Inside Yingtian Academy.
More than ten imperial guards stood behind Zhao Gao.
He was holding the imperial edict in his hand, waiting for Cai Yong and his daughter to arrive.
At the same time, all the teachers and students in the academy knelt before him.
A moment later.
Cai Yong walked slowly over with the support of Cai Wenji.
Seeing this, Zhao Gao smiled and said, "Mr. Cai, we still have to report to His Majesty, so we'd better hurry up."
Hearing this, Cai Yong nodded quickly and slowly
Kneel down on the ground.
The same is true for Cai Wenji.
Both father and daughter were quite nervous.
They were afraid that by recommending the rising stars of the twelve tribes, they would anger His Majesty and be punished.
Zhao Gao pretended to cough a few times, cleared his throat, slowly opened the imperial edict, and said in a loud voice: "The Emperor, by the Mandate of Heaven, decrees
The great scholar Cai Yong, with his vast knowledge, taught me the elementary studies. He worked hard and made great contributions. He was given the title of "Emperor's Teacher" and a position equivalent to that of the Grand Tutor. From now on, I will not pay homage to him.
His daughter, Cai Yan, is renowned for her talent and grew up in Jiangnan. I now order her to serve the emperor. If she disobeys, her entire clan will be punished. This is my decree."
After the words fell.
Cai Yong and his daughter both stood there in a daze, at a loss as to what to do.
It was not until someone beside him reminded him that the former slowly stood up with the help of Cai Yan, accepted the order and expressed his gratitude.
Afterwards, Zhao Gao bowed to Cai Yong and said:
"Mr. Cai, His Majesty has always been thinking of you, but since His Majesty came to Jiangnan, he has been busy with affairs, so he has not summoned you.
You must take good care of yourself and don't let His Majesty worry about you."
"Thank you, sir."
Cai Yong clasped his fists.
With this, Zhao Gao left Yingtian Academy.
Immediately afterwards, everyone in the academy congratulated Cai Jing.
With the title of Imperial Teacher, from then on, all the literati in the world would regard him as their leader.
This is the greatest honor.
While returning the gift, Cai Yong looked at his daughter worriedly.
He heard the last sentence of the imperial edict clearly.
If you are not careful, your entire family will be punished?
This...what should I do?
Cai Yan's mood was more complicated.
On the one hand, I was excited, after all, I could be with the emperor and see him often.
On the other hand, there are some concerns.
Because the tone of His Majesty in the imperial edict seemed a little unfriendly.
Of course, others only noticed that Cai Yong was recognized by the emperor as the imperial teacher.
Who would pay attention to the words "punish the entire clan"?
Besides, serving as an imperial attendant is something many women dream of.
Cai Wenji had no reason to refuse.
This is indeed the case.
After a while, she told her father directly, "Father, since His Majesty wants me to go, then I will go. Please rest assured, nothing will happen to me."
"I hope so." Cai Yong sighed, feeling helpless.
......
The next day.
Ying Yuan left Jiangning under the attention of the people.
Of course, Cai Wenji also accompanied him.
It is worth mentioning that in addition to her, there is another new entourage member, who is Zhang Zhifu, the Heavenly Master of Longhu Mountain.
Cai Wenji sat alone in an imperial chariot.
In order to prevent any accidents when the emperor travels, it is impossible to prepare only one imperial sedan chair.
According to the original itinerary plan, Ying Yuan did not plan to go directly to Suzhou by land.
Instead, I wanted to take a leisurely swim in Taihu Lake.
Over at Suzhou Shipyard, the entire city is mobilizing its resources to repair a large ship.
This ship was once used by the late emperor when he traveled.
It’s a pity that it has been stagnant for a long time and has fallen into disrepair.
Fortunately, after hearing about this, the patriarchs of the twelve families all offered their help.
Only in this way can the ship be made to look brand new within a few days.
Of course, while the ship was being repaired, Ying Yuan and his party could only temporarily live in the palace beside Taihu Lake.
Suzhou's Taihu Lake and Hangzhou's West Lake are both world-famous scenic spots.
In terms of area, the former is much larger than the latter.
Because the emperor is stationed here, no common people have come here recently.
Ying Yuan likes quietness, and it would be great if no one comes to disturb him.
By the Taihu Lake.
He is fishing.
Miyue was resting in the palace.
He only brought Cai Wenji with him.
The weather at this time is very hot. Even if you stand still, you will sweat profusely after a while.
However, Ying Yuan didn't feel hot.
Because Cai Wenji, who was sweating profusely, was fanning him hard.
Of course, Ying Yuan ordered her to do this.
During the journey from Jiangning to Taihu Lake, he did not chat with Cai Wenji at all.
Even late at night, Cai Wenji would always prepare water for him to bathe and change clothes according to his instructions.
However, he still ignored her.
There were several times when she wanted to talk to him, but she didn't dare.
Perhaps Ying Yuan felt a little tired of fishing, so he looked at Cai Yan, whose clothes were soaked with sweat, and said calmly;
"I remember saying when I was young that if you miss me, come to Xianyang to see me.
But I didn't expect that you would be gone for so many years and even didn't want to recognize me.
I can’t quite see through you.”
Cai Wenji didn't dare to stop fanning herself and said slowly, "I feel that Your Majesty has long forgotten me."
"So, in your heart, I am so heartless and disloyal?"
Ying Yuan frowned.
Cai Wenji quickly said, "Your Majesty, that's not what I meant..."
She was about to explain, but Ying Yuan didn't give her the chance.
Throw the fishing rod in your hand directly into the lake.
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