The most unlucky crossing in history

He said he was going to prepare the things needed for getting married, but when he came to the street after having breakfast the next day or two, he didn't know where to start.Zhong Qiyun, a person from the outside world, naturally doesn't know much. Although Xie Wenyuan knows that the "three letters and six ceremonies" are being performed today, he also knows the process during this period and generally the required items, but it is the first time he has experienced it. When it comes to getting married, these things fall into the details, such as how many catties of geese are needed for the ceremony, how many pairs of red candles and lanterns, the proportion of minnows, etc., etc., he really doesn't know.

It was rare that a prime minister who was full of poetry and books in the early morning, and a resolute and exquisite businessman in the business world, asked a small shopkeeper in the Caiyi shop that he couldn't answer the questions.

Leaving the shop resentfully, they walked to an alley, the two looked at each other, and couldn't help laughing.

"I have been to the wedding ceremony a few times since I came to the big night, and I know that there are probably some lively processes, but I really haven't learned about these invisible things before. I thought these things should be held in Caiyi shop They are all prepared and fixed, how could I have imagined that the number and types of items purchased are related to the horoscopes of the two of us..."

Zhong Qiyun said this, and looked at Xie Wenyuan with a cheerful smile, "However, it's really rare to see that Wenyuan also has something he doesn't understand."

Xie Wenyuan took a look at him, and said slowly: "If I know everything about the wedding rituals, I'm afraid Brother Yuan Ren will be upset."

Staring at Xie Wenyuan who was laughing with him like this, it seems that there is not much change from the first acquaintance, but it seems that everything is different, the more Zhong Qiyun looks at it for a while, the more his heart is flying, seeing no one around in the alley , he gently took Xie Wenyuan's hand, and said softly: "Your Prime Minister is right."

Looking at each other, Xie Wenyuan's eyes softened a little, and he said: "Actually, it doesn't matter whether these objects are present or not, it's just a courtesy."

Zhong Qiyun knew what Xie Wenyuan meant, Xie Wenyuan didn't care about these things, as long as the two of them were good, that would be the best.

Covered by his sleeves, Zhong Qiyun took Xie Wenyuan's hand and walked in the alley, he thought for a while and said: "Actually, whatever is fine, as long as you are here, I am satisfied, but since there are such customs and etiquettes in the evening , shall we do it all?"

"These things can't be settled at the moment, let's

where to go "

"I see that the next family needs to be busy for ten days and a half months to prepare for the wedding. Even so, there will still be loopholes. I want to ask people who understand many details. At present, it is rare for you to rest for three days. For these, I would like to take a walk around with you." Zhong Qiyun paused, and then continued: "How about this, let's find a half-day to order some large items in the next few days, and the rest of the time Just walk around and have fun, after you go to court, we can discuss the rest of the marriage arrangements at night, and I will go to deal with them in the daytime, how about that?"

Xie Wenyuan pondered for a while and said: "Since that's the case, this period of time is the best time for marigolds and silver laurel to bloom in Tanhua Mountain, so let's go and have a look."

"But the Tanhua Mountain that the shopkeeper of Caiyi shop mentioned just now?"

Xie Wenyuan nodded.

"It just so happens that we can stop by the Marriage Hall on the top of the mountain and ask, and see what kind of objects we should combine together, how many catties and taels should we prepare for those candles, fruits and so on."

"it is good."

In this way, in the refreshing autumn wind of Jingzhao, in the morning, I went to some shops to order the necessary items for the wedding, and sent them to another courtyard on the outskirts of the city. In the afternoon, Zhong Qiyun asked Xie Wenyuan to lead him through Jingzhao everywhere in the city.

Seeing the marigolds and silver laurel in Tanhua Mountain, admiring the autumn lanterns by the moat, walking the bustling streets, tasting delicacies and wines, this kind of life is also very enjoyable.

