"By the way, do you know Zhao Shancai, a talented man from Jiangnan? I heard that he was born in a wealthy family in Jiangnan, and his surname is Zhao, but what does he have to do with the family?"
Upon hearing Zhao Junchen's inquiry, Zhao Deqing's expression flashed with some confusion, as if envy and jealousy coexisted. [Read the full text] After hesitating for a moment, and with some reluctance, Zhao Deqing explained: "There is some blood relationship between Zhao Shancai and our family, but that was six or seven generations ago. What happened is that he is a distant relative who cannot be touched with eight poles, and the contact between his Suhang Zhao family and our Yangzhou Zhao family has become less and less in recent years, so regarding this matter, both families have little knowledge. Mentioned."
Having said this, Zhao Deqing carefully looked at Zhao Junchen's face and asked: "I wonder why you suddenly mentioned Zhao Shancai, my lord?"
On the other side, Zhao Deshun was also full of nervousness and worry, watching Zhao Junchen's expression changes, waiting for Zhao Junchen's answer.
Without him, although the Zhao family of Suhang and the Zhao family of Yangzhou are both wealthy families in the south of the Yangtze River and have some blood relationship, they both dislike each other. The Zhao family in Suhang despised the Zhao family in Yangzhou for their reputation for being domineering and domineering, while the Zhao family in Yangzhou believed that the Zhao family in Suhang was hypocritical and pretentious. Under such circumstances, the connection and friendship between the two families naturally gradually became estranged.
But what is irrefutable is that the Suhang Zhao family's popular reputation, family tradition and upbringing, as well as the talents of their descendants are much better than the current Zhao family in Yangzhou.
If the Zhao family in Yangzhou is just a domineering local wealthy family in the eyes of the officials and people in Jiangnan, then the Zhao family in Suhang has become one of the most scholarly families in Jiangnan. Also more respected.
Especially when it comes to the younger generation of the two families, the gap is even wider. The younger generations of the family who came to Beijing with Zhao Deqing and others are already considered to be the most talented people in the next generation of the Zhao family in Yangzhou. For example, Zhao Xuancheng has a quick brain. Another example is that Zhao Xuantong's knowledge is quite good, but compared with Zhao Shancai from the Zhao family in Suhang, there is no doubt that there is a huge difference.
Therefore, both Zhao Deqing and Zhao Deshun were unwilling to let Zhao Junchen know the relationship between the two families, for fear that Zhao Junchen would abandon the Zhao family in Yangzhou. Instead, contact the Zhao family in Suhang.
After all, even if they are just distant relatives who cannot be hit with eight poles, they are still distant relatives after all, and Zhao Junchen still has some resentment towards the Zhao family in Yangzhou.
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On the other side, Zhao Junchen ignored these little thoughts. He just nodded and said: "It's not a big deal. It's just that I have met Zhao Shancai a few times. It's rare for someone to cherish others. I always wanted to use him for my own use. Unfortunately, Zhao Shancai didn't appreciate it. Instead, he wanted to I can't help but feel a little regretful about taking refuge with my political opponents in the government."
Hear Zhao Junchen’s explanation. Zhao Deqing and Zhao Deshun were both overjoyed, knowing that the Suhang Zhao family and Zhao Junchen might not be able to get together.
However, although Zhao Deqing was happy in his heart, he looked very angry. He slapped the table in front of him and said angrily: "This Zhao Shancai really doesn't know how to praise! It's okay if his family doesn't help his family. ! I actually want to join your lord, your political opponent in the court! Please rest assured, lord, after I return to Yangzhou, I will immediately contact the Suhang Zhao family to explain the matter. Let the elders of the Suhang Zhao family discipline this junior Zhao Shancai. !”
After a pause, Zhao Deqing looked embarrassed again, and continued: "However, now the relationship between our clan and the Suhang Zhao family has become quite alienated. The Suhang Zhao family has always pretended to be noble and hypocritical. , I’m afraid even if I tell them, they may not listen, so I hope you don’t have too high expectations.”
On the other side, Zhao Deshun also nodded repeatedly and said: "Sir, although Zhao Shancai is barely a distant relative of us, it is not necessary that we are distant from each other after all. Since he does not know how to praise, then you don't need to pay attention to him. If you want me He said that although Zhao Shancai claims to be the 'number one talented man in Jiangnan', the younger generations in our clan are not bad either. If he has the experience of the Imperial College in the future, he may not be worse than Zhao Shancai, and he will definitely be able to help you. And after all, he will be able to help you. It's from my own family, so adults can use it with confidence."
