After chatting with my father for nearly half an hour, Xu Yan did not want to disturb him anymore and retreated.

When he came to the flower hall, he saw that Shen Mingchen was still there, so he came over.

"Jiaze, I really have to thank you very much this time."

Xu Yan said sincerely.

Shen Mingchen waved his hands repeatedly: "What is the teacher saying? When the student saw Ling Zun Ranji, would he be considered a personal one if he didn't take action to save him?"

"No matter what, I have written down your kindness. By the way, how did you know Doctor Gao?"

"Haha, that's a long story. Simply put, our two families are family friends."

"I see."

"This time my mentor is rushing back to Ningbo, it seems that the Grand Master is coming soon, right?"

Shen Mingchen said curiously.

"Of course, the Grand Master will soon press Ningbo."

Xu Yan talked happily: "The Grand Master placed the third stop of the college entrance examination in Ningbo, and it seems that he is optimistic about Ningbo scholars."

Shen Mingchen, who is also from Ningbo, said proudly: "Ningbo scholars are not inferior to Hangzhou, and of course they are still slightly worse than Shaoxing."

Although Shen Mingchen is very proud, he has to admit the gap between the two palaces.

Shaoxing Prefecture is a super academic mansion like Ji'an Prefecture, and countless Jinshi were produced.

"By the way, my mentor, have you heard that something big happened in the capital recently?"

Shen Mingchen suddenly said mysteriously.

"Um?"

"I heard that the fire broke out in the Great Neikaku and burned many palaces. The emperor was furious about this."

Shen Mingchen swallowed and said, "I heard this from a friend from Beijing. Just listen to it, mentor, don't talk about it outside."

Xu Yan nodded: "I still understand this truth as a teacher."

In fact, there have been many inexplicable fires in the Jiajing Dynasty. It is also unlucky to see that Emperor Jiajing is so unlucky.

Some are due to human reasons, while others are due to lightning struck on the roof.

After all, the main body of the Forbidden City Hall is made of wood, and it is easy to cause sky fire without good lightning protection measures.

Emperor Jiajing was another king who practiced Taoism and mystery, and was very sensitive to this kind of thing.

He would think that this was God’s warning to him, and he would start fasting and express his sincere repentance to God.

Perhaps because of his foresight, he felt that the Forbidden City was not suitable for living, Emperor Jiajing moved to Xiyuan early to live. Therefore, the fire in Dawei did not have much direct impact on him.

But I couldn't tell that Shen Mingchen had gossip attributes, and Xu Yan really didn't expect it.

"Hey, when I was devoted to practicing Taoism today, I have not been to court for many years. The state affairs are handled by the cabinet. It is no wonder that God will be furious in the long run."

There was no one in private, and Shen Mingchen couldn't help but complain a few times.

"This is not like Jiaze's style."

Xu Yan paused and said, "Besides, although Your Majesty does not come to the court, it does not mean that you will not handle state affairs. Your Majesty will definitely see the results of the cabinet's handling, otherwise wouldn't the Ming Dynasty be in chaos long ago?"

Although Emperor Jiajing did not attend court in the middle and late periods, he still had a fundamental difference from Emperor Wanli.

Emperor Jiajing personally checked all major events. In fact, the situation in the court was under his control, and the civil servants were also fooled by him. Xia Yan, Yan Song, and Xu Jie were not talented, but dared to play tricks with Emperor Jiajing?

Emperor Wanli's skills were much worse. Not only could he not fight against the civil servants, but he was also scolded and could not even make a decision. He simply gave up and became a manager.

It can be said that Emperor Jiajing did not attend court to enjoy life and practice Taoism to seek immortality. Emperor Wanli was more revengeful.

One is proactive and the other is passive and the other is proficient in the right way.

Shen Mingchen thought about it carefully and seemed to be the reason.

"That's right. Anyway, the sky falls and I don't have to hold on. I'm worried about anything. I should eat and drink, write poems, and live a short and timely life."

Xu Yan thought to himself that this is the attitude of life that Shen Mingchen should have.

Isn’t it much more casual to be a common poet than an official?

"I really envy Jiaze."

"My teacher, don't learn from me. I'm used to being idle and can't change it anymore. My teacher is still so young, so I should get fame and serve the court."

Shen Mingchen didn't want to influence Xu Yan's choice of road because of himself, so he quickly added.

"Don't worry, I know what I know."

"The Grand Master is here and he should go to the capital city. Should the teacher go and stay in advance?"

"It's not necessary. Dinghai County is not too far from the capital city, so it's enough to go one day in advance. I want to spend more time with my father."

"Yes, my teacher is really filial."

The two chatted again, and Shen Mingchen took the initiative to say goodbye.

Xu Yan went to decoct medicine for his father himself. After decocting the medicine, he served his father before he was willing to rest.

No words all night.

The next morning, Xu Yan decocted medicine for his father as usual, and then personally served him to take the medicine.

After he finished the process, he went to have breakfast and then studied.

After reading for half an hour, he began to practice articles, of course, imitating Mr. Qian's writing style.

Halfway through the article, Xiao Shutong hurriedly came to report that someone from Ningbo government office asked him to go to the city quickly.

The current prefect of Ningbo is Zhao Ruohai, the former magistrate of Dinghai County.

With his relationship with Zhao Gong, he should be informed immediately of any important matters.

Zhao Ruohai asked him to go to the city now, so there must be something important.

Xu Yan did not dare to delay and hurried to the flower hall to meet people.

The yamen runners met Xu Yan once. When they saw someone coming, they took out a handwritten letter from Zhao and handed it carefully to Xu Yan.

"Young Master Xu, Zhao Fuzun said it. As long as you read this letter, you will understand it."

Xu Yan nodded and said thank you.

He did not hesitate to take the letter apart in front of the yamen runners and take it out and read it.

The letter was not long, and Xu Yan burned it after reading it.

"When will the Fu Zun say when will the trip be set?"

"Of course, the faster the better."

Xu Yan thought for a moment and said, "Let me tell my parents."

The yamen runner nodded: "Please give me some advice."

To be honest, Xu Yan didn't want to go to the capital so early. If you stay in Dinghai County, you can serve your father for more than one day. Otherwise, he would have left with Shen Mingchen long ago.

I can only say that the plan cannot keep up with the changes!

But the Prime Minister Zhao had already said that in the letter, it would be too unreasonable if he had to delay.

After all, Prefect Zhao is half of his teacher, so he still has to give this little face.

Xu Yan sighed and went to report the emergencies to his father and mother.

Although Xu Huaiyuan was reluctant to leave, it was difficult to stop him.

"My son must take good care of himself."

Xu Yan smiled and said, "Don't worry, father, my son can take care of himself. You have to take medicine on time."

"Haha, my son is so filial. When you come back from the capital, your father's illness will be cured."

"A word is certain?"

"Haha, one word is certain."

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Chapter completed!