Xiao Tianfang's words immediately attracted applause from a burly man next to him. Wen Ruihe looked at the man briefly, then lowered his eyes again.
This behavior made the burly man a little unhappy. He thought he was being looked down upon and said in a low voice: "A real man is not afraid of life and death when it comes to gain or loss, even if there is an abyss ahead! Sir, you are planning all day long, don't you know that you must make constant decisions?
, but suffered the chaos? Could it be that when things are about to happen, you become timid?"
"Brother has passed." A man next to him, also wearing a black robe but with a much more feminine appearance, interrupted: "It's not like you don't know how courageous Mr.
Hearing this, the burly man snorted coldly and drank without saying much.
"Your Majesty..." Wen Ruihe raised his head and was about to say something, when he saw Xiao Tianzhao wave his hand, and the aura quietly burst out from his body with every gesture, silencing everyone around him.
But when he saw a sarcastic smile on Prince Zhongyi's lips, he said slowly: "Sir, in this world, it's not just what you want to give, but I will definitely take it..."
hiss!
As soon as these words came out, the two men in black robes suddenly took a breath of cold air. Xiao Tianfang's words were really shocking, and Wen Ruihe, who was already frowning, couldn't help but have a worried look on his face.
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"Haha..." Xiao Tianfang smiled faintly, but did not continue but changed the topic: "At this time, the results of the general examination should have been released long ago, right?"
No one answered because no one could follow his train of thought.
Xiao Tianfang didn't mind. He raised his head and looked over the eaves of the courtyard, far away somewhere in the sky. He said to himself: "My little friend Jia is really extraordinary. He might even win three yuan."
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Today, when the examination results are released, Xiao Tianfang is not the only one talking about Jia Lan.
Dang—dang—dang—
"There is a name called Cang Geng, how can it be said that it is not at the right time? When the sun comes in, the You time -!"
The crisp sound of ringing gold and chiming the time reached the ears of King Zhongshun in the royal study room. He was so excited that he woke up from the wine in an instant.
Looking at the plate in front of him that was completely eaten by Emperor Chunzhi and himself, he suddenly felt that the drink he had taken today was a bit bitter.
"What? It's been so many years, and you're still brooding about that incident?" Emperor Chunzhi's question woke up the stunned King Zhongshun. He was a little flustered and had to lower his head in silence. After a moment, he sighed:
"Brother, Your Majesty... I understand the truth, but how many people died that night, and how many of my subordinates have been loyal to you and me for many years, I have to swallow this breath... Oh!"
After being silent for a short while, Emperor Chunzhi also sighed: "The king's hegemony has always been on a bloody road." After a pause, the emperor raised his finger and pointed at King Zhongshun, and said with emotion: "A man is wrapped in horse leather and hard.
It was a good story for them to fight to the death against the elite soldiers trained by the Xianrong Kingdom.
And you, Lao Ba, if we say that the person in this dynasty’s clan who is best at managing the military is probably you! Dumping you into the Ministry of Internal Affairs is really a secret move.”
King Zhongshun was so shocked that he left his seat and bowed, not daring to say anything. Seeing Emperor Chunzhi waving his hand, he sat back down and spoke thoughtfully: "Although this son of Jialan has a literary name, he suddenly received a favor from me.
My brother is afraid of hurting Zhongyong, why not suppress him for a few more years?"
Emperor Chunzhi asked a little funny: "How to press it?"
"Uh..." King Zhongshun was speechless when he was asked.
"In this provincial examination and the general examination, don't we count the articles one by one? They are posted next to the Gui Bang and Xing Bang for the world to talk about the character of the people." After a pause, the emperor continued: "There are virtuous people.
Not knowing, one is unlucky; knowing but not using, the other is unlucky; using it without responsibly, the third is unlucky. Since Jialan has talent, he should use it, and at his age, there is no other noble son in Beijing who can surpass him.
If it’s well-trained…”
King Zhongshun's eyes flashed, and he seemed to have caught something in his mind, and he had wild thoughts for a moment. After a moment, he sighed: "Well, what the emperor said is that after all, it has been more than ten years, and the Jia Mansion has been completely ruined.
For two generations, let’s just forget about some things.”
"You're such a slick guy, you must be planning something else." Emperor Chunzhi said with a smile.
After hearing this, King Zhongshun screamed repeatedly: "If the emperor is afraid that my brother will do something wrong, why don't we ask my boy to be the companion of the Jia boy after the palace examination?"
"Tianyang?" Emperor Chunzhi was a little surprised and stared at his brother with squinted eyes. After a while, the emperor's tense face quietly relaxed and he nodded with a smile: "That's good, it seems you have really let go.
"
At this time, Dai Quan, who was waiting on the side, served the two of them a cup of Sanqing tea with great discernment.
Sanqing tea is not tea. It uses fresh plum petals that have not withered in the cold as the main ingredient. It is also made with bergamot, pine nuts, and bergamot, which means "luck and longevity". It regulates qi and resolves phlegm, relieves vomiting and swelling, soothes the liver and strengthens the spleen.
Multiple functions.
After taking a sip of tea, Emperor Chunzhi said slowly: "I think it is good for God to raise this child, but your father is too protective of him. He will not even let him step out of the palace gate, and will let him enter the palace after the palace examination."
