Civil servants of the Tang Dynasty

"Madam, please," a clever girl came over, bowed her head slightly after saluting, and helped Li Yingwan walk inward from the wide open courtyard gate. It is unavoidable to stop and give way during the service, and then go back to busy with your own affairs after it has passed.

Li Yingwan clasped his slightly lowered arms with his hands clasped, and looked straight at Li Yingwan, trying to make the smile on his face look more serene and peaceful, walking slowly as if in rhythm with his feet, but his heart was constantly turbulent with old things.

It's not the first time for her to come to Zhang's mansion, but she used to go through the side door when she came here before. How has she ever walked through the wide open front door?Where do the servants live like today?This is not because of the snobbishness of the Zhang family, but because there are strict barriers between officials, good, and lowly. Since he entered the ranks of officials, it is logical that he could not enjoy the courtesy that no matter how much money he had before, such as the open door, such as the avoidance and nodding of these people, and the not-too-distant man dressed in a royal order to greet him at the gate of the inner courtyard. Mrs. Zhang...

There are not many guests tonight, and they are all Tang Cheng's acquaintances. Apart from Zhang Ziwen and Zhao Huhu who came from Yunxi County, the other is the state yamen who joined the army and two judges. Needless to say, these are all Zhang Zishan's confidantes in the state government.

It is well known that Jinshi subjects are difficult for new Jinshi to pass the exam. At the same time, everyone also knows that although new Jinshi were not awarded high officials at the beginning, their promotion speed is much faster than other officials.Therefore, when facing the new Jinshi of the Jinshi Department, it is really impossible to judge it purely based on the current rank.When Tang Cheng stepped into the flower hall, Zhang Ziwen and Zhao Huhu didn't care, the ceremony of the other three was really very affectionate.

"We are all colleagues from the past, and this is Mr. Biejia's private house. Why are you being polite?" Tang Cheng smiled and bowed his hands. He has been in Chang'an for the past half a year. He is also a member of the third rank and even the county prince. He has such an experience After being nurtured, now when he returns to Jinzhou to face such official entertainment, Tang Cheng is really open-minded in his behavior. Although the free and easy way of receiving people and things is not clear, the people facing him are You can actually feel it.

Looking at Tang Cheng quietly, Zhao Huhu, who was sitting on the side, nodded slightly. It seems that Tang Cheng's trip to Chang'an was not wronged. Needless to say, he won a Jinshi, and his whole personality is wider than before. Quite a few, they used to look calm and refined, but now they look a little sophisticated.

Looking at Tang Cheng who was freely swaying in front of him, the recorder joined the army and the two judges felt even more emotional. The scene in front of this person when he was first transferred from the Yunxi county government is still vivid in his mind. How long has it been?He became like this?

From an ordinary knife and pen official to a judge, to a recorder to join the army, and then transferred from Jinzhou Yiyue to the Daoist Yamen as a confidant of the observer, and now it is even more extraordinary. He even jumped out of Shannan and kicked out in Chang'an City A new Jinshi, for hundreds of thousands of officials in the Tang Dynasty, the transfer of official status, which was extremely difficult for hundreds of thousands of officials in the Tang Dynasty, seemed to be easy for him, and he walked over in a leisurely manner.

Although they are all eating at the imperial court and messing around with the yamen, but one official and one official, how big the difference is, it makes people feel sad to think about it!

First, Sun Shijun, and then to the observer, now it's good, this Tang Cheng, who is clearly from a farmer's son in Yunxi County, has even got through with Princess Taiping of Zhenguo, what a joke, who in the officialdom of the Tang Dynasty I don’t know that in the past few years, Her Royal Highness the Princess has to say something to pass the Jinshi examination. This year, only 22 new Jinshi Tang Cheng can be among them. It’s needless to say the meaning behind it!

Look at Tang Cheng who behaves well in front of him, think about the changes in his fortunes in the past few years, and think about his hard work in the past few decades. Their interest was waning, but they watched Tang Cheng's prosperity from a young official, and they felt especially deeply.Compared with him, I have lived in the stomach of a dog for decades, everything is life, and I can't help it at all!

