Chapter 311 The Palace Change Ends
Yan Xiangxiao quickly looked back and saw the guard who was shot and killed by an arrow. Was he saved? He was immediately overjoyed, turned around and ran away again. His Majesty saved him! Your Majesty indeed had a backup plan, and he chose Your Majesty this time.
Yan Xiangxiao was overjoyed, while Prince Ning and his son were shocked. They looked at the emperor with wide eyes. The emperor sighed and waved his hand. A group of men in black came out with bows and arrows. Several of the arrows pointed at Prince Ning and his son. The father and son suddenly broke into a cold sweat.
At this moment, the sound of weapons clashing was also heard outside the palace, and the sound was getting closer and closer to the palace. Yan Xiangjin became anxious. After all, his city was not as deep as his father's: "Father, the Dog Emperor is hiding." Manpower!"
King Ning glared at the emperor hatefully. At this time, others in the palace had no way of knowing whether the situation outside and in the entire capital was still under their control. However, the emperor was here, and as long as he was controlled, no matter how much trouble came from outside, People don't matter, so he ruthlessly ordered: "Get the emperor for me at all costs. By the way, send someone for me to bring Princess Yongfu to the front hall!"
Princess Yongfu was in labor ! , how King Ning acted, he did not want to give Princess Yongfu a way to survive, and some ministers reprimanded them on the spot. Some people who sincerely care for the Zhou Dynasty, through the scenes just now, they realize more and more that King Ning and Yan Xiangjin are definitely not suitable to lead the Zhou Dynasty. The candidates, whether it is Prince Ning or Yan Xiangjin, are far behind His Majesty's wisdom.
Prince Ning ignored all this. He not only wanted to survive, but also wanted the throne. Success or failure depended on this, and he was willing to pay any price.
So he ordered an attack while hiding back. Then there was the sound of fighting outside the palace, and fierce fighting broke out inside the palace. Some generals also took action, using everything at hand as weapons to fight against the enemy.
The arrow aimed at King Ning was shot out, but King Ning grabbed the guard who was protecting him. The guard was hit by an arrow immediately, but the arrows shot from the opposite side kept coming. In the end, he casually pulled someone away, and then he heard that he didn't dare The pained cry of belief: "Father--"
They tried their best to avoid the people who wanted to stay away from the battlefield on both sides. The bold head went out, and what they saw was so shocking that they were almost speechless. Prince Ning actually pulled him over. His son Yan Xiangjin blocked the arrow for him. Unfortunately, Yan Xiangjin was hit by the arrow. Although it missed the vital part, King Ning's behavior was even more unacceptable to Yan Xiangjin.
However, King Ning ignored his son and urged the people he brought: "Quick, speed up the process for me to capture the emperor, no matter life or death!"
Just now, he wanted to capture the emperor alive and force him to issue an edict of abdication, but now it is no matter whether he lives or lives. Well, the emperor is dead, and the throne can only fall into his hands if he wants to, so there is no need to make any more moves.
Yan Xiangxiao, who had hid beside the emperor, couldn't help but feel very happy when he saw such a scene, and gloated about Yan Xiangjin's misfortune. Normally, Yan Xiangjin had the help of his father, who would often trample him and Yan Xiangqi under his feet. However, now he has seen how ruthless his father is. For the sake of the throne, he would give up even his most precious son.
At this time, the sound of fighting also came from the direction of the apse. Yan Xiangxiao was stunned when he heard it. Behind him was the place where Yan Xiangxi was placed. How is Yan Xiangxi doing now? He looked at His Majesty. Apart from frowning slightly, His Majesty did not look worried or anxious.
However, Prince Ning hoped to use Yan Xiangxi from the rear palace to blackmail the emperor. It was the emperor's only bloodline. He did not believe that the emperor would not care about it. The emperor usually attached great importance to Yan Xiangxi, and even the throne was whimsical. I want to pass it on to my daughter.
The murderous aura in the back hall approached faster than the one outside. In a blink of an eye, those who wanted to enter the back hall were forced to retreat to the main hall. The emperor's voice rang out: "Protect the princess!" "
Father, my son is fine!"
The princess's voice reached the ears of everyone in the palace clearly, and everyone looked over. What they saw made them so shocked that their jaws almost dropped. Isn't the princess giving birth? But now the princess was fighting with those guards with a big belly, and the sword in her hand was even stained with blood. Although there were people around her to protect her, her momentum could not be concealed at all. She was getting closer and closer to the emperor, even the timid prince-in-law. He also held a sword and watched the surroundings.
Prince Ning and Yan Xiangjin, who was injured by an arrow, were shocked. Prince Ning shouted angrily when he saw Yan Xiangxi appear: "You lied to me! That imperial doctor and midwife were the two men who joined forces to deceive me."
Yan Xiangxi He smiled: "You guys are messing with my tea, but I didn't really drink it. The feelings are still my own, aren't they? I and my father have been waiting for you to take action for a long time!"
Fake! It turned out to be all fake! Seeing the intact princess, some people patted their chests, fearing that the princess would be born prematurely and that Prince Ning would seize her and use it to blackmail the emperor. How should the emperor choose at that time? No matter what you choose, it's easy to get sick.
The emperor and the princess did this to force Prince Ning and his son to reveal their true colors. Seeing the princess appear, many people were completely relieved. Everything today should be completely within the emperor's plan.
Those who sided with Prince Ning and his son were in despair. Prince Ning's long-planned plan seemed to have been discovered by the emperor.
When the emperor saw his daughter standing beside him intact, he felt completely at ease. He turned to look at the furious Prince Ning and sneered: "I want to pray for my unborn grandson and don't want to see more blood. However, I I gave you a chance, but you chose to take this dead end, so don't blame me for being ruthless!"
"Opportunity? Did you give it?" The fighting outside had reached the entrance of the palace, and Prince Ning became like a trapped animal. hysteria.
The emperor sneered: "Wan Hongjing kept this account book in his hand. At that time, I was waiting to see if you, Prince Ning, could stop here. The salt merchants were tossing in Jiangnan, and I was also waiting to see if you would stop, but you are How did you do it?"
The ministers gasped after hearing this. They didn't expect that Wan Hongjing would leave such an account book after his death. As expected, Prince Ning was the backer of those forces in Jiangnan. With a prince like him in the court, it's no wonder that Jiangnan Those people are so audacious that even His Majesty has been unable to move over the years.
"Capture Prince Ning and his father for me!"
"Yes, Your Majesty!" Another group of people rushed out from the back hall, killing everyone around Prince Ning and his son in a blink of an eye. Yan Xiangjin was taken down first. Next, King Ning was also held with a knife on his neck.
The people who were still struggling at the entrance of the palace abandoned their weapons and surrendered after seeing this situation. The palace coup ended in failure.
Those ministers and nobles who followed Prince Ning and his son to intimidate the emperor slumped to the ground. They were finished. They were completely finished. They followed Prince Ning on a dead end.
"Your Majesty!" The young general with blood on his body came in to report the battle situation, "The traitors in the palace have been eliminated, and the situation in the capital has been brought under control!" "
Inspect Prince Ning's Mansion thoroughly!"
"Yes, Your Majesty!" The young general waved his hand and said, "Your Majesty!" A group of people were selected to protect the palace and the emperor, and the remaining people followed him and immediately left the palace to inspect Prince Ning's mansion.
This New Year's Eve palace banquet was the longest palace banquet that the ministers had ever had. Of course, it was still a problem for some people to be full. When they finally walked out of the palace, everyone's subconscious action was to wipe the cold sweat from their foreheads. Then he breathed a sigh of relief. Not to mention being full, he was lucky to be able to leave the palace alive.
However, some people cannot live this new year with peace of mind, because they have long sided with Prince Ning. These people can only wait to be liquidated by the emperor, maybe tonight, maybe tomorrow.
When they left the palace, they saw many soldiers patrolling the entire capital. The entire capital was quiet and orderly, which was completely inconsistent with the situation they had imagined before. Who knew that the situation had never been controlled by King Ning and the others? , is in His Majesty’s hands from beginning to end.
"After all, old age is the best. Although Prince Ning lost to His Majesty because of his age, now it seems that even if he was the right age, he was not your Majesty's opponent. He may even have enjoyed the benefits of these years because of his age. Blessing."
"Yes, it's a pity that he is a man who does not know the blessings in the midst of blessings. Your Majesty has treated him well these years, but he is secretly trying to undermine the imperial court."
"Actually, compared to the descendants of the clan, such as Yan Xiangqi and Yan Xiangjin, Princess Yongfu is brave, resourceful and courageous even though she is a woman." "
What do you mean..." The traveler looked at his friend, who used to be a Those who have never supported Princess Yongfu believe that this move goes against Yin and Yang and will lead to chaos in the world.
The friend smiled bitterly and said: "Regardless of her identity as a woman, Princess Yongfu is the most in line with the requirements of the crown prince in all aspects. No one else can take on the big responsibility. What's more, it doesn't matter if you and I have opinions. Can she defeat His Majesty now?"
Tonight's palace The change not only caused Prince Ning and his son to lose the throne, but also broke the desire of other clan members to compete for the throne, making the emperor even more powerful. In the end, the emperor was the one who kept his word.
"I just hope that the princess can give birth to a little grandson, and your majesty can live a few more years to raise the little grandson."
Ning Yang, the consort, is equivalent to becoming a wife, so it doesn't matter if you call the princess's child a little grandson. Folks come to visit him. According to the son-in-law, Princess Yongfu is His Majesty's only child, so it is not a big deal to find a son-in-law for His Majesty to pass on the bloodline.
They can only comfort themselves in this way.
How else would you choose? Yan Xiangjin is dead, Yan Xiangqi's ugly appearance is unbearable for all ministers to look at, Yan Xiangxiao has surrendered to His Majesty and given up the fight, what good candidate can the clan choose? These three are the ones that stand out, and the rest are even worse.
In the Gu family, a nun hurriedly walked in and whispered a few words in the ear of the Southwest Princess. The princess said happily: "It's over?" The nanny nodded and said:
"Yes, the old slave received the news that Prince Ning and his son were planning a conspiracy in the palace. Ni, has been captured by His Majesty, and is inspecting Prince Ning's Mansion overnight. The situation in the capital is currently under His Majesty's control, but it is best not to leave the mansion before dawn." "
Great! I didn't expect it to be Prince Ning and his son. You know people but don't know their hearts. I used to hear people outside saying that Prince Ning is a good person, but I didn't expect that he actually wanted to rebel!" Mrs. Gu clapped her hands and applauded, and her heart was relieved.
The same goes for Mr. Gu. He can finally sleep peacefully tonight.
Mrs. Li knew that it was the people left by Gu Mu who came to notify her, so she asked the princess to help inform her two brothers' houses, but she believed that brother Li would go back soon.
In the south of the Yangtze River, Gu Zhao and Gu Mu were sitting around a hot pot. This night they just made a pot and were eating. Looking at the time, Gu Zhao said, "It should be almost done in the capital." Gu Mu brought food to Gu Zhao: "No. Something will happen, don't underestimate your Majesty, especially if you know the details of the enemy in advance, your Majesty will not lose."
Chapter 312 Gu Zhao’s worries
Gu Zhao has confidence in the emperor. Yan Xiangjin has not been able to win the world in the book, let alone now that he has prepared for it. But now he can't think of those two books anymore because the characters in the plot have already left. Going out, this is a whole new world, and they have to work hard for the future.
He looked at Gu Mu. Now he had nothing to worry about, but Gu Mu was different. The matter of the King of Southwest had been hanging over there for a long time, and it could not be delayed forever. Now that the emperor had removed Prince Ning and his son, the court objected. The princess's voice will become smaller and smaller, and the emperor will definitely devote his energy to dealing with Southwest.
According to Gu Mu's thoughts, the emperor was definitely not willing to leave the problems in the southwest to the princess. It would be very difficult for the princess to be in a position as a woman. The emperor definitely hoped to help the princess reduce the obstruction as much as possible. If it was not resolved, , who knows if after his death and the princess succeeds to the throne, the southwest will use the same ancestor to send troops to attack the princess.
Others' attacks were just a matter of words, but the Southwest King held the military power. This was the hardest nut to crack.
Gu Mu put another dish into Gu Zhao's bowl with chopsticks, and then touched his face with one hand: "What's on my face? Why is brother looking at me like that." Gu Zhao took a bite of the dish and expressed his worries
. Coming out, Gu Mu sighed, which made Gu Zhao feel a little old-fashioned.
Gu Mu reached out and pinched Gu Zhao's face, and before Gu Zhao got angry, he said, "Look, brother, you can't say a few words and then go back to business." Gu Zhao argued, "
This is both a business and a private matter."
To Gu Zhao Zhaogu Mu has always had no choice but to admit defeat: "Well, it is considered a private matter. Brother, you are right. Your Majesty will not be able to tolerate them for long. This matter will definitely be resolved in your hands. It depends on your Majesty's intentions. , I am afraid that I will be separated from my brother by then."
