The New Year is approaching, and the snow is falling heavily.```23wx`
Compared with the weird weather in later generations, the four seasons are now much clearer. Li Qi has been here for several years, and there has never been a winter without snow, and this year is no exception.
Although it was very cold, Li Qi enjoyed it very much. This was the benefit of his time travel. Even the snow was whiter than the snow in later generations.
Outside the house was a blanket of white mist, and the sky and the earth seemed to be connected into one.
In the past, at times like this, the palace often saw servants clearing snow in front of the palace, because the number of visitors at this time was the largest in the year. However, this year, the snow in front of the palace did not seem to be well dealt with, as if
It's turning customers away.
But then again, it’s not likely that anyone will come to visit this year.
This is the ruthlessness of politics. When you are in power, those people will praise you like a star. But once you lose power, those people will immediately change their attitude. They are polite enough without adding insult to injury. How can they want to have anything to do with you?
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"U---!"
A rare carriage stopped in front of the palace.
Li Qi walked out of the carriage wrapped in a blue cloak and looked at the deserted palace gate. He also had mixed feelings in his heart, sighing that the world was so cold!
After staying in front of the door for a while, he raised his hand and a guard immediately came forward and knocked on the door.
After a while, a creaking sound was heard, and the door opened from the inside. A doorman poked his head out. When he saw it was Li Qi, he stood up and saluted and said, "I see the Privy Councilor here, little man."
Li Qi nodded and said, "Is your master at home?"
"Yes. The Privy Councilor will come in first."
Anyone who can serve in the palace is very clever. Generally speaking, if the guest has not made an appointment in advance, he must be notified first, but you have to see who he is. This Li Qi is a top-notch person in the dynasty. Who dares to let him know?
He was waiting at the door, and all the servants in the palace knew Li Qi. So the doorman quickly invited Li Qi into the palace.
When they came to the front hall, the dean personally came to greet him, poured a cup of tea for Li Qi, and said: "Privy Councilor, please wait a moment, the master will be here shortly."
Li Qi smiled and said: "It's okay, it's okay." He glanced left and right and asked in a low voice: "I want to ask you something."
The court said, "Privy Councilor, please speak."
Li Qidao: "Madam, how are you doing recently?"
The dean was stunned for a moment, then he felt relieved and said with a smile: "Madam, she is fine. Do you want me to send someone to inform Madam that the Privy Council's envoy has arrived?"
"Uh..." Li Qi shook his head and said, "That's no need. Okay, you go and do your work."
"yes."
The prince of the hospital sang, and then left.
Li Qi warmed the firewood and rubbed his hands, with a trace of worry on his brows. Of course he didn't come here to see Wang Zhongling today. The main purpose was to visit Mrs. Qin and just take a look at Wang Zhongling.
When he was in Hangzhou, he had helped Mrs. Qin eliminate her inner demons, but now that Wang Zhongling's mess had happened, God knows what Mrs. Qin would be thinking, which made him very worried. If things go wrong, all the previous efforts
But it was all in vain.
After a while, Wang Zhongling and Mrs. Wang walked in from the outside. After coming out, Wang Zhongling became energetic again. Of course, his body shape also began to recover, but Mrs. Wang still had her charm. After all, she could give birth to such a great beauty as Wang Yao.
All the credit must be attributed to her. If it were Wang Zhongling, it would be miserable. However, it is still less than before. It seems that Wang Zhongling has been worried about this year.
Wow! I've only been back for a few days, and I'm so fat again. Li Qi muttered to himself, stood up hurriedly, cupped his hands and said, "Li Qi has met Uncle Wang and Aunt Wang."
Wang Zhongling laughed loudly and slapped Li Qi on the shoulder. Li Qi was in pain and just wanted to kick him over. Then he heard him say: "My dear nephew, why didn't you send someone to inform you before you came? This made Uncle Wang and
Your Aunt Wang is not even prepared."
Mrs. Wang nodded with a smile and said: "Yes, I just asked people to prepare. If there is any negligence, please bear with it."
No, she doesn't seem to be angry with me. This is impossible. I have been back for so long, but I have never come to the palace. It was not until Uncle Wang came out that I came to visit. If it were me, I would definitely
Unhappy, she comes from a womanly family, how can she be more tolerant than me? No, no, she should already know, that's right. Although Aunt Wang is not as smart as my mother-in-law, she is also from a eunuch's family, how could she look at it?
not understand.
