Chapter 575: Repay kindness with kindness, compare hearts with hearts

There were many civil and military ministers in the Jinyi Prison, and the first one to be released was Yang Shiqi. At this time, he had been in prison for only ten days. He didn't even have the winter clothes specially prepared by his family, Zhang Yue Wanshijie and other nephews and juniors.

Use it. Even the head jailer who has worked in Jinyiwei Prison for more than ten years is respectful to this magical cabinet minister who was imprisoned for less than ten days twice. The governor of Beizhen Fusi

They even delivered the person to the door in person.

Along with the decree of release, there was also a document issued by Fu Zuo Chunfang, a bachelor. Although it was just a restoration of the official position, there was neither comfort nor anything else, but it at least comforted the originally frightened servants of the Yang family. Therefore, it seems that

When Yang Shiqi came out of Fusi, Beizhen, he looked up at the sky and was lost in thought. The butler Yang Zhong quickly came forward with a thick cloak and carefully covered his master's shoulders.

"Master, although everything is safe now, you should at least pay attention to your health. My wife and the two young masters are at home, and there are only a few people waiting for me. If anything happens to you, what will I do to you?"

The sky in late autumn was as clear as blue, and there was even a bit of chill in the wind. Yang Shiqi tied up his cloak casually, then stretched out his thumb and middle finger to rub his temples, and comforted Yang Zhong a few words. After getting in the car, he

After asking a few questions about the situation at home, he couldn't help but smile when he learned that many relatives and friends came to hand over various things. When he heard Yang Zhong mention the news of Zhang Yue's grandmother's death, he was stunned. Thinking of the things handed over by the jailer in the imperial prison, he was stunned.

He immediately ordered to go to Wu'anhou Hutong.

Because this day is not the seventh day of the lunar calendar, there are not many guests who come to pay homage to the Zhang family. There are only twos and threes of cars and horses in the whole alley, which is very different from the endless traffic of the past few days. It is almost here.

In the evening, the two white lanterns at the door looked particularly dazzling under the setting sun, and even the plain white Zhang Mansion looked eerie.

Since it was well known that Yang Shiqi and others were imprisoned, everyone in the Zhang family was not expecting such a former minister to suddenly come to visit. Fortunately, Gao Quan, the butler in charge of welcoming guests, suddenly woke up.

Realizing that this favored minister must have been released, he sent people inside to inform him, while secretly sighing that the other party had a unique opportunity.

You know, Huang Huai and others who were imprisoned in the twelfth year of Yongle are still locked up in a prison that never sees the light of day!

Although Yang Shiqi was not of high rank and had just been released from prison, Zhang Xin still brought his son Zhang Jiu and nephew Zhang Yue to welcome him out. After Yang Shiqi performed worship services at the tomb, he found an excuse to just

Zhang Yue was ordered to see them off alone. Looking at the backs of the old man and the young man, he couldn't help but sigh as he remembered that when he was the minister of the Ministry of Industry in the past, he thought he had a prosperous official career and a bright future.

Only after a heavy fall did he truly realize that if Zhang Fu had not made outstanding contributions during the three campaigns, he would never have been able to occupy the high position of minister. It is not unusual for such a prosperous official career, but Yang Shiqi still suffered setbacks like this.

It was truly remarkable to be able to recover. At that time, he was far from having such self-knowledge.

Seeing Yang Shiqi out from the main road of Yimen, Zhang Yue learned that the other party had just come out of jail today and came to pay homage, so he was grateful. However, as soon as he said thank you, Yang Shiqi was the first to say: "I'm in prison."

Life has always been difficult. In the past, some prisoners were imprisoned and died of freezing and starvation because their families could not take care of them. I was only in prison for two days before, and I brought in the things you and Shijie sent me. I want to say thank you.

It’s my turn to thank you for your thoughtfulness.”

Because Yang Shiqi was kind enough to introduce him to other scholars and gave him some academic advice, even his close friend Wan Shijie was met when he was studying in the Yang Mansion. Zhang Yue has always been grateful. At this time, when he heard what he said,

He quickly and sincerely said: "Mr. Dongli and my father-in-law are close friends, and they used to give me guidance and support in the past. After learning about your imprisonment, all I can do is to take care of it a little bit. If you say thank you, wouldn't it mean that you have given me some advice?"

Am I ashamed of myself?"

"After your father-in-law was imprisoned, all I could do was hint at his benefits in front of the emperor. In fact, I couldn't do much. I feel ashamed when I think about it now. I have to say that to persuade the emperor to forgive,

I am far inferior to Yang Mianren. Although his personality is a bit impatient and cannot be tolerated, even if someone has a problem with him, once they are in trouble, he will tactfully persuade him in front of the emperor. Even with your father-in-law, he also took advantage of it.

Jin Yan. Xia Yuanji’s ability to survive in Wuzhong was also due to his Jin Yan.”

