fake prince

Chapter 367: The Dog That Bereaved

Seeing Zeng Nianzhen's resolute attitude, Cen Rubai sighed: "In this case, do you have a place to live? If so, it's fine to live closer to you."

"You have been with Young Master Lin, and you have been a staff member for many years, yet he still doesn't give you a place to live?" Zeng Nianzhen sneered, but got up to find him a place to live.

"Yes, there is a place to live, and there are maids to take care of you." Cen Rubai smiled indifferently: "But usually I can bear it calmly, but now I can't take you back at this time of year, so I dare not stay."

"Why, are you afraid of running dogs?"

"It's not a running dog cooking, but the more difficult the season is, the more loyalty is required. I refuse to be called the lord. I am afraid that it will be difficult to get good results if I go."

"Besides, I'm afraid it will be very difficult for you to overcome this level."

The two of them didn't speak, but when they saw a crescent moon casting light down, it was faintly shining, and there was still a bit of coldness, Zeng Nianzhen was silent for a while, and said casually: "Didn't you say that Lin Yuqing has the appearance of a king?"

"The physiognomy is just saying that it is possible, not that it will definitely be achieved, and my understanding of physiognomy is only superficial, but I understand tactics."

"In the state of Lin, the young master fell out of love with the king, so he was pushed out to die. If the emperor knew that he was a scapegoat and became rebellious for a while, instead of killing him, the young master would have died a long time ago."

"As for the promised Lord Dongsui, it is the son's 20 years of hard work, and he paid Lin Guo to set up a network in Dazheng. Now most of the network has collapsed, and the achievements are gone. I am afraid it will be gone."

"Furthermore, Prince Lin and his younger brothers all want the young master's life. Even if they can go back now, how can there be any good results?"

"In Dazheng, the offended dozens of families, and even more dignitaries, are ignoring the tiger and wanting the son's life."

"This robbery, I'm afraid the son will be very sad."

"I heard that he has a good relationship with King Qi?" Zeng Nianzhen said casually, "Or you can beg King Qi."

"Hmph, it's useless. Don't you think that this year, the two kings of Qi and Shu have settled down a lot? Even the new king of Lu is cautious when he wants to recruit people?"

Zeng Nianzhen was startled, and then heard Cen Rubai sneer: "The emperor has been slightly ill for the second time this year, and the real dragon is dying. Not reconciled, his eyes are getting redder and he wants to devour people. In this season, anyone who jumps out will be beaten."

"The three kings are not moving, but this season is very short. When the emperor is really old, it will be different. Although the emperor is still alive, he can be killed. It is easy to kill, but it is not easy to clean up the situation - the emperor promised himself It is Ming Jun, who will not leave this mess."

"A gentleman can deceive his side, and an emperor can also deceive his master." Having said this, Cen Rubai couldn't help feeling emotional.

Zeng Nianzhen didn't say a word, the residence was an inn, not far away, and he arrived in a few words, the owner greeted him quickly, he knew the situation, and the soup, water and towels kept waiting, Zeng Nianzhen sent him out, and then asked again: "You talk a lot today, Are you drunk?"

"I just feel a little uncomfortable... I think back then, there were many palaces, banquets and banquets, and the answers were calm. I thought I had a master in my life, and I could show my ambitions and seal my wife and son. I don't want to..."

"Hey, let's not talk about these things. This time I have worked hard for many years. I thought it would be rewarding, but I didn't want to come out alone. This scene is so similar..."

"I'm already fifty. In a blink of an eye, my face is covered with dust, my temples are like frost, my hands are still empty, and I have nothing. Life is really a dream."

Cen Rubai looked at the few cold stars, and suddenly his voice choked up: "Actually, you and I, for the past 20 years, are just bereaved dogs, lingering on their last legs."

March [-] early morning

Su Ziji followed the officials from the Ministry of Rites and walked quietly outside the imperial city. The majestic imperial palace was close in front of him. As long as he looked up at this time, he could still see the sky full of stars.

"I didn't expect that the first time I came to this imperial city, it was at this time, and it was because of the palace examination."

Su Ziji, who had been to his world palace as a tourist in his previous life, was in a delicate mood at this time.

For the past few days, Su Ziji didn’t read any books. He had reached level 18 in the Four Books and Five Classics, but no matter how difficult it was to improve, he continued to recite the Dragon Palace chess manual. He just listened to some sequelae of Lin Yuqing’s piano sound, which made him occasionally think of some things from his previous life. .

But to say that there is no hurt to touch the scene, not only across time and space, but also across the world, this place is not there after all.

The surrounding area was extremely quiet, only the footsteps of more than 200 people continued to sound loosely and loosely. Su Ziji was naturally at the forefront of this year's meeting. The officials of the Ministry of Rites who led the way did not arrive outside the imperial gate.

From then on, a young eunuch came and whispered a few words to the officials of the Ministry of Rites, who nodded and led them to stand quietly outside, waiting to enter.

Because it is April at this time, even if it is still dark at this moment, those who can pass the examination for tributes basically do not lack a few thick and warm single clothes, so the tributes standing and waiting outside the imperial gate will not feel cold .

However, the uneasiness and uncontrollable excitement in their hearts caused some people to stand still and tremble slightly.

As the footsteps stopped, the surrounding small sounds became especially clear.

Su Ziji heard No.4 standing behind him. Although it was far away, there was still the sound of heavy breathing and slight clinking of teeth.

Thinking back to when they first gathered, although this No. 4 looked well dressed and had a fairly upright figure, he could still be cautious in his actions. It didn't seem like he came from a wealthy or official family, but like a Children of local gentry.

With such an ordinary background, even if he is the son of a country gentry, at this time, it is basically impossible to be calm.

However, due to various reasons, Su Ziji stood in front of the team with a calm expression.

Eunuch Zhao, who just came over, could not help nodding secretly when he saw this scene, and said a few words to the officials of the Ministry of Rites. Being able to jump over the dragon gate and become my great talent—enter and open the imperial gate!"

Gong Shidu bowed his hands silently, and made a half salute, thanking him for the good words.

Afterwards, the imperial gate was closed tightly and slowly opened in front of them. To many people, the mysterious imperial city finally revealed its true appearance in front of them.

The shocking long road that can hardly be seen, as well as the red walls and golden tiles, all brought a kind of spiritual pressure and shock to these tributes in this still dim morning.

Most people study and take imperial examinations for the purpose of learning literary and martial arts and selling them to the emperor's family?

Whether or not he can honor his ancestors depends on today.

At this time, the children from the capital who were not very nervous at first, their heartbeats accelerated and their minds fluttered.

Su Ziji is still indifferent at this time. Unlike these Gongsheng students, although it has only been more than a year, he has seen gods, ghosts, monsters, and even Dragon Lord of the Water Palace one by one. It can be regarded as having seen the world.

But step by step into the imperial gate, walking on the bluestone road of the imperial palace, his mood was calm as water, but he couldn't help but fluctuate.

"The heavenly family is majestic, and its reputation is well-deserved."

The so-called majesty, to put it bluntly, is the awe that one's own life and future are all in the hands of others. Su Ziji couldn't help but take a deep breath.

(End of this chapter)