At this time, the birthday banquet at Zhang Yu's house had begun to be served, and it suddenly became more lively and noisy.
Zhang Yue took a few glances at the food and wine. Hehe, the quality of the food and wine at this birthday banquet was comparable to that of the Taixue canteen. He had traveled for such a long time and even given gifts, but he was only treating him with such a meal. Needless to say, our uncle is really a thief. He only cares about collecting gift money. He is good at making money.
Zhang Yue was so excited when he saw this scene that he shouted to everyone, "There's nothing good to eat anyway, let's just disperse."
But Zhang Yue just thought about it. There were many people coming to Zhang Yu's house for the banquet today, so a respectful place was arranged next to the courtyard.
Lao Duguan said he was leading the way for Zhang Yue, but he seemed to be afraid that Zhang Yue would run away, so he followed him closely all the way.
Zhang Yue felt angry in his heart. When he saw that there were more than forty tables in the courtyard, only about twenty were seated.
So Zhang Yue said loudly to the two tables of guests passing by, "What's going on? Why haven't the guests who are supposed to come come yet?"
The guests at the two tables were dissatisfied looking at this dish.
Everyone knew the old governor, and seeing Zhang Yue say this to him in the tone of Zhang Yue's family members, everyone was immediately furious. At that moment, half of the two tables of guests who were finally seated were gone.
The old governor hurriedly tried to persuade these guests to stay. Zhang Yue also pretended to be anxious and said to the old governor: "How come they all left when they shouldn't have left?"
After hearing this, the remaining guests at the two tables were immediately furious and resigned, leaving only a few people left.
Seeing this scene, the old governor was so angry that he stamped his feet and pointed his fingers, leaving Zhang Yue speechless. Zhang Yue also said to Lao Duguan with an annoyed look on his face: "I didn't tell these people to leave!"
Zhang Yue's last words finally caused all the guests at both tables to leave.
Seeing that Zhang Yue had driven away two tables of guests in Zhang's house with just a few clicks, the old governor first got angry and then laughed and said: "Sanlang-kun is playing these little tricks that are not worthy of publicity, why bother?"
"You are a scholar. Although I am not talented, I will teach you two words today. What is a common word? People are at the bottom of the valley. What is a fairy word? People are on the top of the mountain. If you stand in different places, your knowledge will be up and down, and your talents will be there. High and low.”
"You think that the master is oppressing you and the common people because of his official position, but you don't think so. There are some things that you can see clearly when you are in the position of the master, but you can't see clearly in your position. These differences in knowledge are the reason why he is an official and you are doing it. The common people’s principles.”
Zhang Yue smiled and said, "What I have learned from you is that I have learned a lot thanks to your advice all the way from Pucheng to Bianjing. I will definitely use it when I become an official in the future."
The old captain smiled and said: "The old servant is looking forward to seeing Mr. Sanlang as an official soon."
The old governor ordered someone to follow Zhang Yue, and then he left. As the chief steward of Zhang's house, he couldn't follow an insignificant guest like Zhang Yue from beginning to end.
Zhang Yue squatted on the bucket and thought about life.
To be honest, he did have a sense of escape. He looked around and saw a ladder next to the shed...
Now that he has offended everyone in Zhang Yu's house, thinking that he will be ignored by everyone if he is listed as unknown, it is better to just escape.
Thinking of this, Zhang Yue couldn't help but find a ladder and put it on the wall, then climbed up the ladder and slipped out of Zhang's house...
At this moment, two people were heard chatting outside.
"That one was Zhang Duzhi just now. He ran away from two tables of guests in the house. Mr. Zhang was about to explode with anger."
"Yes, it's quite impressive, but I had great respect for Zhang Duzhi's talent and learning before. His Sapphire Case is really a magnificent work. I think it will be difficult for me to write such words in my life."
"Hey, you can't say that. There is a saying that is 'Odd and strange in order to gain the name of virtue, and high-spirited talk in order to gain the reputation of knowledge.' Writing a few poems to show off one's talent and fame is nothing, it is what you see in the examination room. It’s a real chapter. Brother Lin, don’t be too modest. No matter how talented you are on weekdays, what if you fail the imperial examination? I think Brother Lin can only look up to Zhang Duzhi after he passes the imperial examination."
"Hey, you can't say that. It's just the last one and not worth mentioning. However, there is indeed no Zhang Duzhi's name in the draft list drawn up by Gongyuan a few days ago."
"That's true. Only those with no connections can go to Gongyuan and read the rankings to know who they are. But then again, you said that Mr. Zhang had heard the news a long time ago and deliberately..."
"There will be a good show later."
They both laughed at the same time.
Zhang Yue heard this and thought, Okay, that's it. Thinking of this, Zhang Yue decided not to leave.
At this moment, the congratulators were toasting Zhang Yu. He was quite happy for his birthday today. At this time, someone from outside the venue stumbled over. It was the person he sent to watch the list.
Zhang Yu looked at the other party with a smile on his face and said: "Say it quickly, tell me quickly, and make me happy too."
Everyone's ears pricked up.
Soon the people around Zhang Yu gathered together, and the scholars who were anxious to inquire about the results before taking the provincial examination also gathered together and came forward.
Zhang Shi was also concerned and immediately rushed forward to hear the news.
Zhang Qiu sat on the table, stretching his neck and waiting anxiously. At the same time, he mumbled to himself, how come the third uncle has been gone for so long.
At this moment, the sun was turning to the west, there was a lot of noise inside and outside, and lights began to be lit up and down in Zhang's house. The birthday banquet was at its most lively.
Zhang Yuezao heard a long neigh from a horse in the courtyard next door, and it seemed that the person watching the list had already beaten his horse and returned.
