The Pucheng County Magistrate sat in the carriage and closed his eyes.
Several layers of curtains were used to cover the carriage, and no cold wind could penetrate. It was not that the county magistrate was not afraid of being stuffy, but he was just afraid that the wind would ruffle his beard.
The county magistrate is a person who cares about appearance very much, and his night visit only shows how much he values this new scholar.
Jiayou failed in the palace examination for the first time in his second year.
This was the first time since the imperial examination was held in the Song Dynasty.
It is said that it was because someone told the officials that poor people from far away were trying for the imperial palace. They were poor and could not return home, and many even lost their homes. Therefore, officials with a reputation for benevolence felt pity upon hearing this.
Some people also say that Zhang Yuan, who defected to Xixia, was resentful because he failed in the imperial examination, so he defected to the Xixia people.
However, it is more likely that Fu Bi and other ministers said that if the imperial examination is failed again, there will be a situation where "favor goes to the chief minister, and blame belongs to the master". Therefore, starting from this subject, the imperial examination will no longer fail. .
Those who can pass the provincial examination and ascend to the palace examination are all Jinshi.
Therefore, as soon as the Spring List comes out, there is no need to wait until after the palace examination as in the past before local officials start to organize.
The county magistrate was in such a hurry and did not expect that he also wanted to wait until the palace examination list came out before making these arrangements, but all counties were making arrangements there, and he was a step too slow here and neglected these new nobles.
The county magistrate has long known about the arrogance of these new nobles. It turns out that these fish-like people must have been angry with someone in the county. But now they have jumped over the dragon gate, and they are different from now on. very.
You came belatedly to his home to congratulate him, and said that you looked down on him, but when we happened to meet him in the future, the favor was gone and turned into a grudge. Therefore, it is necessary for the county magistrate to express his congratulations as quickly as possible.
Ordinary Jinshi would not dare to offend him, but if he were a Jinshi with a First Armor, or even a Three-Tripod Armor, such a person would achieve immeasurable success in the future, so he could not afford to offend him.
Therefore, when the county magistrate heard the news, he set off immediately.
Professor Hu was riding on the horse carriage and said: "Mr. Sir, as soon as the Spring Examination List comes out, all counties in this state are recruiting Jinshi. Although this matter has nothing to do with the examinations of officials in each state and county, each county must not be negligent. Officials in this department must not be careless. Everyone is already anxious to visit us to congratulate us."
The county magistrate felt uncomfortable after hearing this. The atmosphere of the officialdom was ruined by these people. They used to come to congratulate them after the palace examination. Now, before the palace examination is out and the spring list is announced, they are all rushing to visit, for fear of falling behind others. When the time comes, they will be inscribed on the gold list. You don't have to go to the door again.
The county magistrate nodded and said: "Fortunately, I took his younger brother in front of the court today, otherwise it would have been ugly soon."
Professor Hu said with a smile: "That's a gifted and discerning talent! It wouldn't be pretty if it were delayed until after the results are released. If it is spread in the future, it will be a good story for your Majesty and the Zhang family!"
The county magistrate stroked his beard and smiled, feeling extremely proud.
To take the first step is to recognize talents with a wise eye, and to take the last step is to curry favor with the new nobles. Sooner or later, this is just one step but it is very important. In the future, it will be spread out not only to show my own vision, but also to show this person's kindness.
However, how could the county magistrate let the academic officials peek into his thoughts? He still said in a fair-minded manner: "This poem is really average, but it is very rare to be able to understand all the classics and meanings. He has such great skill at such a young age." It's rare. This is why I take him to the county school because of this. Otherwise, even if he is Zhang Erlangjun's younger brother, do I have to sell him this face?"
Professor Hu said with a look of admiration: "You are gracious, you can distinguish between public and private affairs, and you are a noble person. I admire you, the lower officials."
The county magistrate chuckled, and then thought of something and said, "Has someone prepared the list?"
"To report back to the Prime Minister, I have already ordered someone to make another copy."
The county magistrate nodded with satisfaction and said: "I am still careful in my work, but when I first looked at the list, I made an oversight. Unexpectedly, Mr. Zhang Erlang went to Suzhou to naturalize in order to pass the examination, and even changed his name. , even the three generations in the family name have been changed."