Yang Shiqi, who was wearing a plain cloth robe, suddenly stopped and turned his head immediately: "First of all, you have made great contributions to guarding Xinghe, and the matter of reward has been undecided for a long time. The five nobles have agreed to let you serve as a civil servant.

He was transferred to the military post and given the command, but the emperor refuted it; the result of the six-ministry deliberations was to move you to the General Affairs Department or Taichang Temple. Even outrageous places like the Imperial College were mentioned, but the emperor still refuted it; when the cabinet deliberations came, Yang Mianren proposed

You will be the governor of the Xuan Mansion, and the reward will be postponed until the emperor is satisfied. Although he used to disapprove of your promotion too quickly, this was also a good intention. After all, he is your master, and this will never change."

Because his eldest uncle Zhang Xin was worried that the children in the family would not be able to endure it, he took turns in different shifts last night and everyone rested for a few hours. Therefore, Zhang Yue was no longer in a daze than he had been in the previous few days, and his mind was naturally clear.

Although he had heard a thing or two about the origin of the reward, but after all, unlike Yang Shiqi who had personal experience, how could he know such details? He himself is a thoughtful person, and has always felt that Yang Rong is too smart and difficult to deal with. Now it seems

, he still accepted the great favor from others.

Repaying resentment with resentment and repaying kindness with kindness were his principles in life. He immediately bowed to Yang Shiqi solemnly and said, "Thank you, Mr. Dongli, for reminding me. Otherwise, I might have accepted the kindness without realizing it."

Seeing Yang Shiqi nodding with a smile and walking forward slowly, he suddenly remembered something important and hurriedly chased after him. He knew that Yang Shiqi had not brought his wife and children to him yet.

He didn’t even have many family members accompanying him to serve him. Although this could be considered honest, he remembered that it was recorded in history books that Yang Shiqi’s eldest son was sentenced to death for committing lawlessness, which implicated Yang Shiqi in resigning, and even died of anger in the end. Therefore, he naturally did not want this famous official to end up like this.

This is how it ends.

"Mr. Dongli, I heard that Brother Shi is still in the countryside, why don't you take him to Beijing?"

When talking about his son, Yang Shiqi suddenly showed a sad expression. He has been an official for many years. Although he has always sent letters back, he has not had the opportunity to return to Taihe in more than 20 years. His eldest son Yang Ji has only visited him three times so far, each time.

After a brief reunion, he would urge his son to return home quickly. Although they were father and son, they had to rely on letters to even say a word.

"The capital is prosperous, and it is easy for young people to lose their temper. There are many aristocratic families in Taihe, and the Yang family has always passed down the family with benevolence. Besides, with his mother's control, I have nothing to worry about, and mother and son are good friends. Besides, I

Letters will be sent every once in a while, and he often writes letters. It's a pity that he is not a material for studying. After so many years, he has not even passed the examination."

"Mr. Dongli, although this is your family matter, I shouldn't interrupt. It's just that you haven't returned to your hometown for more than 20 years, so it's wrong to use letters to represent the relationship between father and son. There are many students in the capital, and there is talk and laughter in your family.

There are scholars who come and go, but there are no white men. Maybe I can lead Brother Qi to make progress. Although many sages in ancient times forgot their family for the sake of their country, it was originally a wise saying to cultivate one's morality, harmonize one's family, govern the country and bring peace to the world."

The Yang family was originally from a wealthy family in Taihe, Jiangxi. It was already a family in the Song Dynasty. Yang Shiqi's great-grandfather was a Hanlin Academy member in the Yuan Dynasty. He was famous for a while, but his family declined at the end of the Yuan Dynasty. Therefore, Yang Shiqi has been promoted steadily since he was recommended to the Hanlin Academy.

After that, he always attached great importance to his family's reputation and wrote back

Nine out of ten of the letters he sent were to teach future generations, but he did not take his wife and children to the capital. It was not just him, there were so many civil servants in the capital, and most of them had their families stay in their hometowns and serve as officials in the court alone. However,

Zhang Yue mentioned that his family was full of Confucian people talking and laughing, but not Bai Ding, and he gradually became moved.

"Since you said so in Yuanjie, I'll think about it later."

After Yang Shiqi was sent away, Zhang Yue felt relieved. Most of the other people in prison this time had little friendship with him. He was not an omniscient and omnipotent person and could not control many things. It would be enough now that Yang Shiqi was released from prison. Moreover, if

If Yang Shiqi can bring his eldest son to his side, he may not commit violent murders under his nose all day long.

After dinner that day, everyone took turns to keep vigil according to the rules set the night before. Mrs. Wang's sincere words had moved the Dongfang family. Now the inner courtyard is much neater than before, and no one dared to move up or down.

If you are lazy and hesitant, the men outside will save the boss's time and no longer have to worry about two things.

