Although in his previous life, he often had the habit of staying up all night and then sleeping all day long, Xu Xun has never thought of you since he was a human for two lives. Even now that he is in Jiangnan, he does not need to go to Xiyuan to supervise military training, and he does not need to After preparing for the Wenhua Hall, he went forward to discuss with the young emperor Zhu Houzhao. He didn't need to deal with all the day-and-night fighting, but he still got up at midnight.
Early that morning, he opened his eyes almost on time, and saw Shen Yue sleeping soundly beside him, with a few strands of hair scattered on his shoulders, and the traces of redness from last night on his graceful neck. He couldn't help but smile slightly at the traces of waves, and then got out of bed lightly. However, he had just put on his shoes, and before he could stand up, a lazy voice came from behind.
"Are you going out so early again?"
Turning to look at Shen Yue who was looking at him sleepily, Xu Xun smiled and stretched out his hand to rub the smooth cheek, and said dotingly: "Well, I'll go to Eunuch Fu's place. You can sleep a little longer, anyway." If others know that I am not at home, they will not come to disturb you and daddy. After this period of time passes, I will be free to go boating on Lake Monu with you."
"Looking at what you said, am I just thinking about you?" Shen Yue rubbed her eyes and then half sat up with her arms propped up. When she saw Xu Xun's eyes naturally moving down her face, she woke up. Feeling the state of her body, she deliberately wanted to cover it up, but the next moment she simply straightened her body and let him see it, and hummed softly, "When you arrived in Nanjing, you were actually busier than you were in the capital!"
Although he knew that his wife was trying to seduce him, Xu Xun was so obsessed with this infinitely beautiful scenery that he couldn't hold it back for a long time. He could only say helplessly: "Who Your husband, I am a hard worker! Why are the bosses in the capital unwilling to let me go, and something will happen all the time! Well, I'm leaving, maybe I can come back early today."
Unexpectedly, Xu Xun gave the little girl a farewell kiss. Xu Xun immediately turned around and stood up. He grabbed a robe on the shelf and left the room without looking back. Seeing the door curtain fall, Shen Yue immediately lay down heavily. He came down and mumbled angrily: "Damn it, who said no one would bother me and dad? I didn't tell you that Mrs. Wei is coming as a guest today, so she has to do her best not to be seen. What a joke!"
Naturally, Xu Xun didn't know about the little girl's mutterings. Even if he knew that Wei Guo's wife was coming, he would still give her up to Fu Rong. After all, Dai Yi, the eunuch Bingbi, the chief of etiquette, was comparable to Xu Chu, the Duke of Wei who was the garrison in Nanjing. It's much more important. Today, he is no longer the little man in Jinling in the past. Some expressions no longer need to be seen, and some thoughts no longer need to be figured out.
After freshening up and changing clothes, they had a casual breakfast together. Xu Xun went to see Xu Liang again, and then he took a few followers to ride the horse out. When they arrived at the Fu Mansion on Changfu Street, the concierge had already come forward to welcome him with the horse. As he walked along, he said diligently: "Uncle, it's just the right time for you to come today. My eldest young master came back from a break at the Imperial Academy last night. Now I'm taking him to see Eunuch Dai."
It was precisely because of rescuing Fu Heng'an that the subsequent series of events took place. Therefore, Xu Xun was naturally deeply impressed by Mr. Fu, who was somewhat pedantic at the time. What was even more impressive was when he sneaked into the Imperial College and wanted to take people away. , Fu Heng'an actually put the knife on his neck. After smiling, when he entered the second door, the middle-aged mother who was interested in asking about Fu Heng'an's situation.
"The eldest young master just got married last year. He is the one that the master has chosen. He is the eldest daughter of Mr. Xun, the commander of the Nanjing Jinwu rear guard. The eldest grandma is the most virtuous and filial woman. Both the master and his wife love her very much." But the middle-aged mother is a talker. Because the people who usually guide Xu Xun are the little flamers around Fu Rong, and her turn is not hers, she can't help but show off again at this moment, "Sister Xiaonuo has also made an appointment to get married. She is the Nanjing Yulin avant-garde commander Jin The second son of the family will get married in July. He has been doing embroidery work at home these days..."...
Thinking of the once flamboyant girl in red, and thinking of the rumored Fu Rong who wanted to recruit him as his son-in-law, Xu Xun couldn't help but smile, feeling that these old things seemed as far away as a lifetime ago. As he walked, he heard a burst of The long and clear sound of the piano made me stop and listen for a moment. The middle-aged mother was leading the way while talking. After a while, she realized that something was wrong. When she turned around, she saw that Xu Xun had stayed where he was, and she complained secretly. Then he hurried back in a hurry.
