The people around him were looking at Lu Xiangsheng up and down, and some were even whispering to each other, obviously very curious about his origins. A man who spent five thousand taels of silver was certainly not an ordinary person, but until he understood the situation, no one

Come up and say hello.

Ni Yuanlu on the side was also hesitant, looking at the woman behind the curtain with some reluctance, and looking at Lu Xiangsheng suspiciously. For a stranger, Ni Yuanlu couldn't believe it in her heart.

Looking at the two people with a smile, Emperor Tianqi said calmly: "It's only five thousand taels of silver, let's not worry about it! A few taels of silver is nothing, don't let the money ruin your fun."

When people around you hear this, they have the urge to hit them, and you are not afraid of the wind blowing your tongue. It is true that there is no tax for speaking big words.

After bowing his hand to Lu Xiangsheng, Emperor Tianqi said with a smile: "Brother Lu, we can still afford some money here. Thank you for your help!"

Ni Yuanlu looked at Emperor Tianqi with some surprise. It was only the second time she met him. How could he help her like this? But when she thought of the fan given to her by Emperor Tianqi, Ni Yuanlu felt a little relieved. This person does not necessarily belong to which family.

Young Master, maybe five thousand taels of silver is really nothing.

Looking back at Chen Lin, Emperor Tianqi calmly ordered: "Have someone send you five thousand taels of silver!"

"Yes, Young Master!" Chen Lin said respectfully as he saluted Emperor Tianqi.

Looking at a few people with a smile, Emperor Tianqi said in a calm tone: "We are going to be delayed here. I really want to take a look upstairs!"

Ni Yuanlu raised her hands to the female steward on the side. Ni Yuanlu said in a deep voice: "Steward Liu, we will deliver the money this afternoon. Don't you know?"

"Don't worry, where is Wangjiang Tower? You must do what you promised, as long as the money comes! We won't let the girl out until the money comes here!" The female steward smiled and looked up and down.

About Lu Xiangsheng and Emperor Tianqi.

Several people walked together towards the third floor. No one looked at Sun Zhixian and his group. They obviously regarded him as nothing. They walked forward talking and laughing. Emperor Tianqi looked at Lu Xiangsheng. To be more precise, he looked at Lu Xiangsheng.

The short knife in Lu Xiangsheng's hand.

"Brother Lu, I have a question and I wonder if I should talk about it?" Emperor Tianqi looked at Lu Xiangsheng and said with some embarrassment.

"Young brother, just say whatever you want. Brother Yu, of course he will tell you everything he knows!" He was also very curious about the young man in front of him, Lu Xiangsheng, and looked at Emperor Tianqi up and down while speaking.

Smiling and nodding, Emperor Tianqi hesitated and said, "I wonder if my brother can lend me the sword in my hand for a look?"

After listening to Emperor Tianqi's words, Lu Xiangsheng was obviously stunned. After hesitating for a moment, Lu Xiangsheng said with a smile: "Of course there is no problem with this, but let's wait until we are separated to talk about it!" He pointed to the front, and it was obvious that several people were there.

We have arrived at the place where the assessment will be conducted.

Several people all paid money and then took the test. Emperor Tianqi did not expect that the test this time was still on couplets. At the same time, Emperor Tianqi felt that the operator here seemed to like couplets. There was no doubt that all of them passed the test smoothly.

, walked up the steps to the third floor.

There is not much difference between the third floor and the second floor. The less decorated ones are much better than the second floor. They are not of the same grade at all. The tables, chairs and benches are all made of rosewood. The sandalwood books in the hall also smell better, and the ones hanging on the walls

They are all calligraphy and painting of famous people.

Emperor Tianqi didn't expect that there were many people here, and the layout on the second floor was no different. Because there was a poetry meeting today, the layout here was the same as the second floor, but the third floor was not like this on weekdays.

Emperor Tianqi and others didn't say anything and found a secluded place to sit down. It was obvious that everyone was anxious to go upstairs.

"Brother Bai Xian, can Lu ask a question? Why are you so interested in my skills?" Lu Xiangsheng looked at Emperor Tianqi with a smile and asked with a serious expression.

After being stunned for a moment, Emperor Tianqi said with a smile: "Brother Lu, don't get me wrong, I am very curious about weapons. Brother Lu's sword looks like a Japanese sword, but it is very different from a Japanese sword. Now

There are no knives like this in the army. I was just a little curious when I saw it for the first time. I want to take a look. If Brother Lu mind, forget it!"

Nodding slowly, Lu Xiangsheng said with a smile: "Of course not, I'm just curious! In that case, dear brother, please take a look!" He handed the one in his hand to Emperor Tianqi.

He took the short knife with both hands and gently stroked the scabbard. Emperor Tianqi knew that the knife was probably a few years old. After thinking for a moment, Emperor Tianqi held the handle of the knife and pulled out the knife with a slight exertion on the blade.

It is arc-shaped and narrow, and its appearance is very similar to a Japanese sword. There is a raised pick line on the side of the blade. However, the handle and blade are different from Japanese swords. The handle is made of tail rivets, and the blade is taller.

Thicker.

Slowly inserting the sword back into the scabbard, Emperor Tianqi said with emotion: "Although it cannot be called a sword that can cut iron like clay, it is already very rare. It should be a mass-produced one, not specially made by craftsmen.

