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

Although he still doesn't understand why Brother Luo, a scholar who once worked in the government, has ended up in such a situation.

But it won’t be a good experience after all.

Now that Zhao Renzhi is with him, it is not convenient, so he plans to go to Luo's house tomorrow to ask in detail.

The owner of the drug store also arrived late at this time. It was obvious that he knew Zhao Renzhi, and he bowed deeply when they met.

He smiled apologetically and said, "Just now, a waiter came to the back hall to look for me, saying that a young general came to buy ginseng. I didn't expect it to be Lord Zhao. I'm sorry for not welcoming you. Please forgive me!"

"Stop talking nonsense, I'm still busy. How much is this ginseng? Just name your price." Zhao Renzhi knew that he couldn't give these people a good face, so he didn't say politely.

The shopkeeper's expression did not change. After thinking for a while with his head down, he raised his finger and made a one gesture.

He said, "Since Lord Zhao wants to buy it, I won't hesitate to ask for it. 100 taels, the purchase price!"

Zhao Renzhi didn't believe that it was the purchase price, but he also knew that the other party really didn't make any money.

So he didn't hesitate and took out a silver note worth one hundred taels from his pocket and handed it over.

Zhang Ping'an definitely couldn't let him pay for this. How could he invite someone to dinner and then have them help wash the dishes? That wasn't right.

After arguing for a long time, the two sides finally returned Zhao Renzhi's money. Zhang Ping'an paid for the ginseng and medicine together, a total of one hundred and twenty taels.

Brother Luo was watching from the side, wanting to say something, his lips moved a few times, but in the end he said nothing. There was nothing he could do, when people are poor they have low aspirations!

This silver is just a small amount of money to Zhang Pingan now, so he doesn't care about it.

Mr. Luo's family left a good impression on him, not to mention that they had helped their family so much in the past. If it weren't for their family's matchmaking and introducing Doctor Fu to them, he would have been in a very good position.

I'm afraid that he will be short of money to study later, and the Zhang family will not have such a good life.

"Brother Luo, please leave me your address. I will bring someone to check on you tomorrow morning. I can also have the doctor take your pulse again. I believe that Uncle Luo is a lucky man and will be fine!

My brother-in-law and I just arrived today, and we haven't officially reported to the military camp yet. We still have a lot of things unpacked, and everything is a mess. This is really not a good time, so please forgive me, Brother Luo!"

Zhang Pingan said as he handed the medicine to Brother Luo.

Hearing this, Brother Luo waved his hands repeatedly, his voice choking with emotion as he said, "Ping'an, you helped me buy medicine and spent so much money. I'm already very sorry. Now my family is penniless and I have nothing to repay you with. Saying this again is really embarrassing. Just come over whenever it's convenient for you. There's always someone at home."

After saying that, he asked the waiter for a piece of paper, picked up a pen, wrote the address on it and handed it to Zhang Pingan.

Seeing this, Zhao Renzhi was somewhat impressed. He didn't expect that the man could read.

It’s just that his life is so miserable!

After sending Brother Luo back, Zhang Pingan felt a little heavy-hearted.

But with Zhao Renzhi beside him, and someone had just helped him so much, he certainly couldn't give him a cold shoulder.

In order to avoid misunderstanding, Zhang Pingan had to cheer up.

Kaifeng is an old city and is located in the heart of the Central Plains. For thousands of years, wars have basically not been able to bypass here.

It was occupied by the Tatars for a period of time, and later taken over by Bai Chao. Over the years, except for the necessary stores for food, clothing, housing and transportation, all other stores had been closed down.

The gap between the rich and the poor in the city is huge.

The restaurant that Zhao Renzhi took Zhang Pingan to was Guangkelou, the largest restaurant in Kaifeng City.

It is six stories high and very magnificent.

The chefs are carefully selected and have excellent skills.

There were also young and beautiful singing and dancing prostitutes walking around, pouring wine and serving food to the guests.

It's a real den of money!

"Come and see what you want to eat. Don't be polite to me, both of you. Let me be the host today," Zhao Renzhi laughed happily.

It was obvious that being in such an environment made him feel relaxed.

Zhang Ping'an and Liu Sanlang symbolically ordered a few signature dishes.

Zhao Renzhi took it and ordered a few more dishes, so that all the dishes were complete.

A few people chatted while eating.

Zhao Renzhi would occasionally secretly point out other guests he knew to a few people, telling them their names, positions in Kaifeng, and family backgrounds. He knew everything about them.

You can tell a lot of effort was put into it just by listening to it.

Zhang Ping'an also accepted his kindness and raised his glass to toast him.

After finishing their meal, they returned to the barracks.

Zhang Ping'an went to report with Liu Sanlang and got to know other colleagues.

Among them is our old acquaintance, Mr. Huang.

"Ping'an, Sanlang, I knew you two would come, but you still couldn't escape, hahahaha", Lord Huang laughed while stroking his beard.

I feel like I'm very smart!

Zhang Pingan also joked, "It seems the food at the front isn't as bad as I thought. I haven't seen you for a while, and you think Mr. Huang has gained some weight. What a blessing!"

"Hahahaha, thank you for your good words, thank you for your good words!" Lord Huang said politely.

"Oh right," Zhang Pingan said after finishing his work. Thinking of Master Luo's matter, he quickly asked Master Huang, "Master Huang, do you know where in Kaifeng there are good doctors? They mainly treat rheumatism and heart palpitations."

"Who has rheumatism?"

"He is an uncle of mine who has been very kind to my family. I didn't expect to meet him in Kaifeng. He is very ill now, but there has never been a good doctor to see him before, and he seems to have no money for medicine. His condition has become serious now. In this situation, I must help," Zhang Pingan replied.

"Oh? Since we are so close, we have to help," Lord Huang nodded.

After pondering for a while, he said thoughtfully, "The Lin family in the east of the city is a well-known medical family. Over 60% of the pharmacies and clinics in Kaifeng City are owned by them. I once met their second master at a card game, and we have a decent relationship. Have a servant take my invitation to him and invite him. It shouldn't be a problem!"

"Thank you, Mr. Huang," Zhang Pingan hurriedly expressed his gratitude.

This is the advantage of having acquaintances in official circles. Various relationships are intertwined, and as long as you manage them well, you can avoid a lot of troubles.

"I told you we are all family, yet you are still so polite. Come play cards with me next time," Mr. Huang invited with a half-serious smile.

"No problem!" Zhang Pingan nodded in response.

Early the next morning, Zhang Ping'an asked Chibao to take Mr. Huang's invitation to invite Mr. Lin, and there was indeed no problem.

Mr. Lin agreed without hesitation.

He rarely sees patients now, so he can just send the younger generations in his family to do this kind of thing.

But when he heard that it was the newly appointed Governor of Strategy and Pacification who invited him, Mr. Lin thought about it and finally decided to go there in person.

Personal connections are more valuable than gold and silver!