Pingyang Fu of the Red Chamber

Chapter 534 The Tengu in the Capital Eclipse the Sun

Although Emperor Wu was suspicious in his heart, when he saw Luo Yunhou's heartless appearance, he rejected it in his heart. If such an arrangement could really be made, it would definitely not be like this. He had just begun to accuse Jia Zhen of Ning Guofu, but this kid It must be a coincidence that he didn't say anything like this.

The key is that Jia Zhen actually did such a ridiculous thing in public. After returning to the palace, she must be reprimanded as a warning.

at this time,

Rongguo Mansion in the west,

Not far outside the mansion gate,

At the west end of Ningrong Street, a group of carriages and horses came, followed by many armored soldiers. It looked like they belonged to a wealthy family.

The motorcade drove slowly, and when it reached the gate of the West Mansion, it was clear that it was the carriage of the Luo Yun Hou Mansion, and that group of soldiers were the guards of the Pioneer Battalion under Zhang Jinyu.

Apparently the people who came attracted Zhang Jinyu's attention in the carriage in front of Ning's Mansion. He glanced at the carriage secretly and was a little surprised. Why did the carriage from the Hou's Mansion come? After thinking about it, Qin Keqing might have come here on his behalf, but at such a stall , it is really a "good luck".

The eyelids twitched a little and jumped a few times. The left eye twitched and the right eye twitched. Both of them twitched, not that it was both.

Zhang Jinyu suddenly fell silent and kept looking to the west. Emperor Wu and Queen Jiang were confused and followed the gaze of Marquis Luo Yun. They saw a group of people coming in front of the gate of Rongguo Mansion in the west. The pair of ladies who got off the car were not Mrs. Wang and Chang'an from the Hou Mansion. Why were they here?

When the empress saw Chang An arriving at Rongguo Mansion, she wondered what was going on, so she asked,

"Hey, it's so lively today. Why did that girl from Chang'an and Mrs. Wang go to Rongguo Mansion? What a coincidence."

Emperor Wu glanced at Marquis Luo Yun, wanting to hear what Marquis Luo Yun had to say.

Zhang Jinyu looked away and quickly explained,

"Ms. Qi, didn't I tell you this morning that before I came here, I made an appointment with Keqing to go to Rongguo Mansion to see Daiyu. As soon as I left, I didn't have anyone to accompany me. I didn't expect that she would still remember it. My mother must be worried and follow her. We came together, or else I should go down and let them go back?"

Hearing Zhang Jinyu's evasive remarks, Emperor Wu snorted, "Why do you say such trivial things from your mouth? I am still so overbearing."

"Hmph, how did you kid come up with this? You came here and got off the car in front of the door. You call me back again. You think I am so narrow-minded. I think you are complaining that I called you out and didn't follow you. Xiaoyao, I'm afraid you still blame me in your heart."

"Your Majesty, I am wronged. My nephew dares to think so. It's not that there is something fishy here in Ningguo Mansion. A group of fake Taoist priests are pretending to be evil. They are all pretending to be young men. They don't even know how to wear Taoist uniforms. I think Jia Zhen is Now that we are full and full, we have nothing to do. Your Majesty, should we stay here for a while or go to the palace to see the prince."

The Queen was moved, but she also wanted to take another look at what was happening in front of her. After all, it was boring to stay in the palace, and she would inevitably want to take another look when encountering excitement.

Zhang Jinyu changed the topic and looked at the fake Taoist priest outside who started to dance again. It was no different from dancing to the Great God, but it was also a little different. At least the costumes and equipment of the Great Dance were also decent, and there were also some fireworks, knives, etc. of vaudeville.

It's not like Jia Zhen's house. Although a group of people came out wearing Taoist uniforms, they could tell at a glance that they were fake Taoist priests. Not to mention they were so crooked that they almost fell down when they raised a flag. At least they had to pretend to be presentable. It was obvious that they were fake Taoist priests. Jia Zhen doesn't understand anything. She seems to feel that as long as there are more people, it will be fine.

Emperor Wu's eyes flickered and he glanced at the farce in front of the Ningguo Mansion. He wanted to leave, but then he thought about what to do if he left and Ningguo Mansion made another joke and hurt the court's face. good,

"Don't worry, isn't this just the beginning? After watching it for a while, I want to know what the charlatan sorcerer wants to do. Yu Qing, what do you think?"

I was also afraid that the queen would be anxious about waiting, so I asked her,

"Then wait a minute. I have never seen these things, and I am just curious. The Buddhist temple I have been to is Jing'an Temple. I have never been to the Taoist Holy Land, and I don't know much about it. But when I saw Chang'an coming, I felt in my heart I was just thinking about it, not mother and daughter, but better than mother and daughter, but it made up for my concubine's wish. After all, I have a daughter, who is decent and generous. Just now, I have remembered every little thing for Marquis Luo Yun, and I have fulfilled my position as a great wife. "

Empress Jiang still took a look at Rongguo Mansion and felt that it would be great if Chang'an followed her, so that there would be no caring person to talk to.

