Red Tang

At this point in the confession, everyone laughed.According to the set rules, it was Li Kuo's turn to write poems.Fang Qian saw that Li Kuo played a flute so well, Princess Yuzhen already looked at this young man with special eyes.This time it was his turn to compose poems, and he was even more interested to see how talented this young gentleman is.

Seeing that all the people were looking at him, Li Kuo's cheeks were stained with two blushes for a moment, he hurriedly got up and said: "Xiao Ke has little talent and learning, if there is anything shallow, please correct me, seniors."

I saw him walking slowly, clenched his fists, and his lips were sometimes closed and sometimes opened lightly. His tense gesture made everyone in the room laugh.

Not wanting everyone to underestimate him, Li Kuo coughed twice, bit his lower lip and said loudly: "Moshang lightly drinks sangma and smiles, drunk lying in Taoyuan with red sleeves. Xingxun lightly brushes the turbid wine traces, and smiles fluffy and sparse. ! (Note 1)"

Chang'anxuan became silent in an instant. If Li Kuo's performance of playing the flute before was just outstanding, then his impromptu Qijue is enough to be called astonishing.After all, the young man in front of everyone is only twenty-eight years old. After all, he is just a handsome young man who grew up in Chang'an and has not been tempered by wind and frost.

Wang Wei stroked his beard alone, and cast a playful look at Gao Shi with a half-smile: "Dafu, it is said that the waves behind the Yangtze River drive the waves ahead. Wang always thought that you and I were still in the prime of life, and today I heard Kuo Xian Only then did I realize that you and I are both old and old, and this literary world should be handed over to young people of their generation."

Gao Shi waved his hands with a face full of complacency: "Hey, you and I should stop at this age and give our nephews more opportunities to exercise. After all, life is as fast as it is, and if you wait until you are old, you can't watch it open." Hand, it’s really a joke for future generations to see for nothing.”

Princess Yuzhen shook her head and said, "It goes without saying that there are so many talented people in the Tang Dynasty. Although there are many young men who are talented, they must also be guided by senior Confucians. Talent. The reason why the emperor opened up the imperial examinations is to hope that there will be no talents left behind, and that young talents can enter the court and contribute to the Tang Dynasty. Without the guidance of you great Confucians and famous scholars, some lords with weak concentration will inevitably hang around the fireworks The land of Kangli, although elegant, is not the right path after all."

Li Kuo quickly nodded and said: "What my aunt taught is that Kuo'er will not indulge in side-lined ways. From now on, Kuo'er will study hard and strive for early admission to the imperial examination, share the worries of His Majesty, and contribute to the Great Tang !"

The words of this line are sincere, and Princess Yuzhen was deeply relieved when she heard it. She patted Li Kuo on the shoulder and said, "With your words, I am relieved. Your talent is not inferior to that of You Cheng. As long as you are willing to If you work hard, you will definitely grow into a great talent of the Tang Dynasty, and your grandpa will be gratified when you are there."

Li Kuoqiang suppressed the tears in his eyes, and said loudly: "Don't worry, Auntie, Kuo'er will not disappoint Grandpa or Auntie. Kuo'er will definitely revive the family and let Auntie live a good life."

Seeing that Li Kuo was so tenacious and ambitious at such a young age, Princess Yuzhen was very happy and comforted, "Don't push yourself too hard. Even if that person is domineering, he will not make things difficult for a child. Besides, there is an aunt to give You support me, who would dare to provoke you? Spend more time with your mother, and you will gradually understand some things. "

Li Kuo nodded, looked at Princess Yuzhen hesitantly, gritted his teeth, and said, "Auntie, Kuo'er didn't want to trouble Auntie, but there is something that can't be settled without Auntie's help, and I hope Auntie can help!"

Princess Yuzhen glared at Li Kuo, pretending to be slightly annoyed, and said, "I knew you must have something to ask me, you little cunning. Anyway, let's listen."

Li Kuo grinned: "Aunt, don't be surprised, a friend of Kuo'er's was arrested by Master Jing Zhaoyin for some reason a while ago. After thinking about it, Kuo'er felt that he would not do anything illegal. , but Kuo'er is so soft-spoken that he really can't think of a suitable way to rescue him. If possible, I hope my aunt can tell Master Jing Zhaoyin to clear up this misunderstanding."

Princess Yuzhen nodded Li Kuo's brows lightly and said: "You know how to use power to oppress people at a young age, you are really a good embryo who has been in the officialdom. Forget it, since it is Wang Zhuo who made things difficult for your friend, let alone him Even if you are innocent, I will also earn back this face for you!"

Everyone was stunned, not knowing why Princess Yuzhen, who has always been kind and gentle, gritted her teeth against Wang Jian, and actually agreed to stand up for Li Kuo in public.

Li Kuo was overjoyed, and hurriedly saluted Princess Yuzhen: "Thank you aunt for your help. If there is any need for Kuo'er in the future, just ask my aunt, Kuo'er dare not do my best!"

Princess Yuzhen patted Li Kuo's still immature arm, handed a jade token to Li Kuo with a light smile and said, "You child, first take my jade token and go to the prison of Jingzhao Mansion to bring your friend out. During these days, he must have suffered, so I express condolences on behalf of my aunt. I still don't believe that Wang Bao dares to disrespect this palace. Go, he can leave the prison sooner if he goes a moment earlier."

