Yang Hao didn't expect that Miss Miaomiao invited him in to write lyrics and play the role of Liu Sanbian. Speaking of which, he could only remember the most wonderful works by Liu Yong, Qin Guan, Su Dongpo and others.
It's okay to use a few poems to bluff people, but after all, this is not a long-term solution, and it won't take long for you to be defeated.
Besides, he is hiding his power now, wishing that the officials would forget about him thousands of miles away. Even if he only writes a beautiful poem, all his previous efforts will be in vain. How can he smile for a beauty?
Not caring about his life, he resigned immediately and hurried back to his house.
Continue eastward along the Bianhe River, exit Zhuque Gate, cross Longjin Bridge, turn right again, and arrive at the house he bought on Quyuan Street. As soon as you enter the backyard, you will see a small pond with a shining lake.
There is an exquisite pavilion in the middle, and there are green weeping willows beside the pool. It is surrounded by curved bridges, pavilions and pavilions, all of which are hidden among the trees. The cornices and brackets, the flowered walls and the leaky windows only peek out from the green shade, making it look very elegant.
Yang Hao's house now employs several servants, maids and cooks, plus Mu Yu and other nine guards and Mu Yike, it seems that it is a very prosperous family. As soon as Yang Hao arrived in the backyard, Mu Yike
After hearing the news, he rushed over and reported hurriedly: "Master, Xiaoyu said that he was sent by the master to go to Wapoji to purchase bamboo and wood, and took all the remaining wealth in the family and the Cheng Yi gifted by Miss Tang."
Yang Hao was stunned, then smiled bitterly and said: "This kid, I told him not to move..., that's all, it's nothing, I sent him there, sir. Make a pot of tea quickly, I'm very thirsty today."
These days, I bought a house, hired workers to repair it, and hired domestic servants. I have been quiet for the past two days. I don’t feel anything wrong when I am busy, but once I am free, I have more things to worry about. Yang Hao sipped the fragrant tea and looked around the flower hall, and he couldn’t help but feel a sense of loss.
Feeling. This feeling was something he had not expected.
When he was a humble clerk, when he was running around in Luling Prefecture like a dead dog, he had always longed for such a day. Now he has really achieved his goal and can receive a salary on time every month.
With a generous salary, he had nothing to do. He had a house and land at home, a small building and a flower pavilion. He had a pretty and cute girl like Mu Yike to greet him, and Mu Yu and other loyal family members waited until he married Yanyan.
, his ideal is fully realized.
But when all this was achieved, he felt a deep sense of loss. He gradually felt that such a life was too boring. Perhaps resting in such an environment for a while would be ideal, but day after day, year after year,
Years, if this goes on for a long time, he can't imagine how boring those days will be.
In addition to material needs, people also need spiritual satisfaction. He has always thought that he does not yearn for power, but suddenly the original environment has changed to what he is now, and he still cannot adjust his mentality. He just
How old are you? If you continue to live like this, is it time for you to live longer?
However, this special experience allowed him to go from being a humble person to living a life of being superior to others. It also brought him uncertain dangers. How could he dare to do anything else? Perhaps, he would be content with this.
After a few years of being self-reliant, the court will gradually forget about him. By then, if he is really bored, he can go into business. Yanyan is already familiar with all this, and the court has never been too considerate of civil and military officials doing business...
..., probably, this is my future.
"The official family must have forgotten me, right?"
Yang Hao thought and sighed...
In the Jiying Hall, several ministers of the emperor were discussing how to strengthen the capital's fire prevention. Houses burned frequently in Bianliang City. With the increase in population and the density of buildings, the damage from fires became more and more severe, and hundreds of houses were burned at every turn.
Thousands of civilian houses, even the residences of princes and ministers, and the palaces in the imperial palace were not immune. It had reached the point where the emperor had to pay attention to it and seriously discuss it with his ministers in the court.
Prime Minister Zhao Pu, Deputy Prime Minister Lu Yuqing, Xue Juzheng, Kaifeng Yin Zhao Guangyi, Prime Minister Chu Zhaofu, Deputy Prime Minister Luo Gongming and others expressed their opinions. The method they said was generally to order the people to strengthen the management of fire and candles, and to call for help from neighbors as soon as water broke out.
This kind of traditional method is a commonly used method in the countryside, but in Bianliang City, the effect is really limited.
Zhao Kuangyin saw that they could not come up with any original insights, so he said: "I walked to the forbidden army camp in the west of the city today and saw the fire in Liangmen. The fire was really not small. In an instant, hundreds of people's houses were reduced to ashes, and countless people's life savings were reduced to ashes."
Wu You, howling in the streets, looked miserable, and I felt sad when I saw it.
At that time, Hezhou was on the defensive, and Yang Hao, who was formerly the magistrate of Luzhou, participated in putting out the fire. I heard what he said was quite insightful. Today, I summoned all the ministers to brainstorm. Since they can't come up with any good ideas, I want to issue an edict.
