Crowned the New Han Dynasty

Chapter 311: Busy practicing piano before taking office [Third update]

Qi Zhi was naturally happy, feeling that he had indeed left a good impression on the old man, while his classmate looked over with some surprise.

After praising him, Yang Ji naturally said about Chen Zhi: "According to what you said, this Chen Zhi is very capable. A Tai Leling cannot defeat him. I remember that he is a member of the Chen family in Xiapi, right? "

Yang Mu was not sure, and looked at Qi Zhi, who understood and stepped forward to explain: "Chen Zhi is not from Xiapi, but from the Chen family in Pengcheng, but the two Chens are from the same family."

"Oh, so he is also a member of the Chen family. This is also a big family, but it has declined recently." Yang Ji said, and suddenly asked, "I don't know, has this Chen Zhi ever married? I just heard You mentioned that he received the order during the study tour and came directly."

In the New Han Dynasty, if an official obtained an official position and went to work, he had some choices in terms of family members. In this era, there was no communication and transportation conditions of later generations. It was possible to go to work once and come back a few years later.

In view of this, depending on the official position and term of office, some officials can bring their family members with them, especially Beijing officials.

Because of this, Yang Ji heard that Chen Zhi was in the middle of his study tour. After receiving the order, he came directly to Luoyang. Those who took over the position did not seem to need to consider their families. Generally, people who did this were alone, so they were able to There will be such a question.

Na Qi Zhi was stunned when he heard this, but then he replied: "As far as I know, Chen Zhi has never married. Because when he was dormant, his parents died early, and he often appeared to the world as a playboy. That’s why no one asks for relatives.”

When he said this in one breath, he could not help but feel suspicious. You must know that Wang Bu's casual words before had made Qi Zhi doubtful. He also thought about Old Mrs. Yang, but then he felt that such a family background , then if you want to find an uncle, you have to be a good match. Although the Chen family has a good foundation, it has already passed its peak. In addition, Chen Zhi himself is not a direct descendant of Xiapi, but a direct descendant of the Pengcheng Chen family. This family background is very difficult. It's a bit low, and Old Madam Yang shouldn't notice it.

"Listening to the old man's tone, are you really thinking about this?"

Qi Zhi murmured in his heart, somewhat unclear about Yang Ji's thoughts, but he didn't dare to ask.

When it came to his teacher Yang Mu, he asked the question in his heart: "Uncle, are you interested in marrying the Chen family?" He had no taboos. One was his uncle by blood, and he often asked for advice when he was young. The other two were his students, and they got along with each other day and night. Like father and son.

After asking, he added: "The Chen family has a rich background, and now there are people who are among the ministers. However, this family has already passed its peak. Although the central government has an endless succession of officials, the number of people is getting smaller. Now we only care about the central government. , including Chen Zhi, there are only two or three of them."

This was a reminder to his uncle, as he had just said, that choosing a son-in-law depends on many conditions, and the family background also has to be considered. Although a smaller family is easier to control, the future of the family must also be considered.

At present, the influence of the aristocratic family in the court is not only based on the level of official rank, but also on the scope of involvement. The Chen family has few people in the center, even if there is a servant, but no one to help, it is also lonely and lonely. There will inevitably be constraints when it comes to getting up, and you have to form alliances with others to help each other, which is a variable.

However, Yang Mu will not deny that at least the current marriage with the Chen family is not a bad thing. On the contrary, it has many advantages, but in his heart, there are better candidates.

"You don't need to worry. I'm just asking a few questions, not making a decision. I also need to ask for You'er's opinion on this matter. Although she is soft-tempered, she also has opinions." Yang Ji smiled and explained briefly, but then followed He added, "However, the Chen family has deep roots and is a well-known aristocratic family, so it can also be included in the options."

Hearing this, the classmate next to Qi Zhi came back to his senses and said quickly: "Grandpa, teacher, so that you two can know. I recently heard that Mrs. Chen issued a summons order, saying that outstanding children in the family would be invited to join the party. We have been coming to Luoyang recently, if you two are interested, why not send someone over at that time to see if there are any outstanding figures in the Chen family."