Gu Zhao thought the same thing. After coming to Jiangnan, he spent more time with Gu Mu. Unknowingly, Gu Mu seemed to take care of his food, clothing, housing and transportation. Thinking that Gu Mu would probably go to the southwest after returning to Beijing, Gu Zhao felt reluctant and thought of an idea: "Why don't you let your majesty send me to be an official in the southwest?"
He now felt that it would be good to serve as an official somewhere. Seeing different customs and customs can also actually do something for the people.
But as soon as he spoke, he was rejected by Gu Mu: "No, the southwest is different from other places. It is not safe for my brother to go there. I would rather my brother wait for me in the capital." The person who least wants to be separated from Gu Zhao
is He, he should have been happy to hear such words, but when he thought about that place in the southwest, he absolutely did not want to see Gu Zhao in danger because of him, and he did not dare to think about the consequences.
"What about your safety?"
"Oh, they don't dare to touch me yet. After all, I am still that person's son, and if something happens to me, they will be waiting for His Majesty's wrath." Gu Mu sneered.
"It will be too late if something happens." Gu Zhao frowned and said. He worked hard to rescue Gu Mu, but he also didn't want to see him get into trouble again. There was no continuous supply of medicine in his space to save Gu Mu.
"Brother, don't worry. I won't act rashly if I'm not completely sure. Besides, I've made a lot of preparations in private in the past few years. Brother, you have to believe me." Gu Mu grabbed Gu Zhao's hand and assured him. .
Gu Zhao sighed and had no choice but to touch Gu Mu's head. It was supposed to be a happy time, but the topic he raised was a little more heavy. But this matter would not exist if he didn't mention it: "I will do my best. I can help you as much as I can."
Gu Mu nodded happily. As long as he thought that Gu Zhao was behind him, he would be full of energy and never admit defeat.
Gu Zhao knew that even under the difficult conditions in the world in the book, neither the Southwest Prince nor his son could defeat Gu Mu and ended up miserable. Gu Mu would win more easily now, but now that he was in it, how could he not be worried? Moreover, those two books did not specifically explain how Gu Mu killed the father and son, so they could not provide any reference.
That night, Gu Mu made excuses to stay by Gu Zhao's side. Gu Zhao was also thinking over and over in his mind, how he could help Gu Mu in the Southwest. Gu Mu was worried that he would go to the Southwest to serve as an official or go to other places. It's okay. The capital is too far away from the southwest. If you can't catch anything in time, why not go to a place closer to the southwest to become an official?
Everything has to wait until he returns to the capital. What he can do here is basically over. It is impossible for His Majesty to let him continue to be the prefect. He should be able to go back when Gu Mu returns to the capital.
After thinking about it in his mind, Gu Zhao let go of his worries and fell asleep.
Gu Mu on the side opened his eyes and carefully described Gu Zhao's facial features. He could describe it even with his eyes closed. When he solved the matter in Southwest, would his brother agree to cut off his sleeves with him? My brother should be able to do it, Gu Mu thought shamelessly, his brother is the softest to him, and he will definitely agree to his request.
Beijing.
The people were so frightened at night that they didn't even dare to light the lights. The sound of horse hooves could be heard from time to time on the street outside, and they couldn't stay up until late at night.
However, the people who were close to Prince Ning's Mansion couldn't sleep at all. The emperor said that he would conduct a thorough investigation, which was to search Prince Ning's Mansion overnight. The light of the torches there illuminated the whole street, and coupled with the noisy sound, the people in Prince Ning's Mansion were With the shouts of the master's servants and the scolding of the soldiers, it was strange to be able to sleep under such circumstances. Some people were worried that they would be implicated by Prince Ning's Mansion. After all, they usually flattered the people of Prince Ning's Mansion.
Why? Who is it that Prince Ning's Mansion has the strongest momentum to seize the direct heir? In the eyes of many people, Yan Xiangjin is almost the next emperor. They have to build closer relationships with him before he takes the throne. But who would have thought that Prince Ning's Mansion would fall in love just now? Lost?
Someone who returned from the palace told what happened in the palace: "I don't understand why Prince Ning rebelled. There are so many ministers who clearly support Yan Xiangjin. His Majesty may not be able to defeat the ministers in the court. "
Another person said: "What's not clear about this? It's obvious that King Ning wants to be the emperor, not just his son. Those ministers support Yan Xiangjin, not King Ning himself. King Ning I have long had the ambition to rebel, and I have made a lot of preparations in private. I think I have control of the situation, so I launched this palace coup tonight." Someone else said
: "Listen to your majesty, it turns out that Jiangnan belongs to Prince Ning. Money bag, now there are two Master Gu who have almost cleaned up Jiangnan. I really think that King Ning doesn't know that he has not been exposed. Even if he doesn't move now, it will be his turn to liquidate him next. What happened seven years ago, Tsk tsk, I didn’t expect Prince Ning to be so cruel. It’s a waste that I was deceived by his glorious appearance before.”
When mentioning what happened in Jiangnan seven years ago, not many people sympathized with him. Since this road is his own Having made the choice, he could only swallow the bitter fruit of failure, and only those who had taken refuge in Prince Ning overtly or covertly could not hide their guilty looks.
The ransacking of the house didn't end until dawn. The people who ransacked the house even took the dragon robe from Prince Ning's mansion. The emperor was also surprised. This was definitely not framed by him. It also showed that he had underestimated Prince Ning's ambition in the past. This was because The things Gu Mu searched made him gradually pay attention to Prince Ning behind Yan Xiangjin. After Gu Mu left the capital, he and his daughter began to lay out this trap, waiting for Prince Ning to jump out and get in. Prince Ning and his son did not. live up to their expectations.
It is not only the palace of Prince Ning that needs to be inspected, but also Prince Ning's Zhuangzi outside the city, as well as a secret valley where a large number of weapons are stored and a group of troops trained by Prince Ning. However, these troops were not involved in this palace incident. They failed to play their due role and fell on the threshold of palace change.
After dawn, the people in the capital tentatively walked out of their homes, asking each other what happened at night and what the situation was like now. They found that the situation on the streets outside was the same as usual. There were no officers and soldiers restricting their access, but because of the The atmosphere became a little more depressing, and the people gradually became bolder.
"At night, I heard from a relative of mine that Prince Ning rebelled last night, but of course he failed. The Holy Lord has a fiery eye and it is impossible for the rebels to succeed. Therefore, the house was ransacked overnight. Now Prince Ning and his son are also in prison. ."
"Why can't you think about it so hard? We deserve to be unlucky. We are also worried and afraid, and we haven't even had a good year." "That's right
, there were supposed to be fireworks last night, but it turned out that Prince Ning and his son rebelled. It's been cancelled."
"I heard that, if nothing unexpected happens, there will be fireworks on the Lantern Festival." "
That would be great, I thought we wouldn't see it this year." "
I heard that Prince Ning and his son also wanted to He wanted to harm Her Highness the Princess, and gave her medicine to cause the Princess to give birth prematurely."
"Why are Prince Ning and his son so bad? Fortunately, I thought they were good people before, and I supported Mr. Jin back then." "
I think the Princess is quite cool. Well, the princess was taught by your majesty personally, and she is as benevolent and righteous as your majesty. This Prince Ning is not a good person. Let me tell you, seven years ago..." In less than half a day, the news of
the rebellion of Prince Ning and his son spread in the streets and alleys of the capital. All over the place, many people cursed Prince Ning and his son. Can people like this, who don't take people's lives seriously, really be able to make people live a good life by sitting on the throne? Many people feel that it is better to let the princess take the throne.
Fortunately, Prince Ning and his son were in prison at the moment and could not hear the voices of the people outside. Otherwise, knowing that everything they did had only enhanced the princess' reputation, they would probably vomit blood.
Their whole family was imprisoned together, and there was no peace at this time. They were all prisoners, and they were all about to be beheaded. After all, it was such a serious crime of rebellion, so the usual dissatisfaction broke out at this time, and they started to fight against each other. Abuse, Yan Xiangjin is the key target of attack. If they hadn't fought for that position for him, how could their good palace have ended up in this situation? They were all implicated by Yan Xiangjin.
Poor Yan Xiangjin still had an arrow wound on his body, and he was thrown into prison after just a cursory treatment. At this time, he didn't know whether the failure of the rebellion was a bigger blow to him, or whether his father pushed him out to block the arrow.
Chapter 313 Will return to Beijing
After the year, Gu Zhao, who was ready to return to the capital, accelerated the road construction in Jiangnan. Several cement workshops started working together, and the counties below built cement roads together. As for the cost, he kept part of the money from the house raids. Of course, I had informed the emperor in advance and obtained his consent.
Because there were wages, there were many people willing to do the work, just like when building the dam before. After working continuously for a period of time, the appearance of Jiangnan City both inside and outside changed drastically. With his experience in renovating slums, Gu Zhao also renovated the underwater channels and septic tanks.
When the spring rain fell, the people in Jiangnan, who usually didn't like to go out in such weather, held up umbrellas and walked in the rain, wearing rubber-soled shoes and walking on cement-paved roads. Everyone laughed and laughed. My mood is not affected by the rain at all.
"In the past, we didn't like to go out when it rained. Our shoes would get wet if they got wet. Even though it's spring, the temperature is not high. When the shoes are warm, it feels uncomfortable. Now we don't have to worry about that." "
Yes. " "In the past, it was easy for water to be stepped on on the stone road, and muddy water would not be
splashed all over the person. Now this cement road does not have this trouble." "Yes, yes, especially when a horse-drawn carriage passes by, it can splash muddy water." "
I I heard that there are not as many concrete pavements built in the capital as there are in Jiangnan. Our Jiangnan is the first place to change all the roads to cement pavements." "
Have you looked outside the city? The road outside is wide and flat. It will be more convenient to go out in the future. More."
"Thanks to Mr. Gu as our prefect, Mr. Gu is a good official." "
It's a pity that Mr. Gu is still the acting prefect. I don't know when the word "dai" will be removed."
"I'm afraid it won't work, Mr. Gu. With such ability, Your Majesty also knows that he may return to Beijing at any time."
The people were talking on the street, and a fast horse passed by them, heading towards the government office. After half a day, everyone in Jiangnan knew , the emperor is going to summon Master Gu and Viscount Pingnan back to Beijing. The new prefect will come to Jiangnan to take over soon. This is not good news for the people.
Not to mention the common people, even the people in the government office were reluctant to let Gu Zhao leave. Most of them gathered here because of Gu Zhao. When the new magistrate comes, they may have to use their own confidants, and it is not their turn to occupy this position. , and it was really easy to work under Gu Zhao. As long as he completed the things he was responsible for, Gu Zhao would not say much, and he would not show off his authority to them.
They elected Qiao Huan to come forward. Although Qiao Huan was reluctant to give up, he was mentally prepared for such a situation. Gu Zhao was reused by His Majesty. He would only be happy for Gu Zhao, and Gu Zhao would have a better future.
Qiao Huan came to Gu Zhao. As soon as he called his lord, he was stopped by Gu Zhao: "I will leave when the new magistrate comes. Let's return to the greetings as before." Qiao Huanxin said that Gu Zhao had not changed after
all. As in the past, Qiao Huan smiled and said: "I will change it when the new magistrate is appointed. Does your Excellency know what kind of person the new magistrate is?"
Gu Zhao shook his head: "I only know that he is an adult named Cui. I heard that before He is also a local official. He was previously the magistrate of the lower government. This time he is the magistrate of the upper government. This is a promotion. But don't worry, although I am not familiar with this Master Cui, your Majesty transferred Master Cui here. There must have been considerations. Although there are no big salt merchants here, Jiangnan is still very important."
Qiao Huan felt that Gu Zhao was right, but he still felt that the new prefect could not do better than Gu Zhao. Qiao Huan Huan thought for a while and said: "I have learned a lot from Qiao Huan during this time with you. After you leave Jiangnan, I also plan to return to Qiao's house and no longer work in the government office." Gu Zhao said in surprise.
: "Why?"
Qiao Huan smiled and said, "Your Majesty, you won't be biased against me, but after all, I am from a merchant background, and I have no fame. Now, because I am protected by adults, no one will say anything. But wait for your Majesty." After I leave, it won't be so easy for me to work here anymore, so I might as well go back and continue doing business."
Gu Zhao patted Qiao Huan on the shoulder. He was the one who brought Qiao Huan in. At that time, he was facing a situation where he was about to be ignored. There was an urgent need for manpower, and Qiao Huan came over without saying a word. It can be said that he helped him a lot. Those accounts were done clearly, and they were no worse than other people with titles. It was just Qiao Huan's concern. That's right. He can ignore his background, but he can't guarantee that others will be like him. After he leaves, there will definitely be many people eyeing Qiao Huan's position, and it will be difficult for Qiao Huan at that time.
