The Three Kingdoms: The Cold Gate World

Chapter 9 The Promise Zhen Family
It is said that after Zhen Yu and his party returned home from Yecheng, they first entered the hall to meet the elders, and after greeting their parents, Zhen Jiang hurried back to her room, took out all her gold and silver jewelry, held them in front of Zhen Yu and said solemnly : "Brother, how much do you think these can be pawned?"

Zhen Yu didn't know whether to laugh or cry, his father Zhen Yi looked surprised, and asked: "Jiang Er, what does this mean? Aren't these all your favorite jewelry?"

Zhen Jiang said with a serious expression: "Nowadays the world is chaotic and the people are struggling to survive. Our Zhen family's rich side will inevitably be coveted by others. If disaster strikes, no amount of gold, silver and jewelry will be able to protect our Zhen family's safety. Why don't we help the refugees?" First of all, this is a good deed, which can accumulate good virtue, and second, our Zhen family will try our best to appease the surrounding people, and in the long run, the people will be grateful and virtuous, and the petty people will not dare to fight with our Zhen family."

Zhen Yi got up in shock after hearing this, stared at Zhen Jiang and asked, "You came up with all these?"

Zhen Jiang shook his head and said honestly: "This is what my brother and I met in Ye City. I think so, so I want to exchange some money to support refugees."

Zhen Yi with a surprised expression turned his head to look at Zhen Yu. Zhen Yu understood, and told the details of Yecheng and his party with Guo Jia and Xu Shu. The only thing that was hidden was the midnight tryst between Guo Jia and Zhen Jiang.

"Jiang'er, you have such a heart, and I am very pleased for my father. You can take back these jewelry. At this time, it will be beneficial for my Zhen family to help the poor and needy. My father naturally agrees, and I will make plans after thinking about my father."

Zhen Jiang left happily, while Zhen Yi recruited all three sons into the study.

Although the second son, Zhen Yan, and the youngest son, Zhen Yao, are both underage, they are both sixteen or seventeen years old. They have already begun to get in touch with family affairs, and after a little experience, they will be able to take charge of their own affairs.

"This Guo Jia is really uttering wild words. Is it true that my 400-year-old country is chaotic, and the heroes are divided? Hmph, alarmist talk!"

After hearing what Zhen Yu said about Guo Jia, Zhen Yan first scoffed at it, and was very disdainful. He is also a scholar who has read poetry and books, and he yearns for fame and official career. In the officialdom, one can imagine the anger in his heart when he heard that the Han Dynasty was going to be chaotic.

"Women and children's opinion! Jie Zhou has no way, what is the end? Tyranny has no way, what is the end? The three of you have read the books of sages and sages, don't you understand such a superficial truth? In my opinion, this Guo Jia has such foresight at such a young age, and his future will be limitless. Zhen Yu, you have met such a young man during this trip to Yecheng, and you must keep in touch with him in the future. Maybe someday, this man will become a blockbuster." Zhen Yi looked at his three sons and sighed in his heart: Why don't I have a son who is as far-sighted as Guo Jia?
Coughing a few times, Zhen Yu hesitated to speak, Zhen Yi saw this and said: "There is no need to worry between father and son, but it's okay to say."

Zhen Yu bit the bullet and told about Guo Jia and Zhen Jiang's affairs, and added at the end: "I think the elder sister has fallen in love with Guo Jia, so it's better to fulfill the wish of the elder sister."

As soon as the words fell, Zhen Yi remained expressionless and did not make a statement, but the third son, Zhen Yao, jumped out and said harshly: "Ridiculous! Then Guo Jia is only a humble scholar in Yingchuan, how can he be worthy of the daughter of my Zhen family? If the eldest sister Marrying Guo Jia, wouldn’t that mean letting the eldest sister live the bitter cold and helpless life with Guo Jia? Brother, does the Zhen family need to recruit a son-in-law? In my opinion, it is enough to give Guo Jia gold, silver and jewelry. If he is moved, then my Zhen family will find someone to recommend him, thinking that if he is a son of a poor family, if he can set foot in an official career, he will definitely be grateful to my Zhen family."

Looking at the third brother who was filled with righteous indignation, Zhen Yu sighed lightly, didn't speak, just looked at his father.

