Chapter 177 Chapter 177 Unwilling
Qingshi Village is very lively today.
Early in the morning, many guests came to the village. In addition to the invited scholars, there were also people who were related to Qingshi Village, as well as some who came uninvited.
Anyone who comes is a guest, so Qingshi Village will naturally not deliberately chase them away.
The place where the village held the banquet this time was still the open space in front of the ancestral hall.
Next to the ancestral hall is the village school.
Hearing that Fu Wenxiao would occasionally come to the village school to teach the children, the scholars present were very interested and went to the village school to take a look.
There were no classes in the village school today. After all, it was such a good day and the adults all went to help. There was no one in the village school except for the teacher, so naturally the children were not restricted from studying.
The children had a day off and ran from one end of the village to the other, having a lot of fun.
The teacher in the village school was stopped by the scholars for questioning. Of course, the one who asked the most questions was Fu Wenxiao, the champion of the provincial examination.
They said with envy: "When Fu Jieyuan taught the children before, you should have been there to listen? Did you benefit a lot from it?"
Sir: “…Exactly.”
In fact, the content of Fu Jieyuan’s lectures to those children was very simple, and the children could not understand if it was too profound.
Mr. Wang also took advantage of the convenience and went to Fu Jieyuan for advice on writing after class. He really gained a lot from it, which was also the reason why he was willing to apply for the job under Mr. Wang.
"I heard that this village school was built with money from Fu Jieyuan. Fu Jieyuan is really a kind-hearted person."
Mr.: "No, it was built by Madam Fu, and it was Madam Fu who paid for the free lunch for the children, and required that both boys and girls could attend school."
"Ah? It's Madam Fu?"
“…”
Then it was the turn of the teacher in the village school to pull them aside and tell them who advocated the establishment of the village school, what the rules of the village school were, and what expectations he had for the village school.
In fact, the teacher in the village school admired Fu Wenxiao at first.
Later, he admired Madam Fu even more. It was she who proposed to set up a village school, it was she who set the rules of the village school, and it was she who proposed to allow all boys and girls in the village to attend school together. This is what the saints said about teaching without distinction, regardless of status or gender...
After a long time, he finally understood Madam Fu's good intentions.
After visiting the village school, someone suggested going to see the place where Fu Jieyuan used to live in the village, thinking that it must be a place with good feng shui, otherwise how could it produce a Jieyuan?
This statement attracted a lot of approval.
They went straight to the village chief and asked him to take them there, saying they wanted to have a tour.
village head:"……"
When the village chief heard this, he wondered if these scholars had become stupid from reading too much.
When the news of Fu Wenxiao's success in the imperial examination came, many scholars had already visited Qingshi Village. They came to Qingshi Village specifically, saying that they wanted to experience for themselves the place where Fu Jieyuan once lived. If the village chief had not been on strict guard, I am afraid they would have wanted to live in the house that once belonged to the Fu family in the village.
Although I didn't live there, I heard that someone climbed over the wall and got in.
When the neighbor who lived next door to the Fu family saw this, he quickly went to tell the village chief. The village chief thought that a thief had broken in, so he brought people to check, and finally rescued a scholar with a broken leg.
Because of this incident, the village chief has a psychological trauma.
Fortunately, except for some more radical ones, other scholars still act with moderation.
Even so, Qingshi Village has had many scholars coming from far away every day recently. They treat Qingshi Village as some kind of famous scenic spot and come for a stroll. If it is late, they will ask the villagers to stay overnight, and the villagers can also make some money from them.
This led to a sudden surge in the villagers' income.
So the village chief turned a blind eye to these things and let them do what they wanted.
Just when the village chief was about to refuse, the Fu family finally returned to the village. The scholars no longer surrounded the village chief, but ran to find Fu Wenxiao.
The village chief finally breathed a sigh of relief.
**
Seeing Fu Wenxiao being enthusiastically surrounded by those scholars, Yu Li took Zhou and the two children away.
She no longer worried that Fu Wenxiao would be molested by others. With his strength, no one could take advantage of him.
Yu Li took Zhou and Fu Yanhui to a nearby thatched hut to rest. There was a group of old ladies sitting there talking. When they saw Zhou, they greeted her warmly.
They also pulled Yu Li aside to talk and thanked her for funding the village school.
"Li Niang is a good person. Fortunately, you set up a village school and paid for their lunch. The children are now well fed and have grown up well. They can also read and write their own names. Even if they cannot work in the fields in the future, they can find a job in the city to support themselves."
