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Chapter 134 Wang Li

Wang Li came to Chuzhou to live in an inn with a very good environment. Although Wang Anshi did not have the first person in power at this time as in history, the salary of officials from the Song Dynasty was very generous, and the salary of the Hanlin bachelor was enough to allow his son to live in such an inn. At this time, Wang Li's living treatment was a world of difference compared to his father when he was young. Although Wang Anshi's father was also a small official when his family was poor, Wang Anshi also went to the wild to dig wild vegetables to satisfy his hunger.

He and Wang Jinghui had met twice, but both sides had never spoken. Wang Li even thought that Wang Jinghui didn't know that there was such a person as him. However, he didn't know that Wang Jinghui had been included in the list of dangerous people since he entered politics. The level of danger was above Lu Jingqing. This was because Chinese historians have evaluated him: An Shi, who mist Shenzong, and An Shi who mist An Shi was his son Li. Although Wang Jinghui disagreed with this evaluation - Shenzong's eagerness for quick success and instant benefits also affected Wang Anshi, and Wang Anshi launched reforms. For the safety of his family, Wang Li used his scheming skills to defeat political enemies to protect himself. However, it was obvious that this guy did too much, but the words he had said to Wang Li in history were enough to make Wang Jinghui sweat. If he knew that Wang Jinghui valued him so much, he would not know what to think.

Wang Li did not arrive in Chuzhou as arranged by his father Wang Anshi, and immediately went to see Wang Jinghui, but stayed in the inn with peace of mind. Wang Jinghui's excellent medical skills have been widely recognized by the people in Xinglin. Although Wang Li was extremely talented and loved by Wang Anshi, his body was very weak since childhood. Many doctors with excellent medical skills have treated him. He has never stopped the medicine since he was a child. However, the effect is not very obvious, and he has to lie on for two days at any time. That's it. The son of this Hanlin scholar is still a popular figure in the social circle of literati in Biandu. His reputation in the red pink pile is comparable to that of Su Shi, a romantic talent who has begun to twilight today.

After Wang Li came to Chuzhou, he spent every day in restaurants and tea shops. He listened to the passing customers talking about the market and Pepsi. However, he still knew very well what he was doing in Chuzhou: it is important to treat diseases, but it is more important to be able to see Wang Jinghui's attitude towards the current situation and to seek him to join Wang Anshi's ranks.

Wang Anshi's respect for Wang Jinghui made Wang Jinghui's respect a little annoyed. I think that Wang Li is also a talented and arrogant person. How could Wang Anshi convince Wang Jinghui by repeatedly praising him?! However, Wang Li has always despised Wang Jinghui's popularity of articles that are not good at writing, but after seeing his father bringing out some of Wang Jinghui's letters to King Zhao Xu from the residence of Yingwang, he really admired Wang Jinghui's talent, but he was just tough in his mouth. Wang Anshi naturally knew his son tightly, so he just smiled.

This time, Wang Li came to Chuzhou to see with his own eyes how the territory was under Wang Jinghui's rule. No matter how beautiful the art of governing the country was written, if you can't even play with Chuzhou, then it would be nothing great. However, after he saw the prosperity of Chuzhou in his eyes and the evaluation of these "promoted little people" on his parents' officials, Wang Li truly admired Wang Jinghui's ability in his heart.

Over the past few days, Wang Li not only walked around the city of Chuzhou, but also visited the nearby rural areas several times, but also saw the second season of rice that was being sown urgently. After hearing the farmers say that the harvest of early rice this year can basically reach three stones per mu, he was also surprised - even if the late rice harvest is poor, it can still cause two stones per mu. The yield per mu will easily reach five or six stones per mu. Such a terrifying yield will completely make the people of the Song Dynasty not afraid of any famine in the future!

