without human race for three consecutive generations. If we are still arrogant, we may be in danger of overthrowing."
I see.
Xu Chong remembered what Lu Zhong said when he was with the capital, if he didn't have some side tricks at his side, he would probably be killed by the water ghost.
The water ghost is at the fifth level of body washing, which means that Lu Zhong's real strength is not as good as the fifth level of body washing.
The dignified second assistant, one of the three princes, has not even reached the fifth level of body washing...
It's no wonder that the entire Rongguo Palace has such a low profile.
"Don't talk about this."
Lu Zhong waved his hand and said with a smile: "You haven't eaten yet? I'll ask someone to call Shunyi and just use it at home. There are no outsiders."
"You're welcome, sir."
Xu Chong declined politely and said: "Wansheng came to Beijing to take up a post this time, and he will cause a lot of trouble in the future."
Lu Zhong was not surprised by this.
After all, it is the legacy of Taizu, so any arrangements made by the royal family can be made known.
After a pause, Lu Zhong asked: "Do you know what position it is?"
"Zhan Shifu's horse washing."
Xu Chong replied.
"Zhan Shifu is good, but Xi Ma..."
Lu Zhong frowned, "This position is a bit biased."
Zhan Shifu is a vassal of the East Palace. When the prince succeeds to the throne in the future, he will follow the rising tide and become a highly respected vassal.
However, with the position of Xi Ma, there is not much opportunity for contact with the prince... Although he is a full fifth-rank official, he is not as good as admonishing from the left and right of the ninth rank.
Why did the royal family arrange this position for Xu Chong?
"Adults should know that Wansheng and Shunyi are classmates. It is a pity that he was unable to continue studying due to family changes."
Xu Chong explained without changing his expression, "This time I can take advantage of my position to make up for it a little bit."
"That's true. Shunyi once said that if you hadn't taken part in the imperial examination, he wouldn't have been able to get the third grade."
Lu Zhong nodded thoughtfully, and suddenly shouted to the door: "Here comes someone."
"master."
Immediately a servant appeared at the door.
"Go to Gongsun's house and ask Gongsun Mang to come."
Lu Zhong ordered.
After the servant took the order and left, Lu Zhongcai turned around and said with a smile: "Zhan Shi Gongsun Mang of Zhan Shifu happens to be Lao Lao's student. Let Lao Lao make some recommendations to you."
"The elders love you so much, but you are ashamed to be born late."
Xu Chong stood up and bowed.
"Seeing the outside world, seeing the outside world."
Lu Zhong also stood up and held Xu Chong up, "You can stay at home to eat now, right?"
The two looked at each other and smiled.
Xu Chong knew that Lu Zhong wanted to make friends, and Lu Zhong also knew Xu Chong's purpose of coming here.