At this time, Zhu Niang and the others had already known that Zhu Hao successfully passed the examination and got the head of the case. Seeing Zhu Hao come back, Zhu Niang smiled happily and took Zhu Hao to burn incense in front of the deceased husband's grave.
"Master Hao, you have really given our family credit. You are the chief prosecutor of the county and the provincial government. It is so glorious... Oh, by the way, your mother and I don't know very well. The chief prosecutor of the county can be admitted.
If you hold the position of a scholar, what can you get by being the chief executive of the government? Can you directly become the master of the examination?"
Aunt Li didn't know much about the imperial examination, so she looked at Zhu Hao eagerly and asked.
Zhu Hao smiled and replied: "No, being the first in the government examination is an honor, and you won't get anything."
When Aunt Li heard this, she was immediately discouraged: "Then...it doesn't matter whether it's the head of the case or not?"
Zhu Niang said: "No matter how you say it, it is an honor. Of course, the first rank is better than the ordinary ones, but don't be arrogant and complacent. I have asked, many judicial masters are not from the first rank. If Xiaohao can take the imperial examination in the future,
, even in the worst case, he can still be selected as an official, and he no longer has to rely on the military position left by his father to live off."
Now Zhu Niang has given up all her delusions step by step. She only thinks about her son's success in the imperial examinations and being a literary star with peace of mind. She no longer thinks about inheriting hundreds of families.
"Mom, is there no one from the Zhu family today? Do you want to send someone to notify us of such a big matter?" Zhu Hao asked.
Aunt Li pursed her lips and smiled: "I guess your grandmother will be furious when she hears the news."
Zhu Niang rolled her eyes at Aunt Li and said: "Xiao Hao, you are a member of the Zhu family. Even if... the Zhu family may feel sorry for you, scholars always pay attention to filial piety and etiquette. If you show contempt for the Zhu family in front of outsiders,
and disgust, then others will look down upon you."
Now Zhu Niang no longer teaches Zhu Hao to repay evil with kindness. She knows what the Zhu family does and only teaches her son to pretend in front of outsiders.
Zhu Hao thought to himself, this is a kind of progress.
Mom finally thought about it.
"Your fourth uncle came here in the morning and informed you about the case of the imperial examination. He also commented on your article and said that your writing was very good." Zhu Niang said.
Zhu Hao nodded: "I wonder what grandma thought when she heard the news? I think it may be true as my aunt said, grandma will be half angry to death, right?"
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Just as Zhu Hao said.
When Mr. Zhu Jia heard from his fourth son that his grandson had passed the civil service examination, he was so angry that his body was shaking and he could hardly stand still.
Zhu Wanjian on the side may have thought about helping him before, but after seeing the old and stronger side of my mother during the battle against bandits, he understood that this woman is a heroine who is not inferior to men, so he usually behaved like a heroine.
He looked like he was old and decrepit.
You can ride a horse into battle and kill the enemy, so why do you need me to help you?
Jiang Yonghe, the eldest daughter-in-law, who heard the news next to her, twirled Buddhist beads in her hand, first recited "Amitabha", and then said: "The Zhu family is going to produce another famous scholar. This is a good thing."
It was like ignoring the angry look of her mother-in-law and deliberately saying unpleasant things in front of the old lady.
But what puzzled others was that Zhu Jia didn't express much rejection of her daughter-in-law's words. She just said coldly: "I hope my two grandchildren can pass the high school student examination together."
The implication is that your son Zhu Yanling also passed the government examination. He has not passed the entrance examination for several years. Now that your cousin has passed the government examination at such a young age, shouldn't you be more careful?
If the two of them work together to take the exam as a student member, there is hope for the revitalization of the Zhu family!
Zhu Wanjian said: "Are you confused by your motherly spirit? Isn't that old man... waiting with peace of mind to inherit his father's position as Jinyi Qianhu?"
Zhu Jia's voice was cold: "The two generations above are still alive, when will it be his turn to inherit the position of Jinyi Qianhu?"
"Then... does mother want Xiao Haozi to be a scholar? If he passes the imperial examination earlier than the fourth child... I don't know whether mother should be happy or angry? This child is nominally a member of the Zhu family, but now the family is separated and separated.
, to put it bluntly, even if others think he is from the Zhu family, they will not think that he was trained by our Zhu family..."
What Zhu Wanjian said was very harsh, and the old lady felt even more uncomfortable after hearing it.
Zhu Wanquan said: "Second brother, I have read the articles written by Zhu Hao. His talent and knowledge are extraordinary. If he is to pass the examination before me in the future, he has a great chance of passing the examination."
"Shut up!"
Zhu Jiashi interrupted Zhu Wanquan angrily.
Zhu Wanquan could only bow his head honestly.
Zhu Jia said angrily: "As an uncle, you were enlightened more than ten years earlier than him. How dare you say such depressing words? From now on, you will study hard at home. If you fail in this provincial examination, you will be regarded as your mother."
How to deal with you!"
Perhaps her self-esteem was damaged and the old lady got angry.
Zhu Wanjian felt secretly happy, letting you grow up in front of my mother and destroying your own prestige. Now let you know how many eyes Lord Ma has... I am beyond reach of that boy Zhu Hao, but I must punish you, a boy who eats and drinks at home for free.
, still not easy to pick up?
"Ha ha ha ha……"
Zhu Wanjian was so happy that he actually laughed out loud.
"And you!"
Zhu Jiashi glared at her second son, "Let you stay in Anlu and wait for death. There has been no news from your eldest brother for more than a year. My mother will arrange for you to go to the capital to inquire about the news and make sure to find him.
