Chapter 125: Shangyuan Festival: Is Fang Yuan okay?
"County Lord, what are you doing?"
Xiao Ai couldn't hold back and asked Sun Taihe the reason.
His two bookboys and his family were waiting nearby.
They have never experienced the county magistrate standing at their door.
"Master Xiao, didn't you want the governor to come and invite you in person?"
Sun Taihe looked at Xiao Ai with a smile and said.
"I, I was just joking."
"Your Majesty, please go back quickly. Don't hurt me."
Xiao Ai said slightly embarrassed.
He didn't believe that a place as small as Liaozhou would take the imperial examination seriously.
Therefore, when faced with Wang Wenshu's invitation, he deliberately stated the conditions for Fang Yuan to invite him personally.
"No, the state minister is already on the way. I ordered me to arrive first and invite you, this famous person, together."
Sun Taihe looked at Xiao Aidao with a half-smile but not a smile.
It's really interesting that a little teacher actually dares to invite the lord of a state to personally invite him.
Let's see if Fang Yuan is sincere in his invitation. If it is to flatter him, then he will make Xiao Ai lose his reputation in Pingcheng County without Fang Yuan taking action.
"Wha, what?!"
Xiao Ai suddenly turned pale with shock.
The lean face showed an expression of disbelief.
Everyone at the scene was in an uproar, and the eyes they looked at Xiao Ai suddenly changed.
It’s such a great honor to have the state minister personally invite you. It’s so enviable.
For a time, the people in front of Xiao Ai's house were envious, and they admired Xiao Ai even more.
"The state respects the imperial examination and is willing to contribute to the students of Liaozhou."
"Not only are we willing to lend money to students for study without interest, but we are also willing to have Corporal Li Xian personally come from afar to invite teachers."
"Everyone, no matter what the future holds for Zhou Zun, whether he is criticized by others, his contribution to our Liaozhou is obvious to all, and we must be grateful!"
Sun Taihe took the opportunity to speak loudly.
Promote Fang Yuan's good image again.
Everyone at the scene nodded, and Fang Yuan's image was improved.
Not long after, Fang Yuan arrived in the governor's special car and brought many people to greet him.
These people were carrying two large boxes of gifts wrapped in red cloth, which was very festive.
"Meet the Governor!"
Sun Taihe walked in front, Xiao Ai quickly followed, and everyone saluted Fang Yuan's car.
As soon as Fang Yuan opened the curtain, he heard the loud and orderly sound of worshiping, and he was a little surprised. It was loud and orderly.
"Excuse me!"
"Excuse me, who is Mrs. Xiao Ai Xiao?"
Fang Yuan got off the carriage and said loudly.
"I, I am."
Xiao Ai quickly responded, smiling with him.
"Mr. Xiao, it's so hard for me to look forward to this!"
I didn't expect Fang Yuan to be in such a posture.
I was moved and frightened at the same time, and I didn’t know what to do for a while.
"It's a small gift, but I hope that Mr. can come out and sit in charge of the prefecture!"
Fang Yuan pointed to the two-ring gifts carried by the state officials.
The box is open, with dried fruits, silk, etc. on it.
They are not very expensive, but it is difficult for ordinary people to buy these things.
After saying this, the state official carrying the gift carried the gift to Xiao Ai's door and put it down.
"It can't be done, it can't be done."
"Whenever the state minister is called, Ai will definitely go."
Xiao Ai was shocked again and repeatedly expressed that he did not want gifts.
He is flattered now and a little unsure of the current situation.
Not only did Zhou Zun come in person to invite him, but he also brought two large gifts.
This has never happened before, and I don’t have the reputation to get these things.
"Master Xiao is a man of great talent, and he can bear the responsibility of being personally invited by me."
"Please Mr. Xiao can come out and pave a way for Liaozhou students to win the gold medal!"
Fang Yuan took a few steps back and crossed his arms as a salute to Xiao Ai.
"Please Mr. Xiao can come out and pave a way for Liaozhou students to win the gold medal!"