The person who was speaking was an old lady with gray hair. Her grandson was born prematurely and was very weak. Even at the age of seven or eight, he was still skinny and frail, and it was obvious that he could not do farm work.
She used to worry about what to do in the future since she only had this one grandson.
Now, the grandson has entered the village school and is said to learn very quickly. The teacher has praised him many times, saying that he is a good student. The old lady does not dare to expect her grandson to pass the imperial examination in the future, as long as he can find a job to support himself.
The people around were also grateful to Yu Li, because they were all beneficiaries of the village school to some extent and naturally could not forget their roots.
From time to time, the village chief would tell the villagers how much the village school cost per month, and that the money was all paid by Li Niang.
After saying it so many times, the villagers also remember it.
As they were talking, Yu Li suddenly saw Boss Tu and Xuan Huaiqing who came with Boss Tu.
She was a little surprised, went over to greet them, and asked, "Master Xuan, why are you here?"
Xuan Huaiqing smiled and said, "I heard that your village is going to hold a banquet, so I came here to share in the good fortune."
Being happy was secondary. He had heard that Fu Wenxiao was going to take part in the imperial examination next spring, and that Yu Li was going to go to Beijing with him, so he could not sit still and came here.
Xuan Huaiqing asked seriously, "Miss Yu, are you really going to Beijing?"
"Yes." Yu Li nodded. Seeing that there were many people here, he led him to the side to talk, "Prepare to set off on the 16th."
Hearing this, Xuan Huaiqing showed hesitation on his face, and was about to say something but stopped: "Miss Yu, the situation in the capital... I'm afraid it's not very good. You also know Fu Xiao's identity. Once he enters the capital, there will be many people watching him. I'm afraid he won't be able to live in peace."
Yu Li said: "I know."
"Then you..." Xuan Huaiqing frowned and looked at her, thinking that she really shouldn't get involved in those things.
In his opinion, Yu Li was a very simple and straightforward woman, she was used to being straightforward, without so many twists and turns. Those people in the capital city, each of them had eight hundred minds, and they were afraid that someone would do something bad to her. As the saying goes, it is easy to dodge a gun, but it is difficult to guard against an arrow from the dark.
If Fu Xiao wants to return to Beijing, he can go back by himself. She doesn't need to get involved. She can stay in Shanping County and it won't be too late to go back to Beijing after he has dealt with things in Beijing.
Yu Li looked calm, "Since I am married to him, I will naturally face the ups and downs with him." Then he smiled again, "Master Xuan, don't worry, no one can plot against me."
It would be fine if she didn't notice it, but if she found out, she would definitely fight back against anyone who dared to plot against her.
She felt that Xuan Huaiqing thought too highly of her. In fact, she was not an easy person to talk to. It would be fine if others did not offend her. But if they did, although she would not kill them, she would be able to turn them into disabled people.
The person is ruined and has been like that for the rest of his life. She was really harsh in doing this.
Xuan Huaiqing looked at her. Although she was very confident, he was still a little worried.
But as she said, she and Fu Wenxiao are husband and wife, and it is only natural that she is willing to face the storm in the capital city with Fu Wenxiao.
She is a girl who values love and friendship.
Xuan Huaiqing sighed, "Okay, I hope Miss Yu takes care of herself."
He quickly changed the subject and talked about physical training. The basic physical training had already been promoted in the army. The first group of people who practiced physical training had already finished their training and performed very well on the battlefield. They could fight one against a hundred with very few casualties.
Also, he recently discussed with General Xuan Lao about forming a navy.
"The southern coastal areas are often invaded by Japanese pirates. Countless people have died at their hands. Some coastal villages have even been massacred..." At this point, his face was not very good. He took a deep breath and said, "If we can form a navy, it will be easier to go out to sea and destroy the Japanese pirates in the future."
In fact, this kind of thing should not be said to someone who is not in the military, especially a girl.
Because Yu Li's situation was different, Xuan Huaiqing would always tell her about any plans he had. If they really wanted to go out to sea to suppress the Japanese pirates in the future, he might even ask her to go with them.
Sure enough, after hearing this, Yu Li did not fail to understand or persuade him like the ordinary people. He said directly: "That's good. In fact, there are many treasures overseas. If the court can form a navy to go out to sea in the future, maybe it can bring back high-yield grain from overseas."
"High-yield crops?" Xuan Huaiqing caught the clue instantly and looked at her with burning eyes, "What high-yield crops? How high-yield can they be?"
