King of Song

Chapter 125 After all, West Lake in mid-June

On the sixth day of June, the weather is fine!
Compared with the scorching sun before, a brief rain came unexpectedly this morning, which made the hot summer day a bit cooler.Especially by the water, there is a breeze, cool and refreshing.

West Lake is undoubtedly the summer resort that Hangzhou people yearn for the most, but it is a pity that ordinary people have no chance to get close to it today, and even those who play in the water and enjoy the lotus are not allowed to participate in the festival.

Those who are well-informed know that because Zhao Zongyong, king of Yuhang County, is going to hold a banquet in the West Lake today, the official sent out early in the morning and set up a curtain to prohibit ordinary people from coming and going.

There is no way, the people who come in and out today are all relatives of the emperor, dignitaries and dignitaries, security must be done well, and idlers and others naturally cannot come close.

The banquet was supposed to start in the evening, but later the king of Yuhang County said that he had brought in some water plays, songs, dances and many special fruits from Nanyang.It was unbearably hot at noon, just in time for a feast to cool off the summer heat, and when the news spread, who would dare not give face?In any case, the Prince of Yuhang is the uncle of the official family.

But some people just don't give face, and the majestic King of Yuhang County can't say anything. For example, Chen Qi, the magistrate of Qiantang County, said that he couldn't come because of illness, and Zhao Zongyong didn't care.

Li Feng, the magistrate of Yuhang County, also did not show up. The reason was that the family members of the victims in the case of Fangjia Village filed a complaint and made trouble.

No matter what, it seemed strange that the two most important magistrates under the Hangzhou rule did not show up.

But there is a reason for everything, and there are many coincidences in the world!Ordinary people would not care about it, but after Lin Zhao who was present found out about this situation, he was full of doubts, what the hell was going on?

Zhao Zongyong's banquet was different from the banquet given by the emperor, and it was more personal in nature, so the arrangement of seats was not completely in accordance with the rank and position.For example, Lin Zhao, who was promoted by the Secretary of Shibo, is a small official in the eyes of others, but he is assigned to the front seat.

Of course, no one said anything, and no one questioned or dissatisfied.They have heard of Lin Dongyang's name for a long time. He is a celebrity in front of officials and Wang Xianggong, and even the prince has to take care of him.Alas, if you can find a few opportunities to curry favor with each other, it will definitely be of great benefit to your future!

However, Lin Zhao ignored these people and walked through the banquet hall by the West Lake, looking for an opportunity to find Su Shi and Shen Kuo.

"Dongyang, are you okay last night?" Last night, Lin Zhao informed them of the situation. Hearing that Lin Zhao was attacked, Su Shi was worried all night.

"It's okay, Miss Mu blocked the knife for me, but fortunately there is no serious problem!"

Su Shi praised: "It really is a loving and righteous woman, by the way, who did it, do you have any clues?"

"It's hard to say, maybe they all have a share!" Lin Zhao shook his head lightly.

"Be careful!" Shen Kuo exhorted, the matter was indeed complicated, and life safety had already begun to be endangered.

Lin Zhaodao: "The thing to be careful of is that neither Chen Qi nor Li Feng came today... It's not surprising that Chen Qi is here, but what about Li Feng? What did he do?"

"Could it be true that you are going to be right?" Su Shi was shocked. They were already very cautious about the matter of treason.To be honest, as far as the current situation is concerned, it is still not expected to happen.

"Maybe, can you find a way to find out what old Zheng Xie is saying? See if he has made arrangements?"

"When I came, I inquired about it. Zheng Zhizhou sent someone to meet the general of the garrison last night!" Su Shi's eyes moved, and he said, "Look, he is here, so this matter..."

The person who came was none other than General Shenwu Zhao Shiju, and he appeared at the banquet!

To be honest, Lin Zhao was a little shocked, and even couldn't believe his eyes!
A person who was preparing to rebel, showing up at the banquet swaggeringly, putting himself in danger, instead of being the front line of command?This seems a little unreasonable. Could it be that I really think too much?Or maybe Zhao Shiju is too confident?Lin Zhao couldn't help shaking his head slightly, the situation was a bit weird!

Lin Zhao whispered: "Let's just wait and see what happens, it's hard to say, we adapt to the situation!"

"Ok!"

They exchanged an opinion with each other. As soon as Lin Zhaogang turned his head, he saw Zhao Shiju looking at him intentionally or unintentionally.The words "big treachery is like loyalty" are right. This guy behaves quite elegantly in public, his eyes are always quite soft, and it is impossible to find any clues at all.

