When his son Chu Wenbin came back and reported to Dr. Xu Zao that instead of turning Chen Caozhi away, he was treated with extra courtesy. He was so angry that he lost his voice. He waved his hand and let his son go out first. He was alone in silence.
In the room, there was strong anger suppressed in his chest. He, an upright official from a noble family, was despised by a rotten scholar from a poor family. This was unbearable!
The happiest thing at this time is to immediately use his power to dismiss Xu Zao and send him back to Jingkou, so that the rotten scholar can understand how stupid it is to go against the noble nobles!
However, things did not always go as expected. Although the doctor of county studies was not an official directly appointed by the imperial court, he was personally hired by the prefect of the county. The prefect Lu Na respected Xu Zao's talent and learning, and specially invited Xu Zao from Jingkou to teach Wujun students.
, and the personal relationship between Lu Na and Xu Zao was not shallow, so it seemed not easy for him and Chu Jian to punish Xu Zao immediately.
Chu Jian was wandering around the room, unable to vent his anger, which was really uncomfortable.
Chu Wenqian and Chu Wenbin were both waiting outside. Hearing Chu Jian's heavy footsteps and depressed breathing inside the door curtain, Chu Wenqian felt particularly uneasy. He opened the curtain and went in, knelt in front of Chu Jian and said, "It's all my nephew's incompetence."
, to make my uncle anxious. Please don’t get anxious because of your nephew’s affairs, otherwise your nephew will die without redemption.”
Chu Jian calmed down his surging energy and blood, and said slowly: "Wen Qian, this matter is no longer just your grudge. Our Chu family is completely involved. If we cannot effectively attack Chen Cao and his
Xu Zao, if I, Qian Tang Chu, are in this county, this county will have no dignity at all. We must find a way and crack down on them."
Chu Wenqian did not dare to speak. Chu Wenbin also came in at this time and knelt down and said: "Father, the land bird Lu Ziyu has a bad opinion of Chen Caozhi. Can our Chu family use the power of the Lu family to completely reduce Chen Caozhi to a low life?"
?”
Chu Jian was about to say why he needed to borrow the power of the Lu family to deal with the poor Chen family, but then he thought about it and asked, "Why does Chen Cao have a quarrel with Lu Qin again?"
Chu Wenbin explained in detail, and Chu Jian muttered: "Lu Qin is arrogant and arrogant, but we can take advantage of it. This matter cannot be rushed. Bin'er, you continue to study in Xu's school, make a good friend with Lu Qin, and wait for the opportunity to let Lu Qin and Lu Qin."
When there is a conflict between Chen Cao and Chen Cao, the bigger and more chaotic the situation, the better. Although the prefect Lu Na is a humble man, his brother Lu Shi is extremely defensive and has always looked down upon the common people of the poor family. If he learns that his son Lu Qin is studying in the Xu Academy
If you are wronged, why don't you get furious and punish Xu Zao as well——"
Chu Wenqian complimented: "My uncle's wisdom is beyond the reach of my nephew."
Chu Jian was also a little proud of himself. Sometimes his conspiracy and conspiracy would be as inspirational as reciting poems and composing poems. This was the case with Chu Jian. The more he thought about it, the more excited he became. The previous anger turned into bad water, and he said: "Then
Isn't Chen Caozhi self-reliant on his talent? He will definitely show off in the school. Bin'er can take the opportunity to encourage Lu Qin to compete with Chen Caozhi. I think Chen Caozhi's two different calligraphy styles for his left and right hands should be incomparable to Lu Qin.
, In this way, Chen Caozhi is not far away from disaster."
Chu Wenbin nodded repeatedly, but then said: "That land bird is very arrogant and ignores children. He may not compete with Chen Caozhi."
Chu Jian glanced at his nephew Chu Wenqian. Chu Wenqian remembered that he had hastily agreed to compete with Chen Cao in calligraphy, and his reputation had been ruined today. He couldn't help but regret it, and he lowered his head and did not dare to look at his uncle.
Chu Jian said: "So don't be impatient and be patient. Bin'er, you can praise Chen Caozhi's talent intentionally or unintentionally. Lu Qin is arrogant and may be disdainful at first, but there will always be dissatisfaction in his heart. Over time, you will add fuel to the fire.
After all, with the pride and impetuosity of land birds, they will definitely compete with Chen Caozhi."
