There are only a few days left in February, the weather is getting warmer day by day, and the peach blossoms in Jiao Mansion's backyard are now in full bloom. Jiao Fang, who happened to be sleeping at home, didn't know where her interest came from because Xu Xun came to visit.
, simply invited people to enjoy the peach blossoms in the backyard, and even recited a few lines of poetry on a whim. Although it was just an ordinary game, Xu Xun was unambiguous. In a few sentences, he praised this poem as rare in the world.
There was nothing on the ground, which made Jiao Fang, who had always prided herself on her talent and learning but was not recognized by the officials, very happy.
Although she was very angry about her son's failure in the national examination, the examination is held once every three years. If you don't pass the examination now, you can take it again next time. Therefore, Jiao Fang returned angrily and put it aside after two days. On the contrary, it was the previous one.
Finally, Xu Xun was satisfied with coercion and inducement. Now he took out the tea that the emperor had rewarded last year without hesitation. Seeing Xu Xun admiring the tea, he smiled and said: "This year's spring tea should be available soon."
The picking has begun. When the tribute tea is handed out, I will invite you to taste tea again!"
"Gu Si is willing, but he dare not ask for his ear."
Xu Xun agreed with a smile, and after sipping the tea, he got back to the story. It was said that Zhu Houzhao left the palace incognito today. Even the crown prince came to him to make suggestions for the Queen's Qianqiu Festival birthday gift. Jiao Fang was well-informed in the first half.
He had just heard about it before, but he only heard about it later. Although his face didn't show much surprise, he was surprised and happy in his heart.
What surprised him was that the prince's trust in Xu Xun was extraordinary, but he was happy that such a person could manipulate him at will. So, he couldn't help joking: "Since His Highness the prince wants to surprise the queen, then the nephew shouldn't."
He revealed it to me, lest the surprise would have no effect later, and I can’t afford to suffer.”
"Shibo's words are serious. I had no idea before, but I happened to go shopping in the outer city, and an idea came to me..." Xu Xun talked about the topic lightly, then looked around and said, "By the way,
,How is brother Jiao Shi doing now?"
When someone mentioned her son, Jiao Fang's expression turned gloomy for a moment, but then she forced a smile and said: "He failed in the general examination and he didn't have the shame to come out to see anyone. He was probably studying hard in the study.
I was awarded Jinshi in the eighth year of Tianshun's 30th year, but now he is nearly 40 years old and still studying hard. He has already completed several subjects, alas!"
Moreover, among the Jinshi who were in the same class as Tianshun Jiashen, Li Dongyang ranked second, Liu Daxia was the Minister of the Ministry of War, Min Gui was the Minister of the Ministry of Punishments, Dai Shan was the Yushi of Zuodu, and the late Minister of Rites Fu Di, in comparison, he had already
You are falling behind others!
"It is true that you are high-spirited when you are young, but those who are late in the imperial examination may not be able to be in front of others in the future. Jiao Shibo does not need to worry too much. It is inevitable that a young phoenix will be better than an old phoenix."
Jiao Fang felt much better after being drunk by Xu Xun's soup. Just as he was nodding his head, he suddenly saw a figure moving at the door behind him, and he couldn't help shouting in a deep voice: "Who is poking his head outside? Get out!"
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As soon as he finished speaking, a boy hurriedly came out and kowtowed: "Sir, the eldest young master came back with a Di Juren and said he came to our house to enjoy the flowers."
Just when Jiao Fang said that his son was studying hard in the study, the boy here reported that Jiao Huangzhong had actually gone out and brought someone home to enjoy the flowers, which made him look embarrassed in front of Xu Xun. His face was so gloomy for a moment.
How gloomy. He glanced sideways at Xu Xun and saw that he was sipping tea with his head down as if he didn't notice at all. He shouted in a deep voice: "Go quickly and call them over!"
The boy didn't dare to disobey, so he got up and rushed out in a hurry. Not long after, he led two people in, one after the other. When the young boy peeked in, he was already outside. When he heard that his father
He just called himself in, and he thought something had happened. When he came in, he bowed his hands and saluted. When he saw Jiao Fang staring at him dissatisfied, he opened his mouth and said almost as soon as he thought: "Dad, my son is unjust, please listen to me."
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"Explain what!" Jiao Fang couldn't wait to open his mouth when he saw his son coming in. He couldn't help but become even more unhappy. Without saying a word, he interrupted Jiao Huangzhong's words and scolded him, "If you fail the general examination, you should reflect on yourself. This is such indulgence.
What's going on? If you don't study hard at home, you just waste your time on useless things. This is your future? "
Xu Xun watched coldly, seeing that every time Jiao Fang said something, Jiao Huangzhong's face became uglier, but his eyes kept glancing at himself, and he couldn't help but believe more and more that the previous incident was the result of Jiao Huangzhong's instigation, but he still pretended to be concerned and advised.
Said: "Shibo, please don't criticize Shixiong too harshly. It is common to feel bad after failing the exam, not to mention that it is only a small life for a while..."
Jiao Fang's first words were enough to mislead Jiao Huangzhong. Now Xu Xun deliberately made it more vague. Sure enough, before he finished speaking, he saw Jiao Huangzhong suddenly raise his head and shouted at him with a face filled with resentment.
: "Xu Xun, didn't you come to my father today to complain against me? There is no need for you to pretend to be a good person!"
At this moment, Di Luo had gradually sensed that something was wrong. However, Zhuo Huangzhong was drinking first. He was unable to stop him and had to quickly remedy the situation: "Brother Jiao, Mr. Xu is a guest. How can you lose your master?"
