Reborn in the last years of Kangxi

Chapter 869 Rise
Cao Yong was thinking about rushing back to the capital for the Mid-Autumn Festival, so he didn't stay in Jiangning much.

Although he can take care of these children, they are different from Zuo Zhu and Zuo Cheng.Although they don't have a aunt, and their father's life and death are uncertain, they still have a grandfather, grandmother, and three uncles.

Cao Yong came here on a special trip, just to express his attitude in front of Wei Ren. These nephews and nieces are not "orphans", and Cao Yong is behind him.

Tell Wei Ren that he holds the dowry money of the five Wenjie brothers and sisters in his hand, and also tell him that Cao Yong will miss these children until they grow up.

The matter of marriage in the future is not in the hands of the Wei family.

It's not that Cao Yong is bullying others, it's just that he is worried about the "virtuous" grandma of the Wei family, and he is afraid that a few children will be wronged.

As for wanting to bring Wenjie back to the capital, it is because he is the eldest son. Cao Yong wants to bring him to the capital for a few years of experience, to see if he can arrange a future or something.

However, this child sticks to the way of filial piety, and is also a down-to-earth, with the demeanor of an elder brother, so Cao Yong has nothing to worry about.

Before leaving, he asked Wei Ren to arrange a meeting with Guiniang, leaving behind 2000 taels of silver.Even if Wei Ren knew how to be ashamed, he wanted to treat his nephews kindly, after all, he was a man, and there were always things that he couldn't take care of.

In order to rush back to the capital before the Mid-Autumn Festival, when Cao Yong passed by Yangzhou, he only rested for one night and did not stay long.

Cao Yi, on the other hand, has been with Zhang Ying, the housekeeper of the Cheng family, for the past six months, and has developed some friendship.From Guangzhou to Jiangning, the Hualou brothel left the footprints of the two "prostitute friends".

Two people in their 40s almost had to change posts to become sworn brothers.

Even on this night in Yangzhou, Cao Yi was not idle, and the two went out for a leisurely night.

Cao Yong remembered Li Wei's embarrassment in his early years and couldn't help but worry about Cao Yi.After all, the willow disease at this time is still a difficult and miscellaneous disease, and it is not so easy to look at.

But this is Cao Yi's private matter. When he is usually on duty, he is really good at his hands.It is not appropriate for Cao Yong to say more.

He didn't say much, but he was a little wary of Zhang Ying.

Cao Jia and Cao Yi have different identities. They are old people left by Cao Yin to his son. They were enshrined in the mansion before Cao Yin was alive, and they are not ordinary servants.They are treated better, they are not burdened by family members, and it is not unusual for them to have more money.

Zhang Ying is different, he is the son-in-law, and he heard that he was excluded in the yamen in his early years, so he came out to join the Cheng family.

Now I go out with my master, but I often don't see anyone, what's the matter?
Think about the road from Guangzhou to Jiangning, and you have encountered a few gangs of trail-cutters.Zhang Ying's attack was fierce, not inferior to Cao Yi.Others have a sense of propriety when they make moves, but for the two of them, if they make moves, they will die or be disabled.

Cao Yi's behavior is justifiable, because Zhang Ying was a member of the yamen before.

It doesn't matter if you pay attention, even Cao Yi can see something different by the way.

According to common sense, both Cao Yi and Zhang Ying are alcoholic and lustful people, with insufficient blood, blue eye sockets, and weak footsteps, all of which are minor.Let's just say that this lustful person is treacherous in his bones, and his eyes are not right when he sees young girls and daughter-in-laws.

Zhang Ying had this problem to some extent. He looked tall and strong, but his complexion was not good, and his eyes were cloudy, making him uncomfortable.

Cheng Mengxing himself is a romantic talent, so he won't take these things to heart.Zhang Ying is in charge of the outer house, and he expects the Cheng family to eat, and he will not think of offending the people in the inner house, it has nothing to do with it.

Cao Yong is different, Cao Jia and Cao Yi are two personal guards for him.

Although it can't be said that they guard day and night, but in critical times, it is common for the two of them to guard the roof of Wutong Garden at night.

If Cao Yi was really so obscene and wretched, how could Cao Yong stay by his side?

I always feel that something is wrong with Cao Yi.He was a little too close to Zhang Ying. In the past six or seven years by Cao Yong's side, he had always been cold and independent. Except for being more patient when teaching Fang Qiniang in the early years, it was the first time he was so close to others.

Cao Yong is not a suspicious person, otherwise how will he hand over his safety to Cao Jia and Cao Yi in the future.

On the day of leaving Yangzhou, after staying at the post station, Cao Yong called Cao Jia and Cao Yi to talk in the room.

He didn't hesitate, and asked directly: "Second master, is there something wrong with Zhang Ying?"

Hearing Cao Yong's questioning, Cao Yi was taken aback for a moment, glanced at Cao Jia, forced a smile and said, "Why did you think of asking him?"

Cao Yong looked at Cao Yi, then at Cao Jia, and said: "If this person has any grievances with the two priests, Cao will do his best; It won't be too much trouble."