Chu Wenbin was greatly impressed by his father's foresight and insight. Like his father, he must be like his son. Chu Wenbin's villainous tricks are due to his father's influence. Words are not as good as words and deeds, and reading all the books of sages is not as good as his father's words.
Chu Jian's despicable intentions were out of control, and he said to Chu Wenqian: "Wen Qian, you are 40 years old this year. Don't wait for a price anymore. You are a fifth-grade scholar. Your reputation has not been well-known these years. You are a noble and idle person."
You can't get it, but there is still no problem with the eighth-grade county magistrate. There is no case of evasion of the county or township in the imperial court. You can apply for the position of Qiantang County Magistrate. The current Qiantang County Magistrate Wang Deyi will be in office until next May.
However, my uncle can make plans for you to take over this position."
Chu Wenbin suddenly realized: "My father means that after Chen Caozhi is unable to gain a foothold in Wu County and returns to his hometown in embarrassment, the eighth brother will slowly take care of him, right?"
Chu Jian had a smile on his face, remained silent, and waved the two of them to leave.
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A gentleman never talks about the faults of others. Xu Zao did not express Chu Jian's despicable intentions to Chen Caozhi. However, his son Xu Miao was a good friend of Chen Caozhi. He was a young man and naturally knew everything about his good friend. He originally thought Chu Wenbin was inferior.
He would not come to the school again in the future, but he did not expect that Chu Wenbin would come here as if nothing had happened. If something unusual happened, there must be a conspiracy, so Xu Miao reminded Chen Caozhi to be careful.
Chen Caozhi was secretly vigilant and thought: "This Chu family's ghost is still lingering. It has been pestering me from Qiantang to Wujun. It seems that this is a dead end." He took a deep breath, looked up at the Lion Mountain, and said to Xu Miao,
Liu Shangzhi said: "Immortal people, Shangzhi, let's climb the mountain. If you have a pent-up spirit in your heart, if you climb high and look into the distance, singing and roaring, your mind will be relaxed. If you look at the tricks of those who are camped out, you will feel that Chen Cao is here.
So, what can Junior Xiao do to me!"
Liu Shangzhi praised: "Zizhong's words are very heroic. I want to see what Chu Wenbin wants. Of the eight surnames of Qian and Tang, Chu is the worst. I'm really right."
Xu Miao said: "Zizhong, my father said that if Chu Jian pushes people too hard, then he doesn't want to get a doctorate in county studies. Anyway, I, the Xu family, don't live on this meager salary. You can follow us back to Jingkou."
, my father will teach you everything he has learned throughout his life, and with your intelligence and diligence, you will be a master of your studies in less than two years."
Liu Shangzhi said: "Then I also want to learn from you."
Xu Miao glanced at Liu Shangzhi and said, "That's fine."
Because of Chen Caozhi, Xu Miao now has a better impression of Liu Shangzhi. He also knows that although Liu Shangzhi is a bit impetuous and boastful, he is frank and values justice, and he is worthy, worthy, and worthy of his friendship.
It was afternoon time, it was getting dusk, and the sun was setting in the west. Liu Shangzhi said: "Let's go to Lion Rock again early tomorrow morning. You two will accompany me to the north of the mountain to see the house first."
Liu Shangzhi accepted Chen Caozhi's suggestion, not to build a wooden building, but to rent a farmhouse to live in. His servant Alin went to the northern foot of Lion Mountain for a day and just reported back, saying that he had found a quiet and good place to live, but the rent was not high.
Philippines, asking for a monthly rent of five baht and 1,600 wen.
Liu Shangzhi said: "As long as the place is really quiet and refreshing, it doesn't matter if it's 1,600 yuan. Then the two rooms at Sanxiang Inn will cost more than 1,600 yuan a month."
Chen Caozhi and Xu Miao followed Liu Shangzhui to see where he lived. Ran Sheng and Laide also followed. Liu Shangzhui's maid Gillian did not come with them today, saying she was ill, but Liu Shangzhui was not worried at all.
Look.
Lion Rock is a lonely mountain. It really seems like the mount of an ancient god. It was abandoned among the farmland of Jinghu Lake and turned into an immovable Lion Rock. The mountain has many strange rocks and few trees. The tenacious pines, cypresses and miscellaneous trees emerge from the gaps in the rocks.