Sun Taihe, Wang Wenshu and others also retreated behind Fang Yuan and followed Fang Yuan towards Xiao Ai.
"If you are so kind and stupid, you will live up to the expectations of the state!"
Xiao Ai had never seen such a battle before, so he was startled again and quickly returned the gift.
"Okay!"
"Then I will be waiting for you in Liaozhou City!"
Fang Yuan nodded with satisfaction.
Get on the governor's special car and leave.
"Master Xiao, congratulations!"
Sun Taihe respectfully sends Fang Yuan off.
Then he turned around and congratulated Xiao Ai.
The people around him slowly came to their senses and congratulated Xiao Ai.
"Thank you, Lord County, thank you all."
Xiao Ai returned the greetings to everyone as if he was separated from the world
Not long after, Sun Taihe left, and everyone slowly left.
The bustling Xiao Ai's entrance soon became deserted, but what just happened did happen.
Xiao Ai looked back at the two boxes of gifts left by Fang Yuan, his eyes gradually became moist and his nose began to feel sore.
I am just a teacher who was eliminated by Bingzhou College. I don't have much reputation. I happen to teach a few promising students.
It was just a joke, but the prince of a state actually came to invite him in person and gave him so many gifts, which moved him to tears and was beyond words.
If you can't run a good state courtyard for the state's ancestors, you won't dare to go down to see your ancestors.
"Dad, you are so awesome!"
A pair of Xiao Ai's children came over and looked at Xiao Ai with shining eyes.
His wife and two book boys also came closer and looked at Xiao Ai with admiration in their eyes.
"Let's move in."
Xiao Ai pretended to be calm and asked the bookboy to move the things in.
"Hehe, Zhou Zun is also very handsome."
The fifteen-year-old daughter held a piece of silk and smiled happily.
This day was Xiao Ai's highlight moment, and his reputation was unprecedented.
Some parents came over with gifts and their sons, asking Xiao Ai to take care of their sons.
But unfortunately, Xiao Ai refused, saying that they could not be distracted after arriving at the state academy, and asked them to join the state academy for unified study.
On the way, Fang Yuan and Wang Wenshu sat in the governor's special car together.
"Zhou Zun is really brilliant!"
"Not only does it show that the state government attaches great importance to the imperial examination, but it also invites Xiao Ai to the courtesy of Corporal Xian."
"I believe that after today, students from all over Liaozhou will flock to Zhouyuan to study, and Xiao Ai will also shed tears of gratitude for Zhouzun's kindness."
Wang Wenshu said flatteringly.
Xiao Ai is very famous, and it is not an exaggeration to become a celebrity.
But Zhou Zun went to invite him personally, which was already a very large scale, and he prepared so many gifts.
Especially what you say when inviting, this is the most important thing, it will enlighten many people, knowing that the state government attaches great importance to the imperial examination, and it will also gain Xiao Ai's loyalty.
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"Wang Sigong, how old are you today?"
Fang Yuan asked.
"Thirty-seven."
Wang Wenshu was stunned, but still answered truthfully.
"Thirty-seven, there is still a chance."
"Follow me carefully, or you may have the opportunity to become a county magistrate."
Fang Yuan chuckled.
Draw a big cake for this Si Gong.
"Xie Zhouzun!"
Wang Wenshu was stunned for a moment, then his eyes widened and his face turned red.
"How are the preparations for the Lantern Festival going?"
Fang Yuan nodded and changed the topic.
Several days have passed since I returned to work after the New Year, and there are only three days left before the Lantern Festival.
"Preparations have been made, and this year's Lantern Festival will definitely be more lively than in previous years!"
Wang Wenshu said while holding back his excitement.
Last year, due to Fang Yuan's arrival, the state government's tax collection increased significantly.
With money, the Lantern Festival lights and other activities will naturally be improved.
"If you do it better, the lottery will be improved accordingly, so that the people can have fun."
Fang Yuan nodded and said.
"Don't worry, Lord Zhou!"
