Red Mansion: I am Jia Lian

Chapter 97 Hit the snake seven inches

Facing Jia Lian who was walking forward quickly, Jia Mu tightened her grip on the sandalwood stick in her hand. Usually this thing was just a decoration, but now it became a tool that could make the old lady stand up. The hope for the long-term prosperity of Rongguo Mansion was just around the corner, and the old lady was really excited.

Poof, Jia Lian, who was one step away, knelt down neatly, with tears in his eyes, and bowed down without saying a word. Dong-dong-dong, his forehead hit the floor. It hurt even when he heard it, but Jia Lian, who was under the focus of everyone, felt nothing. Usually, after three times in a row, when you look up again, there is already a red patch on your forehead.

"Unfilial grandson Jia Lian reports to my grandmother that my grandson was lucky enough to pass the provincial examination today. I came here to express my gratitude to my ancestors for their love and care."

Looking at the tearful Jia Lian in front of her, and listening to his "sincere words", Jia Mu burst into tears. Her lost strength came back, she threw away the stick at hand, reached out and touched the red patch on her forehead, trembling. He asked in a low voice: "Weird grandson, does it hurt?"

Jia Lian didn't speak, just smiled with tears on his face, looked at Jia Mu in front of him, and shook his head slightly.

Jia Mu stepped forward, protected Jia Lian's head, and cried loudly!

None of the emotional women at the scene could bear the drama of human relations. They turned their heads and wiped away tears. Even Mrs. Wang stood up at this moment, lowering her head and not knowing what she was thinking.

Can't stop it, can't stop it, can't stop it no matter what.

Jia She, who came outside after hearing the news, saw this scene at the door. He stopped and stared blankly, thinking [Zhuzi, I'm still here! 】After watching for a while, Jia She was touched and couldn't help but look up and sigh.

At this moment, Aunt Zhao said: "Old ancestor, today is a happy day, why are you crying so hard? Don't break your body from crying!"

Jia Mu then let go of Jia Lian, and while wiping her tears, she smiled and said, "Yes, happy days are all to blame on this hozen!"

Jia Lian was very cooperative, with a smile on his face and tears in his eyes: "Yes, it's all my fault. My grandson is unfilial."

Mother Jia once again reached out and touched Jia Lian's head. Her tone was extremely gentle: "My dear grandson, get up. The ground is cold."

When Jia Lian stood up, Jia's mother glanced at Mrs. Wang and said: "The second brother's family, let people prepare. Let's set up running water mats in Rongning Street for three days, so that everyone in the capital can see. The Jia family is still the Jia family, Rong Ning." The national government is still the Rongguo government."

"Yes, my wife obeys the order." Mrs. Wang accepted the order in a low voice. To outsiders, there was nothing wrong with her at all, and her tone was normal.

Jia Mu secretly said: [Have you figured it out? In any case, this family is both prosperous and devastated. 】

Jia She finally entered the door. He looked at Jia Lian with a look that was a little more equal, and there was a smile on his face. After greeting Jia's mother, he said to Jia Lian: "Shuzi, I have not fallen into trouble this time." The lintel of Rongguo Mansion!"

After hearing this, Jia Mu said angrily: "If anything happens to you, just step aside."

Jia Lian, however, had no temper at all, and saluted Jia She with a smile: "Father taught you a lesson!"

Jia She, who was full of face, snorted with his nostrils raised to the sky. The maid wiped away the tears of Jia Mu and said with a smile: "No matter how dissatisfied you are, you have given birth to a good son. Today is not an old score, just be happy."

At this time, Jia Zhen's voice came from outside the door: "I heard the voice of our ancestors from far away. It was full of energy. As the saying goes, people feel refreshed when happy events happen. From now on, our ancestors' hearts will be brighter, their bodies will be healthier, and they will live to It’s not difficult to be a hundred years old.”

Listening to Jia Zhen's words, Jia's mother was very happy. It is auspicious to live a hundred years in these days, and she does not need to kowtow in front of the emperor.