Although Xu Xun had no knowledge of music, chess, calligraphy and painting, Xu Xun heard the unusual charm of the unfamiliar music. Therefore, seeing the middle-aged mother turn around to speak, he waved his hand to stop her. It wasn't until the song ended that she gestured back to continue walking. The mother was already prepared for how to answer Xu Xun when he asked her, but it was obvious that the person never mentioned this, so she couldn't help it, and immediately said with a smile: "Uncle, would you like to know who is this person playing the piano?"
"Is it Eunuch Dai, the Supervisor of Ceremonies?" Xu Xun said casually. Seeing the mother's surprise, he smiled nonchalantly and said, "I heard about it in the capital. Among the internal ministers, the Supervisor of Ceremonies, Eunuch Dai is the best at playing the piano, and even Eunuch Xiao is not as good as him. I am lucky enough to listen to this piece today, but my trip was not in vain."
While he was talking, another voiceless sound came. This time, Xu Xun did not stop to listen. Instead, he listened carefully as he walked. This time, he finally vaguely recognized that it was the plum blossom that he had heard in music class before. It is commonly known as the Third Lane of Plum Blossoms. When he arrived at a moon gate, he saw the mother standing with her hands tied. It was obvious that she could not go in anymore, so he slowly walked in with his hands behind his back, bypassed a cluster of flowers, and saw the grass pavilion over there. Dai Yi was concentrating on playing the piano, with Fu Rong sitting next to him. Next to Fu Rong stood a man and a woman, who were clearly Fu Hengan and Fu Jin.
Xu Xun did not disturb him rashly. It was not until Dai Yi finished another song that he moved forward happily. Seeing that Fu Rong had seen him, he said aloud: "Eunuch Dai is indeed worthy of his reputation. This song is Even to my ignorant ears, the lingering sound is extraordinary."
Dai Yi was most proud of his piano art, which was produced by Xu Menzhengzhuan. When Xu Xun praised him, he stood up and washed his hands in a copper basin held by a boy beside him. After wiping them clean, he said with a smile: "It was all back then." Thanks to the grace of the Yingmiao, I was able to learn this handicraft skill. I thought that if I really couldn’t stay in the palace anymore, I could make a living as a violinist outside.”
"Eunuch Dai still has a unique skill, what can we do if we don't have any?" Fu Rong agreed with a smile, and then said to the pair of children beside him, Chuan Heng'an, you didn't come back from your last break, I’ve never seen you repay kindness like this before. Jin’er, go and salute too!”
Fu Pian'an only admired Xu Xun in the past, but now that Xu Xun has returned from the capital, he is already an earl who has made military exploits. He admires him even more, and now he is upright and respectful when saluting. Respectfully, Xu Xun quickly helped him up.
But Fu Jin was reluctant to bend her knees. When Xu Xun nodded, she immediately straightened up, held the handkerchief and returned to her father's side, lowering her eyelids.
At this time, Dai Yi asked curiously: "Song'an, what did you just say about the life-saving benefactor's return?"
Before Fu Rong could answer, Xu Xun rushed to say, "Even if it's some trivial matters, only Eunuch Fu always keeps them in mind."
"Uncle Pingbei is trying to save face for Heng'an... Sigh, it's embarrassing to talk about it."
Fu Rong glanced sideways at Fu Hengan, hesitating to reveal the past. However, when he hesitated, Fu Hengan suddenly opened the door. It turned out that one, five and ten pairs of Dai Yi calmly revealed the most embarrassing part of the past. After speaking out. Seeing his son's frank look, Fu Rong secretly sighed that he had taught this idiot to be a gentleman, but he felt a little proud in his heart...
For Dai Yi, it was only then that he understood why Fu Rong spared no effort to recommend Xu Xun to Xiao Jing.
Think about it, although this Buzi is cunning and difficult to deal with, he has always been good to his own people] - The officers in the avant-garde of the government were promoted one by one very quickly: Yang Yiqing repaid the favor of the reinforcements with the trilateral system; Zhang Juntuo used his heart and soul , he plotted a crime and meritorious service for Qingqiao Qiaoqiao; Fu Rong and Zheng Qiang had recommended him back then, so he invited him to write a plaque with an imperial pen; even the eunuchs in the East Palace had more or less received many benefits from Xu Xun... not to mention Not only did Xu Xun find the best future for his brother-in-law, Wang Shikun, but he also registered someone in front of the imperial court, and also granted the title of Xunwei to Xu Tianci, the youngest son of Xu Min.
It is better to be friends than to be enemies!
Thinking this in his heart, Dai Yi naturally didn't say it out loud. He just praised Xu Xun for being brave and so on, and then he excused himself to take a break and left. As soon as he left, Fu Rong coughed dryly and let his son and daughter leave. After retreating, Fu Jin whispered softly: "Eunuch Dai agreed to teach me the piano with great difficulty. Now that he is leaving, he must be unhappy to see the idle people."
