Sun Buhan shook his head. After a while, the three large ships came closer and closer. Because it was raining, there were no lanterns hung, but there were many armors among the flags on the decks. This solemnity gradually came closer and could be seen clearly.
"The person who came here is not a good person!"
At this time, the people in the pavilion came out, led by the governor Cen Yi, followed by the prefect Liao Qingge and others, followed by the gentry. Although it was raining, they all looked at each other without hesitation.
The anchor was anchored under the ship, the bridge deck was raised, three cannons were fired, and a middle-aged man, protected by more than a dozen tough guards, disembarked from the ship as fast as he could fly.
In an instant, all the officials and gentry who greeted him, led by Governor Cen Yi, knelt on the ground and kowtowed: "I respectfully wish you holy peace!"
"Holy Holy Gong!"
After the imperial envoy Luo Pei received the gift from Daitian, he quickly helped Cen Yi up with his own hands and exchanged greetings with the prefect Liao Qingge. Sun Buhan saw that this man was a third-rank official, a little lean, but he did not care about the rain and strode like lightning.
I also saw that in addition to being polite at the beginning, I was always smiling and talking in an easy-going manner. However, I don’t know why, but there was a certain demeanor and power that made people dare not be presumptuous, so I praised him in my heart.
"I underestimated the King of Shu. Although Luo Pei came out of the capital, he didn't look out of the ordinary. He looked like a courteous and virtuous corporal. This magnanimity is enough."
Because of the rain, when the imperial envoy came ashore, Governor Cen Yi said to Luo Pei: "Your Majesty, the imperial envoy, knowing that you are coming, local students and squires took the lead in booking the Wangjiang Tower to wash your dust. Thank you for bringing the Holy Emperor with you."
Your grace and will have come to us to control the water, so please don’t refuse.”
To describe the dust-washing as being led by students and squires, even if it is more rigid, it is hard to be cold-hearted.
Luo Pei glanced at the people who greeted him, and sighed with emotion: "The gentleman is so enthusiastic, which makes me feel guilty. I haven't even accomplished a single step yet!"
Wangjiang Tower is not far away. I climbed up the stairs that had been cleaned early. When I reached the top, I saw that this building had paneled floors, partitions, and carved pillars with stories carved on it. However, it was very old and had not been renovated. Luo Pei felt in his heart
Satisfied, he stood on the railing and looked back and said: "Looking thousands of miles away, the river flows eastward. It makes people think, and the desire to recall the past arises spontaneously. But, does this lead to Panlong Lake?"
"It's through Panlong Lake, but Panlong Lake is Shuanghua Mansion, and you can't see it from here." Governor Cen Yi didn't know why the imperial envoy smiled when he mentioned this.
"Panlong Lake is an ancient scenic spot, I want to see it - everyone, please come to the banquet!"
"The banquet is on!"
The order was immediately passed down, and everyone sat down according to their status and status. Governor Cen Yi accompanied him. Magistrate Liao Qingge took the wine pot and poured it. Sun Buhan looked at it, chuckled to himself, and his eyes fell on a figure who just arrived.
The man noticed something and looked back. When he saw it was him, his expression changed.
This person is none other than the second-placed candidate in this election—Zheng Yingci.
The Zheng family is not close to the King of Shu, so they didn't expect Zheng Yingci to come over. Did the Zheng family know that he did this?
I don’t know, this good show is getting more and more lively, and Sun Buhan is even laughing secretly.
When the banquet started, after three rounds of drinking, Luo Pei also paid great attention to the new candidates. He asked every new candidate one by one.
When it was Zheng Yingci's turn, upon hearing this surname, Luo Pei's eyes flickered slightly, his face didn't show it, and his smile became two points thicker.
Not only did he ask some questions about the article, but he also asked a few questions about his homework. Zheng Yingci felt a little proud when he listened to Luo Pei's public praise.
As a result, I heard the imperial envoy say: "Yes, he is indeed the Qilin'er of the Zheng family. He has solid foundation and outstanding talents. He is indeed a young talent."
But he also showed regret: "The second place is so charming. I really can't imagine what Jieyuan should look like. It must be better. I didn't come today. I might as well see him if I have a chance in the future."
These words made Zheng Yingci's smile suddenly freeze on his face.
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There was a patter of rain outside the window, and when I looked through the window half-open, I could see the raindrops falling continuously.
"Husband, it's been raining, and I feel a little uneasy. You should come back early." Ye Buhui learned that Su Ziji was going out, and Xu was relieved. He only asked that he had an appointment with friends in the city, and let him go.
Okay, I just told you to come back early.
Didn't Su Ziji not know that it had been raining for eight consecutive days, which made people feel uneasy?
He touched Ye Buhui's head and comforted him: "Don't worry, come back before dark. Don't go out in this kind of weather, not even to the chess academy. You can just read scores at home."
"I know." Ye Buhui nodded and said, "I was taught by Du Bo and made rapid progress. I have to have time to digest it."
"Yeah, I'm no match for him now." Although Su Ziji didn't pay attention at first, he often read chess records and played chess with him, and his chess skills also improved. He was able to interact with Ye Buhui twice, but now he was at a disadvantage again.
Although I thought it was a bit strange to call Du Chenglin "Du Bo" after just a few days, it was a good thing. He lowered his head and glanced at "Go level 9, 3175/7000" and smiled: "After digesting it, I will definitely break through.
I must win the chess piece and come back as a Jinshi."
Although Ye Bugui cannot tell his level, he should have broken through level 10 during the Dragon Palace Chess Tournament, and may be rushing to level 15 now. This is the realm of a first-class chess player.
"I have to return Du Chenglin's favor from now on."
Only then did he think that when he left his residence and just walked on the street, holding an umbrella, he could clearly feel that the atmosphere in the city was not good.
The rain had been heavier a few days ago, but the passers-by I met when I went out were not as hurried as now. They all had solemn expressions and no signs of joy.
"It seems that no one is stupid." Su Ziji shook his head and sighed.
The rain was heavy today and light tomorrow, but there was one thing. It rained continuously for eight days and it didn't stop for an hour.
The water on the road has already reached some depth. That is, the place where Su Ziji is staying temporarily and the place where he is going are located on relatively high ground, so it does not hinder his progress.
Su Ziji didn't call for a taxi because the continuous rain had reduced most of the rental oxcarts on the road. After all, people who work in this business are slightly richer than the poor, but they are still ordinary people. They are soaked in the rain and can't bear to eat.
He said that even cows can't bear it.
Su Ziji had to go out early and walked to the place agreed with the wild Taoist - Qingzhu Tavern.
The tavern is located in a relatively prosperous area, but the area is not large and can accommodate dozens of people. Although it has two floors, only the bottom floor is open for business. The boss, his family and the waiters live on the upper floor.
Qingzhu Liquor is famous for the Qingzhu Liquor brewed by the boss himself. This wine is not brewed from bamboo, but it has a slight fragrance of bamboo and a slightly green color. If you taste it carefully, it is no worse than a big restaurant.
, it also has many specialty dishes, the prices are slightly cheaper, and it usually attracts many repeat customers.
But Su Ziji and Ye Taoist decided to meet here not only because of its proximity, nor because of the good food and drinks, but because of a guest who has been hanging around here recently - silk merchant Jia Yuan.