Previously, Wang Li had read a copy of the memorial to the court to expand the sowing area of ​​double-season rice. He knew that the two-season rice were the first initiative of the son-in-law. He was also disdainful of this like some ministers in the court. However, after seeing such a busy sowing scene with his own eyes, he was quite worried about Wang Jinghui's courage. When Wang Anshi talked about this, he mentioned that the son-in-law had spent tens of thousands of yuan on the two-season rice. From selling land to recruiting people, he spent a lot of money. Even if he had the money, he might not dare to do this. The key was that he did not think of investing money on it!

"No wonder my father said: 'Even if Wang Gai can't grow a grain of food, this heart is enough to surpass many drunken ministers in the court! Change is a strange man!'" Wang Li thought silently in his heart, "Just solve the food problem of the people in the world, it will be enough to make him one of the famous ministers of the Song Dynasty. If he really had to be a military state affairs in Chuzhou for ten years, I am afraid that the small Chuzhou City would become the second capital of Bian Kaifeng this year! What a pity! What a pity..."

Although he had never seen Wang Jinghui himself, his governance level had already made Wang Li admire him very much. After all, his father Wang Anshi was one of the best local officials in the Song Dynasty, and he was once proud of him. However, when he saw the scene in Chuzhou, he felt that his father's governance level was much worse than that of Wang Jinghui. This difference can be judged only by facts. Although Wang Li was proud of his father, he also understood the difference at this time.

Although I don’t know what the prince-consort’s political stance is and whether it will help his father, Wang Li is still very clear about the rare talent. "If there is such a capable person to help him, why worry about his father’s affairs? Unfortunately, he is a prince-consort and cannot play a big role in the court. But I have heard that the prince-consort is resourceful. Although he has not been involved in the officialdom for a long time, his connections are indeed very wide. It is good to have such a person to give advice next to his father!" At this time, Wang Li made up his mind to help his father win over Wang Jinghui, a talent. Just look at the scene in Chuzhou today, you can know that the prince-consort is not a simple person.

A few months ago, Wang Jinghui and Wang Anshi met in Kaifeng, Biandu. Wang Anshi was still very rude. Although he had different political views in the face of this young leader of the "cold and summer sect", Wang Anshi did not seem to feel that Wang Jinghui strongly rejected him, which made Wang Anshi and his son feel a little lucky to tolerate each other like Wang Jinghui's original thoughts. However, Wang Jinghui was much earlier than them, and only Wang Anshi followed him. He had known what the ending of history was, and Wang Anshi's famous stubborn temper. Wang Jinghui had already lost this naive thought at this time.

After visiting Chuzhou City for a while, Wang Li had a rough understanding of Wang Jinghui after learning what he wanted. He wrote a post and took a car to the prefectural prefecture to see Wang Jinghui. Wang Li was still very resentful when he went to see Wang Jinghui. He knew that he was the same age as Wang Jinghui, and he was not very proud. He asked him to visit Wang Jinghui, and felt somewhat embarrassed. However, although he had fame and fortune and was also the son of a Hanlin scholar, he was not as famous as Wang Jinghui. He was the youngest scholar since the founding of the Song Dynasty, and he was also the Duwei of the Prince. Although such an identity was not in Wang Li's eyes, he was extremely noble in etiquette. Not to mention that it was Wang Li, even Wang Anshi was still seeking a visit when he arrived in Chuzhou. He couldn't help but bow his head, not to mention that he had both tasks in Chuzhou that he had to ask for Wang Jinghui.

"The youngest bachelor in the Song Dynasty?! Humph! I will definitely be stronger than him!" Wang Li thought secretly in the carriage. Before he knew it, he had already made Wang Jinghuili the goal he wanted to surpass. Not to mention Wang Li, Wang Jinghui's reputation and behavior have become the goal he yearned for in the Song Dynasty. This is a bit like the Su Shi brothers were appreciated by Ouyang Xiu back then, but their reputation has become much more powerful. Now, there are so many young students in the Song Dynasty who regard Wang Li as the goal he wants to surpass. This is also countless.

