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

In fact, generally speaking, February or March is the best time to patrol the northwest border. At that time, the severe winter has passed, the roads are clear, and the grass begins to grow, which is conducive to the movement of the army and logistical supplies.

Late autumn is not very suitable.

The main reason is that the capital is too far away from Guazhou, and one has to stop and go along the way, and inspect the troops and defenses along the way, which will waste a lot of time.

If we don't do it right, or if we go slow, it might be the beginning of spring by the time we get to Guazhou.

But this time Zhou Ziming was going for the Guazhou Iron Cavalry. In order to extend his time in the Northwest Military Camp, he had to set off at this time.

It was only natural that the inspectors were stranded in the Guazhou military camp due to the wind and snow and inconvenient transportation.

No matter what everyone thinks, at least there must be a reasonable reason to save face.

So at the court meeting the next morning, Zhou Ziming announced that Zhang Pingan was appointed to inspect the military and political affairs of the northwest, and he would set off three days later.

The accompanying military attaché was Zhao Renzhi, who was also an old acquaintance of Zhang Pingan.

When this matter was announced, the court officials looked at each other for a moment, and then exclaimed, "Your Majesty is wise."

Master Qian couldn't help but look at his son-in-law Zhang Ping'an a few more times.

It seems that the imperial court is going to take action against the Guazhou cavalry. The recovery of the military power in the northwest is something that Grand Tutor Qian had long anticipated.

But he didn't expect it to be so hasty. He thought Zhou Ziming would hold back for a few more years and take action after the court was more stable.

This means that this trip will be a greater test for Zhang Pingan and will be a difficult mission.

After the court session, Grand Tutor Qian signaled to his eldest son, and Qian Ying followed Zhang Pingan at a leisurely pace. When there were no people around, he said, "Let's go together after your shift tonight. I'll meet you at the intersection. It's just right for you to go to the mansion to pick up Xiao Yuer from school. I heard from my cousin that he has been studying very hard recently and is a promising candidate for the imperial examination."

"Okay," Zhang Ping'an nodded. Ever since Xiao Yu'er started learning martial arts from Master Wu, he has become more and more energetic, and he studies much more seriously than before. He has noticed this and is planning to reward him during the Chinese New Year this year.

However, now he has been sent to the northwest to inspect the border, and he will not be able to come back for half a year or a year. He will not be able to celebrate the New Year with his family. It is better to give the gift to his son in advance!

After arriving at the Privy Council, all the officials came forward to greet him. Those who were too low in rank to move forward also looked at him secretly.

Lord Wang was the most enthusiastic. After Zhang Ping'an left, according to convention, he would act as the Privy Councilor. He was the most powerful person in the Privy Council, so this was like a pie in the sky.

It’s really satisfying to be a temporary substitute, and it’s also a qualification to talk about it to others.

Zhang Ping'an still had a lot of things to hand over, so he said a few polite words to send everyone away and concentrated on his own work.

He didn't want to work overtime. He was about to travel and he had to take some time to arrange his family affairs.

After finishing his shift in the evening, Zhang Ping'an went to Qian's house to pick up his son.

Xiao Yuer was very happy to see his father coming to pick him up. He no longer felt bored at the Qian Mansion and did his homework with his cousins.

Zhang Ping'an went to the study.

He still remembered how he felt when he first entered the Qian Mansion's study: nervous and excited. Many years have passed, and now when he comes in again, he doesn't feel anything at all.

It's actually just an ordinary house.

"Please sit down!" said Master Qian.

In addition to the two of them, their two brothers-in-law Qian Ying and Qian Jie were also present.

"The journey to the northwest is long and arduous. It seems that His Majesty is determined to take back the military power in the northwest this time. The northwest military camp will send and receive news soon. Alas, it's too hasty. It will be better to wait a few more years," said Grand Tutor Qian, frowning.