Early morning, Manna Palace.
In his sleep, Jiajing felt that there was something heavy hanging around his neck, which made him feel very uncomfortable. When he opened his eyes, he realized that the naked imperial concubine Shen was like a koala, with her whole body hanging on him, and the pair of An arm as white and flawless as jade was gently wrapped around her neck. Concubine Kang and Concubine Su beside her were still sleeping, murmuring from time to time.
Jiajing shook his head helplessly, recalling what happened last night. Looking at the sleeping faces of the concubines, he couldn't help but feel pity. After kissing each concubine's forehead for a moment, he prepared to get up and get dressed.
"Your Majesty, let me help you dress." Perhaps sensing the movement coming from Jiajing, the imperial concubine Shen also woke up slowly, blinking her big watery eyes, sticking out her tongue playfully, and the quilt The place that cannot be covered up is full of joy.
"Okay... okay." Looking at the exquisite body, Jiajing secretly swallowed a mouthful of saliva.
Shen was very careful when getting up, so as not to wake up her sleeping sisters. She put on a few clothes at will, walked slowly to Jiajing, brought a gust of fragrance, her face was full of seriousness, and she was meticulous. Dress for Jiajing.
"Your Majesty, that's it."
Shen looked at her husband who was fully dressed, her eyes full of love. During the process of dressing, the softness from behind made Jiajing's body stiff, like a piece of wood, and she let him do whatever he wanted.
"I wonder what the concubine's reward is?" After Shen finished speaking, she pointed to her cheek with her index finger, and then closed her eyes.
Jiajing chuckled, took Shen into his arms, and kissed her pink lips.
"Well..." Mrs. Shen obviously didn't expect this, and she was whimpering and speechless.
After a long time, the lips parted.
Jiajing looked at the blushing Shen and smiled: "I have something to do later, so I won't stay any longer."
"Um."
What came was Shen's almost inaudible reply. After Jiajing left, Concubine Kang and Concubine Su, who had been sleeping, moved without a trace.
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Capital City, Yan Mansion.
Some sharp-eyed passers-by discovered that in the past, the door of Yan's Mansion was always closed, but today it was open for the first time, and the housekeeper of Yan's Mansion was also standing in front of the door, as if to welcome some important guests.
Time passed slowly, and it was approaching noon. All the officials who had received invitations to pay respects came to Yan's Mansion one after another. They felt honored to be able to receive invitations to pay homage to Yan's Mansion. They would also feel honored when bragging to their colleagues in the future. More capital.
The officials got off the sedan chair and exchanged pleasantries. Among the many officials, Gao Hanwen, dressed as a scholar in a white robe, particularly attracted attention.
"Who is that guy? Is he also coming to my hometown for a banquet?"
"Shhh, keep your voice down, he is the apprentice of Xiao Ge Lao Yan Shifan!"
"Ah, then I have to go and say hello."
Immediately afterwards, a jaw-dropping scene appeared: Gao Hanwen, dressed as a scholar and not yet an official, was surrounded by a group of officials, getting close to each other and exchanging pleasantries.
Gao Hanwen listened to the flattering words around him, a trace of disgust flashed in his eyes. At this moment, the housekeeper of the Yan Mansion stepped forward to relieve him.
"Everyone, let's go in first."
"yes."
Facing the housekeeper in front of them, they, who were used to being domineering, had to restrain their tempers. After all, this was the housekeeper of the Yan family!
Entering Yan Mansion, you first pass through a long corridor. The road is paved with neat stone bricks. Green bamboos are planted on both sides of the road. The green color makes people feel relaxed and happy.
From the moment they entered Yan's Mansion, many officials followed the housekeeper with their heads lowered and did not dare to have any communication. However, Gao Hanwen openly enjoyed the scenery along the way without any restraint.
"Hanwen is here? Sit down."
"Student Gao Hanwen has met the teacher!"
Seeing this, Gao Hanwen quickly bowed down and bowed deeply, his face full of respect.
Yan Shifan was sitting leisurely on the recliner, holding a book in his hand. When he saw Gao Hanwen coming, he put down the book in his hand, walked quickly to Gao Hanwen, and took his hand, very happy.
"Wait, I've met Mr. Xiao Ge!"
The officials behind him quickly saluted, and Yan Shifan turned around to look at the ministers and returned the courtesy: "My father is not feeling well today, so I will entertain you all."
