Reborn in the last years of Kangxi

Chapter 696 Betting ([-])
Cao Mansion, front yard, study.

This was originally a guest room in the Cao Mansion, with three upper rooms, two bright and one dark.Two of the Ming rooms were used as a school, and the remaining one was used as the master's office.

Beside Qian Chenqun, there is also an old man who follows him and a boy who waits for pens and inks, living in the wing room.When Cao Zhong saw the two around his master, the old one and the young one, he picked a smart young boy from the family in the mansion to serve him here, which was much more convenient.

Tianyou and Hang Seng held the "Three Character Classic" in their hands and recited them shaking their heads.Besides their brothers Zuo Cheng and Zuo Zhu brothers, Niu Niu was also on the seat.Wearing muslin clothes, with a thin white ribbon tied on his head, looking at the book in his hand, he showed a bit of dignity, without any usual naughtiness.

Qiniang stood outside the window, looking at the scene inside, showing a bit of envy.

Behind the desk in front, sits Master Qian Chenqun.

After listening to the two passages chanted by the students, Qian Chenqun looked at the hourglass on the window sill, closed the "San Zi Jing" in his hand, and said, "Let's stop here today."

After hearing this, the children were full of joy, and stood up and bowed to Qian Chenqun.

When the master returned to the room, a few small heads got together and chattered.

Today is Hang Seng's birthday, so the school only lasts until Weichu (one o'clock in the afternoon), and get out of class ends earlier than usual.

Niu Niu had already stretched out her hand, holding a big purse to Hang Seng, and said, "Here you are."

"Auntie..." Hang Seng took it, tilted his head to look at Niu Niu, and asked, "This is..."

"It's my nephew's birthday, and I have to prepare a gift too. Open it and have a look." Niu Niu said.

Hang Seng opened it as he said, God Bless and the others had already stretched out their heads and surrounded them.

"Dice?" Hang Seng stretched out his small hand and took out one, but it was not the usual dots, but engraved with words.

"This is the full set of "Hundred Surnames". In addition to being able to memorize it, you must also be able to recognize and write it. There are more than 70 dice in total, each with six surnames. Hang Seng, your name is Xiaoxie. An empty bottle, every time you know one, put it in the bottle. Take a few of them every day to play with, so that you can know everything after going back and forth." Niu Niu said with a smile.

"Thank you, aunt..." Hang Seng often felt bored about his poor homework, and was overjoyed to hear this amusing idea.

"Auntie, this is a good idea, is there anything else?" Zuo Zhu looked at Niuniu anxiously and asked.

"Where are there so many? If you want it, tell your brother to see if you can make another pair." Niu Niu said with a smile.

Hang Seng was listening, hesitated for a moment, and said: "Auntie, how about... my nephew and brother Zuozhu are half of each other? I have learned it, and I will change half..."

Niuniu thought for a while, nodded, and said, "Well, that's fine too."

Qiniang waited impatiently outside, lying on the window lattice, said: "Little ancestors, come out quickly, the wife and grandma in the backyard are still waiting."

Then everyone saw her and came out with a smile.

Niuniu hesitated for a moment, then raised her head and asked, "Sister, are my mother and aunt in the house?"

Qiniang nodded and said with a smile: "Here, I'm in the wife's room to discuss with the eldest grandma what to prepare for you in the evening. I can't help. I heard that you are finishing get out of class early today, so I will come to pick you up."

Zuo Cheng raised his head and asked, "Are there any mooncakes to eat? The jujube paste mooncakes given by Aunt Zijing a few days ago, are they delicious?"

Qiniang touched his little face with a smile, and said: "Tomorrow is the Mid-Autumn Festival, do you want to eat something stuffed. Today is Mr. Hang Seng's birthday, chicken, duck and fish. We have prepared a lot."

One and a half children, with a few younger ones, talking and laughing, entered the inner house...

Qian Chenqun was in the east room. Hearing the children's voices go away, and the courtyard gradually returned to silence, he picked up the copybook "Spring and Autumn" and read it.

At this time, I heard footsteps coming from the yard, and a young man reported from the corridor: "Sir, Mr. Jiang is here."

After hearing this, Qian Chenqun hurriedly got up and came out to welcome Jiang Jian in.

Both of them are in Cao's mansion, one is a teacher and the other is an aide. They usually have free time, but they often drink tea and play chess together, and they have some friendship.

"Brother Jiang came back early today?" Qian Chenqun gave up his seat with a smile, and then ordered the servant to make tea.

"Well. After finishing the errands in the yamen, the adults went out to visit, so he told us to come back first." Jiang Jian sat down, glanced at Qian Chenqun, and said, "How did Brother Qian think about the matter that my younger brother mentioned a few days ago?"

Qian Chenqun clasped his fists and said, "Brother Jiang's kindness, Chen Qun appreciated it. Han Chuang has studied hard for many years, but he can still look forward to being on the list, so as to comfort my mother's kindness."

Jiang Jian nodded and said: "Everyone has his own ambitions. Brother Qian has profound knowledge. When he will be named on the gold list, Jiang will be busy."

