Wind rises time and space gate

Chapter 426 Opportunity
Lin Zhaoxia discussed the next business deal with Jiang Li in Huixian Tower, while Tang Shiqian returned to the academy with two bottles of wine.

Qingshan Academy is located on the outskirts of Beijing, not far from the city, but it still takes two hours to walk.

Yan was preparing dinner with her daughter-in-law Dong in the kitchen. Seeing that it was already sunset and no one had come back, she poked her head out from time to time and complained to her daughter-in-law, "Your father-in-law must be reluctant to part with a few pence for the sedan again."

A mother-in-law can complain, but a daughter-in-law dare not. Mr. Dong smiled and said, "My father is frugal."

Mrs. Yan sighed. Although her family was not rich, they were not so poor that they could not afford to sit in a sedan chair.

Both father and son are teachers at Qingshan Academy, and their monthly salary adds up to ten taels. Plus the subsidies from their two daughters, the family is not yet in a state of poverty.

Hearing her daughter-in-law say that the old man was frugal, Mrs. Yan snorted, "Your father-in-law has a good reputation." With the pitiful self-esteem of a scholar, he suffered not only himself but also the whole family.

"Last time your eldest sister came and wanted to stuff me with money. When your father-in-law saw it, he scolded me. That damn old man didn't let me take it if he didn't want it. This is the filial piety of a child. Why can't I take it? I'm ten months pregnant. , I have worked hard to bring them up, and now they respect me, it is their filial piety, why can’t they do this!”

What a stubborn old man.

He was afraid that his colleagues would laugh at him because he could not support his family and had to rely on his daughter and son-in-law to support him, so he pushed his daughter's kindness to others.

Dong just smiled. In my heart, I quite agreed with my mother-in-law's words.

The eldest sister and the second sister were married in the city, and their families were all officials, so their life was much better than at home. The two sisters were also filial, and often provided supplements. They were often scolded by their father-in-law for taking too much, and they didn't even dare to stuff money in plain sight.

Mrs. Dong sometimes felt that her father-in-law had read too many books and had become more pedantic.

Seeing that her daughter-in-law was silent, Mrs. Yan was afraid that she would complain about her father-in-law, so she added, "Although your father-in-law often scolds your eldest and second sisters, it is for their own good. He is afraid that they will often support their parents' family and be criticized by their parents-in-law's family. They don’t live in separate families, so they live together as one family, so they are not as comfortable as we are.”

"Yes. My daughter-in-law understands." Mrs. Dong responded in a low voice, moving her hands quickly. She wanted to supplement her mother's family, but she had nowhere to do so. Can she rely on her husband's five or two months' money?
My heart felt bitter.

She was also the daughter of an official family, and she thought that by marrying a scholar, she would be promoted and rich in the future, and would enjoy a happy life. As a result, her husband-in-law only passed the imperial examination with the same rank. Her father-in-law thought he was embarrassed and refused to help him along the way, so he was detained in Qingshan. I became a teacher in the academy.

Look at yourself again. You used to be pampered in your boudoir and had servants to take care of you. Now you can wash your hands and make soup and do all kinds of housework more efficiently, and outsiders praise you for your virtuousness...

Mrs. Dong was feeling miserable, but she didn't dare to complain in front of her parents-in-law.

Mrs. Yan glanced at her and sighed secretly. How could she not know that her daughter-in-law was suffering because all her old friends had to marry into high-ranking families, but she was left in the suburbs, and she didn't even dare to go to the capital.

My son studied hard for ten years in Hanchuang, and now he can only be a teacher. He is depressed and frustrated. My daughter-in-law thought that she would enjoy endless happiness in the future by marrying into a lovely family, but she never thought of crowding with them in the small courtyard behind the academy. She was also depressed. Unwilling.

Just as he was about to comfort him, he heard a knock on the door, poked his head out, and saw an old man walking in with a box in his arms.

