The number one scholar of the Song Dynasty

Recently, the government has been not peaceful. The main reason is that after Yang Lin returned to Beijing, the political arena, which had been quiet for a few days, became ups and downs again.

They came to look at each other with a half-hearted certainty in their hearts, and it was for Yang Lin again.

The two entered the room one after the other, only to see Liang Shicheng leaning on a recliner, and several servants standing behind him kneading.

Liang Yinxiang is full of aging, he is no longer refined and hale and hearty as before, Gao Qiu and Wang Ning thought at the same time, Yinxiang is old.

After years of mental and physical exhaustion, and the loss of his godson Wang Fu, Liang Shicheng is still no match for Cai Jing and Yang Lin.Gao Qiu even felt that it was not bad for him to be able to get to where he is today.

The little servant clung to his ear, and said softly, "Grandpa Taifu, we're here."

Liang Shicheng opened his cloudy eyes and said, "You guys are here, please sit down."

After taking his seat, Gao Qiu asked, "Teacher, is something wrong again?"

"There is something our family can't figure out. Yang Lin just came back a few days ago and suddenly asked His Majesty to go out of Beijing to Youyan. What do you think?"

"There is such a thing?" Wang Ning asked, tilting his head, "Could it be that he noticed something?"

Master Liang was moved in his heart, and said in a deep voice: "It is possible, this little thief is as cunning as a ghost. Every time he offends Cai Jing or our family, he will sneak out to avoid disaster. This time, who is he hiding from?"

He sent spies from the Ministry of Internal Affairs, thinking it was very secretive, but he met a group of thieves and ancestors, the Long Live Camp, which was dedicated to this.Especially those little "secret agents" who have been raised since they were young. They have participated in three wars at a young age, destroying Fangla, pacifying Dali, and conquering Tubo. They can be called "little veterans".

Wang Ning thought, since you want to kill him completely and you have enough grounds, what are you waiting for.It must be known that Yang Lin's power is growing steadily, while Liang Yinxiang is constantly declining.Under the ebb and flow, if you wait a little longer, you may really not be his opponent.

"Teacher, since you've already decided to make a decision with him, it's not good to procrastinate. Why don't you take this opportunity and kill him with one blow!"

Chapter 4 Fourteen

The night fell, and the stars were shining.

Wanjia is brightly lit, and Bianjing is even more attractive. The night market sells water chestnut lotus root, and spring boats carry Qiluo. The Bianhe River surrounding Fanlou is a lively scene.

In a boudoir in the inner courtyard of Duan's mansion in Dali, the water vapor in the large bathing pool is steaming, and the water surface is covered with rose petals, which is fragrant.

A beautiful girl was half leaning against the edge of the pool, her long wet hair wrapped around her swan-like delicate neck, and fell gently in front of her chest.This little loli has a slender figure, red lips and white teeth, beautiful eyes, and a beautiful oval face. There is a bit of charm in the purity, and there is a little bit of shyness in the charm.

There was a faint crimson floating on the body as white as ivory, the door creaked, and the girl didn't panic, she squinted her lovely eyes and said with a smile: "Sister Miaozhen, your bath is very good, it's made of white jade. "

Since Duan Miaozhen settled in Bianliang City, she has become a well-deserved high-class lady. The main reason is that most of the noble women in the Song Dynasty believed in Buddhism, and Duan's worship of Buddhism and profound Dharma are well known throughout the world.What's more, Duan Miaozhen's temperament is naturally close to others, whether it is Zheng Yunyao or Zhe Huanxiang, as long as they meet her once and get along with her for a while, they all regard her as their best friend.

There are often noble girls staying in Duan's mansion, and the one bathing here tonight is Cai Jing's cherished youngest daughter, Cai Lingbao.

When Duan Miaozhen heard this, she felt sweet in her heart, Lin Lang spent a lot of money to make this for herself.Holding a white bath towel in her hand, she stepped forward to surround Xiao Lingbao, and said softly: "Why don't you call me after washing, it's not easy to play when you catch a cold."