What made Wang Li feel much better was that after receiving Wang Li’s invitation, the concierge of the prefecture was hurried back and took him into the prefecture. Looking at the other people waiting for Wang Jinghui to meet in the flower hall inside the gate, he was not only proud in his heart—Wang Jinghui had also heard of his name, so he naturally did not dare to neglect!

Wang Jinghui naturally knew Wang Li's name, but he learned from the history books of his past life. Wang Li, the boy, was ranked first on the list of dangerous people he had issued, so he naturally did not dare to neglect! But what surprised him was that Wang Li didn't stay by Wang Anshi's side, so why did he run to Chuzhou for no reason and come to Chuzhou for what he did?

According to the history that Wang Jinghui knew, Wang Li was a role like a confidential secretary around Wang Anshi. During the Xining reform, he was guarding Wang Anshi and making suggestions. Even when Wang Anshi stepped down from the wilderness and returned to Jinling due to a severe drought, he also guarded Kaifeng, Biandu, and made some small moves secretly, and made great contributions to the split of the new party with Lu Jingqing, Zhang Chun, and Zeng Bu. He was just such an important figure who played a special role in the Xining reform and was also a famous Wang Li, who was good at conspiracy and tricks. After receiving his reply, Wang Jinghui immediately reflected on his illegal and infringing on the royal rules in Chuzhou. However, he immediately asked the doorman to take Wang Li to the back flower hall to meet him. If such a arrogant and cautious person had been waiting for a long time, he would not know how to hate him!

When Eunuch Zhao next to him saw Wang Jinghui's face coming to the post, he looked a little ugly and nervous. He was wondering that the prince-consort was very steady no matter who he saw, as if he was sure to win. Why did a person without an official position make him lose his composure when he came to visit? When he was helping Wang Jinghui sort out his clothes in front of the mirror, Eunuch Zhao glanced at Wang Li on the desk and knew that this was the identity of the visitor. Although he didn't know why Wang Jinghui was so nervous, he had already removed some of the things that made Wang Jinghui feel heartbroken.

The glass mirror used by Wang Jinghui was specially made by his father-in-law instructed the mirror making workshop. It was four feet high and two feet wide. At that time, he tried to make thirty such mirrors, but only thirteen were successful. In order to show his favor, the father-in-law specially took out one and gave it to Wang Jinghui and his wife. The harem was divided into seven pieces, and the ministers in the court divided it into five pieces. This kind of favor made Guo Kui a little jealous. He wrote a letter to Wang Jinghui, and the censor also wrote to Emperor Yingzong Zhao Shu that such favor was too much, but the father-in-law promoted Tai Chi - to the princess of Shu...

Wang Jinghui saw Eunuch Zhao twisting his head to the desk and immediately returned to normal. He knew that his father-in-law had put him out. At least, Eunuch Zhao was not only here to protect the documents in the study, but also an important person who monitored him. Even after seeing Eunuch Zhao, his face became a little strange. He never stepped into the study yard. It can be seen that Eunuch Zhao's identity and mission were extraordinary. Then he realized that he was a little scared by Wang Li's invitation just now, and his behavior made Eunuch Zhao suspicious. Wang Jinghui said casually: "Eunuch Zhao, please take a look at Zhou Zheng, this dress is Zhou Zheng? Today, the guest here is extraordinary. He is the son of Wang Anshidi, a Hanlin scholar all over the world. He is also a talented scholar. He is as old as me and has a very quick mind. Never let me lose face in front of him!"

Eunuch Zhao and Wang Jinghui and his wife have been together for nearly a year. They talked to them more often, and they were not as humble as they were when they first came. Especially before the princess of Shu left, she solemnly told Wang Jinghui that she must be kind to Eunuch Zhao and talk more to him when she has time. Eunuch Zhao served Emperor Renzong and listened to him more. There will be unexpected benefits. Wang Jinghui knew that his wife was extremely intelligent and grew up in the palace. He wanted to establish a good relationship with him even if he was tied together. Even if he was tied to him, he would not be able to see his wife's instructions carefully!" Wang Jinghui came from later generations, so he naturally kept this unparalleled jade rule in mind and would not suffer any loss.

