Zhang Xian made great contributions.
He was transferred to Tonghua County, Yanzhou and within two years, he eliminated Qinglong Village, the largest and most difficult bandit nest that had existed in Tonghua County for the past ten years. He accomplished something that the previous county magistrates had not done.
After the new emperor found out about this, he received an imperial edict and transferred him back to Beijing.
On this day, under the respectful eyes of the waiters, Zhang Xian walked out of the palace. At this time, he had been accompanying him in the imperial study for an hour, chatting happily with the new emperor.
He took a look at the sky, boarded his carriage, and told the driver, "Go home first."
At this time, Zhang Xian had already determined in his heart that Lu Desheng and his son were the noble people in his destiny.
He found that since he met Lu Mingzhi in Tonghua County, Yanzhou, and used his help to connect with Master Lu Desheng, his career had been incredibly smooth.
After Zhang Xian returned home, he left the carriage waiting for him. He went in and changed into casual clothes and came out. After boarding the carriage, he only said, "Go to the Lu Mansion."
At this time, the night fell and the lanterns were starting to come on.
At this time in the Lu family, Lu Zhiyuan was standing there helplessly, being scolded by his father.
He has been dealing with the Lu family's farm shop Zhuangzi recently, and has almost disposed of many assets, except for the hot spring village.
The family spent a lot of money to renovate this hot spring resort, so the price is difficult to determine.
When he priced things too high, he was scolded.
His father yelled at him, "If you set such a high price, who would buy it? Others are not fools. Don't fail to sell it in the end and delay my journey! Bah, bah, you said it wrong. It's not a road trip, it's a departure!"
Lu Zhiyuan murmured in his heart, my son knows that your heart is flying to Pingzhou, and you can't wait to get your wings and fly there.
Then, he simply set a low price, and then he was scolded again, "You prodigal son, I asked you to handle some property, and you sold it so cheaply? Is it easy for me to save some wealth?"
Lu Zhiyuan: It’s too difficult, it’s too difficult for him.
His father finally waved his hand to him, "Okay, hurry up and change your clothes. There will be distinguished guests coming to the door soon. You can entertain them with me."
"Dad, who is coming to the door at this time?" Lu Zhiyuan asked in a low voice.
Lu Desheng glanced at him and said, "Master Zhang Xian came to visit your father and I. Do you have any objections?"
"No, I don't dare." Lu Zhiyuan shook his head.
He knew that Zhang Xian was the county magistrate of a small place, but after he returned to Chang'an, he had already established a firm foothold in the court in just a short period of time.
Lu Zhiyuan wondered, when did his father have such a good relationship with Mr. Zhang, a rookie in the court?
Seemingly sensing his doubts, Lu Desheng explained, "During this period, we exchanged some letters." After saying this, he looked at his eldest son and said, "Why don't you go change clothes quickly?"
When Lu Zhiyuan heard this, he ran back to the yard to change clothes.
Lu Desheng took Lu Zhiyuan to the gate to greet Zhang Xian in person.
When Zhang Xian saw Lu Desheng personally greeting him, he quickly got out of the carriage and repeatedly said that Mr. Lu was too polite.
When the two parties met, Lu Desheng led the other party inside. During the greetings, Zhang Xian even praised Lu Zhiyuan a few words.
Lu Desheng listened and subconsciously wanted to refute, but he remembered his little girl's words in time and swallowed back the words that came to his lips.
The little girl once said that he should not always deny the boss and not scold him all the time. Teach him to be relaxed and moderate. He can scold him if he does not do well, but he must praise what he does well.
If the eldest son never gets recognition from his father, and all he gets is criticism and denial, in the long run, he will be deceived by a few good words from outsiders in the future.
Lu Desheng had no choice but to follow Zhang Xian's words and praise his eldest son.
Zhang Xian nodded repeatedly, "My son, with his appearance, seems to be a kind-hearted, loyal and honest person."
Lu Desheng: Are you not scolding him for not knowing how to adapt? Forget it, he agreed, "That's true. He is kind and treats his family well."
Lu Zhiyuan was really touched when he heard his father praise him in front of outsiders.
After complimenting Lu Zhiyuan politely, Zhang Xian couldn't help but praise Lu Mingzhi again and again.
Lu Zhiyuan, who was behind the two of them, was surprised that his brother had actually caught the eye of Lord Zhang Xian? But why did this word sound more and more like a compliment to his second sister?
Lu Desheng beamed when he heard this. He knew that Zhang Xian had misunderstood. These kind words were all about praising his little girl.
That's right. He can still be very proud if he doesn't look at the eldest son but only the two younger ones.
Every time he saw the stupid things his eldest son did, he couldn't help but wonder, weren't these worldly things something he was born with? Look at his daughter, she is dull at the front, but isn’t she also enlightened at the back? Whether you are smart or not is something you have in your bones.
"My little son (little daughter) is indeed very good." Lu Desheng was proud.
"Master Lu, your two sons are really well-born. The eldest son is kind and kind, while the younger son is thoughtful and sophisticated at a young age. The two brothers form a circle on the outside and a square on the inside. They work together and everything is settled."
Lu Desheng thought about it, if it could be like this, it would be really good. He taught his eldest son this aspect.
When they arrived at the main hall, the servants finished serving tea and went down.
Zhang Xian stood up and gave a big salute to Lu Desheng, "Thank you very much, Sir Lu, for your guidance."
A month ago, when he took a gamble and decided to cooperate with Lu Mingzhi's plan to see if he could remove Qinglong Village, he never expected that he would actually do it.
Later, he was scratching his head a little.
Of course he knew that at that time, the new emperor had just ascended the throne and it was the time to recruit people. If he could take this opportunity to return to the center of the imperial court, it would be easier for him to make a career than if he stayed in Tonghua County for two years and then returned to Chang'an.
But how to go back and what method to use is a question. He was born into a poor family, and had been exiled for twelve years. He had no other support from the court, and even if he wanted to ask someone to help him put in a good word in front of the emperor, he could not do anything.
He wrote all these doubts and questions in his letters. But, although he sent a letter to Mr. Lu through Lu Mingzhi's hand, he still felt unsure.
Later, Mr. Lu wrote him a reply and agreed with his idea of realizing his political achievements immediately. He said that if he continued to run Tonghua County, two years later, when he returned to Chang'an with his contribution to the local people's livelihood, the day lily would be cold.
But how to return to the center of the imperial court requires his own efforts.
When Zhang Xian saw this, he felt a little cold, but he still read the letter patiently.
Later, Mr. Lu explained in his letter that if he helped him, the effect might not be good.
Immediately afterwards, Mr. Lu gave him instructions and asked him to use the eradication of Qinglong Village to get himself a Ten Thousand People Umbrella.
Mr. Lu seemed to be afraid that he would not be able to pass the test in his heart because of his guilty conscience. He also advised him in the letter that it would be foolish not to strive for and take credit for the contributions he has made.
After reading the letter and discussing it with his confidants, he gritted his teeth and did it.
Not long after, he was given the Wanmin Umbrella by the people of Tonghua County.
Then, he sent the Ten Thousand People Umbrella back to Chang'an and presented it to the new emperor.
