Chapter 344 Yan Shaoting is scolded

"father……"

Xujia Lane.

Inside the Xu Mansion.

Xu Kun looked at his father who had been sitting behind the tea table for nearly half an hour, and called out with a worried look on his face.

aside.

The water in the teapot has stopped boiling.

Because the charcoal in the stove below had already burned out.

Xu Kun called out, but there was no response from his father Xu Jie.

I can only sigh.

Lift the teapot, pour out the charcoal ash in the stove, put the charcoal back in and light it, then put the teapot on the stand to continue boiling water.

Not long after.

There was a gurgling sound coming from the pot.

Xu Kun had no intention of making tea. He simply poured boiling water into the teacup, rinsed it once, then refilled it and poured a cup of tea for Xu Jie and placed it in front of him.

"father."

"How about my son dig a few holes for Yan Shaoting in the military supply mission?"

"Military supply is related to the country and the country. If there is any mistake in this, no matter how favored Yan Shaoting is, he will never be able to stay..."

Without waiting for Xu Kun to finish.

Xu Jie finally raised his head.

"Confused!"

His voice was a little hoarse.

But Xu Kun was delighted.

It's better for my father to move than to remain silent.

But Xu Jie's face was full of worry at this moment, and he looked up at his son in front of him.

Compared with the eldest son, the second son in front of him seemed much more immature.

In his original plan, Xu Jie's future would all depend on his eldest son Xu Fan, while the second and third sons only needed to have a job in the court and provide assistance to their brother when necessary.

just now.

Xu Fan is dead.

But the Xu family had to continue to pass on in the Ming Dynasty.

No matter whether it is the second or third child, nothing can happen again!

After cursing.

Xu Jie sighed slightly: "As long as you work in military supplies for one day, you must not make the slightest mistake for one day!"

After saying this, Xu Jie was still a little worried.

The second child is usually much duller.

Xu Jie had no choice but to ask: "Do you understand?"

Xu Kun was a little confused, but nodded obediently: "Son, I understand. Dad wants me to walk more steadily."

I saw that my son understood what I meant.

Xu Jie finally breathed a sigh of relief and shook his head, "If it weren't for your elder brother, if it weren't for..."

Before he could finish his words, Xu Jie sighed deeply again.

Xu Kun also had a sad face: "Brother's matter was actually Yan Shaoting's fault, but now that things have come to this, please take care of your health and don't think about it for too long and get hurt."

Xu Jie forced a smile on his face: "You, you have a perverse temper. In the past, your father and your elder brother protected you two brothers. My family is also a wealthy family in Jiangnan. You don't know the dangers of officialdom and the sufferings of the world. Now... you must be careful in everything you do and don't make another wrong step."

After finishing speaking.

Xu Jie asked himself secretly in his heart.

Have you ever taken the wrong path?
After thinking about it, Xu Jie shook his head.

He looked at his son in front of him.

"Do you know why your father is like this today?"

Xu Kun immediately showed curiosity, shook his head and said, "Father, is it because the emperor granted him the title of chief priest of the Yu Kingdom Imperial Academy?"

Xu Jie shook his head again.

A feeling of powerlessness arose in my heart.

This son is still a little stupid after all.

If the boss was still here...

Hey.

Another sigh came from my heart.

Xu Jie explained, "In the current court, Prince Yu has long been the crown prince, even if the emperor gave him the position of the prime minister, it doesn't count!"

Xu Kun looked surprised.

Is it still possible to do this?
Xu Jie continued to explain: "What I am worried about is... Yan Shaoting was very favored by the emperor in the past, and now I am afraid he has a close relationship with Prince Yu..."

This is what Xu Jie is really worried about.

He had already been a little conservative in his words.

According to his true thoughts.

I'm afraid that Prince Yu has already regarded Yan Shaoting as his own confidant, and his most trusted one.

What if Prince Yu ascends the throne one day in the future?
I can imagine now that when that day really comes, the Yan family will be a three-generation old family.

And given Yan Shaoting's character, and the fact that the Yan family has now been granted the title of Earl of Changping, it is an hereditary succession that will prosper along with the country.

The Yan family will become a more powerful family than the Xu family.

The emperor's words at the time still echo in his ears.

What does it mean that the Yan family will not be punished unless they have committed a crime of high treason?
Is it true that the emperor and the court will only deal with the Yan family if they plot treason?

Xu Kun frowned and felt upset.

In the past, everyone in the court wanted to punish the Yan family, but now the voices of overthrowing the Yan family have not appeared for a while.

Especially this time.

Yan Shaoting proposed the system of recommendation for students waiting to become officials, which was a huge favor to the officials in the court.