The three days of Hugh Mu passed by in a flash.No matter how reluctant they are to accompany him day and night and stay with him all the time, in the final analysis, the two of them are not idlers. A businessman like Zhong Qiyun has only been back to Beijing for a few days, and the letters sent by Guanshi Liu are piled up everywhere. As high as the mountain is, let alone Xie Wenyuan, the prime minister of a country, the war will only end, and there will be countless political affairs.It is rare to be able to put everything aside and have fun like this.

On September 25th, before dawn, Xie Wenyuan had already woken up in the morning, outside the door, Housekeeper Cao had already prepared court clothes and washing utensils.

In the outer room of the bedroom, Xie Wenyuan, who was changing into the court uniform, saw Steward Cao's brows furrowed, he hesitated to speak several times, but he still asked, "Is there something wrong with Steward Cao?"

Steward Cao paused slightly after hearing the question, and then said in a low voice: "My lord, I have seen Zhong's family send boxes full of red gifts many times in the past few days... My lord, are you going to talk to Zhong?" boss......"

Xie Wenyuan hadn't mentioned the marriage with Steward Cao yet, but he and Zhong Qiyun have been like this for the past few days, so the old man already had guesses in his mind.

Just don't dare to say it.

Xie Wenyuan nodded, "Just as Steward Cao thought."

Steward Cao could not hear the sadness on his face, and he said slowly: "This old servant knows that I should be the one to ask about this matter, and I also know that you and Boss Zhong have a deep friendship, but a man married a man... .Nowadays, the world doesn't tolerate it. There have been some gossips in Beijing recently. You are the prime minister, I'm afraid..."

Xie Wenyuan waved his hand, "You also know that no one can touch me now."

When Steward Cao heard this, he knew that Xie Wenyuan had thought about everything and would not change his mind. He sighed slightly in his heart, but after all, he had watched Xie Wenyuan grow up, and he also knew that Boss Zhong was really sincere. When treating him, Steward Cao didn't try to persuade him, but only wanted to come down and beat the people in the house more.

Xie Wenyuan looked down at the old man, and then said: "He and I don't know much about the marriage, maybe I have to trouble Uncle Cao."

After hearing this, Steward Cao smiled and said, "Of course, the old servant has counted the gifts for the past two days. The big ones are all there, but the small ones are not on hand. I will make a list today. I will hand it over to your lord and Boss Zhong at night to see if it is appropriate."

Xie Wenyuan smiled slightly and replied, "Then thank Uncle Cao first."

"Oh, what the old servant should do."

Zhong Qiyun, who had been resting in the prime minister's mansion these days, woke up when he heard the conversation, and got up after hearing the conversation outside.

And Xie Wenyuan, who had just put on the court clothes and was about to put on his hat, saw Zhong Qiyun walking around the screen, and said, "It's still early, so you should rest for a while."

Zhong Qiyun walked to his side, took the official hat held by Yanzhi next to him and helped him put it on, then shook his head and said: "I won't be able to sleep even if you are up, I will have breakfast with you later, I also have to go back to Chengfeng Station."

Knowing that each other will be much busy in the future, Xie Wenyuan didn't say anything more, but said something to Zhong Qiyun when he left the mansion: "This period of time must be busy with political affairs, I'm afraid you will be late at night, you... ...let's go to bed first."

After hearing this, Zhong Qiyun said straightly, "I'll wait for you."

Xie Wenyuan shook his head: "There are still many years to come after this kind of life. If you wait for me like this every day, it may be because you don't have enough time to rest."

"Those who are waiting can't rest well, and those who are busy are even more tired. If you are busy there, how can I rest?"

Xie Wenyuan frowned slightly, and was about to say something more, when he walked up to

Zhong Qiyun leaned over and kissed his lips.

After the warmth on his lips receded, the person in front of him looked at him with a smile and said, "Don't worry, I won't make myself tired."

Zhong Qiyun insisted, Xie Wenyuan just sighed slightly, said no more, got into the carriage and went to the palace.

After Xie Wenyuan left, Zhong Qiyun went to Chengfeng Station. Among the dozens of letters, the ones from Hangzhou City accounted for most of them. What Liu Wangcai was going to say about Zhong Qiyun actually guessed it a long time ago. It was nothing more than that he risked his life to save Xie Wen. In Yuanshi, those seas along the coast who were suppressed by him started thinking about trying to compete with the Zhong family. In recent months, the Wu and Bai families have indeed flourished. As a business, I am afraid there will be some caring people to help.

