Wonderful Puppet

During the flood season at the turn of spring and summer, there will always be floods in some places. The news of Shilizhuang in Jingzhou breaking the embankment is not surprising, especially as it is clearly written in the booklet. It collapsed, thanks to the strong coordination and mediation of local officials, and resettled the villagers in advance. After the embankment burst, there were only three deaths and five injuries. From this perspective, it is considered a merit.

The magistrate of Jingzhou is Yang Mian, the son of Yang Yude, Minister of Rites. Although he is only from the fifth rank, he is the chief of one party. He will be transferred back to the capital in the future, with a bright future. He is known as Mr. Yang.

Emperor Zhaofeng saw how to resettle the victims and how to rush to repair the dams in the excerpts, which was methodical and did not require the court to worry about it.

The words spread like wildfire, and for a while, Yang Shangshu's mansion was full of people, and even King Yan, whose reputation had been hit by the imperial censor's impeachment, became active again.

Among the several princes, only his maternal ancestral family has the deepest foundation, which is his confidence to seize the throne.

Yang Yude, Shangshu of the Ministry of Rites, held Yang Mian's secret letter, but his face was so heavy that water dripped out.

He invited his confidantes to talk in secret: "The embankment was actually built with straw in Shilizhuang, Jingzhou. Once this matter gets out, the emperor will be furious, and the consequences will be disastrous."

"Don't worry, my lord, hasn't Master Xiao Yang already arranged everything properly?"

Yang Yude shook his head: "This villain is really too bold and reckless. Fortunately, there are very few casualties, so he can cover up the past."

The staff quickly comforted him and said, "Master Xiao Yang is also very lucky. There was a crazy Taoist who predicted that Shili Village would be flooded and no one would survive in the village. Because the Taoist showed his supernatural powers a few times before, the people in the village believed it. A few days before the embankment burst, they all left for refuge one after another."

Yang Yude sighed: "This matter cannot be taken lightly. You rushed to Jingzhou overnight and told Yang Mian that there have been more checkpoints recently, and those who want to go to Beijing must be carefully interrogated, especially those around Shilizhuang. They will never be allowed to pass."

It rained heavily for three days.It was just a deception, in fact, it only rained heavily in Shilizhuang for half a day, Yang Yude couldn't help but break out in a cold sweat thinking that there would be a little bit of wind.

The disaster in Shilizhuang was not serious, and the local officials handled it beautifully. Emperor Zhaofeng didn't pay much attention to it. Jingde's 14th year palace examination.On schedule.

Not long after, good news came that Jiang Chen was a high school student and became the hottest noble son.

Although Tian's family is seriously ill, Zhen Miao still wants to go to the banquet in Jian'anbo Mansion.

Although Jiang has always been calm, she couldn't hide the joy in the corners of her brows and eyes at this time.Pulling the eldest daughter Zhen Ning to chat, Zhen Miao sat on the side and could hear clearly.

"Your cousin Lianzhong understands Yuan and Huiyuan, the emperor said. He is the number one scholar, but this time there are three people in the first class. Except for him, one of the two is in his 30s, and the other is in his forties. You can't let Tanhua, who is full of wrinkles, fold flowers?" Jiang was helpless again.Complacent again, he covered his mouth and laughed, "In the end, I can only wrong your cousin."

It was also when Emperor Zhaofeng's words came out that Jiang Chen's limelight overwhelmed the new champion and became the hottest topic in Beijing.

"Then the threshold of our uncle's mansion may be stepped on by the matchmaker in the future." Zhen Ning laughed.

Jiang Shi pursed her lips and smiled: "Your uncle and aunt asked me to look after your cousin."

Jiang Chen was known as a child prodigy in Nanhuai. Since he went to Beijing three years ago, he took the big exam. Naturally, his marriage was only mentioned after the big exam.

The value of an ordinary son of a rich family is completely different from a son of a family with the reputation of "Tanhua".

"Based on your cousin's current reputation, if you're being blunt, you can be Princess Shang."

Tanhua who is less than 20 years old may not be able to produce one in more than ten years.

"Mother!" Zhen Ning cast a helpless glance at Jiang Shi, "What kind of status is a princess? People like us can't climb high."

My mother is good at everything, even she cares too much about her mother's family far away in Nanhuai, a person who has always been prudent, also said such frivolous words.

And now the only princess of the right age is Princess Fang Rou. She is the eldest daughter-in-law of the eldest princess, and she has seen the little princess quite a few times. If my cousin really loves the princess, it may be a disaster rather than a blessing.

Of course, Zhen Ning couldn't say this clearly, so he had to remind Jiang surreptitiously.

In fact, Mrs. Jiang was just too happy. If Princess Shang was really her, she might be worried. Hearing what Zhen Ning said, she immediately came to her senses, turned her head and said to Zhen Miao: "Miaoer, you young daughter-in-law, you have met There are many young ladies, and if there are good ones, I will take care of them for my aunt."