"My lords, please take a seat." After Yan Shifan finished speaking, he made an invitation gesture, then held Gao Hanwen's hand and brought him to the seat next to him.
"Teacher, my qualifications in Hanwen are still low, so I can't..."
Gao Hanwen looked hesitant, but was interrupted by Yan Shifan: "Sit down, I said you can sit down if you can!"
"Okay, teacher." Seeing Yan Shifan's insistence, Gao Hanwen no longer hesitated and sat next to Yan Shifan.
As the banquet began, countless delicious foods and wines were brought to the table by the maids. Everyone was enjoying themselves by changing glasses, and the atmosphere of the banquet gradually became harmonious.
"Brother Guan Hanwen is so magnanimous, he will definitely be a pillar of our Ming Dynasty in the future!"
"Yes, yes! If you ever need me in the future, just ask."
"I don't know if my dear brother Hanwen is married, but I have a daughter in my family, and her appearance is acceptable..."
After three drinks and five dishes, everyone understood who the banquet was for today, and they all praised Gao Hanwen and wanted to have a relationship with him.
Everyone knows that as a direct disciple of Xiao Ge Lao Yan Shifan, Gao Hanwen's future will be limitless. Even if Xiaoge Lao is not good enough, he still has his father. Who is his father? He is Yan Song, who has been the chief minister of the Ming Dynasty for more than 20 years! Some even want to marry off their daughters, invest in this future political star, and then climb to the top of the Yan family.
After the banquet dispersed, Gao Hanwen was called to the study alone by Yan Shifan.
"Do you feel uncomfortable?" Yan Shifan sat down casually and played with an inkstone carefully.
"Teacher, the student does feel very uncomfortable." Gao Hanwen bowed in response, his face full of resentment.
"Hey, why don't you hate these things as a teacher?" Yan Shifan said, sighing deeply.
Then the conversation changed: "But Hanwen, you will inevitably work with these officials when you enter the official career. You must read more and learn more! You can't be angry with the book business anymore."
"Hanwen, please listen to the teacher's teachings!" Gao Hanwen bowed and looked at Yan Shifan with eyes full of respect.
"Come, sit next to Master." Yan Shifan said, pointing to the seat next to him.
"Do you know what is the most important thing about being an official?"
"Teacher, students don't know."
"Listen carefully, the most important thing is not to lose your true heart when serving as an official." Yan Shifan looked at his most satisfied student and taught him earnestly.
"Don't you lose your true feelings?" Gao Hanwen murmured the teacher's words, his eyes gradually becoming firmer.
"The students have remembered what the teacher just said!"
"Okay!" Yan Shifan looked at Gao Hanwen with unabashed satisfaction.
"My teacher has recommended you to the imperial court to take up a post in Zhejiang. You will work under Hu Zongxian, the governor of Zhejiang Province. You will be responsible for measuring the acres of land and preparing for the implementation of the national policy of converting rice to mulberry. This is a great undertaking that benefits the country and the people!"
"Student Gao Hanwen would like to thank his mentor for his support. He will work diligently on state affairs in the future and contribute to the imperial court!"
After hearing Yan Shifan's words, Gao Hanwen looked grateful and immediately knelt down on the ground.
"Get up quickly." Yan Shifan quickly helped Gao Hanwen up.
"Hahaha, you are my most outstanding student! Today I give you a set of pen, ink, paper and inkstone as a gift for you. I hope you will not forget your true heart and work for the court sincerely." Yan Shifan After saying that, he stood up and took out the pen, ink, paper and inkstone from the study and handed it to Gao Hanwen himself.
Looking at the pen, ink, paper and inkstone in his hand, Gao Hanwen became more and more excited. This was a gift given to him by the current cabinet members. No matter how many people asked for it, he couldn't get it! Giving pen, ink, paper and inkstone also reflects the teacher’s deep expectations for himself.
Gao Hanwen thanked him again and was helped up by Yan Shifan. Then the master and the apprentice recalled every bit of their apprenticeship in the study room. Yan Shifan once choked up during the process.
…
'Dong-dong-dong! There was a knock on the door of Yan Song's room.
"Come in." Yan Song's lazy voice came out, and Yan Shifan pushed the door open and entered.
"Is everything done?"
"Father, it's all done."