The new prefect may not appreciate Qiao Huan's ability as much as he does.
"As long as Brother Qiao thinks it over carefully, come to the capital to see me when you have time."
Qiao Huan smiled: "Okay, it's a deal."
Because of Qiao Huan's words, Gu Zhao came forward and summoned everyone in the Yamen to speak. Next time, Gu Zhao promised them that after the new prefect arrives, he will recommend everyone here to him. He believes that as long as you work hard and work hard, the new prefect will be willing to use them. The most important thing is to learn from their predecessors. , thinking that when the new magistrate had just arrived and was unfamiliar with the place, he would have to rely on them for everything, which led to him having thoughts that he shouldn't have.
After Gu Zhao said what he should say, he left, but Fan Juren chased him out, and Gu Zhao stopped and looked at him.
Fan Juren said respectfully: "Fan wants to continue to follow you, sir. Now that you are an official in the local area, Fan is willing to continue to be your master."
Gu Zhao was surprised. He didn't expect Master Fan to make such a decision. To be honest, he didn't. He was a little excited. Although the two eldest brothers Shi Mao could also help him, most of them were errands. However, the yamen still needed a scholar to deal with paperwork and other matters. During this period, he was used to Master Fan handling it for him. Various trivial matters on official business.
After considering Master Fan's character for this period of time, he can trust him.
However, Gu Zhao asked: "What about Brother Fan's family?"
Fan Juren breathed a sigh of relief, and the adults did not refuse: "My wife and son will naturally go with Fan, and Fan will not be too much of a burden."
This is to bring the wife and children together. After taking it with him, Gu Zhao thought for a moment and said, "It's not yet known whether I will continue to work in the Ministry of Industry after returning to Beijing or go to other places. If Brother Fan doesn't dislike this, then Gu will certainly not refuse." Fan Juren
looked relaxed. With a smile: "It's because you don't dislike Fan. Thank you for giving Fan this opportunity."
Gu Zhao also smiled: "Then you should take it easy these days. Go home and explain to your sister-in-law how to pack your luggage and wait for the new prefect. Come, we can set off after the handover."
"Okay, sir."
Gu Zhao told Gu Mu about this after he went back. Gu Mu didn't think it was a bad thing, otherwise Gu Zhao would have to do all the trivial matters personally. Gu Zhao was too tired. With Master Fan here, even if Gu Zhao returned to a local official in the future, he would not have the situation where he had no one to serve and had to borrow someone from Uncle Li.
Also, it is better to use cooked than raw.
Except for businessmen like the Qiao family, other wealthy businessmen were greatly relieved by the news that Gu Zhao was leaving. Their feelings for Gu Zhao were too complicated. They wanted to get close to the God of Wealth, but also kept him at a distance. One day when he ransacked his house, it would be on them.
Who can guarantee this? He didn't pay attention to Gu Zhao. After Gu Mu came to Jiangnan, he first copied Wan Hongjing, and then Jin Hongwen, a big salt merchant, and other small ones were not included. If he were allowed to continue to stay in Jiangnan, he might one day Wealthy businessmen like them are coming to sharpen their swords.
So they had better leave quickly. They had also heard that the new magistrate was an official named Cui. He had many years of experience as a local official. He must be different from the two stupid young men Gu Zhao and Gu Mu.
As for other things, it has to be said that Gu Zhao's coming to Jiangnan has brought them a lot of benefits. For example, the newly paved cement road has greatly facilitated their travel. It is also very convenient to go to the counties and cities below. They hope that Gu Zhao will stay As the magistrate of Jiangnan, they might as well hope to return to Beijing and continue to stay in the Ministry of Industry, carry out the road-paving project to the end, and replace the official roads in the entire Zhou Dynasty with cement roads. From now on, businessmen like them can go anywhere with ease.
However, before Gu Zhao left, they couldn't be too disrespectful to Gu Zhao, so these wealthy businessmen united and asked Qiao Xianqing to come forward. They wanted to treat Gu Zhao and Gu Mu to a meal to see them off. Of course, they would also give some small gifts during the meal. Tell them, the worst thing a businessman can do is offend people casually.
It's a pity that Gu Zhao didn't give the wealthy businessmen this face, and simply refused. Then he turned around and used his own money to treat everyone in the yamen to a restaurant for a big meal, divided into two batches, because he couldn't close the yamen, and this meal Let everyone eat to their heart's content, and there are also fresh seafood sent from Yaocheng.
The day after this meal, Mr. Cui, who took over, arrived in Jiangnan.
Mr. Cui can be regarded as a young and powerful official. He became a fifth-grade prefect in his thirties. There is still a lot of room for advancement. He brought his family with him to Jiangnan. As soon as they entered the boundary of Jiangnan, the group of people were surprised, because it was obvious that the road It’s different.
His wife and children all opened the curtains and looked outside, and saw the straight and flat concrete avenue outside. They had returned to the capital. They were very surprised when they saw it in the capital. They didn't expect that there would be more in Jiangnan.
"Sir, is it possible that Jiangnan is richer than the capital?"
When Mr. Cui left the capital, he asked a friend of the same year about the situation of Gu Zhao, the acting prefect. After being surprised, he could guess why it was like this: "It's not that Because Jiangnan is rich, but because Jiangnan has the acting magistrate Gu Zhao, Mr. Gu. Madam should know that the emergence of this cement is related to Mr. Gu. Mr. Gu was also responsible for supervising the construction of dams when he first came to Jiangnan. There are cement workshops in Jiangnan. It is very convenient to use it to pave roads, but Mr. Gu has obviously done more than I thought. No wonder he is reused by His Majesty." As an
acting prefect, he usually does not seek no merit but no fault, but where is Gu Zhao? There is no fault, it is obviously a great credit, and Jiangnan has to be changed. The next situation proves this.
Chapter 314 Heading north along the coast
The Cui family were amazed by what they saw along the way into the city, and Mr. Cui became more and more curious about Gu Zhao, the acting prefect.
When they entered the city, they were escorted to the Yamen by soldiers who knew their identities. The wealthy businessmen in Jiangnan really wanted to greet Gu Zhao and his party the way Wan Hongjing had greeted Gu Zhao and his party. Unfortunately, there was no movement on the Yamen side, and they could not do anything good. claim.
Knowing that the new magistrate Mr. Cui had arrived, Gu Zhao pulled Gu Mu and waited at the yamen gate to greet the Cui family and his entourage. After the meeting, the two parties exchanged identities. Gu Zhao welcomed the Cui family and his entourage into the yamen. As for whether the Cui family was with him Whether he lives in the house behind the Yamen or is settled separately in the city is not something Gu Zhao needs to worry about.
After Gu Zhao gave Master Cui and his party a clean slate, they went through the handover formalities with him. Master Cui had known that Gu Zhao was very young. When he saw it with his own eyes, he found that he was younger than he thought, but he did things vigorously and resolutely, so Master Cui had to follow him. Get busy and complete the handover as soon as possible for these two to return to the capital.
Others in the Cui family were also talking privately about the two Mr. Gu, praising their youth and their good looks.
"I heard that these two Mr. Gu are not married, so they don't have any other houses in Jiangnan. They just live in this yamen. But they are so handsome. When your father comes back, ask him if the two Mr. Gu can make a reservation. Have you kissed me?" Mrs. Cui was ready to make a move after meeting Gu Zhao and Gu Mu. Such a high-quality young man with a good official career would be a loss if he did not introduce him to her own people. The Cui family and her natal family both have several unmarried girls. Woolen cloth.
"Mother, the two Mr. Gu's families are in the capital, and they will definitely worry about this kind of thing for them. Mother, please don't be too meddlesome." Mr. Cui's son said arrogantly.
Mrs. Cui stretched out her hand and tapped her son: "What do you know?"
Not only are these two people in excellent condition, but they are also rare and clean around them. They have been in Jiangnan for such a long time without even a maid to serve them. Such a good man would be beaten. It's hard to find even with a lantern. It's a pity that her daughter is just a little kid, otherwise she would want to raid her own nest.
It took two days for Mr. Cui to come back and talk to his wife. Hearing his wife's remarks, Mr. Cui couldn't laugh or cry: "Mr. Gu, they will leave to return to Beijing tomorrow. My wife also said that they are so outstanding. I guess they must Many people are eyeing them, but they haven't gotten married yet. I guess there are other reasons." "
Going so fast?" Mrs. Cui said in surprise.
"Yes, Beijing should be urging them. If it weren't for the lack of suitable officials, these two would have been called back to the capital by His Majesty long ago."
Mrs. Cui heard this with regret. After saying goodbye, she would wait for them to return. It will take several years in Beijing, by which time the day lilies will be cold.
Mr. Cui is in a good mood. The foundation Gu Zhao left for him is so good. All the moths have been cleared away, and there are still several cement workshops left. These workshops are all government-run and can increase the yamen's income a lot.
Master Cui also wanted to see Gu Zhao and his party off the next day, but when he passed by, he discovered that Gu Zhao and the others had set off before dawn and left the city as soon as the city gate opened, not wanting to disturb too many people.
However, when they left the city and looked back, they still saw many heads inside and outside the city gate. They noticed the movement outside and spontaneously came out to see Gu Zhao and the others off. Some even knew that Gu Zhao and Gu Mu were leaving. Although Gu Zhao felt that everything he did was done with a clear conscience and that what he asked for was worthy of his conscience, he still felt a little touched when he saw the reluctance of these people.
Gu Mu also saw it. They were proud of their brother. Both Shi Dingshan and Mao Jiangtao couldn't help but puff up their chests. They were glad again that they had decided to follow the master. Fan Juren also didn't feel that there was anything wrong with his decision.
Li Hu raised his head and blinked to stop the sourness in his eyes. Most of the people in their village came here in the middle of the night just to kowtow to the two adults. Without them, the entire village would die quietly. In that salt field, Gu Mu and Gu Zhao were their reborn parents. Not only did they save them, but they also secured the good conditions for them.
Li Hu patted Lin He and Lin Hui beside him on the head and said, "The two Masters Gu have gone far away. Let's go back too. Live our lives well, which is what the two Masters Gu expect of us." The
brother and sister nodded vigorously. , the eyes are all red.
Lin He clenched his fist. Gu Zhao was even more kind to him. Not only did he help him get revenge, but he also funded his studies. As long as he could pass the examination as a scholar, he could enter Wensi Academy. Now the whole village was pinning its hopes on him. For him, I hope that among those who suffered in the salt field, they can also become a master, who will protect the entire village in the future, and no one can bully them again.
Lin He knew that Lord Gu Zhao had studied in Wensi Academy, so he set a goal for himself. Although he had been delayed for several years in the salt field, he must enter Wensi Academy and do what Lord Gu did in the future. A good official can make decisions for more poor people and let more people live a good life.
The route back was different from when they came. After leaving Jiangnan City, the group went directly to Yao City. After visiting Uncle Li in Yao City, they took a sea boat from Yao City to the north to avoid the bumpy ride on the carriage. They all thought Gu Zhao's proposal was a good one, as they could see different scenery on the way back to Beijing.
Uncle Li had already sent someone to wait for his nephew and his party at the city gate, and had arranged a ship for them in advance.
Gu Zhao and the others stayed in Yaocheng for two days. Uncle Li put down his official duties and took him and Gu Mu around Yaocheng. They went to see the salt field and went to the best restaurant to taste the most delicious seafood. Now Yaocheng Life is getting better and better, and the number of businessmen coming and going has increased a lot, all of which are brought by canned seafood and salt works. However, Uncle Li has been worried about his nephew doing too much in Jiangnan during this time. Big, he offended too many people, and those people would take desperate risks to his disadvantage. Now that he saw Gu Zhaoan come to Yao Cheng unharmed, he felt a lot more at ease.
My sister only has one son, Gu Zhao. Uncle Li didn't dare to think about what would happen to his sister if something happened to Gu Zhao. He could only say that his nephew and Gu Mu were too bold.
As soon as two days passed, Uncle Li sent Gu Zhao and his party to the big ship waiting on the shore.
Seeing the tall ships that could go to sea, Gu Zhao suddenly asked Li Changshuo: "Second uncle, are there many such ships on the seashore?"
Li Changshuo shook his head and said: "Not many. The Zhou Dynasty has banned shipping for a long time, so such There are not many sea-going ships left. These ships were found by my uncle for the purpose of transporting goods. Land transportation is not as convenient as sea transportation, and it is easy to be damaged. The number is also limited. How could Zhaoer think of asking this?" Gu Zhao seemed to
say casually. : "There are times when shipping is prohibited and there are times when it is open. You may not know when shipping will be reopened. By then, Yao City will be even richer, not much worse than Jiangnan City." Li Changshuo said: "
Pirates are rampant on the sea. It is so easy to go to sea. These ships are safer because they go along the coastline, otherwise they cannot afford the losses."
Gu Zhao said: "Pirates, the more you are afraid of them, the more rampant they will be . It will improve one day."