"By the way, will Zhou Zun participate?"
Wang Wenshu nodded solemnly and then asked.
"It depends on the situation. I may not participate."
Fang Yuan shook his head and said.
"Okay."
Wang Wenshu nodded and said.
There is also a little bit of Xiao Jiujiu in my heart.
Worried that Fang Yuan will attend the lantern festival in person.
Therefore, they have to prepare carefully and not let Fang Yuan feel that they are not doing their job.
Soon, everyone returned to the Governor's Mansion, and Wang Wenshu went back to continue the affairs of his state academy.
After the Lantern Festival, it was time for the state hospital to reopen, leaving him little time.
Fang Yuan stared at the guest house and the bank, especially the bank, which will be the place where money is put and made in the future. Safety is the top priority.
Three days have passed, and this day is the Lantern Festival.
According to the regulations of the imperial court, there is a three-day holiday starting from the Lantern Festival.
On the first day, Fang Yuan didn't go anywhere. He was pulled by Hongxu and Qinggao to dress up the Fang Mansion, making it look festive and festive.
The Xue family siblings and Juzi also helped, buying back many red lanterns and hanging them everywhere in Fang Mansion.
In the hearts of the people of the Tang Dynasty, this was the New Year and a day of celebration.
At night, Liaozhou City was not as dark as usual.
But as night falls, Liaozhou City slowly lights up.
The main streets in the city's east, west, south and north are all hung with lanterns to illuminate the roads.
There were a lot of people, shoulder to shoulder, even more than usual during the day, and it was very lively.
There are also many people setting up stalls on both sides of the street, and there are also rarely seen fire breathing and so on.
"Master, let's go out and play too."
Hongxu and Qingyao pulled Fang Yuan out, one on the left and the other on the right.
The Xue family siblings, Lu Xia, Ju Zi and other Mo family research fellows also went out.
After leaving the door, Fang Yuan shook off Hongxu and Qinggao's hands and walked with Juzi.
The two girls are like children who have not grown up, watching the lively night and jumping like little birds.
The same is true for the Xue family siblings, as if they have never seen the Lantern Festival activities. Take a look here and there.
However, this year's Lantern Festival was much better than previous years, and the people who visited all sighed.
"Why, do you think they are noisy?"
Juzi and Fang Yuan walked side by side and joked.
"A little bit."
"It's not like we haven't celebrated the Lantern Festival."
Fang Yuan shook his head and smiled calmly.
The more lively the scene was, the more lonely he felt.
"You're only in your twenties, don't you look so mature?"
"Play when you should play, be serious when you should be serious, and have fun when you are young, otherwise you won't be able to play even if you want to when you are my age."
General Fang Yuan was serious and could not help but persuade him.
"Indeed, you should have fun while you are young. Master, do you want to go to the White Tiger Club?"
Fang Yuan nodded with deep understanding.
"You, how did you come up with that kind of place?"
Juzi's face suddenly turned red and he said a little embarrassed.
But at night, red lanterns were everywhere, and no one could see the giant's face turn red.
"Go?"
Fang Yuan spoke again.
"Ahem, let's go."
Juzi coughed dryly, looked left and right, and whispered.
"Let's go."
Fang Yuan immediately moved his position and walked towards the direction of the White Tiger Club.
A quarter of an hour later, Hongxu and Qingyao, who were playing in front, finally thought of Fang Yuan.
"Master, come quickly, there is something beautiful here. Hey, where is the master?"
Hongxu turned around and shouted, but Fang Yuan was nowhere to be seen.
At this time, Qingyao also looked back for Fang Yuan.
......
The Lantern Festival in Chang'an City is even more lively.
No matter in terms of scale or flow of people, Liaozhou City cannot compare.
The imperial court invested a lot of money in it to create a lively Shangyuan Festival for the people of Chang'an City.
People walk on the streets and guess lantern riddles, ride on boats, listen to operas, watch people dance, etc. There is an endless stream of programs.
