Reborn in the last years of Kangxi

Chapter 193
Qianqing Palace, Dongnuan Pavilion.

Kangxi was wearing ordinary clothes, sitting on the kang, looking at Cao Yong kneeling on the ground, with an unpredictable expression on his face.After a while, Fang asked, "Your father didn't know about the release?"

Because Kangxi didn't call out, Cao Yong could only kneel and reply: "If you go back to the Lord Long Live, it's my own opinion. My father... If my father knows it, he should not follow it!"

It was silent again, and Cao Yong felt that his legs were going to kneel and numb, and then he heard Kangxi screaming.

Although in the past two years, Cao Yong has also met Kangxi several times in this way, but the atmosphere this time is quite different from before.

"Transfer you to the Ministry of Household Affairs. I want to train you. I want you to study for a few years because you are still young. I have seen what you have done in the past year. Although you have not achieved much , but the most important thing is to be steadfast and cautious, and you have not shamed me and your father!" Kangxi's voice was a little lonely.

Cao Yong felt sad when he heard it, Kangxi's haggard look was the same as that of Cao Yin two years ago, he was tired, not only physically tired, but also mentally tired.Thinking of Cao Yin, who was also old, Cao Yong couldn't help but feel some sympathy for Kangxi.

After a pause, Kangxi said again: "The fourth elder brother has reported to me carefully about the epidemic this summer, but you have made great contributions! This merit is not rewarded, have you ever complained to me because you feel wronged?"

Although Kangxi asked gently, Cao Yong's heart trembled when he heard it. The old man was suspicious and uneasy because of the prince's affairs, so he couldn't commit the taboo of "resentment".At this time, the emphasis is on "thunder, rain and dew are all the grace of the king". Even if you have made some great contributions, if you dare to "resent you in your heart", it will not be good, but it will be a catastrophe.

Cao Yong hurriedly bowed his head and said that those were all his own affairs, and he dared not take credit.

"Oh, don't you dare to take the credit?" Kangxi pondered, looking at Cao Yong with more inquiring eyes: "Then according to what you say, the credit is all due to the fourth elder brother?"

Just as Cao Yong wanted to answer "yes", his heart moved, and he replied: "Lord Yong has indeed worked hard, but according to my little minister, the adults in Shuntian Mansion Yamen, Infantry Army Yamen, Internal Affairs Office and other places also fulfill their duties and work hard all day long." Hard work; the yamen soldiers in the yamen are all loyal to the emperor and patriotic, regardless of their own safety, rushing to prevent the epidemic, which is admirable."

Kangxi nodded and asked Cao Yong: "Is there no one else?"

Several human heads hanging in front of Desheng Gate suddenly flashed in Cao Yong's mind, and he said without hesitation: "There is one more person..." As soon as he said this, he felt that something was wrong, and it was not something he could interject!But thinking of the thirteenth elder brother's current desolation and depression, Cao Yong still couldn't help but continue to say: "He used thunderous means to control the crisis, so that the epidemic is contained in Beijing at this time, it is really the imperial court and the community!"

After Cao Yong finished speaking in one breath, he felt a lot more comfortable. Although he thought that he would inevitably receive a few reprimands and even Kangxi's anger, he did not regret it.In his heart, he greatly appreciates Brother Thirteen, a loyal person who does not use power and tactics, and it is a joy that has not been seen in a long time to be able to express his feelings directly.

"Hehe!" Kangxi did not lower his face to scold him as he imagined, but laughed out loud: "In the past two years, you have never been willing to take an extra step or say one more word. I still think you have no vigor, now listen to you With such a blunt statement, I really don’t know whether to praise you for your progress, or reprimand you for being troublesome!”

Sweat dripped slightly from Cao Yong's forehead. He didn't know whether the old man meant it literally or meant something else, so he was speechless for a moment.

Kangxi saw his uneasiness and embarrassment, thinking that he was worried about the thirteenth elder brother and wanted to plead for the thirteenth elder brother, so he waved his hand and said: "There is no need to say more about the thirteenth elder brother. Royal father, think about it yourself!" Having said this, his tone became more solemn: "You are not an outsider, and I am relieved to see you getting close to the princes, but you must keep your duty in mind, and don't think about it. Which elder brother is attached to the party, give birth to some other thoughts!"

As soon as the word "Dangfu" came out clearly, Cao Yong already knew it in his heart. Now that the old man was stimulated by the fact that the prince formed a clique, he was a little suspicious and suspicious. Taught by his father when he was young, he only had the four words "loyal to the emperor and patriotic" in his heart, and he would never learn from those who are unfaithful and unrighteous, and live up to the grace of God.