Li Changshuo blinked, feeling that his nephew didn't mention it accidentally. Could it be that one day, because of this thought, Li Changshuo took the matter of building sea ships to his heart.
Gu Zhao didn't say anything more. After boarding the ship, he waved goodbye to his second uncle. It didn't take long for the people on the shore to disappear from their sight.
Everyone was very excited when they first got on the ship, including Gu Mu. It was also the first time for him to sail in the sea on a sea ship. The sea could not be seen to the end at a glance. This feeling was very novel, but after a while, there was something strange. Few people developed symptoms of seasickness, including Shi Mao, who also vomited. Fortunately, the people on the boat had experience and had prepared medicine in advance. After taking it, their symptoms were slightly relieved, but they were not as bad as when they first boarded the boat. The vitality has disappeared, and everyone has become a dried fish.
Gu Zhao and Gu Mu were fine. They often ran to the deck to enjoy the breeze and enjoy the sea view.
Gu Mu suddenly asked: "Brother, I heard what you said to your second uncle before you left. Does your brother want the court to open sea transportation?"
Naturally, Gu Zhao would not hide it from Gu Mu, so he nodded and said, "Yes, I agree, Mu Mu, do you know what there is overseas?"
"Islands? Pirates?"
Gu Zhao laughed: "There are also mountains of gold and silver, and there is another land. I'm not lying to you, there are real mountains of gold. Yinshan is ownerless, but shipping cannot be launched rashly without preparation. The problem of pirates is indeed serious, so it is necessary to have an army to protect the merchant ships coming and going. However, your Majesty may not have the energy at the moment, but I believe that sooner or later he will It will be realized."
Even if it cannot be realized in a while, he will find a way to promote the opening of maritime transportation.
Gu Mu's eyes were full of trust: "Brother said there are mountains of gold and silver, so there must be them. If the officials in the court don't agree to build an army, then let me complete it."
Gu Zhao smiled and patted his arm . : "Okay, let's go to sea together and see the overseas scenery."
"Okay! It's a deal!"
They went all the way north along the coastline. I didn't know that there was someone waiting for them on the way to Beijing. Gu Zhao Gumu's crackdown on salt merchants caused some salt merchants to lose their pants. These people had the idea of eating their flesh and drinking their blood, so they wanted to put all their money into it and try to find someone to pretend to be in the middle of the road. They became robbers and killed them. However, these ambushers never saw the shadow of Gu Zhao and his team.
Finally, the news came out. It turned out that Gu Zhao and his party did not go by land, but detoured to Yao City and took the sea route instead. The salt merchants were so angry that they were helpless.
After returning to land from the sea, the seasick figure seemed to be alive again. He was transported to the capital together with the goods on the ship. He arrived on the same day. When he saw the familiar tall city gate, Gu Zhao and Gu Mu didn't have time to sigh. They saw the people who came to pick them up.
Chapter 315 Gu Zhao’s whereabouts
The Gu family and the Li family took turns sending people to guard the city gate, waiting for Gu Zhao and the others to come back. They finally received them that day, and Gu Mu followed Gu Zhao to the Gu family first.
After washing up for a while, the two handed the sign to the palace, telling the emperor that they were back, and then waited for the emperor to summon them.
The order to enter the palace was not sent, but the emperor specially sent the eunuch to come and told them to have a good rest at home today and come to the palace to talk after the morning court in the evening. Gu Zhao and Gu Mu naturally had no objection.
Seeing Gu Zhao and Gu Mu come back safe and sound, the eyes of the two elders of the Gu family and Li's were red. Although Gu Zhao often wrote back, in which he downplayed the affairs of Jiangnan, they had other ways to know about Jiangnan. The situation could not be as easy as Gu Zhao said. Not to mention other things, Master Liu almost had his whole family wiped out seven years ago, and now only Liu Cong is left.
After Song Ze and Ye Xiuming came back from the Yamen, they came to visit Gu Zhao and Gu Mu as soon as possible. They patted Gu Zhao on the shoulder and said that he was darker and thinner, but he was also taller. He had changed a lot from when he left Beijing. You can see the place. It can really train people, and they also hope to be local officials one day.
Although they wanted to talk to Gu Zhao all night long, they were tired all the way and had to go to the palace tomorrow, so they talked for a while and then left and met again another day.
After calculating the time on the second day, Gu Zhao and Gu Mu entered the palace together.
The emperor had just left the court, and he, Yao Shoufu and others were waiting for them. When Gu Zhao and Gu Mu were in Jiangnan, they reported everything to the emperor clearly, so there is no need to repeat what they did there, but The emperor was a little surprised but also very happy that the two could do it so neatly, otherwise he would not have been able to deal with Prince Ning and his son so quickly in the capital.
Years later, the capital beheaded a number of officials and removed some of their official hats. There were also a number of gentry in the Hanlin Academy who were added to the ranks of officials. Now, in the golden years of peace, the emperor has no shortage of people.
The emperor said happily: "Gu Aiqing has done a good job in Jiangnan. On the way back, Aiqing, have you ever thought about where you want to go on business after returning to Beijing?" When the
emperor was happy, there were six movies for Gu Zhao to choose from, and Yao Shoufu was by his side. Watching with a smile, he felt in his heart that from now on, the court will be dominated by young people. As long as nothing goes wrong, Gu Zhao will definitely have a seat in the cabinet in the future.
Gu Zhao didn't expect that the emperor would let him choose. He glanced at Gu Mu who was standing aside and said: "Your Majesty, I have gained a little experience in the local area this time. It's a pity that the time is short. It's better for your Majesty to send the generals again." Go and become an official."
Gu Mu was also a little surprised. He thought his brother would stay in the capital, but he didn't expect this choice. Then he frowned. Has his brother not changed his mind yet?
Other ministers were also surprised. They thought that Gu Zhao would choose to stay in the capital without hesitation and stay with His Majesty. Based on Your Majesty's regard for him, the road to promotion will be smooth in the future. But if he leaves the capital to become a local official, it will be short-term. It is difficult to achieve results in a short period of time. By then, I am afraid that other officials will replace Gu Zhao's position in His Majesty's mind, which is obviously not good for Gu Zhao.
The emperor was also a little surprised. He originally wanted Gu Zhao to gain experience in the Six Ministries. He previously stayed in the Ministry of Industry and could now go to other departments, such as the Ministry of Revenue, but he did not expect that Gu Zhao would be willing to go to the local government.
But since it is Gu Zhao's own wish, the emperor will not object. What he needs is capable ministers, and he also wants to train Gu Zhao in this direction. He will not only be an official in the capital, but also be able to govern an area when sent to the local area. common people.
The emperor thought for a moment and said, "Have you thought about where to go?"
Gu Zhao shook his head: "Not yet. I obey your majesty. I will go wherever your majesty wants me to go."
The emperor was very happy to hear this and immediately agreed. Next: "Okay, then let me think carefully about where to arrange for Aiqing to go." If
Gu Zhao is willing to go somewhere, then his arrangements need to be readjusted, and then Gu Zhao will be arranged to the most suitable place.
"My dear, please take a good rest with your family these days."
"Thank you, Your Majesty, for your understanding." Gu Zhao thanked him.
Gu Zhao was ordered to rest and left the palace happily, while Gu Mu stayed behind. The emperor still had many things to explain to him.
However, Gu Zhao couldn't get out of the palace gate. He was stopped on the way and changed his way to visit the newly born little emperor grandson. Yes, just when he and Gu Mu left Jiangnan, Yan Xiangxi finally gave birth. The emperor was overjoyed that the mother and son were safe, and gave the little grandson a name that day. Yes, the son of Princess Yongfu Yan Xiangxi and her consort Ning Yang was named Yan, and the whole city was in an uproar.
In fact, this result was unexpected but not surprising to the ministers. They thought that the emperor had hired a son-in-law for the princess, so wasn't it normal for the princess's child to follow her surname Yan? Moreover, the child born to the princess was a boy, so they were somewhat surprised. They breathed a sigh of relief. If another girl came, they didn't know if they would have to fight the emperor to the end.
Great for the little grandson. Then let the princess rule for a few years. When the little grandson comes of age, the imperial power will be transferred to the little grandson. The princess will play a transitional role. Well, that’s what many ministers think. Yes, otherwise there could be a better candidate? Didn't you know that Yan Xiangjin is now imprisoned together with his father, Prince Ning, and it will be difficult for him to come out in this life?
Gu Zhao learned the news when he arrived in Yao City. He also felt good when he learned that the princess gave birth to a boy. It was not that he favored sons over daughters, but that the birth of the little emperor's grandson meant a lot to the emperor, princess and all the ministers in the court. It can act as a buffer. As for whether the princess will do what they want in the future? At that time, the princess has the power, how can she let them make the decision? Moreover, in the next ten years or even longer, many changes will occur, and people's ideas will also change a lot.
As long as these ministers give in, they will know in the future that they will retreat step by step, and they will get used to it in the end, such as accepting a queen.
Gu Zhao met the little emperor's grandson and talked to the princess through the screen. The consort Ning Yang also had a happy face. He was doing his duty as a nanny. For him, it would be better if the child didn't have his last name. He didn't even want to be named Ning himself.
Gu Zhao didn't do anything else after leaving the palace. He spent time with his family. There shouldn't be any changes when he leaves the capital again. If he leaves, it won't be half a year. He has just been looking forward to coming back. His family had to accept the reality that he had been away from Beijing for several years, and Gu Zhao couldn't bear it.
However, officials from the Ministry of Industry were looking forward to Gu Zhao's return. As a result, he was not seen at the Ministry of Industry, so someone asked Ge Shangshu when Mr. Gu would return to the Ministry of Industry. Ge Shangshu smiled bitterly. It was very likely that Gu Zhao would return to the Ministry of Industry. Xiao, His Majesty clearly wants to reuse Gu Zhao.
Behind Ge Shangshu's back, the Minister of Hubu secretly ran to His Majesty, trying to get Gu Zhao into the Hubu. Gu Zhao's wealth-gathering ability is far from what he has shown so far. It would be a loss for such a capable person not to join the Hubu. , but the emperor replied to him and said that he still needed to think about it.
The Minister of Hubu got the word "consider", thinking that his wish would come true, but His Majesty even said that he would consider it. Doesn't this mean that he has the idea of letting Gu Zhao join the Hubu, so it will definitely be possible.
He walked too fast and did not see the subtle glances of Yao Shoufu and others. They had heard with their own ears that Gu Zhao wanted to go somewhere. The idea of the Secretary of the Ministry of Finance was good, but unfortunately it could not be realized for the time being. When Gu Zhao entered the Ministry of Finance, he had to at least wait for him. Come back from where you are.
Gu Zhao spent time with his family and friends, and waited until the palace gate was locked in the evening before Gu Mu came back. He still did not go back to his Viscount Mansion, but came to Gu Zhao, knowing that Gu Zhao was waiting for him.
The weather in the capital was much cooler than that in the south of the Yangtze River. Gu Zhao came over and touched Gu Mu's hand. It was still not cold: "Have you eaten? I'll ask someone to prepare some midnight snacks." "Okay,
let's talk while eating. ."
Gu Zhao went to the kitchen to let people prepare food. Gu Mu washed up and sat down at the table. Gu Mu picked up the chopsticks and looked at Gu Zhao seriously: "Brother, do you really want to go somewhere? Even if the conditions are not as good as those in Jiangnan. Is there a lot of difference?"
Gu Zhao patted his head: "Since I have to go to a local place, of course I am prepared to endure hardships. Moreover, with my current official position, I will not start from a county magistrate, so I will suffer too much."
No. Gu Zhaogao looked at himself, but he was now a fifth-grade Beijing official. When he got to the local level, he could only go up and not down. At the very least, he was a prefect. He asked: "So it's settled? Your Majesty wants to send me. Where are you going?"
Gu Mu didn't expect Gu Zhao to react so quickly. It seemed that he couldn't dissuade him anymore, so he had to say: "It's next door to the southwest."
Gu Zhao raised his eyebrows, which was consistent with his thoughts. In this way, we can give Gu Mu the greatest support when he needs it. He smiled and said, "Your Majesty really understands me. I want to go to such a place. What arrangements has your Majesty made for you?" "
Supervisor, Your Majesty, please I will serve as a supervisor, and I will go back as the heir apparent."
Gu Zhao frowned when he heard this: "Can you agree with that? Then it's quite dangerous for you to go back this time."
Gu Mu grabbed Gu Zhao's hand: "Brother, don't worry , I have made some preparations over the years, and His Majesty will also give me all his contacts. I will not fight alone, and besides, I don’t have my brother by my side to support me." Gu Zhao sighed: "Those
people, who Can you guarantee that you can still remain loyal?"
"I am mentally prepared. Whether those people can still be used will depend on the situation after they have passed. Moreover, my own title will also be promoted, and I will not pass without anyone around me."
