see the gentleman

The golden autumn is over, but the lingering fragrance of osmanthus still remains.The Zhongzheng evaluation list, scholarly, filial and honest, and virtuous recommendation lists from various states were sent to Beijing one after another.

The Minister of Shangshu should verify the content of the list and recommended articles, determine the grade of talents, and appoint officials.Those who are filial, honest and virtuous who have not been judged by the Zhongzheng, but recommended by the police, have to take the exam with the scholar, and can only be appointed to the official post if they pass.

The Minister of Shangshu ushered in the busiest season of the year, so he was very busy, and the official department was short of manpower, so he had to be seconded from other departments.The head of the yamen is not even allowed to go home with Xiu Mu, and his beautiful beard has not been taken care of for a long time, so he can't be elegant.

Even so, the current Holy Majesty still thinks that they are not good enough, so he would come to stroll around from time to time, pick and choose to look through the list, and at the end, he asked: "Has the one from Wang County, Langzhou not been delivered yet?"

Li Bulang really felt that he was in the way of his leisurely wandering around, and he didn't dare to say it clearly, so he just repeated over and over again: "Wang County is a place with rich and prosperous families, and Mr. Zhongzheng will spend more time looking for it. The list is also historical. They are all delivered at the latest. Your Majesty does not have to come in person every day, once the one from Wang County arrives, I will give it to Your Majesty with both hands."

Ji Yun nodded, it's okay to say.

Come back the next day as usual.

Libulang: "..."

After the court meeting ended that day, Ji Yun did not continue to turn in the direction of Shangshutai as usual.

He stopped Gu Huan and asked him to come to Wenjing Pavilion after the court meeting.Wenjin Pavilion is a small pavilion at the back of the Yizheng Hall, which is specially used for meeting ministers alone.

Not long after, Gu Huan came.

He is dressed in the uniform of a great general, because he does not like the elegance of today's people. If it is not necessary for the generals beside him, they usually wear loose robes, hats and wat shoes on their heads. Make it elegant.Gu Huan usually wears a corseted waist and hakama pleats, and even the rhinoceros leather armor worn inside must be covered outside the purple robe. Thanks to his tall stature, he is strong and straight. The strength of the folding is unrestrained.

It's just that the handle of the sword is missing at the waist, and without hearing the clang of gold and jade, Ji Yun always feels that something is missing.

Gu Huan arched his hands, and it was considered a salute.

He raised his head and looked directly at him: "Your Majesty called the minister, what's the matter?"

That gaze was a bit piercing, and Ji Yun felt a little uncomfortable. He felt that Gu Huan guessed what he was going to say.

After all, he went to Shangshu Province for several days, and Gu Huan promoted the bearded Libu Lang again.

The governors of the states and counties in this dynasty are appointed every three years. New officials are appointed to take office. The older central government is transferred to the local government. Support your own people to go up.Gu Huan is the most familiar with this matter, the Gu family is the leader in the court, needless to say the main family, even the separate families, in-laws, family friends, and branches and leaves, all have to be taken care of by Gu Huan.

Gu Huan is used to being in power, since Ji Yun bestowed on him Kaifu Yitong Sansi, the officials in the general's mansion are all in accordance with the regulations of the imperial court, but the scale is smaller, it is really a small imperial court, and many of them are not very important The business is settled after entering the General's Mansion, so there is no need to go to the palace again.Although Ji Yun has to take a look at the personnel appointments of the Ministry of Officials, but Ji Yun was stupid in his previous life. According to Gu Huan's own likes and dislikes to fill people in, Ji Yun just let him go.

Ji Yun also roughly remembered that Gu Huan had a few juniors who were weak and crowned, and they were at the age when they should become officials. It must be the same as in the previous life, Gu Huan had already made arrangements.

But Ji Yun had his own ideas this time, so he had to confront Gu Huan.

It's just that Ji Yun committed too many stupidities in front of Gu Huan, and he couldn't count them in his previous life. In the end, he even brought his son with him, and directly cheated him to death.

Involuntarily feel a little guilty.

He cleared his throat and said, "Recently, the official department is busy with personnel appointments, you know it. I happen to have a list on hand, and they are all insightful people I found during my tour in the lonely south, and they may be useful. "

When Gu Huan heard this, his eyebrows twitched slightly: "A man of insight?"