"Brother Jiang said that, and Chen Qun became more and more ashamed. Speaking of which, Brother Jiang is also a person who can't let go of his papers, why doesn't he want to get promoted through fame?" Qian Chenqun asked, asking doubts in his heart.

Hearing this, Jiang Jian said with a smile: "Whether it's the imperial examination or the donation, it's still for the purpose of becoming an official. What is the purpose of being an official? I studied Buddhism since I was a child, and I learned literature when I was a little older, and entered the curtain when I was a little older. There are all kinds of things in this world. I saw that there are not ten pavilions, but five or six pavilions. Mr. Cao is not a thing in a pool, and there is always a time when his knowledge reaches the world. Jian would rather be by Mr. Cao's side, increase his knowledge, and make a small contribution."

When mentioning Cao Yong, Qian Chenqun felt strange.

Although Cao Yong treats people kindly, he is also polite to him as a teacher.But the more calm you are, the easier it is to feel alienated and unapproachable.

Of course, Qian Chen Qun's self-esteem was also at play here.

As early as the 44th year of Kangxi, during the Kangxi tour to the south, Qian Chenqun was already a well-known young talent in Wujiang.

Kangxi also called him to take part in the imperial examination.He didn't take the test because his mother was sick.

This delay lasted for ten years, and it was not until the 53rd year of Kangxi that he won the Juren.

Today, he is in his thirties and has not yet been admitted to the imperial examination.Cao Yong was too young to be a weak crown, and he was already a third-rank Jingtang.

"Master Cao is a young man, who in the capital doesn't know?" Qian Chenqun said lightly.

Jiang Jian shook his head and said: "It is true that my lord was appointed by his father and grandfather Yu Yin, but he is not a mediocre person. Brother Qian has little contact with the lord, so you will know if you have more contact with him."

Seeing that he had changed his address, Qian Chenqun was full of protection in his words, and he was somewhat curious about Cao Yong...

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Outside the front door, Jiang's residence.

In the courtyard, Jiang Chenxi, the former governor of Shandong and just promoted to the governor of Yunnan and Guizhou, looked at Cao Yong who came to visit, touched his beard with a smile, and said: "Master Cao's arrival really makes the humble house full of glory. The difference is counted." Zai, Mr. Cao has made great progress and has already been ranked in the capital. He is really young and promising, which makes us ashamed."

Cao Yong put down his sleeves, stepped forward, and greeted him.

This was a gift for a subordinate to meet a superior officer. Seeing this, Jiang Chenxi hurriedly made a bow, which was regarded as a half-respect, and allowed Cao Yong to sit in the living room.

Although the two have worked as subordinates for more than a year, because Cao Yong's Daotai Yamen is not in Jinan, the number of times the two have met can be counted with a slap.

On Jiang Chenxi's side, he said: "I really dare not come here as Master Cao, I should have gone to visit Master Cao and your father."

"When Cao was in Shandong, he was taken care of by adults. It's rare for adults to come to Beijing, so he should come to pay his respects." Cao Yong bowed.

Speaking of it, when Jiang Chenxi was promoted to governor, he was only a second rank, if he was added the title of minister, he would be a first rank; Cao Yong and Shuo's son-in-law's identities were equivalent to a first rank military officer.

With Jiang Chenxi's identity, he was half-courted by Cao Yong, and he was already a Canadian.

It's just that Cao Yong is young, and the sky is rising in the past few years, and he is afraid that he will be arrogant, so he deliberately puts on airs.Unexpectedly, Cao Yong's attitude was neither arrogant nor impetuous, and he was still as humble as before.

In Jiang Chenxi's heart, he was already lamenting that Cao Yin taught his son well, and his face was much more relaxed.

Because he was in a hurry to take up his post, he stayed in the capital for a few days, then went to Rehe to wait for His Majesty to see him, and then went directly south after entering the pass.

There are also many relatives and old friends visiting here. Cao Yong didn't just talk for a while, someone came to report and a visitor came.

On Cao Yong's side, when the things arrived and the people arrived, it was considered that the entertainment was over, and he got up and said goodbye.

Jiang Chenxi sent it to the gate in person, and after Cao Yong left, he turned around and went back to entertain the guests.

In addition to the ritual gifts such as crabs and moon cakes, there is also Cheng Yi sent by Cao Yong.

After leaving Jiang's house for a while, Cao Yong reined his horse and asked Zhao Tongdao: "You were at the front just now. Did you hear that some adult came to visit?"

That's why he felt it was wrong. If it was normal, if the housekeeper came to report, he should also name the official.

Seeing the solemn appearance of the housekeeper, the status of the person who came here is not low.

It is also common for governors from other places to come to Beijing and communicate with Beijing officials under the banners of "Fellow Township", "Same Year", and "Lianzong".

"It's shadowy, I heard it's the Minister of the Ministry of War visiting." Zhao Tong replied.

Some governors have the title of Minister of the Ministry of War, but Jiang Chenxi has not yet believed it.For some reason, Cao Yong thought of Brother Fourteen.

The prince is not allowed to make friends with ministers, and the fourteenth elder brother can order people from the Ministry of War.

Thinking of Jiang Chenxi's official voice, Cao Yong smiled.Even if the fourteenth elder brother has painstaking efforts, I'm afraid it will be in vain.