What can Gu Zhao say? Just as Gu Mu couldn't dissuade him, he couldn't dissuade Gu Mu: "When will the trip take place?"
Gu Mu whispered a few words into Gu Zhao's ear. Gu Zhao understood. It was okay, so Gu Mu sneaked over first secretly. Taking a look at the situation, people over there probably wouldn't have thought that Gu Mu would have the guts to run there first. During this time, he might be able to do something to help Gu Mu.
The imperial edict would not be issued immediately, so after two days of rest, Gu Zhao went back to the Ministry of Works to make things. Anyway, before his transfer order was officially issued, he was actually an official of the Ministry of Works, so other officials in the court did not say anything when they saw this. What, many people thought he would continue to stay in the Ministry of Industry.
The emperor did not say anything and acquiesced to Gu Zhao's approach.
Chapter 316 Ping Nanbo
Half a month later, an imperial edict was delivered to Viscount Pingnan's house. Within a few moments, the contents of this edict spread throughout the capital, causing discussions among the dignitaries.
The emperor first promoted the title of Viscount Pingnan to Bo Pingnan, the second general Yan Mu was named the Crown Prince of the Southwest, and the third general sent the newly minted Crown Prince of the Southwest back to the Southwest, appointed him as the supervisor of the Southwest Army, and also sent angels to speed up the attack. Send the message to the southwest.
"I always hear him call himself Gu Mu. I almost forgot that his real name is Yan Mu. This time he is the legitimate Crown Prince of Southwest." "He
rose through the ranks too quickly, from baron to viscount, and now It's an earl again."
"So what about the earl, Gu, no, Yan Mu has made great contributions in Jiangnan this time. According to your majesty's favor for him, it is normal for him to be promoted to earl. And compared to the Southwest King, What does an earl mean? He will inherit the position of King of the Southwest in the future." "Whether he
can inherit or not is still a matter of debate. Although Yan Xiao in the Southwest does not have the name of the Crown Prince, he has already been recognized as the Crown Prince. This time, Your Majesty Putting Yan Mu back, it is clear that he will take action against the southwest side. The outcome of Yan Mu is still unknown." "Yes
, the king of Southwest has made it clear that he pays more attention to his eldest son, and he has not treated Yan Mu, his legitimate son, in recent years. Wen Buwen, Yan Xiao has been operating in the southwest for so many years, and the king of Southwest is on the side. Yan Mu will be able to use his tricks when he returns." "
Hush, is it so easy to get His Majesty's favor? Isn't it all just for this? One day."
These words made several other people sigh. The emperor clearly wanted the father and son brothers of the Southwest Prince to fight together so that the emperor could reap the benefits of the fishermen in the capital. No matter what happened to Yan Mu, the emperor would not be too happy. Big loss.
"Look outside, Yan Mu, no, Uncle Ping Nan has already set off to the southwest." Someone ran into the restaurant and shouted loudly.
The diners in the restaurant looked out one after another. It was more convenient for the guests at the windows upstairs. As soon as they poked their heads out, they saw hundreds of cavalry not far away guarding a carriage in the middle, marching solemnly on the street. The carriage Hanging on it is the newly released Ping Nanbo logo.
"You actually set off so soon?"
"With the imperial edict, it's impossible for Uncle Ping Nan to delay even if he wants to." "
Look, the curtains have been lifted, huh? Isn't that Master Gu Zhaogu? How could he do that? On the carriage?"
"I don't want to think about the relationship between Lord Gu and Uncle Ping Nan. Uncle Ping Nan is going to the southwest. How could Lord Gu not send him off? This is to send Uncle Ping Nan out of the city." "
The matter in Jiangnan. There must be some credit for Uncle Ping Nan, and some credit for Mr. Gu. Uncle Ping Nan has been granted the title, so why is Mr. Gu so silent?" "
It's not obvious that His Majesty wants to increase capital for Uncle Ping Nan. Although Mr. Gu has contributed a lot, It's not small, but his promotion speed has been fast enough. Now he is a fifth-rank official. Is it possible that he has to rise further?"
Gu Zhao just opened the curtain and looked out for a few times, then put it down again. What details were there in the carriage? Outsiders don’t know what the situation is, but some people say that they vaguely saw that the person next to Gu Zhao was none other than the newly minted Uncle Ping Nan. Others said that Mr. Gu was seeing Uncle Ping Nan off, so how could Uncle Ping Nan not be in the carriage? Here, where could Uncle Ping Nan be if he wasn't in the carriage? Isn't this a joke?
Only Gu Zhao and Gu Mu know the real situation, and of course His Majesty and the Princess are also included.
Gu Zhao did not stop until he had sent the traveling team ten miles outside the capital. When he saw the team disappearing from his sight, he turned around and returned to the capital with Shi Mao. As he rode through the street, there were restaurants and teahouses on both sides. People were not surprised to see him again, but they still talked for a while when they saw the direction he was going, because he went directly to the Southwest Palace in the capital, obviously to visit the Southwest Princess.
"I heard that Princess Southwest is ill, and all the royal doctors in the palace have gone there. Master Gu and Uncle Nannan have a very close relationship, so it is reasonable for Uncle Nannan to visit the princess on behalf of Uncle
Nannan." "Alas, Princess Southwest finally left the southwest. It was only when I returned to the capital that I found peace. I didn’t expect that my only son would have to go to the southwest again. The princess was already in poor health, and her condition will get worse."
When Gu Zhao left the palace, he was sent out by the nun beside the princess. When the imperial doctor came out, he also shook his head and sighed, making everyone who saw it convinced again that the princess's health was really not good.
When Mrs. Gu and Mrs. Li came back that night, they asked Gu Zhao how the princess was doing and whether they wanted to visit the princess.
Li Shi can best understand the feelings of the princess. The princess is not as good as her. Because of her status as a princess and her poor health, she cannot move around much and rarely leaves the palace. She thought that in the beginning, Yongning Hou was still in front of her. The dress showed respect for her, and the Southwest King wished that the princess would quickly make room for another woman in the royal family.
Gu Zhao couldn't tell the truth, so he had to comfort his elders: "It's still the same old problem. The imperial doctor has told her to rest. Your Majesty is also very concerned about the princess's health and has to check on her from time to time. Mom and dad, don't worry too much." Mrs.
Gu He sighed: "How could such a good child end up with such a father? The princess is also a good woman, so the prince is blind and confused. He will regret it sooner or later."
Gu Zhao nodded in agreement: "Yes, I will definitely do it in the future. You will regret it, the wood may be dry."
Mrs. Gu slapped her son: "Don't call her son wood anymore, Mu'er is now Uncle Ping Nan, uncle."
Gu Zhao laughed, but said he was not worried. impossible.
His transfer order will come soon. Taking advantage of the last moment, in addition to spending time with his family, he also got together with friends. In addition to Song Ze, Ye Xiuming and other Jinshi in the same field, he also invited Song Cheng and others to have a meal. , these are his personal connections.
Song Cheng was not stupid. After drinking a few glasses of wine, he guessed: "What do you mean, do you want to leave the capital again?"
Gu Zhao also admitted straightforwardly: "Yes, the transfer order will come soon, and I will go to the local government to serve as an official." , Why don’t you take this last moment to ask Brother Song for some experience.”
“You are really blessed.” In Song Cheng’s view, Gu Zhao would definitely go somewhere he wanted, and as a friend, of course he could only I support Gu Zhao’s choice.
I think back then, when he was the prefect of Qingling Prefecture, Gu Zhao was just a scholar rushing to take the exam. He had not even passed the scholar exam at the earliest. But in just a few years, Gu Zhao was almost on an equal footing with him, and he might have to rush for it in the future. Although he was superior to him, Song Cheng was also convinced, seeing how well he and Gu Mu worked together in Jiangnan.
Gu Zhao smiled: "While I'm still young, I want to walk around and exercise more. When I get older, I might not be able to walk anymore." Upon hearing what Gu Zhao said, Song Cheng lowered his head and looked at it suspiciously.
I wonder if he belongs to the category of young people who cannot walk as Gu Zhao calls him. Seeing him like this, Gu Zhao was even more happy.
He and Song Cheng have always kept in touch, including visiting Mrs. Song's natal family during the New Year, but this time they said goodbye, I don't know when they will meet again next time.
Seeing that there was no movement from Gu Zhao, everyone murmured privately. He took a trip to the south of the Yangtze River and offended many people. However, the fall of Prince Ning and his son had something to do with him and Gu Mu, but no benefits were gained. arrive? Furthermore, Gu Zhao was busy in the Ministry of Industry a few days ago, and many people were looking forward to him coming up with something new. But seeing that he was already busy, and still had time to eat and drink with friends, could it be that this time he was busy for nothing? field?
Gu Zhao didn't know what they were guessing. His family had already informed his elders and the Li family. In fact, they were also mentally prepared. Neither Gu Zhao nor Song Ze could stay in the capital and be officials in the capital. They wanted to keep climbing up. , you must have experience and experience in running a place. Yao Shoufu and the others have not come this way.
Of course, Mother Song, the two elders of the Gu family, and Mr. Li didn't dare to think at such a high level. Ms. Li was still thinking about following her son, but Ruyi's workshop was getting bigger and bigger, and its business was booming. If you put aside this She followed her son regardless of everything. Li could not make such a determination, but she was worried that her son would be alone.
Li Shi hesitated and couldn't make up his mind, but Gu Zhao saw Li Shi's thoughts and made a suggestion to Li Shi.
"Mother, when I get to the local government, why don't you fund me to open a branch of Ruyi Workshop there? This can also be regarded as a political achievement of mine." Mrs. Li was delighted when she heard this: "Really
?"
Gu Zhao said with a smile. : "Of course, my son will go over there first and inspect the market over there. Then mother will send someone like a manager to take charge of the branch." Mrs. Li felt
happy in her heart and did not give up on such a career. , and being able to take care of his son at the same time, it couldn't be better: "Okay, then I will wait for Zhao'er's letter in Beijing." On the
third day of this conversation, Gu Zhao was called into the palace, and when he came out again, he He was about to officially take office, and it didn't take long for his new appointment to spread among the powerful.
"Your Majesty actually sent Gu Zhao to a remote place like Yaochang Mansion? Couldn't it be because Your Majesty is dissatisfied with him?" "It's also possible
that Gu Zhao has been too busy since he became an official in the court. It's too high-profile. I really think His Majesty will like such a high-profile?"
"How could he not like it? How much revenue he has added to the national treasury alone. Look at the cement roads paved in the capital, as well as the glass windows and glass installed in our homes. Mirror, look at the officials in the Ministry of Household Affairs, who is still looking sad? How could the superiors not like such a minister?" "
Then why do you think His Majesty sent him to such a remote place?"
"Perhaps he really wanted to call Gu Gu. Zhao went to work."
There were also many people who were not familiar with the geography of the Great Zhou Dynasty. They specially found a map to find out where Yaochang Mansion was located. After seeing it clearly, they were surprised and went back and forth. The journey alone would take a lot of time. It is hard to doubt whether His Majesty sent him to such a place intentionally to embarrass him.
The officials of the Ministry of Personnel could not interfere with this, and his uncles were ministers in the Ministry of Personnel. Others could not do it even if they wanted to. It was obvious that this was directly appointed by His Majesty.
Chapter 317 Yaochang Mansion
Uncle Li came to see his nephew as soon as he got the news. He also wondered whether Gu Zhao had annoyed His Majesty, so much so that His Majesty sent him to such a far place. He thought that he and his second brother were not the same at the beginning. After Yu was exiled, it took many years before he could return to the capital.
Gu Zhao didn't even tell the truth to the two elders of the Gu family and the Li family, but if his uncle didn't tell the truth, he might not be able to pass the test, so Gu Zhao explained the reason for going there in a low voice, and Uncle Li was shocked. No matter what, it turns out that my nephew went there mainly to cooperate with the actions in the southwest.
Yaochang Mansion is indeed not too far from the southwest boundary. If the road is clear, it can be reached by horseback in a day or two. Uncle Li has no way to comment on this reason, but the worry in his heart is even worse: "It's too dangerous. , that kind of place has a complicated environment, and you have to support it. How can you let your mother and the Gu family relax?"
Gu Zhao said helplessly: "Uncle, now that the transfer order has been issued, I won't go to take up my post. No, I didn’t tell the truth to the Gu family and my mother. In the future, my uncle will have to look after me. I told them that just because the place is poorer, it will be easier for me to achieve results after I go there. Don’t worry, uncle, I will take care of you. Those who go there with few people will definitely put their own safety first, and he may come back in three years."
Uncle Li also knew that it was too late to dissuade him, and it was impossible to really tell Gu Zhao not to take up his post. That would be a serious crime of deceiving the emperor. He wants to ruin his entire future: "You, you are determined to get me, right? Just wait, I will compile a list of connections, and you will bring it with you to see if you can use it." "
Thank you, uncle."
