"Congratulations, Shijie, I didn't expect that you are really in high school, and you are still in the top three. My father has been talking about you. When did you come to Beijing, you didn't come to see me. Recently, I made a new friend named Zhu Shou. Now The next top scholar in Jinke, haha, that's awesome." Yang Shen pulled Gao Shijie, who came to pay homage, and said.
Gao Shijie is ranked among the top three in the examination. Here, he only has Yang Shen as a good friend, so he naturally wants to come to see him, especially to pay homage to Yang Ting and his uncle, which is good for him.
"Brother Yang, you're welcome. I originally wanted to come and visit you as soon as I arrived in Beijing. Unfortunately, I was in a hurry and couldn't spare the time. The main reason I came here this time was to say hello to Uncle Yang. I also wanted to meet Brother Yang, Zhu Shou, and you. I actually know Zhu Shou, he is a famous person now, it has spread throughout our Hanlin Academy, you introduced him that day." Gao Shijie patted him on the shoulder and said.
It seems that the relationship between the two is really unusual, and the conversation is very casual.
Yang Shen was about to say more, but Yang Tinghe went to court early today. When he returned to the mansion, he happened to see Gao Xian's nephew, who would try to be the third Tan Hua Lang, and now he was appointed as editor of Hanlin Academy.
"Nephew Gao Xian." Yang Tinghe said in surprise.
When Yang Shen saw his father coming back, he quickly said, "Father, Shijie is here to see you."
"Xiaguan Hanlin editor Gao Shijie, pays a visit to Grand Scholar Yang." Gao Shijie knew Yang Tinghe's character, and he was very fond of etiquette, so the etiquette was more thorough. Even in the Yang Mansion, Yang Tinghe didn't say anything, and he didn't dare to think of himself as a junior.
Yang Shen said boringly, his father is a stubborn old man, and there are no outsiders here, so he still does this.
Yang Tinghe just liked this scholar boy who knew etiquette and was full of knowledge. He smiled brightly and said, "My nephew can pass the top three in high school. It's not bad. His future is limitless. Since you come to my house, you don't have to be polite. You and Shen My son is my best friend. In the house, please call me uncle. Let's talk in the study." Yang Tinghe walked over, took Gao Shijie's hand, and walked to the study.
Gao Shijie looked at Yang Shen helplessly, innocent and proud at the same time. He didn't want Yang Tinghe to be harsh to Yang Shen. He was very easy-going to Gao Shijie, just like his own son and nephew. He ignored his son without looking at him, but just pulled him away. have they gone?
Yang Shen was so happy to see Gao Shijie before that he completely forgot about anything. Now, watching Gao Shijie being taken away by his father, he felt a cry in his heart. How could I have forgotten what happened that day? Shijie, you must never Remember to cover it up for me, otherwise you will be scolded by my father.
What he was worried about was that he had deceived his father that day. He took the money and went to Qionglou to drink wine with Zhu Houzhao, but he forgot to remind Gao Shijie not to spill the beans.
Yang Tinghe accidentally mentioned this matter in the study room. Yang Shen, who was standing by him, was startled. He blinked and pursed his lips and danced. Behind Yang Tinghe, Gao Shijie suppressed his laughter and thought to himself, as expected, you kid is nothing, and you treat me like a fool again. Your shield, okay, let's see how I deal with you.
He pretended not to see Yang Shen's face and said in confusion, "My nephew can't remember exactly what day my uncle was talking about." After speaking, he glanced at Yang Shen with a sly smile.
Yang Shen thought to himself, it's over, my father has to punish me. He shouted in his heart that he was careless in making friends. Fortunately, he was called Yang Shen.
Yang Ting and Qidao glanced at Yang Shen in confusion. Yang Shen quickly regained his composure and pretended to be nonchalant and said, "Shijie, how could you forget that I gave you some silver that day? It was my father who asked me to bring it to you." Yours, let you study hard, remember?"
Gao Shijie slapped his head and said, "Uncle, don't blame me. My nephew remembered it wrong just now. Thank you uncle for the silver coins that day, so that my nephew has no worries and can concentrate on preparing for the imperial examination so that he can go to high school." Grateful."
