A huge crowd followed Fang Zhengyi.
The rented mansion was not far from the Marquis's Mansion, just across the street.
The servants had been waiting here for a long time. When Fang Zheng arrived, they immediately came to greet him. They looked at the crowd with a shocked expression and asked in a fake manner, "Master, why did you bring back so many people?"
Fang Zheng raised his hand and said, "Stop talking nonsense. These are my friends! Hurry up and arrange for someone to boil some hot water. The guests need to take a bath."
"Also send someone to buy me some new clothes. Buy as many sets as there are people here. Go and come back quickly."
The servants left in a hurry, and the scholars were all smiling happily.
Brother Tang is so enthusiastic. Not only did he arrange for someone to boil water for them to take a bath, he also bought them clothes.
"Brother Tang, isn't this a bit too expensive?"
Fang Zhengyi said proudly: "You are all people who are going to do great things! Properity is the most important thing. I have a lot of family wealth, so this little money is nothing to me."
"Meeting is fate. I am able to meet so many pillars of the country today. Why should I be stingy with money? Please give me some face and enjoy it to your heart's content. Eat and drink well to make up for the loss of your body!"
The fact that Tang Bohu could own such a mansion in this location was enough to show how powerful he was. It seemed that this little money for food and clothing was nothing to him.
Besides, he is so generous, it would be inappropriate for me to push or shove him.
Many people thanked him loudly and no longer refused.
Fang Zheng said, "Everyone, I have a bathhouse in my house, which obviously can't accommodate so many people. I hope you can line up and wait quietly. You can stroll around or rest in my yard. The rest of you can finish your bath as soon as possible. During this time, I will ask the kitchen to prepare a sumptuous feast for everyone. We will have the feast after you finish your bath, and we can eat and chat at the same time!"
"I'll go make the arrangements first. If you have any questions, you can ask my servants."
Everyone thanked him in unison. Fang Zheng bowed in return and quickly walked out of the house.
Li Yuanzhao had been waiting at the corner in advance. When he saw Fang Zheng coming, he immediately gave him a thumbs up and praised him, "You are amazing. You managed to get everyone away so quickly."
Fang Zhengyi smiled slightly: "This is just the first step. The next step is exciting. Your Highness, do you want to go in and take a look?"
"This is a rare opportunity. I can only demonstrate it once."
"Hiss..." Li Yuanzhao hesitated, "There may be candidates from the imperial examination in Beijing among them. I often walk around the city. It would be bad if I was recognized."
"I have a fake beard. Go to the house next door and ask for one. Just stick it on."
"That's great. I'll go take a look!" Li Yuanzhao smiled happily.
"Well, remember to cooperate with me when the time comes. After the banquet is halfway through, I will... do this... that's all! Then I'll go back first."
"Don't worry, it's correct!" Li Yuanzhao assured him. Seeing Fang Zheng was about to leave, he grabbed his sleeve and asked, "Hey, I have a question. Why are you called Tang Bohu? What's the origin of this name?"
Fang Zheng said, "I originally wanted to invite Li Bai, but later I changed it to this one."
"Why?"
"Because Tang Bohu is three characters long, it sounds better than Li Bai."
"This... this makes no sense at all? How can three words be better than two?"
"Oh, don't worry about such trivial matters. I'm going back first."
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A group of extremely hungry scholars were in a hurry to eat, so they washed very quickly.
They went into the bathhouse in batches to take a bath, and it only took an hour for everyone to finish washing.
As for the new clothes and other supplies that had been purchased, they had already been placed in the house next door.
As soon as everyone finished washing, new clothes were delivered to them.
Everyone took a shower, changed into new clothes, and felt refreshed again.
Many large tables had already been prepared in the courtyard, with wine and food on them, steaming hot.
The dish was naturally the 'pre-prepared dish' made last night, which was simply heated up.
But there was nothing to be bothered by for these 'hungry wolves'. After two days of hunger, they just wanted to have a good meal, so they didn't worry about being discovered.
Fang Zhengyi stood in the middle of the yard, greeted everyone warmly, introduced each other, and then arranged the guests to sit at the table.
When he met Zhou Maoxue, Fang Zheng took a look at him and bowed, "What's your name, brother?"
Zhou Maoxue cupped his hands and forced a smile: "Zhou Maoxue, thank you Brother Tang for your hospitality!"
"It's my duty. It's not a sign of respect." Fang Zheng smiled and nodded.
His eyes suddenly fell to Zhou Maoxue's feet, and he asked in surprise, "Brother Zhou, why aren't you wearing socks?"
Zhou Maoxue blushed: "I'm really ashamed, it's dirty."
He was a clean person and he would take a bath and burn incense every day. He couldn't stand being dirty for two days.
It is really hard to accept putting on dirty socks after taking a shower.
Fang Zheng slapped his thighs and said, "Oh, I was careless. This is my fault. I have plenty of white socks at home. If you don't mind, Brother Zhou, find a pair for me to change into?"
"No need, no need. Brother Tang has done enough." Zhou Maoxue declined repeatedly, but he was very unhappy in his heart.
Not only does this guy try to steal the limelight, he even calls himself a brother.
Why are you showing off your white socks? Who wears black socks?
"Okay, then Brother Zhou, please take a seat." Fang Zheng smiled and extended his hand to invite him.
After a brief conversation, I have gained a preliminary understanding of Zhou Maoxue.
This kid is a bit shrewd and easy to incite, but in his eyes he is still too naive!
But it’s okay to be young, he likes young ones, it’s fun to play with young ones!
Everyone was in place, and Li Yuanzhao was sitting not far from Fang Zheng.
Fang Zheng was the only one standing in the middle of the room, holding a wine glass. The others were all waiting for the host to speak, drooling in their hearts, hoping that he would finish speaking quickly.
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