Chapter 1187: Personality and Appearance

After leaving the government office, Zhulan asked, "What happy thing happened to you?"

These days, he comes back with a frown on his face every day, which shows that something big has happened to him.

Zhou Shuren rubbed his hands, "You're talking about me. I haven't brought money home for a long time. My salary has increased a lot but it's still not enough for the family. This time I can bring in a big amount."

Zhulan, "Hmm?"

Zhou Shuren took out the paper from his arms, "This is an imperial decree. I want to keep it sealed."

Zhulan looked at the cursive word "Zhun" and asked, "What did the emperor agree with you about?"

"I accepted bribes under orders. Let me tell you, today Rong Enqing gave me a slap in the face. Fifty thousand taels. Don't mention how jealous I am. Rong Enqing has been teasing Gu Ren for a long time. I did the math for him. From the registration with the Ministry of Commerce to the work of the Maritime Affairs Bureau, this kid has made a lot of money."

He was really jealous and anxious. His wife had worked so hard to run the household and had saved for so many years, but she still didn't make as much money as Rong Enqing had earned in just this short period of time!

Zhulan said, "You know how many times the Zhang family has tried to kill us."

Zhou Shuren narrowed his eyes. His wife really understood him. "I understand. I will definitely give up this time and give some to Rongchuan. It will be a token of my appreciation."

If he was not afraid of peeling off too much skin and making the emperor feel uncomfortable, he would not want to share it with Rongchuan. Rongchuan would be the most generous one in the future. However, Rongchuan is his son-in-law, so Rongchuan would not take it back and would return it to him!

Zhu Lan laughed, "The Emperor can see through your little thoughts at a glance."

"Even if I'm just pretending, that's my attitude, right? I still have to express my attitude. If I don't express it, how can the emperor know what I'm thinking?"

Many misunderstandings between people are caused by not expressing themselves. Everyone thinks the other person can express themselves. In fact, if you don’t speak, no one knows what you are thinking!

The next morning, Changyi followed his father to the government office, "Dad, you're not going to the morning court today?"

Zhou Shuren, "No morning court today."

Chang Yi was stunned, "No morning court?"

This was the first time since the founding of the dynasty that the emperor had shown favoritism to hardworking people. The morning court sessions had never been interrupted. Even when the crown prince was not under house arrest, the morning court sessions would continue and the crown prince would preside over them.

Zhou Shuren looked at Chang Yi with the corner of his eye, without explaining. The emperor's play had entered the second stage. In order to make the performance more realistic, he naturally could not get up for the morning court. "The embassy has been completed. Do you have any ideas?"

Chang Yi's heart moved. His father had been too busy recently. After his mission was completed, he returned to the Ministry of Rites to deal with various trivial matters. This was the first time his father mentioned his mission to him. "Dad, I want to go to the embassy. The new embassy is already in operation. I want to go in to accumulate reception experience and practice my spoken English. What do you think?"

Zhou Shuren stroked his beard, not pretending to be cool, but getting used to it. "Well, it's indeed a good place. It's great that you have plans. You can talk to Wu Ming today and he will help you arrange it."

This kid Wu Ming is going to fly. He has laid a good foundation in recent years and has joined the Ministry of Personnel. Wow, this guy will be promoted even faster!

Changyi took note. Dad told him this, so Wu Ming must have heard what Dad said. "I thought you would ask Lord Wang for help!"

Zhou Shuren glanced at him and said, "Are you stupid? Wang Ju doesn't owe us anything, it's just an engagement. On the contrary, I owe Mr. Wang some favors for his advice. Would I go to such lengths to do him a favor? Favors are hard to repay! The favors we owe to our family are too valuable now. Wu Ming is different. He owes us too much."

Chang Yi smiled and said, "My son thinks it's simple."

Zhou Shuren, "However, Wu Ming is also considered a family member. We can no longer say whether it is a favor or not. We are truly close relatives, so it is normal for him to help."

After saying this, Zhou Shuren turned his head to look at Chang Yi, "I, your father, have made some connections, and you should also make a lot of connections. You can't slack off, and you have to keep your eyes open and have good character."

Chang Yi carefully wrote down his father's teachings. He wished he could engrave them in his mind. "Son, I remember it."

"Well, you also need to make good use of your face. Since you have a simple and honest face, you need to maintain your personality. I recently heard that you are hardworking, sincere, and good at socializing. That's good."

Chang Yi touched his face. It turned out that his face was so amazing. However, "Dad, what is the personality?"

Zhou Shuren patiently explained the character settings, and concluded, "Officials are more or less wearing masks. Well, once you reach a certain position, you will understand it deeply."

Chang Yi understood. He understood, he understood too well. His old man had many faces!

Chang Yi then frowned, "Wouldn't Ming Rui be at a disadvantage? He is the best boy in our family."

Zhou Shuren felt heartbroken and touched his face. If it weren't for his own strong abilities, he would really be unpopular. "You don't understand. Good looks have many advantages. It's easy to gain favor."

Appearance. In ancient times, there were many places where people valued appearance!

Chang Yi, "......."

The Ministry of Revenue arrived first. Zhou Shuren taught his son and got off the carriage happily. He waved to his second son and reminded him, "Be careful on the road."

Changyi was excited and felt the deep fatherly love!

At the Zhou family, Zhulan heard some gossip. It happened yesterday afternoon. There was big news in Yao Hou Mansion again. Su Xuan went out and described it in vivid detail.

Zhulan, "Divorce? Yao Zheyu even moved out of Yaohou Mansion?"

Su Xuan nodded, "Yes, we moved yesterday afternoon and are now living in County Master Shen's dowry house."

Su Xuan was shocked when she heard the news. It was really bizarre that they were getting a divorce for their mother who had died many years ago, and it was their son who was getting a divorce for their mother!

Zhulan was stunned. She was also shocked by this operation. However, Yao Zheyu dared to do this, he must have obtained the emperor's permission!

Zhao was stunned, "Oh my God!"

Zhulan was the first one to remain calm. It was indeed huge news to her that everyone in the room was from ancient times.

Xue Han came back to her senses, "Divorce is not easy, unless there is something serious."

Zhulan thought of Yao Zheyu’s mother. Having poisoned his two wives, Yao Wenqi will also be remembered in history books. What a ruthless man!

Su Xuan frowned, "What could it be?"

Xue Han, "I heard from my mother that the symptoms of Master Yao's mother's death were similar to those of Bai's."

Zhao took a breath of cold air, "No way!"

Su Xuan thought about it, "It might be true. Lord Yao and Prince Yao entered the palace yesterday."

Zhulan thought more and should have sufficient evidence, but the emperor had no intention of taking any action against Yao Wenqi, so he kept him in suspense.

In the Ronghou Mansion, Gu Ren could no longer keep calm in the front hall. They had used harmful ointments to control many people, some of them for a long time. The larger the amount needed, the more they would lose control if more stuff was not shipped in. He knew how people would look when they lost their minds and became really ruthless, the situation would be ruined.

Gu Ren frowned. Moreover, regarding Yao Wenqi's matter, Yao Wenqi was able to let others find evidence. Gu Ren felt uneasy. He could not contact Yao Wenqi at all now.

Rong Enqing returned home, "Why are you rushing to find me? What's the urgent matter?"