Chapter 194 Chapter 194 Generous
Xie's father was furious that his son was humiliated by a teacher. After all, their Xie family was an official family. Although he was only a deputy second-rank official, his father was the left prime minister. Was the teacher's move a lesson to Xie Baizhou? No, he was slapping the face of their Xie family.
The Left Prime Minister knew that some of the teachers in the Imperial College were actually the Right Prime Minister's men. Without the Right Prime Minister's support, where would they get the confidence from?
It's not that the Left Prime Minister is inferior to the Right Prime Minister, but the Left Prime Minister disdains to do such low-level things as treating children and reaching out to the place where people are taught to fight for power. He just wants these teachers to concentrate on teaching them the hope for the future of the Great Yan Dynasty. However, he did not expect that his consideration for the overall situation would lead to his grandson being bullied by even cats and dogs in the Imperial College.
The furious Left Prime Minister found the emperor, but Fu Qingyu suggested that Xie Baizhou leave the Imperial College. After all, after what had happened, Xie Baizhou would definitely be resistant to the teachers of the Imperial College, and would the students of the Imperial College laugh at him in private?
After considering various things, Fu Qingyu pulled out the Prince's tutor. After learning about this, the Prince's tutor recommended Qingfeng Academy to the Left Prime Minister and wrote a letter to Jiang Lanfang, asking him to personally teach Xie Baizhou. To the outside world, the Left Prime Minister did not tell them that Xie Baizhou was bullied in the Imperial College. After all, for a family like theirs or for Xie Baizhou, this was not something worth showing off or wanting to be known by outsiders. Therefore, outsiders only knew that the reason why Xie Baizhou went to Qingfeng Academy was because the Left Prime Minister could no longer teach him, and the teachers in the Imperial College were busy and had no energy to concentrate on teaching him.
But Fu Qingyu knew the real situation. When Xu Yunfan talked about teacher ethics, Fu Qingyu knew that he was not talking nonsense, nor was he simply taking this opportunity to make things difficult for anyone.
Just as Xie Baizhou and the others had told Xu Yunfan before, those who could enter the Imperial College as teachers were no ordinary people compared to other teachers. Losing one of them would be a loss. That was why the Right Prime Minister wanted to win over the teachers of the Imperial College.
There are so many things that Fu Qingyu has to take care of. Even if he sees and knows about many things, sometimes he is unable to do anything about them.
This is how it is in the court.
Intrigue and deception!
Everyone has their own thoughts!
Fight for power!
In short, the official circle in Beijing is not an easy place to get along. Some people here are sycophantic and fawning, while others are upright and honest. In short, everyone is versatile and cunning.
Fu Qingyu sighed and said, "I know, but Your Majesty... sometimes even if you know, you're powerless to change the situation. The teachers in the Imperial College are all outstanding. If one is missing, it won't be easy to find a replacement. Besides, other academies also need teachers. Your Majesty can't just gather all the best teachers from other academies into the Imperial College, right?"
"I heard that the teachers in the Imperial College are all quite versatile."
The omnipotent that Xu Yunfan mentioned was nothing more than a teacher who was good at arithmetic, law, and military affairs. In short, he was an all-round talent just like him.
Maybe they are not proficient in all of them, but at least they are better than other masters, so they are rare talents in the master industry.
Fu Qingyu said nothing, but just nodded at Xu Yunfan.
Xu Yunfan slowly took a sip of hot tea. He had clearly already finished three bowls of rice. When the servants beside Fu Qingyu put several plates of seasonal fruits on the table, Xu Yunfan had still finished most of them.
Fu Qingyu could no longer eat, but seeing Xu Yunfan finish most of the plates of fruit in a swift and elegant manner, he swallowed hard and wiped the non-existent sweat from his forehead.
No wonder the older generation always said that the young boys would eat their fathers out of poverty. Sure enough, what the older generation said is not without reason.
"Actually, you can..." After Xu Yunfan had eaten and drunk his fill, he gave Fu Qingyu some advice, and Fu Qingyu wrote down several thick pages of information.
During the two days on the boat, Fu Qingyu always found various excuses to ask Xu Yunfan to come out of the guest room.
Xu Yunfan was a person who could not resist temptation and could not sit still. Every time he went out, he would take away a few of Fu Qingyu's things even after he was full.
In response, Fu Qingyu just smiled, secretly feeling that Xu Yunfan was very loving to her husband and was also very loyal. He ate and drank well himself, and also did not forget to bring some back for her husband and a few brothers.