"Is there still this matter? Yes, you have good news. What is your name?" Yang Ji asked with a smile.

The man immediately looked flattered and hurriedly replied: "Report to Grand Duke, student Zuyan."

Yang Ji nodded and said to Yang Mu: "Zu Yan? Well, okay, Tan Zhi, your students are all good."

On the opposite side, Zu Yan took two steps back, glanced at Qi Zhi, and smiled. He finally seized this opportunity.

Here, after the words of several people fell, the sound of footsteps came from outside the door. It was the other students of Yangmu who had arrived. When these people heard the news, they rushed over eagerly, but they were already a few steps behind the two classmates.

Afterwards, everyone in the room chatted and the atmosphere was harmonious.

However, they did not notice that a young guard who was standing in the corner of the room slowly left at this time. It was about to change the guard for someone else, but then he came outside the house and walked out of the yard.

Not far away, there was a maid in Tsing Yi waiting there, with a delicate appearance and two pigtails. When she saw the young guard, she immediately waved her hand, and then whispered: "Brother Eleven, this way! This way! side!"

The young guard walked over without hesitation.

"How is it? How did the old man and the fifth master talk, did they ever talk about Miss?"

When the young man heard this, he didn't hesitate and said some of the words he just heard next to him. Of course, those who can do this kind of close guard know how to advance and retreat, and know what to say and what not to say. , otherwise all the secrets of the master's family would be spread out, so the only thing he talked about was the last part about Miss "You'er".

"The Master of Dreams from the Chen family in Pengcheng? Is it true or not? Did the old man really mention this person?" The maid showed an expression of surprise and surprise, "Is it the Master of Dreams who wrote the "Master's Theory" and was both civil and military?"

"It is this man."

The maid breathed a sigh of relief and said, "That's great. It would be great if I could have this young master as my uncle!"

When the young guard heard this, he hesitated to speak, and finally said nothing.

The little maid waved her hands and said with a smile: "Brother Eleven, thank you for your hard work. You can go back first. The boss of the province will complain. The young lady left her sister by her side and asked me to come and take care of the daily life and food of the grandpa. In a few days, the grandpa will be here." When I return to the city, I have to tell the news to the young lady, so that she can feel at ease. You don’t know that the master forced the young lady to get married this time. She has been depressed. Although she followed the old master out, the grandpa also agreed to the master, saying I will find a husband for the young lady in Luoyang. As you know, the master will soon be a high official. He is becoming more and more useful at home, and the master will not be embarrassed by him..." the maid said. As he said that, he suddenly covered his mouth, made two noises, and said: "Look at me, I always can't control my mouth, and I talk about the master again. Damn it, Brother Eleven, you won't tell others, right? "She made a worried and aggrieved expression.

The young guard nodded helplessly and left.

The maid turned around and skipped back.

Soon, many nobles and aristocratic families in the city received news that the Anbei general Yang Ji would host a banquet at Zuoyue Academy for young talents who were under thirty years old.

A few days later, Luoyang was full of excitement, and many people guessed the intention behind it.

There was a lot of discussion.

"Is this old man from the Yang family really here to find my uncle? I really don't know what he thinks. Does he really have no idea about the position of Taiwei?"

In the north of Luoyang City, in Shendu Academy, there was a man with a big face and a big mouth, drinking and talking at the same time. He was about fifty years old, broad and fat, but he seemed particularly stable while sitting on the table.

If there is someone from the court here, he should be able to recognize him. This person is Xun Sui, the official of Zhongshu. There are rumors that he will be promoted to the supervisor of Zhongshu in the near future.

Since the end of the Eastern Han Dynasty, the power of the Zhongshu Province has become increasingly high. It controls edicts and divides the power of ministers. The chief secretary is in charge of the secretariat. He can draft edicts, which shows his authority. Because of this, the requirements for literary talent are also quite high. This Zhongshu Shuling Xun Sui is an example. Before he became an official, he was the mountain chief of Shendu Academy. He also had another identity, being from the Xun family in Yingchuan.

