Troubled Times Survival Raiders

After Li Qi finished speaking, he lowered his head and waited for the master to get angry.As a personal eunuch, he knows very well that His Royal Highness has been pampered and spoiled since he was a child. Although he has traveled among the people and studied for a while, he is still young, and the arrogance in his bones cannot be changed, and he cannot bear to be unhappy. thing.

But he waited for a long time, but he couldn't wait for the prince to spread his anger.

Wu Junyi sat blankly, not knowing what to say.

He actually misses Shen Yu very much.

When he first came to Nanjing, he was also happy. Finally, he didn't have to endure the feeling of going hungry every day, he didn't have to carefully conceal his identity, and he didn't have to look at other people's colors—those people he had sniffed at before.More importantly, he returned to his father, who loved him since childhood and raised him himself.

When Wu Junyi first came back, he couldn't sleep well every night. He woke up from his sleep for more than ten days in a row. After touching the soft bedding, he realized that it was not a dream.

But as time went by, more and more details that I hadn't noticed before, or couldn't see clearly, appeared in front of my eyes: the father still loved him, but since he was named the crown prince, this identity seemed to be separated by a layer.The same love as before has made him unable to be satisfied. When will he be able to formally study and study government affairs?Giving the sleeping palace is originally a reward, but which prince is about to study and the sleeping palace is still in the harem?The palace people still respected him and feared him, but he had also heard rumors of the "Emperor's younger brother" inadvertently.Not to mention the subtle look in the eyes of the Manchu officials when they looked at him...

Also, that memorial... memorial...

Wu Junyi knew that he was not as good as his elder brother, but he thought that he was not too far behind, as long as he worked hard, it was not that difficult to be a good prince.Just like that memorial, the emperor listened to it and the courtiers praised it, isn't it well done?

Until he discovered that there were fewer dishes on his table, but more variety, better selection of ingredients, and more snacks and dairy products that were not included in the list.The bowls and plates for serving vegetables are still treasures enough for ordinary people to eat and wear for a lifetime.

Did Emperor Father listen to his words?

The eunuchs and maids of the Rouyi Palace still regarded him as an ignorant little master. After coming and going, he understood: the life in the palace is still luxurious, but the courtiers outside the palace are saving money and beware of being asked by the emperor. Purpose?

The more confused Wu Junyi was, the more he missed Shen Yu.Shen Yu is only one year older than him, but she seems to know everything.Everywhere reminds him of his dead brother.His elder brother is also so good, but Wu Junyi can't do anything when he's gone.

But he can always do something for Shen Yu.

Wu Junyi seriously thought about what to do.In the past, he just asked what he wanted, and his father would not deny it.But this time was different, he discovered that his father actually had his own thoughts.

He wanted to do something for Shen Yu so much that there could be no surprises.

"Go, bring me the scroll that my father rewarded me last time, I just want to practice calligraphy." Wu Junyi said abruptly.

Li Qi waited for a long time, waited for such an order, recited a sentence of Buddha in his heart, obediently took out his hand and opened it on the desk, and studied the ink again.Wu Junyi showed the patience he had in teaching Shen Yu to practice calligraphy, and copied a piece of paper stroke by stroke. After drying, he ordered to take it with him when he went to the Qianqing Palace for dinner.

Every day when Emperor Jianning stopped court or read the memorial, he would call the prince to have lunch, so that father and son could talk.This day he saw that Wu Junyi didn't want anyone else, so he came over with a scroll in his hand, waved his hand to avoid saluting, and asked with a smile: "Is Erlang here to present treasures?"

"My father gave me a palm before, and my child dare not waste it. I copy one of these few days and ask my father for advice." Wu Junyi showed a little shy expression, and Emperor Jianning looked at his son acting like a baby, and he was in a good mood. Come here and let me have a look."

Manager Gao tactfully took the banner and presented it.