Naturally, Tang Cheng didn't know that his appearance made the three old colleagues feel so much emotion. After greeting them, he went to Zhao Huhu, saluted properly and called his fourth uncle, then bowed his hands to Zhang Ziwen He smiled and said: "I haven't seen you for half a year. The third uncle looks much richer. My nephew, but looking at the third uncle's stomach, I know that there must be no bandits in Yunxi County."

Tang Cheng's third uncle's call made Zhang Ziwen feel comfortable all over, "Okay, I will call you third uncle, and I will have a few more drinks with you later", he patted Tang Cheng's shoulder with a rough smile, Zhang Ziwen turned his head to Zhao Huhu and said, "Brother, your niece and son-in-law are really well chosen, and you never forget your roots."

"He and that little bastard in your family are sworn brothers. This can't be changed. No matter how promising he is, he has to behave and call you third uncle when he sees you." Zhao Huhu said while waving his hands with a smile: "Today This one is in Zhang Biejia's mansion, and everyone is not an outsider, so sit down, let's all sit down and fill up the wine and talk."

Once the drink started, needless to say, Tang Cheng was the main target. After a cup of tea and congratulations, it ended after a long commotion. Afterwards, everyone asked him what he had seen and heard in Beijing with great interest. Only then did Tang Cheng realize that he had feelings for Zhang Zishan. Tonight's treat turned out to be him as the guest of honor.

Talking with a smile on his mouth, Tang Cheng began to wonder what Zhang Zishan's move meant. He, a new Jinshi, was naturally valued by ordinary people, but he was really nothing in front of Yizhou Biejia.What does it mean that Zhang Zishan has a family banquet and invites Zhao Huhu to accompany him?In fact, based on his relationship with Zhang Xiangwen, what can Zhang Zishan not say directly?

It wasn't until the recorder joined the army that he seemed to have asked a question intentionally and clearly, that Tang Cheng realized something.

"The former emperor passed away, and now he is enthroned. I am afraid that the observers of the Dao will change people soon." Tang Cheng was also sad when he answered this question. Yu Dongjun was very kind to him, but the court situation was like this It is true that his position as an observer will not last long. "Fortunately, the road construction of this road has come to an end, and it is also a long-cherished wish for Mr. Yu to return to the Ministry of Industry."

Lifting his head and letting out a long sigh, Tang Cheng pondered for a moment and then continued: "As for who will be the replacement, it's hard to say. The current observers from the east and west of the south of the Yangtze River are the candidates that Wei Shuren personally appointed on that day, and they will definitely be replaced this time. These two paths are the center of gravity of half of the south of the Yangtze River. According to the current situation of the court, the new observer must be the princess' confidant. Since the princess occupies these two personnel affairs, Shannan Dongdao should let them go because of emotion and reason. In my humble opinion, the one who will succeed Mr. Yu as the observation envoy of the Eastern Road in Shannan must be the old man who was in Xiangwang Qian's residence today." Since there were no outsiders in the seat, Tang Cheng had nothing to hide when he spoke.

"What Tang Jinshi said coincides with Master Biejia, and what the hero sees is similar, it is true." Listening to the recorder's words about joining the army, Tang Cheng looked at Zhang Zishan, and saw the look of disappointment on his face. The color is gone in a flash.

Why did Zhang Zishan be disappointed when the person from Xiang Wangqian's residence took up the post of Shannan Dongdao to observe?While Tang Cheng sipped the wine, he was not sure about the meaning he had just tasted.

Zhao Huhu looked at Zhang Zishan and then at Tang Cheng, smiled and shook his head. Scholars just like to twist and turn. This old Zhang, things that can be said so easily at first made him complicated.

After the recorder joined the army, he didn't say anything until the end of the banquet, which made Tang Cheng confused and confused about the meaning of tonight's obviously well-prepared family banquet.

"Tang Cheng, wait, I'll talk to you." When the banquet was over, Zhao Huhu stopped Tang Cheng.

After the three recorders left, Zhao Huhu smiled and said to Zhang Zishan: "I know you have a good garden in your mansion, I just go to see it now."

Hearing this, Zhang Zishan smiled and walked out first.

The back garden of Zhang Zishan Mansion is indeed nice, but none of the four people are interested in appreciating it. After Zhao Huhu sat down on the stone table under the flower stand, he said directly: "None of you here are outsiders, and I am a rough person. If you have anything to say, just say it straight, and make it crisp."