To be able to achieve the status of a governor, whoever is not a human sperm, can be seduced by drawing a big cake.

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Outside the Anding Gate, Prince Yong's Mansion.

The fourth elder brother entered the mansion, according to the old rules, he still came to the study first.

When Dai Jin got the news, he went to the study to report all the news gathered by the sticky pole.

It was nothing more than the clan exchanging gold, the seventeenth elder brother and the seventeenth Fujin went out of the palace to visit Aling's mansion, Jiang Chenxi, the newly promoted governor of Yunnan and Guizhou, arrived in Beijing, and Cao Yong's visit to Jiang's house and so on.

The fourth elder brother heard the news of Ling'ah, his expression was a little deep, and he said: "How's the 'illness'? Why does the old seventeen want to go to visit the sick?"

"Ah Ling'er, someone sent a message to the palace. It is said that because of his longing for a daughter, the seventeenth elder brother and the concubine De concubine asked for an order before taking Fujin out of the palace." Dai Jin leaned over and told the details.

The fourth elder brother sneered twice, and said: "Keep an eye on it, Huang Ama's gift of meat has also aroused their uneasiness, and they don't know what troubles are going to happen."

Dai Jin agreed, thinking of something, and said: "Master, in the past few days, the number of people who came to give gifts for the Mid-Autumn Festival has increased by a few percent compared to the past. Several civil and military officials who originally supported the eighth prince also sent gifts here. It turns out that those The ones that are often given as gifts are much heavier than the previous ones."

"They are casting a net. If they want to come to the third elder brother, they will also send it." The fourth elder brother replied.

"That's true. Not only the third elder brother and the master, but also the fourteenth master, there are many officials who are filial." Dai Jin said.

"How about the others?" The fourth elder brother frowned upon hearing this.

Dai Jin replied: "Among the remaining elder brothers, only Brother Jiu's residence has stricter etiquette. Everyone knows Brother Jiu's temper and dare not provoke him."

Speaking of this, he paused, and said: "Master, besides the ceremony, there are also several adults who have the intention of testing and want to worship under the master."

The fourth elder brother waved his hand and said: "It's all scumbags, who cares? If Lao Ba had really capable people, he wouldn't end up like this today. No one will be accepted."

For the eighth elder brother's complete loss of power, the fourth elder brother said in his heart that he didn't gloat, it would be a lie, but he still felt a little uneasy.

The storage position is like a sharp knife, which has already ruined the future of several princes.If there is any change in the officials, which arouses the fear of the emperor, then... Thinking of this, the fourth elder brother couldn't help but shudder.

"In the future, put up a sign. This king wants to practice Zen and will not entertain guests in the mansion. If there is something to visit, let him go to the yamen to talk; those who have nothing to say hello to, just send them away." The fourth elder brother thought for a while, and ordered road.

Dai Jin agreed, and the fourth elder brother remembered something and said, "Is there any change in the Cao family's mid-autumn ceremony this year?"

Dai Jindao: "The gift list is still similar to last year, but there are a few decorations, which are replaced by Western items, which are not common in Beijing. Speaking of which, it is the first time for the Sun family to send gifts, and Sun Jue, the son of Sun Wenchang, personally sent them today. "

The fourth elder brother listened to the front, his expression was relieved, but when he heard the Sun's family, he lowered his face and said: "Is Sun Wencheng impatient with Hangzhou weaving, and still make his children walk around in Beijing?"

Dai Jin replied: "My lord, this servant doesn't look like what Sun Wencheng meant. I have asked people to inquire. Except for this mansion, Sun Jue has sent filial piety to Pingjun Wangfu and Chunjun Wangfu. It seems that I want to With the help of the Cao family's relationship, he clings to the powerful."

The fourth elder brother felt a little bit more disdainful, and said: "Where is the thirteenth elder brother? Have you paid your respects yet?"

Dai Jin shook his head and said: "There are several companies, just pull down the Thirteenth Lord."

The fourth elder brother couldn't hide his disgust when he heard the words, and said: "A villain with eyes but no eyes...don't worry about it..."

*
Cao Mansion, Orchid Courtyard, Shang Fang.

Because it was Hang Seng's birthday, besides Li's mother-in-law and daughter-in-law, sisters Zijing, Tian and Lianqiu were also there.

Cao Yong has already returned to the mansion, and after changing clothes, he went to Lanyuan to talk.When Hang Seng saw his father, he proudly presented the purse that Niuniu had given him.

Cao Yong picked up a dice with a smile and looked at it, and recognized Mr. Zhuang's handwriting on it, and the smile on his face froze.

When Mr. Zhuang engraved these with his own hands, Cao Yong also saw them and lamented that his father was careful.

This is not an ordinary thing, with Mr. Zhuang's loving heart.

It's just that Niuniu is young now, and she doesn't know how valuable her father's relics are.

Cao Yong sighed in his heart, and told Hang Seng: "use it well, don't throw it away, and return it to aunt after you learn it well."

Although Hang Seng didn't know why his father ordered him like this, he had always been obedient, nodded his head, and obediently complied...

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