The Xun family of Yingchuan was the top family in Cao Wei. When Wei was annexed by the New Han Dynasty, Emperor Xuanwu gave preferential treatment to the Xun family in order to appease and win over the northern gentry and check and balance the growing southern aristocratic families. The Xun family itself is also well versed in the method of protecting oneself wisely, so the Xun family is now considered a leader in the second echelon, and is still on the rise, so it is also determined to compete for the top family in the north.

"Third uncle, let's not discuss this matter for now. The most urgent task right now is Zuoyue Academy. After this incident, its reputation will definitely increase greatly. How can we let it go?"

There was another person opposite Xun Sui, his nephew named Xun You, who was the current mountain chief.

"You don't need to panic about this matter. It's just a banquet. If you deal with it with great fanfare, it will hit the Yang family's arms." Xun Sui smiled and shook his head. "If you are worried, you can hold a banquet recently. When the time comes I’ll invite some friends over.”

When Xun You heard this, he looked happy at first, but then said with a sad face: "The only thing to worry about is during the dinner party. If the Yang family really chooses an uncle, and a good work comes out, won't it become a good talk?"

The good talk about Zuoyue Academy will increase its reputation, which is certainly not good for Shendu Academy.

Xun then laughed and said: "How can we talk about the marriage of aristocratic families? How can it be easy to create a masterpiece for a banquet? The ones chosen by Old Man Yang are all young talents. Such people may be good at reciting poems, but they are not good at writing on the spot." It’s difficult, you’re worrying too much.”

Xun You smiled bitterly and said, "Normally, my nephew wouldn't think too much about it. But this time, Tai Leling Chen Zhi was also invited. This person was at the palace dinner in order to suppress the arrogance of the Xianbei people. , wrote an article "On the Six Kingdoms" on the spot, what if the interest is also heightened during the dinner at Zuoyue Academy?"

"What?" Xun Sui was also quite surprised, "Tai Le ordered Chen Zhi?" Immediately, fear appeared on his face.

"This is the man," Xun You nodded, "Third uncle, you also know what he is capable of."

"This is a bit troublesome, but..." Xun Sui shook his head, "You don't have to worry too much. He has a lot of things to do with Tai Le Ling. Once he becomes an official, I'm afraid he won't be able to spare time. Besides, , I can also find something to keep him busy."

"What do you mean?" Xun You's eyes lit up.

Xun Sui stroked his beard and smiled: "You might as well find out first, what is this Tai Leling up to now, and I heard that he also has a good temperament, so why don't you find a few masters and ask for advice, this person can write impromptu essays." , I can’t compose music on the spot.”

ding ding ding...

Chen Zhi, who was being talked about by others, has been playing in the courtyard for a few days, the sound of the piano is curling like flowing water, but Tao Ya, Lu Ying and others around him are quite helpless when they hear it.

"What's the purpose of playing the same piece of music all day long?" Liu Gang was also puzzled because Chen Zhi had been playing the same piece of music almost every day for the past few days and never tired of it. At first, a few people thought it was quite beautiful and felt like they were in a paradise. But now they feel that this paradise is all the same.

"Wait a little longer, brother Chen will have to go to Taichang tomorrow, and it's time for him to take office. Maybe he uses this method to relieve his anxiety." Lu Ying comforted.

Suddenly, Chen Ju came over and announced that Chen Huan was visiting.

No one was surprised. Ever since Chen Zhi stayed, Chen Huan would come over whenever there was nothing to do.

"Brother, you are still practicing the piano." As soon as Chen Huan came, he met with Tao Ya and others, and came to Chen Zhi's side, and said excitedly, "I came here today, that's why, I came to my house Brother, would you like to meet me, a music master?"

　Thanks to "The Fade of the Wind" and "Drinking the Lips to Purple Blood" for the rewards!The promised third update is just a little late.

　　
　
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