But he didn't know that Qi Xiu Ze and others looked at the fruits he brought back and found them tasteless.
These are all the emperor's things. How dare Xu Yunfan...eat and take them? Isn't this a huge disgrace?
Is Xiao Qin's family short on meat or fruit? Why can't he control himself when he sees something good?
Lulu was tricked out by Fu Qingyu with something, and she would be gone for most of the day. Whenever Xu Yunfan came back empty-handed, he would look listless, as if he was very tired. But if he had something in his hands, this guy would smile sweetly, as if he had made a fortune.
If they didn't know what kind of person Fu Qingyu was, Qi Xiu Ze and the others would have been unable to sit still. But later, seeing Xu Yunfan coming back from Fu Qingyu with a tired look on his face every time, Qi Xiu Ze and the others were filled with horror.
They will arrive at Yiping Prefecture tomorrow morning, and the next step will be to travel by land. Fu Qingyu's identity is there, and in order not to expose his identity, Fu Qingyu will naturally not travel with them.
Fu Qingyu would indeed not return to Beijing with Qi Xiu Ze and the others. After all, there was no excuse or reason. Therefore, in the past few days, he wanted to squeeze out everything in Xu Yunfan's head, but in the end it was impossible.
Xu Yunfan gave him answers to some of the questions, but he kept silent about some other things, obviously having reservations.
For example, when talking about farming, Xu Yunfan talked about windmills to draw water to irrigate farmland, and about adapting to local conditions, intercropping and other planting methods. Fu Qingyu was confused, as if he was listening to some fairy tale. He had just picked up the pen to write two lines when Xu Yunfan's mind jumped and he talked about other things. It was obvious that he did not give Fu Qingyu a chance to record.
Fu Qingyu knew very well that some things could not be rushed, so he could only watch Xu Yunfan talk about this and that. He would bring up some topics but would never give them an ending.
The journey of several days was about to end. Fu Qingyu sorted out the recorded book and felt satisfied but also regretful. How could they arrive in Yiping Prefecture so soon?
The inspiring suggestions given by Xu Yunfan cannot be measured by money.
What if Xu Yunfan passes the imperial examination and becomes an official in the future, and suddenly wants to return to the county to be a local official?
Perhaps for other people, it is undoubtedly a foolish act to give up being an official in Beijing and apply for being sent to other places. If they are sent to a small county in the mountains where the emperor is high above them, and become a local magistrate or the head of one of the six ministries, their promotion speed will naturally not be comparable to that of being in the Hanlin Academy.
A small county magistrate not only needs to be evaluated by the Ministry of Personnel on a regular basis for his performance, but if he has no one above him and no connections, he may not even have the chance to be promoted. A small county magistrate, without any certain political achievements to attract the emperor's attention, will be promoted step by step throughout his life, and he may only be able to become a prefect when he grows old.
How could Fu Qingyu miss such a talent as Xu Yunfan? But Jiang Lanfang said that Xu Yunfan sometimes seemed content with the status quo, unwilling to compete, and had no ambition to become a Jinshi. He enjoyed the comfortable life in the village and was a person who extremely hated trouble. For example, in the Master Competition, would he participate if there was no sweet reward?
No, I will definitely not even look at the bird.
Xu Yunfan is a smart man. In the Great Yan Dynasty, he, a floating duckweed, had to bring his family with him and settle in the capital. With the meager monthly salary from the Hanlin Academy, he was afraid that he could not survive. Moreover, if he did business well in the capital, it would not be a problem to make a lot of money. But at the same time, business in the capital was also not easy to do. If he was not careful, he would offend people and lose everything. The business that the Qi family did with Xu Yunfan seemed to be more suitable for Xu Yunfan to display his skills in the village. This kid wanted to enter the officialdom. Could it be that he wanted to be a local official so that he could make a lot of money?
Oh, don't say, it's really possible.
As long as Xu Yunfan's status is improved, he can cut down as many trees and bamboos as he wants on the mountain. Which villager dares to say no?
Before arriving in Qingling County, Fu Qingyu sent people to inquire about Xu Yunfan. When he learned that he had left Qinghe Town, he hurriedly tried to salvage the boat.
The secret guards around Fu Qingyu found out that Xu Yunfan had cut down too many trees in the village. Due to Xu Yunfan's status and skills, many villagers dared not speak out, but some would secretly make things difficult for the Qin family members who were responsible for cutting wood.
For example, the next day, there would always be some dirty things on the mountain road opened by the Qin men, or the black fruit trees they had picked were cut down. In short, the Qin men could pick and cut things on the mountain, and they also had the right to take them.
