Kyoto, Dingguofu.

After Pei Rong was imprisoned in Shanglin Prison by Emperor Kaiping, the majestic and graceful Duke's Mansion fell silent for a period of time. However, this crisis was not fatal because Pei Taijun was still alive. It would be useful to first determine the face of Duke Pei Zhen.

In addition, Emperor Kaiping asked Pei Cheng to inherit the title and made an exception to raise his title by one level. Therefore, many people just watched in secret and did not rush out to add insult to injury.

In this peaceful and boring life, Pei Rong's second son Pei Yun stepped forward firmly in a way that no one expected.

After the autumn examination in the fourth year of Kaiping, Peiyun High School ranked first in the Kyoto Prefectural Examination.

In the spring of the fifth year of Kaiping, Pei Yun once again came out on top and became the first place in this year's examination.

In the later palace examination, his strategies were very precise and in line with the general trend of the country, but in the end he only got second place. Although he did not achieve the feat of three yuan and one place, anyone with a discerning eye can see it.

This was the love and care that Emperor Kaiping and Governor Mo of Dongfu had for this young man. The opposition between civil and military officials in the Liang Dynasty was quite serious, but it was not absolutely clear-cut. For example, Li Bingzhong was knighted as a civil official, and there were precedents for military generals to enter the political affairs hall.

Pei Yun entered the civil service group as the legitimate son of Dingguo. This is not a taboo matter, but he needs to keep a low profile.

Emperor Kaiping ranked it second on the list, perhaps out of such considerations.

The first memorial of this newly elected No. 2 student was to hope that His Majesty the Emperor would pardon his father. For this reason, he was willing to give up his status as the No. 2 student and only study and compile history in the Hanlin Academy. Although Emperor Kaiping did not agree, this move was of no significance.

There is no doubt that he won Pei Yun an excellent reputation and the favor of several ministers in the court.

Now he has been appointed editor of the Hanlin Academy, which is the most noble official position in the civil service system. He was known as the prime minister in the former Wei Dynasty.

As time goes by, his popularity in the Hanlin Academy is getting better and better. At the beginning, because of his status as a son of a powerful man, he will naturally attract the hostility of those who want to read, but with his profound knowledge and gentle temperament

, Those hostility and barriers were easily resolved by him, and he gradually became a true civil servant.

The affairs of the Hanlin Academy are relatively leisurely, not to mention that Pei Yun is the second in the new department and has not yet been assigned to the extremely heavy history compilation work. Therefore, he only goes to the Yazhong to meditate for two or three hours every day, and participates in various literati gatherings during the rest of the time.

After the Western Wu army invaded the country, Pei Yun did not speak as loudly as some passionate young officials. Instead, he wrote a few poems about loyal service to the country, which were inadvertently spread, and his reputation among civil servants became more and more famous.

Dingguo Mansion has gradually become more lively. Compared with the past, not only the martial arts friends came to visit, but also many young civil servants. They sat with Pei Yun, talked, drank, composed poems, and the relationship between them became very close.

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It was the same today. In the afternoon, Pei Yun saw off the last group of visitors. Ignoring the admiring looks of the maids around him, he said to one of them: "Go to Qingfeng Garden and tell me, I will go see the eldest sister later."

"Yes, young master." The maid bowed her head and left quickly.

Half an hour later, Pei Yun walked calmly into Qingfeng Garden, which was shaded by green bamboos.

Walking into the side hall, Pei Ning was already waiting here. Seeing his second brother, who was now becoming more and more calm, Pei Ning's face looked slightly unnatural, but he still showed a faint smile and said: "Second brother is here, sit down.

"

The eldest maid Liangyan served tea to the two of them, and after getting a look from Pei Ning, she said goodbye obediently and left.

Pei Yun glanced at the white porcelain tea cup in front of him and said gently: "Sister, my mother hasn't bothered you lately, has she?"

Pei Ning's face darkened.

After Pei Rong was imprisoned, Pei Taijun confined Mrs. Li in her small courtyard to prevent her from making any more troubles and causing the situation to become uncontrollable. After a full year, Pei Taijun finally relented and only allowed her to leave.