Struggling out, the music is straight and the rocks are dotted with lush greenery.
Chen Caoren and his party bypassed the Lion Mountain from the Lion's Tail and walked eastward along a gurgling stream for three miles. They saw a peach forest in front of them, with hundreds of steps along the bank. There were no other trees. It was late autumn and early winter, so we still had a look.
The beauty of this peach grove cannot be overstated, but with flowing water and sparse forest and no homes around, it is indeed a quiet place.
Servant A Lin went first. At this time, he and an old farmer came up to him and led everyone more than ten feet under the peach forest. They saw five thatched cottages, which were neat and elegant. They were very different from the thatched cottages that ordinary farmers lived in. They were more exquisite than Xu's thatched cottage.
Much more, it is completely an elegant scenery in Chinese painting.
Liu Shangzhi was overjoyed and decided to rent it immediately, but the old farmer said: "This husband wants to rent, but he can only live there until February next year. As soon as the peach blossoms bloom, he must move out."
Liu Shangzhi raised his diamond-shaped eyes and said, "That's unreasonable. The beauty of this place will be after the peach blossoms bloom in March next year. Otherwise, who would rent you a few shabby thatched houses for 1,600 yuan!"
When the old farmer heard this, he said he would not rent anymore and his attitude was resolute.
Chen Cao said: "It's worth it. Let's rent it this year. We will go back years ago. I'm afraid we will have to live in the city when we come back next year. When the peach blossoms bloom, it will be the same if we make an appointment to come here."
Ran Sheng interrupted: "You don't have to spend money yet."
Liu Shangzhi laughed and thought it was right, so he asked A Lin to pay one month's rent in advance and they would move in tomorrow.
This old farmer seemed honest and honest, but he was actually cunning. When he saw that Liu Shangzhui had agreed to rent the property until the end of the year, he was secretly happy. He accepted the money and said he would wait here early tomorrow morning for Liu Shangzhui to move here.
Xu Miao, the capital of Chen Cao, praised the Taolin Thatched Cottage for its quietness and ease of studying. Liu Shangzhi said happily: "Studying is one of them. We also have a place to gather together. Otherwise, we don't know where to go during the holidays. This
A-Lin also has good cooking skills. Tomorrow is the day off from school. Zi Zhong, Xianmin, it would be great if you two came here to have a few drinks and talk about art."
Liu Shangzhi took his two servants back to the city. After dinner, he had to take an ox cart to listen to Dr. Xu's lecture on "Zhuangzi" at night. He made three trips back and forth every day, and the total distance was more than 40 miles. It was indeed quite hard. Tomorrow
It will be easy to move to Taolin Hut behind the mountain.
After teaching in the evening, Chen Caozhi accompanied Liu Shangzhi for a walk by the lake. He watched him get on the bullock cart and then slowly walked back to the thatched cottage. Xu Miao was already sitting there reading. Chen Caozhi didn't say much.
The neighbor sat down and started copying books.
Young people are all competitive. Xu Miao admired Chen Caozhi, but he also wanted to compete with Chen Caozhi. Chen Caozhi copied the books and read until midnight. Xu Miao could not let go of the scrolls and studied hard.
Chen Caozhi remembered his mother and sister-in-law's advice not to stay up too late, so he put away his books, washed his pen, and rested at the first hour of the day. Hearing that Xu Miao in the next room also fell asleep at about the same time, Chen Caozhi couldn't help but smile knowingly.
Xu Miao's friendship and Xu's father and son gave him a warm and peaceful feeling like at home. It is really a wonderful thing to study in such an environment.
Chen Caozhi had a habit of going to bed late and getting up early. He didn't wash up after getting up the next day. He first ran around Xiaojing Lake. Ran Sheng and Lai De followed him. There were several nobles from Kuaiji and Shangyu in the wooden building on the south bank of Xiaojing Lake.
The disciples lived there. Mr. He of Kuaiji, who had gotten up early, was leaning against the window and railing to enjoy the scenery of the lake and mountains. He was greatly surprised when he saw Chen Cao's master and servants running after each other. He then laughed and called the names of several other gentry disciples, making them all
Come and see something strange.
