Another year of staying up late has arrived,
After tonight, tomorrow will be the second year of Renshou, and Yang Ming will be fourteen years old.
How many gifts were confiscated this year was not because those people were frustrated by Yang Ming and were reluctant to give them away, but because the situation was different last year.
Last year was the first time I took office in Jingzhou, so I gave more gifts. From this year onwards, it will be normal.
The expenses of General Manager Yang Ming's government come from the treasury's money. This item is called necessary official expenses and occurs every year.
After paying rewards to the left members, guards, and servants of the General Manager's Mansion as usual, Yang Ming wrapped himself in a quilt and sat on the bed in the dormitory.
it's raining outside,
It rarely snows in Jingzhou, and mostly rains, but winter is still very cold, somewhere between the dry cold in the north and the wet cold in the south.
This kind of weather is not suitable for going out, so it is suitable for staying indoors.
The guards who were in charge of patrolling the Mansion at night were also wrapped up thickly. After one round of patrolling, they would be handed over to the next group, and would take turns returning to the tower, warming themselves by the fire, and condescendingly monitoring what was going on in the mansion.
Pei Shuying did not return to Daxing to celebrate the New Year this year, but stayed in Jiangling.
Of course, when she arrived in Jiangling, it was already almost the New Year. Even if she wanted to rush back, it would be too late. Besides, she didn't want to leave at all.
She has been living at Yang Yinjiang's house, and there are several vacant rooms there that can accommodate her.
Yang Ming also assigned ten maidservants to serve this rich lady.
Because it is a day to watch the New Year's Eve, everyone goes to bed very late, maybe for good luck.
The maids were all gathered in the same room chatting. There were no guards on duty, so they had already gathered together to place bets. I heard that Pang Niu was the banker, and they were having quite a bit of fun.
Pei Shuying put on several linings, put on a fluffy cloak, and went out to find Yang Yinjiang.
After realizing that the other party was not there, she knew where to look.
Entering the courtyard, Xu Jing shivered and led the way, taking Pei Shuying outside Yang Ming's wing.
"Miss Pei is here."
With a creak, it was Yang Yinjiang who opened the door.
"I was just about to look for you. Come and give it a try. Your Highness is so stupid."
With that said, Yang Yinjiang pulled Pei Shuying into the house.
In the room, Yang Ming was playing chess with Nuan Dong. Yes, he was playing chess with Nuan Dong.
He has lost to Yang Yinjiang in five sets, Chen Shuyi in five sets, Gao Yue in five sets, and Liang Xia in three sets.
The reason why I still play after losing so much is probably because I want to win a game and give myself an explanation for my IQ.
Pei Shuying didn't say a word, and quietly came to the futon next to the chessboard and sat down cross-legged. Liang Xia quickly took off her cloak and moved a small stove over.
Yang Ming's brows were furrowed, and he had to think about every move for a long time, but the position of the move was ridiculously bad.
It seems like he doesn't know how to play, or is just a beginner.
That's right, Yang Ming really doesn't know how.
With a bang, Yang Ming threw away the chess piece in his hand, with a frustrated expression on his face:
"No more, please get off."
In the Sui Dynasty, Confucianism was valued over art, so Go was severely suppressed. Only a few people who really liked it would often get together to play the game.
Therefore, during the Sui Dynasty, there were no famous chess players. It was not until the reign of Emperor Xuanzong of the Tang Dynasty that the position of chess waiter was established in the Hanlin Academy, and Go was promoted again.
In the Sui Dynasty, there were not many people in the north who liked playing chess, and they were basically concentrated in the south.
"Do you want me to teach you?" Pei Shuying said quickly when she saw Yang Ming leaving.
Yang Ming shook his head: "If you don't want to learn anymore, I'll watch you."
"The night is long. Since His Highness is unwilling to participate, why not give us a chance to win?" Yang Yinjiang sat back to Yang Ming's original position and began to pack up the chess pieces.
Yang Ming thought for a while and said, "I still have three pieces of mutton-fat jade scraps. Whichever of you wins will get it."
"What a blessing, if nothing else, it should be mine," Yang Yinjiang curled her lips and said to Nuan Dong, "Come on
Well, best of three. "
Six women, the game begins.
Idle time was idle, and there were no other entertainment activities anyway, so Yang Ming simply rested his head on his knees and watched chess with his chin on his head.
Among the six girls, there are three beauties, each of whom is good at winning and has a unique charm. It is good to appreciate the beauties.
Of the other three, one is covered with a curtain all year round and is not seen by others. The other is warm in winter and cool in summer. They actually have good looks, but compared with those three, they are nothing.
After a while, Nuan Dong lost all three games.
As expected.
She and Liang Xia were evenly matched, and their level was only a little better than Yang Ming's. If it weren't for the fact that they were from the imperial palace, they might not know how to play chess at all.
Next, Yang Yinjiang looked at Gao Yue provocatively: "It's your turn."
Gao Yue stood up and came to the opposite side of Yang Yinjiang. She held the black piece, so she took the lead.
At this time, Pei Shuying quietly came to Gao Yue's original position and sat down, just next to Yang Ming, so she leaned over and whispered:
"Father often says that you are very resourceful and clever. As long as you are willing to learn, it will not be difficult to defeat them."
Yang Ming raised his eyebrows, sniffing the body fragrance from Pei Shuying, and whispered seriously:
"Not learn!"
Pei Shuying couldn't help but laugh: "If you don't want to learn, you won't learn. Do you need to be so serious about it?"
Yang Ming smiled and said nothing.