"Brother Zhen is also here. The auspicious words are so good. I don't dare to think about it when I'm a hundred years old. If I live to be ninety, I will be blessed by my ancestors."

There was another scene of joy and family fun, but Jia Zheng was missing. Jia's mother didn't say anything, but was muttering in her heart. After the atmosphere calmed down a little, Jia Zhen was dragged away to have a drink by Jia Lian, and then she asked Mrs. Wang privately: "Where is Zheng'er?"

Mrs. Wang sighed: "Zhu'er's name was lost in Sunshan. She got drunk and made trouble in a restaurant. The censor of the city bumped into her. Considering the face of the Jia family, the censor of the city did not take the person. Instead, she asked the master to go to the restaurant to arrest the person. Bring it back."

After hearing this, Jia Mu lightly stamped her feet: "Zhu'er is still young. If you fail this exam, there will be another one." Then she said to Li Wan: "My granddaughter-in-law, please don't complain in private. Please give Zhu'er some good advice."

Li Wan thought to himself, "What can I do?" 】But he responded: "My grandson has remembered the teachings of our ancestors."

The atmosphere in the Jia Mansion was boiling, and the Qianqing Palace was quiet, like the calm before the storm.

Emperor Chenghui was leaning on the dragon chair, closing his eyes and concentrating. Xia Shouzhong was kneeling in front of him, his forehead touching the ground, and he said nothing.

Qiu Shian, standing behind Emperor Chenghui, held a fly whisk in his hand and stood like a statue.

"Some people speak clearly and clearly about the world's principles, but the things they do are dirty no matter how dirty they are. Check it out, check it out thoroughly, and see which hand is muddying the waters in the dark."

Emperor Chenghui did not open his eyes, he still closed his eyes and looked up. Xia Shouzhong, who was humble, did not dare to show any slightness: "I will let people go check it out now, but..." Xia Shouzhong hesitated for a moment. When Emperor Chenghui opened his eyes, Xia Shouzhong said His whole body trembled slightly and he continued to lie on the ground.

"This servant is afraid that something will be discovered that will damage the saintly wisdom of the Lord Long Live."

Emperor Chenghui's pupils suddenly shrank, his eyes became stern, and his tone became colder: "Just check it out!"

"My servant obeys the order!" Xia Shouzhong kowtowed again. Emperor Chenghui waved his hand. Xia Shouzhong stood up, hunched over, and walked backwards. He turned around when he reached the door. When Emperor Chenghui saw him going out, he said without looking back: "Daban, please tell me."

Qiu Shian shuddered when he heard the word "big companion". After he ascended the throne, he stopped using this word and always called him by his first name. Reappearing now shows that the person in front of him is extremely conflicted in his heart.

Qiu Shi'an walked around to the front, knelt down and kowtowed three times: "Long live my Lord, this slave is a rootless person and dare not discuss politics. Long Live Lord, as a ninety-five-year-old man, there is no shortage of ministers who can do things. Why don't you call in ministers who dare to do things?" How about asking?"

This is the reason why Qiu Shian is the most trusted. There are many ministers in the dormitory, can he be trusted just as his eldest companion? Qiu Shi'an never gives clear advice, but he always points out a feasible way.

"Get up, I'm confused because of my anger. Here's the decree to announce Sun Hua Zhen's audience."

The choice of Emperor Chenghui is very interesting. Among the five cabinet ministers, Kong Zhao and Liang Daoyuan did not tell the truth. Li Qing was born in Qingyun Academy and has not yet gained the complete trust of Emperor Chenghui. Although Zhang Ting'en is also labeled as Qingyun, he is the target of key protection. He will not show the knife until the critical moment.

Within two moments, Sun Huazhen was waiting outside the palace, and Emperor Chenghui immediately announced his entrance. After the emperor and his ministers saw the ceremony, Emperor Chenghui went straight to the point: "A month before and after the provincial examination, there has been a saying among the people in the market that Jia Lian of Rongguo Mansion is the best in the world in arithmetic, and he will definitely pass this subject. Please think about it carefully for me, how to deal with it. This matter."