Li Da My uncle has no choice but to help his nephew as much as possible so that he can feel more relaxed when he takes office. At least he must go well and come back well. Moreover, he has to admit that his nephew does have some abilities. Unexpectedly, the second brother's side is developing better and better because of his nephew's methods. Maybe when it comes to Yaochang Mansion, the nephew can also develop Yaochang Mansion.
Uncle Li had many years of experience as a local official, as well as the connections he had made in the local area. All these were sorted out and handed over to his nephew. In fact, the border town where he was an official before was not too far from Yaochang Mansion, so he Maybe his personal connections can really help Gu Zhao.
There are also those materials given to Gu Zhao. Gu Zhao is very satisfied. In fact, Yaochang Mansion is not too far from the border. There is no way. The border line of the Zhou Dynasty is too long. The materials compiled by Uncle Li include He also handed over the Li family's caravan there to Gu Zhao, asking him to assign those people if he had anything to do.
Gu Zhao sighed in his heart, no wonder people in this era attach great importance to family. Gu Zhao can enjoy a lot of benefits from his uncle's help. It really helped him a lot during his trip to Yaochang Mansion. Gu Zhao is sincerely grateful to him. uncle for his strong support.
What he said to the two elders of the Gu family and the Li family was exactly what he said in front of Uncle Li, that is, it was easy to achieve results, but it was not easy to achieve results in wealthy places. After repeated assurances, he left the capital while everyone was reluctant to leave. , went to Yaochang Mansion to take up his post.
Song Ze and Ye Xiuming were also among those seeing him off. Ye Xiuming looked a little distracted as he looked at the direction Gu Zhaoyuan was going.
"Brother Ye?"
Ye Xiuming came back to his senses and said, "There is no look of disappointment on Brother Gu's face, but full of confidence. I have reason to believe that Brother Gu will soon make achievements in Yaochang Mansion. Brother Song , do you think I should also seek an official position abroad?"
Song Ze said in surprise: "Brother Ye also wants to be sent abroad?"
Ye Xiuming smiled and said: "I can't compare to Brother Gu's ambition, a place like Yaochang Mansion It’s too difficult for me. I want to find a county nearer to gain some experience first. Brother Song will stay in the capital and convey the news from the capital to us. By the way, every issue of the Beijing News will have to be given to us. Send a copy."
Song Ze also laughed when he heard this: "Of course."
Song Ze's current position means that he will not be able to leave the capital in a short time. The path he takes is different from Gu Zhaoye Xiuming. He also hopes to be able to support Gu Zhao and the others in the capital.
Gu Zhao brought a lot of people with him on this trip. Shi Mao and his two men would definitely follow Gu Zhao. Before Gu Mu left, he left several capable guards for Gu Zhao, plus Master Fan and Master Fan. There were more than ten people in his entourage. Master Fan's family members stayed in the capital. He was mentally prepared to follow Gu Zhao to Yaochang Mansion and suffer hardships. There was no need for his wife and children. Why did Gu Zhao go to Yaochang Mansion? He didn't hide much from Master Fan. Master Fan also took the time to familiarize himself with the information given by Uncle Li. Yaochang Mansion must be very different from Jiangnan.
On the way, Master Fan exclaimed: "I didn't expect that the official road leading to the border would be built so quickly. It's a pity that this road will always come to an end."
They took a lot of detours, first going north and then west. But the time spent on the road will not increase much, because this official road is the latest cement road built by the imperial court, and the speed of traveling is much faster.
Gu Zhao said: "Maybe when we come back, there will be concrete official roads leading directly to the capital." "
Could the imperial court have built all the official roads by then?"
Gu Zhao smiled: "We don't have to rely on the imperial court. We can do a lot of things locally. If you want to be rich, you must build roads first. If Yaochang Mansion wants to develop, this road must be built."
Mr. Fan repeatedly chewed on what Gu Zhao said, "If you want to be rich, build roads first." With these six words, I feel more and more what Gu Zhao said makes sense. Road construction may be very troublesome for other officials, but it is not too difficult for Gu Zhao. No matter how many cement roads have been built in Jiangnan, For the workshop, just come again when you get to Yaochang Mansion.
Thinking about the wealthy businessmen in Jiangnan who regarded Gu Zhao as the God of Wealth, Master Fan felt that Yaochang Mansion might not be difficult for Gu Zhao. Thinking of this, Master Fan also looked forward to Yaochang Mansion.
The Cement Official Road was very fast to walk on. Once we got off the Cement Official Road, the speed slowed down. However, Gu Zhao was not in a hurry. Instead, he walked slowly and learned about the customs and customs along the way. He spent a lot of time on the road. It took them a month to enter the boundaries of Yaochang Mansion. The scenery they saw along the way was very obvious. The further away from the capital, the more backward they seemed. Even if they were mentally prepared, when they saw the city walls and gates of Yaochang Mansion, I was also stunned. If a foreign enemy attacks from this place, how long can the city gates and walls last?
Gu Zhao did not reveal his identity directly, but disguised himself as a traveling merchant and entered the city gate. Gu Zhao served as the prefect of Yaochang Prefecture this time. His rank was from the fourth grade. The jurisdiction of this prefecture was smaller than the original one. The Qingling Mansion is much bigger, but what you see when you enter the city is that not only it is a day and a place different from Jiangnan, but it is also incomparable to the Qingling Mansion.
The buildings are dilapidated, and most of the people in the city have yellow complexions and gray clothes. Many people are still wearing patches and are rushing around with a sad look on their faces.
It was also the first time for Mr. Fan to see such a dilapidated city. This situation was far beyond his expectation, and he felt that the burden on his shoulders was not light.
Gu Zhao was very emotional when he saw it, but he did not regret choosing this place. As a citizen of the Zhou Dynasty, he had one more lifetime of memories than others, and he also had a personal space to accompany him. He hoped to do his best to Do something to live up to your conscience.
"Spread out and find an inn to stay at. Let's inquire about the situation in the city first. Don't rush to the government office." Gu Zhao only knew that the original prefect of Yaochang Prefecture died of illness a few months ago. The highest-ranking official here is currently the prefect's deputy. Tongzhi, an official named Fang.
Gu Zhao only took Shi Mao and two people walking on the street. They looked like rich boys out for fun. After walking down a street, the scenery in front of him gradually changed. Gu Zhao was not surprised. No matter how poor the place, there must be rich people. People, the gap between the rich and the poor may not shrink, it may even get wider.
The clothes of the pedestrians on the road here were obviously much better than those they saw when they first entered the city. Some people were wearing silk and satin. After entering the city, they also saw people of a foreign race, different from the people in the Central Plains. Regarding this, Gu Zhao Not that he was surprised, but others, even if they were mentally prepared, were still very surprised.
After searching for half a circle, the three of them finally found the inn that Gu Zhao was looking for. They went in and asked the waiter and found the person Gu Zhao was looking for, a steward named Zhao from the Li family caravan. He came to Yaochang City in one step and inquired about news for Gu Zhao. It was much more convenient for him to come from the border town.
Manager Zhao quickly welcomed Mr. Biao into the courtyard where they rented, and first treated Gu Zhao to refreshments and water to wash up.
Manager Zhao seemed to be very shrewd and explained the situation to Gu Zhao while he was washing up: "I brought people here after receiving the letter from the master. It has been half a month. Not to mention that I know the situation here well, but on the surface We have all understood the situation. Young Master Biao, it is not easy to be an official in Yaochang Mansion."
Manager Zhao also did not expect that Young Master Biao would come to Yaochang Mansion to serve as an official, especially since Young Master Biao is still so young, unlike the old master He was sent to the border town.
Gu Zhao smiled and said: "If it's easy to do, I probably won't be here. Now that I'm here, I still have to think of ways to do it well."
Manager Zhao immediately said: "I was wrong, now I'm talking about this It's really not appropriate. Young Master Biao will have some refreshments first and listen to Zhao talk about the situation in the city while doing so." "
Okay, I'll take charge of the matter, Zhao." Gu Zhao said politely.
"Where is it?" Manager Zhao was also very happy. Young Master Biao didn't seem to be a difficult person to get in touch with, and he had a good temper. No wonder the master valued him and asked their caravan staying in the border town to follow Young Master Biao's arrangements.
Manager Zhao made it very specific. There was no need to report good news or bad news to Young Master Biao. After all, Young Master Biao would stay here for at least three years, and more likely two terms of six years. Even if he didn't talk about these situations, sooner or later he would be here. The young master's cousin must find out.
When Manager Zhao was talking, Gu Zhao interrupted from time to time: "You said that the original prefect could not control anything, and that Fang Tongzhi did most of the things? What is his origin?" "
Fang Tongzhi is a local Born in a wealthy family, he climbed up to his current position of Tongzhi step by step after passing the imperial exams. This is also because Yaochang Mansion is too remote and not many officials are willing to be sent here, so this Fangtongzhi can sit in this position."
Chapter 318 Southwest King
The situation here is worse than Gu Zhao expected. According to Manager Zhao, it is difficult for local scholars to compare with those in other places. Even though Tongzhi Guanfang was admitted to the Juren Examination, his level of Juren is not comparable to that of the same Juren. Compared with the masters, there is definitely a huge gap. There is almost no need to compete with the candidates from other provinces. The possibility of being admitted to the Jinshi is very slim.
Because the situation here in Yaochang Prefecture is complicated, important officials such as Tongzhi who assist the prefect also tend to use local people. Of course, this will inevitably lead to native-born officials becoming more powerful. Knowing these situations, there is no need for Zhao to take charge. It shows that Gu Zhao can also imagine how powerful the Fang family is in the local area.
"In addition to the Fang family, the Yaochang Mansion also has the Zuo family, the Hao family and the Yan family, all of which are wealthy local families. The climate in Yaochang Mansion is dry and lacks water and rain. There are not many fields that can be cultivated for food. But according to my estimate, there are about eight Ninety percent of the capital is concentrated in the hands of these four families. The other people have no choice but to rent their fields, so they can barely survive." "There is only
one river in Yaochang Prefecture, but most of the time it is the dry season. When it is dry, the people in the city need to spend money to buy water, and most of the wells in the city are also in the hands of those four families. It can be said that most of the people in the city depend on those four families for their livelihood." "
In the past, this was There are many passing merchants in Yaochang City, including those from foreign races, who come to buy and sell goods. But I don’t know when, horse thieves from outside often wreak havoc in this area, which makes those merchants reluctant to come to Yaochang Mansion. After all, this is not The best place for trading. But I heard a rumor, I don't know if it is true or not."
Gu Zhao guessed in surprise: "Is this horse thief still related to those four families?"
Manager Zhao looked at Gu in surprise. Zhao Zhao glanced outside, then carefully looked outside, and whispered: "I have indeed heard such rumors, and these four families have their own caravans and do business with foreign races outside the country, but it is almost rare to hear about their business. The team was robbed by horse thieves."
Gu Zhao frowned: "What about the local garrison here? Didn't they try to deal with those horse thieves?"
Manager Zhao still suppressed his voice and said: "There is a junior from this Fang family who is in the military camp now. They have been a member of a thousand households, and the horse thieves often robbed waves and then left, so they came and went without a trace. No one knows where their lair is." Gee, this is tantamount to saying that
officials, businessmen and bandits are colluding together. , No, we may need to add an army. Of course, Gu Zhao still has reservations and needs further confirmation. But just from what he heard, Gu Zhao understood why the officials of the imperial court were unwilling to come here. The situation here It’s not at all easier than Jiangnan, and it’s even more complicated. After all, compared with Jiangnan, this is where the real sky is high and the emperor is far away. According to the scene described by Manager Zhao, these four families, especially the Fang family, are said to be the best in the local area. It is not an exaggeration to say that the local emperor is the emperor.
However, the more difficult it was, the more it aroused Gu Zhao's fighting spirit. He did not believe that he could not defeat the wealthy families in this place with the imperial court as his backing.
After talking to Manager Zhao for a while and eating some food, Gu Zhao and Shi Mao rested first. After a tiring journey, Gu Zhao felt that he had to make sure he was healthy first, otherwise he would lose more than he gained by exhausting himself first. .
When Manager Zhao saw that he had told so many things, Master Biao became calm after being a little flustered at first. He even took the initiative to ask some questions that had nothing to do with the four families. In the end, he washed up and went to bed with great concern. Manager Zhao felt that maybe Young Master Biao must be confident. Even if they are in the border town, they also know something about Gu Zhao's situation. For example, the soap and soap are transported from the mainland to the border town and are particularly popular, and the rubber tires and recently released rubber-soled shoes can The quantity sent to the border towns is extremely limited and they are very popular. As for the glass products and glass mirrors, they are not available in the border towns. If one or two of them appear, it will cause a sensation.
That palm-sized glass mirror can be sold for more than ten times or even dozens of times in the border towns, and these are all related to young cousin Gu Zhao, so Manager Zhao thought, even if these four families hold the most important local Lifeline, but Young Master Biao must be able to find another way to revitalize the economy of Yaochang Mansion.