After finishing speaking, Zhao Huhu looked directly at Tang Chengdao: "The first thing is, the observer is looking to go, and the road is almost repaired. Your sworn brother will not be embarrassed if you stay in the Taoist office." Well, after all, it is still the right way to take the scientific examination. Tang Cheng, you just got a Jinshi, is there any way in the Ministry of Rites to help him?".

As soon as Zhao Huhu said this, the eyes of the two Zhang Zishan brothers fell on Tang Cheng tightly. Zhang Xiangwen was the only male root in his old Zhang family, and this was a life-long event that they couldn't help but take care of.Although Zhang Zishan is an individual driver, he is indeed not small in Jinzhou, but he is really nothing when he arrives in Chang'an as an official. On the contrary, he is not as good as Tang Cheng who just passed the Jinshi exam. After all, he passed the exam. division. !

"Xiangwen and I are sworn brothers, and you two are my second and third uncles, and I will tell you anything in the future." There were only four people in front of me, and Tang Cheng didn't say anything to Mr. Don't drive. He directly compared Zhang Xiangwen to addressing his second uncle. As soon as he said this, Zhang Ziwen looked at Zhang Zishan, and Zhang Zishan's face was slightly embarrassed.

"I went to Chang'an this time to explore the way. The second brother must take the imperial examination. The three are elders. The younger nephew did not hide it and said boldly. If the second brother wants to take the imperial examination, then There is really no way, but if it is the law department, my nephew is still somewhat sure that he can pass this way." The law department is not allowed to enter the Jinshi department. The competition is fierce, and Princess Taiping will not control all the more than ten subjects in the Ministry of Rites examination. This point Tang Cheng still has confidence, "But the number of rural tribute students in the Taoism of the second brother has to be bothered by the second uncle."

I have been with Tang Cheng for such a long time, Zhang Zishan brothers all know that he never speaks nonsense, since he dares to say this, he must have some confidence, and he is happy for a while. Not hiding his excitement at all, he laughed and got up and punched Tang Cheng.

Under Zhang Ziwen's joy, this punch was really powerful!Tang Cheng grinned and said: "Second uncle, third uncle, please wait for a while, my nephew has something to say first."

Zhang Zishan was taken aback when he heard the words, "Nephew, but it doesn't matter if you say it."

"After taking the Sino-French Department and passing the examination by the Ministry of Officials, the second brother will be released as a county lieutenant out of ten," Tang Cheng said, bowing his hands to Zhang Zishan's two brothers, "Father and son soldiers, fighting tiger brothers. Jie Shi If the younger nephew is let go of another job, whether it is a county lieutenant or a county magistrate, the second brother has to come to help me, and if I am too far away from home, the second and third uncles will be more tolerant."

"Follow you, follow you, we don't worry," Zhang Ziwen said quickly, and then suddenly realized that it was not his turn to speak when the second brother was present, so he stopped talking and just grinned.

"Oh! It seems that my nephew went to Chang'an to make friends with far more than the Ministry of Rites." Zhang Zishan smiled, "We are his uncle, and you are also his eldest brother, ah!".

"One family doesn't talk about two families." Zhao Huhu took over the conversation with a smile, "Tang Cheng, the second thing is about your second uncle, the former Minister of Political Affairs Zong Chuke who left when Yao Shishi was released from the six departments." The roads in the mansion have been adjusted by the various observation envoys, and the prefectures under their jurisdiction must be more or less affected. See if there is any way to help your second uncle go further."

Zhao Huhu said this so directly that Zhang Zishan, who was sipping his tea, suddenly coughed when he heard that, the corners of his sleeves were wetted by the spewed tea.

Hearing this, Tang Cheng suddenly realized that such a formal banquet with Zhang Zishan tonight was actually for these two things.

Smiling from the bottom of his heart, there was nothing unusual on Tang Cheng's face, "This is a big deal, and my nephew doesn't dare to speak nonsense, but I can introduce someone to my second uncle."

"Who?".

"Newly appointed Yin Zhang of Jingzhao Prefecture".

Just like Chang'an County is the first county in the world, Jingzhao Mansion is actually the number one state capital in the world, and both are state officials. Zhang Zishan naturally knows the upstart Jing Zhaoyin who has emerged recently, "Zhang Dongbo? The former prime minister's Dianjun?", Speaking of this, Zhang Zishan forgot the teacup that was being placed on the stone table in his hand, and it was half hanging in the air.

