After coming out of Beinei, Jiang Tian took the way to Prince Pu's Mansion. Although the late King Pu seemed to have made a mistake, at least he did a lot of invisible work in completing his mission; in the end, he even did not hesitate to use his body as a bait to test out the possible black hands behind the scenes.
Therefore, for the sake of emotion and reason, I must find an opportunity to rest in peace and express my condolences for the elders who died on the way to pursue the truth. However, after Jiang Tian handed over his name card outside the palace gate, the palace quickly opened the side door and ushered him in solemnly.
Then, they were driven straight in, passing through many front courtyards and outbuildings in the back house, and finally came to a place where the strong smell of incense could be smelled from a distance. At this moment, Jiang Tian suddenly understood that this was the family temple of Prince Pu's palace; in ordinary people's homes, it was the so-called ancestral hall.
As for this family temple, which has three racks and five bays, the middle door is wide open at this moment, allowing people to vaguely see the gods and portraits inside. There are several rows of men, women, old and children of all kinds standing in the vestibule; Li Cunhuan, the prince of Prince Pu, who is still rich and dignified, is standing at the front.
"This is Supervisor Jiang, who is also the benefactor of our family." He couldn't hide his sadness and sadness. He took the initiative to come forward and held Jiang Tian's arm, and introduced loudly to the people behind him: "According to my father's The king’s will should be regarded as the same as that of our family, have you all remembered it?”
"..." At this moment, Jiang Tian was speechless, embarrassed, and secretly ashamed. However, after everyone responded in unison, Prince Pu refused to let go at all, and pulled him again. All the descendants and clansmen from Prince Pu's residence were introduced and met one by one.
Finally, amid complicated glances and glances, Jiang Tian was led into the family temple and stood under a reserved blank tablet. Then he pushed away the people around him, slightly raised his hands to Jiang Tian and said sincerely: "I am alone in making my own decisions. Please don't be offended by the Superintendent."
"Now my father's whereabouts are still unknown, but His Highness the Guardian has returned to the palace safely..." Then, he explained: "I can only follow my father's orders and carry things to this point; the next follow-up opportunities can only be relied on. The Supervisor is left to his own devices and cannot intervene too much."
"But if you have free time, the Supervisor may wish to come to the house for a walk." Then he took out a jade sign and said: "Although it is difficult for a lonely family to have help, I still have some wealth left over due to God's grace over the years. In the future But if you need it, just send someone to the Shunchang Lian (Fei Qianfang Cabinet) to withdraw it."
Well, it seems that Prince Pu is determined to accept this oblique relative. And Jiang Tian really didn't know how to refuse and defend. Could it be that you have found the wrong person? In fact, when Zhenzhuji gave birth to twins, they were not twins, but twin daughters?
Despite this, Jiang Tian still accepted the jade token so that he could feel at ease. After all, Jiang Tian can somewhat understand his current position and difficulties; especially when the prestigious and senior King Laopu is missing rather than dead.
As the crown prince, the resources and power he can legitimately use are actually far less than before. Being able to invite oneself to the family temple as a guest, and even enter the house to introduce a group of family members; this is already considered a quite extraordinary attitude and clear stance in official terms.
On the other hand, Prince Pu's Mansion is really rich, very rich. As the lineage of King Pu with a transcendent status among the many clans in the world, in addition to the rewards and gifts from the emperors of the past dynasties, they have also accumulated considerable resources and connections because of their many appointments as Zong Zhengqing/eldest uncle;
Not to mention other private incomes, just within the control of Zongzheng Temple, there are hundreds of thousands of annuities and support expenses for clan members, as well as clan property and industry spread across major famous cities in Wangyi; you can take it out at will A decimal point is a huge astronomical figure.
Therefore, although Jiang Tian could not accept this unexpected windfall and could withdraw it at any time, he had to accept this kind offer. In other words, he can rely on his own strength to basically ignore most of the world's human sentiments, but he might as well use this to unite all available forces.
Not to mention whether he knew anything, or what King Pu told him before he left? However, under normal circumstances, human relations are not limited to unilateral expressions of kindness or goodwill; when there is no way to repay the favor over time, it is easy to develop a rebellious mentality of "promoting kindness and enmity".
Relationships are easier to maintain and consolidate through interactions. Just like Jiang Tian, who may not need it, but has been silently supporting and contributing behind the scenes, or the Pei family of Daozhengfang, who has stood up for him many times, also needs feedback and rewards...
While Jiang Tian was riding a horse through the bustling and bustling market with full of thoughts, he suddenly heard bursts of noise, and then the pedestrians, carriages and horses in front of him stopped temporarily. Immediately, these people who were blocked in the street looked eagerly in a certain direction.
Then, amidst the faint sound of drums and musical instruments, a seasonal float with a height of 10 feet, led by dozens of flag-carrying riders, slowly passed through the specially cleared side streets. And on the float, there were people shouting and shouting something in a mellow and long tone...
