Chapter 14
When I turned the corridor, I unexpectedly met a stunning woman, Zhang Ji, who was dressed in men's clothes?
After meeting, Zhang Ji didn't care much, and found that he was neat today and had no problem with his styling, but he thought that he was a down-and-out scholar, with a moderate talent, and a look. Zhang Ji, who had high requirements, seemed to feel some problems, and he was a bit frivolous and uneasy about him.
But this is not about Zhang Ji?, and he asked softly, "Are you here too?"
Before Zhao Cheng could see him, Lord Zhu Xiaozhu in the main hall had already come out to welcome him.
Of course, it was not to welcome Zhao Cheng. The middle-aged and elegant chief clerk actually bowed with all his tribute. "Mr. Ji actually visited in person and was rude to fail to go out to welcome him."
Zhang Ji looked at Zhao Cheng, "It seems that Ji's accidental come here, has he disturbed the affairs of his master?"
Zhu Xiao quickly smiled and said, "It's okay, please come in quickly, come on, and serve good tea for the sir."
They went in and ignored Zhao Cheng.
I looked around and saw Zhao Cheng speechless. I didn’t know if I came back again after a different time or wait here?
With the enthusiasm of the scholars of the Song Dynasty, he should leave. However, Zhao Cheng is not a glass-hearted otaku but a profiteer. Since he did not deliberately explain, he is a scholar at least, so he should try and make mistakes.
A scholar is not considered a fame, but after all, he is considered a scholar after graduating from elementary school.
Yes, the rules of the Northern Song Dynasty were just like this. The central policy would definitely offer preferential treatment to such people. As for whether local or not, it depends on who is in power, and also on the region.
If it is a central and southern region where students are very good at studying, children will be in a few words, and scholars are passers-by. If they are in a closed area, even scholars can't afford it, and they meet some guys like Su Shi who are county magistrates, then there will be a good life. The county magistrates will give up their government affairs and take you to travel around and invite you to drink every day. This is not nonsense. There are many such allusions in the history of the Northern Song Dynasty. In the dynasty, Zhang Shangying liked to do this when he was demoted to a backward area.
Thinking about it, Zhao Cheng followed in automatically and waited by the side.
The main hall has a delicate environment, the precious wood has a strong fragrance, and some flowers and plants are placed. A copybook is hung on the middle wall. Zhao Cheng, who has a little knowledge of calligraphy, looked at it and it really feels like a great man.
Zhang Ji? He also held his hands behind his back, staring at the copybook with an outstanding and elegant look, and nodded slightly: "Mr. Zhu's calligraphy is a bit interesting, it is considered a unique one."
Zhu Xiao secretly glanced at Zhang Ji's body and said in surprise: "Mr. Ji? I have been too rewarded. In fact, the word "I am not a popular style. I am entertaining myself."
The implication is that everyone now writes about thin gold body. However, Zhang Ji doesn’t catch a cold about thin gold body.
After the tea was brought over, Zhang Ji sat down and looked at Zhao Cheng. He found that the man seemed to be a little polite but also very proactive. She simply said, "Please ask Lord Zhu to ask about the matter first."
Zhu Xiao looked at Zhao Cheng with dissatisfaction and took a sip of tea: "Zhao Cheng, Liu Dutou specially recommended you in front of me, saying that you are very good at doing things?"
"It's considered some experience." Zhao Cheng said.
Zhu Xiao said lightly: "I heard you also wrote a copy of "Suggestions on River Defense Affairs" and entrusted Liu Dutou to submit it to the county master?"
Zhang Ji frowned slightly and looked at Zhao Cheng's eyes.
Regarding this matter, Zhang Ji? I heard someone mention it this morning, and I also heard that the county magistrate had a word of praise, but I don’t know whether it is true or not. Because the county magistrate’s praise sometimes is actually a satirical one.
But no matter what the inside story is, Zhang Ji felt that this down-and-out scholar might be enthusiastic, but overestimated himself. According to Zhu Xiao's usual behavior, Zhang Ji knew that this matter must have made Zhu Xiao angry.
Zhu Xiao didn't like this kind of thing that went past him and reported to the county magistrate. This time, Zhang Ji was just asking for advice on river defense affairs for the rainy season. After reading an anonymous story in the academy that day, Zhang Ji suddenly had some experiences in this regard.
Zhang Ji? You can meet the county master directly, let alone the county master, you can meet the magistrate. But when you come to see Zhu Xiao first, you know his temper. And this matter is directly responsible for Zhu Xiao, and it will be more effective to find him.
The atmosphere was a bit awkward and no one spoke.
The talented man and beautiful woman with extremely detached status were present. Old Zhu was embarrassed to get angry. In addition, there was a background: Liu Du was the first to be a rough man and could not explain the content of "Suggestions", but the suggestions were praised by the county master. Zhao Cheng was indeed a down-and-out scholar and could be beaten and scolded directly, but doing so under the premise that the county master had already praised it would be a bit unworthy of the county master.
It can be done but it is not necessary. This is Zhu Xiao’s perception.
After deciding, Zhu Xiaodao: "Liu Dutou mentioned that you are quite helpful to the service affairs of river defense?"
"I dare not." Zhao Cheng lowered his head.
Zhu Xiao said lightly: "But I heard from others that you actually collected money from the civilians when you were managing the civilians. And there was no time left, so I would send them home in advance?"
"This is the case." Zhao Cheng said.
"Don't you just a down-and-out scholar feel that you have too much courage and means?"
Zhu Xiao did not get angry but his tone was a little cold.
Zhang Ji? Hearing that he had collected money from those poor people and even dismissed the civilians in advance in violation of the rules, he couldn't help but frown.
Even though collecting money is almost everywhere in this era, it is so normal that it is not too normal. People sent by the township chief and the security chief will charge tolls when they pass. But Zhang Ji felt that as a scholar, he seemed too backbone.
While thinking, Zhang Ji's eyebrows flashed with contempt, but it wasn't her business. At the same time, she felt somewhat compassionate, but she was still ambitious and wanted to study. When she interrupted in this situation, Zhu Xiaotie would definitely show off in front of the woman, thus overcorrecting her.
How could Zhu Xiao not know that collecting money is just a small problem? Due to the praise from the county magistrate, he said, "I won't say this if I can. Zhao Cheng, I heard from Liu Dutou that you are a smart person. Do you understand what this official means to ask you to come here?"
"I understand." Zhao Cheng nodded slightly.
"Just understand. Then step back and do your own thing well. Don't think too much, and don't be extravagant." Zhu Xiao waved his hand slightly and stopped looking at him.
"Go back."
Zhang Ji frowned again as he looked at his left behind.
After Zhao Cheng left, Zhu Xiao said respectfully: "Please explain your purpose."
Zhang Ji came out with a suggestion, "Zhang Ji came uninvited. He heard that the rainy season was approaching and the progress of civil servants was behind. Recently, he happened to be influenced by a strange article. He had some experience. After knowing that Lord Zhu was responsible for this matter, he came to make a suggestion."
Zhu Xiao was really happy and flattered, and was amazed at Zhang Ji in his heart. Sure enough, she was a talented person among the people. She could even meet the emperor, but she came to see me Zhu Xiao, which shows that she really wanted to do this and really care about river defense and people's livelihood.
Chapter completed!