He spoke bluntly, but Cao Yi felt a little embarrassed, "Hey hey" said twice: "It's not about any grievances, it's just that a few old friends lost their news, and they have something to do with this Zhang Ying. Thinking about it Mixing together, when drinking too much, it’s good to come up with a sentence or two that are useful. Unexpectedly, this kid is a character. These days, he has not let go of his teeth, and he has tried every means to inquire about the news of the uncle. But I don’t know who is the master behind it. It won't be the Hanlin master who only knows how to drink wine and recite poems."

Cao Yong was a little surprised to see that he was involved.

Thinking of this, Cao Yong couldn't help asking one more question, "Is Second Master's old friend from Fujian?"

After hearing this, Cao Yi froze the smile on his face, nodded for a while, and said, "It's indeed in Fuzhou."

He looked a little puzzled, then calmed down, and said with a smile: "How did you guess it? Do you know that Zhang Ying is from Fujian?"

Cao Yong nodded, looking at Cao Jia and Cao B, his mind was running fast.

Not only because Zhang Ying is from Fujian, but also because Fang Qiniang is also from Fujian.After Cao Yi got along with them for a long time, he unintentionally revealed his Min accent.Even if Cao Yi is not from Fujian, he has lived in Fujian.

Where is Fujian?After the establishment of the Qing Dynasty, it was the place with the most adherents of the former dynasty, and the happiest place for anti-Qing and Ming Dynasty riots.

With his father's cautious and loyal temperament, it is impossible for him to surround himself with people who have the idea of ​​"anti-Qing and restoring the Ming" in his heart, and then entrust his son's safety to these people.

Cao Yong hesitated, wondering if he should ask some words.

Chaos makes people uncomfortable, but knowing more may not be a good thing.Besides, if it was really a private matter that Cao Yi didn't want to disclose, it would be annoying to ask him rashly.

Seeing Cao Yong frown slightly, Cao Jia took a step forward and said: "Don't worry, my brother, although our brothers lived in Fujian in the early years, there is nothing to hide. The boss knew this before his life, and the one in Miyagi also knew it." know."

He has been by Cao Yong's side for several years, and he also has a bit of a temperament to deal with Cao Yong.
Cao Yong listened, nodded, and said: "I know. If the two masters are useful to Cao, you are welcome. These years, I have relied on a few masters to protect and protect. If it is within the ability, Cao Do your best."

When Cao Jia and Cao Yi went out, Cao Yong felt a little uncomfortable.

Although I have thought about the identities of the four Cao Jia for a long time, maybe they belong to the emperor, but I still feel uncomfortable telling Cao Jia with my own ears.

Well, that's fine too.

Cao Yong went to bed, thinking sullenly.The emperor knows everything, and saves others from slandering him.Besides, Kangxi may not have the leisure time to care about the eating and drinking of the little courtiers.

After thinking about it, Cao Jia and Cao Yi's temperament may be like eyeliner.

All these years, thanks to their guarding by his side, he was at peace.It's better to be kind, just look at the good...

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In Cao Jia's room, Cao Yi showed doubts on his face, and said: "Brother, why did you leave the palace in front of the uncle? We are not the emperor's servants, but we returned to the Cao family to repay Lord Cao's kindness. If the uncle misunderstood , and the days to come will be awkward."

Cao Jia smiled slightly and said, "You think the uncle can't tolerate people?"

"That's not true, it's just that no one is happy to have eyeliners around. It's just... After all these years, there is some affection, and they are alienated for no reason. It's really uncomfortable." Cao Yi muttered.

"Master will not alienate us." Cao Jia said lightly.

"Huh?" Cao Yi was a little curious, rolled his eyes a few times, and said, "Is it because you care too much, because you are afraid that the man in the palace will be overwhelmed? Or are you reluctant to part with the friendship for many years, so you won't blame us for this?"

"Maybe I have both, anyway, the uncle is not someone who is easy to lose his face." Cao Jia said.

Cao Yi became more confused when he heard this, and said: "Since that's the case, what is the big brother doing to scare him? It makes him suspicious, and it always makes people feel uncomfortable."

"It's already August now." Cao Jia stood in front of the window and said, "He's going to be a filial piety in four months. Based on his previous resume and achievements, this time he will be a prominent position. In the future, his identity It will only become more and more prominent, and there will be more and more people waiting to catch his pigtails. Otherwise, he will learn to be open in everything, or...he will hide you and me...the days in the future will be easier ..."

After Cao Yi heard this, he looked at Cao Jia as if he was looking at a monster.

The two brothers have known each other for most of their lives, when did he ever worry about others.

The corners of Cao Yi's mouth twitched a little, and he went through the past few years in his mind, but he couldn't think of Cao Yong's actions to buy people's hearts...

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Suzhou, Weaving Mansion, Study Room.

Looking at the pale grandson, Li Xu showed a bit of unbearable expression on his face, and said, "Have you prepared all the things you need to bring? This trip will take more than a month, and you will have to suffer a lot. You child, you are too stubborn. "

Li Cheng is already 13 years old, he looks half a head taller than last year, his face has faded from the youthfulness of a child, and he has the appearance of a refined teenager.

