Northern Song Dynasty: It’s a showdown, who said I, Zhao Zhen, don’t have a son?

Chapter 99 Why did Fan Zhongyan stay with Zhao He?

In the evening, Cao Lang came to visit Zhao's small courtyard.

Instead of seeing Zhao He, he saw Fan Zhongyan who was studying in the yard.

Cao Lang raised his hands respectfully and said, "Mr. Fan."

Fan Zhongyan raised his head and nodded slightly: "Shaohua, do you have something to do with Zhao He?"

Cao Lang smiled and nodded, then sat aside: "Nothing can be hidden from Mr. Fan."

Fan Zhongyan smiled and said: "You usually come to Zhao He just for that matter. What do you mean you can't hide it from me? Why don't you tell me?"

He also put down the scroll in his hand. When Cao Lang saw this, he said: "Now the developer of the soap is definitely Zhao He. The many fights and riots that occurred in Bianjing because of the soap were also because of the soap. The governor was a little dissatisfied with this. , I specifically asked you to come down here to remind me.”

"Haha, what about the soap? I am also surprised that this boy can research such a thing. However, besides this soap, he seems to be researching something else recently. I just don't understand those things."

After saying that, Fan Zhongyan smiled: "I haven't seen such an interesting young man for a long time. He has such a strong ability, but he is using it for business. If he can use it for studying, I'm afraid he will be dead in a few years." He is a Jinshi."

Cao Lang was slightly surprised, because he was surprised that Fan Zhongyan gave Zhao He such a high evaluation. Based on his understanding of Zhao He, he only had a slight literary talent.

But Fan Zhongyan's gaze at people is often quite good, and Cao Lang understands this.

Cao Lang hesitated for a moment and looked at Fan Zhongyan. He didn't know whether he should ask the question in his heart, but he was very concerned about this matter and kept it in his heart.

Seeing this, Fan Zhongyan also had a smile on his face: "Do you want to ask me why I didn't resign and stayed with this young man?"

Cao Lang hummed and nodded: "I hope Mr. Fan will tell you that although the New Deal failed, Mr. Fan's ability and reputation will actually allow him to return to the court and serve as an official after the news has passed, just like Xianggong Ouyang and Mr. The rich prime minister and others are like this. Although I am not in the court, I can still see that the officials are trying to protect Mr. Fan and others."

Hearing this, Fan Zhongyan nodded repeatedly: "You have good vision and are very accurate. This is indeed what the official meant. The impact of the New Deal is too great, and we have to withdraw from the court for a while."

Cao Lang frowned and said: "Since Mr. Fan knew about this, why did he resign? There are two different things between being promoted back to the court and being directly promoted. I'm afraid it will be too much trouble..."

Fan Zhongyan's eyes were a little melancholy and he sighed slightly.

"You also know that I have been working in the court for many years just because the New Deal can correct the shortcomings of the Song Dynasty. Everyone can see the effects of the New Deal over the past few years, but I have not considered some things..."

"Zhao He is right. If you want to seek benefits for the people, you are actually giving our interests to the people. But if we are willing, others are not willing..."

"That day, more than 50 letters were sent to the Central Government, all of which were impeachment memorials. At that time, I was actually exhausted. I am already over [-] years old this year. I am too old to do anything anymore. This time I was demoted. This means that I have no chance to make a comeback."

"The thing that I have been pursuing all my life has ended up like this. In fact, I feel very uncomfortable. I have planned to resign after taking office in the local area, go sightseeing, enjoy life, and spend some time with you. family."

"Now, I just see a new dawn. That young man is not simple. If he can become an official in the court, he will definitely do better than me!"

Fan Zhongyan said this, and Cao Lang also heard it. Although the latter was still full of doubts about certain things, Fan Zhongyan's words at this moment were indeed some kind of inner statement. Not only did he explain the reason, but he also explained why he stayed in Zhao. and purpose around you.

Do you want to send Zhao He to the court as an official?
Cao Lang thought for a moment. If Mr. Fan really thought this way, it would be understandable for him to do so.

It is very common to entrust one's revenge to future generations when one cannot do it oneself due to current situation restrictions, age restrictions, and status restrictions.

At this time, many of Cao Lang's inner doubts were lifted, but he was still a little curious.

"The man who came to Zhao's house earlier..."

Fan Zhongyan smiled slightly and said: "Shaohua cares about a lot of things." There was already a hint of reminder in his words. After all, it was rude to speak to a senior like a junior like this.

Cao Lang cupped his hands and said, "I'm just curious. Since Mr. Fan doesn't want to talk, I won't ask."

Regarding the conversation just now, Cao Lang gradually began to think about Zhao He's identity as a descendant and disciple described by Fan Zhongyan. However, some of the things that happened to Zhao He were quite bizarre and could not be answered no matter what.

The key to solving this situation still lies with the mysterious man.

If I could see the official, everything would be clear.

Cao Lang suddenly smiled and said: "Zhao He seems to be unclear about Mr. Fan's identity. Are you always so presumptuous in front of Mr. Fan?"

Regarding this, Fan Zhongyan was also relieved: "After all, this kid's temper is like this. If I tell him his true identity, I'm afraid it will be the same. It's better not to tell him that he is an old man, haha!"

Cao Lang had a different view on this: "Zhao He is relatively clear about some things. If he knew that the person next to him was Mr. Fan, I am afraid that teaching would be easier and Mr. Fan's revenge could be realized as soon as possible."

Fan Zhongyan stroked his beard and smiled: "Let nature take its course. I no longer pay attention to these things. It is also good to teach the children, drink tea and read, and cultivate their moral character."

Cao Lang smiled, and then heard some movement not far away.

"Uncle Guo, go and tell the merchants who are making soap now to do as I say."

"no problem!"

Fan Zhongyan suddenly said loudly: "Boy, someone is coming for you, please hurry up!"

Hearing the news, Zhao He quickly returned home and saw Fan Zhongyan and Cao Lang.

"Brother Cao, why are you here?"

Cao Lang smiled and said: "I came here to get you by order of the Palace Master..."

Zhao He scratched his head: "What have I done recently to offend Bao Zheng?"

However, looking at this posture, he was not here to take anyone, and Zhao He seemed relatively relaxed.

"The soap business seems to be good recently, right?"

Zhao He waved his hand: "Where is it? It's just to earn some food. Brother Cao, do you want some tea?"

Cao Lang shook his head and said: "No, I'll just leave after saying a word to you. Previously, the soap caused countless people in Bianjing to flock to each other and even fight. Bao Zheng hopes that you will pay attention. If you do it again, I'm afraid that Xia Hong will come to get you." .”

Zhao He nodded repeatedly: "I didn't expect those people to be so crazy about what happened before. I originally planned to do it for a while, but seeing that the situation could not be controlled, I released more soap. It is also an unexpected thing."

Cao Lang said slightly seriously: "Then you should think more about it next time and don't cause trouble to me all day long!"

Zhao He hurriedly said: "Young man, please obey my orders. I'll send you away soon!"

Cao Lang smiled slightly, turned around and said goodbye to Fan Zhongyan, and left immediately.

(End of this chapter)