Go to school with my princes and be a companion to the prince!"
Prince Zhongshun responded, and then a wry smile appeared on his face: "My stupid son is not good at studying. I'm afraid he will miss the crown prince."
"We are all brothers, how can you misunderstand me." The emperor interrupted the other party with a wave of his hand: "If you don't even understand the principle of loving your clan and being friends with your brothers, this prince will probably be done with it."
The tone of these words was neither light nor serious, but King Zhongshun was startled. He hurriedly left his seat and bowed, saying "Guilty!"
Seeing Emperor Chunzhi holding the tea bowl in silence, King Zhongshun quickly knelt down and said: "The prince's reputation for benevolence is known all over the world, and everyone in the world wishes me to thank the emperor for his kindness!"
"Okay, okay! My brothers are chatting, don't be so formal, sit down."
"yes!"
King Zhongshun sat down again, but only dared to touch the edge.
Dai Quan promptly offered a sweat towel, and King Zhongshun gratefully took it and carefully wiped the sweat on his forehead.
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It has been ten months since the results were released.
Shenjing, Shengfu.
The Sheng family, which had been closed to guests since Sheng Hong left Beijing, changed from its usual calm and became a little noisy today.
People were busy cleaning and tidying up everywhere in the mansion, and everyone had a look of solemnity on their faces, all because today is the day when the governor returns to the mansion. Even those who are lazy on weekdays do not dare to make mistakes today.
Didn’t you see that even the eldest lady in the mansion moved a chair as soon as dawn and sat in the courtyard to stare at it herself?
After a while, she still didn't see her husband return home. Mrs. Wang, who was sitting in the main hall, gradually became uneasy and felt a little restless.
The old lady of the Sheng family who was sitting at the top picked up the teacup, blew on it and took a sip. She glanced sideways at her daughter-in-law and said in a calm tone: "Be patient and don't be impatient."
"Mother, this servant clearly repaid me. The master entered the city gate at dawn and went straight into the palace. It has been half a day and not a single bit of news has come out. My daughter-in-law feels like a mess in her heart and can't deal with it.
clear."
Old Mrs. Sheng sighed secretly, she was already old enough to be a grandmother, and her daughter-in-law still couldn't change her irritable temper.
Just when she was about to say something, she suddenly heard a shout coming from the front yard.
"The master has returned home!"
Hearing this, Mrs. Wang's face suddenly brightened, and she straightened her figure. Soon, there was a burst of footsteps, and Sheng Hong, who was wearing official uniform, strode in, walked straight to Mrs. Sheng and saluted: "Mother's greetings."
good?"
After Sheng Hong sat down, Mrs. Sheng looked at Mr. Wang, who was hesitant to speak, and asked, "How did the errand go this time?"
Sheng Hong bowed his hands respectfully: "Your Majesty seems quite satisfied."
The old lady's eyelids drooped slightly, causing the wrinkles on her face to be marked by weather: "This is an offending job, and it's also hard for you."
"My son is what he is today, all thanks to his mother's upbringing." In front of the old lady, Sheng Hong did not dare to take any credit.
Wang took the opportunity and asked: "How long do you plan to stay when you come back this time?"
Sheng Hong thought for a while: "Probably after the imperial examination, there are some official matters in the governor's office that need to be handled..."
After a while of greetings, Changbai led a group of younger brothers and sisters to salute his father. Shenghong, who had not seen his children for many days, had a flash of warmth in his eyes, but soon he turned serious and asked about Changbai and Changfeng's homework.
Even when he was away on business, Sheng Hong did not neglect his son's education and wrote letters to urge him from time to time.
Younger brother Changfeng looked panicked, while older brother Changbai meticulously answered questions and answers to his father. Wang who was watching from the side was delighted, and even the old lady cast admiring glances at the eldest grandson.
"Okay, please step aside." After the father and son chatted for a while, Sheng Hong waved his hand to exclude everyone, and helped Old Mrs. Sheng back to Shou'an Hall to rest, and asked Chang Bai to follow him. Chang Feng felt as if he had been granted amnesty after hearing this.
After retreating, the girls, except Minglan, followed quickly, and the rest went back to their respective houses.
Returning to Shou'an Hall, Old Mrs. Sheng did not rest immediately. Instead, Ming Lan served her and sat down. She asked all the servants to avoid her, leaving only Fang's mother, who had served her for many years, waiting aside, waiting for Sheng Hong to speak.
, this is the tacit understanding between mother and son for many years.
The old lady was the legitimate daughter of the Yongping Marquis Mansion, and she had extraordinary knowledge. Even after becoming an official, Sheng Hong still relied on this legitimate mother and often came to ask for advice.
"Thanks to mother's blessing, Qingzhang was safe this time." Recalling that he had just entered the palace to meet the saint, Sheng Hong touched the sweat stains that seemed to be still there on his palms, still feeling a lingering fear.
Taking the hand stove from Minglan and warming her hands, Mrs. Sheng said lightly: "With today's sages, it is impossible not to understand the principle of haste and waste. The most important thing is to put up a shelf. There is not enough money and food."
The emperor, who is rich all over the world, is just a number. In the end, he will not embarrass you. Didn’t he also assign the uncle of the Rongguo family to you? "
Sheng Hong nodded repeatedly: "What mother said is that your Majesty is indeed considerate."