Zhen Miao said yes with a smile.

When Zhen Ning heard this, his heart moved.Her sister-in-law Chongxi County Master Yunying is still unmarried, if she can match up with her cousin, it will not only be a good couple, but also improve her status in her husband's family.

"Aunt, my nephew would like to offer you a toast." Jiang Chen came over at some point, his cheeks were slightly red, as if he was drunk, but his eyes were clear.

Jiang drank the wine in the glass, and said: "Drink less, it will hurt your health."

Jiang Chen nodded in agreement, respected Zhen Ning again, and then looked at Zhen Miao: "Fourth cousin, drink this cup first for brother."

Zhen Miao raised her glass with a smile: "Cousin Jiang, congratulations."

She was full of smiles and her tone was sincere, but Jiang Chen didn't know why, but felt that the wine falling into his throat was bitter and astringent.

He quickly lowered his eyes to hide his emotions, and smiled with the corner of his mouth: "Thank you, fourth cousin."

He turned around, made another toast, and returned to the front hall.

Meng Yannian, Zhen Yan's husband-in-law, smiled and said, "I was looking for you just now, but I ran away inside."

Luo Tianzhen, who was sitting not far away, immediately pricked up his ears.

What is this guy doing inside? Could it be to take the opportunity to meet his wife?

"Go to toast my aunt and the others." Jiang Chen smiled gently.

Meng Yannian raised his eyebrows: "I really didn't see it, you have a lot of alcohol, and you don't have to stop us from drinking when you have another drink soon."

Jiang Chen just laughed: "Little brother doesn't drink well, he's almost drunk, if there is a day, how many elder brothers will be needed to help."

When Luo Tianxuan heard Jiang Chen say that he was about to get drunk, the corners of his mouth turned up, and he came over with a bowl: "Tanhualang, I'll toast you."

Jiang Chen's gaze fell on Luo Tianxuan's hand, and he couldn't help blinking.

As expected, he was drunk, his eyesight had begun to blur, and he actually regarded the wine glass as a rice bowl.

Luo Tianzhen calmly picked up another bowl, poured a full one and handed it over: "Come on. Let's drink this cup to the brim."

When Jiang Chen heard the word "cup", he thought to himself that his eyes were really dazzled. In front of Luo Tianxuan, he didn't want to show weakness, so he reached out to take it, and said with a smile, "This glass of wine is quite heavy."

Meng Yannian thought to himself.This big bowl, of course, sinks, Jiang Chen is a big drinker, he has already made a round of toasts, and he can still drink from a bowl.

Zhen Huan said worriedly: "Cousin Chen——"

Luo Tianxuan glanced at him lightly, and said with a smile: "Brother, do you want to toast too, then you will be behind me in line."

He tilted his head back and drank the wine in one gulp.Light up the bottom of the bowl to show Jiang Chen.

Jiang Chen had already drank too much, he picked up the bowl in a daze when he saw this, raised his head and drank.

"Good drinker." Luo Tianxuan praised.

"Your Majesty, I'm overwhelmed—" Jiang Chen smiled, let go of his hand, and the bowl fell down.The whole person tilted to the side, and was quickly supported by Zhen Huan.

Seeing that the bowl was about to fall to the ground, Luo Tianxuan stretched his legs and raised his toes.The bowl returned to his hand, and he glanced at Jiang Chen, who had his eyes closed tightly, and said, "It seems that he drank too much."

Zhen Huan twitched the corner of his mouth.Xindao, you just saw it!

"I'll help Cousin Chen go back to the house to rest."

Seeing the backs of the two leaving, Meng Yannian touched his chin and thought.This Tanhualang is also hard enough.

Luo Tianxuan suddenly felt refreshed, turned around to leave, and patted him on the shoulder alone.

"My lord?"

King An Jun said with a smile: "Luo Shizi, this king has been looking for you for a long time."

Originally, Luo Tianzheng had no liking or dislike for Prince An, but ever since he found out that he and Junhao had a close relationship, his favorability plummeted like diving.

He raised his eyebrows, with a smile that was not a smile: "What is the prince looking for me for?"

Originally, for this banquet, the Jian'anbo Mansion did not post a post to King An, but he insisted on coming, and the relatives of Jiaming County Lord were involved. Luo Tianzheng was very unhappy when he thought of this.

"Of course I drank."

Luo Tianxuan handed over the bowl that he had just picked up with his toes: "My lord is a cheerful person, so let's drink to our heart's content too."

King An was startled for a moment, then nodded: "Luo Shizi is happy!"

He swept his eyes and said to Meng Yannian: "Support me and Luo Shizi!"

Meng Yannian got tangled up while holding the flagon.

That Wan just licked Luo Shizi's shoes, did Luo Shizi forget, or did he forget?

"Whose family does this little brother belong to? Why are you so fussy? Don't worry, you don't need to drink it!" Prince An said dissatisfiedly.

