Records of the King of Xin'an County

At this moment in Chang'an City, sweet-scented sweet-scented osmanthus is fragrant, and there are countless banquets, some are extravagant, some are lively, some are elegant.And thousands of miles away in the outskirts of Guangzhou on Lingnan Road, several people are drinking to the moon.Amidst the sound of the tide, several clusters of bonfires were scattered on the silver sandy beach. Three or two people sat around the bonfires, chatting and laughing happily.

Sitting next to the fire farthest from the coast were two gray-haired old men, each holding a small wine jar, reeking of alcohol, their eyes already dim.Their topic changed from poetry and poetry to piano, chess, calligraphy and painting, and casually talked about life experience and so on, which seemed to be very speculative.However, if someone listened carefully, they would find that almost half of their conversations could not be picked up, and they did not know why they were able to chat with great interest for so long.

Then I heard one of the red-faced old men triumphantly say: "Old man... the disciple of the old man will take the provincial exam next year... it must be the youngest first-class leader in our Tang Dynasty!" After finishing speaking, he was satisfied. Hiccup: "You... If you don't believe me, let's take a bet!"

The other old man snorted unconvinced, and turned around staggeringly: "Hey, Jiadi... so what about Jiadi's head? Talking about farming and people's livelihood...he...how much can he know? Old man... old man's disciple, not to mention... promoting agriculture and water conservancy... the law of laws and numbers... is definitely first class!"

"Hmph, who said... who said he doesn't understand farming and people's livelihood? Traveling with the old man... all over the country... What else does he not understand? This... these days are not in vain, he learns everything quickly ! If you don't believe me, just call him over and ask!!"

"Yes...what is there to ask, no one...no one can compare with my disciples!"

"Listen...listen to your bragging...I feel blushing!!"

"You're... the bragging!!"

The two of them were arguing with red faces, like urchins showing off, and neither of them would bow their heads first.The three young gentlemen sitting not far away could only laugh helplessly when they heard the sound of dispute in the wind.Since their husbands became close friends, they had to fight almost every one or two days. They have long been used to it, and they all tacitly pretended to be ignorant, let alone persuaded.After all, this is also a kind of joy of making friends, and they should not interrupt at will.

Even if the gentlemen argue every time because they want to rank the three of them, they will take the illusory victory and defeat very lightly.Just because, from the first meeting, they clearly realized the difference between each other.They are good at completely different things, so naturally there is no need to deliberately compare them.To use one's own strengths to compare others' weaknesses is to be victorious, and it is also an insult to their pride.

"Are you really going back to Chang'an to take the provincial exam? If you want to catch up with the Ministry of Officials, you should start in a few days, right?"

"It's time. I have been away from Chang'an for too long, and I must go back as soon as possible so that no changes will occur. What about the two of you? Have you never thought of serving the court and making profits for the people? What you have learned is farming, people's livelihood, and agriculture. Water conservancy, if there is no parental official, how can it be used?"

"...You are right... However, what we have learned is not the right way. Although the imperial examination is the only opportunity for the poor to find an official, we don't want to miss it-but if it is about making strategies, we How can the two compare with talented scholars from all over the world who have been immersed in it for decades? Not to mention the provincial examination, even the county examination and government examination, I am afraid it will be difficult for us to pass."

"In addition to Jinshi and Mingjing, the imperial examination also includes subjects such as Mingfa and Mingshu. From time to time, there are also subjects to recruit talents. You might as well persuade your husband to come to Chang'an for a period of time. I believe that as long as you are talented, No matter what, there will be a chance to stand out. If it doesn’t work, isn’t there me? Just come and find me when the time comes, and I will definitely plan for you.”

"Hehe, let's thank you first. Yin Sheng!"

"Drink wins."

The silver moonlight sprinkled the beach and fell on the three young men.From a distance, everyone seemed to be coated with a layer of shimmer, and there seemed to be a unique power in their smiles.Especially the young man sitting cross-legged on the left, even though he was dressed in common clothes, he still had an unrivaled elegance in his gestures and gestures.And when he turned his face slightly, his handsome appearance made it even harder to look away.

"Zixian, in fact, your time of traveling is not considered long. If you are willing to calm down and walk around, you will only gain more. The longer you honed your skills, the higher your ability will naturally be. In the future, you will be able to hit a hit. , when you return to Chang'an in a few days, you will feel as if you are trapped in the four walls again, and you will definitely feel extremely difficult." The elegant and steady young man said.

The young man smiled slightly, and raised the corners of his lips: "How do you know why I'm not happy with it?"

Hearing this, another tall young man with a short mustache laughed loudly: "What a 'sweet sweet'. Could it be that there is a fair lady in Beijing waiting for you?"

The young man frowned slightly, and said calmly: "Every moment, every moment, I worry in my heart that he can't wait--" After finishing speaking, he lowered his eyes and silently recited a name with a much gentler expression: Xuan Qi, Mingyue shares this moment .When I return to Beijing, it should not happen to catch up with your wedding.Although your filial piety period has passed, Du Shi's filial piety period still has some time, and it may continue.Destiny, indeed, belongs to me.

However, the person he misses has no time to feel sorry for the moon at this moment, but sits upright with his head down, welcoming the coming storm.Yes, although the night banquet in the palace was over, the Mid-Autumn Festival night of Prince Pu's family was no longer warm.In the inner hall of the main courtyard, the mother and son faced each other, and it was already full of wind and rain.

