Chapter 425: Uncle is eager to return home

In the inn beside the official road.

The shopkeeper grabbed a young man by the collar and angrily scolded him, "Look at you, you are dressed like a gentleman, but you want to eat a free meal!"

The young gentleman spread his hands, looking helpless, "I already told you, my wallet has fallen. I will have someone send you the money tomorrow."

"I'm telling you, I've seen a lot of people like you. If you don't give me money, I'll have someone break your legs!"

The shopkeeper obviously thought he was trying to trick him, so he grabbed his collar and refused to give in, even planning to hit him.

At this moment, a silver ingot was thrown on the counter, and a deep and powerful voice came from the door, "Money, I'll pay for him."

When the shopkeeper saw the silver, his face immediately lit up and he quickly let the young man go.

The young man straightened his clothes and immediately went to greet the person at the door, "Thank you for your help..."

Before he finished speaking, he exclaimed in surprise, "Uncle?!"

Xiao Jinxuan was wearing a black robe and a cloak that wrapped himself up so tightly that only his eyes were visible, so it was difficult for him to see.

He motioned to the person behind him to bring in a man who was covered in a serious manner. He then took the whip and took off his gloves. "Why are you here? Why don't you have any followers with you?"

Jiang Yao touched the back of his head and smiled sheepishly, "My mother's birthday is coming soon. I heard that there is a white jade Guanyin in Chuncheng. It is round and smooth, and the Buddha's light shines everywhere. It was blessed by a high monk. So I thought of buying it secretly to give her a surprise."

In order to prevent the news from leaking out, he did not even bring his personal servant with him. As a result, as soon as he arrived in Chuncheng, the banknotes and valuables he had on him were stolen.

Not only did he fail to buy the White Jade Guanyin, he even had trouble returning to Kyoto, which led to him having to dine and dine for free.

He said this pitifully, and when he turned around and saw Xiao Jinxuan, he immediately smiled, "God is so kind to me that I met my uncle in such a poor and remote place. I thought I would have to beg for food and eat free meals all the way back to Beijing."

By that time, I don’t know if he will still have any good arms and legs left.

Xiao Jinxuan lowered his eyes slightly, "I'll have someone take you back later."

Jiang Yao was a little surprised, "My uncle is not going back to Beijing? I thought he would be eager to go home since he has two beautiful wives waiting for him at home."

"What do you mean by beauty?" Xiao Jinxuan frowned in confusion.

Jiang Yao said: "These are the two concubines that the Empress personally selected for you, my uncle. They have been sent to the palace. Don't you know about it, my uncle? You shouldn't have said that. If you don't agree, who would dare to take them into the palace..."

Who dares to take people to the mansion...

Who else would dare to do that except that bold and reckless little girl?

Xiao Jinxuan was so angry that he laughed. "If you want to come with me, don't sleep at night and hurry with me."

He was so lazy that he didn't even bother to take a rest and set off immediately.

Jiang Yao looked at the posture, it seemed that he was not eager to return home, but rather he was preparing to go back to settle accounts with someone at lightning speed.

…

In Prince Xuan's mansion, Xie Zhuoning was writing a letter to his father and younger brother.

I heard that there have been frequent disturbances on the Northern Qi border recently, causing a few minor riots, as if they were deliberately provoking.

The three-man scout team led by Xie Minglang actually wiped out the enemy's team of several hundred people by shuttling through the terrain. Even Xie Ting, who always had a bad face towards his own son, praised them three times.

Who would have thought that the lazy guy back then could now be able to stand on his own.

Just after I finished writing and sealed it with honey wax, Song Lan came in and said, "Princess, Smart is calling you."

Xie Zhuoning handed the sealed letter to Xia Ju, who turned around and walked out.

She walked from the desk to the front hall and looked at the four people kneeling in a row below.

"I have something for you to do. Remember to do it in secret..."

She lowered her voice and explained everything clearly. After receiving the order, the four people bowed and immediately withdrew silently, as if they had never been there.

Xie Zhuoning was still not used to using the people Xiao Jinxuan gave her, but Murong Yan was preparing for the exam recently, and she didn't want to delay the promotion of a powerful official.

But thinking of Murong Yan, she remembered one thing, "Mr. Murong's family background is not prominent, so he needs to find a master."

In fact, students who took part in the Spring Examination were considered to be students of the chief examiner of that year, and students who passed the prefectural examination and entered the palace examination were considered to be students of the emperor.

But with so many students, who can care about only a few except for the outstanding ones?

Therefore, students with connections will find a teacher in advance. When they enter officialdom in the future, not only will the teacher support them, but if the teacher has a high status, others will also take good care of the students for the sake of the teacher.

Xie Zhuoning not only wanted to find a master for Murong Yan, he also wanted him to find the best one.

Right Prime Minister Sima He? He has a bad temper and is the same as the Crown Prince. He is definitely not suitable.

Grand Tutor? He is too old. He has been lying in bed for many years. It is unknown who will die first between him and Emperor Zhaowen.

The Left Prime Minister Shen Li'an is quite good. He has an upright character and is a veteran of three dynasties. Not only does he have many students all over the world, but he is also deeply loved by scholars.

But he had always looked down on her, and when he heard that Xiao Jinxuan was going to marry her, he was the one who opposed it the most fiercely.

"But Shen Lian seems to have taught Xiao Jinxuan before. Let him come back and talk about the relationship. Maybe it will work."

When Xie Zhuoning thought of Xiao Jinxuan, he became distracted.

I don't know how he is doing now, whether he is in danger, and how many days it will take for him to come back...

But when she thought about the mess in the house, she immediately shook her head and felt that it would not be a bad thing for him to come back late.

…

At this moment, in the East Palace.

Jiang Yingxue walked into the study and saw Xiao Bicheng smiling, which was rare. She couldn't help but raise her lips, "Your Highness the Crown Prince is so happy? Is there something good?"

Xiao Bicheng looked up and saw her coming. He waved to her and asked her to come over. "Xue'er, come and have a look. This is the list of students with more potential in this spring exam. I plan to recruit them in advance to serve me. What do you think?"

Jiang Yingxue was also famous for her talent. After hearing this, she paused for a moment and said, "This is a very good move. These students have been chosen by the prince before they even take the imperial examination. They will have the impression that you, the prince, value their talents. When they pass the imperial examination in the future, they will be even more devoted to you."

Xiao Bicheng laughed heartily, "Haha, you think this is a good idea too, don't you? This idea was suggested to me by Yu'er. I must find a chance to reward her for being so clever."

Hearing this, Jiang Yingxue's heart started pounding and she felt a sense of crisis.

When she heard that the prince had stayed in Shen Shuyu's palace for several nights, she didn't think much of it.

Others may not know the inside story, so how could she not know?

The prince's life was destroyed by Xie Zhuoning a long time ago, and he couldn't even consummate his marriage, so how could he be favored?

But now, hearing that the prince talks about Yu'er all the time, it can be seen that Shen Shuyu is gradually occupying an important position in the prince's heart.

Her son will definitely be the future crown prince, but she may not necessarily be the future queen or queen mother.

The existing Queen Mother Yin is an example.

If the prince really fell in love with Shen Shuyu, then her position as the queen might not be secure...

It seems that she has to find an opportunity to get rid of Shen Shuyu.

The position of Mother of the World can only be hers!

Xiao Bicheng was completely unaware of the emotional changes of the people around him, and was still immersed in the list. "This guy called Murong Yan, I heard that many students are friends with him, so we have to pay special attention to him..."