After hearing this, I was stunned and said: "Eunuch-in-law, you are serious. I am treated so favorably by Eunuch Liu for just a small amount of credit. I am really flattered." Zhang Zhong laughed and said, "Eunuch Liu always favors talents, let alone Mr. Zhang. He is a young hero." Then he added: "My surname is Zhang, Eunuch Zhang Yong is also surnamed Zhang, and you are also surnamed Zhang. We might have been the same family two hundred years ago. Our family must have offended you in the past, but now and then. Now that we are all a family, don’t shirk it. Eunuch Liu cherishes talents and is willing to give, and you will soon know what is going on!"
I thought for a moment, and then Ning Boyang said: "Master Qianhu, since Eunuch Liu is so kind to me, we can't accept it. Besides, the emperor also knows about this. If we shirk it, wouldn't it chill everyone's heart?"
Zhang Zhong said repeatedly: "That's right, that's right, if you don't want to accept it, then you are asking for another gift from me!"
I knew I couldn't shirk it, so I thought I would accept it temporarily and discuss it with Liao Jianzhong and others before making a decision. I clasped my fists and said, "Since Eunuch Liu loves me so much, I will accept it. I will definitely come to thank Eunuch Liu for his great kindness." , I feel ashamed to say that I am young and ignorant, please ask Eunuch Liu and my father-in-law to take more care of you in the future!"
Zhang Zhong was overjoyed and said: "What are you talking about, Mr. Qianhu? Since you can recognize this elder brother in our family, let's treat him as a brother in the future. Our family can't hide it. Eunuch Liu really likes you and thinks you are a rare talent. That's it." , you can go and thank Eunuch Liu some other day, and he will treat you with great courtesy."
I guessed that Liu Jin wanted to win over me. When I thought of that gloomy face, I felt a little scared, but I still smiled and said, "Please give me some advice from my brother in the future!" Zhang Zhong was very proud and said, "Let's go. Let’s go into your mansion and take a look!”
Mr. Hu, a man in his thirties with a chubby face, saw me coming. He quickly came over and bowed deeply, saying: "Master, you are back! My surname is Hu, and I am your housekeeper. I have been doing this for ten years." In the second year, I used to work in the Zhenguo Duke's mansion, but now I am arranged by Eunuch Liu to serve you here. Just tell me whatever you want, and I will definitely do it!"
Then he called ten maids over and said, "They are also the maids specially bought by Eunuch Liu. They look good. They only need to be trained for three days. Their hands and feet will be flexible and they will serve the master well!"
I took a quick glance, and sure enough, they were all young women. My face heated up and I said, "Manager Hu, let's show everyone around first!"
Manager Hu responded and led a few of us around. The yard was not too big, but it had all the pavilions and pavilions, and even a small garden. It should be said that it was newly built. The previous owner must have returned before he could live in it. Someone else.
Ning Boyang and Hardy were stunned when they saw it. This was the first time in my life that I had lived in such a big house. My eyes were really not strong enough. Zhang Zhong kept looking at the three of us with a smile. He came to the living room to rest, and just said to me: "Brother, if you have anything to do, just tell me that I will be listed in Dongchang, and you can find me. In the future, we brothers must work together." , a great future is right in front of you!”
I nodded and said: "I listen to my brother, why don't I treat him to a drink tonight!" Zhang Zhong was overjoyed and said: "I have something to do in the afternoon, let's go to Pingjia's old shop in the evening!" I naturally agreed, and Zhang Zhong then gone.
"Second brother, it's great here. It seems that Eunuch Liu is very kind to you!" Ning Boyang said, and Hardy nodded repeatedly and said, "It's really great that there is such a good house in the world and we can live in it." alright!"
Ning Boyang said: "This house belongs to your second brother, not you!" Hardy scratched his head seriously and asked: "It belongs to the second brother. Doesn't the second brother's house also belong to us?" Ning Boyang laughed. , I smiled and said: "Of course it's yours, and it's also ours. Manager Hu, our three brothers are inseparable, and we have arranged rooms for them." Manager Hu hurriedly smiled and said: "I know, I know, Mr. Ning and Mr. Ha are both Your good brothers, we were sworn brothers in Taoyuan back then, and now we are brothers Ning, Zhang and Ha, I will definitely serve you well!"
I didn't feel comfortable giving such a big house to me at my request. Ning Boyang seemed to see through my mind and whispered: "This house belongs to Liu Tai of Taiyuan Hospital." I was shocked, Taiyuan Liu Tai and Zheng Yuan of the hospital were convicted of treating the late emperor. Although the court said that they would not pursue the case again, they heard that they had been secretly eliminated and all the properties and belongings had been divided. I think this house must have belonged to Liu Jin. I felt very excited. Cold, Ning Boyang said again: "Eunuch Liu wants to do big things, so he naturally needs manpower. The reason why he treats you so well seems to be the intention of the palace." "In the palace?" I asked in surprise, Ning Boyang smiled Said: "It seems to be related to Miss Ning Xi. It seems that, second brother, you are not only prosperous in officialdom, but also very lucky in beauty!"
