Chen Bo's father, now Mr. Chen, is now just a third-grade official who has fulfilled his duties.
It sounds like a high level, but without actual power, he might as well be a fifth-grade official.
However, Mr. Chen can be regarded as having made contributions to the rule of the dynasty, so the Holy Emperor still respects him, but that's all.
It would be great if Chen Bo could return to Beijing to take up a post.
Chen Bo knew very well that in his generation, if his brother could become a doctor of Guozi, it meant that he would not go to the center of power, but he still had a chance.
"Please thank your lord for your clarification."
Chen Bo's posture was very low, and there was nothing he could do. Xie Xiuwen was a fourth-rank official, much taller than him.
"If Brother Chen stays in Beijing, the official position can be promoted to at least the fifth rank, and Xie also has the ability to help Brother Chen join the Sixth Department. If he is appointed as Sima or Chief of History, it may be feasible. Everything should be decided by Brother Chen."
Chen Bo suddenly felt more at ease.
The Chen family just looked at the scenery on the surface. After all, his father had no real power. In a capital full of nobles, there were not many places where he could actually speak.
Now that he has an in-law from the Xie family, his career may be more stable in the future.
"Thank you for your advice, sir."
Xie Xiuwen waved his hand and said with a smile: "Brother Chen, why do you need to see me outside? Brother Chen, you can call me Zicheng. Our two families are relatives, and it is natural for us to help each other."
When Chen Bo saw that the other party was trying to show his kindness, he naturally had to give him face.
In this way, the two brothers can communicate more smoothly.
"Brother Chen, how much does Brother Chen know about Mr. Chen from the outer city?"
Chen Bo looked slightly calm, but still mentioned some old things lightly.
"My third uncle has always been arrogant and arrogant. I wonder what he has done that is not conducive to my virtuous brother?"
Xie Xiuwen shook his head, and then chuckled: "In fact, so far, I can't figure out whether it is me, Xie, or you, Brother Chen, that he wants to deal with!"
When the whole story was told, Chen Bo was so angry that his face turned livid.
This is not directed at Xie Xiuwen, it is clearly directed at their Chen family!
My daughter finally got into a good marriage, and the third uncle couldn't wait to jump out and try to destroy it. This was still the third uncle's biological relationship. They were simply distant relatives!
"My dear brother, don't be upset. It's all my third uncle's nonsense. I will definitely give my dear brother an explanation for this matter."
Xie Xiuwen shook his head: "They have learned a lesson from this matter, and they should just treat it as my revenge. I mentioned this matter to Brother Chen today, and I hope to tell you in person, so that no one will use it as a weapon to provoke you in the future. The relationship between my two families.”
Xie Xiuwen frankly admitted that he had done something to Chen Xing, and Chen Bo naturally admired him even more.
The conspiracy is not as good as the conspiracy, Xie Xiuwen is indeed a true gentleman!
The two drank and chatted happily, and the atmosphere became better, so Xie Xiuwen sent someone to call Xie Ronghui over to talk together.
"To be honest, Brother Chen, my eldest son's knowledge is still a little behind, so when he ends next year, I will just give him some experience."
Xie Xiuwen knew that with Xie Ronghui's current knowledge, he would not be able to pass the examination at all, so he informed him in advance to avoid being disappointed by the Yue family in the future.
"Brother Xie Xian is indeed a sober person, I admire him!"
Xie Xiuwen took Xie Ronghui back to Fuyuan Villa. The father and son climbed slowly from the foot of the mountain, admiring the scenery from time to time.
"Brother Hui, you are still young. Don't be impatient about the scientific examination. Did what your father and Mr. Chen said today make you feel uncomfortable?"
Xie Ronghui quickly bowed and said: "My son doesn't dare. He also knows that he is a little behind in his knowledge. He has also found it difficult to write essays recently, so he is not sure about next year's provincial examination."
Xie Xiuwen nodded with satisfaction: "It's great that you have self-awareness. Scholars are not afraid of arrogance or arrogance, but they are afraid of not knowing their own knowledge. They always think that I am the best in the world and no one can match it! If it is true If this is the case, it will be dangerous.”
"Yes, my son knows."
"You are still young. Even if you don't pass the exam next year, you should get married on time. Once you get married, you will have a wife to take care of you. You will be able to focus more on your studies in the future. Besides, even if you delay for a few more years, you will only be in your early twenties. Still young."
"My son knows. In fact, the reason why my son was a scholar before was thanks to his father's teachings and the books specially sent to his hometown. Although my son is somewhat diligent in studying, his talent is far less than that of Cheng Sanlang. His son I didn’t dare to compare with him, but I always wanted to know how far behind he was, so that I would know how to work hard and forge ahead.”
Xie Xiuwen was very satisfied with his words.
Even if he is not his own parent and child, it is not easy to have this understanding.
As long as you cultivate them well, even if you don't become famous in the world in the future, you can at least have a bright future.
"It's good that you have this understanding. My father asked you to study with Mr. Chen. Firstly, it is to temper your temperament. Secondly, I also hope that you can gain more knowledge. After the Mid-Autumn Festival, you will step down and Come and study hard. Regardless of whether you pass the provincial examination next year, my father hopes that you can study abroad, whether it is for a few months or a year or two."
Xie Ronghui's eyes were slightly red, and he didn't expect that his father had already thought so far about him.
"Yes, the son should remember his father's teachings."
The father and son chatted a few words about Feng County's government affairs from time to time along the way, and arrived at the villa without noticing they were tired.
Zhu Weng quickly asked Zhu Xiaoyun to help the master, and several servants who followed him from a distance also trotted over.
Ge Sanshun supported Xie Ronghui and was relieved when he saw that the eldest son was not drunk on his face.
"I'm fine. I'll send my father back to his room to rest first. Sanshun, go and tell the kitchen to prepare some hangover soup."
Zhu Weng said with a smile: "Eldest Young Master, there is no need to bother. My wife ordered someone to prepare it early in the morning, just waiting for you two to come back."
Xie Ronghui smiled. As expected, his mother was thoughtful.
Xie Rongzhao ran out quickly: "Brother, have you seen Sister Jiaojiao? Have you given her the things I gave you?"
Seeing his sister who was so excited, Xie Ronghui really wanted to raise his hand and pinch her chubby cheeks, but he restrained himself.
"Well, I gave it to her. She said she liked it very much and asked me to thank you."
Xie Rongzhao suddenly jumped up, clapped his hands and said, "That's great. Sister Jiaojiao said she likes it, which means I gave the right thing."
"She asked me to pass this on to you. She said she wanted to thank you for your kindness. She also said she did it herself. You should not dislike it."
Xie Rongzhao took a beautiful sachet with Du Juan flowers embroidered on it. At a glance, he knew it was worn by a woman.
"It's so beautiful. Sister Jiaojiao is really good at making female celebrities. No wonder my mother-in-law always asks me to learn more from her."
After saying that, Xie Rongzhao glanced at Xie Ronghui with curiosity. It wasn't until Xie Ronghui showed embarrassment that Xie Rongzhao laughed and said: "Brother got one too, didn't he? Bring it to me quickly!"