Zhang Yue walked towards the courtyard and saw someone walking eagerly. Others laughed and said, "I heard that the person sent by the master has returned. Who do you think will be the best in this department?"
"Well, you must be talking about saving money."
"Yes, in this imperial examination, the first place will be listed on the list. For example, my name is Chen Man. If I get the provincial title, I will be called Chen Man in the sixth year of Jiayou."
"Hey, you think so."
Zhang Yue saw that the two men were moving quickly, and they passed him and rushed forward. Now that he was walking closer, he heard the voices getting louder and louder, and the more he felt a little quieter.
The breeze brought the aroma of wine and meat. Zhang Yue walked to the end of the corridor and saw a man pacing with his hands behind his back.
Zhang Yue saw Wu Anshi waiting at the door.
There was no lamp here, and he stood alone in the dark.
"Wu Dalangjun." Zhang Yue said politely.
Wu Anshi said: "Well, Sanlang, I just talked with your classmate Huang Haoyi, and he said that you read and wrote articles every day in Taixue and never slacked off. I can't blame you this time. You have tried your best... the big deal Let's take the exam in the next subject. I'll leave with you first. You ride in my carriage and don't get angry with your uncle."
Zhang Yue was a little surprised that Wu Anshi was like this.
"Thank you very much, Mr. Wu Dalang. Thank you also for finding out about the provincial examination for me."
Wu Anshi nodded and said: "It's easy, let's go."
"I want to know who this Ke Shengyuan is before I leave?"
"Why?"
"I'm a little reluctant, but if he's an acquaintance, I'd be happy for him."
Wu Anshi nodded and said, "It seems to be a man named Jiang Yan, who is from Lanxi. Do you recognize him?"
"I don't know, Jiang Yan, Jiang Yan," Zhang Yue read the name twice. "It's such a good name, and the article must be extraordinary. I really want to read his article."
Wu Anshi felt a little sad when he heard this and said, "I'll be able to read it in a few days."
Zhang Yue smiled and said: "That's right. I'm actually impatient. By the way, let's ask Da Langjun again. I have a classmate named Huang Lu and my senior brother Guo Linke."
Wu Anshi shook her head and said, "I don't know about that."
At this time, the door on the corridor side was pushed open. The noisy sounds in the courtyard suddenly broke into the place, and countless lights rushed in, spreading all over the floor.
"May I ask if it's Shozaburo-kun?"
"Is Shozaburo-kun here?"
Several people came in and asked each other anxiously. Zhang Yue was stunned for a moment, and then replied without knowing why: "That's right."
Suddenly the attitudes on several people's faces changed.
"Really, Zhang Sanlang-kun? Zhang Duzhi? Congratulations on finishing second in the provincial examination in high school!"
Wu Anshi's expression on the side suddenly changed, her mouth opened wide and speechless, as if she could fit a fist into her mouth at this moment.
Zhang Yue felt a buzz in his head when he heard the words, but after a moment he calmed down and asked: "Are you serious?"
"There is no lie, it is absolutely true."
The joy rose in his chest bit by bit, and then was suppressed by an unreal illusion. Zhang Yue turned to look at Wu Anshi and said: "Wu Dalangjun, I don't know if what I heard is true. I'll go out and see." one look."
Wu Anshi was shocked and speechless. He knew how difficult the provincial examination was. He had failed the examination five times anyway. There was an invisible wall. He blocks.
At the same time, Wu Anshi also thought to herself, "Hey, my brother-in-law is really a bit stupid. Your uncle hopes that you won't win. How can this matter be false?"
Zhang Yue straightened his clothes and walked out. The birthday banquet was different now. As he walked to the door, he saw the guests on the left and right tables, countless eyes were looking towards this, and half of them were smiling.
However, no one took the initiative to speak, and the atmosphere was a bit inexplicable. Only one person said, Mr. Zhang is here.
As Zhang Yue walked, he thought to himself, wasn't my name not on the list before? Could something be wrong somewhere?
The sky is already showing stars.
At this time, Huang Haoyi was already running towards him in a hurry, his eyes were shining. He pulled his sleeves and said with a smile: "Take it, check it, I'll tell you that you can go to high school! You'll be second in the provincial examination!" "
At this time, the guests at the next table were already laughing. Zhang Yue said to Huang Haoyi: "Really? It can't be a mistake."
"How is that possible? The person who made the list said it himself, the provincial leader is Jiang Yan from Lanxi, the third is Wang Kui, and the second is you."
Someone at the table next to him laughed and said, "You see Mr. Zhang is very cautious."
"Yes, noble man, be steady."
Zhang Yue nodded to the speaker, who was very happy and excitedly raised his arms to salute Zhang Yue.
At this time, Ouyang Fa also arrived, half happy and half reproachful: "Du Zhi, where have you been? Everyone was looking for you just now."
"I'm going out."
"Stop talking and go see your brother."
"My brother?" Zhang Yue was stunned.
Ouyang Fa pulled Zhang Yue and said, "I'm crying so hard... no one can stop me."
Zhang Yue suddenly remembered that on the night when his second brother was selected as Jinshi, so was his brother. Now it was his turn, and he was ranked second in the provincial examination.
Zhang Yue couldn't help but feel sore in his eyes when he thought of this, and all kinds of tastes suddenly came to his heart.
ps1: Thanks to Blue Fatty 669 book friend for becoming the fifteenth leader of this book.
ps2: I really tried my best. Halfway through writing, I lost energy and fell asleep. Then I got up and continued writing. At this age, people have to deal with a lot of things. Friends who know how to deal with it will understand my difficulties. I hope everyone can understand me more.
