eldest son of Ming dynasty

Chapter 9 Drama ([-])

A few days later, a decree came out from the palace: order Wang Jia, a bachelor's servant, to enter Zhan Shi's mansion to be a young Zhan Shi.

Wang Jia was young and intelligent. He could read classics and history at the age of eight and compose poetry at the age of 12.In the 11th year of Chenghua, he was No. 3 in the first grade of the palace examination.

Although he is 47 or [-] years old like Zhang Tianrui.But Wang Jia's official career is obviously much more dazzling.

No way, it was people like Xie Qian who were discussing with Wang Jia.

Because the number one scholar in this subject in the 11th year of Chenghua is the current senior minister of the cabinet-Xie Qian.

And there is still a debate about who was the number one scholar and who was Tanhua.The so-called "Wen Rang Wang Jia, Appearance Rang Xie Qian" refers to exactly this matter.

Wang Jia's eloquence in stereotyped writing was unrivaled for a time. At that time, even Zhong Jieyuan and Huiyuan were very famous, and it seemed that the number one scholar was a sure thing.Later, Tang Bohu praised him: the first article in the country, and the unparalleled prime minister in the mountains.

It's just that when it came to the palace examination, the champion was Xie Qian.

It wasn't a big deal at first, but the problem is that Xie Qian is so handsome.

Xie Ge was handsome and handsome when he was young, and even now he is old and handsome.

This inevitably makes people gossip.So people said: Wen let Wang Jia, appearance let Xie Qian.

In addition to the unique article,
Wang Jia's evaluation of morality is also very high. Looking at it from the current point of view, it has even reached the point where it is a bit of fame.

For example, he has some in-law relationship with Zhang Luan, the grandfather of Zhu Houzhao and the father of the empress, which existed before Zhang Luan became a nobleman.

When Zhang Luan became Marquis of Shouning, Wang Jia stopped interacting with him.

It means: I, Wang Jia, am not a person who clings to dignitaries.

This is a person who has carried out Confucian moral concepts to the end, an old man, an old scholar who is as hard as a rock.

"Yu Qiao (Xie Qian's word) means that there is an expert behind His Highness?"

The prince finally came to understand the matter of going out to study in the pavilion, and the two old men also stole half a day's free time to find a pavilion, cook wine and drink tea, and do some elegant things.

Of course, things in the court still have to be discussed.

Xie Ge's old demeanor is upright, like an ancient gentleman, but he has a mouth that can talk about mountains.

"There are many twists and turns in this matter. Jizhi (Wang Jiazi) just heard it. Could it be that Jizhi believes that this is the wisdom of a seven-year-old child? If it weren't for the cleverness of the relationship between His Majesty and his courtiers, how could this matter be possible? ?”

Wang Jia is a straight person, but it doesn't mean he doesn't understand politics, otherwise he wouldn't be able to be a high official.

However, the two of them knew very well in their hearts that in the East Palace, after all, those people
His Royal Highness is just seven years old, so there is no mysterious figure behind him.

Because it is difficult to solve, I want to solve it.

And once there is such a character, with such ability to control the court situation, I really don't know what will happen in the future.

An autumn wind blew outside the pavilion, blowing the corners of the official robes.Wang Jia stretched out his arms to block the wind.

Only now did he understand that Mr. Xie Ge didn't come to talk and laugh with him, probably because he knew that His Majesty had promoted him, so he would have more contact with the crown prince in the future.

"Jizhi, this time His Majesty promoted you to Shao Zhan. Xu Shoufu and the cabinet all agreed unanimously. His Majesty has praised Jizhi's talents and virtues. It is that His Highness has changed a lot recently, and Jizhi may find an opportunity to find out. .”

"I heard that His Highness is filial and loyal this time, and that His Highness has such virtues at such a young age, so Yu Qiao doesn't need to worry too much."

"It's not worrying..." Handsome Xie smiled, "It's just that I'm really curious."

"Haha. If you can make Yu Qiao curious, then I have to see it."

……

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The weather before winter suddenly turned gloomy,
When I got up, I found that it was raining, and there were some flower beds in front of the temple.
Plants are planted in the flower beds, and the rain makes them bow their heads,
Zhu Hou took care of the water droplets falling on the eaves of the corridor, enjoying the tranquility of the moment.

Liu Jin didn't dare to disturb him, he always felt that His Highness didn't look like a child.

In fact, Zhu Houzhao didn't bother to pretend anymore. It might be okay to pretend for a while while a person is alive, but it would be torture if he kept pretending, and he might even become a psychopath.

"Liu Jin, there is nothing left or right, why don't you go for a stroll with me?"

"Your Highness, it's still raining."

"It's okay, it's just raining, take an umbrella."

In his previous life, he had only been to this place as a tourist.

"Your servant obeys. But please wear more clothes, Your Highness, the wind is a bit monstrous today."

Zhu Houzhao nodded in agreement, so the maids came over to give him a toss, wearing a jade belt around his waist with a dragon pattern engraved in the middle.

Children can't say that they are tall and straight, but they are refreshing and neat.

Zhu Houzhao asked for a paper umbrella, walked out of the Xiefang Hall, and walked slowly in the Forbidden City in the drizzle. The fresh air made him feel comfortable when it rained.

The only thing is that he is not used to not being able to swipe his mobile phone. He even thinks about that era there, and he doesn't know when he can no longer wear a mask.

I don't have too many things to think about in my mind, and I don't have many bad troubles to solve.