Seeing that he looked tired and his hair was fluttering at his feet, he knew that he must have walked back from the city. He opened his mouth to curse, but held it back.

"You're back? Food is ready. Go inside and have a rest. I'll call you later."

Tang Shiqian agreed and carried the box into the house. Yan's eyes fell on the box. She was about to ask him, but when he saw that he didn't open his mouth to explain, he thought he wanted to avoid people, so he didn't ask.

Not long after, Tang Wangzhi, the son of the Tang family, and Tang Jiwen, the grandson who was playing outside, also returned home with their sister.

The family finished dinner under a dim bean-like oil lamp, and when they rested at night, Yan asked him what was in the box. Tang Shiqian then told his old wife what happened today at Huixian Tower.

Mrs. Yan rolled her eyes at him. She went out early, thinking she had something important to do, but ended up walking back and forth to Huixian Tower just to buy a bottle of wine?

This is the future.

"The guys have told you that holding a license only gives you a discount on vegetable prices, so you just act like a bachelor and pretend there is no such thing?"

Tang Shiqian looked stern, "I promised a 20% discount, but I remembered it correctly." He still refused to admit his mistake.

He prepared it at 20% off the price of the wine, which was so much that he couldn't afford a penny more. He remembered correctly, it was 20% off.

As soon as Yan saw his face, she knew that he must have misunderstood. Since she only prepared a small amount of money for drinks and was too shy to admit her mistakes in person, she had no choice but to keep making mistakes.

"The wine tastes so good?" A person who is usually so frugal exchanged all his two months' salary for a bottle of wine. Tsk tsk.

"As long as you were willing to paint a painting or sell a calligraphy, your family would not be in such a situation."

"It's not like we don't have enough food at home, why are we selling calligraphy and painting?" Tang Shiqian put the wine he had been rubbing for a long time back into the box and snapped the lid shut.

This old man. Yan wanted to scold him, but she couldn't bear it because of his poor self-esteem.

"You're quite proud. You're using your two months' salary to buy wine. Your family will have to rely on it for these two months."

"It's not like we don't have any savings at home." He relied on his son to support him.

"You don't know how much savings your family has? The pen, ink, paper and inkstones to send messages are also very expensive. In the near future, we will prepare for the New Year. We need to give gifts everywhere, and prepare to send messages when we turn over the New Year."

Tang Shiqian stopped talking and turned his back, staring blankly at the box of wine on the table.

Early the next morning, the Tang family's father and son went to the academy with their books and their grandson who was going to the academy. After the housework was settled, Mrs. Yan changed her clothes, told her daughter-in-law Ms. Dong that she was going out, and told her to keep an eye on her granddaughter at home.

When Mrs. Dong heard that she was going to the city, she thought she was going to see her eldest and second sister, so she agreed, sent her out, and called her a donkey cart.

After entering the city, Mrs. Yan asked people about the location of Huixian Tower. In the whole capital, there was no one like Huixian Tower who didn't know how to take care of Shiranui, and he quickly pointed out the location to her.

Yan searched all the way.

All the way to the door, I saw lavishly decorated carriages and sedans parked at the door of the restaurant. There were well-dressed dignitaries coming and going, and it was extremely lively. Look at the five-story, seven-room door. , Yan became a little timid.

The waiter came up to her and said, "Madam, do you want to eat? The place is full now. Do you want to wait outside for a while and I can take a number for you?" He said that he would register her with the number plate.

Seeing his enthusiasm, Mrs. Yan didn't look down on her because of her old age and shabby clothes. She developed a good impression of this guy and Huixianlou. "Are all the people sitting outside here queuing up?"

"Yes. I'll find a place for the old lady to sit and wait."

Darling, these are all people waiting in line to eat.

There was also a waiter who brought free tea and snacks to the people waiting in line. No wonder he was sitting at the door with a look of impatience on his face. It was such a wonderful thing to queue up.

No wonder Xianlou is making money now, and even managed to convince his old man to spend two months of his salary to buy wine.