Zhong Qiyun is not very afraid of these things, not to mention that he is now returning with a high reputation, and those people can't touch him at all, even when the Zhong family tried their best to help Xie Wenyuan out of trouble and had no time to take care of others, these maritime merchants were not him. His opponent, although it seems to be stronger now, is just rootless in the end.

After reading several almost scribbled letters by Liu Wangcai, Zhong Qiyun took up a pen and wrote: "The first day of October is a good day. I would like to trouble Manager Liu to visit Wu and Bai in person with this imperial agate. The meaning of making friends, if the two of them are willing to make friends, then let’s take a step back and forget about it. If not, you can just tell Yang Xiangdong that in the future, she will personally negotiate with the shipper and promise the same. The price she ships personally.”

The meaning is self-evident. Yang Xiangdong's sailing skills are now ranked behind Zhong Qiyun in the Zhong family. The Zhong family's bold and capable stewardess is a well-known and recognized capable person from all walks of life along the coast. Let her grab business , That is not to give the opponent a way out.

After writing the letter, Zhong Qiyun took the agate in his sleeve pocket and handed it to the sender. After that, he dealt with the urgent matters sent from various places, and met with several stewards who rushed to Jingzhao to discuss some important matters. He just took the carriage and left Chengfeng Station.

It was already sunset at this time, and it would be dinner time in half an hour. Zhong Qiyun thought about it and went to Changning Street. When he was about to send it to the General's Mansion for a "meeting ceremony" that day, he was in the largest jade shop on Changning Street. A piece of dark green jade that has not been polished, the shopkeeper of the jade shop invited skilled craftsmen to make it a jade that he carried with him.

All right.

However, the carriage had just reached the street, and stopped. He heard the voices of people outside were higher than the road when he came, Zhong Qiyun lifted the curtain of the carriage and looked around, and saw the streets and carriages that were not considered lively in the past Or a person with a bag on his back, he should look like a scholar.

"What's the matter today? Why are there so many scholars and literati?" Zhong Qiyun asked aloud.

Hearing this, the groom responded quickly: "Boss, September 28th is the autumn provincial examination. In the past two days, all the candidates from different states have come to Beijing to take the test. Most of the Changning Street is an inn, and there are many candidates. Gongsheng has all lived here, and the main road is blocked." The groom raised his head and looked into the distance, and saw a road full of chaotic carriages, thinking that there was an entanglement ahead, he frowned and said: " I'm afraid this road will be difficult to pass today."

After hearing this, Zhong Qiyun said: "This place is not far from Yuyuan Pavilion, so I'll get out of the carriage and walk over there. You can turn around and wait for me at the entrance of the road."

After saying that, he jumped out of the carriage and walked forward.

On the way, he heard different languages ​​from all sides. It was the first time he saw the bustling imperial examinations in ancient times. Zhong Qiyun was quite interested. He casually glanced at the candidates passing by on the street. Some were young and vigorous, some were full of enthusiasm. With gorgeous hair, some drive and lead servants in extraordinary clothes, while others are dressed in coarse cloth and have sincere eyes.

I'm afraid that the prime minister will not be able to get away from this provincial examination that is related to the family and the country.Up and down the country, as long as the common people are involved, even a small matter becomes a major event, and the prime minister has to think about how to deal with it. Seeing that the power is very powerful, it is also very difficult to do.

Thinking of this, Zhong Qiyun sighed inwardly.

After walking for a quarter of an hour, before arriving at the jade store, Zhong Qiyun stopped suddenly as he passed by an inn.

He heard someone mention "Xie Wenyuan".

Looking sideways, it was said by a young scholar in the lobby of the inn, only to hear the scholar eloquently say: "Who in Hangzhou does not know that the owner of the Zhong family has a 'very close relationship' with Xie Wenyuan and Prime Minister Xie? "

The author has something to say: continue the day after tomorrow.