Li Kuo took the jade plaque and put it away, nodded, and then bowed deeply to the crowd: "It's really Li Kuo's luck to meet you seniors today. He will not be able to bother you about the classics, poetry, and Fu, so please don't bother me." I think Li Kuo is contemptuous of his talent and learning."

Gao Shi patted Li Kuo's forehead, and cursed with a smile: "Stinky boy, with a junior like you who has both ability and political integrity, it's too late for us old bones to be happy. How could we get bored with you. Hurry up and change to Uncle Gao." Have another drink with you."

"Hey." Li Kuo was at a loss for a while because he was rarely cared for by elders except his mother.After giving a salute, he trotted and turned to leave.

After leaving Lanyue Tower, Li Kuo trotted towards the north of the city.He didn't dare to stop, everything was so unreal.Just two hours ago, he was a poor boy whose family was despised by others, but after a banquet, he had an extra Uncle Gao who was in charge of the secretary and an aunt who was respected as a princess.Happiness came so suddenly, which made him a little bit perplexed.Well, the days will gradually get better in the future.When you become a Jinshi, you will be able to wait for an official position.If you're lucky, you may be able to mix with a real lack of outsiders.When I have a salary, I can buy a big yard and take my mother in to enjoy the happiness.Well, I want to invite four, no, eight servant girls to take care of her old man.If he excels in the evaluation, he can be transferred back to Chang'an to be a Langguan.When I can speak in front of His Majesty the Emperor, I will be able to avenge Grandpa's grievances.I want to be like grandpa, to be a man of indomitable spirit!The more the boy thought about it, the more excited he became, he lightened his feet, and let the sweat flow down the skirt of his clothes.

"Brother Kuo, wait for me!" Zhang Yanji panted heavily and ran from behind Li Kuo. Beads of sweat dripped from his cheeks, soaking the embroidered silk shirt.

"Yanji! Slow down, see how I forgot you in this rush. Slow down, look at your dusty face and lack of manners. You will not be served by your grandpa's family law when you return home. "Seeing his friend, Li Kuo felt warm in his heart.From the beginning to the end, Zhang Yanji did not underestimate himself because of his family's decline.The two talked almost everything, and they could be regarded as confidants.This kind of emotion is different from Dezi and Jing Tian.The young man has never given up his official career, and getting along with Zhang Yanji will allow him to see more clearly the direction of his future efforts.

"It's okay, my grandfather is the only son like me, so he is reluctant to beat me. Brother Dezi has been locked in prison for so long, we should rescue him earlier!" Zhang Yanji stretched out his hand to wipe the pimple on his face. Sweat stains, he said with a big grin.

"Well, then let's hurry up." After speaking, he and Zhang Yanji walked towards Jingzhao Mansion together.

Maybe it's because they are all outing in the suburbs, there are not many pedestrians on the street.The two of them had something on their minds, so they didn't stop.Hurrying and hurrying finally came to the gate of Jing Zhaoyin before the end of time.

Stepping forward lightly, Li Kuo cupped his hands at the guard in front of the vermilion lacquered gate and said, "You two elder brothers have worked hard, please pass the word on your behalf, Xiaosheng has something urgent to see Mr. Jing Zhaoyin."

A bearded yamen servant at the head pointed at Li Kuo and laughed and said, "I said poor scholar, are you stupid for studying? You don't even look at the plaque in front of you. This is Beijing Zhaofu, do you think it’s your backyard? Master Jing Zhaoyin is the one you want to meet? Is there any recommendation letter, is there a famous post? Get out of here while I’m in a good mood, and don’t stand in the way.”

Li Kuo's cheeks were instantly flushed red, his lips parted and then closed, his fists were clenched, and he didn't know where to stand.

Seeing this, Zhang Yanji hurriedly ran to Li Kuo, and saluted the yamen servant: "Don't blame this big brother, my big brother forgot the rules in a moment of impatience. Big brother took this scrap of money to buy some wine and vegetables for you brothers. With some kindness, little brother, Eldest brother must show you face. If Lord Jing Zhaoyin asks, elder brother will say that Zhang Yanji, the son of the Minister of Industry, is here to visit Lord Jing Zhaoyin.” After speaking, he took out a piece of broken silver from his sleeve and handed it to the yamen servant.

When the yamen servant saw Yin Zi, a smile appeared on his face.He coughed lightly and said: "How can this be done? It stands to reason that our government officials shouldn't charge silver taels, but since Mr. Zhang regards me as the elder brother, I will treat you as a friend. You wait here first, and I will replace you." Let me know." After speaking, he gave the yamen servant beside him a wink and ran towards the inner hall.

Li Kuo sighed lightly, and finally loosened his fist unwillingly.It doesn't matter if you are not convinced, in this world, the strong are respected, if you want your words to have weight, the only way is to become stronger!

After about half a stick of incense, the bearded yamen servant stumbled out panting, and bowed deeply to the two of them: "Please, please, my lord is already waiting for you in the living room of the inner hall!"

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Note 1: This poem was also written by Liu Yun, so everyone will just wait and see.

Li Kuo is a poor nobleman, but I don't really want him to rely entirely on others to prosper.Xiao Qi is such a stubborn person, he will make himself stronger and stronger.The guidance of the seniors is important, but if you lack self-motivation, you will be a fool in the end.

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