On this day, many members of the royal family appeared, dressing up as ordinary people in the city, enjoying this grand festival in the city.
On a luxurious boat, Du Miaoyan stood on the bow wearing white clothes, her clothes blowing in the breeze, like a fairy coming on the moon.
In the cabin, Princess Xiangcheng, Prince Li Chengqian, Xiao Rui and other royal family members or second-generation dignitaries were together, enjoying the dancing of beautiful prostitutes.
But in fact, many noble gentlemen looked towards the bow of the boat and fell into deep infatuation at Du Miaoyan's back, obsessed with the most beautiful woman in Chang'an City.
Among these people are Changsun Chong, Fang Yiai, Qin Huaiyu, Cheng Chumo, etc.
Princess Xiangcheng stood up and walked towards Du Miaoyan.
Xiao Rui also stood up and wanted to follow, but was stopped by Princess Xiangcheng's eyes.
"Xiao Rui, is there anyone or something in Liaozhou City?"
Li Chengqian asked.
After Princess Xiangcheng came back from Liaozhou this time, she mentioned Liaozhou City from time to time.
This made Li Chengqian very curious and curious about what happened in Liaozhou City.
And Du Miaoyan is also very strange. She gets distracted from time to time and shows an intoxicating smile.
Although Li Chengqian was still young, he was born in a royal family and matured precociously. He knew many things.
Everyone gathered around, curious about what happened after Princess Xiangcheng and Du Miaoyan went to Liaozhou City.
"Prince, forgive me. Xiangcheng ordered me not to say anything."
Xiao Rui looked embarrassed, glanced at Princess Xiangcheng's back, and said sarcastically.
"I am more curious now that you are like this, please tell me quickly."
Li Chengqian urged.
We almost all grew up together, and he didn’t force me because of our status.
"Yeah, hurry up and say it."
"Can my mother-in-law look like a man?"
The second generation of powerful people urged Xiao Rui to explain the situation clearly.
"Fang Yuan, the governor of Liaozhou, seems to have attracted Du Miaoyan's love."
Xiao Rui was unsure.
He met Fang Yuan and thought it was Princess Xiangcheng who fell in love with Fang Yuan.
But later Princess Xiangcheng explained that it was not her, but Du Miaoyan, and she was helping Du Miaoyan check things.
"What?!"
Li Chengqian and others exclaimed.
The most beautiful woman in Chang'an City actually fell in love with a little governor?!
Countless second-generation dignitaries in Chang'an City expressed their love for her, but they were all rejected by her. She actually already has a sweetheart?
"Who is Fang Yuan?!"
Changsun Chong said harshly.
Everyone looked at each other, but all shook their heads.
Suddenly, a person appeared in everyone's hearts, Fang Yuan, the governor of Liaozhou.
Bow.
"You're not missing Fang Yuan, are you?"
Princess Xiangcheng said softly.
"I wonder if he is okay?"
Du Miaoyan's face felt hot, but she did not deny it.
"Oh my god, if Changsun Chong and the others find out about this, what will happen?"
Princess Xiangcheng was shocked.
She knew that Du Miaoyan liked Fang Yuan.
But thinking this way made her feel unbelievable.
Is this still Du Miaoyan who rejected the second generation of countless powerful people in Chang'an City?
"Don't let them know that Fang Yuan is still young and doesn't have the background to torment them."
Du Miaoyan shook her head and warned.
"Don't worry, but I'm not sure whether Xiao Rui's short-lived ghost will leak out."
Princess Xiangcheng was unsure.
She will definitely not tell anyone.
But I don’t know if Xiao Rui will keep the secret.
After all, she told the truth last time in order to prevent Xiao Rui from further trouble Fang Yuan.
"I will leave for Liaozhou City early tomorrow morning."
Du Miaoyan pondered for a moment and said in a deep voice.
In order to avoid something that shouldn't happen, she left Chang'an City as soon as possible
I also want to see Fang Yuan...
After not seeing each other for more than half a month, she knew for the first time that there was something called lovesickness in the world.