Don’t worry about whether those young men in your family who have failed the exams repeatedly need to go to other places to work in the government.

As long as there is one more way to allow children in the family to become officials, it would be a good idea!

In the face of the possibility of becoming an official.

There's no need to be so picky.

As long as a family is interested in a career in politics, they must remember Yan Shaoting's kindness.

Xu Kun's heart suddenly moved, and he thought of a rumor he heard recently.

He immediately looked at his father.

Xu Jie frowned and said, "Just say whatever you want to say."

Xu Kun nodded and whispered, "My son heard that the old lady in Yanfu Lane seems to be in poor health recently..."

Xu Jie immediately raised his eyebrows.

He thought about what his son was going to say.

"You mean..."

Xu Kun immediately nodded and said, "If the old grandmother of the Yan family passes away, Yan Shifan must observe mourning according to the rules. In this way, the Yan family will lose a direct descendant in the court. And with the death of his old wife, Yan Song has only had this one wife for so many years and has never had a concubine. I'm afraid he will be very sad. By then, I'm afraid he will no longer have the heart to stay in the cabinet.

Even if the emperor forces him to stay, judging from the current situation, the cabinet will definitely be managed by my father. In this case, there will only be one Yan Shaoting left in the Yan family to serve in the court."

Xu Jie's expression relaxed a little.

In official circles, things are never easy.

It's not just about what position you hold or what you're responsible for.

It also depends on the influence of this company.

If Yan Shifan really observed the mourning period, Yan Song would ask for his remains.

Without the title of Prime Minister, there is only one Yan Shaoting in the court. Even with the emperor's favor, his say will inevitably be less than it is now.

However, Xu Jie was still a little worried: "But hasn't that Li Shizhen been invited back to the capital and is now in Changping Academy?"

Xu Kun snorted: "Even if Li Shizhen is an excellent doctor, is there any way to bring the dead back to life in this world?"

The meaning of this statement is obvious.

If the old grandmother of the Yan family really died of old age, she would have swallowed it in one breath.

Even if there are ten Li Shizhen.

Do not!
Even if a medical saint were alive, he couldn't turn a dead person back to life!
Xu Jie turned his eyes and sighed: "If that's the case..."

Xu Kun smiled.

"Just wait!"

"My father always taught his sons that when serving as an official in the court, they should speak less, make fewer mistakes, and do less, make fewer mistakes."

"Now the worst that can happen is that we can just put everything aside."

"Just wait for the Yan family to run into problems themselves." At this moment.

Xu Jie finally let out a long breath.

It’s not because of a method that can make the Yan family’s reputation and power decline significantly.

But it’s because my son seems to have finally grown up.

Xu Jie smiled.

I couldn't help but sigh.

"Who said that my Xu family is not as good as his Yan family!"

……

"When you have a child, you should be like Yan Runwu!"

"Your Majesty said this at the beginning. Today, I am really envious of Lord Yan and Minister Zuo!"

"If my boy could be half as good as Yan Binke, my life would be worth it!"

Changping.

In the academy.

When Yan Shaoting had eaten his fill and reappeared in front of Prince Yu and others.

The court officials present and the scholars who came to visit Changping Academy all praised it highly.

Even Prince Yu has already stated that Yan Shaoting is his confidant in Prince Yu's mansion, and he even said in public that he treats him like his younger brother. How can they not show their support?

but.

Applause is only half the story.

The other half is truly envious.

However, a trace of worry flashed across Nie Bao's eyes.

As the saying goes, any tree that is beautiful in the forest will be destroyed by the wind.

Changping Academy does not need someone who stands out from the crowd, but someone who can firmly establish himself in the court.

in this way.

The philosophy of mind that they left behind in Changping Academy can spread along with these people and continue to gain popularity.

Although these people's praise is sincere.

But this trend cannot be allowed to continue!
Nie Bao immediately frowned and looked at Yan Shaoting: "Guest, I want to ask you a question."

Facing the three old men Nie Bao, Wang Ji and Qian Dehong.

Yan Shaoting has always been respectful.

After all, these three old gentlemen are not only great scholars, but also the card-playing partners of our old Yantou!
Can not afford to offend!

He immediately bowed and said, "Excuse me, sir."

Seeing Nie Bao's sudden gloomy face, Prince Yu and the people around him couldn't help but look over.

I don’t know what this old man wants to ask.

And under the gaze of everyone.

Nie Bao said, "I just want to ask, what is the guest's status in our Changping Academy?"

Yan Shaoting was stunned.

I don't know why this old man suddenly asked about this.