He had a sneering look on his face, but for some reason, he subtly gnashed his teeth: "Your Majesty is referring to the young man of the Bai family who followed His Majesty all the way from Wangjun to Wangjing, but followed his Majesty all the way from Wangjun to Wangjing. ?"

This merciless sarcasm made Ji Yun's face flush slightly.

Ashamed and angry, he raised his voice a bit: "The general should pay attention to the proportion of his words. I intend to recruit people from all over the world, but I am afraid that they will not be in the lonely hub. The general's words are meant to be far away from the people of the world. Do you teach me to bear the infamy?"

Gu Huan's face was serious, he did not give in, and said aggressively: "Since this is the case, Your Majesty should distinguish between the virtuous who share the king's worries, and what is the sycophant who flatters and invites favor. How can the two be confused? Want to be called a virtuous person and a virtuous person?" Co-existing with unscrupulous people is like teaching clean water to mix with mud, and this is what really keeps famous people away."

"Furthermore, since Your Majesty is determined to be a wise gentleman who respects and respects corporals, he should restrain his lazy and greedy temperament. He hangs out with beautiful young men all day long and doesn't think about making progress. Who can believe that His Majesty has big plans in his heart?"

Ji Yun was so reprimanded that he was speechless, held back for a while, and managed to distinguish: "...I've kept myself clean and diligent in governing affairs recently, why do I hang out with beautiful young people all day long, and don't think about making progress?"

Gu Huan snorted coldly, obviously feeling that his blood was hot for a while, but soon he would reveal his true colors again.

Ji Yun's heart was furious, and knowing that Gu Huan really knew him very well, she became even more angry from embarrassment.

Gu Huan saw that his face was dark and he was so angry that he could hardly speak, and he was afraid that if he opened his mouth again, he would have to leave.

Sighing slightly, Gu Huan said in a compromising tone: "If Your Majesty really likes it, even if you take him into the palace as appropriate, I will not say anything. It's just justice and selfish desire, how can your Majesty not have a little balance in his mind? The courtiers actually entered the tent of the Son of Heaven, what do you want the world to think of your majesty, saying that your majesty has turned the court hall into a place of adultery? How will all the officials, civil and military, deal with themselves? Seriously serving the emperor, seeking power and position, harming the court? I dare not speak in vain, in fact, this harm is even more harmful than the chaos in the harem, please think carefully, Your Majesty."

How could he not know what Gu Huan said?

It was precisely because of Gu Huan's words that he decided to bring Bai Chen into the palace in his previous life.Even more whimsical, he pretended to be affectionate and wanted to give Bai Chen a status, to teach him that although he could not be a general, he still had an honorable status.Unexpectedly, because of this, Bai Chen was even more humiliated.

Since his rebirth, he has always reminded himself repeatedly not to make the same mistakes again, he does not want to give Bai Chen any reason to hate himself, and he does not want to die again.

Ji Yun unconsciously picked the raised relief on the armrest with his fingers, he was silent for a while, and said: "I have written down what Huan Lang said from the bottom of his heart."

"It's just that although Bai Chen is young, he is known for his talent. Maybe Huan Lang has heard of it. He also helped me a lot when Zhuolu was flooded. He is not the kind of person Gu Qing said who only flatters and invites pets. I also like it." He has a talent for managing the country, and he is very close to him. The list of Wang County evaluations is coming soon, and Huan Lang can also see what Master Zhongzheng has to say about him."

He paused again, and continued: "By the way, don't you have nephews and crowns in your clan, shouldn't you be entering an official this year?"

Gu Huan said with a firm face, "Yes."

Ji Yundao: "It just so happens that the prince has been working hard recently. He turned [-] at the beginning of the year, and he should have reached the age of hearing the government. Although there were two horses before, it was still too few. Your Gu family is the mother's family of the prince. It is the most appropriate to have someone to accompany the prince."

He said again: "I also lack two guards. I heard that you have two nephews who have followed you in and out of the military camp since childhood and have learned all kinds of skills. Let them come and have a look tomorrow. If they are good, they will follow you." By my side, there is no need to perform martial arts competitions."

This arrangement is really very pampering, no matter how powerful Gu Huan is, the emperor is close to the prince, and he can't do whatever he wants.

Ji Yun soothed her so appropriately and obviously, Gu Huan really couldn't say anything else.

But his face was serious, and he said: "If your majesty insists on doing this, the minister will not be able to stop him. It's just that if you let the favor and fawning enter the court, I'm afraid there will be endless troubles."

