These short six words can be said to accurately summarize the mentality of most officials after they learned about the three marriages from various channels. Just like the Confucius University scholar pushed the chief minister Jiangge back, in various government yamen
, most of the people who complained thought of these six words. Unless a few people who were destined to win were sulking, most of the other people just sighed.
However, after the three families who received the good news called their sons home urgently, their reactions were completely different.
The governor of the Zhao family was really overjoyed. He set off a bunch of firecrackers and wanted to send people to all his relatives and friends to announce the good news. As the second son, Zhao Mingxiang, who had always been held in the hands of his parents and brothers, was so happy that he could only
He would giggle, and even when people asked him what he said when he met the saint, he thought about it for a long time but scratched his head and said he didn't remember.
In fact, the only thing he remembered was that when the emperor asked him about his family situation, he kept saying good things about his parents and brothers, exaggerating the harmony of the family - after all, his family was indeed harmonious. Speaking of the time when he was taught a lesson because of his occasional stupidity, then
His face is full of pride and pride. However, even if he thinks about it now, he doesn't intend to say it out... Do you want to be scolded for saying it?
In Nanyang Hou's Mansion, after receiving the order, Mrs. Nanyang Hou immediately called Zhang Wu in front of her, looked at him from head to toe, gave a few instructions, and then ordered her servants to start preparing for the wedding from now on. Within a year,
After all, the period was not long. As for the study room that was promised to Zhang Wu yesterday, she notified the other two concubines early in the morning, and naturally ordered people to urge them to start moving.
As for the other bastards who showed signs of success yesterday and were simply jealous and jealous of Zhang Wu, she didn't bother to sow discord. Instead, she sent a mother to beat them one by one. Why didn't these guys get hugged earlier?
You fell in love with Zhang Chen, so you got the spot of the supervising student, and then you went to Banshan Hall with Zhang Chen to become Zhang Shou's student?
However, the reaction of the Huaiqing Hou Mansion initially seemed depressing and dull. After learning that Zhang Lu had been rewarded yesterday, Huaiqing Hou's wife began to "fall ill" in bed. When the imperial edict arrived home, she even tried to lie in bed and pretend to be seriously ill.
Still being frightened by the coaxing and lying from her confidant mother, she hurriedly got up to wash up and go to greet him. When she learned that Zhang Lu was going to marry the princess, she almost fainted out of breath.
Soon, the people she sent to inquire came back and reported that Princess Xinyang behaved virtuous and gentle in front of the Queen Mother, but in fact she had no father in the family. As the eldest sister, she had always been raised as a half-boy, and everything was done by her.
The mother is the master of the house, but the mother has no opinion. Moreover, after Princess Xinyang left Qingning Palace yesterday, she went to Qianqing Palace to beg the emperor. After getting married, she and her husband separated and lived alone.
It is said that the emperor agreed without even asking the Queen Mother.
After the anger when she received the order, Mrs. Huaiqing thought that no matter how noble the princess's daughter-in-law was, she was still a daughter-in-law, so she decided to hold her nose and arrange the marriage. When the time comes, when the daughter-in-law comes, she, the mother-in-law, will have to deal with it.
, let her know who is in charge in this house.
But now that she heard that a bastard whom she had always looked down upon had actually been separated by the emperor's personal permission and lived with the princess's daughter-in-law, at most going home during the holidays, she really fainted with anger this time.
Not to mention, when Marquis Huaiqing, who stayed in the capital in the evening, came back, she was unwilling to argue with her husband, but she received a rude roar from Marquis Huaiqing: "Alu married the princess.
That's the best thing, what are you talking about? If you separate, you can stay out of sight, and you don't have to pretend to be sick all day long and have people come to take care of you. Isn't this the best of both worlds?"
"You still want to be embarrassed in front of the royal family?"
When Zhang Lu learned from those who wanted to please him that his aunt was actually exposed by his father for pretending to be ill, he was immediately angry and funny, but more than anything, he was indescribably happy. Of course, what made him ecstatic the most
, it was undoubtedly his father who called him in front of him and told him bluntly that he would give him a share of the family property later so that he could live alone with Princess Xinyang.
"Your second uncle is out with Duke Zhao. If he knows that Xiao Wu is the master of his family, he might be so happy that he goes crazy. We, the Zhang family, really made our fortune from being a pawn. To get to where we are today, our two brothers have almost died several times.
Huansheng, you and Xiao Wu have had a good relationship since childhood, and you will remember to help each other in the future. As for other brothers, if they are good to you, you can help them, and if they are not good, you can ignore them. "
Zhang Hanzhou, the Marquis of Huaiqing, laughed and said nonchalantly: "Your second uncle and I have established the family business and given birth to enough sons to be worthy of our ancestors. What happens next is up to you. Anyway, after we die, we won't be able to see anything."