"I didn't notice it for a while. Thanks to Xuezheng for reminding me."
Professor Hu also said: "Xiaguan also found out through inquiries from officials in the state. Hearing that Zhang Erlangjun's change of nationality caused a lot of criticism during the exams. It's really true that this matter reached Xiaguan's ears. Not small."
Speaking of this, Professor Hu couldn't help but feel a little worried, and felt that he had an obligation to remind Lingjun.
The county magistrate, however, disapproved and said: "What are these rumors? What if they are all children of the same clan and clan who have changed their nationality? As long as it complies with the laws of the court, these rumors will disappear when time passes."
As he spoke, the sound of rapid horse hooves could be heard next to his ears.
"Who is it?" the county magistrate asked.
Professor Hu said: "This is Captain Peng of this county."
The county magistrate frowned and said, "What is he here to do?"
This congratulation to the new Jinshi is only done by the county magistrate, and you are a military officer.
Professor Hu said: "He was kind to the Zhang family in the past, but now that the Zhang family has a Jinshi, does it matter?"
The county magistrate suddenly smiled and said: "I didn't expect that this martial artist named Peng also has some discernment."
"No matter how discerning Peng County Lieutenant is, he is not as good as your Lord." Professor Hu continued to compliment.
When the county magistrate heard this, he stroked his beard and laughed, then paused: "No matter what, it's good, but this Zhao Yasi..."
"I didn't eat the mutton, so I just made myself embarrassed."
The two laughed together.
Then a horse neighed.
A sound came from afar.
"Do you dare to ask your Majesty to go to Zhang's house? Your subordinate, Peng Cheng, would like to accompany your Majesty!"
"This warrior also knows some etiquette." The county magistrate said with a smile.
But at this moment, the situation in the Zhang family was completely different.
"elder brother!"
"Shirou!"
"Daddy!"
"Mr. Zhang Dalang!"
"Master Zhang!"
A series of calls.
Cao Baozheng was sweating anxiously, and said quickly: "Pinch the person, if you don't let me, you will laugh when you see this!"
"It doesn't work, let's pour some cold water on it!"
"That's fine, Mr. Da Lang is offended!"
Cao Baozheng took a large basin of water and drank it into his mouth, then took a deep breath, and then his round belly moved.
But after hearing a bang, water mist filled the room.
Everyone's expressions changed, and they all covered their noses and took a few steps back.
"It stinks!" Zhang Shi woke up when he saw Zhang Shi lying on the ground.
Zhang Shi wiped his head and said with confusion: "Why, I just had a dream, dreaming that our second brother won the Jinshi. Our third brother just passed the county school, why did the second brother win the Jinshi again? "
"What kind of person is a Jinshi? How rich and powerful is he? How could our Zhang family be so lucky?"
Zhang Shi shook his head and said, "You guys? Why are you looking at me like that?"
"Third brother, madam, why are you crying?"
"Why don't you speak?"
"Why are you crying? Tell me!"
"Tell me!"
Zhang Shi looked excited, but when Yu turned his head away to wipe away his tears, Zhang Yue also choked up and couldn't speak.
"What on earth are you talking about? I'm so anxious!" Zhang Shi stamped his feet repeatedly, "Why are all of them mute and not talking to me?"
Cao Baozheng was still experienced in such matters. He said to Guo Xuexue on the side: "Sir, you are the most fair person here. Come and tell Mr. Zhang Dalang."
Guo Xuexiu nodded and said: "Da Langjun! Listen carefully and tell me calmly. I won't lie to you... Da Langjun, please sit down. Sit down first. Yes, Sanlang is the ordered monarch." Take the scholar."
"Now Erlang... Erlang has also won the Jinshi. This matter is absolutely true. I will not lie to you. All this wealth is real."
"Really!"
Zhang Shi sat on the stool again, and stood up again before sitting down. He repeated this several times, and finally started crying with his hands on his face.
A grown man cries like a child.
"Brother, don't cry. Today, my second brother won the Jinshi. We should be happy."
Zhang Shi shook his head and said, "I'm glad that my second brother is safe. I'm finally relieved of my worries for so long."
Ps: First update, Happy New Year everyone!