Gu Zhao didn't think about anything after going to bed. How to revitalize the local economy requires a more detailed inspection of Yaochang Mansion and the surrounding area. He had some preliminary ideas on the way here, but whether they can be realized depends on the specific situation. .
However, the environment here is really bad, the wind and sand are very strong, and when he washes, he feels that there is sand in his nose.
southwest.
When Gu Zhao arrived at Yaochang Mansion, the large army that had set out from the capital before him had just arrived in the southwest. This was because this army was not a light vehicle consisting of more than a dozen people like Gu Zhao and others. Of course, the decree from the capital had already been sent. Arriving at the Southwest Palace, it caused quite an uproar in Yinan City, the most important city in the Southwest.
The dignitaries in the capital all know that Yan Xiao, the eldest son of the Southwest King, although he does not have the title of heir apparent, has long been recognized as an heir. The local wealthy families and dignitaries have also regarded Yan Xiao as the future Southwest King for a long time. He and the local forces They had long been entangled with each other, and now a sudden imperial edict to confer the crown prince fell on them. Of course, it caused a huge response. Many people came to the Southwest King to protest and asked if this was what he meant. If Yan Mu is the crown prince, where should Yan Xiao be placed?
Yan Zhongshan was equally overwhelmed by such an imperial edict, but he also felt that what was supposed to come would eventually come. He knew very well that the emperor in the capital had been dissatisfied with Southwest for a long time, and now this imperial edict and Yan Mu's return were... a signal.
"This is not what I mean at all. Not long ago, I handed Xiaoer a letter asking for the title of Crown Prince. However, as before, it was suppressed by His Majesty. This time, the title is the same as yours. It is an imperial decree. I only found out when I arrived, but the emperor's orders are hard to disobey, so what can I do?" "
What? The emperor in the capital has been dissatisfied with us in the southwest for a long time, so we might as well turn against him. We support the prince and stand on our own feet. I I don't believe that the emperor can send troops to attack us."
"Okay, what's wrong with a big boss like you? He's just a boy with hair that hasn't even grown yet. I really thought he could inherit the throne after he got it. The southwest throne? When he comes, the southwest will fall into our hands, why not let him be honest and obedient? I think your reaction is too big, is it necessary?" "Your
Majesty, what is Yan Mu'er doing now ? What's the situation? He is the prince's biological son."
Yan Zhongshan blushed when he mentioned this. It can be said that he is becoming more and more unfamiliar with this son. In the past few years, he has been staying in the capital and has not even written a letter. There was no contact, and he often forgot about his son. It could be said that he had almost forgotten what his son looked like now.
"Okay, you won't be able to see him until he comes back. In my opinion, let's wait until Mu'er comes back." "
Okay, you are the prince, and he is the prince's son. Naturally, the prince has the final say."
These subordinates of the Southwest King are easy to comfort, but it is difficult for Yan Xiao's mother clan to suppress their anger. Who would have thought that after a few years, this kid would still be back alive and kicking.
Zhu Congxue was the woman Yan Zhongshan wanted to marry most at the beginning. However, an imperial edict in the palace granted the current princess as his main wife, and Zhu Congxue could only become his side wife. Of course, over the years, she and her son Yan Xiao Tingtang, although she does not have the name of the royal wife, but in the Southwest Realm and the Southwest Palace, who does not think that she is the real mistress of this palace. As for the sick son Yan Zhongshan married back from the capital, because of these years She is no longer here, and few people remember her.
After Zhu Congxue was forced to follow Yan Zhongshan and received the imperial edict from the capital, she became furious. She wanted to run to the capital and kill the woman. If she wasn't that woman, how could she be Yan Zhongshan's concubine? How could her son be reduced to Bastard, all this should have belonged to her and her son, but that woman in Jingli took everything away.
Zhu Congxue looked at her son and said, "Don't worry, my concubine will definitely kill that little bitch this time. It's useless for your father to stop me. I want to see that the little bitch is gone." What can the emperor in the palace do to us! It's because your father has been indecisive these years and can't make up his mind. Otherwise, how could we in the southwest be under the control of the capital."
Yan Xiao was also very upset about this matter. In private, many people directly called him Prince Master, but now this imperial edict was like a slap in his face, and many people were laughing at him secretly: "Mother, my father cannot make the decision on this matter. Even if the father doesn’t want to rebel, then we can force the father to rebel. Will the father be able to kidnap us mother and son to the capital to plead guilty?”
Zhu Congxue’s eyes lit up: “Yes, Xiao’er, you are right. , Concubine, I will go to your grandpa and uncle to discuss it. You can also serve snacks to your in-law family. The Jiao family and the Jiao family are still useful. Those Yingying Yanyan are just playthings. When you officially inherit the position of Southwest King, you want to How many women are there? Big things are important right now, you know?"
It was also because Yan Xiao wanted to stabilize his position that he followed his mother's wishes and married Jiao, the daughter of the Jiao family. However, he didn't like this woman at all in his heart. He shared the same feelings with his father Wang Similarly, before the legitimate son was born, the concubine's concubine came out first, which made the Jiao family quite dissatisfied, and the relationship between the Jiao family and the Zhu family became somewhat alienated.
Yan Zhongshan responded by reprimanding his son. Yan Xiao was willing to marry Jiao, which was different from his original situation when he was reluctant and had no choice, so he should be given enough respect. Of course, the more Yan Zhongshan reprimanded, the more Yan Xiao became upset. Xiao was dissatisfied, but at this moment Zhu Congxue's words were taken into his heart. The mother-in-law was right. For the time being, he could just coax the woman. The Jiao family still had something useful. When the power came into his own hands one day, What does one Jiao family mean?
Chapter 319 Fang Tongzhi
When the team escorting the Crown Prince of Southwest arrived at the gate of Yinan City, no one came to greet them. The team was still led by Guard Xia. See what was unclear about this battle. They had already sent the news through the inn. If he really valued the people coming from the imperial court or took Yan Mu seriously, someone would have been waiting here for a long time.
This was clearly done on purpose, to give them a warning and tell them that the power of the capital was of no use in this southwest boundary, and even a dragon would have to be reined in when it came here.
Guard Xia waved his hand and ordered: "Enter the city!"
"Yes."
Of course, the people guarding the city did not dare to stop them, and they could not stop them. However, after this group of people entered the city, they and the people who went in and out of the city gate started talking.
After reading the documents, they knew the identity of this group of people. They were escorting the real legitimate son of their Southwest King back to the Southwest, and they were also the supervisors of the Southwest Army.
"I almost forgot about the young master. I didn't expect that he would come back one day. Unfortunately, he didn't even show his face. He was hiding in the carriage. Is it because he looks shameful?" "It's a joke. It is said
that he is. Hey, after all, we are not from the southwest, and we have been away from the southwest for so long, so of course we will be acclimatized, and we don’t know what we want to do when we come back. The eldest son of Yan, who is both civil and military, is the one who is qualified to assume the position of the heir apparent. "
Maybe it's some kind of soft-footed shrimp. The emperor in the capital is just making blind decisions. He originally wished that the princess and our prince would be a perfect match, but the emperor in the capital broke up her. What does the princess look like in the back? She's so weak." How can someone without Jingfeng be a good match for our prince?"
In fact, Yan Zhongshan sent someone to pick up Yan Mu. After all, Yan Mu is also his son. Now that he is back, he can't deny him any face. Other issues will be discussed later. He tried to find a way to solve it when he was his son, but unfortunately he was stopped by his concubine and his most valued son, so that there was no one at the city gate, let alone a place to live.
Of course, this team did not go to the Southwest Palace after entering the city. Instead, they moved directly into a large house slightly farther inside the city, and then stood still. The people who had been staring at them were dumbfounded. Here are a few of them. mean?
They didn't realize that one night, several figures slipped into the house. The next day, the newly minted prince of the Southwest, Prince Superintendent, led his people to the military camp with a swagger, carrying a message that the emperor had appointed him as the supervisor. The people in the military camp really didn't dare to stop him because of the imperial edict. Otherwise, wouldn't it be openly defying the capital and not obeying the emperor's orders? What's the difference between that and rebellion?
The King of Southwest finally thought of his son: "Where is Mu'er? Since you are back, why don't you come to see me, your father?"
The people around him said they didn't know how to answer. Yan Zhongshan didn't know that there was something wrong with this look. , after questioning, he found out that his eldest son and his concubine had done some good deeds. No one went to pick him up, so his legitimate son did not come back to the palace.
Yan Zhongshan suddenly had a headache, but then he thought about it. If Yan Mu returned to the palace, he would definitely not be able to get along with his concubine and Xiao Er, and there would even be conflicts. It would be better to live far away first.
Yan Zhongshan turned around and asked someone to send Yan Mu a bunch of belongings and a few villagers as compensation for letting him live outside. As soon as he sent him away, someone came from the military camp and told him about Yan Mu going to the military camp. Yan Zhongshan's face turned dark. Before he could communicate with Yan Mu, he went to the military camp directly and had to rush to the military camp.
Yaochang Mansion.
Gu Zhao, who had slept well in the inn, energetically began to observe the city with his own eyes. He took Shi Mao and the two of them through the streets and alleys of the city, even the slums, and even went to the city. After wandering around a lot, Master Fan also used his own methods to inquire about various news in the city, hoping to provide Gu Zhao with feasible suggestions.
In the house, people from the Zuo, Hao and Yan families gathered here, and they were discussing the topic of the new magistrate. For them, of course, it is best for the new magistrate to be more obedient and let them stand alone. Anyway, it will be three years. Once that happens, the prefect may be able to leave office, which will be good for them and the new prefect.
"Brother Fang, have you heard anything about Mr. Gu? What's going on with him? Why did I hear that he still has a title?"
Yaochang Mansion is too far away from the capital. As a local wealthy family, they He shows off his power in the local area, but he may not have much power outside this area, so if he wants to inquire about news far away in the capital, it is not as useful as Fang Tongzhi. After all, he is in the officialdom and has his own connections.
The brother they call Fang Jixin is over forty years old. Among the four families present, he is the most elegant. With the aura cultivated in the officialdom, he is also the most eye-catching. Fang Jixin squinted and said with a smile: " It’s just a newly admitted Jinshi who was admitted last year. I don’t know how he got into His Majesty’s eyes and gained His Majesty’s attention. However, he was able to sit in the position of prefect in more than a year. Don’t worry, I’ve heard about it. He is just a young man in his early twenties. When he comes to our place, what else can he do except listen to us?"
"So young?"
"Last year's new Jinshi?"
Everyone was shocked to hear this. The Jinshis in their early twenties were shocked. , which is unimaginable to them, is Fang Jixin, who waited until his early thirties to pass the exam. He knew that he had no hope of becoming a Jinshi in this life, so he simply gave up going to Beijing to take the exam. Fang Jixin was very proud, but he was not a Jinshi. so what? Many Jinshi who were older than him were still holding the position of county magistrate, but he was the only one who sat in the position of magistrate.
At the same time, he was jealous of an orthodox Jinshi-born official like Gu Zhao. Didn't he just lack the status of a Jinshi, otherwise it would be Gu Zhao, a young official, to be the prefect? No matter how powerful he was, he knew in his heart that his career as a co-intellect had come to an end and he could no longer advance his official career. Therefore, he increasingly wanted to seize the power in his hands and become the local emperor of Yaochang Mansion.
Fang Jixin glanced at them lightly: "Why are you surprised? There are many young Jinshis in their twenties in the capital. Do you think they are all the same as our Yaochang Mansion? But they will be sent to our place, which means that this surname Gu's boy is not very important in His Majesty's mind. Let's wait and see when he comes. You must know that there are many situations where officials from outside are not acclimatized to our Yaochang Mansion." "Then
follow what Brother Fang said." One by one. After listening to Fang Jixin's words, I began to look down upon the new prefect who was coming. Yes, he was just in his early twenties. Although he passed the Jinshi examination, he might just be a nerd who could only read. When he arrived in their territory Can you beat them? So we had to do whatever we had to do. At most, let the people guarding the city pay attention and give them a message when the new prefect arrived, so that they could observe closely what kind of person the young prefect was.
While they were discussing in the house, Gu Zhao and Shi Mao walked in the wasteland in the suburbs. Not far away was a local guide hired by Manager Zhao for them. Otherwise, if they wanted to move around here, they wouldn't even know the language. Can't communicate.
Shi Mao and the two were surprised by the scenery they saw: "I didn't expect it to be so desolate. Even if this kind of wasteland is reclaimed, no food can be grown."
Gu Zhao didn't pay attention to what they said, his attention was focused on the grass growing on the ground. On a small grass, Shi Dingshan saw it and asked curiously: "What are you looking at, sir?"
Gu Zhao pulled up the grass with yellow flowers from the ground: "Ask the guide what kind of grass is this? Is it abundant here?"
