A few days later, a decree came from the palace: Wang Hao, the bachelor's student at the palace, was ordered to enter Zhan's Mansion and take charge of Shao Zhan's affairs.
Wang Hao was young and intelligent. He could read classics and history at the age of eight and write poetry at the age of twelve. In the eleventh year of Chenghua, he ranked third in the imperial examination. He was of noble character and extremely talented. He was a famous upright and honest minister during the Hongzhi period.
Although he is forty-seven or eighteen years old like Zhang Tianrui. But Wang Hao's career was obviously much more dazzling.
There is no way, the people discussed together with Wang Hao are people like Xie Qian.
Because the number one scholar in this subject in the eleventh year of Chenghua was none other than Xie Qian, an old and important minister in the cabinet.
And there is still a debate about who was the number one pick and who was the third overall pick. The so-called "Wen Rang Wang Hao, appearance Rang Xie Qian" refers to exactly this matter.
Wang Hao's eight-legged essay Zhiyi's rhetoric was unparalleled for a while. At that time, he was very famous for his success in Jieyuan and Huiyuan, and it seemed that he was almost certain to be the number one scholar. Later, Tang Bohu praised him: he was the best in articles in the country and unparalleled among the prime ministers in the mountains.
However, when it came to the palace examination, the number one scholar was Xie Qian.
It was nothing at first, but the problem was that Xie Qian was too handsome.
When he was young, Mr. Xie Ge was handsome and handsome. Even now that he is older, he is still a handsome guy.
This will inevitably make people make irresponsible remarks. So people said: Wen gave Wang Hao a place, appearance gave way to Xie Qian.
In addition to the excellent article,
Wang Hao also has a high reputation for his moral character. Looking at it from today's perspective, he is even a little bit pretentious.
For example, he was related by marriage to Zhang Luan, Zhu Houzhao's grandfather and the queen's father, which existed before Zhang Luan became a prominent figure.
When Zhang Luan was granted the title of Marquis of Shouning, Wang Hao stopped having any contact with him.
It means: I, Wang Hao, am not a person who clings to nobles.
This is a man who implements Confucian moral concepts to the end, an old man, an old scholar as hard as a rock.
"What does Yu Qiao (characterized by Xie Qian) mean, that there is an expert behind His Highness?"
Finally, they understood that the prince had left the pavilion to study. The two old men also stole half a day of free time, found a pavilion, cooked wine, drank tea, and did something elegant.
Of course, matters in the court still have to be discussed.
Mr. Xie Ge has a dignified manner and the style of an ancient gentleman, but he also has a mouth that can talk about a lot of things.
"There are twists and turns in this matter. Jizhi (Wang Kuo) just heard about it. Does Jizhi believe that this is the wisdom of a seven-year-old child? How could this matter have been accomplished if not for the clever handling of the relationship between His Majesty and his ministers? ?”
Wang Hao is a straight man, but it does not mean that he does not understand politics, otherwise he would not be a high official.
However, the two of them knew very well that in the end, those people in the East Palace were the only ones who
His Royal Highness is just seven years old, so there is no mysterious figure behind his back.
Because it is difficult to understand, I want to solve it.
And once there is such a person, with such ability to control the situation in the DPRK, I really don’t know what will happen next.
An autumn wind blew outside the pavilion, blowing the corners of official robes. Wang Hao stretched out his arm to block the wind.
Only then did he understand that Mr. Xie Ge was chatting and laughing with him. He probably knew that His Majesty had promoted him, and he would have more contact with the prince in the future.
"Jizhi, His Majesty has promoted you to the rank of Young Master. Xu Chieffu and the cabinet have unanimously agreed. Your Majesty has commended Jizhi for his talents and virtues. His Highness has changed a lot recently. Maybe Jizhi can find an opportunity to find out. .”
"I heard that Your Highness is filial and loyal this time. His Highness is so young but has such a moral character. Yu Qiao doesn't need to worry too much."
"It's not that I'm worried..." Handsome guy Xie smiled, "I'm just really curious."
"Haha. If there is anything that can make Yu Qiao curious, then I have to go and experience it."
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The weather before winter suddenly turned gloomy.
When I got up, I also found that it was raining and there were some flower beds in front of the temple.
There were plants and trees planted in the flower beds, and their heads were bowed under the weight of the rain.
Zhu Hou looked at the water droplets falling on the eaves of the corridor, enjoying the tranquility at the moment.
Liu Jin didn't dare to disturb him. He always felt that His Highness didn't look like a child.
In fact, Zhu Houzhao was too lazy to pretend. It might be possible to pretend for a while while living, but pretending all the time would be torture, and might even turn into a psychopath.
"Liu Jin, if you have nothing to do, why don't you go for a walk with me?"
"Your Highness, it's still raining a little bit."
"It's okay, it's just a light rain. Just hold an umbrella."
In his previous life, he had only been to this place as a tourist.
"My slave, I obey. However, please wear more clothes, Your Highness. The wind is a bit evil today."
Zhu Houzhao nodded in agreement, so the palace ladies came over to give him a hard time. They tied jade belts around their waists with dragon-shaped patterns engraved in the middle.
It's not that tall and straight for a child, but it's still refreshing and neat.
Zhu Houzhao asked for a paper umbrella, left the Jiefang Hall, and walked slowly in the Forbidden City under the drizzle. The fresh air when it rained made him feel comfortable.
The only thing was that he was not used to not being able to check his cell phone. He even thought about that era over there and wondered when he would no longer need to wear a mask.
There aren't too many things to think about, and there aren't a lot of troubles to solve.