Zhao Junchen nodded noncommittally, but did not answer, but asked thoughtfully: "You just said... that the Zhao family in Suhang is hypocritical and pretends to be noble. I think this family must cherish their reputation. . But such a large family has a large population, and it is impossible for every clan member to be like this. I am afraid that there will always be one or two alternative clan members in the Suhang Zhao family, right?"
Zhao Deqing was stunned for a moment, and after thinking for a moment, he replied: "As your Excellency said, as far as I know, among the Zhao family in Suhang, there is a man named Zhao Boren, who is the second uncle of Zhao Shancai. His behavior is different from that of the Zhao family in Suhang." They are very different, so they are not liked by the Zhao family in Suhang, and they are quite marginalized."
Hearing what Zhao Deqing said, Zhao Junchen suddenly laughed.
"Okay, after you go back, contact this Zhao Boren. No matter what method you use, you must let this Zhao Boren come to Beijing to seek refuge with me. He will also get benefits by then... However, it cannot be done by the Suhang Zhao family. Knowing this, we cannot let Zhao Boren completely cut off the relationship with the Suhang Zhao family. You must grasp the appropriateness in this."
Seeing that Zhao Junchen repeatedly mentioned the Zhao family in Suhang, and now that he could not recruit Zhao Shancai, and wanted to recruit Zhao Shancai's second uncle Zhao Boren, Zhao Deqing couldn't help but hesitate.
On the contrary, Zhao Deshun, as a civil servant, had a more flexible mind after all. He vaguely guessed Zhao Junchen's thoughts, lightly kicked Zhao Deqing with his foot, and then assured Zhao Junchen: "Please don't worry, sir, this matter Leave the matter to us, and we must accomplish this for you."
Zhao Junchen smiled and nodded, and said, "Since you said that, I'm relieved."
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Next, Zhao Junchen's attitude towards everyone in the Zhao family finally became a little kinder. He also asked about the situation and development of the Zhao family in Yangzhou in recent years. The atmosphere of the banquet gradually became harmonious.
Unknowingly, as time passed, this family dinner was over.
Before the family banquet ended, Zhao Junchen raised his wine glass for the first time and toasted to the head of the Zhao family, Zhao Deqing, who quickly raised his glass to greet him.
After taking a sip, Zhao Junchen issued an order to expel the guests and said: "I feel relieved knowing that you have accomplished everything I asked you to do. It's just that it's rare for you to come to Beijing. I should have treated you to various places in Beijing." But I think you'd better go back to Yangzhou as soon as possible to make preparations. Now the southern tour is coming soon. Your Majesty, his previous southern tours, have conducted private and micro-visiting among the people. I'm afraid this time will be no exception, and I will do the same when the time comes. Stay with His Majesty..."
Speaking of this, Zhao Junchen pointed out: "Yangzhou's beautiful scenery and humanities are famous all over the world. I think your Majesty will definitely go there to visit."
Hearing what Zhao Junchen said, he understood the implication of Zhao Junchen's words. Although they were ordered to be expelled, Zhao Deqing and others were overjoyed and agreed repeatedly.
On the other side, Zhao Deshun heard Zhao Junchen mention Emperor Deqing's "incognito private visit", but suddenly remembered the rumors between the government and the public that "Zhao Junchen was the illegitimate son of Emperor Deqing".
Such questions are undoubtedly extremely important to the Yangzhou Zhao family, so although he was a little embarrassed, after Zhao Deshun hesitated for a moment, he still asked Zhao Junchen in a low voice: "My lord, over the years, regarding the relationship between Your Majesty and Your Majesty, , there are often all kinds of rumors spread between the government and the public, and His Majesty’s last private visit to the South during his southern tour happened to be in Yangzhou, which coincided with the time when his cousin was pregnant with you... Your Majesty, you have been here all these years I am always by His Majesty's side, but do you have any relevant speculations? And has Your Majesty revealed anything?"
Although Zhao Deshun's voice was low, everyone at the table heard it. They all raised their ears for a while, waiting for Zhao Junchen's answer!
If Zhao Junchen is indeed the illegitimate son of Emperor Deqing as rumored, then the benefits to the Zhao family in Yangzhou will be great!
On the other side, Zhao Junchen suddenly frowned when he heard Zhao Deshun's inquiry.
He didn't expect that Zhao Deqing would ask such a stupid question!
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ps: This month, from the 2nd to the 9th, Chongzi attended a total of five weddings. Now they are all over. There will be another small explosion tomorrow. To be continued. If you like this work, you are welcome to come to Qidian (qidian) to vote for recommendations and monthly votes. Your support is my biggest motivation. Please go to qidiann 9