"
"What?"
Zhu Wanjian became anxious upon hearing this.
Good guy, the boss has not returned for many years, and he was probably taken hostage by the Jin Yiwei again. You want me to go to the capital to look for him? If it doesn’t work out, I will go in too...
"Why, are you deaf?"
Zhu Jiashi looked at each other angrily.
Zhu Wanjian said quickly: "Mom, doesn't the business in our shop need someone to take care of it? Besides, if someone from the capital has bad intentions and detains me... you will lose two sons at once. You really
The patience?”
Zhu Wanquan looked at his strange second brother with pity. His eyes seemed to say, "The first day you met my mother? You don't know who she is? What's so strange about sacrificing you for the sake of her family's development plan? Third brother, don't you?"
Was he sacrificed like that?
Zhu Jiashi said: "Steward Liu, please arrange the manpower to take care of the second master's daily life along the way. Remember to find an outsider and not be hijacked by him. The expenses along the way will be borne by the person sent. Second Master, if you can't handle the errand this time,
I think Anlu, don’t come back, just stay outside and fend for yourself!”
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Xingwangfu.
Zhu Hao followed Tang Yin and Fan Yikuan to find Prince Xing that afternoon. As usual, he got the case from the palace examination and went to thank Prince Xing for his training.
In the study, Yuan Zonggao and Zhang Zuo were present, but Zhu San and Zhu Si were nowhere to be seen.
When Zhu Youqian heard that Zhu Hao won the first prize in the government examination, he said with a smile: "Zhu Hao is really a pillar of talent. He is the first in the county examination and the government examination. It will be no exception if he comes to the court examination. I will give him some advice in the future."
Zhu Hao quickly bowed and saluted.
Yuan Zonggao said: "Fan Xuezheng will go to another place in the middle of the year. He should not stay in the palace for too long. Before the new teaching arrangements are made, let Zhu Hao teach a few children occasionally. Maybe they can listen better."
"Ha ha."
Zhu Youtiao just smiled and looked at Zhu Hao with admiration in his eyes.
Fan Yikuan had no intention of staying in the palace for a long time. He was accustomed to the large class teaching of dozens or even hundreds of people in the Confucian School. The students were all talented people who had passed the college examination. He had a certain foundation in knowledge. He only needed a little guidance on weekdays. The effect of the enlightenment and the unparalleled sense of accomplishment made him feel a little uncomfortable spending all day guarding several children and teaching the basic Four Books, Five Classics and Commentaries.
But the palace would not treat the prince's former husband badly. It might be possible to help him arrange for him to serve as a Confucian evangelist in another state, or even arrange for him to be appointed as a county magistrate or county magistrate. It is not impossible.
Having the experience of gilding in Prince Xing's Mansion is very helpful for being an official in Huguang.
"In the future, Bohu cannot be the only one to teach the prince. The palace must find a replacement as soon as possible." Yuan Zonggao suggested again.
"Um."
Zhu Youtiao smiled and nodded.
Zhu Hao thought it over after hearing this. Due to his inability to control the financial power, Yuan Zonggao's status in the palace has plummeted. But one thing will definitely not be affected, and that is the education of the prince. Who makes him currently the only one in the palace? What about officials with Jinshi background?
Moreover, Yuan Zonggao's knowledge was there. Once the issue of his son's education was involved, the first thing Zhu Youqi consulted was Yuan Zonggao's opinion.
Maybe Yuan Zonggao wanted to weaken Tang Yin's influence on his son, and Fan Yikuan was not his. He could just use Fan Yikuan's departure to cultivate a teacher who would obey him. He could allow Fan Yikuan to resign without being anxious, which shows that he had already had it in his heart. I have chosen a candidate, but it is not convenient to say now.
As for Zhu Hao, I can temporarily help him for a few days...
Perhaps Yuan Zonggao and Zhu Youqi suggested that they find a substitute teacher to teach their children. Regardless of their level, the children just cope with the problem. It is far better to let Zhu Hao teach on the podium, which can attract the attention of several children. After all, Zhu Hao is not an official Mr. Zhu, the children will be curious about what Zhu Hao knows and what he can say... They will treat learning as a game, full of fun, and they will naturally listen carefully.
Zhu Hao had the ability to teach in the past, but now he is about to gain fame and be more qualified to teach. The classroom can be temporarily out of Tang Yin's control.
Yuan Zonggao thought to himself, it would be difficult to deal with Tang Yin, but wouldn't it be easy to control Zhu Hao?
Zhu Youqian looked at Tang Yin again: "Mr. Tang, I wanted to petition the court to promote you to the rank of assistant officer in the palace, or to ask you to serve as a local official in Huguang County. What are your thoughts?"
Zhu Youyi now treats Tang Yin with great courtesy.
This is also what Yuan Zonggao is worried about.
A battle to suppress bandits allowed Tang Yin to gain prestige and reputation in Prince Xing's palace. Even Prince Xing felt that Tang Yin was indispensable and tried every means to keep Tang Yin in the palace.
I am afraid that Tang Yin will not be given an official position but only a small salary, and sooner or later Tang Yin will resign.
So now I do not hesitate to announce to the world that Tang Yin is in my house, and use this to seek an official position for Tang Yin, and bind Tang Yin to the chariot of Prince Xing's house.
Tang Yin handed over his hand: "I accept your highness's kindness, but I'm used to it. I stayed in Anlu just to teach the prince... I really have some fate with the prince, and I can't bear to bury the good talent and beautiful jade. Besides, I try my best to build the prince's palace." Doing some trivial things to repay King Xing for his great favor, but as for being an official... I really have no intention of doing that."