"Sister Miaozhen, you are so gentle. Whoever marries you will be the luckiest person in the world." Lingbao said, while leaning into Duan Miaozhen's arms.Duan Miaozhen chuckled, put her arms around her and said: "Lingbao, you have lived here for three days, the Grand Master must miss you very much, why not send you back tomorrow."

"Don't!" Cai Lingbao had a reluctance on his face, coquettishly tugging on Duan Miaozhen's arm, but refused to go home.

Duan Miaozhen felt anxious for a while, Lin Lang sent someone to say that he was leaving Beijing soon, and he must go see him off by himself.But being entangled by this little girl for the past few days, she has to sleep with her, and she can't get away from her body at all. Duan Miaozhen has long wished to fly to Yang Lin's side, but she can only sleep with her arms around a yellow-haired girl helplessly.

Sighing, said: "Okay then, let's sleep."

"I knew my sister was the best."

The crescent moon is like a hook, and the lotus pond is like washing. At this time, there are many guests in Zhaodefang courtyard, cheering and laughing, silk and bamboo lingering.

Wang Chaoli talked about the difficulty of being criticized by hundreds of officials these days, which aroused Xu Zhichang's empathy, the two of you talked to each other, it was so miserable.Every time Yang Lin made an outrageous move, his two cronies would become the target of public criticism in the court.

There is no way, there are only two officials who are branded by Yang Lin in the temple, and Zhang Shangying is too high-ranking. Although he is from Yang Lin's lineage, he is a head higher than Yang Lin in terms of official position and seniority. It's not easy for people to flirt.

Listening to their complaints, Yang Lin felt no sympathy, and even wanted to laugh.I hid cleanly outside, these two are simply double-sided shields, specially used to attract hatred, and it is difficult for them.

"This time, when I come back, I will start to settle the old account of old thief Liang, and then I will help you with activities."

The two looked at each other, and they both saw each other's joy. Although Yang Shaozai often made shocking moves, as a backer, he was still very reliable.Although he has great power, he is very cautious when recruiting his confidants, so each one will be carefully cultivated and promoted.Yang Lin knew very well that if there are too many people, it is inevitable that there will be bad things. The easiest way to break through a fortress is to break through from the inside. It is not a good thing for an emperor and close minister like himself to cast a wide net. As long as there are a few confidants, it is enough.

After all, I depend on the emperor to do every important thing I do. As long as I keep my holy family long, I will always be invincible.The wanton expansion of power has aroused Zhao Ji's suspicion. No matter how many senior officials there are under his command, it will be futile.Fortunately, Zhao Guan's family grew up in Bianliang, and did not go out to see his own thousands of miles of mountains and rivers. Zhao Ji's vision is relatively narrow, and he almost only recognizes Kaifeng Mansion in Bianliang.Other places, in his mind, are just a part of the map, never included in his calculations and plans.

Xu Zhichang raised his wine glass and said: "The lower officials are in the Ministry of Rites. I heard that several superior officials have already decided on the title of Shao Zai, that is, the Duke of Yan. The Shao Zai is so young, and he was named the Duke of Yan with his military achievements. He is indeed a generation of outstanding people. I Suggestion, let’s toast to Shaozai together.”

"What is this? It stands to reason that Shao Zai should be the King of Yan, but Shao Zai doesn't care about fame and wealth, so he took the initiative to resign. If he didn't have a high level of generosity, it would be difficult to do such a thing."

Everyone toasted together, Yang Lin drank it down with a smile, and said: "Fame and fortune are fleeting, only the friendship between you and me is the most important thing."

Yang Lin raised his glass with a smile, and had a drink here with a few close people. Seeing that it was getting late, Yang Lin took the initiative to chase away the guests, saying: "Everyone, it's getting late. I have to prepare my luggage for a few days. There are quite a lot, so I will stay with you soon. After drinking this cup, we will break up and go back to our respective homes."