He is such a tolerant person.
Even as a prince, even if he knows that time has changed for five hundred years, even if he knows that the Age of Discovery has begun in the West.
But after all, man is not a god, and he cannot solve everything, let alone be the emperor for decades, and the Ming Dynasty will be immortal from now on.
Where would that happen? How many emperors have there been since ancient times? Which one can do this?
Even if it is really done, will the eternal Emperor Zhu be very good?
So Zhu Houzhao doesn't want to think too much, but he is in this era and in this position, and after all, there are many living people here,
Those joys, anger, sorrows, life, separation and death are not fake.
Therefore, he still had to do something reliable and do many things that princes and emperors should do well.
The prince walked forward in silence, while Liu Jin, Zhang Yong and others followed him and did not dare to talk nonsense.
Except for the patter of rain, everything seemed quiet.
But when the crown prince passed by a corner, two palace maids suddenly rushed out. Probably because it was raining, they wanted to walk faster, but there was no sound from Zhu Houzhao and his party at the corner.
So I bumped into him suddenly, and when I saw someone, I let out a loud 'ah' sound like a fright!
Among the people around him, Zhang Yong had some strength. Seeing this change, he immediately stepped in front of Zhu Houzhao and said, "Your Highness, be careful!"
These all happened in a moment. Zhu Houzhao was actually startled, not too scared.
The young palace maid, carrying the bamboo basket, only touched him lightly.
Despite this, the two little girls were so frightened that their faces turned pale and they knelt on the ground. The cold raindrops hit them, and there were tea leaves scattered on the ground. The tea leaves fell into the shallow water. Then it got wet.
There was a thunderous "boom" in everyone's hearts, even the eunuch who had woken up early and felt sleepy seemed to have been given a slap in the face. Except for Zhang Yong who reacted very quickly and came up to protect Zhu Houzhao, everyone else knelt down!
The two slender palace maids in pale white clothes pressed their palms against the cold, damp stone slabs and said in horror: "This slave accidentally bumped into His Highness, please spare your life!"
"Bold slave! How dare you charge at His Highness? Do you think your life is too long?!" Liu Jin started at this time, his voice was sharp and angry, as if he wanted to eat people.
"Get up, I'm fine." Zhu Houzhao pinched a tea leaf that fell on him and put it in the overturned basket.
It's a pity that even though he said this, the two palace ladies still didn't dare to move. It seemed that they felt that today's punishment was indispensable.
Liu Jin said eagerly: "Your Highness, these two blind servants almost collided with Your Highness, how can you forgive them so easily?"
"They didn't mean it. Get up quickly."
The two people kneeling on the ground didn't know what the prince was thinking, but after saying it twice, they tried to believe it, "Slave... thank you for your forgiveness!"
The girl in front stood up slowly. Her clothes were all wet, especially the cuffs. She was so anxious just now that she didn't dare to move even if she got wet.
They are not tall, and they don't even look old. They have plain faces and slender figures. They are pure and beautiful, but in this frightened state, their faces are bloodless.
"These tea leaves should still be usable, right?" Zhu Houzhao took a bite. They were tender, but also a little astringent and bitter.
Liu Jin was even more polite than his master and said viciously: "His Highness is asking you a question!"
The leading maid must be older than the other one. Her smooth and tender skin only has a very light mole on the lower right corner of her eye. It is so white that it makes people think that her skin is very thin. Even though she lowers her head slightly, it still gives her a pure and pure look. Feel.
"Back to Your Highness, these can still be soaked. Sometimes, the slaves will soak them in rainwater, so it won't be a problem."
"That's good."
After saying that, he turned and left.
Until he gradually disappeared from sight, the two palace maids suddenly seemed to be discouraged and collapsed on the ground.
They took a deep breath and smiled at each other, as if they were celebrating the aftermath of the disaster.
"Sister Qiuyun, are you crying?" The one who was so frightened that she didn't say a word asked in surprise. She never thought that someone who never panicked would cry.
"No. I'm happy. Come on, let's clean up. We can't delay Eunuch Qi's business." Qiu Yun wiped the tears that escaped her eyes.
Even though she had a stable temperament, she was powerless and scared at that moment. The only thing she could do was pray.
"Okay. This is the first time I have met His Highness. Fortunately... His Highness should have a gentle temper."
Qiu Yun naturally thought so, but he still reminded him, "Let's not talk nonsense about His Highness behind his back, especially today's matter. Don't tell anyone."
"Why?"
"After all, you and I collided with His Highness. Although it was a close call, we still frightened His Highness. Your Majesty and the Queen love His Highness so much. Even though His Highness is gentle and kind, but..."
Thinking about it this way, it seems that things are not over yet.
Liu Jin was also surprised, "Your Highness, why did you forgive those two people today...?"
Zhu Houzhao said: "Intentional and unintentional are always different. They don't know I am over there. You are not allowed to trouble them in the future."
He turned around and gave the order, but the expressions on everyone's faces were indeed a bit strange.
So he couldn't help but frown, and after thinking about it carefully, he came to some realization.
What happened had ruined his mood, and he didn't want to wander around anymore, mainly because he was still a little cold.
As soon as he returned to the East Palace, he immediately called Zhang Yong,
"Send someone to look at the two palace ladies just now."
Zhang Yong was a little surprised.
His Highness's order surprised him.
I have just been forgiven, why are you going to see me now?
"yes."
At this time, Liu Jin also came in from outside.
"Your Highness, the new young master of Zhanshi Mansion, Zhan Shiwang, would like to see you."