Yan pulled the waiter who was trying to help her find a seat, "I'm not here to eat. Is your boss here?"

Are you here to see the big shopkeeper? Seeing that she didn't look like a provocateur, the waiter took her inside. "Little Jiang Li, this old lady, are you looking for me?"

Seeing the big shopkeeper smiling and having a good attitude, Mrs. Yan felt some good feelings again, and even had a good impression of King Yue and Princess Yue, whom she had never met before. If it weren't for the good teachings from above, how could the people below be like this.

He took out the money from his wallet and said, "My old man is Tang Shiqian from Qingshan Academy. He came to buy wine yesterday. He was short of your wine money, so he asked me to make up for it."

I heard the old man talk about buying wine last night, and I realized that he was wrong. The wine was not discounted. According to the old man's temperament, he would not take advantage of others. However, he only had the money with him, so he had to pretend that he was wrong. Just wrong.

But when I got home, I felt restless at night. I feel that I have taken advantage of others by relying on my old age. I don’t have the face to pay for it. Besides, he didn't have any money himself, so it was difficult for him to reach out to her.

Jiang Li was stunned, this...

"He forgot about it and came out with only the money. I'm really sorry for causing you trouble."

"What did the old lady say? The money for the wine was paid yesterday. Originally, my prince got Mr. Tang's calligraphy treasure, so he wanted to return the gift. Only the old man wanted to keep the money for the wine, so I kept the money. Why? The old lady even came to deliver the wine money in person, there is no such thing. "

Pushed back and refused to answer.

"The bottle given to me should be regarded as a return gift from the prince. For the bottle he bought, it will be as much as it should be. I won't make this example and make it difficult for you."

For the sake of the old man's poor literati spirit, Mrs. Yan prepared money and came over early in the morning. She was determined to keep the money and refused to say anything more. She put the money on the counter and turned around and left.

Jiang Li hurriedly grabbed the silver in his hand and was about to chase her. When he reached the door and saw her walking very fast, he sighed and stopped.

The next day, Lin Zhaoxia and Zhao Guangyuan brought Chang Zhi to the building for dinner. Then I heard Jiang Li talk about this matter.

The whole family of three were stunned.

"Then why did Mrs. Tang still bring the money for the wine? The shopkeeper gave him such expensive wine, but he still lacked the money for the bottle of ordinary wine?" Changzhi was a little puzzled.

Just when Jiang Li was about to open his mouth to explain, Zhao Guangyuan said to his son seriously: "Literati have their own character. They have their own standards for conduct. Outsiders do not understand, but they need to be respected and must not be humiliated."

"Yes." My father's teachings have always been in my heart.

Seeing the prince patiently teaching the princess' nephew, Jiang Li smiled.

Occasionally, the prince would bring this boy Lin over to the building for dinner. Many people saw him and secretly said that the prince wanted to adopt the nephew of the princess. Behind his back, there were all kinds of things, and some people felt pity for the prince.

As a man, Jiang Li felt the same way about being harmed by others and being unable to have children. Who the prince is good to and who he is willing to adopt is the prince's business. If he adopts one, then someone will inherit the fairy building in the future.

Jiang Li looked at Chang Zhi again with a more cordial look.

Seeing that Lin Zhaoxia was very fond of Mrs. Tang, and thinking of Tang Shiqian's calligraphy painting, which was a rare masterpiece, Zhao Guangyuan became interested in talents and sent someone to check on Tang Shiqian.

The next day, the information about Tang Shiqian's family arrived on Zhao Guangyuan's desk.

On this day of rest, the Tang family welcomed a guest.

"you are?"

"I have met Mr. Tang, Mrs. Tang, Mr. Tang, and Mrs. Tang. Young Jiang Wentao is the chief historian of the Yue Prince's Palace."

The history of the Palace of the Prince of Yue? Jiang Wentao? That Mr. Jiang has Tanhua’s younger son in his family? Jiang Wentao who wants Princess Shang soon?

