Chapter 640 642. Arrangement
Do you really think that he couldn't hear the hidden meaning of the sour words some people said before, and thought that those who were sent abroad would enrich themselves and squeeze the people's money?
He Nan couldn't guarantee it for other people, but Gu Wenheng really didn't need it.
Ning Yuchen restrained his expression at this time, "I didn't expect that we are in the same department, and Lord He knows Lord Gu so well. This is our fault."
The other gentlemen all looked a little disappointed. They were all colleagues in the Hanlin Academy, and they didn't know what Lord He knew.
Gu Wenheng looked at him coldly at this time, "Brother He and I have similar interests and have always been exchanging letters, so naturally I am closer than others."
People are close to each other and distant from each other. Ning Yuchen's previous provocation also disappeared with Gu Wenheng's words.
Although they did not gloat over Gu Wenheng's trip to Decheng, they did not take the initiative to contact him in the years that followed.
In this respect, they are indeed not as good as He Nan. If they were him, they would not take the initiative to explain how much wealth they have to people they don't know.
It was because of this that Gu Wenheng did not want to hold the banquet for these people at home, otherwise his wife would have to work hard with her family.
But today he was the host, so naturally he had to say some polite words, politely thanking his colleagues for their care over the years, and then inviting everyone to taste the special wine and food of Tianfu Restaurant together.
Although the Tianfu Restaurant in Shangjing does not have as many kinds of seafood as the one in Lucheng, it is located in the center of power after all, and there is no shortage of supplies. The various dishes are also exquisite and delicious, allowing the Hanlin Academy officials who are usually reluctant to spend money to finally satisfy their appetite.
The guests enjoyed the food and drinks and had a great time. Gu Wenheng personally escorted them out of the restaurant.
If he didn't want to be accused of not cherishing the old friendship, he wouldn't have held the banquet today.
But it’s also good to do this, as it can be considered as putting an end to the past in the Hanlin Academy. When I come back in the future, I can interact more with those I can interact with, and I can completely ignore the others.
Just as he was about to turn around and go back home, Ning Yuchen, who was about to leave, ran over and blocked his way.
"Lord Ning has something else to do." Gu Wenheng had a cold expression on his face. He really didn't have the slightest favorable impression on Ning Yuchen. If it wasn't for the purpose of avoiding gossip, he wouldn't be on the list for today's banquet.
"Master Gu, it seems that we haven't seen each other for a long time. I just happen to have something to tell you. How about we go to the teahouse next door for a small gathering?" Ning Yuchen felt the intimidation emanating from Gu Wenheng at this time, and his voice unconsciously carried some flattery.
Gu Wenheng, "I'm really sorry, I just drank a little bit of wine, it's really not appropriate to talk about things. If Lord Ning has anything to say, we can talk about it later when there is a chance."
As he was about to walk forward, Ning Yuchen blocked his way again, "It will only take a moment. I just need to say a few words."
"There is nothing that cannot be said to others. Since Lord Ning is unwilling to reschedule, let's talk about it here. It will only take a few words anyway."
Gu Wenheng was becoming impatient. His family was about to go on a long journey and he didn't have time to listen to him chattering.
Ning Yuchen looked at the passers-by walking back and forth in front of the restaurant and said, "This is inconvenient. Lord Gu is a little tipsy. Let's go to the teahouse and drink some tea to sober him up."
Gu Wenheng is no longer the editor of the Hanlin Academy. As a third-rank official, does he have to obey the orders of a seventh-rank official?
His face darkened, "Since you don't want to talk about it, then I'll take my leave."
Mingfeng and several guards following behind him didn't even need him to say anything. They surrounded Gu Wenheng and helped him carefully onto the carriage.
Ning Yuchen, who was squeezed aside, felt embarrassed, but he still gritted his teeth and thought about squeezing into the carriage together.
But before he could get close, he was stopped by Mingfeng, "Master Ning, our master is drunk, it is not appropriate to discuss matters at this time, how about you change the date?"
Even if Ning Yuchen didn't take Mingfeng seriously, he couldn't get angry at this moment.
He could only watch the carriage go farther and farther away, and finally he gritted his teeth and headed towards the familiar alley.
Gu Wenhengyi sat in the carriage and stared ahead thoughtfully. He and Ning Ningchen didn't have much in common. This person was narrow-minded and it must be no good that he came to him on his own initiative.
Rubbing his forehead, he really didn't say anything empty words just now. After so many toasts, even if he had a good alcohol tolerance, he couldn't resist it at this moment.
As for Ning Yuchen, Gu Wenheng naturally didn't want to have anything to do with him. He said that they would reschedule the appointment and that he would go out to take over in a few days, so they would naturally not meet.
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Jin Qianqian was also busy, entertaining the ladies on good terms and checking the account books in the capital and other places. After all the busy work, she looked much thinner.
"Thank you for your hard work," Gu Wenheng stood behind Jin Qianqian and massaged her shoulders.
Jin Qianqian patted his arm and said, "You should sit down and have a rest, you must have been busy these days, right?
I just shook my hands a little bit, just to stretch my muscles after writing too much.
It's all right now. If anything happens, you can ask Lichun and the others to massage me."
Gu Wenheng, "I'm not tired today. I followed Prime Minister Liu to fish by the river for a while.
It’s a pity that I was unlucky and couldn’t bring any back for a snack.”
Jin Qianqian smiled and said, "Old Prime Minister Liu still has this hobby, but you came back empty-handed today. Your luck in the past shouldn't be so bad."
Gu Wenheng, "You can't always attack others, otherwise Prime Minister Liu should jump into the water and fish himself."
The fish hooks I put down before were not baited, so it would be a miracle if I could catch any fish.
When the two thought of Liu Donglai's persistence, they couldn't help but smile at each other.
"That's not the case. After so many years of being beaten, he should have gotten used to it."
Gu Wenheng, "If we weren't leaving in two days, he would have invited you to go fishing with him. He kept saying that you are lucky and maybe he could use your blessing to fulfill his wish for so many years."
Jin Qianqian was actually a little itchy, "It's a pity that there are still a lot of things to do here, otherwise I should really take the two children out for some fresh air."
Gu Wenheng, "On the way, let's choose a place with beautiful scenery and have a good rest for a day.
The personnel to be brought over have already been decided. Lord Cao asked General Xiao to select some capable people, about a hundred in number, who will serve as guards in the future.
In addition, Jiang Shuiniu and Yin Dapeng will each bring twenty servants with them, so there will be enough manpower.
In the past few years, Master Wu has trained some girls with pretty good skills. Do you want to choose one?
How are your arrangements going? Who are you planning to bring with you? "
Jin Qianqian, "I'd rather take Lichun and the others with me. I originally wanted them to settle down in Shangjing and have them become housekeepers, but they don't want to, so I'll take them all with me.
As for those girls who have some skills, pick a few good ones to let them lead the way, and they will directly take over Lichun and the others' positions in the future."
(End of this chapter)
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