"Give me room to live in.!"
Unexpectedly, Fu Rong was so angry that his daughter was so ignorant. He immediately scolded her with a low face: "Your husband is a son of a military family. He knows nothing about chess, calligraphy and painting. And with your little skill in playing the piano, you can't do it." If you are not qualified, let Eunuch Dai give you advice! Go back to your room and do your embroidery, and stay away from home! - -
Fu Jin was so reprimanded by these words that tears welled up in his eyes. Suddenly he turned around and ran away like a whirlwind. Fu Heng'an couldn't help showing a worried expression. After saluting, he hurriedly chased her. Seeing that both his children were gone, Fu Rongcai He sighed and said: "I have spoiled this girl so much that she doesn't even know how to do it! Fortunately, I didn't marry her as the eldest daughter-in-law, otherwise it would be really embarrassing... - -
Seeing that Xu Xun didn't feel dissatisfied, Fu Rong couldn't help but sigh in his heart - the strong-willed melon is not sweet. Fortunately, he had never thought of binding Xu Xun with marriage. Otherwise, he would not have decided to marry his daughter based on her temperament. Please be happy with someone as exquisite and clear as Xu Xun!
However, since Xu Xun didn't care about Fu Jin's rudeness, he didn't bother with this issue anymore. After a while, he changed the topic and said: "Last night, Eunuch Dai and I were talking about everything.
There is some friendship in the inner study hall, but it has brought us closer, but it is difficult to say too explicit words, but he still showed some meaning. In this palace, the waves from the Yangtze River have always been pushed by the waves ahead, and a new generation replaces the old one. If one day he
He really has no energy left, so he wants to live in Nanjing for retirement."
"It seems that Eunuch Dai's heart grows old before he grows old." Xu Xun can understand Dai Yi's plan to spend his whole life fighting in a high position and want to enjoy some peace and happiness when he gets old. After all, such a man on the cusp of the storm
It had only been two years, and it gave him a headache, not to mention Dai Yi's age. So, he only pondered for a moment and nodded, "I can promise him this. As long as this period of time passes, Dai Yi will
My father-in-law wants to go to Nanjing to serve as a garrison eunuch, and I will do my best to facilitate it."
Although Xu Xun is still not on a stable footing, he seemed confident when he said these words. Fu Rong didn't even have time to think about whether this guarantee could not be realized, and actually nodded: "With you,
I promise, I can be more energetic with Eunuch Dai. After all, he will be leaving the day after tomorrow. But for you, I had people choose these good days for you, but you finally chose for your late mother.
The spirit transfer day is actually in August. Isn’t it too late? You have been away from the capital for such a long time. If someone leads the emperor to become obsessed with other gadgets or other people, it might be difficult for you to get back to the capital again."
"Eunuch Fu is right to worry, but even if I don't push back this schedule, won't others delay my trip? I'm not boasting. Within three or two days, there will probably be another edict or document in the capital.
Come down, no matter what, it will take at least a month or two to delay me. They put in so much effort to get me out this time, how could they just give up like this?”….
"You mean..." Fu Rong's expression suddenly became extremely strange. Yue Mo guessed Xu Xun's purpose of going to Jiangnan this time, and his expression changed for a moment, "You are playing with fire!"
"I also know that those who play with fire will burn themselves, but instead of cutting flesh with a dull knife, it is better to start a prairie fire and end everything." At this point, seeing that Fu Rong had already grasped the armrest tightly with one hand, Xu Xun said calmly, "
Of course, the reason why I followed their wishes and came down to the south of the Yangtze River was because Jinling was the foundation of my career. Except for a few people in the capital, the only people who were willing to be friends with me were those in the palace, but in the
Jinling, I have a good reputation. If I come back and work hard this time, I can easily get several times more support than in the capital. In this case, if I stay here for a while, it will be far better than fighting with people in the capital.
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"Since you have thought of everything, I have nothing to remind you." Fu Rong took a long breath and said word by word, "Neither Chen Lu nor I need to say anything. If there is anything you can do, just say it.
But you, Lin Han and the others are not so easy to control, and if you push everyone to recommend him as the Minister of the Ministry of Personnel, I am afraid that this matter will be difficult to achieve."
"It doesn't matter if he doesn't succeed. Even if he doesn't succeed, this is something that only happened after I arrived in Nanjing. For the bosses in the DPRK, they will definitely regard him as having something to do with me. Needless to say, they will put pressure on him and be on guard."
Because of this incident, Mr. Lin felt even more unfair that the elders in the court were acting unfairly. It was only natural that their disciples would make choices under the influence of their old ways. So, this is a conspiracy, it depends on
How do the bosses in the capital accept this move?"
