Xu Jiang looked at Liang Mo who was printing in the backyard, and was once again thankful that he was quick enough to keep the person. Otherwise, where would he find someone now?
It would take some time to review "Tracing the Origins of Cultural Heritage". The Ministry of Rites had just finished its imperial examination affairs and was very busy at the time. Lou Jing asked Lou Yunchun to tell her to wait patiently, as it was estimated that there would be no movement until next month.
Song Xuelu also asked the students who came to buy books to convey a message to Xu Jiang, asking her to rest assured that he would inform her immediately after the review.
Xu Jiang wasn't in a hurry, as there was a lot going on in the shop anyway. She and Liang Mo divided the work, Liang Mo printing and she binding, and they were very busy.
After a busy two weeks, I finally put two collections on the shelves. One is "Huanhua Qingwan," which contains notes on the appreciation of bronze and stone carvings, ornaments, and flower catalogs. The other is "Hanshan Poetry Collection." Master Hanshan was one of the "Three Hermits of Guoqing" in Tiantai Mountain. His poems are easy to understand yet profound, incorporating Buddhist and worldly principles. He is a rare and highly sought-after poet.
Actually, Hu Xu's poetic style is somewhat similar to his, but it lacks in realm, probably because he is not old enough.
This set of engraved books published by Xu Jiang was also engraved by monks of Guoqing Temple, and is very rare.
After these two sets of books were put on the shelves, the news of the closure of Jisheng Bookstore came unexpectedly.
The one who came to deliver the message was Uncle Cao. Uncle Cao and Xu San came to install the wooden couch for Manager Wang, and on the way they delivered the small table and armrests that they had made to match the Liangyi couch to Xu Jiang.
"I just took down the plaque the day before yesterday, and someone contacted me today and asked me to contact a craftsman to renovate it."
"Has someone taken over?"
"It should be. The Jisheng Book Bureau is quite large, with three floors. Only the wealthy or the noble can take it over."
Back then, Xu Jiang coveted his position very much, but now he was used to staying in Huailiu Lane and didn't think there was anything good about it. Of course, it was also because of the Zhou family.
"Did you answer it?"
"I'll see it tomorrow and decide."
"I don't know who it is or what they are going to do after they pick it up."
"I think it's still the bookstore. I heard they need to finish it within two months. If they change the plan, even with more people, they won't be able to finish it in time."
Uncle Cao is still very experienced.
Xu Jiang couldn't help but become curious again. As the saying goes, a lean camel is bigger than a horse. Who knows who can swallow up Jisheng Bookstore?
No matter who it is, as long as they don't have the same style as the Zhou family, it's fine. The business in the capital has just started to pick up, so don't let them be tied up again.
After the court was dismissed, Lou Yunchun came to the bookstore to help. Xu Jiang asked him to try out the newly made small table and support table, and he was very satisfied.
Afterwards, Xu Jiang simply made shepherd's purse soup, steamed sea bass, lotus root with vinegar, and half a Hu pancake for each person, and the two of them had dinner together.
After the meal, Xu Jiang lit the lamps and candles and bound the books with Lou Yunchun.
When lovers are alone, hands touching, eyes looking into each other, they naturally feel amorous feelings for each other, and their hearts are like candlelight, swaying, moving, and filled with joy.
On such a beautiful day, with chit-chat and sweet thoughts, even without playing the zither, it would still be peaceful.
While they were chatting quietly, Xu Jiang mentioned Jisheng Bookstore.
"Tell me, who took over this Jisheng Bookstore?"
Lou Yunchun paused while brushing the starch, raised his head and walked over to the bowl, "You know this guy?"
Xu Jiang became interested and leaned closer to ask, "Do you know?"
A gust of wind rushed in from the crack in the door, causing the candle flame to flicker and cast a shadow between Lou Yunchun's brows.
"It's Zhao Xiu."
"Zhao Xiu?" Xu Jiang was stunned, then asked in surprise, "How could it be him?"
"This is the benefit he gained from destroying his reputation," Lou Yunchun said calmly. "For the crime of fraud, while 'confessing' can reduce the punishment, according to the law, he should still be expelled from the capital. And he not only stayed safely, but also took over the Jisheng Book Bureau. It would be unacceptable if no one intervened."
"I thought he was crazy, but I didn't expect him to be so fearless." Xu Jiangxiu's face was filled with anger. "After all, he is a scholar, but he has lost his integrity and morality to this extent."
Then he worriedly said, "If he takes over Jisheng, I'm afraid the peace of the bookstore in the capital will be disturbed again."
Lou Yunchun held her hand and said soothingly, "Don't worry, the Jingcheng Bookstore has been taken over by the imperial court, and Zhou Huai's position in the Ministry of Revenue has been replaced by someone personally appointed by the emperor."
"who?"
"Liu Yannian."
Xu Jiang couldn't remember who this person was for a moment.
Lou Yunchun explained to her, "He's second in the first class of my year."
Xu Jiang suddenly realized, "Oh, that runner-up."
Afterwards, she vaguely understood why the saint had removed Zhou Huai. It was not only to kill the chicken to scare the monkey, but also to make room for his own people.
"The vacant position in the Ministry of Revenue has been taken, and they are now eyeing the vacant position in the Imperial College and are currently submitting a petition for the position of Juren."
"The one Mr. Du left vacant?" Xu Jiang's heart tightened. "Does anyone have a candidate?"
"I have recommended a man to your majesty."
"Who?" Xu Jiang widened his eyes.
Seeing her like this, Lou Yunchun loved her so much, but his heart suddenly became evil. He then tapped the tip of her nose and said, "I'll tell you later."
Xu Jiang tried to hold back, but finally couldn't help it and pounced on him, grabbing his face.
"Who did you learn this bad thing from? Who!"
How could she sleep well tonight?
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