In front of everyone.

Yan Shaoting could only whisper: "I am in the academy. During holidays, I have to teach students a few arithmetic classes and overseas customs and practices..."

Changping Academy now has a lot of courses.

There were classics classes that specialized in preparing for the imperial examinations, and there were also classes in various trades that specifically recruited children from poor families.

Of course, there are also all kinds of strange courses.

Such as the overseas customs and practices lesson that Yan Shaoting is talking about now.

There is also a recently opened emergency department where Li Shizhen is the instructor.

Nie Bao laughed: "In that case, old man, can you consider that the guests are also teachers of my Changping Academy?"

Yan Shaoting nodded: "Of course."

Get the answer from Yan Shaoting.

Nie Bao's expression immediately darkened, and his voice became deeper. "Since the guest is a teacher of my academy, and he came to the academy today to convey the emperor's order to the headmaster, why did Teacher Yan completely forget the etiquette he should show to the headmaster? He ignored the headmaster and everyone else without explaining anything?"

Yan Shaoting was stunned for a moment.

Everyone present was also stunned.

Who would have thought that Master Nie was still talking about this matter.

Zhu Zaigui also opened his mouth.

But he didn't wait for him to open his mouth to defend his younger brother.

Yan Shaoting had already reacted.

In front of everyone, he turned around, bowed to Zhu Zaigui, and clasped his fists: "Shanzhang, I was rude today. Please forgive me and be patient."

After finishing speaking.

Without waiting for Zhu Zaigui to react.

Yan Shaoting then turned around and bowed to everyone, "I was playing a song in the court today and missed the time, so I was hungry and forgot the etiquette with you. I hope you can forgive me."

After saying that.

Yan Shaoting had no resentment towards Mr. Nie for meddling in other people's affairs. Instead, he felt a little scared.

Or maybe it wasn't that the old man was trying to make amends for himself at this moment.

I'm afraid I'm really going to be impolite.

Seeing Yan Shaoting being so obedient, he whispered in his ear and apologized.

Everyone immediately showed admiration on their faces.

On the contrary, my evaluation of Yan Shaoting became even higher.

No one dared to accept Yan Shaoting's gift. They waved their hands and then bowed in return.

Zhu Zaigui finally spoke up at this time, defending Yan Shaoting, whom he regarded as his younger brother: "Master Nie, the sage once said that people take food as their first necessity. Although Runwu is an official in the court and a teacher in the academy, he is also a living person.

As the saying goes, the emperor does not want hungry soldiers, and wars do not coincide with the New Year. Runwu has been busy in the court today. I finally returned to the academy, so I should put my stomach first. Let's forget about it this time, what do you think?"

Prince Yu even spoke up to explain for Yan Shaoting.

Everyone present also pleaded for him.

"What the headmaster said makes sense. Food is the most important thing for the people."

"When you're hungry, how can you care about anything else? These are just empty formalities."

"Guests have always been very polite in their treatment of others. This time, there was a reason for the incident. Old Master, please don't blame Guest Yan anymore."

"Yeah."

"I think, since the guests are full now, why not let them explain to us the reason for today's decree?"

Everyone explained for a while, and then brought the topic back to the main topic.

after all.

The three old masters, Nie Bao, Wang Ji and Qian Dehong, really rely on their reputation and are not afraid of anyone.

In addition, these three are good friends of Lord Yan.

If Yan Shaoting really were to be taught a lesson, no one would be able to say anything.

This is not about how high each other's official positions are.

Since we are in Changping Academy, we have to follow the rules of the literati.

Unless Yan Shaoting doesn't want to continue to be involved in this business anymore.

Seeing everyone explaining and pleading for Yan Shaoting, Nie Bao finally felt relieved.

How precious is reputation.

Since he was present and had been appointed as the chief of Changping Academy, how could he let Yan Shaoting, the boy favored by the three of them, go astray.

Zhu Zaigui also stepped forward and grabbed Yan Shaoting, shaking the imperial edict he had been holding in his hand.

"It nourishes things."

"You must explain to me in detail the reason for the Emperor's decree today."

"Otherwise...I won't be able to sleep tonight!"

Maybe it’s because I’ve been in the academy for too long.

There were teachers and students here, and the environment was simple. Zhu Zaigui felt more relaxed and at ease than he had in Prince Yu's Mansion.

Also learned to make jokes.

Everyone started to speak, and each of them looked as if they were scratching their heads.

Yan Shaoting smiled.

It just so happens that with these people around, I can help the old Taoist priest to make his son famous.

I have finally completed this task, right?

The old Taoist priest will owe me a favor later!
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