Meng Yannian sneered secretly, and immediately filled up the wine for King An, thinking, no matter whether Shizi Luo forgot or not, he forgot anyway!

Luo Tianxuan touched bowls with An Junwang, and when he saw him drinking with his head up, he was in a good mood and drank it down with a smile.

Here, Zhen Huan helped Jiang Chen into the room, and asked the servant to bring sober soup to persuade him to drink.

After Jiang Chen finished drinking, he covered his stomach and squatted down slowly, staying silent for a while.

Zhen Huan sighed: "Since you can't drink that much, why bother?"

Jiang Chen half raised his head: "Today's wine, there is no reason to refuse."

"Cousin Chen, you are too sincere. I should worry about how drunk you will be when you are happy."

"Big joy? Isn't this my big day?" Jiang Chen asked in confusion, feeling dizzy.

Zhen Huan smiled: "I mean, wait until the day you get married."

"Marry?" Jiang Chen shook his head dully, "I don't want to get married."

Zhen Huan only thought he was talking drunk, and said amusedly: "Cousin Chen, you are not too young, and Tanhua is in high school, so there is no reason not to get married."

"But..." Jiang Chen was quite drunk and spoke intermittently, "But I don't want to get married..."

"why?"

Jiang Chen raised his eyes, his eyes were drunk: "Because... there is someone in my heart..."

He squinted at Zhen Huan, afraid that he might misunderstand: "It's a girl..."

Zhen Huan couldn't help laughing, and was a little excited: "Of course I know it's a girl. Cousin Chen, tell cousin, who is your sweetheart?"

If it is possible, he is willing to help this favor and help their lovers get married in the end.

"Yes..." Jiang Chen shook his head, "No, I can't say."

"Why can't you tell? If you don't tell, how will others know?"

Jiang Chen rubbed his eyes, and asked stupidly, "Why do you want others to know?"

"I don't know, how to propose marriage? Cousin Chen, I'm afraid those who propose marriage to you in the future will break the threshold. If you are embarrassed to say it, you will miss it."

Jiang Chen kept shaking his head: "I can't propose marriage."

Zhen Huan hates iron for being weak: "Cousin Chen, with your current conditions, there are not many people who will reject you if you are a noble girl and a lady. Since you are interested, you have to give it a try. Otherwise, wouldn't it be a pity?" lifelong?"

Jiang Chen tilted his head, thought about it seriously, and asked: "She's married, is it okay?"

"Of course—" Zhen Huan suddenly woke up and took a breath, "No!"

His expression became serious: "Cousin Chen, are you joking?"

"I'm not joking. Cousin Huan, you actually know each other—"

Zhen Huan immediately took a few steps back, and hurriedly said: "Cousin Chen, you've drunk too much, take a good rest, I'll go to the front and say something."

After finishing speaking, he ran away without looking back, leaving Jiang Chen muttering: "But I won't tell you who she is, I have to try my best to forget her..."

After Zhen Huan rushed out, the wind blew, and he was still a little frightened.

Cousin Chen's sweetheart is actually a married woman, or I know him——

Help, he knows too few women, either his sisters or his cousins, what should I do?

Zhen Huan suddenly didn't dare to think deeply.

April is a particularly lively season, and it's the annual pear blossom banquet held by the Princess Palace.

Zhen Miao accepted the post and originally wanted to push it: "They are all little girls, Second Aunt is still sick—"

The old lady said: "It is because your second aunt is seriously ill that you should go and see her."

"Ok?"

"Go and see for grandma, if there is any suitable little lady to tell Erlang." The old lady sighed, "It doesn't matter what your family status is, as long as you have a good temperament and a quiet manner. While your second aunt can still hold on Come on, settle the marriage as soon as possible, and Erlang can take it easy."

Zhen Miao thought, she should stop doing evil, Erlang is rotten from the root, there is no way to save it, anyone who deserves him will ruin it.

But since the old lady opened her mouth, Zhen Miao readily agreed as she thought that she could still meet the County Lord Chongxi.

Arriving at the pear orchard of the Princess Chang's Mansion, it was still full of dense trees and flowers, and the spring was bright and beautiful. Zhen Miao was dragged for a walk by the county lord Chongxi after she finished socializing with the wives.

The young ladies dressed in gorgeous clothes gathered together in twos and threes, tired from walking, they all sat on the wooden pier under the tree and chatted.

"Have you heard, Mr. Qin is here today, and he will play the piano at that time."

I don't know who brought up this topic, and it suddenly became lively.

Zhen Miao was a little puzzled, and asked the county magistrate Chongxi: "Where is this young master Qin, why is he so famous?"

County Lord Chongxi gave her a white look: "What are you doing these days, and you haven't even heard of Mr. Qin?" (To be continued~^~)

PS: Thanks to Dongfang Fengyun, Zhu Laomi, and Yiyuan Qingcai for their rewards, and thanks to the children's shoes who voted in pink.