My face heated up and I said, "Brother, what are you talking about? However, this matter needs to be clarified. Otherwise, we will move in without authorization. Once someone impeaches us, we will have a hard time talking about it." Ning Boyang nodded, and I He even felt that he should talk to Liao Jianzhong, and immediately said to the two of them: "You just stay here and clean up. I will go back to the Zhenfu Division. There is still one official matter that I have not handled!"
Ning Boyang said, "Should I go back with you?" I waved my hand and said, "No, I'll come back as soon as I go. You can make arrangements here!"
I mounted my horse and headed back to Zhenfusi. The journey was only half an hour. When passing Chaoyang Gate, I saw a carriage coming out of the city. There could be more than twenty carriages, which attracted the attention of pedestrians. I reined in the horse curiously and watched intently.
The first ones riding on the horse were two old men with white beards and hair. A closer look revealed that they were Xie Qian and Liu Jian. Although they were wearing casual clothes, they still acted with an official air. It turns out that Emperor Zhengde has agreed that the two of them will retire and return to their hometowns.
Xie Qian and Liu Jian were both independent and important ministers of the Hongzhi Emperor. Their character, talent and learning were role models in the officialdom. They knew people well and recommended many talented people. Their only shortcoming was that they did not know how to adapt and used national laws as an excuse. The Eight Tigers impeaching the internal ministers did not want to change suddenly overnight and everything would be turned upside down.
Now the two of them left Beijing at the same time, and the officials who saw them off did not see it. According to common sense, the emperor would retire with grace, and the gifts would be many. However, many discerning people have already seen that Liu Jin is increasingly favored, and his power will soon be comparable to that of his predecessor Wang Zhen. , even more so. Days have proved this, and what happened next is even more amazing!
"Master Zhang, are you here too?" At some point, Lin Sheng, dressed in casual clothes, came to me, with the two followers still behind him. I quickly jumped off the horse, cupped my hands and said, "Eunuch Lin! What are you -?" Lin Sheng whispered: "They retired and returned to their hometown. Let's come over and see if anyone comes to see them off."
I looked around and said, "I'm afraid no one dares to come, right?" Lin Sheng chuckled and said, "It's human nature for people to leave with cold tea. But those who can come to see you off must be people who value love and righteousness. Man, our family came here not to make things difficult for these people, but just to see if there are any!"
He asked me again: "What are you doing here?" I quickly explained and said that I was going to see Liao Jianzhong. Lin Sheng smiled and said: "Commander Liao has gone to the palace, and you won't be able to see him when you go back. Why don't you stay with our family?" Let’s take a look together!”
I naturally agreed and looked around, always feeling like someone was watching us.
Na Xie and Liu's vehicles drove for a long time, but they didn't see anyone seeing them off. According to the past, there would always be someone to say goodbye to officials who became official, especially famous cabinet ministers with disciples and former officials all over the world, especially fellow countrymen Paoze. It must be that the officials were afraid of Liu Jin and did not dare to come out to see him off. Some of the people around them recognized them. Seeing this scene, they couldn't help but shake their heads and sigh, but they didn't dare to say anything. Chaoyang Gate gradually returned to smooth flow, and Lin Sheng sighed: "Learning from the past will lead to mistakes in the future. We are all like duckweeds. I don't know whether to go with the flow or turn the tide. I have to be careful! Come on, let's go outside the city and have a look!" "
We did not follow Xie and Liu, but went out of Dongzhimen, went around in a circle, and walked from the fork in the road to a small forest in front of them. In this way, we could secretly see the scene on the official road. I secretly admired Lin Sheng. ,Careful thought.
Not long after, Xie and Liu came with their carriages and horses. The two seemed to be chatting and laughing freely, not feeling embarrassed because there was no one to see them off. Just listen to Xie Qian say: "Brother Liu, you and I have left home since we were young, and now our hair on the temples is all white. What are Brother Liu's plans to do when we return this time?"
Liu Jiandao: "I have been working as an official for more than thirty years, and I miss my hometown. Now my body and bones are good, I can walk around, and then I can rest behind closed doors. Writing out my experiences over the years can be regarded as an explanation for future generations. Brother Xie has another What's your plan?"
Xie Qian said: "My body is not as strong as Brother Liu's, so I can only stay at home. Hey, I haven't read many books in these years. Naturally, I just study when I go back. When I interact with young people and meet suitable talents, I will naturally recommend them to the court. ."
"You two are so at ease, just leave as soon as you say it!" someone shouted from a distance. Xie Qian and Liu Jian were stunned, but they saw Li Dongyang galloping towards them on horseback, followed by only one entourage.
