Chapter 57 How about I suggest a marriage proposal for you?
In the Book of Hundred Worlds, another year has passed.
During the past few years in Xueyang County, Xiao Mo built water conservancy projects, personally went to the fields to farm, and modified the plow from a straight shaft to a curved shaft.
The curved plow is labor-saving to operate and is suitable for paddy fields and dry land.
Based on his own experience, Xiao Mo wrote "Northern and Southern Agricultural Books".
Based on the differences in land between the north and the south, the book emphasizes "intensive cultivation", "three plowing and three harrowing", "sowing when the soil is moist", and "pressing the green and fertile land", and tries to be written in detail.
And Xiao Mo took the lead in promoting it in Xueyang County.
The following year, the people of Xueyang County had a bumper harvest.
Xiao Mo then presented this book to His Majesty.
The King of Qi was very happy.
The next morning at court, the King of Qi discussed the matter with his ministers and finally decided to print the book and distribute it to the world.
Every official must read it carefully as it is a subject of assessment.
The following year, Xiao Mo received an imperial edict.
Xiao Mo will be transferred back to Beijing and promoted to Minister of Works.
Xiao Mo was not surprised by this promotion.
Because Xiao Mo had been exchanging letters with Zhang Qianzhi on weekdays, he vaguely knew that he and the prime minister wanted to transfer him back.
The day Xiao Mo left office.
Along the way, the people of Qingyang County offered them farewell drinks and saw them off for several miles.
After returning to the imperial capital, Xiao Mo immediately went to the palace to report to the emperor.
When he saw Xiao Mo, Lord Qi was slightly surprised.
The King of Qi still remembered his handsome scholar-like appearance when he entered the palace for the examination twelve years ago.
Now, twelve years later, Xiao Mo's skin has become darker and his physique is stronger than before, like an ordinary citizen who often does farm work and is exposed to the wind and sun.
There was a hint of maturity and stability in his brow.
However, compared to before, Lord Qi naturally prefers Xiao Mo's current appearance.
"Your Majesty, I am Xiao Mo, your servant, and I pay my respects to you!" Xiao Mo bowed.
"My dear, there is no need to be so polite."
Lord Qi hurried down the stairs and helped Xiao Mo up, his eyes full of admiration.
"I heard that you personally cultivate the farmland and build water conservancy projects. Seeing your appearance today, I can see that the rumors are indeed true.
The "Northern and Southern Agricultural Books" written by you have been spread throughout the world, and now the people of Da Qi call you the Agricultural Saint.
"It is a blessing for our Great Qi to have you, my beloved minister!"
"Your Majesty, you are overly kind. I have only been fulfilling my duty. Moreover, the harvest is plentiful throughout the country. Your Majesty is wise and wise, and the government is harmonious. Even without me, the world would still be blessed with a bountiful harvest."
"Hahaha, how did you learn to flatter? If you are just doing your duty, then every official in the world, every one of them, is unqualified!"
Listening to Master Qi's words, Xiao Mo just smiled and said nothing.
Lord Qi pulled Xiao Mo aside and asked him about some things that had happened to him over the years. Xiao Mo answered them one by one.
The more Master Qi listened to Xiao Mo's report, the more comfortable he felt.
There is no monarch who doesn't like officials who get things done.
"My dear, you are now thirty years old and still unmarried. How about I suggest a marriage for you?" asked the King of Qi.
Xiao Mo quickly stood up and bowed deeply. "Thank you, Your Majesty, for your kindness. It is my honor to be able to help me find a partner. However, Your Majesty, I already have someone I love. I will die!"
"Alas, you..." Lord Qi sighed. He naturally knew about Xiao Mo's situation. "The immortal and the mortal are separated. Why do you need to wait any longer?"
"." Xiao Mo said nothing.
"Forget it." The Lord of Qi waved his hand. "My dear minister, you are tired from the journey, and you came to the palace to chat with me for such a long time. Go down and have a good rest first."
"Thank you, Your Majesty! I will take my leave."
After Xiao Mo left the imperial study, a concubine came forward and massaged Qi Zhu's shoulders: "This Xiao Aiqing is truly a loyal and devoted lover."
"It's good to be loyal and righteous." Lord Qi nodded and looked outside the imperial study. "It's also fine if we don't get married."
Seven days later, the imperial edict arrived and Xiao Mo was promoted to Minister of Works.
Four years later, Xiao Mo was promoted to Minister of Works.
With such a fast promotion, he is truly rising to the top.
At this time, Xiao Mo was only thirty-six years old.
Many people's political careers have just begun, but Xiao Mo has already reached a high position.
But everyone in the court knew that being a Minister of Works would not be Xiao Mo's end.
Moreover, Xiao Mo lives a very self-disciplined life. He does not go to brothels, does not accept gifts, and usually just reads books.
The censors wanted to find no dirt on Xiao Mo.
In the eighth year since Xiao Mo came to Beijing, Prime Minister Fang tried to reform the law.
Fang Ling's reform had been planned for a long time and was supported by the King of Qi.
However, this time the reform of Fangling involved aristocratic families, and the resistance was too great.
Within a few days, countless impeachment memorials were flying around the court.
Zhang Qianzhi entered the court at this time and stood on Fang Ling's side.
At this time, Xiao Mo naturally also stood on the side of the reform faction.
Ever since Xiao Mo entered the court, everyone in the court knew the relationship between Xiao Mo and Mr. Zhang.
The reason why Xiao Mo was able to be promoted so quickly was not just because of his merits, but also to a large extent, it was because of Prime Minister Fang and Zhang Qianzhi.
After all, it is too idealistic to only talk about achievements in the court. It is more about human relationships and worldly affairs.
So with the support of the King of Qi, the reform centered around Zhang Qianzhi, Fang Ling and Xiao Mo was completely launched.
In the past, Xiao Mo would return to the village every two years, but because there were too many reform affairs, Xiao Mo had to stay in the imperial city in recent years.
Fortunately, Xiao Mo and Xiao Qing often exchanged letters.
But just when the reform was going smoothly, the King of Qi fell seriously ill.
Six years later, the King of Qi died and the crown prince succeeded to the throne.
The new ruler does not seem to have the determination and courage of the previous emperor, and he cannot resist those aristocratic clans.
In the end, the reform failed.
Zhang Qianzhi was already over ninety years old. It was extremely difficult for Mr. Zhang to live to over ninety years old and even preside over the reform. He was only able to survive with his last breath.
The reform failed, and Zhang Qianzhi lost all his courage. He was completely disheartened and submitted a petition to retire and return to his hometown, completely ignoring the affairs of state. He felt that at most he would only live for one or two years.
Fang Ling, who is in his sixties, was transferred out of Beijing.
Because Xiao Mo was so famous and his reforms were for the benefit of the people, those aristocratic families did not dare to impeach him because of his reputation.
But Xiao Mo felt that he would be constantly excluded in the capital, so it would be better for him to leave.
So Xiao Mo took the initiative to transfer to Beihai Prefecture.
At this time, Xiao Mo was already forty-six years old. Because of his old age and excessive work in the reform, there were already many silver strands in his temples.
Before taking office, Xiao Mo returned to Shiqiao Village.
Twenty-seven years have passed since Xiao Mo passed the imperial examination and became the top scorer.
During this period, many people passed away.
Among them are the old village chief and Aunt Chen.
"The tomb of Wang Can, clerk of Qingshan County and head of Shiqiao Village."
"The tomb of Wang Can's wife, Chen Hong."
Xiao Mo stood in front of the tombstones, looking at the two tombstones next to each other. His expression was calm, but he felt a little uncomfortable in his heart.
(End of this chapter)
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