In the imperial examination in the 18th year of Tianqi's reign, Chen Ping was ranked first in high school, and Cheng Cheng lived up to his father's high expectations and became a second-class scholar.
I can’t say I’m a fool, after all, it’s just wishful thinking to get a Jinshi background without any real materials, but Chen Ping always feels that Cheng Cheng’s character is not suitable for officialdom.
No, although the two of them are brothers, they are both officials in the Hanlin Academy, so they have to pay some attention to it, such as this address.
"Senior brother, if you are in a place with people next time, you should ask me to edit it. Now that you are in an officialdom, you still need to pay attention to your words and deeds."
It’s not that Chen Ping has become more ambitious since he became an official, but it’s just that he can’t be cautious in these special times.
Cheng Cheng was also shocked when he heard this, and he couldn't help but stand in awe when he remembered what his father taught him before leaving Qianzhou.
"Chen Xiuzhan is right, my father told me the same thing."
Chen Ping smiled helplessly, and then asked Cheng Cheng what he wanted from him.
"The Imperial College will take exams for students these days. Didn't you give lectures in Qianzhou? Why don't you recommend yourself to go to the Imperial College and make a name for yourself?"
Imperial College?
Chen Ping refused almost without thinking. Most of the people in that place were the children of officials, and it was not appropriate for him to be in the limelight now, at least until the court pointed his finger at the Cheng family. After all, he might really be playing with fire and burning himself.
Cheng Cheng was a little disappointed when he heard this, and then explained: "If you have anything to do, just ask someone to come to the school and call me. We are senior brothers!"
"By the way, don't you want to study? Why do you come here to find me when you have time?"
"Isn't this all thanks to you? I just came to the Hanlin Academy to serve as a scholar for two days, and I was selected as a junior instructor. Otherwise, I would have no time to sneak out."
At this point, Li Cheng looked back and spoke faster: "No more, the editor will be back soon, I'll take the first step!"
Chen Ping watched Cheng Cheng move quickly and skilfully, and felt that this guy must have done this kind of thing a lot when he was at Jiangxia Academy.
Fortunately, I am a good boy who is diligent and studious. Wait, after slipping away like this, I can still pass the Jinshi. Could it be that Cheng Cheng's talent is higher than mine?
Chen Ping doubted life for a while. Is he really a genius?
The work in the Hanlin Academy is very leisurely, so much so that Chen Ping, a master fisherman, is a little uncomfortable with it, but it is good, because it allows him to do some of his own things, such as investigating the Cheng family.
Although Cheng Yuanjian extended an olive branch, he didn't know whether he had a back-up or someone monitoring him, or whether the Cheng family only knew a small part of the things in the organization. In short, Chen Ping had to do it himself.
Fortunately, he has never forgotten to collect intelligence over the years. Although the organization's confidentiality work is very strict, Chen Ping also has enough information.
At least, it’s enough to reveal the Cheng family’s background.
As for whether to fulfill his promise to Cheng Yuanjian, Chen Ping is still thinking about it. Even if the Cheng family is acting under orders, this hatred is not so easy to get rid of, and Cheng Yuanjian is still hiding it at this time, so he doesn't want to cooperate with him.
Show sincerity.
"Whether you live or die depends on your luck." Chen Ping murmured.
The capital is still in that secret mansion.
Several figures met again, and the atmosphere was much more subtle than before.
"Chen Ping's performance in this morning's court meeting was quite astonishing, and His Majesty even intervened."
"When did he get involved with His Majesty? Do you want to go against the trend? Stupid!"
"How can a boy who passed six yuan be a fool? I think Chen Ping joining His Majesty may be a big threat."
"Then, get rid of him?"
"Don't act rashly. There are a lot of strange things going on today. I'm afraid Chen Ping is not willing to be used as a gunman. Haha, let's just sit back and watch."
"By the way, has His Majesty already recovered? It shouldn't be..."
"Whether he is cured or has taken the medicine of tiger and wolf, he can't bear it anymore. In short, the chaos will be this year!"
"Is that so? That's fine, that's fine."
"Master Ding, can you communicate with the border troops at Beida camp? They want your military department..."
"This is a matter within my official duties, so I don't need you from the Ministry of Rites to get involved, right?"
"Master Ding still has such a bad temper, haha!"