Pei Shuying added: "My father bought a new house in Longqingfang as the wedding place for Xuanji and the princess. Xuanji was now appointed by the Supreme Lord to the Third Division of Yitong in the Kaifu. Because of his young age, he was recruited by the prince into the East Palace. , I made a thousand preparations."
Yang Ming didn't know this, because it wasn't a big deal, so there was no need for his mother-in-law and eldest brother to tell him about it.
Pei Xuanji married the daughter of a prince, and the honorary title was buy one, get one free, and Donggong Qianniu Preparation was a springboard. When he got older, he could be assigned to a local post. He started as a prefect of a county. I have heard that Qianniu prepared himself to be the county magistrate.
"This guy Xuan Ji is so lucky," Yang Ming said with a smile.
Pei Shuying nodded and said, "Thank you for all this. My father told me later that after Yu Wenshu returned to Beijing, he also mentioned it to His Royal Highness in private, hoping that the third son could marry the princess, but at that time, Xuan Ji The engagement has been made and cannot be changed, otherwise, given the close relationship between Yuwenshu and the prince, Xuanji would have no chance."
It was so dangerous... Fortunately, I took a step forward and Yuwen Sangou almost succeeded. Yang Ming said curiously:
"Shiji has also returned to the capital?"
Pei Shuying nodded: "Now the prince has arranged him to join the Zuoyu Forest Guards and become a general Guo Yi."
When Pang Niu was in the palace, he was General Guo Yi, but he didn't get involved until he was in his thirties, while Yu Wenshi got involved when he was fifteen years old.
The game between Gao Yue and Yang Yinjiang took a long time, but they still lost in all three games.
Next, it's Chen Shuyi's turn to play, and she is a master.
In addition to not being able to manage the country, the old Chen family is also an expert in eating, drinking, playing, poetry, and singing.
Yang Ming has just seen it. Chen Shuyi's way of playing chess is unique. Every move is very fast. She should have a set of rules in mind.
Although Yang Yinjiang knew that Pei Shuying had been whispering to Yang Ming and felt somewhat unhappy, she didn't take it to heart.
This time I came to Jingzhou, it was because of Yang Ming. How could I not seize this rare opportunity?
Just as the rain started here, Pei Shuying immediately came over again:
"There are still too few subordinate officials in your palace. Many of them are vacant. This will make you very tired. Do you want me to recommend one to you?"
The one you recommended must be named Pei, right? Yang Ming smiled and said, "Tell me about it."
Pei Shuying said: "My father has a younger brother who once served as the governor of Yingzhou. When he was in the local area, he offended people because of excessive punishment and was transferred back to the capital by the supreme leader. Now he is idle at home and is looking for my father to find a new position."
"The sentence is too harsh?" Yang Ming asked curiously.
Pei Shuying nodded and said, "This person was originally from Dali Temple.
, he was in charge of judging the severity of the punishment. However, when he arrived at the place, he found that the offenders were mostly from aristocratic families and had little respect for royal laws. Most of them thought that breaking the law could be reduced by money, so he simply increased the punishment. Those who were close to death were directly sentenced to death, thus offending the Lanling Xiao family. "
No wonder... with Pei Ju's ability, how could he not arrange for a clan brother.
Did your feelings offend the concubine’s mother’s family? Then he is really unlucky.
Now that Dad is in charge of the East Palace, who else dares to use him?
Yang Ming asked: "What is this person's name?"
Pei Shuying said: "Pei Xizai is the son of Pei Jingmin, the former minister of the Ministry of War."
"It turns out it's him..." Yang Ming muttered.
He still knows about Pei Jingmin. He once served as the Sima of the General Administration of Yizhou for King Yang Xiu of Shu, which is Pang Niu's current position. Later, in the 16th year of the founding of the Emperor, he died in battle while fighting the rebellion in the southwest. .
Pang Niu was not from a big family, and his ancestors could not be counted on, but he was Dugu Jialuo's personal guard, so he could be the Sima of the Jingzhou General Manager's Office.
Without Dugu Jialuo, he is nothing.
Pei Xizai? Haven't heard much about it.
Yang Ming smiled and said, "Is it your intention or Mr. Pei's intention to recommend this person to me?"
Pei Shuying curled her lips and said, "Whoever has face with you is whoever you want."
"Oh..." Yang Ming said deliberately: "It seems that this is what Mr. Pei means."
Pei Shuying shrugged playfully and suddenly said: "How long will you tolerate me?"
"What do you mean?" Yang Ming asked blankly.
Pei Shuying said softly, "It means when do you want me to leave."
"You can leave whenever you want." Yang Ming still has a good impression of Pei Shuying. This is the charm of a straightforward person. Although sometimes, being straightforward can make people speechless, but it is always better than being full of scheming. .
What's more, Pei Shuying is a famous chaste woman in history. What man doesn't like this? Have it? no?
Furthermore, Yang Ming could tell that the other party had some interest in him, otherwise he wouldn't have come all the way to find her.
My damn charm...
At the age of fourteen, you are almost old enough to interact with men and women.
Pei Shuying was very satisfied with Yang Ming's answer and cheered in her heart. She was originally thin-skinned and was always afraid that if she stayed in Jiangling like this, she would offend Yang Ming. After all, her relationship with Yang Ming in Daxing was far inferior to that of Yang Yin. crimson.
But now she was relieved. Her father agreed and Yang Ming would not drive her away. Then, she could continue to live in a comfortable place.
It happened that Yang Yinjiang was defeated, so she stood up in high spirits, sat down opposite Chen Shuyi, and said directly:
"How many times will you give me?"
Chen Shuyi was stunned, and her self-esteem was instantly hurt: "Who wants you to give in?"