Li Qi said with a smile: "Aunt Wang is out of town. I'm just afraid of bothering you, so I didn't hand over the greeting card in advance. Moreover, the emperor is working hard to fight against corruption. If it is extravagant and wasteful, it will be true again."
"Yes, yes, you are thoughtful." Mrs. Wang said and then said to her husband: "Look at Li Qi, although he is young, he does things flawlessly. How is it like you? He always does things.
Very reckless.”
Wow! You really think highly of Uncle Wang. He is not a reckless person. Beauty is in the eye of the beholder. Mrs. Wang's derogatory words sounded to Li Qi the highest praise for Wang Zhongling.
Wang Zhongling frowned and said: "Okay, okay, the matter is over, what are you talking about?" He quickly changed the subject, stretched out his hand and said: "Sit down, my dear nephew."
"yes."
After the three of them sat down, Mrs. Wang suddenly thought of something and said, "Oops, I almost forgot to tell Sanniang. I will send someone to call Sanniang now."
You are too direct, although I think so too. Li Qi blushed shyly, feeling like he missed a simple baby bird.
At the beginning, Mrs. Wang actually looked down on Li Qi. After all, the Wang family came from a scholarly family, but Li Qi was a cook and was from the wrong family. In Mrs. Wang's heart, Zheng Yi was always the best choice.
In this aspect, Mrs. Bai is still very discerning and very sophisticated. At the beginning, she ignored Bai Shizhong's objection and sent Bai Qiannuo to Li Qi. She really only did this because of Bai Qiannuo's consideration.
Feelings?
Obviously not, but she saw the potential in Li Qi, because she knew Song Huizong's temper well. If Gao Qiu could become a Taiwei by virtue of Cuju, then Li Qi could also be ranked above the temple by virtue of cooking. The most important thing is
Li Qi had a handsome face and a very talented appearance. He was an oddity among today's chefs, which was very in line with Song Huizong's vision. So she concluded that Li Qi would be able to flourish in the future and be a rare commodity.
Moreover, the situation in the court at that time was that Wang Fu's family was the dominant one, and Bai Shizhong's faction had been suppressed. Therefore, Mrs. Bai also hoped that Li Qi's appearance could break this situation.
Obviously, she guessed the beginning correctly, but unfortunately he did not guess the ending. Li Qiyuan stood taller than she imagined.
Mrs. Wang is relatively conservative. She still obeys the rules of the family, but of course it is different now. The situation is completely reversed. Not to mention that Mrs. Qin is a widow, even if she is a rich lady who has not yet left the cabinet, your Wang family members will enter the Li family.
The door to home is Gao Pan.
In fact, as early as two years ago, Mrs. Wang was setting up Mrs. Qin and Li Qi, and the more she looked at Li Qi, the more she liked him.
Of course Li Qi understands this in his heart, but it doesn't matter, because whether it is in later generations or now, the mentality of his parents is like this. They have not been in love with you, so how can they know that it is inseparable and what they value?
It is the future. Whether their children can have a bright future is what they value most. After all, they are from different perspectives, so there is nothing strange about it. Being strange can't change anything anyway. After all, this is a legacy of five thousand years of Chinese civilization.
Those who come down, just try your best.
Wang Zhongling waved his hand and looked at his wife displeased and said, "What are you doing? Li Qi is not an outsider. If he wants to see Sanniang, he can just go by himself. What are you worrying about here?"
Mrs. Wang said "Ah...oh" twice, and then said in succession: "Yes, yes, I am already confused."
Sweat! If you are confused, then I am suffering from Alzheimer's disease. Li Qi was extremely embarrassed by the double act performed by the two of them, so he quickly changed the subject and said: "Uncle Wang, I came here today to bring up old matters again.
"
Wang Zhongling asked curiously: "What's the matter?"
Li Qidao: "Taishi Academy." Originally, he wanted to say a few words before talking, but now it seems that he feels that this is not necessary at all.
Wang Zhongling was stunned and said in confusion: "You keep mentioning this matter. I think your purpose is not only to find a job for me to support the family."
Of course not, how much money do you get from my Zuixianju pit every year, and you still need to support your family? It’s funny! Li Qi no longer concealed this matter, and said, sooner rather than later, "Uncle Wang should also know that Confucianism is still there today
They continue to suppress other schools of thought, hoping to return to the era of exclusive Confucianism, but now other schools of thought have stood up one after another, and there is one less leader."
