Chapter 223 Xu Jingzong
The Eastern Palace.
Li Chengqian leisurely returned to the Eastern Palace.
Wei Shuyu became his personal tutor.
Wei Zheng stopped finding fault with himself.
During today's morning assembly, he even praised himself.
Don't underestimate this sentence; to be praised by Lao Wei is an absolute honor.
Let me ask you...
Does Father Emperor have this blessing?
No!
Li Chengqian was in a good mood.
The only thing that bothers me is...
Three days have passed, and Wei Shuyu has still not come to the East Palace.
Even though it's just a nominal, sinecure, you should at least come and report for duty.
That's so disrespectful!
"Your Highness, something has happened."
Just then, Du He rushed over.
"What is it?"
Li Chengqian responded with a single sentence.
Du He may not be very talented, but he is very loyal!
"Wei Shuyu boarded the King of Wei's carriage!"
Du Hezhan began his meticulous speculation: "I believe that the King of Wei wants to win over Wei Shuyu."
"What?"
Li Chengqian was greatly alarmed.
They also started to imagine the rest...
Qingque was praised by Wei Zheng at the morning court session today, and she was definitely not satisfied, so she went to win over Wei Shuyu.
no.
I had to stop him.
"Where is Your Highness going?"
Seeing Li Chengqian leave in a hurry, Du He couldn't help but ask.
"Find my father, leave the palace!"
The tragic Li Chengqian had to ask permission every time he left the palace.
...
Wu Yun Ge.
The two were surrounded by the sons of military officers.
To prevent the Imperial Academy from causing trouble, almost all the sons of military officers came.
Upon closer inspection...
There were at least several hundred people!
The Imperial College had high admission requirements; each noble family was only allowed one child to study there.
The academies for military officers were different.
There is no limit to the number of places available.
"Wang Fatan, if you know what's good for you, release us!"
Choi Shin-ki remains stubborn.
They're just a few hundred sons of military officers.
We're not afraid!
"Still dare to talk back?"
Cheng Huailiang stepped forward and slapped Choi Shin-ki's mouth: "You're already spitting air, and you're still so dishonest?"
That's right.
Cheng Huailiang is here again.
With all the sons of military officers mobilized, he felt confident that he was invincible again!
"Godbase, Remains, we're here..."
The Imperial College's army, armed with bricks and clubs, charged in.
"Ha ha……"
Choi Shin-ki laughed loudly: "My Imperial Academy army has arrived! You're finished!"
result……
Ping-ping-pong-pong.
Before long, the thirty-odd Imperial Academy troops were routed.
One by one, they put their hands behind their heads and squatted in the corner.
Those who dared to fight back were beaten black and blue.
Those who were timid surrendered immediately, squatting down with remarkable speed.
"..."
Choi Shin-ki is numb.
That's too fragile.
"Ha ha……"
Cheng Huailiang and his gang laughed wildly: "Thirty-odd little brats, dare to challenge us?"
"Choi Shin-ki, Choi Shin-ki, I think your brain really isn't working properly!"
Choi Shin-ki's expression changed several times.
"Huailiang, take his pants off and flick his penis!"
Li Siwen suddenly stood up, pointed at the crotches of the two men, and shouted, "Sprinkle some rice vinegar, pour in some cooking wine, and add some scallions, ginger, and garlic!"
I'll f*** your mother!
You're even better at having fun than me!
Choi Shin-ki's eyes widened, as if he had discovered a new continent of pranks.
However, Cheng Huailiang hesitated when faced with Li Siwen's question.
It's okay to beat them up.
I'm used to beating people anyway.
Choi Shin-ki is at least related to his family in some way.
Going too far won't do.
Choi Shin-ki is the eldest son of the Choi family and represents the family's reputation.
If we do that...
Choi Shin-ki is absolutely not fit to be the head of the Choi family!
In return, Cui Yixuan will seek revenge madly because of this!
"Alright..."
Li Chongyi intervened, saying, "The most important thing now is to open the business; we can talk about everything else later."
These words were spoken.
Everyone nodded in agreement.
Wei Shuyu was auctioning off a folding fan made by a talented scholar, which attracted nothing more than a few women.
The items auctioned by Wu Yun Ge were folding fans belonging to several high-ranking officials!
The original works are for people to appreciate.
The rubbings are sold.
This doesn't just attract wealthy young women, but also truly high-ranking officials, nobles, and wealthy merchants!
"Ladies and gentlemen, the opening of Wu Yun Pavilion will certainly not disappoint you!"
"To ensure that all items sold in this store are genuine..."
"We have specially invited one of the eighteen scholars!"
"today……"
"He will be performing calligraphy and painting on the spot, and auctioning them off immediately!"
Li Chongyi's words immediately attracted everyone's attention.
One of the eighteen scholars.
Who could it be?
Many people began to whisper among themselves...