.To be able to achieve such a level is really amazing.”

"Brother Xian is really an expert. You can tell so much just by looking at it. This is unexpected!" Lu Xiangsheng on the side suddenly looked at Emperor Tianqi in surprise and said happily.

Holding a fist towards Lu Xiangsheng, Emperor Tianqi straightened his face and said in a serious voice: "Brother Lu, can you tell me the origin of this knife?"

Without answering Emperor Tianqi's words, Lu Xiangsheng sighed softly, and after a long time he said in a low tone: "This is the relic left by my father to me!"

Several people were stunned. Lu Xiangsheng looked like he was in his early twenties. His father had passed away.

Seemingly feeling a little embarrassed, several people hurriedly clasped their fists at Lu Xiangsheng and uttered condolences.

"You don't have to be like this. My father sacrificed his life for the country and died a worthy death. Although Lu is extremely sad, as a son of a man, he is proud of his father!" Lu Xiangsheng waved his hand gently and said seriously. But when he saw his red face

There were circles under his eyes, and everyone understood the pain in his heart.

After frowning and thinking for a long time, Emperor Tianqi asked softly: "I wonder if your Majesty is Lu Feng, the commander-in-chief of Zunhua?" After saying this, Emperor Tianqi looked straight at Lu Xiangsheng. There wouldn't be such a coincidence in the world, right?

Raising his head in surprise, Lu Xiangsheng said with a surprised look on his face: "Brother Xian, have you heard about my father?"

Nodding solemnly, Emperor Apocalypse said in a deep voice: "Jian Nu broke the Great Wall and Chen soldiers under Zunhua City. Chen Liangyu, the prefect of Zunhua, acted as a thief and secretly captured General Lu Fenglu, the commander-in-chief of Zunhua. Chen Liangyu hoped to force Lu

The general opened the city gate and surrendered. General Lu would rather die than surrender and suffered a lot of torture. Later, Chen Liangyu captured General Lu's wife, hoping to force General Lu to surrender." Emperor Tianqi said this and looked at Lu Xiangsheng suspiciously.

Several people all looked at Emperor Tianqi, as if waiting for him to continue. Lu Xiangsheng on the side sighed softly and said in a low tone: "That is my mother. My mother did not obey Chen Liangyu, but took out the

The poison was swallowed along with my father!"

Lu Xiangsheng's eyes turned red after speaking. It was obvious that the death of his parents had left an indelible mark on his heart.

Emperor Tianqi and others all stood up and bowed to Lu Xiangsheng at the same time. Naturally, they all bowed from the bottom of their hearts.

"My ancestors once said that Confucius said to be benevolent and Mencius said to be righteous. Only the righteousness is fulfilled, so benevolence is the best. What can you learn from reading the books of sages? Now, from now on, I have nothing to be ashamed of. If you do this, your name will be remembered in history.

You are a role model for us!" Wen Zhenmeng hugged Lu Xiangsheng and said respectfully.

Obviously Wen Zhenmeng, who regarded himself as a descendant of Wen Tianxiang, had great respect for those who could serve the country loyally. At this time, comparing Lu Xiangsheng's parents with his own ancestors, his evaluation is not low.

Gently stroking the short knife in his hand, Lu Xiangsheng said in a low tone: "This knife is my father's relic, and it is my father's favorite thing. When my father first went to Zunhua, General Qi Jiguang, the commander-in-chief of Jiliao, was still there.

, General Qi was very surprised after hearing about my father. After seeing my father, General Qi gave my father the short sword he carried with him, and my father has been wearing it for so many years. "

It turned out to be the Qi Family Sword. Emperor Tianqi finally remembered it at this time. He felt that it was familiar there just now, but now he finally remembered it after listening to Lu Xiangsheng's words.

"The dead are gone, and the living should be brave. I wonder why Brother Lu is coming to Beijing this time?" Emperor Tianqi felt that the atmosphere seemed a bit depressing, so he took the initiative to find a topic.

Looking at Emperor Tianqi clearly, Lu Xiangsheng said in a deep voice: "My father has always wanted me to take the imperial examination, so I came here this time to fulfill my father's last wish."

After being slightly startled, Wen Zhenmeng asked at the side: "Isn't it because of your last wish that Brother Lu won't come?"

None of them expected that Lu Xiangsheng nodded slowly and said solemnly: "I have been deeply influenced by my father since I was a child. I also learned some archery and horse riding. I originally thought I could make some achievements on the battlefield. Later, my father asked me to

I took the merit test, so I gave up the idea. However, my father died in the battle, and after fulfilling my father’s last wish, Lu still wanted to join the army.”

In this era, it is very unbelievable to abandon literature and join the military. If a Jinshi went to join the army, there is no telling what kind of uproar it would cause.

Emperor Tianqi looked at Lu Xiangsheng with great interest. This man looked very interesting! Compared to Lu Xiangsheng in history, perhaps this one could give him more surprises.

"It's almost time, the poetry meeting is about to start, let's go to the fourth floor! Go and get a good seat first, so as not to have no place to sit after waiting." A few people chatted for a while, Ni Yuanlu looked at the sky outside,

Said in a deep voice.
Chapter completed!