Records of the King of Xin'an County

In the twilight, this grand literary meeting finally came to an end, and many young talents emerged like surging waves, all of whom were outstanding in their talent, bearing and appearance.It's just that they have never been accepted as disciples by Mr. Zhou Jiyan, and their performance in this literary meeting alone is enough to be called famous in one fell swoop.

Mr. Zhou also kept his promise, and announced on the spot that he had accepted two new disciples: one was from a poor family, surnamed Zhang Mingnian, and Guan's age; .What he chose was indeed the most outstanding talent in the literary club. Although the rest of them felt a little regretful, they had to admit that these two were indeed stronger than everyone present.Only when they became Mr. Zhou's disciples would it be fair to everyone.

When the Wang brothers and Li's "brothers" returned to the water pavilion, they happened to be in time for the final acceptance of disciples and their resignation.Princess Changning heard that there were actually children of the Jingzhao Du family. He was overjoyed at first, and then felt a little dissatisfied: "Brother, he is obviously a member of the Jingzhao Du family, but he actually went to join the Yang family. Has this person ever worried about A Niang and the Yang family?" Me? Where does it put us?"

"It's just a senior brother, and it may not be used by the Yang family." Li Hui comforted her, "Isn't Zimu the same? Why didn't I see you just now? Why are you angry? Besides, there are tens of thousands of people in the Jingzhao Du family. What about the family who married the Hongnong Yang family, let alone the same husband? The relationship between the family is intricate and cannot be discussed in black and white, it still depends on their future behavior."

Princess Changning nodded slightly, and gave Wang Zimu a sideways look.Just now she didn't expect that after being reminded by her elder brother, she suddenly found out——the living "traitor" is by her side, isn't she?However, the matter of apprenticeship was promoted by my elder brother and Wang Zixian, and I don't know what plans they have in mind.

At this time, Wang Zimu had escaped from the trance state and recovered his usual composure.He frowned, listening to the scribes in front of him praise Zhang Nian and Du Chongfeng for how talented, personable, and quick-witted he was, he couldn't help but feel a little uneasy: "Brother, it seems that the matter of accepting disciples is not a problem. That's appropriate. These two were accepted as disciples on the spot, but I was recommended by Yang Zhuangtou... My talent and learning are far inferior to theirs, and I always feel a little guilty."

"That's wrong. If Yang Zhuangtou can win you, it means that you are no worse than them. Otherwise, why would he recommend someone who might destroy the reputation of the teacher as a junior?" Prince Xian shook his head and said, "Accepting apprentices on the spot is one thing, and recommending them is another. You don't have to confuse the two, and you don't have to feel that there is any injustice in it. Yang Zhuangtou chooses you, this is your opportunity, and you must not Let it go easily, understand?"

Wang Zimu's eyes became firmer, and after a little hesitation, he asked again: "Since it is a good opportunity, why did the eldest brother reject him? I remember that my elder brother did not ask Zuo Siye of the Imperial College as his teacher, but he had already made plans. Is it?"

"Mr. Zhou and I have no relationship between master and apprentice, that's all." Wang Zixian replied, "We have actually met Mr. Zhou, he is not interested in us, and I also feel that his temperament is not easy to get close to. You I have always been kind, but I might get along very well with him." This Mr. Zhou's talent and learning are indeed good, but his posture is a bit too high, it is difficult to make people happy, so he has never been an official.However, he was not worried that Wang Zimu's temperament would be affected.After all, he is already twelve years old, his temperament has already settled down, and he will not learn this reserved attitude in the future, so he should be able to walk in an official career without hindrance.

While everyone was still discussing heatedly, Li Hui left early with Princess Changning.He still had to send his little cousin back to the East Palace, so time was a little tight.Wang Zixian didn't say much, he watched them go away, and led Wang Zimu to go out leisurely.On the way to leave, he met Yan Balang and others, but Wang Ziling never disappeared.When the two brothers arrived outside the other courtyard, Fang Youbu reported that Mr. Erlang had already left on horseback with his friends.

So, the two returned to the small courtyard silently.Until Wang Ziling came back in the middle of the night, unwilling to be lonely, he showed off how many new friends he had met, how many of them were descendants of high-ranking officials, etc., and they never revealed any words about "receiving apprentices".After all, at present Wang Zimu has only been recommended by Yang Qian. Whether Mr. Zhou will accept him or not will have to wait for the Yang family to send someone to pass the news.