Zhou Shihong touched the queen's hair with emotion, knowing that the queen had always wanted a daughter. The name of Chang'an was reserved for the eldest princess. Yuqing had already thought about it, but there has been no movement in her belly these years. Speaking of which, It's strange that the imperial doctor of the inner courtyard has been looking for her for so many years. Although there is no problem, she has never been able to conceive. I don't know what went wrong. The other concubines in the harem have nothing to do. I guess it is God's will. Fortunately, when I was in the palace, there were After meeting the three princes, he thought about it and said,

"Yu Qing has now fulfilled her wish. Chang'an is the eldest princess, and you can make the decision on your own affairs in the palace from now on."

As if she meant something, Queen Jiang responded with a smile,

"Your Majesty still understands me. It's time to take care of the harem's affairs."

Zhang Jinyu lowered her head and refused to listen to some words, but she couldn't help but think about what matters in the harem needed to be taken care of. She immediately thought of Concubine Wu of the Wu family, and also thought of the first time she saw a beautiful and enchanting woman on the top floor of Juxian Tower. According to Chunhe, the woman standing by the window is Concubine Wu. She is indeed beautiful. There seems to be another noble lady from Zhou who is also outstanding in appearance.

In front of Xifu Gate.

Qin Keqing led Lan Yue'er and Lan Shu'er, along with a lot of things and bodyguards, all the way to Rongguo Mansion in a carriage. He didn't want to come, but thinking about Lang Jun's appearance, it was a bit funny. Although they were gone, Qin Keqing Still remembering this incident, I asked Baozhu to buy cakes and snacks, and then told Mrs. Wang of Dongyun Tower about the matter and wanted to visit Lin Daiyu in Rongguo Mansion.

After hearing this, Mrs. Wang thought she had nothing to do. It was still early outside, so she got up and changed some clothes. Then she led the three of them to Rongguo Mansion, brought some gifts, chatted with the old lady about home affairs, and took a look at the house. Wang Xifeng, she took care of the affairs of the Marquis's caravan in a very orderly manner, and the people she found worked hard. That girl took it seriously.

But as soon as I arrived in front of the Duke's Mansion and got off the car, I saw the excitement on the streets to the east. It seemed that there was a circle of people surrounding the Ningguo Mansion in the east. The noise continued, and the people also gathered around in circles. Continuously discussing.

He looks like a street performer and is popular.

Mrs. Wang ignored her. As she walked on the steps, the concierge came out to greet her and gave her a respectful salute.

"I would like to say hello to the old lady, the county lord, and the two masters. Someone is coming. Open the front door. What are you doing here?"

"No, don't open the front door either. If you're familiar with the road, it's a private matter for you to come here today. By the way, what happened to the Ningguo Mansion in the east? Why is there so much noise in front of the door?"

Mrs. Wang waved her hand and asked casually. Qin Keqing and Yueshu, two daughters beside her, were also curious and stood outside the door looking around. It looked very lively.

The steward stood up hurriedly and thanked,

"Thank you, madam,"

Then he walked out quickly and stood on tiptoe to look over there. There were just too many people and he couldn't see what was going on inside. However, the Tai Chi diagrams and Bagua diagrams hanging high on both sides of the door were clearly visible. It dawned on her that Master Zhen was obsessed with cultivating Taoism, so he must have made a fuss because of it. Although he didn’t know what he was doing, he was able to reply, turned around and ran back.

"Back to the old lady, I don't know what the specific matter is, but Mr. Zhen from Dongfu has been practicing Taoism and maintaining health in Dongfu in recent days. It should be related to this. As for what it is, I don't know."

Hearing what the steward said, Mrs. Wang immediately lost interest. Cultivating Taoism and keeping in good health was just a pretense. It was enough to trick Yao into cheating. It was better to pay homage to the inanimate old mother of the White Lotus Sect, and get a bowl of talisman water after paying homage.

Yueshu and Yueshu also had a look of disdain on their lips. Only Qin Keqing muttered something about cultivating the Tao. Even so quietly, Mrs. Wang heard her. Then she stretched out her hand to take Qin Keqing's jade hand and said,

"The so-called Taoism is to leave the world of mortals and maintain health and peace. Have you ever heard of Taoist priests who make such a big fuss in their own houses? I think it is fake to be a Taoist, but to do something real is to go. Go in and see what my niece is doing."

Mrs. Wang's words made Jia Zhen of the Ning Mansion lose her face. The steward quickly lowered his head, and some of the servants around him even closed their eyes as if they didn't hear or see.

"Let's go."

After saying this, Mrs. Wang led Qin Keqing's three daughters into the mansion, followed by a group of armored men. The stewards and servants lowered their heads when they saw this.

Just walked into the front yard,

Then I met Wang Xifeng who was arranging the steward's work. Far away, I heard Wang Xifeng's scolding voice. Mrs. Wang shook her head, it was still the same.

"Ke Qing, Feng Yatou is good at everything, but this fierce energy is really unacceptable. A housekeeper has a housekeeper's way, but he does everything by himself and gets angry and hurts his mind. This is not the right way." Qin Keqing looked at Feng Yatou showing off her power. , and seemed to be angry, his face was rosy, his hands were on his waist, and his aggressiveness always felt a bit funny,

"What mother said is that Feng girl is a bit strict, haha."