"It's him," Tang Cheng smiled, "Second Uncle Xu didn't know that when my nephew was building roads in Jinzhou last year, Zhang Mingzhi who came with Du Lahe was Zhang Dongbo's younger brother. My nephew and his The two brothers have some friendship, and it is barely enough to be a bridge. This matter should not be delayed, and the second uncle will tell his confidants to go to Beijing as soon as possible after the nephew writes the letter tomorrow."

"Second brother, this is a big event. Let the fourth and fifth children go there and bring more goods." Happy things happened one after another, and Zhang Ziwen didn't care about anything when he was excited. , He laughed at Tang Cheng and said: "Tang Cheng, you can do it, even Jing Zhaoyin can climb friendships, your way is not ordinary."

Among the three, only Zhao Huhu knew what happened in Yangzhou that day. Hearing this, he took a deep look at Tang Cheng, smiled and said nothing.

Zhang Ziwen's words "bring more wealth" made Zhang Zishan cough again, and after holding the teacup that was still hanging in the air to his mouth, Zhang Zishan realized that there was no tea in the teacup.In the darkness of night, his face blushed quietly.

Gaffe, too gaffe!

Previously, he had been sitting in Sima's seat for many years. Last year, he took advantage of Tang Cheng's strength to get up to Biejia. Now that the governor is expected to be able to build a relationship with the emperor's confidant, since he met Tang Cheng, Zhang Zishan's officialdom The road went extremely smoothly, and the excitement in my heart goes without saying.

After silently taking a few deep breaths to calm down, Zhang Zishan looked at Tang Cheng with a quiet smile under the flower stand, and a thought suddenly popped into his mind, "The Ministry of Rites, the Ministry of Officials, Jing Zhaoyin, Tang Cheng, oh Tang Cheng, yours Where are the roots?"

One surprise after another, when the exciting Zhang Zishan suddenly had such an idea, Tang Cheng was also pondering his own thoughts. Even without Zhao Huhu's mention, he still hoped that Zhang Zishan could take over as the governor of Jinzhou.

After the Ministry of Officials let go of foreign posts, no matter whether the place is good or not, he couldn't take all his family members with him when he first took office. That one, as long as Zhang Zishan can successfully take over the post of governor, then he will have no worries when he leaves!

Chapter 217 I want to go to the end of the world to be the county magistrate

When Tang Cheng was sent out of the mansion, Zhang Zishan's look of disappointment when he was eating had long since disappeared, replaced by a relaxed and lively look.

"He has been away for more than half a year. I haven't seen him for a while. Besides, I also want to visit my nephew and granddaughter." Zhao Huhu, who came out together, patted Tang Cheng beside him and said with a smile to Zhang Zishan: "Don't drive me, my lord!" , tonight I will not disturb the Zunfu, and live in Tang Cheng's house."

Zhang Zishan smiled and nodded when he heard the words, just at this moment, Li Yingwan, who was flushed, was also sent out by Mrs. Bie Jia.

Li Yingwan, who was slightly drunk, also wondered, Mrs. Biejia was just waiting at the gate of the inner courtyard when she came just now, why did she deliver it herself when she left after eating the wine? The men are still young, Madam Don't Jia's move is an exception, but it gave her enough face.

Could it be that the change of Mrs. Biejia is because of the maid who came in halfway?What did the servant girl whisper to Mrs. Bie Jia?

These thoughts just flashed in Li Yingwan's mind, and those farewell etiquettes were not sloppy at all, otherwise not only she herself, but even Tang Cheng would have to be ridiculed.

Mrs. Don't Jia sent people out in person, Tang Cheng and Zhao Huhu had to say some polite words, after what should be said, the host and guest broke up happily, the three of them did not shy away from courtesy, so they refused Zhang Zishan's arrangement and went The same carriage.

"Tang Chengcai has good looks and demeanor, and he is a freshly-learned Jinshi. Why is he still lacking in support, and let a concubine show his face?" Mrs. Zhang Zishan looked at the rumbling carriage and said in a low voice: "But this Although Mrs. Li is a bit older, she is still a polite person."