After hearing this, Sun Huazhen just pondered slightly and responded very decisively: "Your Majesty, I think the intention of this statement is extremely sinister. The people spreading the rumor seem to be targeting Jia Lian, but in fact, Xiang Zhuang's sword dance has other intentions, and what's worse..."

Sun Huazhen rarely hesitated for a moment, but Emperor Chenghui simply said: "Say!"

"I interpret this statement with the utmost malice, fearing that it may slander you."

After hearing this, Emperor Chenghui looked at Sun Huazhen expressionlessly. This cabinet minister had an open expression, slightly lowered his eyebrows, and did not look directly at him, nor did he mean to dodge. Emperor Chenghui thought: He is worthy of being the most incorruptible minister in this dynasty.

"I have asked Lieutenant Long to investigate the source. I also know that the investigation may not be clear, but I have to investigate. I, it is difficult! My dear, can you give me some countermeasures?" Emperor Chenghui's tone was full of exhaustion. , there are too many bad things, and there is no time to stop. As an emperor, he seems to be aloof and has the power of life and death, but when he wants to do something, he is restricted everywhere and every step is difficult.

Sun Huazhen is really a character who dares to think and do things. She responded immediately without any hesitation: "Your Majesty, I would like to ask Lieutenant Long to stop fully investigating this matter to avoid causing greater trouble."

Emperor Chenghui leaned back slightly after hearing this. He was not angry, but smiled: "Oh, why do you teach me?"

It was precisely because of his understanding of Sun Huazhen that Emperor Chenghui reacted this way. This old guy was not a person who fasted and chanted Buddha's name.

"Whoever benefits will be the suspect. Qingyun Academy is the biggest winner in today's provincial examination. If you hit the snake seven inches, Long Jinwei will just keep an eye on Qingyun Academy and investigate. I won't take anyone, please come to Qingyun Academy to cooperate with the investigation. Today Those who passed the imperial examination were questioned and examined one by one. The "Beijing Minsheng Daily" built up the momentum, and Jia Lian was also a student from Qingyun Academy."

After Sun Huazhen finished speaking, Emperor Chenghui looked solemn at first. When he finally heard that [Jia Lian is also a student from Qingyun Academy], he couldn't help but smile. If he hadn't been well-trained, he would have almost laughed out loud.

Emperor Chenghui calmed down after a while, turned to Qiu Shi'an and said, "Qiu Shi'an, did you hear that?"

"Slave, go and send a message right now!" Qiu Shi'an quickly went out and told the little eunuch at the door to do something.

Sun Huazhen said again: "Your Majesty, I would like to request two officials each from the Metropolitan Procuratorate and Dali Temple who are not from Qingyun to assist in the investigation."

"It's accurate. I can trust Aiqing to lead the investigation of this case." Emperor Chenghui's mood was rough and accurate.

After Sun Huazhen received the order, Emperor Chenghui no longer thought about working. He stood up and walked around the hall several times. Finally, he laughed three times "hahaha" and was completely happy. After thinking about it for a while, he told Qiu Shi'an: "Qiu Shi'an, go and send a message to Yuanchun. It's a happy event for Jia Lian to win the election. She has to send some congratulatory gifts."

"My slave has received the order, and I will go and do it myself." Qiu Shi'an resigned and went to work quickly.

After meeting Yuan Chun, Qiu Shi'an conveyed the oral instructions. Yuan Chun did not dare to neglect the late companion in front of him at all. Xiao Qing, the palace maid next to him, stuffed a purse into Qiu Shi'an's close confidant and the chamberlain in front of everyone. Only then did Yuan Chun He whispered: "Eunuch Qiu, although it is a happy event, I don't know what to give to the family."

Qiu Shi'an did not put on a careless air, but replied respectfully: "I don't dare, you're welcome, I'm just a business person, how about you wait a moment?"