After the discussion, several people said goodbye to each other. When several carriages left Yushu Garden in batches, a figure hidden in the restaurants around Yushu Garden quietly took all this into view.
......
Life in the capital is still very leisurely, especially for wealthy people.
Chen Ping is a rich man, but it's a pity that he now has a job to attend, and is much less free than before when he didn't have an official position.
Another morning when the rooster croaked, Chen Ping finished riding in the yard, washed his face, and prepared to leave for work.
When he came to the gate of Hanlin Academy, he suddenly found that there were few people here. He asked the clerk in front of the door and found out that he was not going to take a bath today.
"Fuck, it's a waste of time!"
But now that he has come out, there is no reason to go back. He has left the affairs of the Cheng family to Chen Tianrui, mainly to sort out the clues at hand, which is not difficult.
After riding the carriage around the streets for a long time, Chen Ping called Xie Zhiyuan and Cheng Cheng in turn to rush to the Su family garden for a party.
There is no way, the bureaucratic life in feudal society is so boring.
"Brother-in-law, brother-in-law, why are you here? Your house is blocked!"
After staying in the Su family garden for more than an hour, Su Lin suddenly barged in with a panic expression.
What? My house is blocked?
Chen Ping was shocked. Could it be a political opponent who did it?
Although he had only been an official for a few days, Chen Ping knew that he had offended many people, so he subconsciously thought of it.
"Straight bitch! Who dares to block the door of Liu Yuan and the number one scholar? Su Lin, take me there!"
Chen Ping's first thought was to run away, but Xie Zhiyuan was so angry that he called Cheng Cheng to go over and question him.
"No, it's not what you think, it's just a bunch of literati!"
"News has just arrived in the capital this morning that my brother-in-law is giving lectures in Qianzhou!"
"Those who blocked the door are scholars from Beiyue Academy and Xihua Academy in the capital!"
Hearing what Su Lin said, Chen Ping instantly became bolder. He thought it was these guys again!
"Tch! It's boring. Don't pay attention to them. Chen Pingzhong came here just like this when he was in the Yuan Dynasty. Su Lin, come here. Let me ask you, has Miss Ming come to see your sister these days?"
When Xie Zhiyuan heard that he was a scholar, he immediately lost interest. What was there to argue with those scholars who only talked but did not do anything?
If he was really anxious, he wouldn't dare to hit someone, for fear of doing something bad, so Xie Zhiyuan, with his hands and feet tied up, said that he would hit whoever liked it.
Su Lin broke free from Xie Zhiyuan's chokehold and approached Chen Ping.
"It's different. It's different from last time. This time the dean of Beiyue Academy is here too!"
In front of the mansion where Chen Pingxin moved not long ago, a group of at least several hundred scholars blocked the street. The leader was an old man with white hair and beard, who looked very prestigious.
There were already officers and soldiers from the Military and Horse Division waiting at the periphery, but in the face of this group of scholars, these rough guys did not dare to act rashly, so they could only watch.
"Master, this Chen Ping is too unruly. Master, even if you come to visit him personally, he won't even come out. He is truly a madman!"
"Hey, don't be rude. This person is of the sixth grade and is a talented person. I was deeply touched by the content of Qianzhou's lectures. Just wait for now. I believe Chen Hanlin is not a rude person."
Of course Chen Ping is not a rude person. He is riding a carriage home at a speed of 180 miles at the moment.
Damn it, I knew I wouldn’t be so popular in Qianzhou.
Now, people from Beiyue Academy and Xihua Academy are here!
At the end of July, let’s chat a few words.
Starting from next month, there will be no perfect attendance bonus, but it should be obvious that Lao Cheng is not working hard for perfect attendance, but still works very hard to write this story.
I originally planned to finish the book with more than 3 million words, but I kept running around without any recommendations, which really dampened my enthusiasm. I was really reluctant to part with my first novel, and some brothers continued to read it and supported it, but the miracle of saving lives with a million words was impossible.
happened.
Therefore, I will cut off the national-level plot at the back, but it will not be unfinished or eunuch. I will still write a complete story about the young man Chen Ping, so that it can be worthy of the brothers who spend money to read the book.
The book is expected to be about 1.2 million words long, and I would like to express my gratitude to you all!