The other villagers were jealous of the Xiao Qin family for making money, while they themselves couldn't even earn a penny. Who wouldn't be jealous? Some things were done secretly by others. The things were not big, but they were disgusting enough. What could Xu Yunfan say to them?
If Xu Yunfan became an official, the situation would be different.
Fu Qingyu analyzed and thought about it, and the more he thought about it, the more he felt that this was the case.
No way!
If someone like Xu Yunfan is not sent to the Hanlin Academy to share his worries, why is he sent away? Isn't that a waste of talent?
If there is something in the capital that can restrain Xu Yunfan and make him stay, this kid will probably try his best to find ways to stay in the capital. If he stays in the capital, according to his character, he will definitely not be satisfied with a mere seventh-rank official.
Finally, Fu Qingyu thought about it and ordered someone to bring a land deed.
When Xu Yunfan saw that Fu Qingyu handed over a land deed, his eyes bulged and his eyes almost flew onto the deed. His heart was pounding and he felt very uncomfortable.
Comparing yourself to others is really frustrating.
Look at this evil rich man, he gave out a land deed at the first move, his generosity is very much like his past style, but now, a hero does not boast of his past achievements. After experiencing the fact that a penny can make a hero fall, Xu Yunfan is frugal wherever he can. Although he is not stingy, anyone who wants to take an apartment from him after just a few words will definitely not even have a crack at it.
If you don't take this free gift, you will definitely be struck by lightning.
Xu Yunfan politely declined twice, but his words were not sincere. Finally, he said, "Oh, you're too polite. Since Big Brother Fu insists on giving it to me, I can't deny his face. Big Brother Fu, I will accept your kindness."
Listen, these words were said so reluctantly. If it weren't for the excitement in Xu Yunfan's eyes that was about to burst out, Fu Qingyu almost believed it.
When Fu Qingyu got off the boat, Xu Yunfan went to see him off in person, with tears in his eyes, as reluctant as if a relative was parting. He kept telling Fu Qingyu to come and chat with him when he had time in the future.
There is no way. Fu Qingyu gave too much. Who would be willing to spend money like this, such a generous person.
When getting on the carriage, Xu Yunfan was reluctant to leave. He lifted the curtain and looked at the luxurious carriage that had left before them.
"Yunfan, are you and Brother Fu so close? Are you so reluctant to let him go?" Qin Run was puzzled. This shouldn't be the case. They have only known each other for a few days. How deep could their relationship be?
Xu Yunfan reluctantly withdrew his gaze, his tone unable to conceal regret, "Of course I'm reluctant to let you go. If you give me two more days, maybe I, your husband, can earn another house. By then, we will be considered house- and land-owning people in Beijing. It's rare to find such a big customer just by talking. I'm so sad that you're leaving~"
Qin Run: "...What did you earn?"
If we didn't know Xu Yunfan well, his ambiguity would easily lead to misunderstandings and misleading people.
What exactly did Xu Yunfan do?
Earned a house in two days? ?
Or do you just rely on your mouth???
Those who didn't know would think that Xu Yunfan did to Fu Qingyu the same unspeakable things that Xu Yunfan had done for him.
"Run'er, look, what is this."
Xu Yunfan pulled out the land deed from his pocket, hidden close to his body, as if presenting a treasure. He smiled brightly and dangled it in front of Qin Run, saying proudly, "When it comes to making money, it's still your husband. Look, in just two days, I've earned enough to buy a farm."
The young prince of the Xu family was very proud of making such a huge sum of money without relying on anyone.
Qin Run took the deed and took a look at it. Wow, he almost fainted when he saw it.
After calming down, Qin Run hurriedly asked Xu Yunfan to keep the deed safe to avoid losing it.
Xu Yunfan waved his hand and said, "I won't take it. This is what I earned. I give it to you. I'm a good man in the Xu family, and I give all the financial power to my husband."
Hearing this, Qin Run put the deed away with satisfaction, "Yun Fan, why did Brother Fu give you such a valuable deed?"
"I solved his doubts and problems, and he gave me this thing as a reward. I said no, but he insisted on giving it to me, and I had no choice but to give it to him. That would mean I was not giving him face. He is a wealthy man, and a land deed is just a drizzle for him. The things in my head can't be bought with money, so I gave him a bargain." Xu Yunfan is a typical person who takes advantage of others.
Finally, Xu Yunfan touched his chin and said, "Run'er, you said there's so much land, what should we do with it?"