"Although Tang Cheng is young, his future is limitless. He and the Li family are in perfect harmony. In the future, you should pay more attention to the Li family and the two elders of the Tang family. Not only during the New Year's Day, but also on weekdays, send more people to inquire." At this point, Zhang Zishan, who was in a good mood, turned his head to Zhang Ziwen who was standing not far away and said with a smile: "Third son, I always looked at Xiangwen's stubbornness and lack of stability, but now it seems that he is not useless." , at least have some vision of making friends and knowing people."

"Little bastard is not bad, but second brother, you put too much hope in him before. Even sister-in-law said that in front of nephew, you, second uncle, are more dedicated than elder brother's father." Zhang Ziwen laughed when he heard this, "Don His success is not bad, he is smart and empathetic, and he has really improved a lot since the little brat got to know him."

"It's rare to see you brothers praising someone at the same time. When the fourth and fifth younger brothers came over last time, they praised Tang Cheng a lot." After the carriage went far away, Madam Biejia finished with a smile After this sentence, he seemed to think of something suddenly, and stopped abruptly under his feet.

"The old five benefited a lot from the road construction in Jinzhou, and it's normal to say good things about Tang Cheng." Zhang Zishan noticed the abnormality after walking a few steps, "What's wrong?".

"The Tang family is short of people, and our Zhang family is..." Mrs. Zhang quickly walked two steps to Zhang Zishan's side and said excitedly, "Why don't you ask someone to talk about it, and how about a kiss with the Tang family?" .

Before Zhang Zishan could answer, Zhang Ziwen excitedly took over the conversation, "It's a good idea for the second sister-in-law to get closer, so I won't say anything about the future. Tang Cheng is really good to his family. Who are the girls in our family?" If you follow him, you can’t stand being wronged.”

"Tang Cheng is very hot as a freshly released Jinshi." Zhang Zishan nodded.

Not to mention these things in Biejia's mansion, Li Yingwan who got into the carriage was shown by her dear fourth uncle, who was very embarrassed, "fourth uncle".

Li Yingwan made Zhao Huhu burst out laughing with a shy cry, "Second daughter, that's right, the salute you made with Mrs. Zhang just now is very decent, and you really look like a wife, compared to your uncle. Niangqiang".

Hearing this, Tang Cheng also laughed, and their laughter made Li Yingwan, who was so sweet in his heart, feel even more embarrassed.

After laughing, Zhao Huhu sighed with emotion: "People of the older generation love to talk about old sayings. I remember a sentence since I was a child, saying that people's fate is determined by God. The first half of life enjoys happiness and the second half suffers. The first half of life suffers and the second half of life enjoys happiness. This is true for your second daughter. After the news of Tang Chengzhong Jinshi came back a few days ago, I went to your mother’s house. Now when those neighbors talk about you, no one A few words of praise are indispensable, and then think about the past, hey! There is really no way to describe the fate of a person in this life!".

Li Yingwan should be happy after hearing this, and she is indeed happy, but her eyes are not up to date, and they turn red for some reason.

Seeing this, Tang Cheng didn't say anything more about this topic, but just opened his mouth and changed the subject.

Not long after the carriage arrived home, Zhao Huhu first went to see Tang and Zhang's couple, and then took a closer look at Kitten's egg. Tang Cheng didn't let him go to the study, and directly ordered the maids to prepare tea and send it to the one behind. In a small garden.

After lighting the incense to repel mosquitoes, Tang Cheng and Zhao Huhu had a long talk under the cool moonlight with the night breeze blowing.

It was a long talk, but in fact it was mainly Tang Cheng who was talking. While sipping tea, Tang Cheng explained in detail what had happened since he arrived in Chang'an.

After finishing speaking, Tang Cheng put the empty teacup in his hand aside, and smiled self-deprecatingly, "After returning to Jinzhou, everyone will think that I must be proud of being named on the gold list. Does anyone know when I left the capital? Is it so embarrassing? It's just what you said in the carriage, fourth uncle, the fate of life is really beyond words."

Although Tang Cheng's tone of voice was relaxed when he talked about these things, the things he said were not at all relaxed. Two palace changes, two standing on the edge of life and death, these are all fatal events.

Although Zhao Huhu just listened quietly and didn't interject a word when Tang Cheng said it, but his face was no longer as relaxed as before.