Yang Shen finally breathed a sigh of relief and glanced at Gao Shijie with praise. The two of them had partnered up as thieves not once or twice, but they were very familiar with each other.
Not long after the discussion, Yang Shen pulled Gao Shijie away with an excuse. When he went out, he punched Gao Shijie hard and said, "You guy, you almost caused me to be beaten to death by your father's family methods just now. You scared me to death."
Gao Shijie screamed and threatened, "You still dare to hit someone, believe it or not, I will go back and expose you."
Yang Shen chuckled and ignored him at all. This guy was capable of both literary and martial arts. It was strange that his punch could hurt him. Hearing this, he pretended to be indifferent and said, "Go, go, don't forget, just now If you say it yourself, you are still grateful, who would believe you?"
The two of them left the Yang Mansion after having a fight and hugged each other. Yang Shen led Gao Shijie to Qionglou, hoping to see Zhu Shou, but who knew that Zhu Shou had not been seen for almost half a month, which made him disappointed. Gao Shijie was also disappointed.
Yang Shen spoke so well of Zhu Shou, so to be favored by Yang Shen, a self-controlled and talented guy, he was definitely not an ordinary person.
"Brother Yang, don't worry. Next time you have a chance, you can introduce me to me." Gao Shijie said with a smile.
Yang Shen said, "That's all we have to do."
The two wanted to find a place to get together and wander around the capital.
In the distance, the housekeeper of the Yang Mansion came with a few servants in a hurry. As soon as he saw Yang Shen, he shouted urgently: "I have found you. Go back to the house with the old servant. Someone is coming from the palace. Please let me know." Master, please return home quickly."
"Is there someone from the palace? Who is here? Father wants me to go home? Could it be related to me?" Yang Shen asked doubtfully.
The old housekeeper didn't know. He only knew that a young father-in-law came and said it was His Majesty's command. Yang Tinghe then hurriedly asked him to come and tell Yang Shen to go back. The old housekeeper simply said what the old man said: "Let's go quickly. Where can we go?" My father-in-law is still waiting."
When Yang Shen heard this, he realized that it really had something to do with him. The palace came with an oral instruction. Could it be that he was summoned by His Majesty? He was a little confused.
Seeing this, Gao Shijie didn't want to disturb him anymore. He patted Yang Shen and said, "Brother Yang, in this case, next time we have a chance, we can meet again and say goodbye." Gao Shijie was also curious, but no matter how curious he was, he didn't Yes, who said he doesn't have a bachelor's degree?
Yang Shen said sheepishly, "I'm sorry today. My father wants me to go back, so I don't dare to delay. Next time, if I have a chance, I'll make it up to you. I'll take my leave."
"please."
"please."
The old housekeeper urged him all the way. When he arrived at the house, the young father-in-law had been waiting at the house for a long time. Yang Tinghe was sitting in the lobby. When he saw him coming back, he said, "Father-in-law, this is the dog Yang Shen."
The young father-in-law quickly stood up and cupped his hands towards Yang Shen and said, "Young Master Yang has a great reputation. I have often heard about it from several pavilion elders in the palace. Today, when we meet him, he is indeed extraordinary in appearance. He is even more famous when we meet him." He only called himself a slave in front of the emperor, but he didn't expect to be so polite in front of Yang Shen.
After Yang Tinghe heard this, he was very pleased. He didn't care much about him calling himself a slave. He smiled and stroked his beard and said, "I don't dare to praise you as a pavilion elder because I'm a little shy, haha..."
Yang Shen was confused, but he didn't dare to be rude, so he cupped his hands and said, "My father-in-law is so complimentary, but Yang Shen doesn't dare to deserve it."
The young father-in-law remembered Liu Jin's instructions. Don't neglect to invite Young Master Yang Shen. Otherwise, you will be careful. After hearing the words, he said: "Young Master is a great talent. This servant is here in accordance with the emperor's order to bring Young Master Yang in." The palace Jianjia specially waited for the young master again. The emperor has summoned him, and the servants dare not stay for a long time. Mr. Yang, let’s invite you now.”