Zhen Yi closed his eyes and thought for a long time, then asked: "Such a young hero, Qian Bo can move his heart? He has already seen that the troubled times are coming, so how can he set foot in an official career? Besides, with such a talent, how can he not see that I am Zhen Yi?" The means of family favors to ask for repayment? To associate with this person, one must be sincere. But hearing Guo Jia’s name today is just a one-sided story. If he is really interested in Jiang’er, there will be a chance to meet him in the future. This matter will be discussed later.”

Half a year later, when Guo Jia and Xu Shu were about to enter Wuji County in Zhongshan, they saw a long queue of people outside the county town, stretching for several miles.

After dismounting and walking, Guo Jia and Xu Shu were very surprised, so they asked an old man beside the road.

"Brother, don't you know that the Zhen family will donate porridge to the people on the first and fifteenth day of the Lunar New Year? There are also clothes as gifts. The Zhen family is really a family of charity."

Xu Shu and Guo Jia looked at each other and smiled, and led Ma Chao to the county town. At the gate of the city, they saw the servants of Zhen's family busy, serving porridge to the people who came forward, and giving them new clothes if their clothes were torn.

What dazzled Guo Jia was that the Zhen family who served the porridge was actually Zhen Jiang. In winter, Zhen Jiang, who was wearing a leather jacket and a snow-white cloak, was shockingly beautiful, like a fairy who had fallen into the mortal world, and she There are three delicate and charming little girls beside her, who are simply too beautiful.

Just serving a bowl of porridge to the hungry people, Zhen Jiang lowered his head and asked his little sister to wipe the sweat off her forehead. When she looked up, she found two smiling teenagers standing with horses on the county road. land.

After a moment of astonishment, Zhen Jiang suddenly smiled, as bright and moving as if a hundred flowers bloomed on the earth in spring.

"There are beauties in the north, who are peerless and independent. Once you look at the city, you will look at the country. Would you rather not know the city and the country? It's hard to find a beautiful woman." Guo Jia couldn't help but whispered softly, while Xu Shu smiled, He secretly knew Guo Jia for a year and a half, but he didn't know that he was really a vagabond. He used to think that he was just pretending to be Meng Lang to confuse the public, but he didn't expect that it was because of his temperament.

After handing over the porridge to the servants next to her, Zhen Jiang hurried to Guo Jia with her three younger sisters. Before she could speak, she was teased by Guo Jia, who was blushing.

"I have heard for a long time that Miss Zhen's family's good name spreads far and wide, and it is a great fortune to meet you now."

After all, Guo Jia saluted solemnly, Xu Shu couldn't laugh or cry, this Guo Jia was just flirting, standing next to him, he also had to salute.

Zhen Jiangqiao smiled sweetly, and blamed: "After a few days, you still like to play tricks like that. It's so cold, and the two of you are wearing thin clothes, so you don't worry about getting sick?"

Guo Jia and Xu Shu only wore one long robe, which was pitifully small, but Guo Jia laughed and said, "We practice martial arts all year round, and the cold and heat don't invade us, but if Miss Zhen intends to give us two warm clothes, it will be disrespectful."

Zhen Jiang glared at Guo Jia, but the corners of her mouth turned up, full of smiles. At this moment, she felt someone tugging on her skirt, and turned her head to see that the second and third younger sisters were hiding behind her, looking at Guo Jia curiously. Jia, then pulled out the two younger sisters and said to Guo Jia: "This is my second sister Zhen Tuo and third sister Zhen Dao. The child that the third sister is leading is my fourth sister Zhen Rong."

Zhen Jiang, who was about to let the three younger sisters meet, was hugged by Zhen Rong's thigh, who looked no more than three or four years old. Zhen Rong raised her head and said to Zhen Jiang in a childlike voice: "Elder sister, hug."

Zhen Jiang had a headache, stroked Zhen Rong's head and said softly: "Rong'er, elder sister can't hold you, let the brothers hold you after returning home, be good."

Zhen Rong pursed his mouth and became sullen, but he didn't expect to be picked up from behind and held in his arms.

Zhen Jiang watched Guo Jia pick up Zhen Rong in surprise, and after a moment's pause, he shouted, "Rong'er, come down quickly."

Zhen Rong was comfortably hugged by Guo Jia, and seeing Guo Jia with a warm smile on his face, he felt very close. Hearing what the elder sister said, he turned his head, hugged Guo Jia's neck with both hands, and shook his head in disbelief.

