Gao Han's words made his younger brother Gao Yun so ashamed that he fell to his knees with a "pop" and was choked with tears for a while. The two brothers actually cried together while hugging each other.
After a long time, Gao Han stopped sobbing, helped his younger brother stand up, wiped a few tears from the corners of his eyes, and said seriously: "Ah Jun! Just listen to my brother, when the time comes for the martial arts competition, don't be too competitive with others. , you and I, brothers, have no one to rely on when they first entered the officialdom, and cannot afford to offend those powerful officials. If you still think of me as your biological brother today, just listen to my advice!"
Gao Jun suddenly lowered his head again, struggling turbulently in his heart. Should he listen to his inner call? Or should I listen to my brother’s sincere advice? It seems that no matter which answer you choose, you will suffer. Gao Jun sighed, wiped his tears with the corners of his sleeves, and said, "Brother, I'm sorry, then I... I'd better not participate in this competition!"
Gao Han was startled, he didn't want to participate? It seemed that this was a good result, so he smiled at his younger brother and said, "Brother, it's not that I don't want you to participate. Don't bear any grudge against me. I actually think about you too!"
Gao Han watched his younger brother turn away in despair, with a satisfied smile on his lips. But suddenly for a moment, he felt a little unbearable in his heart. He was so determined, right? But the younger brother is too young after all. He doesn't know that the officialdom is dark and the court is dangerous. Every step seems to be like walking on thin ice. If you make a wrong step, your life will be in danger at least, or the fish will be harmed at worst. What kind of person is the prince? Xun Mou How smart is he? If he doesn't rely on power, how can he save the lives of his family in this dangerous situation? How can one be promoted to an official position? All this is not only for myself, but also for you, my brother!
The night market on Ma Shi Street is brightly lit, as bright as day, with crowds of people coming and going on the street, and the sound of shouting can be heard all the time. Gao Han sat in a small sedan chair and landed in front of the gate of the Prince's Mansion in the East Palace.
After Gao Han got off the sedan chair, he personally presented a greeting card to his disciples. After a while, the disciples came out to greet him again.
Prince Liu Yan's study room was brightly lit, and as soon as he stepped through the door, a chill hit him. Gao Han stood at the door, leaned forward and said, "His Royal Highness is a thousand years old..."
"Come in!" Liu Yan glanced at Gao Han with a strange look, then continued to look down at the letters on the case, "Close the door!"
Gao Han carefully closed the door, fearing that he would disturb the prince if he made any noise. Then he came to Liu Yan with a pleasant look and said with a flattering smile: "Your Highness, are you busy?"
"No!" Liu Yan still looked at the letter as usual, "If you have anything to say, just tell me!"
Gao Han chuckled, "Actually, it's nothing, I just want to talk to Your Highness about the martial arts contest to select a handsome man!"
Liu Yan smiled, "What? Isn't your brother Gao Yun also going to participate?"
"This is what I want to tell you!" Gao Han cupped his hand and continued with a smile, "I have already told my brother that General Xun is yours, and asked him not to interfere in this matter."
"Oh?" Liu Yan was startled, put down the letter in his hand, looked at Gao Yun and said, "So your brother won't participate in the competition?"
"Exactly!"
"Haha... Gao Jun, will he listen to you?" Liu Yan said with a smile.
Gao Han smiled awkwardly and said: "He didn't listen at first, but the lower official stated his interests and said that I am also one of yours. That's why my younger brother chose not to participate!"
Liu Yan laughed loudly, stood up and patted Gao Han on the shoulder, "Gao Han, you are indeed a good brother who does his duty!"
"Thanks to your highness for your kindness, this is just a small effort. I am truly honored to be able to share your worries with you!"
"Well! You are quite diligent in the Ministry of Works, and I and the Emperor have noticed it. The Emperor also mentioned to me the vacancy of the Minister of Works a few days ago. It has been vacant for more than a month, so? ..." Liu Yan glanced at Gao Han deliberately.
Gao Han bowed and smiled, "Your Highness, tell me!"
"So, considering Mr. Gao's hard work in the Ministry of Industry, I will recommend you to be the Minister of the Ministry of Industry tomorrow!"
Before he could finish speaking the word "counselor" or "prince", Gao Han's legs were already kneeling on the ground, kowtowing like a man pounding garlic to express his gratitude.
The second watch gong was drowned out by the noise of Xining Street. The rain had stopped for a while, and Xining Street was gradually becoming more lively. Gao Yun stood alone in the crowded street, frowning, and walked to Lu Zuo's house. The plaque that originally read "Tao Mansion" on the mansion has been replaced by "Lu Mansion". It is these two words that are like needles, stinging Gao Yun's eyes. As soon as he stepped onto the first step in front of the door, he turned around and sighed. Just as he was about to leave, his outstretched foot retracted again.
"General Gao!"
Gao Yun was stopped by a familiar voice, hesitated for a moment, and then slowly turned around.
It turned out to be Lao Pan, the housekeeper of the Lu Mansion. Lao Pan saluted to Gao Jun and said, "General Gao, it's really you! Why are you wandering around this door and not coming in! Come on! Come in..."
Gao Yun hesitated again, then hesitated and said awkwardly: "No... no! I... was just passing by and ready to go back!"
Lao Pan saw Gao Yun's strange expression and saw that something must be on his mind, so he stepped forward and grabbed Gao Yun's clothes and said with a smile: "General Gao, please invite me. If our master knows that you are at the door, I haven't invited you." You go in, and don’t curse me to death later. If anything happens, let’s go in and talk about it!”
Gao Jun couldn't resist, so he had no choice but to follow Lao Pan through the door.
Lu Zuo was sitting under the locust tree in front of the house enjoying the cool air, shaking his feather fan and chatting with Yin Ji beside him from time to time.
Suddenly, Yin Ji stood up excitedly and shouted: "Brother Gao Er, Brother Gao Er is here!"
Gao Yun quickened his pace and came to Lu Zuo to salute. Lu Zuo also stood up and returned the salute.
Lu Zuo smiled and said: "The rain has just stopped and it's very cool. Dear brother, please sit down and cool down too!"
Gao Yun lowered his head in embarrassment and did not answer.
Yin Ji also noticed something was wrong with Gao Yun and asked curiously: "Brother Gao Er, what's wrong with you? Is there something you're hiding from us?"
"No...no, it's nothing..." Gao Yun said covertly.
Lu Zuo smiled and said: "Ji'er has noticed it and still said no!"
"It's nothing!" Gao Yunqiang smiled, "It's just that I've been busy recently and don't have time to see you, big brother!"
"Brother Xian, I don't have to be secretive with my eldest brother!" Lu Zuo smiled and pointed the feather fan at Gao Yun, "You must be hiding something from me, right?"
Gao Yun looked at his eldest brother's unreserved smile, lowered his head and sighed, not knowing how to talk to his eldest brother!