Although Shi Mao and Shi Mao were surprised that Gu Zhao would pay attention to a weed, they did not agree with Gu Zhao's instructions and called the guide over.
Although the guide could speak Mandarin, his speech was not very standard. It was mixed with local dialects and could barely be understood. He even spoke and gestured to let Gu Zhao know that this was a very common weed in the wasteland, a type of dandelion. Not much use.
The guide thought that Gu Zhao was a young man from outside. It seemed strange to him that a young man from such a big place would be curious about the weeds in the wasteland. This kind of weeds grew on the roadside and they didn't even step on it. Only a young man like this can pull it up if he is willing to step on it.
Gu Zhao didn't miss his look, but he didn't care. He pinched the roots of the weed with his fingers. The feel of the liquid made Gu Zhao extremely sure that this was what later generations would call rubber grass, which could be extracted just like the Eucommia tree. It is a kind of gum plant. When he was trying to make rubber tires, he also had the idea of rubber grass. It was written in the information that rubber grass has origin restrictions and was not accessible to him at the time, so he gave up this idea. Choose Eucommia trees instead of grass.
On the way here, he had thought about whether there would be rubber grass on the boundaries of Yaochang Mansion in this era, but he really discovered it. With the appearance of this rubber grass, Gu Zhao felt a lot more at ease. As long as the local characteristics were developed, The products are not afraid of attracting all kinds of businessmen, and when the people of Yaochang Mansion start to move around, there is no need to worry about not being able to develop.
The first flagship product is rubber grass and rubber extracted from rubber grass. Gu Zhao is not worried about the impact this will have on Eucommia gum and the Gu family's business. The Zhou Dynasty was so big, let alone only one Gu family, just a few more Even a single merchant cannot meet the needs of today’s market.
Gu Zhao gave the guide a task. He asked some locals to collect the weeds for him, including seeds if there were any. He paid money. Although the guide thought this request was strange, who in the world could not get along with money? He mobilized his wife and children to pick the weed together and earn a lot of money, so he happily agreed.
When returning to the city, Gu Zhao asked the guide to leave first. Shi Mao and the two couldn't help asking on the way. Their vision was not the same as that of the guide. Gu Zhao would never become curious about a weed for no reason and let him The guide finds someone to collect.
"Sir, is there any use for this weed?"
"Yes, it is useful, it is of great use. With this weed, Yaochang Mansion will not have to worry about its development."
Shi Mao and Shi Mao were even more shocked, and looked at Gu Zhao's hand again. The eyes on the weeds are different. They used to be weeds, but now they are treasures. They have no doubt about Gu Zhao's words.
Chapter 320 Robbery of civilian men
Because of the discovery of rubber grass, Gu Zhao felt much better when he saw the dilapidated city walls and gates when he returned. Once the rubber grass is developed, renovating the city walls and gates will not be a matter of words, and can be solved with money.
Gu Zhao said in a good mood: "I wonder where Ren'er is now. I will feel a lot more relaxed when Ren'er arrives." Shi Mao and the
other two were also very happy. They were also familiar with Gu Ren: "In a few days it should be We'll be there. We'll go out and pick them up then."
After the three of them entered the city, they led the horses and walked while talking. Pedestrians passed by from time to time. Those in a hurry couldn't stop and pay attention to the people around them, but there were also those who were not in a hurry. Those who were on their way looked at Gu Zhao and the others with strange looks. Yaochang City has a dry climate and strong sunshine. There are few gentlemen as handsome and white as Gu Zhao. They look different from the locals. Take a few more glances to see them. Eye addiction is also good.
A burst of rapid horse hoofbeats passed by, and the dust brought up made Gu Zhao quickly step aside. Shi Mao and two people stepped in front to block Gu Zhao.
Not to mention how poor the urban construction outside the city is, there are still many roads in the city that are dirt roads, and stone roads are only found on a few important streets. If a carriage passes by quickly, it will definitely stir up dust. Gu Zhao enters the city. Later, he noticed this, so he dismounted and led the horse to walk. However, he could pay attention but could not ask others to do the same as him. While blocking the dust, he became determined again. City construction must be put on the agenda as soon as possible to change this bad environment. .
Only when the city's appearance changes can we retain businessmen and add more popularity to Yaochang Mansion.
He was thinking so much that he didn't realize that the sound of horse hooves stopped beside them. One person on the horse made a sound of surprise, and then the horse's hooves clattered in front of Gu Zhao and the others.
Shi Mao and the others opened their eyes in surprise. Could it be that their adults' identities have been exposed? Are these people here for their master? But why is it a girl’s house?
The girl on the horse looked disgusted at Shi Mao and the two, and waved the riding whip in her hand: "Get out of the way quickly, I want to talk to the little brother behind you."
Shi Mao and Shi Mao turned to look at Gu Zhao, and Gu Zhao listened. After hearing these words, he raised his head in surprise, not knowing what was going on. Then he turned around and looked at the passers-by who stopped around him. He found that many passers-by showed sympathy for him, and Gu Zhao's mood became subtle.
"I wonder what you are doing, Miss? We are just about to go back." The implication is that if you have something to say, say it quickly. If you don't say it, you will leave.
Immediately, the girl saw Gu Zhao's face clearly, with an increasingly satisfied look on her face. Shi Mao and the other two people also realized at this moment that they did not recognize the identity of their adults. It was obvious that the girl was interested in seeing the color, and they The expression on his face also became weird, but his actions were not slow and he resolutely stood in front of Gu Zhao.
Immediately, the girl smiled and pinched her throat and said: "I wonder where the young master is from. Can you let Ya'er entertain the young master? The conditions of those inns are too simple and not as good as those of our Yan family. Why don't the young master go back with Ya'er?"
Gu Zhao's face twitched. He really didn't understand the meaning of the wrong passerby. It seemed that this was not the first time this girl had behaved like this.
Gu Zhao gritted his teeth and said, "No need. I think the inn is just fine, so I'll say goodbye."
After saying that, Gu Zhao led the horse and left. Shi Mao and his two men naturally followed, but immediately the girl became unhappy. It's rare to see such conditions. Good man, if you miss this time, you don’t know how long it will take. She simply stopped acting and directly ordered the people around her: "What are you waiting for? I will bring this young master back to your house. There is no need for him to leave in a hurry." , I, Yan Ya, have taken a liking to the young master today. The young master had better obey me, and I won’t treat you badly, otherwise I won’t be willing to hurt your face!” “Bold!” Stingshan didn’t expect that the master would be treated
like this . The woman was treated like this and couldn't help but scolded.
"Haha, there are not many people in Yaochang Mansion who dare to yell at our young lady. Be honest and go back with our young lady to prevent us from getting violent!" Passers-by around him looked at Gu Zhao with sympathy
. , this is not the first time that this girl Yan Ya has snatched a man, and this time the man is more handsome than before. Can Yan Ya let it go easily after seeing it?
Of course, Shi Mao and the other two were even more rude. They drew out their sabers with a swipe: "Let's see who dares to touch our... Young Master!"
Gu Zhao didn't say anything, so they couldn't expose Gu Zhao's identity, so they changed their words to Young Master.
Yan Ya snorted, and seven or eight thieves rushed over. Shi Mao only had two people, and it was difficult for him to fight with four fists. So Gu Zhao also pulled out the knife on the horse's back to help fight against the enemy. There would be horse thieves there. How could Gu Zhao go out without bringing a weapon when entering and exiting the place.
Shi Mao and Shi Mao were both good at it, but when they came to Gu Zhao's side, they began to train their skills more consciously. Gu Mu also asked people to train them, so that they could better protect Gu Zhao. The three of them, Shang Gu Zhao, could not gain the upper hand.
The passers-by also didn’t expect that Gu Zhao, who looked like a frail scholar and a gentle man, could actually be a fighter. When he saw that he kicked out the person who was close to him, the passers-by also trembled subconsciously. It’s true that a person cannot be judged by his appearance. But this didn't make Yan Ya retreat. Instead, her eyes brightened when she looked at Gu Zhao, and she became more interested in Gu Zhao. He was simply the perfect man in her ideal.
"I advise you not to struggle in vain. When you arrive in Yaochang City, you will not inquire about the status of the Yan family. Even if you get to the Yamen, it is my lady who has the final say." "Really
? I don't believe that your Yan family can still do it. Get the head of the Yamen!" Gu Zhao said coldly.
"No, the officials from the yamen over there are here, and this young master is going to be in trouble." "
That's right, if such a good man falls into the hands of the Yan family, I don't know how much suffering he will suffer."
"Shh, be careful with Yan. My family heard about it, and they won’t be able to eat and have to carry it around.”
A group of people in uniforms ran over. First, the Yan family’s scoundrels screamed, so the officers immediately surrounded Gu Zhao and the other three and ordered them to put down their weapons, otherwise You're welcome.
Gu Zhao also didn't expect to come into contact with people from the Yamen in this way, which made him feel very unhappy. He had only seen cases of women being raped, but as soon as he came to Yaochang Mansion and took office, he had to face a case of raping civilians. It's a male situation, and it's him who is robbing him.
"Put down your weapons!" the officer said viciously.
"Young Master?" Shi Mao and Shi Mao were furious, but they still looked at Gu Zhao.
Gu Zhao said coldly: "Put it down and follow them to the Yamen."
"Yes."
The two Shimao suppressed the anger in their hearts, guarded Gu Zhao on the left and right, and allowed these arrogant Yan family members and officials to lead them. Go to the Yamen and think about how these people will end up.
"No, that's an adult!" Master Fan saw a bunch of people surrounding him in front of him and squeezed into the crowd. He was startled when he saw the situation clearly. However, when he saw the look in Gu Zhao's eyes, he didn't yell out to Gu Zhao. Instead of revealing his identity, he notified others to go to the Yamen together. Your Excellency is about to officially take office.
Yan Ya didn't even get off her horse, but sat on it and looked at Gu Zhao arrogantly. Even if there were outsiders present, she had no scruples: "Submit it as soon as possible, so as not to suffer hardship in the Yamen. You, a scholar from outside, are really ignorant." , I kindly persuaded you, but you refused to listen and asked for trouble."
The two Shimao's foreheads jumped when they heard this. Even under the feet of the emperor in the capital, no one dared to be so rude to them.
Mr. Fan finally understood what was going on and almost tore off the beard he had managed to grow. It turned out that it was the Yan family's daughter who took a fancy to their elders on the street and wanted to take them back by force. Although he had been out listening in the past two days. After talking about the behavior of these four families, he was still shocked by what he saw with his own eyes.
Gu Zhao turned a deaf ear. He wanted to know how the Yan family would handle the matter after he revealed his identity, but based on his guess, he probably didn't care.
Many good people followed him to the government office, but in their opinion, Gu Zhao, a man with a pretty face, would definitely suffer, and they didn't know if he would give in in the end.
When they arrived at the government office, they naturally didn't see the Fang Tongzhi. However, the other officials in the government office heard the Ming Yan family's intention and wanted to send Gu Zhao to prison without any explanation.
"Wait a minute!" Gu Zhao didn't expect that the people in this yamen would listen to the Yan family's orders so openly without even asking him, who was obviously from out of town. "Why do you want to put me in jail? I have the responsibility of the imperial court." You are not qualified to be honored even if you are an official, let alone being sent to jail without any evidence. How dare you to put the laws of the imperial court? Or is it that the yamen of the imperial court has now become This is the private office of the Yan family?"
"What nonsense are you talking about? It's so long-winded. Send this pretty boy to jail quickly. Hey, pretty boy, if you can, just leave Yaochang Mansion and go to the capital to file a complaint!" Not only did they not respond to Gu Zhao's words, Hearing this, he instead taunted Gu Zhao. He would not even be able to leave the boundaries of Yaochang Mansion, let alone complain.
"So this yamen has really become a private yamen, right? Are you determined to accuse me today?"
"Hurry up, just give me a beating for being dishonest. Don't delay Miss Yan's affairs, but be careful not to beat me up. " Even with that bad face, Miss Yan still likes it."
Gu Zhao was laughed out of anger and was too lazy to argue with these people anymore. Everyone who saw him came over and waved their hands and said: "Do it!" "
Yes, sir. !"
The few guards who came over to pull Gu Zhao and send him to prison were suddenly thrown away by a force. In the blink of an eye, there were several guards with swords standing next to Gu Zhao, Shi Mao. The two of them did the same thing. They drew their swords and said, "Who dares to be rude to us adults?"
"What kind of adults are you? I'm still a villain." A guard replied casually.
But at this time, Gu Zhao took out the official seal on his body. The nearest official was so frightened that his legs softened when he saw the official seal, and he immediately knelt on the ground. He originally just wanted to please Yan Ya and did not take the pretty boy seriously at all. , the Yamen were also discussing the upcoming prefect, but they did not expect that the new prefect was already under their noses, and just now he had the new prefect thrown into prison.