The father and son were stunned, and Mrs. Yan had already enthusiastically led them into the house, "Quick, come in and sit down." Darling, how had such an honored guest ever come to their home? Maybe I came in the wrong place.

Why did Jiang Wentao come home? Tang's father and son were puzzled. But it was not as Yan's mother-in-law and daughter-in-law thought, they were in the wrong house. Jiang Wentao was born and raised in Beijing, his family was in such a prestigious family, and he had an official position, so he was in the wrong house?
The father and son followed him with uncertain expressions, greeted each other, and then sat down.

"It's a little rude to come to the door without permission."

"If Mr. Jiang can come to the house, the house will be full of glory." Tang Wangzhi said, and then he called a pair of children to come and see him.

Jiang Wentao was about to get married and was very fond of children. He immediately gave each of his two children a jade pendant.

"This is impossible!"

"No matter what, the two children have to call me uncle."

With a smile on his face, Jiang Wentao invited the two children to come and talk. He heard that the boy named Zhiwen was seven years old and was studying in the academy. He gave him a few tests and saw that he was quick in thinking and liked him very much.

"The princess's nephew is studying with me now. He is just as smart. I don't have much experience in teaching, and I am often worried that I might mislead others. Now that I see a letter like this, it must be Mr. Tang. Mr. Tang has done a great job in teaching me. It is inevitable that I will teach you two Please ask for advice.”

The conversation made the Tang family's father and son feel very comfortable, and they became a little closer when talking about teaching and learning.

In the Tang Dynasty, the only son of Qianjiao was very attentive, thinking that he would be promoted to an official position and shine on the family lintel. Unexpectedly, this son was very much like him. He was more than upright in his dealings, but not tactful. He was favored and had no choice but to win the title of Tong Jinshi.

He was so disheartened that he now cruelly taught his little grandson, but this little grandson did not learn any more of the pedantry of his father and grandfather.

I can't help but feel so happy.

Hearing Jiang Wentao praise his grandson and son, Tang Shiqian and his son were naturally happy, and treated Jiang Wentao more sincerely.

After chatting for a while, Jiang Wentao got down to business...

"My prince is going to hold a calligraphy and painting exhibition in the winter, and invites literati from all walks of life to give him calligraphy treasures. He is full of praise for Mr. Tang's calligraphy, and he comes to me to ask for a few. When the time comes, he will hang it in the building, not for criticism, but for giving. An opportunity for students in Beijing to learn.”

The words were beautiful, and the person came to ask for it in person, so Tang Shiqian couldn't say no.

Moreover, the King of Yue did not sell his paintings and calligraphy for money. He also said that it was not for evaluation, but just to give students in Beijing a chance to observe and learn. This was a good deed, and no one would refuse. Then he agreed.

Jiang Wentao knew that the prince wanted to win over his father and son, so his words became more sincere.

"You two must know that my prince is now on duty at the Si Nong Department. He has taken on several tasks from the emperor. The Si Nong Department is suddenly short of manpower. There is still one person missing for the eight-level record. I wonder if Mr. Tang has any interest?"

What Si Nong Si lacks is more than just records of the eighth rank.

According to the system, there should be two Shaoqing, four Sicheng, two each in charge of bookkeeping and recording. It's just that the Department of Agriculture and Agriculture has been marginalized over the years. It was originally an independent department, but was kicked to the Ministry of Works by the Sixth Ministry, and became a subsidiary yamen of the Ministry of Works. Many official positions have not been filled again.

The prince ordered people to check the Tang family. Not only Tang Shiqian was a Jinshi in the imperial examination, but his son Tang Wangzhi was also talented and learned. However, Tang Shiqian offended someone that year, which affected his son and was sentenced by the grading officer at the time. Not equal to Jinshi.

After Jiang Wentao finished speaking, Tang Wangzhi thought he had heard wrongly. The King of Yue gave him a position, and the King of Yue asked him to join Ren?