Ji Yun thought, let him enter the palace, that would really cause endless troubles.

He excused that he was tired and didn't want to talk anymore.

In the end, Gu Huan could only withdraw with anger in his eyes.

He had already reached the door, when Ji Yun suddenly called him back.

"You should still wear a sword in the future." Ji Yun looked at him, with a nostalgic smile on his lips, "I don't see you wearing a sword, I don't feel like you anymore."

Gu Huan paused, and looked at him from a distance through the half-raised curtain.

For a moment, no emotion could be heard in that voice: "I know."

The curtain fell.

Gu Huan was sent to the gate of the palace by the servants in the palace.

The imperial road was long and deep, and the little servant bent over to lead the way, turned around a few temples, and became more and more quiet.

Gu Huan suddenly said, "How is Your Majesty doing?"

The little servant in front was still bent over, but his head was lowered, as if he was afraid of being seen by others.

He said in a low voice, "Your Majesty has not visited the harem very much recently, and rarely invites people to accompany him. Only the son Shu who he brought back always serves by his side...and never sleeps with him."

Gu Huan hummed, and asked again: "Is there anything else?"

The little servant thought for a while, and said: "Your Majesty went out of the palace a few days ago, and only brought Changshi Li with him, but he didn't tell anyone else."

Hearing this, Gu Huan narrowed his eyes slightly: "Where did you go?"

"The little one is humble, I really don't know."

While talking intermittently, he arrived at the gate of the palace, where the servants of Gu's mansion were waiting, Gu Huan waved his hand and told the servant to go back, and got into the carriage by himself.

"Go and check the whereabouts of the carriages and horses in the palace this month, and check those that have not been registered."

Inside the car, the man's voice was cold and deep. He curled his index finger and tapped lightly on the small table by his hand. In his dark green pupils, there was a trace of possessiveness that was deeply hidden, almost morbid.

"My little majesty, I haven't been very obedient recently."

Ji Yun watched the memorial for a while, feeling a little absent-minded and unable to concentrate.

He simply pushed it away, leaned his head back, leaned on the back of the chair, and closed his eyes.

A pair of soft hands reached out to support the back of his head, and the cool fingertips pressed against the scalp, and began to massage.

"Your Majesty, is this better?"

The strength was moderate, neither rush nor slow, and the fatigue in his mind quickly dissipated.

Ji Yun breathed a sigh of relief, and sighed softly, "Shu, what would I do without you?"

Such tenderness and caring can make people addicted.

The person behind him froze slightly, and for a moment, his voice trembled slightly, and said: "Your Majesty, don't you want to be embarrassed?"

Ji Yun was taken aback for a moment, only to realize that what she just said was ambiguous, which probably made people feel uneasy. At one moment, she felt that Shu was too sensitive, and at the other, she felt pity.

"How come, I like you before it's too late, why don't you." Ji Yun opened his eyes, and his smiling eyes looked extremely gentle, "Even if you want to leave by yourself, I won't let you."

Shu stared at him blankly, for a moment she forgot the distinction of superiority and inferiority that she had always kept in mind, her thick eyelashes trembled slightly, and he slightly pursed his lips.

"Can Shu take His Majesty's words as a promise to Shu?"

"What's the matter?" Ji Yun smiled, and took his hand, "I don't ask for anything, how can I not answer?"

Under such tender teasing, Shu's ears slowly turned red.

Li Chengnian happened to come in at this time, and seeing this, he couldn't help showing two tinges of resentment.

Because of the existence of Shu, he is not as useful in front of His Majesty recently as before.It should be known that in the past, it was his duty to massage and soothe His Majesty, to amuse him and share his worries.

He restrained his jealousy and injustice, bowed his head and said: "Sage, the official department sent people back and forth, saying that Wang County's Zhongzheng evaluation list has arrived."

Ji Yun, who was still flirting with the beauty, turned her head and let go of Beauty Shu's hand, and said happily, "Really?"

From the corner of Li Chengnian's eyes, he saw that Shu retreated back with a look of disappointment, and he was secretly proud of himself, and his voice was a little more sincerely happy: "Yes. The old slave also asked a special question, Mr. Bai's little man , is extremely rare top grade."

Ji Yun saw that his face was full of pride, and he had no time to care about it, so he sighed three times and said happily, "What did I say, this son was born like a fish in a pond, he must have great achievements."

Li Chengnian agreed repeatedly.