It was inevitable for Zhao Shiju to look at Lin Zhao. He was very curious and regretful at the same time.I definitely underestimated this kid before.It is only now that he realizes that his ability is super powerful. To be honest, he still doesn't know where his secret came from?These years have been very secretive, how could Lin Zhao smell it?
But these have become the past, and they can't prove anything. Everything depends on today...

Lin Zhao also thinks the same way, don't let me find out, if you let me know that Mu Sihong's injury last night was related to you, I will never forgive you.

The two just looked at each other like this, and there were too many emotions in the eyes, which might explode in a moment.

Lin Zhao found a seat by the water and sat down. The hall was ingeniously built, and one could have a panoramic view of the West Lake.In the distance is the tall Leifeng Pagoda, and where the water and the sky meet, the lakes and mountains are more moving.In particular, the lotus in the lake just bloomed, not only beautiful, but also bursts of fragrance, but also a little bit more tranquil and delicate fragrance...

The lake water was led directly to the corridor, and various small fishes were swimming nearby.Lin Zhao thought of the Huagang Watching Fish of the Ten Scenic Spots of the West Lake in later generations. If a house can be built here, it must be quite good...

At this moment, the sound of chaotic footsteps came, and the fish in the water in the corridor seemed to feel the danger.In a flash of smoke, it scattered in all directions in an instant, disappearing without a trace.

Someone sang a promise at the door: "My lord is here!"

Lin Zhao Xunsheng looked at the door, and saw a middle-aged man with a seemingly noble bearing walking fast, followed by Nan Ge's young sons, one of them was Zhao Zhongshan, Marquis of Fushui. Almost went to heaven.

Along the way, officials from all walks of life stood up to say hello one after another. Needless to say, the visitors were naturally Yuhang County King Zhao Zongyong and his two precious sons.Zhao Zhongshan is also considered an old enemy, as for Zhao Zhongye, it is the first time we have met each other, but we have fought against each other both openly and secretly...

Zhao Zongyong came over, and when he saw Zhao Shiju, the two brothers looked very close, talking and laughing and greeting each other.Brother Zhao Zhongshan nodded and bowed behind, not like an enemy.

"Zizhan, I have admired you for a long time, but unfortunately I have never been able to see you. This time I finally have a chance..." Zhao Zongyong greeted Su Shi warmly when he saw Su Shi.There is a saying in today's banquet that it is for Su Shi to clean up the dust. Even if you are pretending, you have to pretend to be...

Su Shi said with a smile: "My lord is absurd, thank you for your compliment..."

Regardless of whether it was sincere or not, Talented Su was very happy when someone praised him, but he was not overwhelmed by flattery.Zhao Zongyong is only a county king. Among Su Ci's fans, there are more senior ancestors of the empress dowager!
Afterwards, Zhao Zongyong passed by Lin Zhao, looked up and down with great interest, and asked, "Lin Zhao, Lin Dongyang?"

"I've met the prince, let's go to Lin Zhao!" On the surface, etiquette is still required, Lin Zhao bowed his hands and greeted Zhao Zongyong.

"Sure enough, you are young and promising, and you are talented!" Zhao Zongyong said with a strange look in his eyes.

"Thank you, my lord, for your compliment!" Looking up, Lin Zhao happened to see the jealous and hateful eyes of Duke Zhao Zhongye of Dongyang County.

Zhao Zongyong smiled lightly, walked up to the main seat, and said: "The weather is hot, which coincides with the June [-]th festival. Today, I specially invite you to come to the West Lake to enjoy the lotus and enjoy the coolness, and have a feast to escape the summer heat!"

"Thank you, my lord!" All the Hangzhou officials were flattered and grateful.

"You are welcome!" Zhao Zongyong said with a smile: "Since the official's ascension to the throne, my Great Song Dynasty has been clean, the weather is smooth, and all industries are prosperous, so let's drink this first glass of wine for the prosperity of the Great Song Dynasty!"

Last year was another earthquake and flood. How did the weather go smoothly?Isn't this talking nonsense with your eyes open?Lin Zhao smiled inwardly, and picked up the wine glass with everyone.The taste of water and wine is so-so, not as good as Jiangnanju's spirits. Lin Zhaoxuan thought of the famous Shaoxing-shaped daughter red!Now that I am on Liangzhe Road, when I have a chance to take a look, I don’t know if I will find anything.