After picking up the teacup and taking a sip, Zhao Huhu let out a long breath, "It's dangerous!".

"It is indeed dangerous. I am afraid when I think about it now."

Zhao Huhu sat quietly for a while and then asked suddenly: "Li Longji is the third son of a concubine. If he was placed in an ordinary household, he would not even have the qualifications to divide the family property. Compared with Princess Taiping of Zhenguo, he is a The sky is the same as the earth, and you were new to the capital at that time, how did you choose him?".

Zhao Huhu is Zhao Huhu, and he asked the most important joint point as soon as he opened his mouth.

"I didn't choose him, but I feel that the people's hearts and the general situation in today's world can no longer tolerate another female emperor. The defeat of Empress Wei is a clear proof." This question is the biggest secret of Tang Cheng, a traveler, and it is really impossible to answer it directly. Therefore, his speaking speed is slow, "Empress Wei and Princess Taiping can't make it, so I can only choose from the Li and Tang royal families, but Li Chengqi, who goes up to the emperor and Xiangwang in the royal family, goes down to the younger generation. They are all the same as Qiu Chan, Li Longji is the most heroic, and Zhang Mingzhi is his confidant, so... ".

"It's okay," Zhao Huhu said in a low voice when he heard the words.

"It's okay."

"Fortunately, although you are reckless, at least you know what you are doing." Zhao Huhu didn't mention the general trend of the world at all, "Do you remember what I told you before?".

"That sentence?" Tang Chengcheng understood just as he asked, "No matter what you do, you have to leave a way out?".

"I remember, but seeing your recklessness in Chang'an, I still didn't listen to what you said." Yuanzi was quiet, and Zhao Huhu was speaking slowly at the moment, which made his words more earnest and sincere, " I understand your thoughts. Even the great monks in the temple like to say that wealth and wealth are in danger when they tell stories. If you are an official, you can never have such an idea."

It was strange to say this, Tang Cheng returned to his seat and listened carefully to what Zhao Huhu said.

"Being an official is no better than reading, no better than being a merchant. It's different from anything else in this world. If you stumble in other things, you may still have a chance to make money, but being an official is a small wind and a small wave. If you encounter a big somersault in your whole life, hey, you will lose your wealth and life, and even if you lose all your money, why should you lose your money?" Zhao Huhu said as he straightened up, his eyes fixed on Tang Chengdao : "Remember, being an official is a lifetime job, but as long as you do it for a long time, the most important thing is to be stable. You have a good brain, you are young, and you have laid a good foundation. As long as you It is when you can keep a stable character and you will always get up. This is the long way to do things. If you keep thinking about taking risks, God will not always be on your side. Don’t say goodbye Yes, Tang Cheng, you are a scholar, count for me how many people in the previous dynasties who thought of reaching the sky in one step in the officialdom, and for the time being really reached the sky in one step, will end well?".

"Although I don't study, I know that there are not many of them." At this point, Zhang Huo smiled lightly, "Although things in this world are different, the reason behind them can't escape. Being an official is just like being a human being. , those who always think of going to the sky in one step are not down-to-earth, you look around the neighbors and count the people you know, but for those who don't live the world in a down-to-earth way, how many people can live in front of others? Be down-to-earth, although down-to-earth is slower, it is better than steady, even if you walk steadily, even if you walk slowly, you will always reach the top of the mountain."

"What the fourth uncle said is", Tang Cheng said, but what he remembered in his heart was the feelings when he went uphill to plant crops at the beginning of crossing.

"Understood that being an official is the same as being a human being, then you have to understand that you can't always stand in the limelight in a lifetime. When it’s time to retreat, you have to give in, you have to retreat. You will never be able to get it all done by yourself in this world.” After saying so much in one breath, Zhao Huhu leaned closer to Tang Cheng again, “ Your biggest problem is that in the past two years, the road was too smooth, and you only saw the front, and you couldn’t remember that if the road was too difficult, you could stop, or even go back and wait.”

Tang Cheng nodded sincerely when he heard the words. Wasn't his experience in Chang'an this time walking on the edge of a cliff? Fortunately, he managed to walk over it, but who can guarantee that he will have such good luck next time?His eyes were only staring at the front, only thinking about what he could get, but he didn't expect a dodge, which really broke even his old self.

