The Nameless of the Common Clans

The master and servant followed Cao Cao all the way to Chongwen Street, and then turned from Chongwen Street to Shangximen East Street. This is one of the twelve main streets in Luoyang City. Those who can open the ceremonial gate here must be rich or noble.

Xu Shao's mansion was built here. When the three came to the ceremonial gate, there were already many people outside Xu Shao's mansion, mostly boys like Chen Mo, and some young celebrities among them.

"I didn't expect the monthly review to be so lively." Chen Mo looked around with some curiosity. There was also one last month, but Chen Mo saw through his intention. It was difficult for a family that was not rich and noble to enter the eyes of Xu Zijiang. He had nothing to do with these two words, so he didn't join in the fun.

"Sir, why is the ceremonial gate closed?" Juan'er asked with some curiosity.

"Mr. Zijiang only evaluates three people a month. This closed ceremonial gate is the test question. Whoever can enter will be evaluated." A Taixue disciple recognized Chen Mo. Although Chen Mo had not been in Taixue for long, he still had some popularity in Taixue.

"Brother Li." Chen Mo clasped his fists and saluted the visitor, smiling, "I haven't seen you for a few days. You look good."

The visitor's name is Li Qing. He is also a child of a famous family. The Shangdang Li family is also a famous family. However, Li Qing belongs to a branch of a branch. He is a few years older than Chen Mo. The people of Bingzhou are tough. Li Qing has been fond of martial arts since he was a child and has practiced spears. It is said that he has also suppressed bandits in Bingzhou. If he cannot enter the official career in two years, he will return to Bingzhou to join the army.

Perhaps because of their similar backgrounds, and because his grandfather served under Zang Hong when he was young, Chen Mo became very close to Chen Mo after entering the Imperial Academy. The two of them have discussed privately and admired Chen Mo very much.

"I also want to ask why Brother Chen didn't go to the Imperial Academy these days?" Li Qing asked Chen Mo with a smile after greeting Cao Cao.

"I was busy with some mundane affairs, so I didn't go." Chen Mo said this, and then looked at the closed ceremonial door and smiled: "Brother Li, are you here to participate in the monthly review?"

"It's better to give it a try." Li Qing naturally hoped to be reviewed by Xu Zijiang. Although he knew the chance was slim, if he could be selected by Mr. Zijiang, even if the evaluation was not very good, it would help Li Qing's reputation and help his career in the future.

"Brother Chen, where have you been these days?" While the two were talking, several other familiar Taixue students also saw Chen Mo and came over.

"Some mundane things." Chen Mo chatted with everyone casually. During this time at Taixue, Chen Mo learned a lot. The most important thing was that when talking to a group of people, he could take everyone into consideration, making the other party feel that he was talking to them seriously and feel the attention and politeness from Chen Mo. This might also be a form of bewitching.

As a bystander and a seasoned man, Cao Cao could clearly perceive that apart from the young man named Li Qing at the beginning, Chen Mo was mostly perfunctory. He would turn the topic to another person after talking to someone for a few words, and then the two would discuss. When Chen Mo talked to others, he would occasionally interrupt. The person concerned probably felt that the three of them were chatting enthusiastically. Even Cao Cao, a seasoned man, was stunned by Chen Mo's move. Is there such a way?

A quarter of an hour later, Chen Mo took Juan'er to find Cao Cao on the side.

"Is it over?" Cao Cao looked at the disciples of the Tai Academy who were chatting more and more enthusiastically, shook his head and exclaimed: "My dear brother, you have taught me a lesson today."

"Almost, they still need some time, I won't accompany them." Chen Mo nodded and said: "Brother, this ceremonial gate is closed, how are you going to open my eyes for me?"

"Today, let my dear brother see my methods." Cao Cao laughed, took Chen Mo and Juan'er around the main gate, and walked into the alley on the side.

Compared to the hustle and bustle on the main street, this alley was much quieter. Cao Cao led the two of them around and found a side door.

Cao Cao stepped on the opposite wall with one foot and jumped with the recoil force. His hands had already climbed up the wall. He kicked the wall with his feet and jumped up. The skillful action made Chen Mo stunned.

"Come up quickly!" Cao Cao waved at Chen Mo.

"Is this brother's method?" Chen Mo was a little amused. He jumped up and climbed up the wall with his hands. He looked at Cao Cao speechlessly: "Did brother also use this method back then?"

"Take advantage of Benchu ​​going in and pretend to be a servant to sneak in." Cao Cao laughed.

Chen Mo felt that if he mixed with Cao Cao again, he would definitely learn bad things.

"Young Master, Cao Gong, come down quickly." Juan'er had entered the courtyard without knowing when, and waved to the two people standing on the wall chatting.

"The door is not closed?" Chen Mo lowered his head, looked at the open side door, and said a little embarrassedly.

"Well, no." Juan'er nodded.

Chen Mo: "..."

Cao Cao: "..."

The two looked at each other, smiled awkwardly, and jumped down from the wall. Cao Cao was worldly-wise and had seen all kinds of scenes. He laughed and let go of the embarrassment. Chen Mo was still young and still felt a little embarrassed.

"Brother, did others come in like this?" Chen Mo looked at Cao Cao curiously.

"Of course not. When we were still in Nanyang, Benchu ​​just reported his name and the door opened. Xu Zijiang was also a cowardly coward. If he hadn't been famous now, Cao would not have bothered to bring his brothers to see this person who was seeking fame." Cao Cao said as he walked, "So, when dealing with such people, you can't talk to him about the rules. If you wait outside the door like your friends, you may not be able to get in for a lifetime."

"That makes sense." Chen Mo nodded in agreement. He supported this point very much. If he had followed the rules of the Yellow Turban Army to collect food, the mother and son might have starved to death before they arrived in Quyang.

Cao Cao seemed to be very familiar with the terrain here. He took many turns and finally came to the outside of the main hall. Several servants were still waiting for someone to sign up outside the door so that they could pass the message. Suddenly, a group of three people came out from the side in a swagger. Several servants were stunned.

"Cao..." The head steward saw Cao Cao, his face changed, and he stopped what he said. Cao Cao was no longer the unknown person he was back then. If he dared to shout, Cao Cao would chop him with a sword. Even his master could not do anything. He put on a stiff smile and looked at Cao Cao and said, "Why is Cao Yilang here?"

"Today is the monthly review. Why do you think I am here?" Cao Cao asked back.

"This..." The steward frowned and said, "The master of the family has already evaluated the counselor several years ago. The counselor's coming here today has broken the master's rules."

"Don't worry, it's not me who is evaluating today, it's my brother who is here to ask for a comment. Please pass it on." Cao Cao said carelessly.

"This..." The steward looked at Chen Mo beside Cao Cao, and his first impression was good. He should be a reasonable person. He ignored Cao Cao and said to Chen Mo, "This young man, the Yuedan Review has its own rules."

"I know, but the rule is that whoever can come in will be evaluated. Now that I have come in, according to the rules, Mr. Zijiang should also evaluate me!" Chen Mo said with a smile.

The steward: "..."

As expected of someone around Cao Cao, he should not be deceived by his appearance.

The steward had a stiff face and bowed, saying, "I haven't asked the young man's name yet, so I can go and pass it on to the master of the family."

"Xia Qiu, Chen Mo."