Eunuch Zhao smiled and said, "I had heard of Wang Anshi's name back then and saw him at the goldfish banquet. At that time, he really ate the plate of golden ball bait. I think his reputation has become even more popular in the past few years, right?" Eunuch Zhao said with some disdain, "His son, Lao Nu, has also heard of him, saying that he is a talented man who is comparable to the Su brothers. However, walking in the Qinlou Chuguan all day long with his hair disheveled, which has made those beloved!"

When Wang Jinghui heard the tone of Eunuch Zhao, he seemed to have a very bad evaluation of Wang Anshi and his son. It was probably because Wang Anshi didn't care about his words and deeds at that time, and annoyed Emperor Renzong, so he couldn't say anything. He said lightly: "I think maybe a special person must have something unique!"

Eunuch Zhao said, "The prince consort is the leader of the heroes, so naturally there is no need to worry about being weaker than Wang Li!"

Wang Jinghui smiled and said, "Teacher-in-law is happy, at least don't lose face from the royal family in front of Wang Li! Are you willing to meet Wang Li and the talented man with me?"

Eunuch Zhao raised his lips and said with a sarcastic sarcasm: "I don't want to go out, so I'd better stay in this study. If I have to bear the entrusted lord of the emperor, I can't afford it and I can't redeem it if I die!"

Wang Jinghui felt that Eunuch Zhao seemed to look down on Wang Li very much, and he didn't care. Although he was concerned about Wang Li, he thought that his identity was really unnecessary to take him seriously. However, he still had to pay attention to this "little conspirator". He couldn't help but smile and said that he was getting more and more courageous. When he thought that he had no power, he began to mobilize power behind the scenes to resist the disaster in Kaifeng, Biandu. Not to mention the little Wang Li, even Wang Anshi had nothing to be afraid of even standing in front of him.

With the help of Eunuch Zhao, Wang Jinghui sorted out his clothes and walked out of the study to the back flower hall. Although Wang Li had fame and his father was also an important official in the court, he was not a court official. It was reasonable to receive him in the back flower hall according to the Song Dynasty etiquette. It also seemed that he valued him. If he had to ask for someone, there was no need to invite him into the back flower hall. The front and back flower halls met guests, and they were only a hundred steps away, but the relationship between closeness and importance was undoubtedly revealed.

Wang Li sat in the back flower hall, feeling that Wang Jinghui did not look down on him, which satisfied his self-esteem. A servant next to him gave him tea and stood in a corner of the flower hall waiting to be summoned. Wang Li looked around at the small flower hall. Although the decoration here was very simple, he was a person with a very high vision. He saw that the extraordinary everywhere in the flower hall: all the calligraphy and paintings hanging on the four walls were fine. Although Su Shi and Cai Xiang's calligraphy was not unusual, it was rare that the two wrote specifically for Wang Jinghui. The following signatures made Wang Li feel moved.

Su Shi is easy to say, even if you make friends, you can easily get Su Caizi's calligraphy. Su Shi had a friend who liked to eat beef, so he simply went to Su Shi to ask for a painting of calligraphy and painting for money to buy meat. However, Cai Xiang has passed away. Although Cai Xiang was humorous and unpredictable during his lifetime, he had strict political achievements under his rule. If he had no skills, he would definitely not be favored by this old guy. If he wanted to ask for calligraphy, he would never get it, let alone

Cai Xiang was able to write a special calligraphy for a person as an encouragement. If Cai Xiang's standards were followed, there were only a dozen of the officials of the Song Dynasty who could get his calligraphy and calligraphy. This made Wang Li very enthusiastic, and he even thought: Can Su Shi's calligraphy and painting be hung in the same room as Cai Xiang? He didn't know that in the time and space where Wang Jinghui lived, Su Shi's fame was far greater than Cai Xiang, and he would even recognize Cai Xiang among the four families of Su Huangmi and Cai as the infamous Cai Jing.
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