After showing his "loyalty", Cao Yong himself would vomit, but the effect was very good.He took a peek at Kangxi, although the gloom could not be said to have completely dissipated on his face, but there was a faint smile on his face, as if he was very relieved.

For some reason, Cao Yong suddenly came up with a very absurd idea, that is, the saying "old child, small child".Kangxi is getting older, and his speech and deeds are quite different from the previous two years. Does it mean "old child"?
It's just that the old people of ordinary families have a "old boy" temper, so naturally their sons and grandsons respectfully obey them, and their wives remind them.As the Ninth Five-Year Lord, no matter if he is a concubine in the harem or a prince or grandson, they are all his subjects.Even among them, there are many people who treat him sincerely, and they are more respectful than close.

"This is the first time you have asked me for your own sake, and I will obey you, as a reward for your contribution to the epidemic!" Kangxi said.

If Cao Yong heard the sound of nature, he quickly thanked him.

Kangxi got off the kang, walked to the desk, picked up a pen, wrote two words, and then said to Cao Yong: "It is said that the child has grown up. Parents and relatives should not keep him under their wings. They should let him go. He went out to practice and practice before he can become a talent. You have been at home since you were young, and I have been taking care of you in the capital for the past two years, but you will have to rely on yourself in the future! I have already thought about your words when you are crowned, this time you Going to a place to be an officer, it will be more convenient to communicate and socialize with words!" After speaking, he ordered Wei Zhu to hand over the scroll that was written by Yu Cai just now to Cao Yong.

Cao Yong first thanked him, and then took it with both hands. Although he was full of curiosity about what word Kangxi gave him, but because of the imperial rules, he didn't ask to open it, so he could only bear it.

Kangxi put down his pen, and said: "I have already issued the decree from the Ministry of Officials, so you can rest assured and prepare to go to the post." At this point, he seemed to have a little curiosity suddenly, and asked: "I am asking you, have you thought about it?" , What is the first thing you want to do after taking office?"

Cao Yong was stunned for a moment, until Kangxi's face became darker and darker, Fang whispered truthfully: "I think about it, please take half a month's leave first, and take the princess back to Jiangning to visit my parents!"

This answer was beyond Kangxi's expectation. He originally thought that Cao Yong wanted to take a foreign post, and he chose a vacancy corresponding to the Ministry of Household Affairs. Naturally, he wanted to make contributions and make a big difference.Unexpectedly, tracing back to the source is just such a reason.

He shook his head, feeling a little jealous in his heart, and said to Cao Yong in a dispirited manner: "Because it's cold and freezing, I still want to keep you for two months, and let you go to the post in the spring; since you are homesick, Then explain the errands at hand, go back to Jiangning for the New Year first, and then go to work after the year!"

In addition to finding the job I wanted, it was a surprise to have more family leave.Until the palace gate, Cao Yong's face is still full of smiles.

Cao Yong thought in his heart, today is the [-]th day of the [-]th month, and it would be easier to talk about the errands of the household department, just let Fu Xiangong take over directly, and it can be completed in a day or two.The affairs of the capital's government, because they are not on duty immediately, can be entrusted to Mr. Zhuang and Zijing to take care of them slowly, and take Chuyu by themselves to go back to Jiangning and meet up in Yizhou after the year.The rest are relatives and friends in the capital.

Because of the urgency in his heart, Cao Yong was not in the mood to go to the household department. He sent someone to ask for leave, and returned home quickly, wanting to tell everyone the good news.

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Cao Mansion, study room.

"It's done?" Mr. Zhuang's hand holding the cup trembled slightly, and he almost couldn't hold it steady. He hurriedly put it on the small table, and asked again: "It's really done? What does Long Live say?"

Cao Yong said with a smile: "It is said that it is a reward for all the credit for the epidemic at that time! I am also allowed to take up the post after the next year, and return to Jiangning to visit relatives before the year!"

Mr. Zhuang's face was also full of joy, he stroked his beard, and said with a smile: "This is very appropriate. Yong'er is going to go to a foreign post, and there is no one below. Master Jiang Ning may be able to recommend two suitable staff members. !"

Cao Yong shook his head and said: "Mr. is here, these are secondary. The key is that it will only be more than forty days until the end of the year. Now that the waterway is impassable and the land is bumpy, it may take more time. These few days, I will finish the matter in the capital, and go back to Jiangning with Chu Yu first!"

Mr. Zhuang nodded: "It's good to go on the road as soon as possible, but there are still visits to various places in the capital. You will come back one day, and these human relations cannot fade away. Besides, since you are going to a foreign post, you need them to take care of you in the capital. There are many places!"