Wang Zhongling said with a hint of surprise: "Are you trying to push me to take this seat?"
Li Qi nodded.
Wang Zhongling was shocked and said: "I, Wang Zhongling, am so virtuous and capable. I can't do it. This is absolutely impossible."
Li Qi smiled and said: "Uncle Wang, you have been an official in the court for so long. You have high moral standing and high qualifications. If you want to talk about talent and learning alone, I am afraid there is no one suitable. After all, there is another mountain high. Qin Hui can borrow it."
Confucian newspapers have won the following of Confucian scholars all over the world, so why should Uncle Wang belittle himself? As long as Uncle Wang agrees, the rest is not a problem, I will take care of it."
When Wang Zhongling heard Qin Hui, a flash of resentment flashed in his eyes, but he also understood why Li Qi mentioned this matter again and again. His purpose was to confront Qin Hui. He hesitated for a moment and said, "Then why don't you go up yourself?"
Li Qi shook his head and said: "I'm really missing a lot, and I have too many things to do, and I can't worry about it at all."
Wang Zhongling glanced at his wife. Mrs. Wang was no better than Mrs. Bai. She was not sure. She smiled and said: "Li Qi, it's a rare time for you to come here today. Don't talk about business all the time. This business can't be completed in one day."
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Wang Zhongling nodded repeatedly and said: "Your Aunt Wang is right. It's rare for you to come here, so don't mention those disappointing things. Besides, I have to think about it carefully."
Li Qi was not in a hurry, smiled and nodded: "It's okay, it's okay, I can understand that."
A few people chatted with each other again, asking how Zhengxi was doing, and whether the relationship between Li Qi and Bai Shizhong had been eased. After chatting for a while, Wang Zhongling and his wife excused themselves and excused themselves. Before leaving, they gave Li Qi some strange things.
The look in his eyes was nothing more than telling him to go find Mrs. Qin.
Of course they didn't need to remind them, this was the main purpose of Li Qi's trip. After coming out of the front hall, Li Qi followed a maid to the back.
"Little sister, where is Madam now?"
"Oh, third sister is in the garden."
"It's the garden again? But it's snowing, why are you going to the garden?"
"Every year at this time, the third sister will go to the garden to watch the plum blossoms."
"Plum blossoms? Yes, yes, it seems to be the season for plum blossoms to bloom."
The garden of the Wang Mansion is no better than the garden of the Qin Mansion. There are flowers blooming in all seasons. How could a fat man like Wang Zhongling know how to appreciate flowers? He just put some in randomly to show his elegance.
Li Qi came to the garden gate and saw at a glance that there was white snow everywhere, except for a few plum blossoms in the corner in the south of the garden, which Ling Han was blooming alone.
The blossoming plum blossoms are still white and red, very beautiful.
In a pavilion not far from the plum tree, I saw a beautiful lady standing in it. In her white cloak, I could still see a hint of red hidden inside. It could also be said that she was wearing a new white and a new red. In the vast white snow, although it was just a silhouette.
, but it is as pure and innocent as the white snow, and like the high-altitude plum blossoms, which can only be viewed from a distance but not played with.
Li Qi saw Mrs. Qin standing alone in the pavilion, sometimes raising her head to look at the plum blossoms on the branches, sometimes lowering her head, so he asked curiously: "Madam, what is she doing?"
The maid said: "Oh, the third sister said that this year's plum blossoms are particularly beautiful, so she wanted to draw them."
So elegant? It seemed that her mood was not affected much. Li Qi took a closer look and saw that she really seemed to be painting.
The maid said again: "Secretary Envoy, I'll go and make a message first."
Li Qi was startled for a moment, and then looked into the distance. He felt that the world and the people seemed to be integrated into one, which was very charming. He thought to himself, she painted plum blossoms, and I painted beautiful flowers, haha, it was so appropriate. He smiled and said to the maid
: "Do you have a pen suitable for me to use?"
The maid asked in surprise: "I wonder what kind of pen the Privy Councilor is accustomed to using?"
"Of course it's charcoal, it's cheap and practical."
"Yes, yes, I will help you get it now."
"Go quickly, go quickly, and get a piece of paper---no, get some papers."