Shen Tang, Liu Xiangling, the iron-blooded traitor in the Southern Song Dynasty Chapter 196 The two reminisce about the old days, Lu You borrows the house
Chapter 196 The two reminisce about the old days, Lu You borrows the house
Chapter 196: The two reminisce about old times, and Lu You borrows a place to stay
After the banquet ended, Tang Wan and Liu Xiangling went to talk by themselves, while Shen Tang and Lu You drank tea and talked.
After chatting for a while, Lu You suddenly said: "Brother Xian, it is unwise for you to offend the Changguo Mansion in this way."
"Although the current status of the Duke of the country cannot be compared with that of the founding of the country, the power it represents is also extremely huge! Moreover, it is intricately linked, and the relationship even goes back to more than a hundred years ago. Although I am not afraid, I am afraid that I will It’s a little more troublesome.”
"I just can't bear Mr. Dongpo's descendants to be bullied like this!" Shen Tang said with a faint smile, "Besides, this Song Dynasty has laws after all. Although Chang Guogong is strong, he can't cover the sky with one hand in Lin'an City! As for the Any minor troubles will naturally be blocked by soldiers and covered by water and earth, so there is nothing to be afraid of!"
Lu You pondered for a moment, and then said: "What my dear brother said is reasonable, but the relationship between Duke Chang and the Supreme Emperor is very close. Although the Supreme Emperor abdicated, his power is still strong. Even today's officials are extremely afraid of it! So, my dear brother, You still need to be cautious.”
"Fortunately, my dear brother is a member of the new imperial examination. Although his status is not high, most people will not bully him. Even if Duke Chang Guo plays some tricks, it will make people very annoying."
Now Shen Tang has finally realized the benefits of being a literati in the Song Dynasty. A new imperial examination candidate's status will naturally not be high. However, with such unlimited future possibilities, people are afraid of it. Being a gentry at home is a unique thing. It is a group, so there are naturally no shortage of some secret tricks. However, if a new imperial examination candidate is dealt with openly and openly, it will be enough to cause a headache once a disturbance is caused.
"Brother, don't worry, Shen Tang will take care of it!" Since he bought this house, Shen Tang has already made preparations. Even if Duke Chang doesn't come, if he comes, he has no choice but to resist. Besides, he has no choice but to resist. The power of the Shangfang sword in his arms is not small. Once it is sacrificed, even the Duke will retreat. Several days have passed since the Taihu incident. It is simply impossible to say that Zhang Jun does not know about this incident. However, it is still There is no news that his handwriting will be withdrawn, which shows that Zhang Jun did not blame him in this regard.
After some contact with Zhang Jun, Shen Tang came to the conclusion that Zhang Jun had a decisive temperament and sharp methods. However, in terms of loyalty to the Song Dynasty, he also had the characteristics of being monopolistic and clique-y. Simple. It is difficult to evaluate this person as good or bad. However, if it is evaluated as a hero, it is somewhat suitable. He is different from Yue Fei's loyalty and Qin Hui's traitor. He stands between loyalty and traitor, overlooking the world. , and it is precisely because of this that he has such great authority and a status that is difficult for others to match.
It is precisely because of this that Shen Tang is convinced that regarding these matters, Zhang Jun may very much hope that he can be his knife and cut off some of the rotten flesh of the Song Dynasty. As for the handwriting given to Shen Tang, did Zhang Jun just do it? Shen Tang naturally had no idea that he had such an idea. But if this was really the case, then Zhang Jun would be even more terrifying.
Shen Tang's guess was good. How could Zhang Jun give out the handwriting of the most powerful official in the Song Dynasty so easily? On the day Shen Tang taught Zhuo Da a lesson, Zhang Jun Bianshui got the news. And he saw the news. After that, Zhang Jun laughed three times and did not give any comments. However, one month later, Mr. Zhuo, who had just taken office, was directly demoted for an excuse. Coincidentally, he was also demoted. To Qinzhou...
"Brother, I have a presumptuous remark..."
Shen Tang smiled and said, "Brother, between you and me, there is nothing that can be said to be presumptuous. Brother, if you have something to say, just say it."
Lu You smiled and said, "Well, now that I hold an eighth-grade idle position like the official of the imperial edict, my income is too meager. Therefore, since I entered Lin'an, I have been renting it in the north of the city. My dear brother, this house is huge, I don't know how much I can do. Can you help me for a while..."
Shen Tang couldn't help but dumbfounded when he heard this. After all, this brother was also an official of the imperial court. Although his official position was not high, he still had a formal rank. But he could only live in a rented house? However, think about the awesome people in this city. On the contrary, Shen Tang understood the price of housing. With Lu You's nature, he would not be greedy for anything. With his little salary and regular household expenses, and occasionally attending banquets, it was already pretty good for him to live on. How could he have the spare money to buy a house?
And Shen Tang thought more deeply, Lu You's help was just one of the reasons. I'm afraid, it also had something to do with the trouble he caused the Duke of Chang Guo. Lu You was a young official, but he was also genuine. In this way, Na Chang Guo If the father has any dirty thoughts, he will take them into account. This should be the main reason why Lu You wants to live there. Otherwise, how can Lu You be a reckless person?
"Brother, you're welcome. I'm worried that Xiang Ling has no one to accompany me. If my brother comes to live temporarily, I can also let my sister-in-law stay with Xiang Ling on weekdays. There are many houses in the garden. I will choose my own tomorrow." Shen Tang agreed.
That night, Lu You and his wife naturally stayed in the mansion. After the two talked, they went to have a rest. However, the Changguo Duke's mansion was a bit unquiet.
Changguo Gongfu is located in the south area of Lin'an.
We have said before that in addition to the Imperial Street, there are eight main roads across the street. Among them, the four vertical ones are named after the four elephants. On both sides of the Imperial Street are the Qinglong and Zhuque streets, and further outward, there is the Qinglong Street and the Zhuque Street. There are two streets, Baihu and Xuanwu. The four horizontal ones are named after the four west gates. From south to north they are Qianhumen Street, Qingbomen Street, Fengyumen Street and Qiantangmen Street. Just like the Su Mansion where Shen Tang is located, it is Located at the intersection of Fengyumen Street and Xuanwu Street.
The residence of Duke Nachang is located to the north of Qianhumen Street and west of Qinglong Street. This location is filled with high-ranking officials and dignitaries in the court. Even if they are not Dukes or Princes, they are still top officials in the court.
The entire Changguo Duke's Mansion is far superior to the Su Mansion in terms of land area and luxury. The mansion has carved beams and painted walls, mountains and rivers, and crowds of servants! There are at least dozens of houses.
Entering the main entrance, passing through the courtyards and flower corridors, you can reach the main hall of the mansion. The word "Ming Zhong" hangs high above the main hall. When you see the inscription below, it is actually written by Emperor Gaozong Zhao Gou. However, I didn't know this. Is the word "Ming Zhong" worthy of the Gao family's past deeds?
"Snapped!"
There were endless crisp sounds, which were obviously the sound of broken porcelain. Inside and outside the Mingzhong Hall, there were many slaves kneeling down. The Duke was angry, and he just hoped that he would not be the unlucky one.
After a long while, an angry voice suddenly came out, "Su Liu, come in and talk to me!"