Emperor Jianning was obsessed with calligraphy and painting, and he had accomplished a little bit, so his vision was naturally unusual. He could see the problem after a cursory look: "Erlang, I'm a little impatient."

After rushing out from work, he really couldn't escape his father's eyes, "Perhaps it was some time ago that I was not around my father's ears and eyes, and wasted time." Wu Junyi carefully apologized, thinking about his words.Emperor Jianning heard it, and his heart softened, and the next sentence turned into a compliment, "Well, but the writing skills are still there."

"It means that the father is a good teacher." Wu Junyi smiled, and said slowly: "In the past few days, my child asked Eunuch Gao to inquire about something."

After the dialogue just now, he already knew that it is basically impossible for him to hide anything from his father at present. In this case, it is better to say it generously.

"The Shen family who saved the child...Shen Yu, is not doing well. I heard that his grandfather is looking for a husband for him, but the family is in a difficult situation. Today, the child thought that the child can be reunited with the emperor, and the emperor will personally guide him. He deserves credit, but he doesn't have a husband, if there is a problem, who should I turn to for help?"

When Wu Junyi said these words, he was really disturbed.This was the first time he wanted to plot against his father.He didn't know what he was doing was right.

Fortunately, Emperor Jianning didn't make him wait too long, "Erlang is indeed a kind-hearted man who knows how to repay his kindness."

After saying this sentence, Wu Junyi's heart was more than half relieved.

"Mu has a reputation, and the prince has the grace to save his life. He pardoned the righteous people and gave him a memorial archway. Well, the eldest son of his family already has a reputation? Then only the eldest grandson is allowed to enter the Imperial Academy." Emperor Jianning issued a decree generously.Wu Junyi thought about it for a while, and then felt that it was not quite right, "Father, the child has not revealed his identity, and knowing rashly may shock them..."

Emperor Jianning laughed loudly, "What's so difficult about this, Eunuch Gao will definitely handle it properly."

After the emperor said so, Director Gao naturally stepped forward and bowed to His Royal Highness, "Don't worry, Your Highness, this old servant will do his best."

Emperor Jianning waved his hand to ask Wu Junyi to sit beside him, rubbed his hair crown and said, "Erlang is doing very well, if you have any worries, just tell your father, you know?"

Wu Junyi nodded with a half understanding.

Anyway, he only knows one thing, that is, Shen Yu went to the Imperial College, and a gentleman pointed it out, so he might sneak in to have a look...to see if Shen Yu has practiced her handwriting well.

The Shen family really did not expect that they would suddenly wait until the imperial decree came.

The servant ran into the main room in a panic, before Shen Mu could reprimand him, the servant shouted: "My lord, go and have a look, the imperial envoy is here!"

Shen Mu was only wearing a cloth robe, and when he heard that the imperial envoy was coming, he hurriedly changed into the newly cut Juren attire, and rushed to the yard to meet him, just as he saw the person who came——a palace official wearing a scarlet cloak, tied at the corners, with a white face and beardless , and four or five handsome guards behind him carrying something.

"Shen Weng, our family came here to deliver the decree at the request of the emperor, so don't be suspicious." The visitor's tone was rather polite, "Are your son and eldest grandson here?"

Shen Mu was startled and frightened, the Shen family is considered a family of poetry and rites, but within three generations, although they have achieved great fame, they have never been a high-ranking official, so they really don't know how to reach the heavens, not to mention that it sounds like this decree has something to do with Yu Lang ?

"The unfilial son is teaching others," Shen Mu felt a little ashamed as soon as he said it, "I'll ask someone to call him back."

The servants on the side had already opened the door and went out to call for someone.Shen Mu welcomed the ministers and guards into the main hall to entertain them, and ordered the other two sons to be called back, sweep the courtyard, open the middle door, prepare the incense table, and wait for the order.He was flustered, but he still remembered ordering Shen Yu not to panic, just put on his clothes and come over slowly.The palace man laughed and said: "Shen Weng really values ​​his eldest grandson, and Mr. Xiao Lang must be the generation of Zhilan Yushu."