Zhao Zongyong raised his glass again, and said with a smile: "This is the second glass of wine. Su Zizhan is a talented man in the world. This time he is an official in Hangzhou. This king welcomes him. This glass of wine can be regarded as a cleansing for Zizhan."

Su Shi's face was really great, and everyone applauded in unison, cheering.Zhizhou Zheng Xie's expression became a little unnatural. It's not a good thing to be an official with celebrities. Although he is the top leader, he will be robbed of the limelight by others. This kind of feeling is really uncomfortable!Although he is five or sixty years old, Zheng Xie is still unavoidably a little jealous.

Today's banquet is doomed to be lengthy, first there are singing and dancing to add to the fun, and there are also water performances specially brought from Nanyang. To put it bluntly, they are not just small juggling on the water.Anyway, many people watched it with great interest, and when it was almost evening, some people began to show tiredness and became a little impatient.

But Yuhang County King didn't speak, who would dare to leave casually?What's more, a section of poetry and painting has just started.

"Although today is not a grand event, it is also a gathering of heroes. Why don't we follow the example of the ancients in reciting poems and writing lyrics, and make a collection, which can be passed down as a good story in the future!" an anecdote

"Shiju, your painting skills are superb, why don't you make a picture of the West Lake banquet?"

Zhao Shiju smiled and said, "Well, since Brother Huang suggested it, Shiju will show his shame!"

The atmosphere of the banquet seemed so harmonious, but behind it was unprecedented tension.At this time, the feast of poetry, at least Lin Zhao felt quite weird and didn't care.

Although everyone's mood is good, they all have self-knowledge. How can they compare with Su Shi, who is one of the best talents?Of course, there are also caring people who see the opportunity and write poems first, and if they are a little bit brilliant, they are also bursts of applause.Even if it is not as good as Su Shi's in the end, it can be said to be a good example, and it is not ashamed.

Soon, there were several good works, and Zhao Zongyong nodded again and again: "Wu Chu has many talents, and his reputation is indeed well-deserved. I don't know what masterpieces our Shuzhong talents have?"

Su Shi was also helpless today, and somehow he was praised as the focus person, even if he wanted to keep a low profile.As a gifted scholar, the activities of reciting poems and lyrics are naturally indispensable, not to mention Zhao Zongyong's words, everyone looked at him with anticipation...

Su Shi looked around, pondered for a moment and said: "Since today is the feast of the West Lake, and your works are all based on the theme of the West Lake, then I will use this as the theme and write a poem!"

"The water is shining brightly and the sun is good, and the mountains are empty and rainy. If you want to compare the West Lake to the West Lake, it is always better to put on light makeup."

The short quatrains perfectly describe the West Lake.There was a light rain this morning, and the weather turned fine in the afternoon, which can be described as the right time.Comparing West Lake with Xizi, they are both the most beautiful characters and scenery in Wuyue. Light makeup and heavy makeup are always suitable. The sentence is the most wonderful praise for West Lake. The sentences are not gorgeous, but the artistic conception is ingenious.

A talented person is a talented person, and when the words hit the ground, it caused a great shock, and everyone appreciated it.Of course, as the leading and representative talent in the Song Dynasty, this kind of scene has become commonplace. Su Shi just smiled lightly, not very proud.

Zhao Zongyong laughed and said, "Zizhan is Zizhan, it's unusual after all!"

"I heard that Lin Dongyang is also good at poetry, why don't you see any works today?" Zhao Zhongye who was next to him suddenly asked.

what?
Lin Zhao's thoughts were all focused on the private salt case, treason, and Mu Sihong's injury, so he didn't care about it.Therefore, he was a little absent-minded, and suddenly heard Zhao Zhongye mentioning himself, he couldn't help but be surprised...

poetry?Brother, how can I write poetry at this time?What's more, Su Shi's masterpiece has just been released, so why don't I come here as a foil?How could he be so vicious at such a young age?

Just when he was about to decline, Zhao Zongyong pretended to be surprised and said: "Really? Why didn't you say it earlier? Dongyang, I am waiting for your masterpiece!"

The king of Yuhang County has said so, can he still refuse this matter?Obviously, father and son teamed up to force themselves to make a fool of themselves.

Lin Zhao quickly conceived in his mind, but it was difficult to write a chapter if he had other distractions. He had no choice but to continue to "learn".Also, there are still some stocks in the memory, and he immediately said: "In this case, I will make a fool of myself, please give me your advice!"