He is such a more open-minded person.

Even if you are a prince, even if you know that time has changed in 500 years, even if you know that the West has begun the age of great exploration.

But man is not a god after all, he can't solve everything, let alone be an emperor for decades, Daming will never perish from now on.

Where is that going to be?How many emperors since ancient times, which one did it?
Even if it is really achieved, the eternal Emperor Zhu will be fine?
So Zhu Houzhao doesn't think too much, but he is in this era and this position, and after all, there are many real people here,
Those joys and sorrows, life and death are not fake,
So he still has to do something reliable and do a lot of things that princes and emperors should do.

The crown prince walked forward in silence, while Liu Jin, Zhang Yong and others did not dare to talk nonsense.

Except for the patter of rain, everything seemed to be quiet.

But when the Crown Prince passed by a corner, two court ladies suddenly rushed out, probably because it was raining and wanted to walk faster, but Zhu Houzhao and his party made no sound at the corner.

So I bumped into it suddenly, and when I saw someone, I let out a loud 'ah' in shock!

The people around him, Zhang Yong had some force. Seeing this change, he immediately stepped in front of Zhu Houzhao, "Be careful, Your Highness!"

These things happened in an instant, Zhu Houzhao was actually shocked, not so scared.

The young lady-in-waiting was carrying a bamboo basket, but she only touched him lightly.

Even so, the two little girls were so frightened that their faces turned pale, and they knelt down on the ground. The cold raindrops hit their bodies, and there were tea leaves scattered on the ground beside them. The tea leaves fell into the shallow stagnant water It got wet.

Everyone's heart 'boomed' like thunder, even the drowsy eunuch who woke up early seemed to have been slapped in the face.Except for Zhang Yong who reacted very quickly to protect Zhu Houzhao, everyone else knelt down!
The two slender maids in light white clothes pressed their palms on the cold and damp stone slab, and said in horror: "This servant bumped into His Highness by mistake, Your Highness please spare me!"

"Bold servant girl! Dare to charge His Royal Highness, is it too long?!" Liu Jin started at this time, his voice was sharp and angry, as if he wanted to eat people.

"Get up, I'm fine." Zhu Houzhao pinched a piece of tea leaves that fell on him, and put it in the basket that had fallen down.

It's a pity that although he said so, the two maids still dare not move, it seems that they also feel that today's punishment is indispensable.

Liu Jin said eagerly: "Your Highness, these two blind servants almost ran into His Highness, how can they easily forgive them?"

"They didn't mean to. Get up."

The two kneeling on the ground didn't know what the prince was thinking, but after saying it twice, they tried to believe it, "Slave... Thank you Your Highness for your forgiveness!"

The girl at the front got up slowly, her clothes were all wet, especially the cuffs, she just knelt anxiously, and she didn't dare to move even if it got wet.

They are not tall, and they don't even look old. They have plain faces and slender figures. They are pure and good-looking, but in this state of fright, their faces are pale.

"These tea leaves should still be usable, right?" Zhu Houzhao took a sip, and it was tender, but also a little astringent and bitter.

Liu Jin was less polite than his master, and said viciously, "Your Highness is asking you something!"

The leading palace lady should be older than the other one, her smooth skin is only a very light mole on the lower right corner of the eye, it is so white that people feel that the skin is very thin, even if she bows her head slightly, it still gives people a white and pure look Feel.

"Returning to Your Highness, these washings can still be soaked. Sometimes, the servants will soak them in rainwater, so it's not a problem."

"That's fine."

After speaking, he turned and left.

Until he gradually disappeared from sight, the two maids suddenly collapsed on the ground as if they were discouraged.

They took a deep breath and smiled at each other, as if they were celebrating the afterlife.

"Sister Qiuyun, are you crying?" the one who was too scared to say a word just now asked in surprise.It never occurred to her that someone who had never been flustered would cry.

"No. I'm happy. Come on, let's clean up, so we can't delay Eunuch Qi's business." Qiu Yun wiped away the tears that escaped his eyes.

Even with a stable temperament, she was powerless and scared at that moment just now, and the only thing she could do was pray.

"Okay. This is the first time I've seen His Highness. Fortunately... Your Highness should be gentle."

Qiu Yun naturally thought so too, but he still reminded, "Let's not talk nonsense about His Highness behind his back, especially what happened today, don't tell anyone."

"Why is this?"

"After all, I bumped into His Highness. Although it was almost, it still frightened His Highness. Your Majesty and the Queen Empress love His Highness so much, even though His Highness is gentle and kind, but..."

Thinking about it this way, things don't seem to be over yet.

Liu Jin was also surprised, "Your Highness, why did you forgive those two...?"

Zhu Houzhao said: "Intentional and unintentional are always different. They don't know that I am there. You are not allowed to trouble them afterwards."

He turned around and gave orders, but seeing the expressions on everyone's faces was indeed a bit strange.

So he couldn't help but frowned, and realized something after careful consideration.

This incident ruined his mood, and he didn't want to wander anymore, mainly because he was a little cold.

As soon as he returned to the East Palace, he immediately called Zhang Yong,
"Send someone to look at the two maids just now."

Zhang Yong was a little surprised.

His Highness's order surprised him a bit.

I have forgiven just now, what are you going to see now?
"Yes."

At this time, Liu Jin also came in from the outside,

"Your Highness, the newly-appointed Young Master of the Zhan Shifu, Zhan Shiwang, asks to see you."

(End of this chapter)