An emperor favoring strangers has always been a sign of mediocrity.
If this stranger has real abilities, it would be harmless to give him a false position and ask questions when he has any questions. But if he goes in and out together and believes in whatever he says, then he has crossed the line.
The atmosphere in the seat was a bit dull. Everyone listened to Scholar Miao's description: "...Kang Prince's Mansion has been vacant for many years. His Majesty recently issued an order to open a courtyard there for him to live. He is allowed to enter the palace at any time, even if the palace gate is opened at night."
"Trouble the palace!" Wang Shusheng said angrily, "Why is the Holy One so..."
Scholar Miao hissed, indicating that he should not be presumptuous. However, the imperial power of Southern Chu had already fallen by the wayside, and the emperor's authority was far inferior to that of Northern Qi, so no one took it seriously.
The scholar who was studying hard in seclusion asked curiously: "Is it really because of mystical skills that the Holy Emperor favors him? The two elder brothers said that he is a beauty..."
"Who knows?" Scholar Miao said with a smile, "On the day of the Dragon Boat Festival, I happened to go to Wenxia Mountain, and I happened to meet the Holy Master who was out for fun. He was driving with me, so I took a look."
"How is it?" The scholars immediately came forward and asked all kinds of questions.
"Is his appearance really what the rumors say?"
"almost."
They all know that Scholar Miao is not a braggart. If he is almost there, that means he is really almost there.
These words made all the scholars feel itchy.
"Could it be that you are really motivated by sex?"
"Isn't that true? I've never heard that the Holy One has such a problem!"
"You couldn't tell for sure before, right? After all, the Holy Admiral will be twenty..."
"That's right."
Scholar Wang interrupted again: "There is one more thing that you may not know. This stranger was recommended by Marquis Wenshan."
"What? Doesn't his family already have Concubine Chen? And he introduced her...is this his family's favor?"
"Perhaps he saw the hidden illness of the Holy One and deliberately went for his liking?"
The people were angry and denounced Marquis Wenshan.
The Holy Emperor loves Concubine Chen the most, and they still don’t think it’s enough? The Chang family is trying to bring trouble to Chao Gang!
The scholars drank tea for a while and then dispersed.
While peeling broad beans, Mingwei asked: "You two asked me here just to listen to these gossips?"
The two people looked at each other, and Tang Xi said: "When I heard about this when I returned to the capital, I went to the palace to see the emperor, and I happened to meet Mr. Yang..."
Mingwei's brows jumped when he heard the words Mr. Yang.
Although there are many people named Yang in the world, to her, Mr. Yang only represents one person.
"how?"
"That Mr. Yang is said to be the grandson of the head of Xuanwu Mountain. His name is Yunfei. Miss Mingqi of Xuanwu Mountain must have heard of it?"
Mingwei nodded: "Xuanwu Mountain has always been known as a fortune teller, and his family is good at fortune telling. But I have never heard of Mr. Yang."
Tang Shao said: "I went to check. The head of Xuanwu Mountain does have a grandson. He grew up with him since he was a child, and he is about the same age."
Mingwei raised an eyebrow: "So? You don't want me to explore his background, do you?"
Tang Shao said calmly: "Is Miss Ming Qi in trouble?"
"It's not difficult." Mingwei ate the peeled broad bean and couldn't help but think of Yang Shu. If he were here, he would definitely peel it and give it to her. When we were together, we didn't feel anything. It was only after we left that we realized how much it was.
Okay. "It's just that Xuanwu Mountain is in Northern Qi. This Young Master Yang is obviously from Qi. Aren't you worried about me colluding with him?"
Tang Xi smiled: "People in Xuanmen may not be willing to get involved in these things. Besides, we believe in Miss Ming Qi's character."
"No." Mingwei waved his hand, "If Master Shi says this, I will be embarrassed to trick you."
Tang Xi just laughed.
After they finished speaking, Tang Shao took over: "Miss Ming Qi has said so much before, and it's time to show us her sincerity. Otherwise, you are not the only choice we have."
Mingwei clapped his hands and shook off the debris: "Since it is an exam question given by the second young master, I must do it seriously."
Tang Shao nodded: "A few days later, there will be a debate meeting in Dongzhi Temple. The Holy One is keen on making that person famous, so he will definitely attend. Miss Mingqi will prepare."
"good."
The matter was settled, Tang Shao still led Mingwei back, and Tang Xi continued on his mission.
Before leaving, Mingwei touched a handful of peanuts and returned to the carriage to continue peeling and eating them.
Tang Shao looked at her for a long time and said, "The way Miss Ming Qi eats, it seems that she doesn't have enough to eat in the Tang family."
Ming smiled twice: "Second Young Master finally took the initiative to talk to me?"
Tang Shao frowned and said, "When did I stop talking to you? Didn't I take the initiative to find you today?"
"This is a business matter. You have to come. It's not called taking the initiative." Mingwei said, "To be precise, since coming to Nan'an, the second young master has been particularly cold, which makes me feel strange. Could it be that I have offended the second master along the way?
Young Master?"
Tang Shao was silent for a long time and then said: "No, it's just that people in Nan'an have a lot of eyes. If there is any slight disturbance, rumors will spread. It's better to avoid suspicion."
"Oh." Mingwei's eyes fell on his face and asked, "Is this what the eldest lady said?"
Tang Shao finally showed a surprised expression.
He didn't say anything, and Mingwei didn't have any information channels in the Tang Mansion. Where did he get the news?
"It's easy to guess!" Mingwei said, "The only words that can make the second young master take it to heart are the words of several elders of the Tang family. The Duke of Guo is very busy, and men are not so careful. You can't suffer the loss. He
I won’t give unnecessary instructions. As for the old lady, she is worried about the Tenth Master right now, right? She shouldn’t think of the second young master. Then, only the eldest lady can do it.”
"..."
"By the way, where is Taoist Master Jin? I haven't seen him since I came to Nan'an. Where has he been?"
Tang Shao said: "...Every day I go out with Mr. Ji, probably walking around the streets looking for delicious food, right?"
Ming Wei smiled slightly: "I'm worried that my cousin will be bored. It would be nice to have Taoist Master Jin as my companion."
The two of them chatted about some insignificant gossip, and then the Duke's mansion arrived, so they went back separately without mentioning it.
…
Royal Palace.
Yang Shu and Chang Zhengming were chatting and laughing. When they walked to the Xianming Hall, they saw Emperor Tiancheng's personal servant standing outside the door, and there were a few more guards beside him who were obviously not from the imperial army.
Chang Zhengming stopped laughing and held him back.
"Brother Chang, what's wrong?"
Chang Zhengming lowered his voice: "That's Duke Dai's bodyguard. He must be inside. Let's wait."
"oh."
Tang Jing, the Duke of Dai, came out quickly. When he left, he glanced at Yang Shu, said nothing, and left with his bodyguards.
In the eyes of Duke Dai, no matter how favored Yang Shu is, he is still an insignificant person and there is no need to care at all.
The two entered the Xianming Hall. Emperor Tiancheng supported his arm with one hand, leaning on the desk and playing with the roly-poly.
"Your Majesty."
Hearing the sound, he raised his head and glanced lazily: "You are here!"
Although he couldn't tell it on his face, Chang Zhengming knew that he would poke this ornament when he was in a bad mood. He was obviously in high spirits when he called them here before, but he didn't know what Duke Dai said that made His Majesty the Emperor change his mood.
Chang Zhengming waited patiently for a while, and Emperor Tiancheng finally had enough fun and said quietly: "I am not even as good as this roly-poly! If Duke Dai pokes him with his finger, he will have to lie down obediently." (To be continued)