He actually laughed out loud. This smile was like a spring breeze, and Wang Xifeng listened there. He immediately raised his eyes and saw, wasn't Aunt Wang and County Lord Qin coming to the door?

Immediately scold the slave in front of him,

"Everyone get lost,"

"Yes, Second Grandma."

The stewards below responded and left as if they had been granted amnesty.

As soon as the person left, Wang Xifeng took Ping'er and greeted him with a smile.

"Oh, my good aunt, what kind of wind brought you and the county magistrate here, and I didn't send someone to inform you, so that my niece can take care of you."

Wang Xifeng said something nice and walked up to her without avoiding anyone. She stretched out her hand to support one of Mrs. Wang's arms with a flattering look on her face.

"Look, Feng girl is still sensible. What she said is true, and she is still able to wash away the dust. I don't know whether she can do it or not. It makes her heart warm when she hears it."

Mrs. Wang also patted Wang Xifeng's hand and joked,

"Let's go and see the old lady first."

"Yes, aunt, based on what you said, my niece is ashamed."

Without letting go of her hand, Wang Xifeng supported Mrs. Wang and went to Rongqing Hall. Those who didn't know it thought Wang Xifeng was Mrs. Wang's daughter-in-law. Qin Keqing couldn't help but take a second look at Feng Yatou. She was indeed the head of the Duke's mansion. Responding to the situation, he really has a skill.

The soldiers behind him followed closely, telling the majesty of the Hou Mansion.

And Ningguo Mansion,

Jia Zhen personally placed the incense altar on another stone platform, then took the washed armor, placed it in the center of the main entrance, and hung it up.

"Master Immortal, everything has been put away. What do you think should happen now?"

After looking at it, the Immortal Master nodded with satisfaction, that's almost it.

"That's good, Master Zhen. Let people drive the people back, leave an open space, light a bonfire in the center, and then let those wearing Taoist uniforms stand below and kowtow. I will personally do this to dissolve the evil spirit. Then cast a spell to let the luck and yang energy enter your house, and you two can also take the lead and kneel down in the hall."

"Okay, you are worthy of being an immortal master. Come on, drive those untouchables aside and light a bonfire. Come on,"

"Yes, sir."

The stewards around him hurriedly led the servants and clerks to drive back the people who were watching, causing a lot of complaints, but the stewards scolded them sharply,

"You all retreated. It delayed the important affairs of the Duke's Mansion. Can you afford it? Aren't you afraid of going to the Prison of the Soldiers and Horses Division?"

These words were also useful, scaring the people back again and again, and the open space became larger. Then Butler Lai, who had been prepared for it, also asked people to light a bonfire. Then Jia Zhen asked Jia Rong to take the boys in Taoist uniforms. Kneel down before the door,

Finally, Master Feng Xian held Buddha dust in one hand and a copper bell in the other, led his two disciples, and began to circle around the bonfire while mumbling something.

Each time he turned around, he shouted,

"Kneel down and worship, hurry up like a law and collect the Yang Qi!"

Jia Zhen led others to kneel down and worship. Seeing this, the people onlookers didn't know whether they were affected by it or believed it, and some also knelt down and worshiped.

After walking nine times, the immortal master stopped and climbed directly onto the steps. Then the copper bell rang loudly and made a "ding-ding" sound, which was quite rapid.

The Immortal Master shook it for a while, then pointed at the two disciples, and two of them moved the Tai Chi Diagram and Bagua Diagram forward. At this time, the Immortal Master took something in his hand and threw it into the bonfire. , the fire suddenly broke out, frightening everyone's expressions.

"As urgent as a law or order, the Supreme Lord appears. Today, the poor Taoist gathers Yang Qi, prepares the way to refine elixirs, and collects it."

After saying that, he put away the copper bell, took out a purple-gold gourd, pointed at the sun in the sky and shouted, holding a fly whisk in his other hand and swinging it.

At first glance, it turns out that this is really what happened. There are people watching, there are people playing the leading role, and there are people accompanying the actors. The scenes and props are all complete. Experts will know if they are there as soon as they take action.

Zhang Jinyu, who was in the car, glanced at it. This old Taoist priest was good at tricks. He had all the trappings and skills. He must have cheated a lot. He didn’t know how much money he got in Ningguo Mansion. It was a lot. After all, Jia Zhen was real. He is so heroic that he bets himself a hundred thousand taels of silver without blinking an eye. The Jia family has a deep heritage that cannot be planned overnight.

Emperor Wu Zhou Shihong's face became more and more ugly, and everyone knelt down to worship him. Where is the character of the honorable nobles in the capital? Jia Zhen did not take the court and me seriously. This commotion will definitely cause trouble in the city. It is time to Let Yan Guan come out and find something to do.

Before thinking about anything else, I only heard the old Taoist priest shouting again,

"receive!"

at this time,

Just at noon, the clear sky suddenly darkened, getting darker and darker, until it was dark. Zhang Jinyu was stunned and cried out,

"I'm stupid, it's real or fake!"

(End of this chapter)