Cao Yong knew that what Mr. Zhuang said was reasonable, and he counted the people who were going to pay a farewell call in his heart, and suddenly felt a headache. It would take ten and a half months if this went on.It seems that they can only visit a few mansions a day, do not leave a banquet, and meet roughly.

Suddenly, he remembered the words given by Kangxi. Because he was so happy just now, he stuffed it in his waist and didn't read it, so he quickly pulled it out and opened it.

"'Furuo', these two characters come from the "Book of Changes" 'Washing is not recommended, there is Fu Yongruo'. Hehe, it seems that the Long Live God is indeed very kind to Yong'er. The children of this dynasty, father and son, two generations, Or there are many grandparents and grandchildren who have been officials in the same dynasty, how many people like Yong'er can be taken care of by the Long Live Lord?" Mr. Zhuang said with a smile while looking at the imperial handwriting in front of him.

Cao Yong is a bit dumbfounded. He has been in this world for ten years, and nine of them have been studying. He has also read the "Book of Changes" through. For major events such as sacrifices, although he shows piety, he only washes his hands and does not pay tribute; he seems to admire those people and things that keep their promises, but he does not learn to do them.However, if it is the other way around, it also means being cautious in dealing with things, not blindly following the trend, or echoing what others say.

Nowadays, people are addressing people by characters, but now that there are more characters, he will be called "Brother Fu Ruo" or "Brother Fu Ruo" or "Nephew Fu Ruo". Yes, [-]% not used to it.

In the next few days, Cao Yong traveled around non-stop, except for the errands handed over to the household department, he was busy calling on relatives and friends to say goodbye.Needless to say, Pingjun Palace, Chunjun Palace, Jueluo Family, Zhaojia Family, Wanyan Family, Ningchun Family, Ma Shilang Family, Sun Family, etc., there are also Prince Yong's House, Shisan House, Fuguo Gong Efei's House , Uncle Fucha's family.At the beginning, the officials and colleagues in the guard camp and the officials and colleagues of the household department also visited several families.

Regarding Cao Yong's going to be released, the government reacted differently, like the seventh prince and Pingjun Wang, because they had heard Cao Yong mention it before, although they did not object, but they did not expect it to be so fast.The seventh elder brother originally chose Cao Yong who was in Beijing mainly because he was reluctant to let his daughter marry far away. He originally hoped that they would stay in Beijing for a longer time. Who knew that Cao Yong would be released so soon. Speaking of which, he is very satisfied with this son-in-law, and this release is also a kindness from the top, so he didn't have any more awkwardness, and only repeatedly asked to pay attention to some of them.

The Hongshu brothers had a very good relationship with Chuyu in the early years, and later became very close to Cao Yong and Cao Song. When they heard that Cao Yong was released, they were all reluctant to part, and they ran to Cao's mansion more diligently.

On the side of Pingjun Palace, Naersu is in favor of Cao Yong leaving Beijing. Firstly, he will not be tied up in Beijing. Secondly, his political sense is also extremely sensitive, and he is not completely unaware of the upcoming turmoil. At this moment It might be a blessing for my brother-in-law to go out of Beijing.

On the other hand, Prince Ping Fujin Cao Jia was reluctant to let his brother go out. Hearing that his brother and his sister-in-law were going back to Jiangning to visit their relatives, they immediately prepared an annual gift for their parents, so they wanted to urge them to leave Beijing as soon as possible, so that they could spend more time with their parents. Wait some time.The eldest elder brother, Fu Peng, is four years old and has started playing with a small bow and arrow; the fourth elder brother, Fuxiu, is over two years old and runs around everywhere. She has become a mother, and she knows the kindness of her parents better, and she very much hopes that her brother can do more for herself. Filial piety.

Last month, Baoya was accused of marrying a county king of the Horqin tribe, the queen mother's natal family, and she will marry next year.Now it's not easy to come out to meet people, and those who are familiar with Cao Yong don't have to shy away from it so much, so sit with my sister-in-law.Although she is still smiling like in the past, but maybe because of her age, she no longer chirps, and she looks a bit like a lady.

In the end, they were sisters. Cao Yi's reaction was similar to that of Ping Wang Fujin. Although he was reluctant to part with his brother and sister-in-law, he was even more happy for them to return home to visit their relatives.Prepared a lot of New Year gifts for everyone in Jiangning Mansion, although not as generous as that of Ping Wang Mansion, but it took a lot of effort to prepare, and filial piety is generally the same.

(End of this chapter)