Come. Children and grandchildren will have their own blessings. Don’t expect me to give you more of the family property just because you want to marry the princess. I will naturally balance the bowl of water."
When Zhang Lu came out with mixed emotions after seeing his father, and then went to look for Zhang Wu at the Nanyang Marquis' Mansion next door, he found that compared with the unspeakable atmosphere at his own home, the atmosphere in Nanyang Marquis' Mansion was obviously much more relaxed and cheerful.
And when I arrived at Zhang Wu's yard, I saw that the sixth and seventh elders of the Nanyang Marquis Mansion who used to live with Zhang Wu had all moved out. Their house had been cleaned up and used as a study for Zhang Wu, and there were even more furnishings in the yard.
There were several pots of flowers and plants, and the servants were all very attentive. He was a little surprised to know Mrs. Nanyang Hou somewhat.
After all, even his father was full of praise for this powerful aunt.
Although he knew that there were many people here with mixed eyes and mixed mouths, when Zhang Lu saw Zhang Wu, he couldn't help but joked: "The changes here are really big. It has suddenly become a separate house. Even the servants have become
You're much more polite." You also said that your aunt is great? Compared to my aunt who was already thinking about how to chastise the princess's daughter-in-law, her attitude softened too quickly!
Zhang Wu smiled bitterly and said: "Don't mention it, my head is still dizzy. The books in this study are all just delivered by my mother. In addition, she let me choose by myself and gave me some guidance.
He said a few words to me. But the monthly payment for clothes and the like is still the same as before. But I think about it, if I start spending money like crazy on clothes from tomorrow on, it would look too nouveau riche!"
This time, Zhang Lu was really shocked. His stingy aunt even pinched her nose and ordered people to open the warehouse to get clothing materials and make four winter clothes for him. By the way, she symbolically raised her monthly salary from 1 guan to 2 guan.
Except for the private courtyard and study room, Wu didn't add anything! But after the initial surprise, he thought about it for a while and finally sighed.
"My aunt is still very controlled. My family...my mother is like that. Do you know what my father said?"
Zhang Wu listened to Zhang Lu's narration of the original words of Marquis Huaiqing. After being stunned for a moment, Zhang Wu couldn't help but sigh. Because after receiving the order, his aunt, Mrs. Nanyang Marquis, called him over and said similar words.
.Since he is the Lord, the family will do its best in arranging wedding arrangements in accordance with the royal requirements, but the share of his family property will be the share he deserves, no more, no less.
"Actually, I'll be satisfied if I can get my fair share. Okay, let's not say so much. We were urgently called back from the Imperial College to receive the order. Yesterday, the young gentleman also said that he had something to explain to us, but it turned out
But we don’t have time to go to him. Let’s go back to the Imperial College quickly and see if he is in the dormitory. First, come to announce the good news, secondly, thank you, and thirdly, listen to any other instructions he has!”
Zhang Lu immediately nodded and said, "If you don't come, I'm planning to go back, so let's go quickly!"
The future prince-in-law and the future guest of honor were called back from the Imperial College by their families, but they did not even bother to eat lunch, and suddenly they both rode back to the Imperial College at noon. In the eyes of ordinary people who did not know what was going on, this naturally seemed like the two of them.
People are diligent and studious, but no one who thinks they know their background will think that they have changed their gender. They only believe that these two marriages were all planned by Zhang Shou.
When Zhang Wu and Zhang Lu arrived at the Imperial College, the morning classes had been completed and most of the students in the sixth class had dispersed. When people who came late saw them, some were scornful and disdainful, while others were envious and jealous.
, and some people pointed out that after all, only a very small number of people could maintain a normal mind. But on the way, they actually met Lu Sanlang again.
"Hey, the Prince Consort and Master Yibin are actually back again?" The chubby Lu Sanlang smiled and cupped his hands at the two of them, and then he coughed dryly and said, "If you don't come back, I'm going to look for you.
I’m very curious about what kind of advice the young gentleman is going to teach you face to face. Speaking of which, class at Banshan Hall hasn’t ended yet!”
Zhang Wu and Zhang Lu didn't pay much attention to Lu Sanlang's teasing, but they heard that class had not ended in Banshan Hall. They looked at each other, but ignored Lu Sanlang and hurried to Banshan Hall. When they had seen
When they were at the door, they heard Zhang Shou's steady voice, actually talking about the future class system.
"I have already mentioned this matter to the emperor. After the Imperial College resumes classes in the next year, it will be gradually implemented. Of course, you are still from Banshan Hall, but most classes no longer have more than a hundred people attending together.
Instead, they are divided into various small classes, and are taught individually by specialized teachers according to your own pace. Of course, I will also have half-day classes every two days..."