"It's not just Chang'an," Zhao Huhu seemed to be able to see through Tang Cheng's heart, "Since you came out of Chang'an, no matter where the officials sent you this time, you have regressed, but the more you regress, the more serious you will be." If you walk steadily, you must take advantage of this time to see the road ahead clearly, so that you can walk smoothly and quickly when you go forward next time."

"Been taught a lesson".

"Don't make up such polite and sour words with me." Zhao Huhu smiled and patted Tang Cheng's shoulder heavily, "Life is a long-term thing, and temporary ups and downs are nothing. Don’t be confused. As the saying goes, if you survive a catastrophe, you will have future blessings. No matter where the official department will arrange for you this time, just do it in a down-to-earth manner.”

"Advance steadily when it is time to advance, and retreat steadily when it is time to retreat." So far, the last haze in Tang Cheng's heart caused by the Chang'an incident has dissipated, "Don't worry, fourth uncle, my heart is very clear and clear now ".

"That's good, you are smart enough, as long as you can stick to this one, you won't suffer a big loss." At this point, Zhao Huhu, who had stood up and was about to walk to the front yard, suddenly stopped again, "Yes Now, there is one more thing, seeing that the official documents are about to come down, you may be the honor of a county after this transfer, and it is hard to justify not having a wife in the house. It's done."

To be a landlord official in his early twenties is already absurd at this age. If he doesn’t even have a serious wife in his wife’s house, if nothing else, the first impression he gives is unreliable, Zhao Tiger's words are also true.

"I have nothing to hide from my fourth uncle. The person I want to marry is still on the way here from Yangzhou. Counting the time, it should arrive within three to five days."

"Is that the Yangzhou envoy you told me about before?"

"Not anymore," Tang Cheng nodded, "Her surname is Zheng, and her maiden name is Ling Yi."

"Well, let's do it when the person comes. When the official department transfers the document, you can take her to take office with you. It will be good for you." After saying this, Zhao Huhu smiled and sighed, "You chose such a Personally, I am also relieved, with her background and experience, the quarrel among women in ordinary houses will not be noticed, and I don't have to worry about my second daughter being bullied anymore."

"Aren't fourth uncle angry?" Tang Cheng was very embarrassed when he asked this sentence.

"Why are you angry? I didn't expect you to spend your whole life guarding your second daughter. Even if you really want to be like this, it may not be the second daughter's blessing. Her spine must be poked to pieces by someone pointing at her. She has a reputation of being a jealous woman. You didn’t see it at the gate of Zhang Zishan’s mansion just now, but now she values ​​it very much.” Zhao Huhu smiled dumbly when he heard this, “When the moon is still full or short, people You can't always have the upper hand, you have to retreat when you have to, the second daughter is not stupid, she understands this truth."

Zhao Huhu had talked to this point, and Tang Cheng couldn't say a word other than shame.

Zhao Huhu returned to Yunxi County the next day, accompanied by Tang Cheng's family.

Seeing County Magistrate Zhang, accompanying Li Yingwan back to her mother's house, going back to her hometown to visit the grave and visiting Old Master Yan, Tang Cheng really hadn't been idle for the past three days. As for those lively scenes, everyone can imagine, at least Liu In order to welcome the new Jinshi to return to his hometown, Sanneng specially invited the villagers to come to a loess pad. As for the coming out of Hecun, even if he didn't say anything, those villagers couldn't stay at home.In the past, these two benefits could only be enjoyed by officials above the county magistrate.

The time Tang Cheng estimated was not too bad. It was the day they returned to Jinzhou from Yunxi County. They were dressed in Confucian uniforms. It seemed that Zheng Lingyi, who was dressed in old clothes when they first met in Huaishui, also arrived in Jinzhou.

What's even more coincidental is that on the same day, the transfer document from the Ministry of Officials was personally delivered by Yicheng, a post station who specializes in receiving urgent deliveries.

So far, Tang Cheng's new job has finally been settled-the county magistrate of Longmen County, Guizhou, North Road of Datang.

The chief officer is true, but even though Tang Cheng was mentally prepared for his long-term post this time, he couldn't help being stunned when he really saw the word Longmen County.

It's too damn remote. People in the Tang Dynasty had basically the same concept of Longmen County as people of later generations had about Mohe.