Etiquette?"
Unexpectedly, his son, who had always been gentle and polite in front of others, suddenly lost his temper like this. Jiao Fang even turned green with anger, and she pressed the armrest of the chair and couldn't stand up. Xu Xun's scene today had already hit the mark.
, he stood up and said to Jiao Fang sincerely: "Uncle Shi, it seems that Brother Shi has some prejudice against me. In this case, I will take my leave today."
Jiao Fang knew that Xu Xun rarely had free time these days, so he originally intended to keep more people inquiring about Zhu Houzhao, but his son's rude attack ruined all his plans. For a while, he had to hold his anger in his stomach temporarily.
, Qiang smiled to himself and nodded, then looked at Di Luo behind Zhu Huangzhong and said, "I have a few more things to ask my son today, so I can only feel sorry for you and go back first."
"Since Mr. Lao has something to do, Wan Sheng will come again to disturb you next time!"
Although he really wanted to stay and find out what was going on, Di Luo intuitively felt that something was wrong today. After thinking about it, he decided to leave for the time being. He immediately raised his hands and bowed his head and chased Xu Xun.
It wasn't until the two guests left for a while that the young boy in front also saw the opportunity and ran away. At that moment, Jiao Fang could no longer suppress the anger in her heart. She slapped the armrest heavily and shouted: "Nie Zhan, what nonsense were you talking about just now!"
"Dad, do you believe that outsiders don't believe me? It really wasn't me. How could I be so narrow-minded..."
Jiao Fang originally thought that her son was angry outside and couldn't hold it back for a moment before taking it out on Xu Xun, but when he heard these words, his heart skipped a beat and he wanted to interrupt Jiao Huangzhong, but after thinking about it,
Again, he resisted the shock and snorted coldly: "If you hadn't done it, why are you so nervous?"
"Dad, I really didn't do it!" On the Jiaohuang Middle Road, they had already discussed it with Di Luo and decided to put the matter aside. Naturally, he said immediately and smoothly, "That Xu Zhenqing brought it all on himself. They were fighting on the road.
What did he happen to be doing next to the fight? Isn't this a dog asking for a beating? Now that he hurts his arm and he is just pointing fingers at people, isn't this a dog that bites people indiscriminately?"
"You...what did you say..."
Jiao Fang was so angry that she was shaking. She pressed the tea cup on the small round table tightly with one hand and suddenly smashed it out. Due to the sudden lack of strength, the tea cup fell to the ground before hitting Jiao Huangzhong, only splashing.
His whole body was covered in water. Even so, he was still angry. He pointed at someone and cursed: "You idiot! Xu Xun came here just to tell your father and me that the prince came to look for him today.
At the end of the day, you only said that you would fail the exam and comforted your father a few words, but you came to your door and said this yourself!"
Seeing the burnt yellow face suddenly stunned, Jiao Fang couldn't help but lean back on the chair, and after a long time she said tiredly: "Who knows about this?"
"Dad, I'm so sorry..." Jiao Huangzhong gritted his teeth and wanted to deny it again, but when he came into contact with Jiao Fang's cold gaze, he had to lower his head and muttered, "It's my book boy An Zhu, and
Dilo..."
"Idiot, really idiot, you dare to let outsiders know about this kind of thing! You... you make me angry!"
Seeing that Jiao Fang was so angry that she fell down, Jiao Huangzhong panicked, and quickly went up to pat his back and chest to help calm him down. Finally, he knelt down in front of Jiao Fang and said, "Dad, it's just a child who was confused for a moment, just because Xu Zhenqing insulted me."
It’s too deep, and you criticize my character Jiachen”
"Needless to say!" Jiao Fang is a experienced person after all, and she has made a decision in a split second, "Your book boy An Zhu will be sent away by Li An immediately.
As for that Di Luo, send someone to chase him back quickly!"
Jiao Huangzhong nodded hurriedly, and then said nonchalantly: "Then Xu Xun..."
Jiao Fang felt extremely angry. She glared at Jiao Huangzhong and scolded fiercely, "You are still thinking about him! Do I want to tell him that you were the one who ordered the incredible case on Qianmen Street today?"
Yes, ask him to let you go?"
Even so, Jiao Huangzhong said that he was actually insulted by a mere Jinshi. Jiao Fang was still furious, and then sternly ordered: "From now on, you will completely forget the three words Xu Zhenqing."
Jing, just pretend you don’t know this person, let alone all those messy conflicts!”
If Xu Xun's meddling in this matter is just a coincidence, how much can a mere Xu Zhenqing do to the Jiao family? With a little trick, he can make Xu Zhenqing, a southern barbarian, unable to get up for the rest of his life! Xu Xun has an ulterior motive for meddling in this matter.
He also had to kill the chickens to scare the monkeys, and let that kid see the consequences of going against his Jiao family! The Dongchang still couldn't find out the reason for what happened before that group of people gambled in front of the Gongyuan, but he didn't believe that Xu Zhenqing still took advantage of it.
Don’t come down!
Xu Xun and Di Luo just walked out of the gate of Jiao Mansion, and someone chased them out from behind. They politely invited the latter back. Seeing this scene, Xu Xun frowned thoughtfully, and he suddenly realized that this was following him.
The middle-aged scribe who came here to admire the flowers in the scorched yellow sky must be one of the people who knew about it.
It seems that when he started with Jiaohuang, he really hit the old guy Jiao Fang's weakness. Although he won't take it now