When they met for the first time, Feng Ziying and Lin Ruhai were still in a stage of trying to understand each other.
Feng Ziying also knew that no matter how extravagant she said, people like Lin Ruhai would not believe such empty words.
I have never met anyone and I don’t know the basics. No matter how talented I am, what about my moral character?
I'm afraid that the more outstanding his talent is, the more worries and doubts he will have. Especially when his time is running out, he needs to think carefully.
Unless he and Lin Yatou are officially engaged and make it public, I'm afraid Lin Ruhai will really believe in her. After all, if you reach that level, if you regret the engagement, it will be a huge harm to both parties.
Especially for a scholar and civil servant like himself who has attracted much attention, if he is branded as having broken promises and betrayed his trust, he may be criticized and criticized by others for the rest of his life. This kind of scholar Qingyu is very important to a person who is aspiring to an official career. Enterprising young scholars can be said to be the decisive factor that no one can avoid.
Lin Ruhai had no intention of talking about other aspects, or even wanted to talk at all. He was not from the same group, and talking in depth would only cause more trouble.
Feng Ziying estimated that Lin Ruhai would regard herself as a Northern scholar or even someone from Emperor Yonglong's side. However, Lin Ruhai should know that the Northern scholar and Emperor Yonglong seemed to be in harmony now, but this would never be the same. people.
Unless a scholar like him really gives up his status as a scholar and becomes the emperor's personal minister, it is impossible for a scholar who really aspires to be the prime minister to surrender to the emperor's knees. In other words, this kind of people must have a bottom line and protect their family. bottom line of interests.
A character like Lin Ruhai, who has been up and down in the officialdom for decades, should be aware of this, and he should also be able to see it clearly. Unless there is any particularly big change, the position of the Salt Censor of the Lianghuai River and Huaihe River has many advantages. Everything will be handed over to Emperor Yonglong sooner or later.
So what should he do now?
Although Feng Ziying said that he had been an official for decades in his previous life, he really didn't know the inner workings of being an official in the Zhou Dynasty, especially a special position like the Salt Censor of the Huaihe River.
Not to mention him, except for the people who have held this position and the emperor who really understands what to do in this position, not many people know the inside story. Even those who deal with him are probably blind. Xiang, only part of it is known, it is difficult to understand the whole thing.
Seeing his girl's face full of sorrow, Zijuan could only gently hold Daiyu's arm and comfort her on her back, "Girl, don't worry, the master and Uncle Feng are not waiting for idlers, they will definitely talk to each other,... …”
Daiyu, whose eyes were as red and swollen as peach, rolled her eyes at Zijuan and said, "Damn girl, I'm worried about my father's condition. When did I worry about other things?"
Zicuckoo didn't criticize her, she pursed her lips and said, "My master's condition seems to be stable. I see that my master is very relaxed and calm. Maybe..."
Daiyu shook her head. Her father did not hide himself. He said that he was afraid that he would never be able to recover from his illness, but he was not in any danger for a while, or it would just drag on. This also made Daiyu very desperate. Helpless and sad.
It is difficult to face this situation. We know that life is short, but it is difficult to change. Now we have to face this kind of approaching death every day. This is such a cruel torture for the family members.
Therefore, Feng Ziying also specially greeted Zijuan, making sure to help ease Daiyu's mood and prevent her from being in a bad mood that would affect her body.
The best result would be to give Lin Ruhai and Lin Daiyu a sure and reliable promise, a promise that they can rest assured of, so that the father and daughter can rest assured, and Lin Daiyu will not be too sad and desperate when that day comes.
But on this issue, Feng Ziying has no decision-making power. These days, the marriage contract cannot be decided by herself. It requires the confirmation of the elders of both parties, and certain rituals and procedures are required.
It is also a difficult problem to solve the problem of her mother, so it is also difficult for Feng Ziying.
For now, we can only take one step at a time to see what Lin Ruhai's ideas and countermeasures are.
Regarding Lin Ruhai’s own affairs
There was a knock on the door, and Zicuckoo hurried to open the door.
"Girl, uncle is here."
Daiyu stood up and felt blessed, but her eyes were a little more expectant.
Although she is more concerned about her father's illness, even her father himself said that his illness is currently ineffective and can only delay the day. Although Daiyu is sad, she can only face it, but there is another thing that worries her the most. , Daiyu is also concerned about it.
"Sister, there is no need to worry. It will be fine for me to keep an eye on my uncle's condition for two or three months." Feng Ziying did not dare to go too far.
He could only judge that Lin Ruhai's physical condition was barely passable based on the superficial observations he learned from Master Zhang, and the medicine prescribed by the hired doctor was mainly to nourish the vitality and replenish the qi, without using any wolf-tiger medicine, so this conservative The treatment is very symptomatic. Of course, even if it is symptomatic, it can only delay the disease and cannot change the result.
"During this period, my sister must not cause trouble for my uncle. Maintain a good mood. It is not only beneficial to my sister's body and mind, but also makes my uncle feel happy. This will also help my uncle recover from his illness." Feng Ziying could only use these words to trap her. Daiyu.