It is like an advertising street car in later generations, a loudspeaker truck used by the government to issue announcements, or even a radio truck used by politicians for street campaigns. Of course, this is also a major feature of this era. It is one of the legacies left by the senior time traveler and is also a major improvement for Jingzhao Mansion.
Chang'an is a highly commercially developed metropolis. The East Market alone has 220 rows and tens of thousands of shops. Therefore, as long as you have a legal business identity or a background issued by a guild, you can theoretically apply for a Sravaka Parade corresponding to the market and time period.
It was also a commercial advertising activity carried out on the streets; so later on, sravaka parades were no longer limited to ordinary business activities, but expanded to other industries and classes. For example, the Jockey Club, Polo and Cuju Federation in Jingshi, sword fights organized by Jinghua Society, etc.
Even the head of the community in Pingkangli held a street parade for each new scholar; or the large and small temples, nunneries, temples and pavilions in Beijing promoted various gardens and courtyards organized by them. Activities for festivals and festivals; water and land rituals and Luotian Dajiao held regularly.
Therefore, even though he was far away, Jiang Tian, who was waiting on horseback, soon heard it, which triggered a hot topic on the street: "The imperial court convened the world's first athletic competition in advance," "Selecting people from all over the world, from all over the world," By the side, the warriors and athletes of the princes and feudal lords..."
However, after hearing the exact news again, Jiang Tian couldn't help but feel moved again. It seems that the elders in the imperial court are no longer satisfied with the current situation and want to recruit more talents from all over the world? Or simply someone wants to do something with this?
Jiang Tian looked at the lively market again, the vendors and footmen who were busy making a living, or the various people enjoying life, as if they were not affected at all by the Qiuchu Camp Incident; suddenly he felt that sometimes ignorance is also a problem. the basic principles of happiness.
The next moment, his thoughts were interrupted. Because someone in the crowd had a brief contact with one of the followers and sent Jiang Tian a piece of paper with a specific symbol written on it. Afterwards, Jiang Tian followed the instructions in the note and turned through two alleys to a nearby small street.
Then after taking a few glances at the environment, he walked under a roadside tea shed; the ground made of gravel here still retains stagnant water in the low-lying areas; a simple and crude charcoal stove, a blackened iron kettle, and a grinding mill. The few furnishings of bare wooden plates and patterned pottery bowls look "clean and hygienic".
And on the sparse earthen altar "seat", there is only a short, fat and stocky figure, with his back to Jiang Tian's lively Gululu drinking tea; although the other person is wearing a fashionable short coat and an open crotch, Jiang Tian is still He recognized the man's identity at a glance.
As a few men in casual clothes scattered in all directions, they happened to occupy the corner of the tea shed; basic vigilance was maintained. Jiang Tian then sat down, scooped up a large spoonful of thick tea stems and raised it to his mouth. He turned sideways to the man who still didn't look back and asked loudly: "Mr. Zhang, do you have any advice?"
That's right, he was Zhang Yu, the marriage officer of the Wude Department who was the first to have a relationship with Jiang Tian and was also Linghu Xiaomu's adoptive father; but later on, Linghu Xiaomu came to convey the news, and they never met again. Now he looks darker than before, and he seems to have lost a layer of skin due to the sun.
"It makes you laugh, I'm afraid I won't be able to hold this position for long." Zhang Yu, who was sitting with his back to me, put down his tea cup and laughed at himself: "In this case, I don't have anything to be taboo about. It's just a matter of time. I accidentally overheard some news, so I want to ask you a small favor..."
"Can you please tell me about Zhang's marriage?" Jiang Tianran said: "Although I never owe others favors easily, if your news is important enough, it is not impossible to consider it."
"Actually, this news is about your noble family." Zhang Yu couldn't help but relax visibly on his back and shoulders after hearing this: "I accidentally learned from an old friend of this company that Zheng Zhuanzhi promoted his subordinate officer Shangsan Commander We have secretly detained a number of people suspected of being members of the Lixingyuan."
"People from Lixingyuan? Are you sure?" Jiang Tian frowned when he heard this: "You know, all the personnel in the Xijing branch are now under my command, and there are no shortages? No? Could it be someone else is pretending, or..." The next moment, he suddenly fell silent.
Because Jiang Tian thought of another possibility; since he was not from the Xijingli Academy/Secret Department under his jurisdiction, he undoubtedly appeared in the Forbidden Garden the night before yesterday. As the fleeing Highness of the Supervisor, he secretly provided support. And support, that is the team from Dongdu.
"Your news is very important to me. I owe you a favor." Jiang Tian immediately made a decision: "Or, it can be whatever conditions you want to realize it. However, I need more detailed and exact circumstances. …”
Immediately, Zhang Yu, who received the approval, took out a fold of sweat-stained and tea-soaked notes from his feet without hesitation. At the same time, he said: "I just want to be able to return to the countryside to retire in peace and contentment. You know that we, who are from Wudesi, are involved in too many relationships and disputes."