Li Shi left the house, but she was not grounded again. However, during this year, Li Shi's temperament became more and more sinister and violent. I don't know who listened to the instigation, but it is impossible for Pei Yue to do what he does today.

Blame it on Peining.

Gu Ming

This woman is no different from being crazy. She can only see the miserable situation of Pei Rong and Li Zijun. She even comes to Pei Ning every day to make trouble, saying bluntly that she is a disaster star and it is this unfilial daughter who has brought her to this end.

After all, Pei Ning couldn't bear that his mother was grounded by the old lady again, and she suffered all this silently. In the end, it was after Pei Yun found out and talked to Li twice that the woman restrained herself.

Pei Ning tugged the hair around her ears and smiled as calmly as possible: "Mom, you have to vent your pain in your heart. I'll be fine here. Don't worry, brother."

Pei Yun said seriously: "Those things have nothing to do with eldest sister. Mother has no reason to blame you. Don't worry, I will let people keep an eye on her and never allow her to bully you again."

Pei Ning sighed softly in his heart and said slowly: "Thank you, second brother."

Pei Yun shook his head and said: "Why do siblings need to say thank you? Sister, I discussed it with my ancestor before, and she told me to be cautious, so I am also waiting and watching. But something happened some time ago, and I think there is something wrong

You need to tell eldest sister."

Pei Ning's heart tightened, and she asked a little unnaturally: "What's the matter?"

Pei Yun picked up the tea cup and took a sip, and said calmly: "Princess Lu has passed away."

Peining looked at him blankly.

She knew the implication of Pei Yun's words very well. In fact, Pei Yun had said this to her as early as two years ago, after she and Pei Yue met for the last time. Although Pei Taijun and Pei Rong Li were both present, her marriage

It was not Pei Yun's turn to comment at all, but the second brother had something she couldn't refute.

With the situation like this, eldest sister's marriage is not only related to you personally, but also closely related to the fate of the Pei family.

Pei Yun looked at her face and said unhurriedly: "Sister, you should know that after I was selected by Your Majesty as the second choice, I was willing to exchange my fame for my father's pardon, but Your Majesty refused. Now the court is willing to help the Pei family

There are people who can talk, but there are not enough important ministers. If the eldest sister can become Lu Wangfei, not to mention that His Majesty will reward the Pei family, just because Lu Wang comes forward to ask for a favor, father can be spared from prison.

"

Peining clasped his hands tightly together, his eyes extremely tangled.

Pei Yun continued: "I mentioned this matter to my ancestor. She still hopes that the eldest sister can nod. After all, you are her most beloved granddaughter, and she does not want you to be forced to do this. Sister

, the Pei family now only has a bare frame.

, My eldest brother is working hard in the Western Army, and I also gave up my desk and stepped into the court. The situation is really difficult. Of course, the Pei family will never force the women in the house, especially you, eldest sister. It doesn’t matter if you don’t want to,

I will find another way to save my father."

A bitter smile appeared on Pei Ning's face, he raised his eyes and said with difficulty: "Second brother, there is a grudge between Prince Lu's palace and third brother. The princess died because of third brother's report on the Xu family's Qibao Pavilion case."

Pei Yun was a little surprised. He didn't expect Pei Ning, who lived in the inner house, to know what was going on outside. But he soon realized that his eldest sister's best friend was the daughter of the Shen family.

He nodded calmly and said: "Because of this, King Lu will not mind marrying the Pei family."

Pei Ning is also a very smart person. She quickly understood the meaning of this sentence. She hesitated and said: "Second brother, can you allow me to think about it again?"

Pei Yun smiled and said: "This is natural. It has been less than two months since Princess Lu passed away, and it will take some time for the prince to remarry. However, it will only be postponed until this time next year at most."

Pei Ning nodded and sent Pei Yun away. She stood in the corridor and looked at the withered flowers in the near corner of the courtyard. Two lines of clear tears slowly slid down her cheeks. She raised her hand to wipe away the tears and sniffed gently. , looked at the fallen flowers on the ground and said softly: "Third brother, today is your birthday. I wish you peace and joy in this life, and no more worries and sorrows."

Her voice was gentle, but there was no sparkle in her eyes.
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