"It's a kind of food called potatoes, and there's also corn... As for how high the yield is, that depends on the situation. Anyway, it's higher than the food in Daqing. If it can be planted, the people will have one more food to fill their stomachs in the future. If there's a disaster, they can also cope with it..."
Xuan Huaiqing stood there for a long time without saying a word.
He was struck by the news of high grain yields, and all he was thinking about was this. He threw the Japanese pirates aside.
Boss Tu was the same, his face turned red with excitement, and he asked Yu Li to talk more.
As he was speaking, he saw Fu Wenxiao coming over.
"Li Niang, what are you talking about?" he asked with a smile, glancing at Xuan Huaiqing who was distracted, and Boss Tu who was clenching his fists in excitement.
Yu Li asked in surprise: "Xiao brother, why are you here?"
She looked towards the ancestral hall again. There were still many people there. How did he get rid of them and get here?
The place where they were standing was quite remote, behind a lush tree, so few people could notice them being here. They didn't expect that this person could actually find them.
Fu Wenxiao smiled and said, "I saw General Xuan earlier and came over to say hello."
At this time, Xuan Huaiqing said firmly: "I have decided. I will write to the saint and ask him to form a navy!"
If there really is high-yield grain overseas, it is definitely not the barbaric land that people say it is. We should form a navy, go out to sea and take a look, and bring back the high-yield grain.
Fu Wenxiao was stunned for a moment, "Establishing a navy?"
His eyes wandered between Yu Li and Xuan Huaiqing. He wondered what the two had said before that made him want to write a letter to the saint to propose the establishment of a navy.
The navy of the Daqing Dynasty was very weak, almost non-existent.
The imperial court did not attach much importance to overseas countries, believing that they were barbaric lands and not as wealthy as the Daqing Dynasty. In addition, the ocean was too dangerous, so few people dared to go out to sea.
As for the civilian population, although there were merchant ships organized to go out to sea, they did not dare to go far because of the great risks they had to bear and the rampant Japanese pirates and pirates.
Xuan Huaiqing finally noticed him and said excitedly: "Prince Fu, you can also consider forming a navy..."
Considering Fu Xiao's ability, if Fu Xiao returned to Beijing and took power again, he would definitely be able to get the saint to agree to form a navy.
If he were to take action, perhaps the navy of the Daqing Dynasty could be established.
Thinking of this, Xuan Huaiqing looked at him eagerly and said hopefully, "Whether we can build a navy and bring back high-yield grain depends on you, Prince Fu."
"High-yield food?" Fu Wenxiao was also surprised. "Where can I find high-yield food? How high-yield is it?"
Xuan Huaiqing quickly told him what Yu Li had just said.
He did not doubt what Yu Li said. Since she said there was high-yield grain overseas, there must be some.
She had no reason to make up such a lie. She was a "talented person" with a mysterious origin and amazing physical skills. It was normal for her to know that there was high-yield grain overseas.
Because of this belief, he was very concerned about the establishment of a navy and wished that the court would allocate funds immediately to build a navy for him.
After hearing this, Fu Wenxiao couldn't help but look at Yu Li and said, "I know about this."
Although he didn't say anything, it was this attitude that made Xuan Huaiqing feel relieved, knowing that he should have remembered it in his heart. As long as Fu Xiao was willing to remember it, it shouldn't be too difficult to form a navy with his help in the future.
Xuan Huaiqing smiled and said, "Master Fu, this matter depends on you."
After Fu Wenxiao left, Xuan Huaiqing said to Yu Li: "Miss Yu, I know your ability. This time when you come to the capital, you must protect Master Fu. Don't let him get into trouble or spread any death news again."
Xuan Huaiqing placed all his hopes for building a navy on Fu Wenxiao and wished he could live a long time.
At this moment, he was no longer worried about what would happen if Fu Wenxiao came to power in the future. He only hoped that Fu Wenxiao would come to power as soon as possible and do more good things for the country and the people.
In the past, people were afraid of the Prince of Zhenguo because he held too much power.
Behind him are Princess Yuan'an who also holds power, Duke Fu who guards the northern border, and the loyal Fu family army... People always worry that the Fu family has ulterior motives and will rebel.
Xuan Huaiqing thought about the news he had heard before: Princess Yuan'an had taken refuge in the temporary palace and her life or death was unknown, Duke Fu had died, and the news of the "death" of the Duke Zhenguo's son had been spread.