Shen Mu had no choice but to say a few times that he didn't dare to take it seriously.

The words of the palace servants were just polite, but seeing a young boy in green clothes walking slowly, unhurriedly, his eyes lit up when he bowed to salute, "It really is your son."

After Shen He, Shen Tai, and Shen Rong all rushed back, a family of men followed Shen Mu and bowed down before the note for placing incense. The palace attendant finally walked to the courtyard and read out the imperial silk that had been in his hand all along.

The content of the decree is to reward Shen Mu for his loyalty in helping the refugees, pardoning the righteous people, granting a memorial archway, and allowing Shen Yu to enter the Imperial Prison.

The guard stepped forward, lifted the red cloth to reveal the plaque he had been carrying, and wrote the words "sincerity and kindness".

The palace man held up Shen Mu who was unaware, and ordered the guards, "Go, hang up the plaque."

Seeing that the gold-lettered plaque was installed on the lintel of the main hall, and the eldest grandson's studies were also explained, Shen Mu was so excited that his eyes were red, and he only wanted to do his best for Emperor Jianning to repay the emperor's kindness.

Shen Yu helped his father and uncles up, and turned to ask the palace man, "Dare to ask this father-in-law, how did the Holy Majesty hear about my grandfather?"

The palace man glanced at it in surprise, and said with a smile: "My sage is clear about it, it is natural to praise the benevolent and righteous, and you don't have to worry about it, Mr. Xiaolang."

After ambiguously dealing with this question, he declined Shen Mu's grand invitation and led the guards back to the palace to return to their orders.

He still needs to talk to Eunuch Gao carefully about what this little gentleman says and does, so that His Highness the Crown Prince will know.

"Master Feng is so kind and virtuous, I really don't know how to repay it." Shen He couldn't help but sighed.

When Shen Mu heard this, he also nodded, "I think Master Feng reported it, but it's just that such a trivial matter has caused Lord Inspector Shi to worry about it, it's really..."

The whole family received such honors, and it was easy to be overjoyed. Shen Yu looked at the four glittering golden characters, and felt that the brushstrokes looked familiar, but the thought flashed by, and he didn't know where to throw it.

After the imperial envoy left, all the neighbors gathered around to congratulate.The female family members of the Shen family also came out to entertain the guests and celebrate together.Many of the visitors were well-known. Shen Mu and Shen He were busy entertaining guests and had no time to discuss articles with them, so they tested Shen Yu's knowledge.

Shen Yu only regarded it as his grandfather's examination, and answered all the questions he asked. He had memorized the Four Books and Five Classics solidly, but it was not enough if he went deep into the test or involved other things.

"Mr. Xiaolang's reading is solid, but it's a pity that he doesn't have a good teacher to guide him." The person who asked shook his head regretfully, and then smiled, "But after entering the Imperial College, I don't have to worry about teachers."

Guozijian, Shen Yu also has infinite longing in her heart.

After a while, the magistrate of Yiyang County also arrived.

Hearing that the county magistrate has arrived, Shen Mu took his children and grandchildren to welcome him out again, fortunately there is no need to change his clothes.

"Shen Weng was rewarded by the righteous people, and I am a role model for the people of Yiyang County. As a county magistrate, I also want to be rewarded." The county magistrate Mr. Zhang stroked his long beard, smiled at the corner of his lips, and ordered the servants to send cloth and round-grained rice.

Yiyang County has a righteous citizen bestowed by the emperor, which is also the first-class merit of his rule.

"Shen Weng don't worry, since the Holy Majesty has given the memorial archway, I will ask craftsmen to build the archway in a few days."

Shen Mu declined one or two, and obediently thanked him for the reward.

From now on, the Shen family in Yiyang County will be a good citizen with Jingbiao, memorial archway, and county magistrate.