Fu Rong knew that Ma Wensheng was impeached and asked to leave because of an emergency. In the face of such an emergency, Xu Xun was able to take such an all-round response in a hurry. Apart from being pleased, he was also indescribably surprised. However, Hearing Xu Xun's words at this moment, he squinted his eyes and sighed secretly. If Xu Xun hadn't wasted too much time in the past, otherwise he would have taken the imperial examination and returned to the imperial examination, he would not be like the Prime Minister, so he smiled. Said: "Okay, okay! Then we will wait for the good news from the capital!"
The "good news" from the capital did not keep Xu Xun waiting for too long. Dai Yi tacitly reached an exchange condition with him and left. Only two or three days later, Xu Xun received an urgent report from the West Factory eight hundred miles away, saying that it was Nanjing. The eunuch who went to Xinheguan and Beixinguan in Hangzhou was corrupt. The little emperor was furious and asked him to investigate immediately. This reflected Zhu Houzhao's instructions before leaving the capital. However, Naxichang Fanzi who reported the news also brought Gu Da In a handwritten letter, the eunuch who seemed to have a rough handwriting reminded him that after the young emperor ascended the throne, at least two-thirds of the eunuchs in Chaoguan changed, and more than half of them followed Liu Jin's path. .
At this time, Xu Xun naturally understood in his heart, and he rewarded the Xichang Fanzi generously and let him go back. However, he seemed to have nothing to do with it, and did not go to Xinheguan at all, let alone Beixinguan in Hangzhou. A few days later, Jin Yiwei hurriedly sent another urgent letter. As soon as he opened the letter, Xu Xun couldn't help but stand up, with a bit of surprise and complexity on his brows.
That guy Jiao Fang finally got what he wanted and ascended to the throne of Minister of Civil Affairs!
Although this news was somewhat expected at first, Xu Xun couldn't help but feel a little frustrated when it was actually confirmed. However, the letter said that Liu Daxia did not get the position of Minister of the Ministry of Personnel, so he fell out with Jiao Fang, even though Jiao Fang He asked Li Dongyang to make peace with him, but Liu Daxia still ignored him. In the end, he wrote angrily and asked to be appointed to the official position. He couldn't help but be a little surprised. Only when he saw the last clip of Li Yifeng's annotations did he wake up.
In the past, Emperor Hongzhi rarely met with his cabinet ministers in the last few years of his reign. Even Liu Jianjian, the chief minister, rarely saw his face. However, Liu Daxia, the minister of the Ministry of War, met him several times, and the ministers and ministers even asked him about the emperor's plans. He Yu thus planted the seeds of suspicion. So this time, the Minister of Civil Affairs recommended three people, Liu Daxia, Jiao Fang, Lin Han, and Zhu Houzhao casually circled Jiao Fang, which naturally caused Liu Daxia to lose face. Although Liu Jian and Xie Qian disdained Jiao Fang as a person, , but they didn’t like Liu Daxia, who stole the limelight in the past, and they were even more afraid of Lin Han from Nanjing, so even though they chose Jiao Fang in the end, they could only hold their noses and admit it...
"Although Lin Han failed to fill the post of Minister of the Ministry of Personnel, the Minister of the Ministry of Punishment was vacant. Moreover, Dai Shan, the censor of the left capital of the Metropolitan Procuratorate, passed away, and Yang Yiqing, the censor of the right capital, took over the three sides. In addition, Liu Daxia, the minister of the Ministry of War, asked to leave. Now three positions of Qingqing are actually vacant. If Yang Yiqing is willing to come back, that would be the most ideal person for Minister of War... Now we can only fight for the other two first..."
Although Xu Xun received the detailed information, he did not rush to discuss it with others. It was not until the formal decree arrived in Nanjing, which caused an uproar in the Nanjing palace, that he went to visit Zhang Bin again, but it was He made an appointment to meet with Lin Han and Zhang Fuhua. When the three elders and one young boy went boating on Mochou Lake again, Xu Xun's mention of Liu Daxia's appointment as official made the three elders shocked and furious.
"Although Liu Hui Huarong has an unpleasant temperament, Zhong Xian is much better than the unlearned and unskilled people like Jiao Fang. The three court elders are too unfair!" Zhang Bin, who has always been impulsive, blurted out a rebuke. , and then he said heartbrokenly, "First Dai Gong, the censor of Zuodu, passed away, then Ma Sanfeng asked to retreat, and now Liu Hui Huarong is added to it. This is simply... the righteousness in the court has been completely wiped out! If there is no one left at this time, Stand up, I'm afraid the dark clouds will obscure the sun in the court hall!"
"I was satisfied to be included in the list recommended by the court, but I didn't expect that things would take a turn for the worse. Even Liu Huihua Rong asked for it." Lin Han did not doubt that Xu Xun's information was inaccurate. He took a sip of tea and said with a sad smile, "It's a pity that in Nanjing, it's really difficult to have a voice that reaches the sky, like climbing a dog..."