People don't have high expectations for Lin Zhao's works. After all, Su Shi's monument is already there, and it is even more difficult to surpass it!Su Shi naturally understood the reason, and couldn't help feeling a little regretful, which made Lin Zhao feel a little embarrassed.

Lin Zhao, however, was calm and calm, pondered for a moment and said, "After all, in June, the scenery of the West Lake is different from that of the four seasons. The lotus leaves are boundless blue in the sky, and the lotus flowers are red in the sun!"

Silence, silence!

It is also a short seven-character quatrain, and it is also about the scenery of the West Lake, but it cleverly chooses a feature, that is, the lotus.In front of you, the large lotus leaves on the lake are truly infinitely green as they sway in the wind. Among them, the blooming lotus flowers are particularly beautiful under the sunlight.

When compared with Su Shi's works, it's hard to say which one is good or which is bad!But it is definitely a first-class masterpiece, which is comparable.

The faces of Zhao Zongyong and his son were not very good-looking, especially Zhao Zhongshan, who had been slapped in the face once or twice for pretending to step on others.

Su Shi was pleasantly surprised. He didn't expect Lin Zhao's literary talents to be so outstanding, and he was not inferior to him at all. In time, he would surely be able to improve to a higher level, and his future was limitless.

Zhao Shiju looked at the faces of Zhao Zongyong and his son, and smiled secretly, full of sarcasm.Immediately, I was startled again, how much unknown ability does Lin Zhao still have?

Others were full of surprise and admiration. The affair between Lin Zhao and Mu Sihong had spread all over Hangzhou.Many people don't understand why Mu Sihong fell in love with Lin Zhao, now it seems that there is an answer!
Lin Zhao just smiled lightly. Fortunately, he still has a hand, otherwise he would be caught blind today.Immediately glanced at it, Zhao Zhongye, who could not steal a lot of rice, had a flash of sarcasm at the corner of his mouth.

Zhao Zhongye was furious, but today, as the host, he had to have a pleasant face, and hurriedly got up to toast, so as not to be embarrassed!
The banquet never meant to be over. Whenever the mood faded, Zhao Zongyong and his son would always come up with something ingenious to keep everyone behind.

Sure enough, it's a good plan, if they keep procrastinating endlessly like this, it's not the way!It seems that I have to think of a way to escape as soon as possible...

I don't know what's going on with Su'an?Then he looked up at Zhao Shiju, who was still painting wholeheartedly.Lin Zhao couldn't help beating drums in his heart, what was his plan?
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A village near the canal on the outskirts of Hangzhou had few households. It was not until recent years when foreigners came to settle down in the village that it prospered.

These people made a lot of construction and built many strong houses here.The pier at the entrance of the village has also been renovated, and occasionally there are large ships coming and going.

"Is there any news about Hong'er?" Chen Qi, the county magistrate of Qiantang, was ill somewhere, and was walking around vigorously at the moment, but his face was a little worried, or worried.

His son, Chen Hong, has been missing since yesterday, and even has no news at all, which inevitably makes Chen Qi a little worried.What kind of impulsive move did the foolish boy do?Or encountered some danger?
Although Chen Qi is not considered a good thing, parents all over the world have the same love for their children. How can he be at ease when his son is gone.Especially last night when my wife woke up from a nightmare, some bad thoughts kept coming to mind.

"Not yet, master, don't worry, young master will be fine, the most urgent thing right now is to ship!"

"Well, is the big ship coming?" Chen Qi sighed lightly, feeling quite stressed.

"almost there!"

"Well, get ready and ship the ship as quickly as possible without any delay! And take precautions..."

They thought they were cautious, and didn't want the eyes of the village to keep watching them.Seeing the big ship approaching and carrying out the cargo, he left quietly.

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In the city of Hangzhou, Li Feng, the magistrate of Yuhang County, received the report, nodded and said, "Go, find a way to disclose this news to the guards under the general judge!"

"Yes!"

"Ma'am, it's time for us to start!"

A seductive woman came out of the room, nodded and said: "Okay, let's do it!"

Li Fengdao: "Ma'am, you take people to the palace, I will find a way to cause chaos in the city, and then open the city gate to welcome our people into the city!"

"Okay, quick battle!" the enchanting woman asked, "Is your husband's safety guaranteed?"

"The general is fine, don't worry!"

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