Zhang Shou, who was rarely in class, introduced the class system in general, and then he saw Zhang Wu and Zhang Lu standing outside, as well as the majestic and high-spirited Lu Sanlang, and he couldn't help but smile. And with his smile, a bunch of people below him
The man looked at it as if he had a tacit understanding. He suddenly turned his head and looked back, and immediately spotted the Zhang brothers and Lu Sanlang.
Thinking that in the future Zhang Wu would be the consort, Zhang Lu would be the guest of honor, and among the other people who also participated in the selection of the son-in-law, some people would inevitably feel unhappy. But who would have thought that at this moment, the fourth prince at the front suddenly shouted: "
Second brother-in-law! My father said that you are honest and down-to-earth and would not bully my second sister. Don’t betray his trust!"
As soon as these words came out, the huge half-mountain hall was quiet for a moment, and then burst into laughter. However, after the laughter, some people tasted it. When Dare to face the saint, the emperor saw from Zhang Wu
Their traits are honesty and down-to-earth? Is this the true meaning of Zhang Shou’s initial instructions to them to be frank and honest?
They are also quite honest... Of course, there are some tricks in some places, but is it true that the emperor's eyes are so sharp that he can detect such small details?
Zhang Wu was also extremely embarrassed by the Fourth Prince's shout. If he hadn't been in such a public place, facing such an eccentric brother-in-law, he would have been willing to give his promise solemnly, but what should he say now?
?
Will I never let down Princess Deyang? But I have never met her. Isn’t it inappropriate to say this?
But Zhang Shou did not speak to help him at this time, nor did he change the subject and say that get out of class was over. Zhang Wu could only say in a hurry: "Of course I will not let down the emperor's trust. Please rest assured, fourth prince!"
The fourth prince nodded triumphantly, and was about to turn his head to boast to his third brother when he saw a panicked look on his face: "Fourth brother, why are you saying this? Both the father and the queen mother will be unhappy...so will the second sister.
Not necessarily happy!”
Before the confused Fourth Prince asked why, Zhang Shou smiled and said: "Okay, that's all for today's morning class. Let's break up. I know that when the results come out today, some people will be happy and some will be sad, but you guys
Don’t forget, when you suddenly look back, that person is there in the dim light. How could you know that your great marriage will not come when you least expect it?”
"Yesterday when you met the saint, every time you met someone, the emperor would quip with witty words and comment on them one by one. I remember them all. Compared with those who studied hard for more than ten years in the humble window, even if they passed the Jinshi examination, they might not be able to meet the saint alone.
People, you are all lucky. So don’t hang your head, you are not a loser!"
Although Zhang Shou's few words did not really dispel his frustration, some people wanted to know how the emperor judged him, some wanted to know if it was really possible for him to get another good marriage, and some did not dare to offend the person who had been by his side yesterday.
Zhang Shou, who accompanied the selection... In short, everyone dispersed quickly, and even the third and fourth princes were kicked out by Zhang Shou.
The only two people who didn't leave were Zhang Chen and Zhu Er. Zhang Chen had been close to Zhang Wu and Zhang Lu in the past, but now that there were no outsiders, he said carelessly: "Congratulations, now you can feel proud at home, and you are not afraid."
Someone will give you little shoes to wear again!"
Zhu Er also laughed and said: "There is a guest of honor in the Huaiqing Marquis Mansion, a consort in the Nanyang Marquis Mansion, and two royal daughters-in-law in the two brothers' mansions. This is rare in this dynasty! Such a time
, do you still remember to come back to class?"
Zhang Wu and Zhang Lu had calmed down a long time ago. After returning the gift, Zhang Wu smiled bitterly and said: "Don't laugh at us. If it hadn't been for the little gentleman's advice, A Lu and I might not be where we are today. We
I hurried back, not really because I studied hard and studied hard. Firstly, I didn’t want to see the arrogant faces of the servants at home, and secondly..."
Zhang Lu immediately picked up the conversation and said, "The second reason is because I still remember what Mr. Xiao said yesterday, saying he has something to say to us?"
"You are interested."
Zhang Shou was not surprised by this answer, and immediately asked with a smile: "Do you know why the emperor wants you to get married in a year?"
As soon as these words came out, everyone was confused. Even Lu Sanlang, who thought he was smart, couldn't come to a conclusion after thinking hard.
Only then did Zhang Shou say meaningfully: "You are about to get married. One is the lord and the other is the princess. Both of them are royal treasures. Even if your palace pays for the wedding, you can't live off your wife's dowry after the marriage.
Right? This year is for you to become familiar with your identity and work hard to use this identity to prepare for the future."
Zhu Er suddenly realized: "Just like if you want to marry my sister, you can't let her follow you to eat chaffy vegetables!"