Yan Shi sat alone on the long couch, looking palely at the two sons kneeling in front of the couch.She clenched her sleeves tightly, leaving wrinkles on the dress, and asked with trembling lips: "Da Lang, how can you bear...how can you have the heart to let San Lang stay in Beijing alone?! What kind of a situation is this? You know the place better than anyone else!!"

Li Xin raised his eyes and explained calmly: "Aniang, only in this way can we temporarily escape from those ubiquitous conspiracies and calculations, and avoid Princess Anxing who will go crazy sooner or later. No one would have done the assassination incident like that back then. I would like to go through it again. Even if you are not a victim, if you are framed as a perpetrator, you will never be able to get away with it easily. We don’t have enough power to protect ourselves now, so we can only resort to this bad policy.”

"Then have you ever thought about what kind of danger Saburo will encounter? When he is isolated and helpless, we are thousands of miles away, and it is very likely that we will not get any news, let alone help him!" Yan Yan Shi had never lost control like this before, and burst into tears while covering his face.

"If it wasn't for the A family back then, I wouldn't be able to let you stay in Beijing with confidence! Even so, I can't understand how hard you have been living these years! Now that A Weng and A family have passed away, and Who can protect him?! I don't have any means, and I can't protect you... But if I can't even accompany you, how can I have the face to listen to you call 'Aniang'?!"

"Aniang..." Li Hui walked up to his knees with red eyes, and held her trembling hands, "Don't blame brother, this is all the child's idea. Aniang...Aniang, don't be angry, listen to the baby first ——Among our family, Grandpa is the one who is most likely to make mistakes and be coveted by others. If something happens to Grandpa, our family will not escape bad luck. If Grandpa stays in Chang'an all the time, we cannot To be able to guard against those conspiracies and calculations at all times will teach people to find loopholes sooner or later."

"So, in fact, A Niang must also be very clear in her heart. Only by leaving Chang'an can we have a chance to breathe. But since uncle didn't want my grandfather to go to the fief, how could he let our family leave now? Brother respects you Grandpa and Auntie went to Luoyang to fulfill their filial piety and be impeccable, but the child should naturally stay so that others can feel at ease."

"But--"

"Aniang, trust me. If you stay in Chang'an, our family will be safer. On the one hand, we will not be ignorant of the affairs of Chang'an, and we can exchange news at any time and be flexible. Second, juniors like Hai'er have no What benefits can be sought, Princess Anxing is not interested, and naturally she will not waste her energy on dealing with Hai'er. Three things, Hai'er is no longer the young man who had no power to restrain a chicken. The martial arts taught by his grandfather, Hai'er studies day and night Practice hard, at least enough to protect yourself. Four things——Zi Xian is coming back soon, and the child is not alone and helpless."

Hearing this, Yan Shi was slightly startled: "Mr. Wang?" She naturally still remembered this young man who had left the capital. He was the only close friend of the youngest son. He was no different from her own family and was absolutely trustworthy.

"Yes, aunt, don't forget that Zixian is both civil and military. With his help, my child is like a tiger with wings." Li Hui smiled softly, "So, don't worry, aunt. I promise, after the matter in Chang'an is completely settled, Sooner or later our family will be reunited safe and sound."

Yan Shi finally regained his former composure. Although his pale face was still stained with tears, his eyes became gentle again.She looked at her two sons and sighed: "Dalang, I blamed you. Thinking about it carefully, it seems that we have only this way to go now... We really have no choice. Whether it is suspicious or selfish, at present The situation is indeed a bit abnormal. It would be great if we can leave Chang'an."

"Aniang, did you hear something from the second mother?" Li Hui remembered Wang's expression during the banquet.

Yan replied with a wry smile: "She just said vaguely that she regretted it. She used to be reluctant to live in a fief, so she persuaded her children to beg together, but Brother Yue always insisted on her own opinion. Later, A Weng changed his mind when he died. Thoughts, she still feels very fortunate in her heart. However, now that things are going on, she suddenly becomes more and more uneasy, and always feels that the Yue Palace is in danger."

"Yue Wangfu..." Li Hui thought for a while, "Niang and brother don't worry, if something happens, I will secretly think of a way."

Yan Shi nodded slightly: "At that time, you will do your best, as long as you have no regrets. Since this matter is a foregone conclusion, let your brothers arrange it. However, I can only rest assured after seeing Prince Xian Leave Chang'an. When he returns to the capital, you can bring him to see us, I have something to ask him."

After hearing what she said, Li Xin couldn't help frowning, and Li Hui naturally nodded in agreement: "My child understands."

The long Mid-Autumn Festival night was finally coming to an end. After returning to his yard, Li Hui couldn't help but breathe a sigh of relief.Zhang Fu's mother followed him into the main room, and took out a letter folded in Fang Sheng's shape from her sleeve with some hesitation: "Mr. Sanlang, this is from an old woman who claims to be a servant of the Du family in the evening."

"The Du family?" Li Hui was slightly startled, and took the Fang Sheng coin.

A faint fragrance hits, vaguely like sandalwood burning in front of the Buddha.If Zhang Fu's mother hadn't mentioned it, he would have almost forgotten that he still has an unmarried concubine who has already been appointed.