In Qiandu, somewhere in an inn, a scholar in Confucian robes straightened his clothes, then looked out the window and saw grass growing and orioles flying.
For a moment, my mind couldn't help but drift away.
"I don't know how Brother Gu is doing with my restaurant."
"I don't know if there will be a conflict between the eldest brother and Brother Gu."
"With my eldest brother's shrewd temperament, I'm afraid Brother Gu won't be able to get a favor."
"I left Huainan a little too hastily after all. Looking at it now, selling the restaurant to Brother Gu is probably a trap for him."
"This spring, if I return to my hometown from high school, I will definitely make it up to Brother Gu."
"At that time, I will be the Jinshi of the dynasty. Even if I am the eldest brother, I will not be able to say anything."
"It's a pity that Brother Gu, he is really talented in poetry."
"It's a pity that I'm not keen on an official career."
"However, Brother Gu is kind to me after all, and he will definitely help me in the future."
Yes, this person is Zhao Huaicai who came from Huainan.
In fact, that was the reason why he sold the restaurant in a hurry.
It’s not just to go to Beijing to take the exam.
There is plenty of time in spring, so even if I go to Beijing now, I still have plenty of time.
The real reason is that Zhao Tenglong wants to annex his Huaicai Restaurant!
That's why he hurriedly wanted to sell the restaurant to someone else, and then leave Huainan to avoid the troubles of these people.
However, this Huaicai Restaurant is actually a hot potato.
The person who takes over will still face Zhao Tenglong's annexation.
Moreover, Zhao Huaicai knew very well that Zhao Tenglong was shrewd by nature and had bad methods, and he also had the right time and place.
The person who takes over will probably be unable to escape.
Therefore, the seemingly glamorous Huaicai Ninth Floor is actually a trap.
Zhao Huaicai originally wanted to find a businessman to take action.
But Gu Beichuan rushed to jump into the trap. He was eager for success at that time, so he got off the donkey along the slope.
Now it seems that he feels guilty and ashamed of Gu Beichuan.
This is how I felt.
…
Jiangnan County, Songshan Academy.
Spring is just around the corner, and today is the day when all the students from Songshan Academy are rushing to take the cadre exams.
Many people gathered in front of the academy gate, and the large area looked spectacular.
But some people looked flustered, as if they were mourning their heirs.
Some people are confident and have wisdom at their fingertips.
Of course, the most eye-catching person is Gu Xingwen.
In the entire Jianghuai and Huai counties, and even in the entire Daqian, the smallest person can be promoted.
It is expected that he will win three yuan in a row and leave his name in history!
At this time, Gu Xingwen was only 16 years old after the New Year.
Even the Confucian robes seemed a bit loose.
But the students around him didn't look at him with any contempt, but rather with a hint of flattery.
Creak.
At this moment, the academy door opened.
A group of teachers and teachers walked out one after another to say goodbye to the candidates.
This is the tradition of Songshan Academy. Before students go to Beijing to take exams, they must come to say goodbye to their teachers.
Shuixi, who used to be humiliated at poetry gatherings, is now proud and full of joy.
He walked up to Gu Xingwen, caressed his head, and said, "Xingwen, you must pass the exam well and try to win the tribute yuan back."
"Thank you for your teaching. Xingwen will try his best."
Hearing this, Shuixi frowned, a little unhappy.
Until now, Gu Xingwen only calls him a teacher, not a teacher.
If word spreads, he may not be able to hold on to his reputation as the number one scholar.
I saw that he calmed down the expression on his face without leaving a trace, and said with a smile: "Xingwen is smart when he is urinating. Unlike your brother, he knows how to associate with various religions and nine schools all day long, and engages in eagle and dog fighting. This is really a disaster. .”
"In comparison, Xingwen is not only smart, but also much more sensible."
"Having a student like you is truly a blessing in my life."
Shuixi said this to please Gu Xingwen, but who would have thought that after hearing this, Gu Xingwen not only did not show the slightest smile, but instead frowned slightly.
"Teacher, my brother has a pure nature, but he is a bit dandy. Please don't ruin his reputation."
Hearing this, Shuixi was stunned for a moment, and then he felt angry in his heart, but he didn't show it, but said: "Why should Xingwen excuse him? In my opinion, he is a born playboy. If there is no Xingwen You, the Gu family, will be ruined sooner or later."
"I came to Songshan Academy saying I was studying, but ended up spending three days fishing and two days drying nets. I didn't take my teaching seriously."
"Does he still have teachers in his eyes? And etiquette? And the teachings of saints?"
"It's pity that Gu Yuanwai gave birth to such a son."
Shuixi was going to say more, but it was obvious that Gu Xingwen was already frowning with an unhappy look on his face, so he stopped and said instead:
"It's getting late. You should set off quickly and don't waste the time."
"No, students say goodbye to the teacher."
The scene between Shuixi and Gu Xingwen is not a special case. Similar scenes can be found everywhere.
The students said goodbye to their teachers one after another. Those who were confident were naturally in high spirits and thanked their teachers for their teachings.
Those who were hesitant in their hearts cried bitterly and confessed in front of their mentor, hoping to continue studying at Songshan Academy in the coming year.
After ten years of hard work, now it’s finally time to see the truth and the results come out. Who can not be excited and who can not be hesitant?
...
Huainan, Bagong Village.
In front of the small courtyard of Nanshan Residence, people gathered at this moment.
Without exception, they are all shareholders of Feihong.
And all of them were dressed in fine clothes and looked affluent.
But even so, no one dared to be disrespectful. Without Gu Beichuan's instructions, they didn't even dare to step into the small courtyard. They just waited outside Nanshan Ju.
Fortunately, it was already early spring. If it were still the coldest month of winter, their bodies would not be able to wait long.
After a long time, the door finally opened.
Gu Beichuan led a group of disciples and walked out one after another.
"Gu Shijun, please excuse me."
"That's right, Feihong has a lot of things to do, and Gu Shijun is already busy. It's really difficult for you to have to teach my and other children."
"Gu Shijun, a few days ago, I got a herbal medicine. It is said to be very effective in recuperating the body. Why don't you take it back and try it?"
"Hey, herbs don't matter. The medicinal wine produced by our Huang family is the best. Gu Shijun, let's try it."
Facing the flattery from everyone, Gu Beichuan just chuckled and said, "Okay, don't do this."
"They are all my students. It is natural for teachers to teach students. Moreover, we have made an appointment before. If I don't do it, it will be a breach of contract."
"Well, Gu Shijun, do you think there is hope for them this spring?"
"Emmmm, I have great hopes. They are all working very hard. As long as they don't make mistakes when answering the questions, it shouldn't be a problem to be on the gold list."
Hearing Gu Beichuan's words, the merchants all felt their hearts in their stomachs.
Then he became uncontrollably excited.
You know, that's a Jinshi!
Is it possible for their merchant family to become a Jinshi?
There is really smoke coming out of the ancestral graves.