In the next few days, Wang Zixian went to and from the Imperial College every day as usual, describing his demeanor as unchanged.It's not that he didn't notice it, it seemed that someone was following him secretly, watching his every move.It's just that he acts frankly now, and he has nothing to say to others, so they let them look at it casually.

Of course, the other party probably didn't know about it, and he also sent out many pieces to follow up secretly-who is Yang Zhuantou always surrounded by a group of fans, always attracting everyone's attention?Enjoying being surrounded by the crowd so much, under the watchful eyes of everyone all the time, how can you detect anything strange?

Wang Zimu is indeed a calm and good boy. There has been no news for several days. He is still unmoved, and he is still studying hard in the courtyard.Occasionally, Wang Zixian would take him out to meet with Yan Balang and others, and he was no different, no different from the past.The only strange thing was probably that he suddenly remembered the brothers of the Li family, and asked casually: "Brother, how come you haven't seen the brothers of the Li family when we meet so many times?"

Wang Zixian glanced at him: "Their family rules are strict, and they are absolutely not allowed to go out if it is not a serious literary event - why do you miss them so much? Didn't you say much at that time?"

"It's not... I don't mean to be obsessed with it. I'm just a little curious. They are also brother's friends, but they seem to have nothing to do with Brother Yan and others." Wang Zimu quickly argued, "Since brother Given an explanation, I understood why, and I will not ask any more questions.”

"If there is a chance in the future, I will bring you to meet them again." Wang Zixian smiled and changed the subject, "After many days, the Yang family has not sent any news, maybe something happened. Zimu, if you can't As a teacher, do you feel disappointed? Do you abandon school in anger? Or do you have any obsessions?"

"Of course not." Wang Zimu replied without hesitation, "I'm lucky if I win, but my life is lost. As the elder brother said, maybe it's just that Mr. Zhou and I don't have the fate of mentor and apprentice. If you become as outstanding as Zhang Nian and Du Chongfeng, you will be able to worship famous teachers again."

"Very good! I'm the son of the Langya Wang family, that's how it should be!" Wang Zixian suddenly remembered how Li Xin and Li Hui got along well, so he stretched out his hand and tried to rub his head twice.But Wang Zimu was startled, and raised his hands to cover his head in a silly way: "Brother..."

The brothers had never been so close because of the distance created by their parents.But Wang Zixian suddenly discovered that it is actually not difficult to get close.After all, they are brothers connected by blood—even if they don't have half of the patrilineal blood, they are still cousins ​​from the matrilineal point of view.Of course, only Wang Zimu can be regarded as a family member.Don't mention the blood relationship of other people.Moreover, even if Wang Zimu respected him and was willing to defend him, the attitudes of the two towards this group of family members were destined to be completely different.

Well, let's seek common ground while reserving differences for the time being.He always needed a brother to help, a shield against greedy fools.With Wang Zimu's heart, even if they are not close, he will become a shield, but he will be stabbed with scars.After a little bit of polishing, perhaps he will be the most solid shield, blocking out all the ups and downs brought by the so-called "family".

Two days later, seeing that the winter solstice was approaching, Wang Zixian was drawing a picture to dispel the cold at home, when Qingsou suddenly came to report: "Ah Lang, there are some servants who claim to be from the Yang family and are waiting outside with festival etiquette."

Just as the plain plum blossoms were finished, the prince put down his brush and said to Cao Silang who was beside him, "Send this picture quietly to Prince Pu's Mansion to Your Majesty, and then ask Your Majesty to draw a picture of dispelling the cold and bring it back to you." Cao Silang Shi Lang took the order to leave, but he calmly cleaned his hands before asking Qingsou to bring these servants in.

After Yang Qian left the two brothers out for so long, he couldn't bear it anymore.Seeing that they didn't respond, Xu Shi didn't ask Xin'an County King and Changning County Master to come forward to inquire, and never moved to the Yang family to find him and beg him, so he couldn't help it?In this game, after all, the patient person won.In the next round, I don't know what crooked thoughts this person will have?