The two of them were enjoying a bright future in the carriage. In another carriage, Qi Xiu Ze and the other three looked at each other. Each of them looked like they had a lot to say but didn't know how to start.
In the end, Shen Ruxi took on all the pressure and chose her words carefully, "What does that person mean?"
Once one person opens his mouth, it will be easier for others to open their mouths.
Otherwise, if you don't speak and I don't speak, who would have the guts to doubt the emperor?
Lin Xiaoran's face was strange. "Who knows? In the past two days, he almost never let Yunfan leave the room. Every time Yunfan comes back, it's always midnight. Yunfan always seems to be thirsty and exhausted. When I asked him about it, he looked embarrassed. Oh, I've been dizzy and worried these past two days, and even lost a clump of hair."
Xie Baizhou: "Who said it wasn't true? If I can't take good care of this brother-in-law, how can I face his sister in the future?"
After hearing this, the other three fell silent and secretly blushed for Xie Baizhou. Although they had feelings for Xu Yunfan's sisters, they were born into a noble family after all, so they still had to have some dignity. They said that in front of Xu Yunfan just to save face and let Xu Yunfan know what they meant. But they didn't dare to say that in private, because the girl they liked was still far away. Saying such things here sounded like they were ruining the girl's reputation.
After a while, Shen Ruxi wiped her face and turned to look at Qi Xiu Ze with a look of despair: "Xiu Ze, you know the emperor best among the four of us. Do you think the emperor would... uh, bully our brother-in-law?"
It’s not that they don’t trust the emperor’s character, but they really don’t know him well. Admittedly, he is a rare wise ruler, but that doesn’t mean Fu Qingyu doesn’t like beautiful women.
Look at those people in the capital. It is normal for old men with some power and influence to have three wives and four concubines. Some of them are in their fifties or sixties, and the concubines they bring into the house are younger than their granddaughters. And which of these concubines is ugly?
Some people once boasted that this was the true nature of men, but Qi Xiu Ze and others scoffed at it. They thought that since Xu Yunfan had entered the capital, those men would be interested in anyone. If anyone dared to target them, even if it was the emperor, they would still have to scold him in private.
Qi Xiu Ze: "How would I know? My aunt is just a noble concubine. I know everything you know about her, and I don't know anything you don't know either, so there's no point asking me."
In terms of address, Fu Qingyu is Qi Xiu Ze's uncle, and the imperial concubine of the current dynasty is his biological aunt. In ordinary people's homes, the son-in-law has to go to the door to greet his father-in-law during festivals, but when it comes to Fu Qingyu, even the father-in-law has to kneel down when he sees him. Therefore, except for some places where they can get the benefit of Fu Qingyu's relationship, it is useless in other places. When Qi Xiu Ze sees Fu Qingyu, he still has to respectfully call him "Your Majesty".
What Qi Xiu Ze said was correct. Anyone who was not the father of the emperor's concubine could be granted the title of father-in-law of the emperor. If that were true, with three thousand beauties in the harem, wouldn't the emperor have thousands of fathers-in-law? That would be a mess.
"Or, let's just ask Yunfan."
"If you ask him, he can tell you. Didn't you ask him before, and he just shook his head and said he had nothing? I asked him before, and the way he looked at me was really strange. Could it be that he had already..."
"No way, that guy wouldn't be so shameless as to force himself on me."
"Who knows? I used to have someone to keep me company every night, but now that I'm out, maybe I'm feeling lonely and cold, so I want to try something new."
Several people recalled Xu Yunfan's previous avoidance of the topic, as if he couldn't bring himself to speak out. They were filled with righteous indignation. Just now, none of them dared to speak out, but now they wanted to curse him for eighteen generations.
When getting off the carriage in the next county town to have a meal, Xu Yunfan looked at Shen Ruxi who was pushed in front and hesitated, wanting to say something but stopping himself. He tried to find out indirectly what Fu Qingyu called him to do every day and whether he was bullied by Fu Qingyu.
Xu Yunfan was stunned for a moment, his eyes flickering as he looked at his four brothers. His nose felt a little sour. "No, don't you know me? Do I look like someone who would suffer a loss? That Master Fu just asked me some questions. What else could he do to me? He said these things can't be passed on to others, so I can't tell you. Don't you think about it? If anyone dares to take advantage of me, I don't care who they are. I will beat their head off."
Upon hearing this, Qi Xiu Ze and the other three finally felt relieved.
On the way to Beijing, Xu Yunfan asked them about some things in the capital. After Qi Xiu Ze told them about the prices in the capital, Xu Yunfan agreed to stay at the Qi family without saying a word.
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