Yang Tinghe didn't know why the emperor suddenly wanted to see his son, but he was full of joy and happy for his son. Looking at the little father-in-law's attitude, he knew it must be a good thing.
Yang Shen looked at his father. He had never been to the palace before. He was undecided and even a little scared. He was about to go see the emperor.
"Father, although my father-in-law is gone now, my father has an explanation." Yang Shen tentatively said.
Yang Tinghe was very satisfied with his attitude. He was neither arrogant nor impetuous. This is the kind of bearing I, Yang Tinghe's child, should have.
"When you go, remember the etiquette before the king. Don't be proud. Whatever your majesty asks, you can just answer it. Don't talk too much, and don't fail to answer. Do you understand?" Yang Tinghe explained.
Yang Shen nodded; "My child, remember your father's teachings."
The young father-in-law, accompanied by two chamberlains, bowed and said, "Let's go, His Majesty is still waiting for the Young Master."
The chariot was waiting outside the palace. Yang Shen got on the chariot. The young father-in-law held the chariot and horses, and a group of guards followed the chariot and horses. Yang Shen entered the palace with full of questions.
royal palace.
"Liu Jin, Yang Shen has arrived." Zhu Houzhao asked Yang Shen more than once.
Liu Jin looked outside, but there was no movement, and replied cautiously, "I guess it's time for me to arrive at the palace gate according to the time. Maybe Yang Shen is not in the house, so I was delayed."
At this moment, a chamberlain came in and reported, "Your Majesty, Yang Shen is waiting for orders outside the palace."
Zhu Houzhao put down the book in his hand, said "Oh," and said, "Xuan."
"According to the order."
Zhu Houzhao stood up and walked behind the jade screen. Liu Jin followed him in. Zhu Houzhao smiled and laughed at himself, "I didn't expect that I would hide sometimes."
"Your Majesty, wouldn't it be more interesting this way?" Liu Jin said in a flattering manner.
Zhu Houzhao smiled and said, "Well, it's really interesting. I'll get to know Brother Yang today."
In terms of age, Yang Shen is indeed several years older than Zhu Houzhao. Calling him brother Yang is nothing, but if Yang Shen knew that the emperor he was going to meet was the brother Zhu Shou who he admired so much, He didn't know what his expression would be, but Zhu Houzhao was looking forward to it.
After a while, Yang Shen was led into the Yangxin Hall by the palace servants. He carefully bowed slightly, fell to the ground, and said in a gentle voice, "Student Yang Shen, please see your Majesty. Long live my Emperor."
"Ping Shen." Zhu Houzhao deliberately lowered his voice.
In fact, I almost laughed out loud.
Yang Shen didn't hear anything, so he knelt down and thanked him again: "Student, thank you for your kindness."
Zhu Houzhao said calmly: "When I was in the palace, I often heard that the young master of Yang Aiqing's family was erudite and talented, and had a photographic memory. Therefore, I became interested in talents and wanted to test whether your knowledge is worthy of the name. If so, I will I will grant you an official status and serve the imperial court in the future. If not, or your father is just trying to gain fame, I will deprive you of your academic status, you understand."
When Yang Shen heard this, he was completely relieved. Although the emperor seemed to have a bad tone, the meaning behind his words was that he just wanted to ask some questions to test his knowledge. Why is this so difficult? Collection of Classics and History, Eight-legged Strategies, Your Majesty. Come on, don't be polite.
"Students dare not claim to be knowledgeable and talented. I am really ashamed. Your Majesty, please give me a question." One moment he claimed that he did not dare, but later he asked the Emperor to give a question. This humility was mixed with the sharpness of a young man. After all, in terms of age, he and Zhu Houzhao is really not much different.
Zhu Houzhao grinned silently and said to himself, Xiao Yang, don't blame me for being cruel. Who told you that I always accuse me of being so wronged and wronged you? Number one, don't think about it anymore. In this life, because Your father has no hope. We are friends. In this case, it’s okay for you to suffer a little loss, hehe...
"The territory is thousands of miles away, but the maintenance of the people is limited." Zhu Houzhao said the title lightly. This title is unfamiliar and comes from the Book of Songs, Shang Ode, and Xuanniao.
