Jia Yujing of Red Mansion

Chapter 101
The next day when the results were released, the news that Jia Qiong had won Jieyuan spread throughout the city instantly, not to mention the excitement in Jia's family.

But it was said that at the Luming Banquet, the examiner He Zhongdao refused to attend because he was feeling unwell, and the deputy examiner Wu Heng presided over it.

This made Jia Qiong feel very regretful. He still wanted to "thank you" to this master.

The competition in the provincial examination was very fierce. Neither Wang Yi nor Tang Ying succeeded. Even Cheng Yulong only ranked 1th and almost failed.

Along with Jia Qiong, only two of them passed the government examination, and no one passed the county examination in the same year. The intensity of the competition is evident.

After winning the title of Jieyuan, Jia Qiong's identity was completely different.

Even the Zhen family, who had only sent congratulatory gifts before, also posted a message inviting him to come over for a banquet.

However, Jia Qiong had no interest in getting involved with the Zhen family, so he just found an excuse to shirk it.

After the provincial examination, Jia Qiong's family will set off back to Beijing. Since the family is full of women, they still have to travel by boat.

This takes a long time, so there is no need to delay.

It had been more than four years since he left the capital, and it was time for Jia Qiong to go back.

There, he will face Bo Yun's treacherous court, and he will also meet the beauties who are just beginning to show their splendor.

Before leaving, Wang Mu called him to the mansion, and the two of them talked alone in the inner study.

Wang Mu leaned on the wicker chair and said with emotion: "Boy Jia, when I first met you, you were still a little baby.

At that time, you seemed to be as high as my chest, and you were so big in the blink of an eye. "

Jia Qiong smiled and said: "Grandpa, that was six years ago. Can I stop growing?"

"Yes, it has been six years. How many six years can a person have in his life?

I am 77 this year and will be 83 in six years. I don’t know if I can survive until then. "

These words were ominous, and Jia Qiong's heart couldn't help but tremble.

He hurriedly said: "Grandpa, you are so strong, you can easily live to be a hundred."

Wang Mu waved his hand and said, "I hope I won't talk about this anymore.

Back then Wang Jisi asked you, what is your ambition.

You talk about cultivating one’s character, managing one’s family, governing the country, and bringing peace to the world.

I don’t believe this kind of cliche. Today I also want to ask you, what is your ambition? "

Jia Qiong smiled and said: "Grandpa, why do you suddenly ask me this?

My ambition is to live up to God’s grace and live up to what I have learned, that’s all. "

Wang Mu said: "Follow me, you still don't want to say what's on your mind?"

Jia Qiong said solemnly: "Grandpa, I speak from my heart."

Jia Qiong thought to herself: God allowed me to travel through this world, and I will definitely not be able to let him down.

Therefore, it is not false at all.

Wang Mu stared at Jia Qiong seriously for a long time, then suddenly smiled.

"Very good, after you go to Beijing this time, you will probably become an official.

I called you here today just to talk to you about the affairs in court. "

Jia Qiong said respectfully: "My grandson is all ears."

Wang Mu took a sip of tea and said quietly: "The reason why the Holy Emperor was able to ascend the throne was because the Supreme Emperor experienced repeated blows.

Coupled with a serious illness, it looked very dangerous.

He himself was disheartened and lazy, so he decided to abdicate.

At that time, the prince was imprisoned after his title was seized, and the remaining princes fought openly and secretly, causing chaos in the court.

The four princes, eight princes and twelve princes were mostly supporters of the prince back then, but with the pressure of the supreme emperor, no one dared to disobey the holy will.

I have been the tutor of many princes, and I feel that among all the kings, the current Holy Emperor is the most human king.

Therefore, I will not go into detail with you about the various struggles involved in supporting him to inherit the great treasure.

Those who were vying for the throne, the prince was sentenced to death, King Ning, King Huai, and King Yan all went to their places, and the Holy Master had the last laugh.

But as long as the Supreme Emperor dies, he will still be supported by the noble forces.