"Mother has already prepared everything. Grandfather doesn't have to worry about his grandson, he just needs to take good care of himself." Li Cheng replied with a bow.

"You're only thirteen, so it's still early. You don't have to think too much about it, just take it as a gain of knowledge and prepare for the next subject." Seeing Li Cheng's face tense, Li Xu was afraid that he would think too much. Many, said.

The fist in Li Cheng's sleeve was clenched tightly.

Are you really not in a hurry?Father can't fill the vacancy, and grandpa seems to be just a weaving house for the elderly.

For more than 30 years in the south of the Yangtze River, the deficit of the Li family was not paid off by going bankrupt.

The well-known "cousin" of the Cao family was the one who helped the Cao family's "uncle" repay the shortfall when he was a teenager.

Li Cheng felt a little sad in his heart.

Thinking of returning from the capital in despair last year, his heart was on fire.Since the father can't fill the vacancy, he will go to the Juren examination.

The son of the Nian family passed the exam at the age of 12, and the fifth cousin of the Cao family also passed the exam in his teens. He himself is thirteen this year.

It's just a good idea, but the days are a little rushed.

He originally planned to go to the capital in July to take the Shuntian Prefecture Examination, but he did not expect to suffer from a serious illness and delay until now.

Now, I can only rush to the capital while dragging my recovering body.

Li Xu originally wanted Li Nai to send his son to take the exam, but in July Li Cheng became seriously ill and was unable to go on the road, so Li Nai went to Rehe to pay his respects on behalf of his father, and is now in Rehe.

In the end, it was arranged for Li Cheng's brother-in-law Li Yu to send him to Beijing.

Although Li Cheng felt that he was not a child and was unnecessary, he couldn't stand his grandfather's majesty and obeyed honestly.

When Li Cheng saw his grandfather, he went to the inner house to bid farewell to the elders.

Mrs. Wen has been a little confused since last year, and she usually doesn't recognize anyone.Seeing this, Mrs. Gao moved over to serve her closely. After all, she is only seventy years old, and she has grown old even after being tired.

Hearing that Li Cheng was going on a long trip, Wen Taijun was babbling, and no one else could understand what she said.

Gao Taijun leaned over, leaned close to her mouth and listened for a while, then smiled and said to Li Cheng: "The old lady said that the chestnut cakes in the capital are delicious, so she asked you to bring them back."

Li Cheng and his great-grandmother had a mediocre relationship, but because he grew up beside Gao Taijun, he was very attached to Gao Taijun. Seeing that Gao Taijun's hair was gray, he pulled her sleeve and said, "Even if the old lady is not comfortable, there are maids and wives. Waiting. If the grandparents are also tired and sick, the old lady can't feel at ease on the sick bed."

Seeing his pale face, Mrs. Gao touched his arm, which looked skinny and distressed, and said, "Brother Cheng, you are recovering from your illness. How can you travel far away? Do you want me to tell your grandfather, Tell others to replace you?"

Li Cheng shook his head, and said, "Mother Zu, it's my great-grandson who wants to go out and see it. But after more than a month, I will be back in September, and I will spend the Double Ninth Festival with Mrs. Zu."

Seeing his sensible appearance, Mrs. Gao gave a few careful instructions before letting go...

*
Capital City, Thirteenth Elder Brother's Mansion, living room.

Looking at the handsome young man in front of him, Brother Thirteen was taken aback, and said with a smile, "What wind brought you here?"

"My slave, Nianxi, has met the Thirteenth Master, please greet the Thirteenth Master." The man flicked his sleeves and greeted Da An.

Thirteenth elder brother saw it, but felt strange, raised his eyebrows, and said: "Did the sun come out from the west this day, or did you change people in your shell, why are you still doing this with me?"

Nian Xi, the direct son of Nian Gengyao, the governor of Sichuan, and the nephew of the fourth elder brother, has been raised in the fourth elder brother's mansion for many years.In the past two years, because of his father's promotion and taboos, he moved out of Si Age's residence.

Thirteenth elder brother has known him for a long time, although he can't understand his father's aloofness, he still treats Nian Xi as his nephew.

Now, seeing him coming to pay his respects solemnly, Elder Thirteen felt a little murmured in his heart.

"There is a difference between superiority and inferiority, etiquette cannot be discarded." Nian Xi held back for a long time before saying this.

Brother Thirteen heard this, he couldn't help laughing and said: "Since you are keeping the etiquette, why did your lord remember this place?"

Nianxi is not very old, he has just passed the weak crown year, but he is the Juren of Kangxi for 50 years.In the middle of the examination, he made up the official position, but he was young and had no real vacancies. He only made up a job in the Yushi Yamen two years ago.

According to the rules, he is also considered a courtier.Courtiers, civil and military officials are not allowed to make friends with the prince's elder brother, so he is also exceeding the etiquette today...

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On the 21st, let us mourn in silence. .

(End of this chapter)