While thinking casually, he smiled as he listened to the servants of the Yang family explain: "Mr. Zhou didn't agree at first, but Mr. Lang talked about it and praised the character of Mr. Sanlang of your family, so he finally let go. It took so much time. Mr. Zhou agreed to accept his disciples, and Mr. Wang was really sorry, and felt ashamed of his trust in Mr. Wang, so he asked the villains to come over with courtesy and explain carefully, hoping that Mr. Wang will be sympathetic."

If you really feel ashamed, you should go to the Imperial College in person to ask him to explain.Wang Zixian commented with a sneer in his heart: The Hongwen Museum is in the Tai Chi Palace, and the Imperial College is in the Imperial City, not far away, so he is not willing to do such a thing of face, he really thinks too much of himself.Come to think of it, since he was a child, it was smooth sailing, so that's why he never thought about these details carefully?Or maybe it's because the two brothers are not worthy of his consideration?

A hypocrite can only become a real gentleman if his hypocrisy reaches the extreme.Thinking about it this way, this Yang Qian and Yang Mingdu will always be just a hypocrite.

Although he was disdainful in his heart, the smile on the prince's face was still gentle, revealing just the right amount of surprise and gratitude: "Brother Yang is willing to run for his younger brother, Wang is already grateful, how can he be worthy of Yang?" Brother's apology? You have brought such a heavy gift, and it is not easy for Wang to accept—"

The servant grinned: "Lang Jun said, it's not an apology gift, but a meeting gift for the younger brother."

Hearing this, Wang Zixian showed a helpless smile immediately: "Since it is a meeting gift for my younger brother, then my younger brother should come forward to accept it." After finishing speaking, he asked General Qing to stay in the west wing room. Wang Zimu called out, with a smile on his face: "Third brother, brother Yang sent someone to send good news, and Mr. Zhou has agreed to accept you as his apprentice."

Wang Zimu opened his eyes wide, as if he still couldn't believe it.After so many days without any news, he really thought that something had changed.However, he never expected that, until now, he had been given such a big surprise——

"What?! What did you say?!" Someone was more shocked than him, almost standing stiffly at the gate of the courtyard, shouting with tears in his eyes, "He... he actually wants to worship Mr. Zhou as his teacher?!" It was full of surprise, and then there was undisguised jealousy and anger: "When did this happen?! Why didn't I know?!" It was the prince who had just returned from a certain literary club. Ling.

"It turned out that Ziling was so pleasantly surprised." Wang Zixian completely ignored the distorted resentment on his face, and smiled slightly, "This matter was just mentioned by Brother Yang at the previous literary meeting. Since I haven't received any news for a long time, I thought it would be impossible, so I didn’t tell you. Now that this matter has been settled, I’m really happy! We’ll write a letter to inform Grandpa and Mother later, so that they can also rejoice together.”

Wang Ziling gritted his teeth and looked at him, and his eyes suddenly stabbed at Wang Zimu like a poisoned sword.Only then did Wang Zimu wake up from his joy, seeing his expression and feeling his hatred, all the joy suddenly turned into sorrow at this moment.Only then did he realize that in the heart of this second brother, the years of brotherhood were not worth a chance to worship a famous teacher.It turned out that it made no difference to him whether he was a half-brother or a brother from the same mother.

At this moment, everyone was attracted by Wang Ziling's almost crazy expression, and almost no one noticed that Wang Zixian raised the corners of his lips indifferently——

Such a selfish person should let everyone recognize his true nature.

The author has something to say: Yang Zhuantou: It's been so long, why are you not in a hurry?

Wang Langjun: (Two points and one line, two points and one line, go to school hard)

Wang Zimu: (house, house, house, study)

Yang Zhuantou: It's been so long, why didn't they let Xin'an County King and Changning County Lord come to ask?

Xiaojun Wang: (￣▽￣)", think beautifully

Little princess: Hmph, who is going to the Yang family?

Yang Zhuantou: It's been so long, why don't they come to Yang's house to ask (beg) me! ! (╯－＿－)╯╧╧Wang Langjun: Hehe, don’t you come to the door by yourself...

Wang Zimu: =口=, so he will come by himself?

Yang-shaped head: _(:3」∠)_

Wang Ziling: QAQ, you are all a bunch of bad guys! ! !