"Yuan Zhi, do you think I have a bright future if I aspire to be a child abductor?" Guo Jia hugged Zhen Rong in one hand, and walked towards the county town with the horse in the other.

Xu Shu smiled wryly and said to Zhen Jiang: "Following filial piety is always straightforward. The fourth lady of the Zhen family is cute and lovable. I hope you can forgive Meng Lang for filial piety."

Zhen Jiang smiled and said nothing, leading Zhen Tuo and Zhen Dao from left to right and followed Guo Jia into the county.

Hearing that Guo Jia and Xu Shu came to visit, Zhen Yu opened the door of the house and greeted them. Guo Jia saw the door of Zhen's house opened wide, and Zhen Yu greeted him with a smile. He said with emotion: "Jia is a commoner, how can he be the Zhen family?" So kind?"

At this time, there are many rules for welcoming guests, and opening the gate of the house is the highest courtesy.

Zhen Yu clasped his fists and said: "After the farewell to Yecheng, I look forward to Feng Xiao and Yuan Zhi, looking forward to the rain after a long drought. Today, the two of you are here, how can I not be grateful to the landlord? Please, please, my father has arranged The banquet is over, I respectfully invite you two."

Now even Guo Jia, who has always been indifferent to the world, replied solemnly: "Here, respect is worse than obedience."

You must know that Zhen Yi, the master of the Zhen family, is a person with an official position. Although he is an idle official, there is no need to treat Guo Jia and Xu Shu with such grandeur. Since he has put up such an array to welcome Guo Jia and Xu Shu, it is enough to show the importance of sincerity .

After entering the hall, Guo Jia and Xu Shu saw Zhen Yi standing up to greet him. Facing the elegant and elegant elder, Guo Jia saluted respectfully, "Guo Jia, Guo Fengxiao of Yingchuan, pay homage to Lord Zhen."

"Xu Shu and Xu Yuan pay homage to Master Zhen." Xu Shu also bowed respectfully.

"Hehe, I heard that Yingchuan has many heroes. It is a blessing for me to see Yingchuan's virtuous little prince today. If Fengxiao and Yuanzhi don't mind, just call me uncle." After Zhen Yi sized up Guo Jia and Xu Shu Nodding frequently, these two people are full of heroism, with a subtle demeanor, they are indeed heroes among men.

The Zhen family's hospitality is very generous, and the food and wine are not a problem. Guo Jia and Xu Shu sit on one side, and the three sons of the Zhen family sit opposite each other. laughing out loud.

When the wine was in full swing, Zhen Yao raised his glass and came to Guo Jia, with an inexplicable smile on his face, he said: "I have heard for a long time that Feng Xiao is unparalleled in intelligence and has lofty aspirations. However, he comes from a humble background and has no way to serve the country. Why don't you invite my father now?" On behalf of the recommendation, with the talent of filial piety, it will definitely be reused by the court. Firstly, it can serve the imperial court, and secondly, it can also show its strengths. In the future, it will be a pleasure to be named a marquis and honor the ancestors."

As soon as this remark came out, the expression of those who heard it changed, Xu Shu had already put down the wine glass heavily, his face showed a sullen expression, but Guo Jia was the only one who did not change his expression.

He raised his head and drank the wine in the glass, Guo Jia chuckled lightly and said, "With the Zhen family's huge wealth and assets, why do you need to be introduced by the court? The official titles in the imperial capital only need a small amount of money from the Zhen family, and the official titles are easy to get. Since the Zhen family treats me so filially Enhou, why don't you find me a position among the Three Dukes?"

After Guo Jia finished speaking, the expressions of the members of the Zhen family changed drastically. The expressions of the father and son were different. Zhen Yi showed a tricky smile, Zhen Yu looked eager, Zhen Yan was thoughtful, and Zhen Yao was angry.

Guo Jia, who had a panoramic view of the expressions of the four people, changed the subject, stood up and said, "When you meet a bosom friend, you don't have a thousand glasses of wine, and you don't speculate in a few sentences. I thank the Zhen family for their hospitality, and I will leave immediately. Before leaving, I have a piece of advice: The court is a place of turmoil and turmoil, and now it is dominated by ten permanent servants and foreign relatives, it would be unwise for the Zhen family to make a difference in their official career. This is all I have to say, and I will leave."

"Follow the filial piety and stay behind!"

(End of this chapter)