"Little sister, I understand." Daiyu was so smart that she naturally knew Feng Ziying's good intentions. She nodded slightly and bit her lips.
"Brother Yu also told his uncle about his sister, and they agreed that after this business trip, they would arrange a marriage." Normally, these words should not be said in front of a girl, but under special circumstances, he couldn't care less, "Uncle has already I agree, sister, don’t worry.”
Her fair cheeks were slightly stained with a hint of crimson, and Daiyu frowned slightly, then lowered her head without saying a word. Even Zicuckoo beside her was suddenly overjoyed, but then she realized that she shouldn't be happy. when.
At this time, it seemed inappropriate to say anything else, so Feng Ziying could only say these two words briefly before leaving.
Lin Ruhai will definitely use this period of time to understand and ponder, and may even make some moves.
Although he was seriously ill, he could not be said to be critically ill, and he was still able to move and act. The entire Salt Transport Department was under his control.
In terms of job title, although the Salt Patrol Censor of the Lianghuai River is only a fourth-rank official, according to the practice of the Zhou Dynasty, the Lianghuai Salt Transfer Department does not have a transportation envoy, and the Salt Patrol Censor is directly responsible for daily salt affairs, with assistants as subordinates. With colleagues from the fourth rank and deputy envoys from the fifth rank, plus a number of judges and experience, governors, ambassadors from the Treasury, deputy envoys from the Treasury, etc., the scale of the Salt Envoy Department is quite impressive, not inferior to that of Yangzhou Prefecture, and even It can be said that in terms of financial power, it is not comparable to Yangzhou Prefecture.
Feng Ziying believed that Lin Ruhai had been able to sit firmly in the history of the Salt Patrol Department of the Lianghuaidu Salt Transfer Department for so many years. He was naturally capable of running such a big stall, and he should even have a group of his own.
But what is the current situation in the Yamen of the Huaidu Salt Transport Department? Who will succeed Lin Ruhai as the salt patrol censor in the future? In other words, does Emperor Yonglong intend to continue to tolerate it and let someone from the Supreme Emperor take over? It’s not yet known whether he is going to risk it all and someone will take over this piece of fat.
This also involves how Lin Ruhai plans to arrange it.
With only half a year to live at most, Lin Ruhai should always think about her daughter's future, the explanations from her in-laws, and how to negotiate with the Supreme Emperor, which may even involve the next step. Perhaps Emperor Yonglong may also want to What about reaching in?
This is too complicated, and whoever gave this position is really greedy.
After Feng Ziying left Lin Ruhai's study, Lin Ruhai stood up and walked to the window.
Yangzhou in November already has a bit of the desolate atmosphere of early winter, and outside the window is the plum garden.
As the Yamen of the Salt Transport Department in the Huaihe and Huaidu Capitals, it attracts much attention wherever it is located. It can be said that among the many Yamen in Yangzhou, the Yamen of the Salt Transport Department in the Huaihei Capital undoubtedly ranks first, both in terms of location and environment. Or the grandeur and beauty of the architectural complex, which is unparalleled.
"Sir, Mr. Wang is back."
"Invite him in." Lin Ruhai nodded slightly.
"Dong Weng." The visitor was a man in his thirties, wearing a green shirt, with a short beard, a thin face, and slender eyes. He cupped his hands slightly.
"Wen Yan, sit down." Lin Ruhai raised his hand to indicate.
"Is Dong Weng feeling better today?" The man in green shirt looked up and down at Lin Ruhai's complexion, "Guan Dong Weng's complexion and demeanor seem to be much better than yesterday."
"Wen Yan doesn't need to comfort me. I know this situation well. But Wen Yan said that my complexion is much better, which is true. Yu'er has returned from the capital city." Lin Ruhai stroked his long beard under his chin, "I also feel that in my heart It feels much more practical.”
"Oh, the lady is back?" The man in green shirt said in surprise, "That's a happy event, but did the Jia family escort her back?"
He only entered Lin Ruhai's shogunate as a shogunate after leaving Jia Yucun. Although it was only a short four years, the host and guest got along very well with each other and were very familiar with Lin Ruhai's in-laws and family.
"Well, it was my brother-in-law's son Jia Lian who escorted me back. However, there was also a person who you and I often mentioned, which surprised me." Lin Ruhai's eyes were bright, his tone was gentle, and he respected this guest. .
"Oh?" The man in green shirt's eyes also lit up, and he thought for a moment, "But the famous Feng Ziying? He came to Jiangnan too?"
"It seems that Wen Yan is very interested in this son. A few days ago, weren't you still saying that a tree as beautiful as Lin Feng would destroy it?" Lin Ruhai was quite surprised.
"If this person had been staying in Beijing, he would have naturally become the target of public criticism. He has borrowed money to open the sea and touched the hearts of thousands of people. He has grabbed such a huge limelight. Whether he is a senior in the examination room or a colleague in the same department, I am afraid that there will be envy in his heart. During this period If he makes a slight mistake, he will be criticized constantly, but going south this time is a good place to hide from the limelight. Either there is an expert to give him advice, or he himself is very smart and has noticed this." Qingshan The man nodded.