If the Fu family really rebelled, that would be fine. But if the Fu family didn't rebel, but ended up like this...
If it were in the past, he would indeed be wary of Fu Xiao, thinking that this man was ambitious and would definitely not settle down.
Now, in his heart, Fu Wenxiao is still an ambitious person, but because Yu Li is around, he has nothing to worry about.
No matter what happens to Fu Wenxiao in the future, I believe Yu Li will not let him do anything bad.
Although many people are wary of the Prince of Zhenguo, they have to admit that he is indeed a very capable person. If he wants, he can be a capable official and serve the country and the people.
Upon hearing this, Yu Li couldn't help but look at Xuan Huaiqing and said calmly: "He is the partner I chose, of course I will protect him."
Xuan Huaiqing was slightly stunned, then felt a little envious.
He has reached the age to get married. A few days ago, his grandfather urged him to find a girl he likes and marry her. However, it is not so easy to meet a girl he likes.
**
The banquet finally began.
What was unexpected was that even County Magistrate Zhang came, and everyone hurriedly saluted County Magistrate Zhang.
Magistrate Zhang smiled and waved his hand, asking them to stand up. He said, "I am here to ask for a drink today, so don't be restrained."
As soon as he finished speaking, he saw Xuan Huaiqing in the crowd and was suddenly confused.
Why is General Xuan here?
The village chief wanted him to sit in the head seat, but Magistrate Zhang dared not do so. He cautiously came to Xuan Huaiqing and asked him to sit in the head seat.
Xuan Huaiqing gave him an ambiguous look and said, "No need. Please take a seat, Master Zhang."
Seeing that he did not want to reveal his identity, Magistrate Zhang did not want to shout it out in front of the crowd. He sat down nervously, trembling with fear throughout the whole process. There was no trace of the elated feeling he had when he first arrived.
Xuan Huaiqing ignored him, drank a few glasses of wine, and then stood up to leave.
The people around him vaguely understood that his identity was not ordinary, but because he left too quickly and because of Magistrate Zhang's attitude, it was difficult to explore.
As for Fu Wenxiao, there were too many people toasting him, and fortunately the village chief's son was smart and secretly replaced all his wine with water.
This was something Yu Li had specifically told him before, asking him to keep a close eye on Mr. Fu and not let him drink too much.
The reason was that drinking was harmful to the body, and the village chief's son agreed with this. He still remembered Mr. Fu's sickly appearance in the past, and was afraid that he would fall ill again and affect next year's examination.
Everyone from Qingshi Village came to the wedding banquet.
Mr. Yu and his wife were there, as well as people from the main branch of the Yu family, even Yu Qin and the Yang family were there, as well as the Chen family.
Anyway, all the relatives came.
Boss Yu and his family looked very reluctant. In fact, they didn't want to come, but they were unwilling to do so.
Especially Boss Yu, he had an idea in his mind, but he was too embarrassed to do it, so he winked at his wife Chen.
Chen's face was stiff and she didn't want to pay attention to him, but when she thought about her son's future, she was also unwilling to do so.
After the banquet, Chen took her daughter to find Yu Li.
Yu Qin was reluctant, "Mom, you can go by yourself, why are you looking for me? Li Niang... probably doesn't want to see me either."
She felt a little uncomfortable when she said this.
Chen was so angry that she slapped her and said, "You damn girl, can't you bear to see your brothers doing well? If they were doing well, you would have more confidence in the Yang family. It wouldn't be like now, where they don't take you seriously and even take back the house that was given to you as a betrothal gift, forcing us to rent a house..."
Speaking of this, Chen became extremely angry.
The Yang family is a merchant family. They don’t have much, but they have a lot of money.
After Yuqin married into the Yang family, they finally no longer had to rent a house, because the Yang family generously gave Yuqin a house in the county town, and Yuqin let her parents and brothers move in.
But they only lived there for half a year before the Yang family took the house back, and they had no choice but to rent a new one in despair.
What is this?
Boss Yu and the others were very angry and felt that the Yang family was too petty. They went to talk to Yu Qin about this and asked her to buy them a bigger house to live in. They didn't want to rent a house anymore and have to please others.
What else could Yuqin do? She was in a bad situation in the Yang family. Her parents-in-law didn't like her. Although her husband cared about her, he was not in power yet and couldn't just go against his parents-in-law for her.
Of course, the most important thing is that she is married now, and she can't ruin the friendship between her and her husband because of her family.
So she ignored her parents' requests.
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