Mr. He smiled and said: "This Chen Caozhi is indeed extraordinary. No wonder Dr. Xu values him. He studies Confucianism here without forgetting to hone his physique. Even if he fails to study Confucianism, he can still farm with his strong body and bones when he returns home. If he can enter Confucianism,
, retreating to Kenong, Chen Caozhi can advance and retreat freely."
The other gentry disciples laughed loudly, pointed at Chen Cao's master and servants, and laughed and slandered him.
Ran Sheng said angrily: "These losers still dare to make fun of us. Let me go and knock down their wooden buildings at night!"
Chen Cao said: "Xiao Sheng, don't be ridiculous, let them laugh. These people are like the frog at the bottom of the well in "Zhuangzi. Autumn Waters". They think the sky is only as big as the mouth of the well. They don't know how ridiculous they are and make fun of others. They laugh at me.
, I laughed at him even more."
Laide grinned widely and said with a "ho ho" smile: "Yes, yes, these people are even more ridiculous. I saw one of them walking around in a wooden building wearing a skirt yesterday. He was so ugly that I couldn't look at him.
."
Ran Sheng glared and said, "If there is such a strange thing, why didn't Brother Lai De ask me to come and see it?"
Chen Caozhi smiled slightly and thought that He Yan, the master of metaphysics in the Zhengshi period, liked to wear women's skirts, walk and look at his own shadow, apply powder and incense, and was extremely narcissistic. Fortunately, the gentry of the Eastern Jin Dynasty had such a hobby.
There are very few, otherwise such a noble status would really not be worth pursuing.
Xu Zao and his son stood in front of the thatched cottage, watching Chen Caozhi running over from a distance. Xu Zao said to his son: "Caozhi is a man with great ambitions. He has many friends for his father. Chen Caozhi is the only one. He used to be from a poor family."
When Tao Kan, the first person, was appointed governor of Guangzhou, he had nothing to do. He moved a hundred large urns outdoors every morning with his own hands, and moved them back again at dusk. When people asked him why, he replied, "I want to devote myself to the Central Plains, but I am too leisurely."
, I’m afraid I won’t be able to work too hard in the future.’ If Cao Cao succeeds in the future, he may not be as good as Tao Kan.”
Chen Caozhi ran over to greet Xu Zao. Xu Zao said with a smile: "Caozhi knows how to keep fit and maintain health, which is very good." He also said to his son Xu Miao: "You will also walk with Caozhi to keep fit in the future. You can run in Xiaojing Lake.
If you can’t do one lap, you can run half a lap.”
Xu Miao bowed and said, "Yes."
After breakfast, Liu Shangzhi came from the city with his luggage loaded on the oxcart. Alin also carried a load of kitchen utensils, wine, meat, and the like.
Today is a day off from school. Xu Miao and Chen Caozhi asked Xu Zao to help Liu Shangzhi find a place to live, and Xu Zao agreed.
Liu Shangzhi, Chen Caozhi, Xu Miao and others arrived at yesterday's Taoyuan hut. The old farmer had been waiting for a long time and helped Liu Shangzhi unload the luggage from the oxcart. He also warned not to move the utensils in the house.
The reed mat must be carefully taken care of——
Liu Shangzhi was impatient and said: "I'm so verbose, I'll pay for the damage to the utensils. Okay, come on, don't disturb us."
When everyone entered the thatched cottage, they saw that the windows were bright and clean, the floor was covered with thick wooden boards, and the reed mats on them had exquisite patterns. The other four thatched cottages were also spotless, and it was obvious that someone was cleaning them every day.
Liu Shangzhi said with a smile: "It's very good, Gillian doesn't have to clean it up, and you can live in it after you move in. It's money well spent."
The three of them sat down in the thatched cottage in the middle. A-Lin warmed up the wine and Gillian took the cup. The three of them chatted about some casual things. They were very comfortable. Suddenly, they saw the old farmer coming over, sweating profusely, and said anxiously: "It's a disaster."
, something has happened, the idiot is here, please move out quickly, or else the old man will suffer."
Liu Shangzhi was in high spirits when he heard this and said angrily: "I paid the rent yesterday, how can I regret it!"
The old man was so anxious that he bowed to Liu Shangzhi repeatedly and said that the 1,600 yuan would be returned shortly, and he would not lose a penny. Now he only asked a few people to leave here with their belongings.
Liu Shangzhi became angry and sat still, saying: "I don't care what idiot or idiot you are, I will live in this thatched cottage."
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