If someone else did such a move, everyone would definitely leave in a huff, at least it would not look good on the face.But Yang Lin, everyone is used to it, and it is not unusual for him to do anything.

Everyone laughed and got up one by one. Liu Qingshui walked the slowest. After everyone left, he took out a small jade pendant from his sleeve. It looked delicate and cute, but it didn't seem very expensive.

"Dalang, our family moved out of Hualizhai in the west of Beijing. There is a custom that when the daughter of a relative or friend is born, a pendant is given. After she grows up and gets married, she will give it to the daughter of other relatives and friends. This is my Sister, she knew you had a daughter, so she entrusted me to give it to niece An An. Hey, she even said that she was thanking Da Lang for taking care of me, but in fact, we brothers are with whom, right? "

Yang Lin snatched it into his hand, and said with a smile: "What do you mean, it's because the imperial concubine is sensible and knows my credit."

Yang Lin had already made up his mind to take this jade pendant from his own daughter privately. After sending Liu Qingshui out, Yang Lin touched the jade pendant and suddenly lost interest.

It just so happened that Lu Qian walked past him so desperately that he couldn't die, Yang Lin stopped him and asked, "By the way, Duan Mansion, do you know that I'm leaving Beijing?"

Lu Qian knew Yang Lin better than Yang Lin, curled his lips, and said helplessly: "Of course I know, the maids and servants in that Duanfu are all arranged by us, and it's not easy to pass on a message."

Yang Lin frowned and said, "It's weird, okay, let's go."

Lu Qian yawned, walked to the outer courtyard to sleep, turned back halfway, and said, "Master, I'm leaving Beijing soon, the journey is tiring, so you must take care of yourself."

Yang Lin cursed, waved impatiently, and drove away Lu Qian who was worried about his body, muttering: "Miaozhen has always been docile and obedient, and never dared to go against my will, what's wrong? No, I have to go and see."

Thinking that he hadn't climbed over the wall for a long time, Yang Lin was a little excited, happily took a few close guards, and drove the carriage to Duan's mansion.

At first, for convenience, Duan Mansion was not too far from Zhaodefang, and it was within a few steps.

Chapter 4 Fifteen by chance and coincidence

The moon is bright and the sky is full of stars.

In the summer night, all kinds of insects and frogs croaked, not only did not feel noisy, but it was more quiet.

In the boudoir, Duan Miaozhen gently moved her delicate body to make sure that little Lolita was fast asleep, and then got up sneakily.Lin Lang asked him how could he not go, Duan Miaozhen caressed her chest, wearing only silk socks on her feet, with golden boots in hand, she tiptoed out of the room.

A little maid was waiting for her at the door, and as soon as the door opened, she took out a stick of incense from her sleeve.

"Xiaorou, this fragrance really won't hurt people, right?" Duan Miaozhen asked softly.

"Don't worry, princess. When I was in Zhaodefang, I begged Mr. Xu for a long time because of my insomnia, and I was willing to give it to me. I feel refreshed after sleeping, and I am still reluctant to use it myself."

All the servants here came from the Yang family, Duan Zhengchun gradually understood, he was happy instead of angry, in Song Dynasty he was a subjugated king, how hard it is to cling to Yang Lin.His own daughter is supposed to be the princess, and it is said that Yang Lin contributed to the emperor's canonization of the title of Emperor Concubine, but the maids in the house are used to calling her Princess and still call her Princess.

Duan Miaozhen just nodded, and the little maid took out the fire pocket from her bosom, lit it and put it at the door.She yawned and said with a smile, "Princess, be careful all the way, and don't forget to say hello to Da Lang when you arrive at Zhaodefang."

Duan Miaozhen's pretty face immediately flushed with embarrassment, she has a temperament like water, she never knows what anger is, all the servants feel very close to her when they see her, they just like to tease her.