The journey of the only child of a peasant family to take the imperial examination

Chapter 433 Everyone's Thoughts

Even Fang Ziqi couldn't help but come over to take a look.

I saw Liu Sanlang and four or five colleagues, wearing silver armor, inverted tassel helmets, and long swords at their waists, patrolling on horseback with serious expressions.

When the small vendors in the surrounding area saw the patrolling officials, they consciously moved their stalls back, for fear that they would offend these people from the yamen if they were not careful.

Liu Sanlang was more than a head taller than the people around him and was also very strong. His armor was specially made and looked very majestic when he wore it. Therefore, although he was not the leader, he looked more imposing than his colleagues.

He really looks like the general in the opera, holding a red tasseled spear, with an imposing and majestic demeanor!

Maodan'er held up his face with a look of longing: "My dad is really awesome. When I grow up, it would be nice to be a patrol officer like him!"

Donkey Egg turned around and asked, "Didn't you want to be the gatekeeper? Why did you change your mind now?"

"I now feel that patrolling is more impressive," Maodaner said a little shyly.

Mrs. Xu also laughed and said, "Oh, I didn't expect my eldest son-in-law to be so arrogant. He is usually so simple and naive that I never noticed!"

Daya was somewhat proud of it and smiled, "Sanlang is usually very serious about his work at the yamen. After his shift, he also practices archery and horsemanship diligently. He is much busier than before. Now he can be said to have finally gotten his reward after all the hard work. He has finally made it through!"

After saying that, he hugged the two children and sat back at the table. "Okay, stop looking and eat. If you want to be as impressive as your father, you must first learn to read, okay? Especially you, Maodan'er. During the New Year, the teacher said he would discipline you strictly. You can't just rely on your cleverness and not work hard. You know, a full bucket of water doesn't make a sound, but a half-full one makes a clatter!"

Maodan'er said coquettishly: "Mom, I know everything the teacher taught me!"

"You," Daya touched her son's head, feeling a little doting and a little helpless.

"The child is still young. With his father and uncle around, he won't be bad in the future," Mrs. Xu was busy defending her grandson.

Fang Ziqi also smiled and said, "A tiger father will have a dog son. Donkey Egg and Cat Egg will definitely have a bright future in the future. Big sister, don't worry too much!"

"Fifth brother-in-law, thank you for your good wishes," Daya smiled.

After watching it, everyone sat back at the table to eat.

Fang Ziqi probed, "Ping'an, the imperial examination is over now, and the provincial school is temporarily closed. It's still almost a month before the results are announced. I wonder how you plan to arrange your time during this period?"

"Recently, many of my classmates and friends have sent me invitations to go out for outings. There are also various poetry gatherings, tea parties and other gatherings, where I can make a lot of connections. So even though I don't have classes, I can't take a break for a while," Zhang Pingan replied with a smile.

Fang Ziqi helped pour a glass of wine and said gently, "That's true. Connections are indeed very important!"

After saying this, he sighed, "I am just a scholar, and most of the people I associate with are also scholars. It is difficult for me to break through the circle, and naturally my knowledge is difficult to advance."

Having said that, Zhang Pingan pondered for a moment, then asked, "If you have time, why not come with me?"

Fang Ziqi was overjoyed when he heard this and said with a smile, "I couldn't ask for more! Of course I'm free!"

"But fifth brother-in-law, let me be frank with you. As the saying goes, there are all kinds of people in the world. Some of the scholars are very arrogant. If they know you are a scholar, they may not look at you in a good light. You have to be mentally prepared," Zhang Pingan kindly reminded.

He is also willing to help his brother-in-law without harming his own interests.

After all, a single tree cannot make a forest!

"It's okay, it's not a problem," Fang Ziqi waved his hands quickly, not caring at all.

With Zhang Ping'an's promise, Fang Ziqi was obviously in a better mood. He stood up and toasted everyone present one by one. The atmosphere was very warm!

Seeing this, Erya looked at her man with some disappointment. Look, this fifth brother-in-law is so capable!

He is so good at trying to please others that he has won over his parents and younger brothers!

They are all sons-in-law, but the difference in treatment is too big. Erya couldn't stand it, but she didn't know what to say, so she could only eat more food angrily!

"Second sister, eat slowly and don't overeat. It's still early," Liu Ya advised.

Erya couldn't help but murmur, "Look at Wuya's man. He's so good at saying nice things. He makes your second brother-in-law and your man look like wooden logs!"

Liu Ya smiled faintly after hearing this and said, "Second sister, are you sulking about this?"

"I just can't stand it. He's so smooth-talking and doesn't seem like an honest person," said Erya.

"It's normal that the five fingers stretched out are of different lengths. I think there's nothing wrong with doing what my second brother-in-law and my husband did. My parents and I know what's going on. Don't worry," Liu Ya said calmly.

"Forget it, let's not talk about that!" Erya said, and then glanced at Liuya's belly: "By the way, Wuya is pregnant, you should also hurry up and have a child!"

Speaking of this, Liu Ya was a little shy: "I know, second sister, don't force me to give birth like mother!"

"Is your brother-in-law treating you well?" Erya picked up her chopsticks again and asked with concern while eating.

Liu Ya nodded. "He's quite good. He's kind-hearted, doesn't have any bad intentions, and doesn't move around much. He goes back and forth between home and the government office every day. His only hobby is tinkering with his gadgets. I don't understand them, but I don't interfere. He basically agrees with me on other small matters at home. I think I married the right person!"

"That's good," Erya felt happy for her sister after hearing what Liuya said.

When marrying someone, you don’t need to marry someone who is rich and powerful, but at least he can understand your feelings. That’s considered meeting a good person!

Before I knew it, the meal had lasted almost an hour.

The streets outside were already brightly lit.

Although it was night, it was still lively.

Fang Ziqi enjoyed his meal today very much, and the meal achieved the result he wanted, so he paid the bill very happily and didn't feel bad about the money. You have to give to gain!

Da Ya and Er Ya's families, as well as Zhang and Old Man Zhang, came together in a mule cart. This was bought with some extra money that Liu Sanlang had earned after receiving his salary.

It's convenient to go anywhere.

Therefore, there is no need for anyone to deliver it.

After saying goodbye at the door of the restaurant, Daya and Erya's families and old man Zhang returned to the north of the city together.

Fang Ziqi still remembered to ask the waiter to pack a roast chicken for him to take back for his brother-in-law as a midnight snack.

I have to say that he is very considerate in his dealings with others.

Yu Shiqi had his own mule cart and driver, and they separated at the door and went back to their homes.

When I got home, Qian Youyi had already gone to bed.

After Zhang Ping'an washed up and changed into clean clothes, he went to bed.

There is a heater inside the quilt, so it’s not cold at all.

Have a good night's sleep!

The next morning, Zhang Ping'an got up in high spirits.

During breakfast, the housekeeper brought over a note: "Master, this is Master Lin's reply, inviting you to Tingfeng Pavilion for tea today!"

"Okay, I understand," Zhang Pingan nodded.

Lin Junhui really knows how to choose a place. Drinking tea is much more comfortable than boating.