Because the Supreme Emperor can protect them in glory and wealth, but the current Holy Emperor is not friendly to nobles.The Holy Emperor has relied heavily on civil servants in these years, whether it was me back then or Zhang Chunyang now, all in order to suppress the power of Wu Xun.

It would have been better if the Supreme Emperor could have died earlier or handed over his military power earlier.

With the methods of the current sage, it may not be impossible to revive the Great Chu and recreate a prosperous age.

However, the Supreme Emperor has such a long life. He is still healthy after so many years since he succeeded to the throne. This is something that no one could have expected. "

Jia Qiong almost choked to death when she heard this. She thought to herself: How did this old man survive to this day? How could he say such a treasonous thing?
"Grandpa, be careful what you say!"

"It doesn't matter, it's just you and me here. You won't report on me, right?"

"Of course it won't..."

"Then don't interrupt me and listen to me.

What did I say just now?
Oh, by the way, the Emperor lived too long and loved luxury.

Every year, [-]% of the expenditures of the Ministry of Internal Affairs are spent on him.

Countless money has been spent on building imperial mausoleums, palaces, and summer resorts over the years.

Natural disasters have occurred frequently in recent years, and the imperial court has been unable to make ends meet every year.

The Holy One is really losing his composure, so he has frequently made some small moves recently.

Over the years, the Holy Emperor has been trying to take back military power in order to drastically rectify the imperial court, but the results have been slow.

The biggest resistance is the noble forces headed by the Four Kings and Eight Dukes.

It was a good move for the Holy Emperor to use Wang Ziteng to take charge of the capital camp.

It's a pity that Wang Ziteng's position is wavering and he has a huge appetite. He is a faggot and unreliable.

You are a talented man who is famous all over the world, and you are a descendant of Ning Guogong. In addition, you are able to be both civil and military. You can be a civil servant and hold military power.

If you enter the court, the Holy Emperor will most likely want to use you to gain military power. He also revealed this intention in his secret letter to me.

Mr. Jia, if you remain a pure civil servant in peace and quiet, with your reputation and ability, you will be able to be a highly respected minister and lead the government within 20 years.

But if you follow the emperor's wishes, help him gather military power.

Maybe soon you will be able to dominate the government and be even more prosperous than when Ning Rong was alive.

Which way do you want to go? "

Old Man Wang asked him about his ambition for the second time today. Jia Qiong hesitated for a moment and then said: "I have never thought about this. All I want is to show what I have learned in my life.

Regardless of whether he is a highly respected minister or whether he has all the power in the government and the public, I am afraid that it is not something I can control. "

Wang Mu Ding stared at him for a while, and when he saw that Jia Qiong's expression did not change at all, he couldn't help shaking his head and laughing.

"You're such a naughty guy, you must have learned how to be an official in your mother's womb.

Okay, I'm too lazy to ask you, but I want to remind you.

In ancient times, all powerful ministers did not end well, so you have to take care of yourself. "

Jia Qiong smiled and said: "Grandpa, don't worry, I understand this.

Grandpa, look at this fight between the Supreme Emperor and the Emperor, who will win? "

Wang Mu said: "If the Supreme Emperor could win, would he still wait until now?"

Jia Qiong asked strangely: "The Supreme Emperor holds military power, how come he can't win?"

Wang Mu smiled and said: "Nowadays, most of the noble forces are indeed obeying the orders of the Supreme Emperor, but what they want is nothing but glory and wealth, so how many of them are willing to sacrifice their lives for him?
Besides, the Supreme Emperor was once a British lord, and he is not yet an old fool. Can he really raise a weapon regardless of the country and the country?

Today's Dachu can no longer withstand this kind of torment.

The Holy Emperor has been in power for nearly 20 years, and the foundation has been solid. This is very clear to the Emperor.

He holds military power just to continue to enjoy himself, and also to seek a posthumous reputation.

To be honest, judging from the current situation, the Supreme Emperor is living happily in Chonghua Palace.

The Holy Emperor spends all night and night worrying about state affairs. Maybe he really can't defeat the Supreme Emperor.

It's no wonder that he is anxious. If he dies in the Supreme Emperor's head, he won't be able to decide who will receive the throne. "

(End of this chapter)