Chapter 1765 Where there is black there is white

Seeing that Lord Li didn't respond, Zhou Shuren pointed in the direction of the government hall and asked, "Lord, don't you understand yet?"

Lord Li had been an official for many years and was just stunned for a moment. He quickly reacted and said politely with complicated thoughts in his mind, "Thank you for your guidance, Lord."

Zhou Shuren smiled and said, "The emperor has been in a good mood these days."

That's all he can do.

After Lord Li left, Lord Wei stepped forward. Although he did not hear clearly what was said, he could guess from Lord Li's hurried look.

Zhou Shuren waited for Lord Wei to come over and asked, "What did you want to say just now?"

Lord Wei smiled and said, "There is no need to say more."

This is the same job that Lord Li has set his sights on. "Are you working for your boss?"

Lord Wei nodded. "It's hard for a minor official to make achievements in politics in the capital. As a father, I won't make plans for him. He has to rely on himself to get through it slowly."

Zhou Shuren, "This job must belong to the Li family."

"I know."

If Marquis Zhou was not sure, he would not guide Lord Li. At the same time, he was impressed by Marquis Zhou's understanding of the Emperor, and then he became excited again, because this was his future relative!

Zhou Shuren thought for a moment and said, "Tell your eldest son to be less impatient, learn more, and wait for the opportunity."

Lord Wei agreed, "He is indeed young and needs more training."

The two continued to walk out of the palace. Zhou Shuren seldom walked with Lord Lin, so he didn't have to worry so much with Lord Wei. The two chatted about their children and then parted ways after leaving the palace.

Zhou Shuren had just returned to the Ministry of Revenue when Zhang Jinghong came in and said, "Sir, I want to buy a house."

Zhou Shuren motioned for Zhang Jinghong to sit down, "The house is already there, do you still want to change it?"

Zhang Jinghong nodded. "The location of my current house is not very good. I want to move to another one."

Zhou Shuren narrowed his eyes, "Your change of house was fake, the main purpose was to test you."

Zhang Jinghong was silent for a moment, "Yes."

The emperor has been very tolerant of him in recent years, and he wanted to test the waters for the sake of his son.

Zhou Shuren, "Do you want to hear my opinion?"

"I am very grateful for your advice, sir."

Zhou Shuren's eyes were complicated. "My opinion is that you can change the house, but you can't buy it from the Ministry of Household Affairs. The house that the Ministry of Household Affairs currently has is in a very good location. You have been occupying a position in the Ministry of Household Affairs without being promoted, which is already an eyesore. If you occupy a house in a good location, it will be too conspicuous."

He paused and continued, "I'll give you a piece of advice. When it comes to the relationship between ruler and subject, the ruler comes first. The ruler can test the subject, and the subject just needs to be content. Do you understand?"

Zhang Jinghong stood up and bowed, "I understand. Thank you for your kind advice, sir."

Zhou Shuren watched Zhang Jinghong all the way to today and added, "Your hard work has paid off. You've already gotten it, haven't you?"

Zhang Jinghong was stunned for a moment, then smiled, "Your Excellency is right."

He did get what he deserved. The emperor was very tolerant of him, his son grew up healthy, and no one in the capital made things difficult for him anymore. He had already gained a lot.

In Zhoujia Village, Changzhong and Minghui came back. Minghui discovered, "Why are there so many students in the village?"

Changzhong pointed at himself and said, "I am your uncle and I am at the top of the list. Your ranking is also good, plus the other children in the clan also did well in the exam. Students all come here to ask for advice."

Ming Qing said, "Anyone else who wants to join the clan school, have you seen the parents who brought their children here?"

Minghui hadn't noticed it at first, but after a closer look, he saw that there were indeed many people with children. "The clan school is going to be busy again."

Changzhong smiled and said, "The clan school is becoming more and more famous."

Ming and Qing also smiled. The Zhou family was getting better and better. It was not about money but the foundation accumulated slowly. The Zhou family was highly respected in the local area. This was the result of the efforts of every member of the family.

As the carriage continued to move, Changzhong could hear the sound of children reciting their lessons. Almost all the children in Zhoujia Village went to school, not only the children of the Zhou family, but also the children of other surnames in the village.

Changzhong heard the little girl's clear voice again, and the smile in his eyes deepened. His mother became the dean of a girls' college, and her hometown was proud of it. Girls also gained a higher status through education.

Minghui leaned against the carriage window and said, "Zhoujia Village is still the best."

He has been to many places, but the people of his hometown are still vivid and lively.

The group went to the ethnic school. There was a long queue outside the entrance. All of them wanted their children to attend the school. The parents who were selected were very happy and the children also puffed out their chests.

Minghui looked at it for a while and said, "Uncle, I'm going to Lijia Village. My cousin did well in the exam this time. I'm going to visit my uncle and aunt."

Chang Zhong: "Okay."

In Chuanzhou City, Chang Zhi met the protagonist of recent gossip, the married daughter of the An family. He didn't get off the carriage last time, so he was silent when he saw her today. He thought she was a beauty, but unexpectedly she was a short and fat woman.

The woman wore a lot of jewelry on her head, which was dazzling even from a distance. It was really hard to describe.

The servant was also dumbfounded, "When I heard the voice, I thought it was a beauty."

Changzhi, "Let's go."

The servant muttered, "I don't know who the next buyer is."

"It has nothing to do with us."

The servant was extremely curious. Last time he blocked the road, he only heard the sound. Now that he saw the real face, he could tell at a glance that the person was not someone to be trifled with. He shivered and hurried to catch up with his master.

Changzhi went out today to meet someone. His student character was too useful. He had indeed been studying abroad and his character had never collapsed. He arrived at the agreed teahouse.

Changzhi entered the private room and said embarrassedly, "I was delayed by something just now, so I'm a little late."

Qian Jiang said: "I came too early."

Changzhi continued, "I have already finished reading the book that I borrowed from Brother Qian, and I brought it with me this time."

Qian Jiang took the book and said, "If you want to read any other books, just tell me. I have quite a collection of books at home."

Changzhi smiled and asked, "Brother Qian, you are already a man and not very old, are you not going to continue taking the exam?"

Qian Jiang sneered, "I am a spontaneous person who cannot stand being restricted. My father has not asked me to continue taking the exam. It is enough for me to have a good reputation."

Changzhi only heard the strong sarcasm in his tone, "Brother Qian, are you dissatisfied?"

Qian Jiang was dissatisfied, "It's too dark."

Changzhi understood that “where there is black, there is white.”

Don't generalize. My dad and I are all good family members.

Qian Jiang, "I've lost interest a long time ago."

Regardless of right or wrong, he feels tired after seeing so much, so he might as well live a carefree life now.

Changzhi felt sorry because Qian Jiang was a man of talent and ideas, otherwise he would not have made friends with him. He knew that Qian Jiang was not an exception. There were many people like Qian Jiang in the country who were disappointed with the local officials and the court, and had given up their aspirations and ideals and would rather live a stable life.

Qian Jiang narrowed his eyes and asked, "Brother Zhou, do you want to continue taking the exam?"

Chang Zhi, "Why not? If there is a mountain, I will climb over it. No matter how high the mountain is, there will be a time to climb over it."

Qian Jiang took a sip of tea and said, "Naive."

Changzhi, "."

Although he has a powerful father and has been very successful in his career as an official, he still has the necessary brains, and what he wants to express is the spirit of not being afraid of difficulties!

Changzhi felt upset again. Qian Jiang had tried hard at the beginning, but he lost his original intention after seeing too much!

(End of this chapter)