Ji Yun couldn't wait any longer, and got up to go to the Shangshutai. Shu was busy getting the cloak, but Li Chengnian took the lead and tied it for Ji Yun.

Ji Yun didn't notice the undercurrent between the two, and only said to Shu: "You wait here, I will come back as soon as I go."

Shu nodded meekly and watched him go out.

Inside the General's Mansion.

"Side Hat Lane."

Gu Huan repeated it in his mouth, his tone was rather casual.

But the small roll of paper was pinched between his fingers, and it was gradually twisted into fine pieces, scattered on the ground.

There was a spine-chilling silence.

The person who sent the news knelt on the hard floor tiles, his back felt wet.

Gu Huan spoke again: "His Majesty is very happy to hear that the kid from the Bai family got a top-ranking talent?"

The man replied cautiously: "Yes, Your Majesty said hello three times in succession, and also said that this son is not a fish in the pond, and he will make a lot of achievements. Don't hesitate to rush to Shangshutai."

"You're not a fish in the pond, so you can accomplish a lot?" Gu Huan snorted, "But the young Li Zi was pushed by his family's reputation, so his reputation is a bit of a sham. Your Majesty is fascinated by sex, so he thinks highly of him too much."

"Since it's a pervert's inferior thing, you should stick to your duty and seek His Majesty's favor for a moment longer." Gu Huan said coldly with a slightly ruthless face, "Do you still want to get your hands on the court?"

The man knew that he was just talking to himself and had no intention of listening to him, so he bowed his head and knelt down obediently, without saying a word.

He heard Gu Huan say again: "How is Li Chengnian?"

The subordinate hurriedly replied: "My lord Li Chengnian is very guarded. His subordinates tested his tone several times, and returned all the gifts. There is really nowhere to start."

This was expected, Gu Huan didn't show much displeasure, but nodded his head approvingly: "He is very loyal to His Majesty, and His Majesty's heart for him is not in vain."

Listening to the tone, the subordinate hurriedly said tentatively: "Then, my lord, I have to continue..."

Gu Huan waved his hand and stopped his next words.

"That's all." He pinched the bridge of his nose, sighed slightly, and said, "Simply, I have quite a few people around His Majesty, so let him stay with Your Majesty."

Side Hat Lane.

Bai Chen was holding the food, teasing a bright yellow parrot under the eaves.

He lives alone in this small courtyard, so he won't be bored. Playing the piano and reading, writing and painting, or going out for banquets after receiving posts are all good ways to pass the time.

It's just that if there is a concern in my heart, there is one person missing to listen to the piano, the moonlight cannot be enjoyed together, the dewdrops are on the first blooming flowers at night, and the arms are empty when I wake up in the morning... All kinds of things, without that person, I will always feel Unfortunately, not perfect.

At dusk, bells sounded from the palace.He raised his eyes, and looked at the person who was not in front of him from a distance through the heavy eaves corner.

If you don't see you, one day is like three autumns?

He has spent countless late autumns, and the coldness gradually froze his heart.

Once he recovered, he could no longer bear the bone-piercing cold.

The young servant who always had a bit of arrogance in his eyebrows approached very respectfully, lowered his body, and said: "Young master, Jingzhong has received the evaluation list, and you are the first-class talent."

Bai Chen's expression didn't move, he could only hum indifferently.

The little guy had nothing to say about the good things he had accumulated, so he held back and said, "Master, Wuzhou has also sent a letter."

This time his eyebrows moved slightly, Bai Chen said, "Say."

"The bride of the eldest nephew of the Li family, because she had an affair with the youngest son of the county guard's family, the eldest nephew of the Li family beat the youngest son of the county guard's family to death. Now she is locked in a prison, begging for help everywhere."

Bai Chen paused slightly for teasing the parrot's fingers: "It's so early?"

The peony parrot, which had been teased for a long time, couldn't get the food from the man's hand, and was about to growl in anger. Suddenly, the man's hand threw it away, and all the food went into its small food bowl, and it was full of breath. The baby was gone, and the little parrot tossed up and down in the cage, screaming repeatedly: "Thank you for the beautiful little man, thank you for the beautiful little man."

Bai Chen couldn't help showing a smile on his lips.

This is what Ji Yun taught this little beast when he came last time. Because Ji Yun was generous and gave it a lot of food, this little beast became very close to him. Ji Yun taught him what to say, and what the little beast learned.

He opened his lips and mouthed a word silently.

Feng Lang.