, promoted Yang Hao to be in charge of fire prevention matters in the capital, what do you think?"
Luo Gongming's eyebrows moved slightly after hearing this. He was in the center, so he naturally knew that the imperial court was suspicious of Yang Hao. Now that the government intends to use him, it is not clear whether it is a disaster or a blessing for Yang Hao. For safety reasons, Yang Hao should not show his face now.
That's good. Yang Hao is the best friend of his beloved youngest son, Ke En, and he is very well-behaved. I might as well say a word for him.
Thinking in his heart, Luo Gongming took a step forward, bowed and said without leaving any trace: "Officials and ministers think that it is easier to know than to do. When a fire breaks out, a few casual comments may sound insightful, but they may not be embarrassing.
One use
. Officials love talents, but it is not convenient to support them suddenly. If the officials feel that Yang Hao has unique insights, they can ask him to write a "fire prevention guide". If he can be organized and reduce the damage of fire, then he can
It’s not too late to promote him.”
Zhao Guangyi was aloof and always looked above his head. As a result, little Yang Hao made him stumble. He never had a good impression of this Yang Hao. Although with his status, he would not have any sympathy for Yang Hao, a low-ranking official who had lost his position.
He clung to him with a grudge, and even if he had the chance, he would not say anything beneficial to him.
Luo Gongming's words were in line with his wishes, and Zhao Guangyi immediately said: "What Mr. Luo said is reasonable. In the official family, ministers are responsible for Kaifeng Mansion, and fire prevention and disaster relief are the affairs of ministers. Nowadays, fires are happening frequently, disturbing the officials.
At home, I have not fulfilled my duty, and I am really frightened. I will strengthen the management of Huo Zhu in the future to ensure that
Reduce the occurrence of fires. As for Yang Hao, he has no ideas, great ambitions and talents, but he is just a little clever. He is embarrassed by such an important task. The selection of officials is the most important thing for the imperial court. I have never seen how Yang Hao is good at fire prevention and disaster relief.
It seems inappropriate to entrust him with important responsibilities because of his few words. Officials should think again."
Zhao Kuangyin looked at Chu Zhaofu again and asked, "What do Chu Qing think?"
Chu Zhaofu, courtesy name Gongchen, was born in Song Dynasty. He was a minister who had the merit of serving the dragon. He was originally a military general and initially served as the armory envoy. Because he was good at arithmetic, he was among the distinguished ministers and ministers in the early Song Dynasty.
He was considered a very educated person, so he became the Third Secretary, which is the Prime Minister in charge of finance and taxation.
This person is diligent and frugal in his work. He has never dared to do anything for his own benefit. He is just stingy and stingy. He can be regarded as an honest official. However, he was originally a military commander and his ability to manage wealth is quite weak. Usually, Deputy Prime Minister Luo Gongming does many official duties for him.
He knew nothing about disaster relief and fire prevention. When the emperor asked about it, he quickly thought about it and habitually followed Luo Gongming's wishes and said: "Well, I think what Mr. Zhao and Mr. Luo said is reasonable.
I hope Your Majesty will think twice."
Zhao Kuangyin frowned and looked at Zhao Pu again. Before he could ask questions, Zhao Pu had already taken a step forward steadily, cupped his hands and saluted: "In the official family, I believe that disasters from water and fire are worse than military disasters, so we should set up a department to specialize in defense."
, In this way, the fire hazard will be greatly reduced, which is a blessing for the country and the people. When there was a fire in Liangmen, I was also present. After observing Yang Hao's words and deeds, he was indeed insightful. Officials love talents, so they might as well use them."
What Zhao Guangyi opposed was what Zhao Pu supported. Furthermore, after carefully studying the meaning of the official language, it was clear that Zhao Pu had a plan in mind, so Zhao Pu naturally strongly agreed. Zhao Kuangyin was indeed overjoyed. He stroked his beard and smiled and said: "What Zhao Pu said is reasonable, and what I mean is to set up a plan."
A yamen specializing in fire prevention has a dedicated official responsible for that task. Haha..."
He turned his eyes and saw that his brother's face was a little ugly, so he hurriedly reassured: "In that case, I will compromise with the wishes of the ministers, and Yang Hao will entrust him with this mission. This Yamen will be located under Nan Yamen.
, all duties shall be under the jurisdiction of Kaifeng Prefecture."
The moon curled up into the sky. Mu Yike came out of Yang Hao's room with a tea tray. After walking a few steps along the corridor, he felt something hit his forehead. Mu Yike said "ouch" and almost fell down.
Taking a closer look at the tea tray, through the lantern on the corridor, I saw an extra paper ball on the tea tray.
Mu Yike looked up and saw that the roses on the courtyard wall were swaying gently in the evening breeze. There was no one around. She quickly put down the tea tray and opened the ball of paper. There were words written on it, but she didn't recognize what they were. She quickly
He turned around and entered Yang Hao's room again.
