Beijing, Zhang Yu’s home.
As a minor official in the capital, it was very difficult to own a property in the capital. But for Zhang Yu, it was not difficult at all.
The family was originally wealthy, and the father-in-law was extraordinary. Moreover, the emperor valued him, and he had enjoyed a glorious time.
Although this house is not big, just a two-story courtyard, it is already very rare for many people. Especially since his house is located only four streets away from the imperial palace.
At this time, standing at the door, pacing back and forth from time to time, Zhang Yu felt a little uneasy.
Compared to the bright sunshine and impatience when I come back every day, today is really uncomfortable.
He stood at the door and pondered for a long time, but did not dare to step in.
"Husband, if you keep turning, the ground in front of the door will collapse."
A gentle voice came over, with a hint of teasing.
Zhang Yu turned around and saw his wife standing in the porch.
Mrs. Zhang was very young, and her silk dress made her look quite luxurious. Her face was fair, and her big eyes were blinking as if they could speak.
With a wry smile, Zhang Yu walked up the stairs and came in front of the lady.
Without the slightest hesitation, he reached out and held his wife's slightly cold hand, saying distressedly, "Why did you come out? It's windy outside. Come in quickly. It's cold outside."
After hearing Zhang Yu's words, the lady burst out laughing and looked at him with a somewhat teasing tone, saying, "If I don't come out, when will my husband go in? Are we going to stay here forever?"
Zhang Yu looked at his wife awkwardly and said, "I'll be in soon and walk around for a while."
"Okay, come in." Mrs. Zhang took Zhang Yu's hand and walked inside.
Zhang Yu did not refuse and let his wife pull him into the inner hall, walking on the bluestone slabs.
Mrs. Zhang served Zhang Yu as usual. She carefully took off his official uniform, hung it on the hanger and spread it out carefully. She also changed Zhang Yu into casual clothes and washed his face.
Warm tea was prepared and served, along with some fruits and snacks.
When Zhang Yu sat down, Madam Zhang also sat down and said, "Before my husband came, I had just sent my mother away. The matchmaker came with my mother."
Zhang Yu was stunned. This was something he had not expected.
"Aren't you angry?" Zhang Yu said hesitantly.
Although this is the Ming Dynasty, and taking concubines is a common practice, it doesn't mean that the family will be happy. Although wives and concubines are different, there is still jealousy.
"I believe my husband has his own reasons." Madam Zhang stared at Zhang Yu and said with a smile,
"Thank you very much, Madam." Zhang Yu said helplessly: "Although I really want to explain everything to you, I can't do it now. It may take a long time before I can talk about this matter. I hope Madam will not blame me."
"Actually, after Mother came, I began to understand a little bit," Mrs. Zhang said. "Although I don't understand what's going on, I know this is what people of high rank should do. I heard you're taking this woman to North Korea. That's good, having someone to look after her."
Zhang Yu suddenly fell silent.
He couldn't tell the truth about North Korea, not even to his wife. If he did, it would only harm her.
"Okay, get ready. I'll go see why they haven't prepared dinner yet." Mrs. Zhang stood up and walked outside.
After hearing this, Zhang Yu felt a pain in his heart and reached out to hold her.
Looking up at his wife, Zhang Yu said, "Don't worry, Madam. I will definitely remain a virgin for you."
After hearing this, Madam Zhang rolled her eyes at him and said unhappily, "What man can remain chaste? Besides, no matter what the reason, once someone enters your home, you should treat them well. If you remain chaste, what will happen to her? Will she be a widow for the rest of her life? We are all women, and as long as she doesn't do anything unruly and is well, that's better than anything else. If she can take good care of my husband for me in Korea, I will remember this favor."
After hearing this, Zhang Yu immediately embraced his wife and said, "She knows that we are not actually husband and wife. Don't worry, you will know after this is over."
"I understand." Mrs. Zhang said in a long tone, "Let's go eat first."
After she finished speaking, she pulled Zhang Yu out, but she still said, "You two are in North Korea, so it doesn't matter if you are actually husband and wife."
Zhang Yu glanced at his wife and did not refute.
He was a little unsure and wanted to leave himself some wiggle room.
If something really happened in North Korea, thinking back on what I had said to my wife, this would be a very serious matter. If I brag about it now and something really goes wrong, it would be very embarrassing.
After having dinner together, the couple spent a harmonious and wonderful evening.
The next morning, Zhang Yu got up early.
While rubbing his waist, he walked out of the yamen and headed towards the Ministry of Revenue.
What he had to do today was simple: recruiting people. He didn't need to get involved in the Ministry of Revenue's affairs anymore; what he had to do now was find people.
The Ministry of Revenue did have a suitable candidate, but they couldn't find one among their classmates. There was one person Zhang Yu was very interested in, and that person was Liao Daoyan.
When Zhang Yu arrived at the Ministry of Revenue, he met many people who all came up to greet him with a smile, and all of them were saying words like congratulations.
Zhang Yu knew that the official documents and imperial decree had not yet been issued, but the news had already spread, and everyone knew that he had been promoted and would be sent as an envoy to Korea. The court had already conferred him with a higher official title, the Minister of Rites and the Junior Secretary of the Honglu Temple.
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