"Thank you so much, father-in-law!" Yuanchun was overjoyed. Half an hour later, a chamberlain came to the door and ordered Yuanchun to be rewarded with fifty brocades of various colors, a pair of Ruyi, and a set of royal pens, inks, papers and inkstones.

Emperor Chenghui's side, Li Heng, also came to ask for an audience. After the father and son met, Emperor Chenghui said with a cold face: "From Kunning Palace?"

Li Heng knelt down and said, "I'm scared!"

Emperor Chenghui put away his stern look and said calmly: "As a filial mother to a son, why should you be afraid?" Seeing that Li Heng was still kneeling and unable to get up, Emperor Chenghui sighed softly and said softly: "Since you have come to the restaurant in person At the scene, I heard someone say with my own ears that Jinke Jia Lian was bound to win. Why didn't you hurry up and let people write an article about this matter after you returned? I thought I would see your beautiful article."

Li Heng suddenly raised his head, with a look of surprise on his face: "My son..."

"It's too late, go back quickly. Since some people have questioned Shuntian Prefecture's Jinke Township Examination, I have ordered the cabinet minister Sun Huazhen to lead the officials, including the Metropolitan Procuratorate and Dali Temple, to station in Qingyun Academy to investigate the matter. The so-called Qing Dynasty will clean itself up. People who are clean should not be afraid of investigation."

This time Li Heng's mind turned quickly and he immediately kowtowed and said: "I understand, I will go back and publish a temporary special issue."

Emperor Chenghui waved his hand: "Go and do what you should do."

Disappointment can't be mentioned, after all, he was only sixteen years old after the new year, but when he thought that he was one year older than Jia Lian, Emperor Chenghui felt a little less happy. I couldn't help but say: "How lucky Marquis Jia En is to have such a son!"

Sun Huazhen acted vigorously and resolutely. After receiving the order, he personally went to the Duchayuan and Dali Temple. After mobilizing people, under the guard of Long Jinwei, he directly attacked Qingyun Academy while it was still dark.

The gatekeeper here, Old Man Liu, was not afraid when he saw the menacing attack of this group of people. He stood expressionlessly at the door and looked coldly at Sun Huazhen, who was surrounded by Captain Long. After the two met and looked at each other for a short time, Sun Huazhen took the initiative. He said: "There are rumors circulating, questioning whether there is fraud in the Jinke Township Examination. I am ordered to investigate and ask the old man to cooperate."

Old Man Liu then stepped away, without saluting, and said calmly: "I haven't seen you for twenty years, Master Sun is still as charming as ever!"

Sun Huazhen nodded slightly: "The old general has a high demeanor and integrity. His glory and wealth are discarded like worn-out shoes. He retreats bravely when he is at the peak of his career. He is truly an example of a minister. He will surely enjoy his old age. I am handling a case under orders and cannot be polite. Please forgive me. "

"Master Sun is being polite. He didn't call a certain person [human slaughter], which is to give Liu a big face. Please!"

"You're welcome!" When Sun Huazhen saw that the middle door of the academy was wide open, she didn't say much and led the crowd in. The few civil servants who were accompanying him listened to the whole process in a fog, and had no idea what the two of them were talking about. What was this old man doing?

Sun Huazhen had no intention of explaining to others. After meeting the people from Qingyun Academy who came to greet them, he patiently waited for the incense table to be placed and the edict to be announced. After everyone from Qingyun Academy thanked them, he ordered 500 Long Jinwei to guard each place and ordered the students to stay Residence, patiently awaiting investigation. By this time, it was already dark, and Sun Huazhen gave the order directly without resting.

The students who passed the examination were notified to come back and undergo official investigation. On the other side, Xia Shouzhong led a team to call all the examiners and put them under control, waiting for Sun Huazhen's next instructions.

Jia Lian, who was drinking, was really confused when he was found by Long Jinwei.

"What are you doing?" Wang Baoqiang's tone. Returning to God, I was shocked [Wocao, are you playing so big? ],

(End of this chapter)