Zhang Yue and Zhang Ji stayed together for the rest of the night. At this time, they were ready to stare for a while in the room specially set aside next to the funeral shed. However, as soon as they entered the room, someone came to report that it was Zhang Fu who invited him.

He went to the study. Not knowing what was going on, he hurried there, only to see that besides Zhang Fu, there was also his fourth brother Zhang Jiu. Zhang Fu looked good, but Zhang Jiu's face was full of frustration.

"Brother Yue, although my aunt has gone now, Brother Ji's marriage has been decided before, and all the previous regulations are over. He only needs to get married, and his aunt's suicide note has also been sent. His marriage is

It’s my aunt’s biggest wish, so

Your eldest uncle and I both feel that we don’t have to wait for the one-year mourning period to expire, and we can get married in the heat of mourning, so as to comfort my aunt’s spirit in heaven. But this stubborn boy is just not happy. I don’t want to talk to him. It’s a good lesson for you as an elder brother.

Your little brother!"

Seeing Zhang Fu walk away after saying these words, Zhang Yue was stunned for a moment. When the two green painted lattice doors were closed tightly, he came back to his senses and looked at Zhang Jiu with a face full of reluctance.

At a glance. Somehow, he suddenly remembered the time when the three brothers went to the South together.

The situation in Beijing. At that time, Zhang Jiu was young and ignorant and secretly returned to his sealed home. When he learned about the situation, he slapped the little guy hard and then scolded him. Now, six years have passed.

, Zhang Fu gave him this kind of errand.

"Xiaosi, since the uncle and the uncle have decided, why don't you agree? I know you are very sad when your grandmother passes away, but she was still thinking about your marriage before she died. If you are serious, you should complete her final

A wish.”

Zhang Jiu, who was dressed in burlap mourning clothes, stood there silently, but did not answer Zhang Yue's words. When he felt his shoulders sink, as if being pressed by a pair of hands, he raised his head and saw Zhang Yue's eyes.

Staring at himself brightly. Although Zhang Yue has been running around all these years, he has always had a good relationship with this third brother. Thinking of the rumors he overheard that day, he gritted his teeth.

"Third brother, it's not that I don't want to obey my grandmother's last wish and get married, it's because the time is not right now! My grandmother has recently lost her father, Ding You, and now I am just a supervisor with no official position, but she is the daughter of Marquis Wu'an. Now Wu'an

Hou Zhenshou Kaiping is not in the capital. Others say that the marriage was made by Mrs. Wu An without permission. The death of my grandmother..."

"Stop talking!"

As soon as Zhang Ji opened his mouth, Zhang Yue immediately understood that this little guy was stubborn again, so he stopped him angrily. He hit him hard on the head, and then he said with a straight face: "My parents ordered me to be a matchmaker."

In other words, Mrs. Wu'anhou must have sent someone to report to Wu'anhou. How could she have made the decision without authorization? After the marriage was agreed upon, your father also agreed. Not to mention the marriage contract, all other etiquette procedures were completed. What changes were there?

?That’s because Marquis Wu’an’s daughter is quite good, but don’t belittle yourself. If she didn’t think you were good, would Mrs. Marquis Wu’an agree to this marriage?”

Being scolded and taught by Zhang Yue, Zhang Jiu suddenly became speechless, and then he said calmly: "But I heard them say that Mrs. Wu Anhou was dissatisfied with Wu Anhou's doting on Aunt Zhang alone, so she..."

"The one on the left heard about it and the other on the right heard about it. Do you also believe what I heard?" Zhang Yue was very annoyed. He secretly thought that he would take advantage of the opportunity to punish those women who dared to chew their tongues. However, he didn't show it at all on his face and simply became more arrogant.

Out of his elder brother's airs, "If Marquis Wu An nods, how can Mrs. Marquis Wu An make the decision on her own? In short, the elders will naturally arrange the marriage for you. Your sister-in-law has already gone to see that girl for you, her character and appearance."

They are all first-class, so don’t keep trying to get into trouble! Okay, we will still be on duty in the second half of the night, so go and take a rest now!"

Being pulled by Zhang Yue, Zhang Jiu followed him out of the door involuntarily. When he entered the simple room and lay on the bed in his undressed clothes, he couldn't help but start thinking wildly again, and ended up in a trance.

After a moment, he felt his head sink, and there was darkness in front of him. He hurriedly pulled hard a few times, and then pulled the thing off his head. He soon realized that Zhang Yue had thrown another quilt on his head.

On the head.

"Remember well, you are the eldest grandson of our branch. Get some rest now. It's cold at night, so cover yourself more. Don't catch a cold, or you won't be able to sleep when you go out later."

"Well, thank you, third brother!"

Seeing Zhang Jiu nodding heavily and then turning over and lying down obediently, Zhang Yue couldn't help but smile. Although Zhang Jiu is now eighteen, in his heart he will always be the little guy who often gets into trouble, and he still thinks of his childhood from time to time.
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