Under the lamp, Yang Hao flattened the paper and read it carefully from beginning to end. His face suddenly became uncertain. Mu Yike couldn't help but ask: "Master, what happened?"
Yang Hao waved his hand and said: "It's okay, you can go to sleep."
Mu Yi didn't dare to say anything and quietly retreated. Yang Hao, wearing only a small coat and hands behind his back, walked slowly under the lamp.
He didn't know who was tipping off this piece of paper, but logically he guessed that what was said on this piece of paper should be true. Otherwise, it would be hard to say that such a thing alone could do anything detrimental to him.
The note only mentioned one thing: the government would set up a yamen to deal with fire prevention matters in the capital, and this mission would be assigned to him, and this yamen would also be under the jurisdiction of Kaifeng Prefecture.
This news immediately confused Yang Hao: "Could it be that Xianggong Zhao saw me fighting the fire that day, so Jun Qianjin recommended me?"
The corners of Yang Hao's mouth couldn't help but twitch a few times: "Ruthless heaven, this is not my pursuit in life. What's more, if I have to work under Zhao Guangyi, I won't be able to come up with a set of shoes. It won't take long for me to be beaten.
Wrapped into a three-inch golden lotus? Even if Mr. Zhao Guangyi doesn't bother to see me as a little shrimp, Cheng Dexuan has returned to Beijing now. His official career is over and he hates me to the bone. It would be strange if he didn't take advantage of it. Originally, I wanted to keep a low profile.
No matter how low-key you are, what should you do now?
It's impossible not to accept orders, and it's impossible to achieve nothing. That way, Cheng Dexuan will have more excuses to slander, not to mention that officials like straightforward people, but not incompetent people. What they like is temperament.
A person who is simple and naive, but has considerable talents and can do the errands he is sent to do well. If he has no achievements in front of him, he is afraid that he will be rounded and flattened by Nanya, and he will not bother to pay attention to it anymore.
This thigh needs to be hugged no matter what."
"But if you want to achieve something, it's not easy to do things under Nanya. There are still people who are restricting you at every turn? How can I deal with open and covert attacks? I have no foundation in the capital. Who can protect me then?
?" Yang Hao wandered around the room, thinking hard, but when he had no choice, he heard a gentle knock on the door. Yang Hao was startled, stopped and asked, "Who is it?"
"Sir, I'm back."
When Yang Hao heard the voice, he shouted out loud: "Bisu? Come in quickly."
As soon as the door opened, a gray shadow flashed in. I saw this man with a shaved head, handsome features, and wearing a robe. It was Bisu who had arrived.
Yang Hao was surprised and said: "Bisu, why are you dressed like this?"
Bisu stepped forward and said politely: "It's hard to explain. I was sent by your Excellency to go to Kaifeng to investigate the whereabouts of the girl's family. However, I have never inquired about the news about her and her family. Later, I got news from our car dealer. It seems that there is something.
A girl with a similar appearance to Miss Zhe went to the Tang Dynasty, and his subordinates followed her. People in the Tang Dynasty were wary of people coming from the north, but the worship of Buddhism was particularly popular in the south, so the subordinates disguised themselves as monks.
It's convenient, but... I am ashamed that I have never inquired about Miss Zhe's information."
Yang Hao was silent for a while, and then said solemnly: "Looking for someone like this is like looking for a needle in a haystack. Alas... maybe I am destined to have no connection with her, and I can't find her... That's it. I hope she is safe and sound."
.”
Bisu Weiwei said: "Yes, my subordinates found nothing in the Tang Dynasty, so they had to go back to Kaifeng to inquire. At this time, they received news about 'Feiyu' and knew that the Lord had arrived in Kaifeng and settled here, so they searched for him overnight. The Lord entered the court.
As an official, the official family has never made things difficult for you, right? Are you living a comfortable life?"
Yang Hao smiled bitterly and said: "It was very comfortable, and all my wishes have come true. I just thought that living like this was a waste of time, and the imperial court sent me a job. It's just that happiness brings sorrow. It's hard to say what kind of disaster this job will bring to me.
, but I can’t refuse, and I have nothing to rely on to protect myself.”
Bi Su said nervously when he heard this: "What happened?"
Yang Hao looked at Bi Su and hesitated to speak. He shook his head and walked aside. He looked back at Bi Su and looked around. His eyes gradually became weird. Bi Su felt a little scared when he looked at him. He looked up and down.
Looking at myself, I didn't feel anything special, so I couldn't help but ask: "Sir, what's wrong with this subordinate?"
"There's nothing wrong with it." Yang Hao had a slight smile in his eyes: "I couldn't find the amulet in the court. When I saw you, I thought that maybe I could find another way. As the saying goes, 'a prime minister in commoner clothes, a white shirt', you can't be a prime minister.
, if I have the reputation of a minister, anyone who wants to touch me will have to think carefully..."