Seeing that the people were interested, Li Chongyi nodded in satisfaction and immediately stopped keeping them in suspense, beginning to announce...
"Now let us welcome, Grand Secretary Xu Jingzong!"
Oh, Xu Jingzong...
The people were somewhat disheartened.
In his earlier years, Xu Jingzong may have been quite famous.
but……
It's not that you don't know the value of goods, it's that you're afraid of comparing them!
When Wei Zheng joined Wagang, he and Xu Jingzong were jointly in charge of documents.
But what about now?
Wei Zheng was appointed as a Chamberlain, becoming the prime minister.
Xu Jingzong was still writing and painting at the Hongwen Academy...
Just like Chu Suiliang back then, he was a nobody!
"Gentlemen, please do not underestimate Grand Secretary Xu. Just three days ago at the court assembly..."
"Xu Jingzong has been appointed as a compiler of historical records and concurrently as a drafter of national history. He has also been promoted to a secretary in the Imperial Secretariat!"
Wow.
This caused quite a stir among the onlookers.
The title of "Zhu Zuo Lang" refers to a historian who was in charge of compiling the national history.
Such people are destined to be remembered in history.
His original works are definitely worth their value!
There was also the position of Zhongshu Sheren, who drafted and wrote for the emperor. This was equivalent to being involved in state secrets, and promotion was only a matter of time!
Xu Jingzong should be promoted next year.
But the historians were just too arrogant...
After leaving Wei Zheng's house that day, Li Shimin reviewed the records...
Listen through the window? Or slip away?
What kind of nonsense is this?
If this gets passed down, what will become of my reputation?
This led to Xu Jingzong's early promotion...
He also studied the national history.
It's a part-time job, restoring history.
For example, eavesdropping through the window, or sneaking away...
To put it more tactfully, His Majesty visited Duke Wei Zheng and found him instructing his son.
Deeply moved by Wei Zheng's noble sentiments, His Majesty departed in silence...
Add to that some flowery descriptions...
Doesn't that instantly elevate your image?
Has history changed?
No, I don't think so...
Greetings, everyone.
Appearing on the upper floor, Xu Jingzong bowed to the crowd.
Xu Jingzong had a round face, long ears and wide eyes, a long beard, and a medium build. He was slightly overweight and dressed in a plain linen robe, which made him look rather simple.
The imperial decree had been issued, but his official documents and robes for taking office had not yet arrived.
Not everyone is like Wei Shuyu.
He was appointed today and will take office the next day.
"Scholar Xu!"
Many prominent officials and wealthy merchants reciprocated with gifts.
"I am but a humble person, invited by Wu Yun Ge to write on the spot..."
Xu Jingzong spoke at length, concluding with, "All proceeds from this auction will be donated to impoverished people!"
Basically, I don't earn money; I'll donate all the money I do earn!
"Scholar Xu is a man of great righteousness."
Several high-ranking officials bowed in unison.
Xu Jingzong nodded in satisfaction.
After chatting for a while, Xu Jingzong began writing on the spot.
It was just a piece of calligraphy, and with Xu Jingzong's skill in writing, he finished it quickly.
Then, in full view of everyone, the seal was stamped.
"As you all have seen."
Li Chongyi stepped forward again: "This was written by Scholar Xu on the spot, to save time..."
"Let's hold an auction first."
"The folding fans should have been finished by the time the auction ends."
After seeing that the people agreed to the request, Li Chongyi announced the start of the auction...
"One hundred strings of cash!"
Wow.
As expected of Xu Jingzong!
Wenyunge auctioned off the calligraphy and paintings of talented scholars, but even with shouts of excitement, not a single piece sold for more than a hundred strings of cash.
Xu Jingzong would ask for 100 strings of cash for his calligraphy and paintings.
The difference between Wenyunge and Wuyunge became immediately apparent.
"One hundred and ten strings of cash!"
"One hundred and twenty strings of cash!"
"One hundred and fifty strings of cash!"
"Two hundred strings of cash..."
"Five hundred strings of cash!"
"Eight hundred strings!"
"Eight hundred and eighty-eight strings of cash."
One of the wealthy businessmen bowed to the crowd and said, "Eight hundred and eighty-eight, for good luck. I hope you will all give me some face."
Seeing this, the crowd stopped trying to grab it.
Xu Jingzong was also very satisfied with the price.
"This boss is generous..."
Li Chongyi glanced at the crowd: "Is there anyone else bidding higher? If not, the folding fan belongs to this shop owner!"
Li Chongyi also wore a satisfied smile...
Eight hundred and eighty-eight strings of cash, enough to crush Wenyun Pavilion!
Moreover, this person wasn't a shill they hired.
"Since no one is raising the price anymore..."
Just as Li Chongyi was about to make the announcement, a voice interrupted him...
"One thousand strings of cash!"
Wei Shuyu stepped out from the crowd...
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