Fantasy: Starting out as a gigolo, born a Confucian sage

A flowing family, an iron dynasty.

Shen Wuming began to recall history books in his mind.

From the princes of the Shang and Zhou dynasties, to the powerful nobles who emerged as classics heirs in the Han Dynasty, to the aristocratic families of the Wei, Jin, Sui and Tang dynasties...

If it weren't for Huang Chao who failed to pass the exam, the big Eastern countries would probably have a caste system.

Hearing Cui Zu'e's words at this time, he was also thoughtful in his mind.

Regardless of whether it is a reform or a conservative approach, it seems that the ones who can get the big bucks are the powerful ones like them.

"Then how did you know that the reform would fail?" Shen Wuming was a little confused.

"Your Majesty's body..."

Cui Zu'e spread her hands, "Many people are accusing the conservatives of joining forces with Queen Mother Wei to assassinate His Majesty."

"Actually, His Majesty had health problems before he ascended the throne. Ordinary people don't know about it."

"All right……"

Shen Wuming, who had just prepared a conspiracy theory, suddenly found it very reasonable.

Cui Zu'e looked at the change in his expression and knew that her deal was probably done.

Immediately, the conservative faction's conspiracy against Chu Pingshan was revealed, and Shen Wuming suddenly took a breath of air.

"Yongding River...Tianshi Dao...Walking in the world..."

Shen Wuming's pupils shrank, and he slowly exhaled the turbid air in his mouth, "Okay, okay, if it's true, I owe you a big favor."

"I said I don't want any favors, I want a poem."

Cui Zu'e's slender body leaned against the guardrail next to the Jade Lotus Pond, smiling An Ran, "Make a song for me!"

"It takes inspiration, sister!"

Shen Wuming gave a wry smile, "Come up with a question, you must give me a direction."

"Then what kind of poem do you think I am suitable for?" Cui Zu'e bent down slightly, placing her beautiful face in front of Shen Wuming.

I saw that she had picturesque features, fair complexion, beautiful nose and red lips, and a smooth and delicate jade neck.

Especially at this time, the upper body is slightly tilted, and the heavy chest wrapped in clothes looks even more plump and proud.

Shen Wuming felt his mouth go dry, "That must be a beauty poem!"

"This is what you said, Master, not Zu'e's boasting."

Cui Zu'e smiled slightly, her voice as intellectual as a big sister's.

It's like waking up early in the morning and taking a sip of mellow glutinous rice wine. While it's clear and refreshing, it's soft, glutinous and sweet, and keeps lingering aftertaste.

"certainly!"

Shen Wuming came back to his senses and thought for a while, it would be more appropriate to write a beauty poem.

After all, this is the nature of a woman. If you praise her for her talent, it is better to praise her for her beauty.

…

Just after Shen Wuming left, a figure suddenly walked hurriedly from outside and whispered to Taishou Ma.

Governor Ma's face changed slightly, and he hurriedly came to Pei Mao and said something. Pei Mao nodded slightly.

Not long after, a group of officials hurried out and only Pei Mao did not get up to greet them.

The others were full of doubts, and Pei Zian even had resentment in his eyes.

"What are you doing? You haven't started eating yet..."

Pei Zian lay weakly on the table, feeling cold looking at the delicious food piled in front of him, and he could not help but stare.

But she didn't give any instructions. If she started eating directly, she would be scolded later when she went back.

A group of officials walked out of Jingu Garden. The leader, Wang Xiu, smiled and held his hands to the figures in front of him.

"How are you doing, brother Taisu?"

"I've met Mr. Wang." A middle-aged man smiled and returned the greeting, "Recently, it's still the same."

"Brother Wang and all the gentlemen, please don't take offense if you come uninvited this time. It's really too late."

"I just arrived in Zhongshan this afternoon. After I settled in, I heard that the Hairpin Banquet gathers Zhongshan talents, and I came here to experience it."

"Brother Taisu, you're welcome."

Wang Xiu had a kind face, and there seemed to be no dissatisfaction, but there was still a trace of solemnity in his eyes.

No matter how fancy this hairpin banquet is, in the final analysis, it is an opportunity for the imperial court to win over the emperor.

Even if it is to match them with the daughter of an aristocratic family, they are still concerned about the life events of these sons.

Moreover, when you enter the officialdom in the future, with the help of your wife's family, it will be much easier to do things.

But Wang Xiu knew that the people in front of him were evil because they were from the world!

Heavenly Master Dao!

At that time, hundreds of schools of thought practiced Buddhism and passed down various traditions and theories, all of which were supported by the imperial court.

But there is still Jianghu Taoism, but it does not deal with the court, but is the king based on the territory, that is, Jianghu sect.

As for the relationship with the court, it's just so-so. He doesn't listen to the tune or the announcement.

They also originate from hundreds of schools of thought, such as Tianshi Dao, which is one of the branches of Taoism.

The sect has many disciples, many industries, and many resources, and even occupies several squares of Cave Heaven Paradise.

Even though the Northern Han Dynasty extended an olive branch and canonized it as a state religion, Tianshi Dao did not accept it.

Coming here this time may not be easy.

"Inside please, inside please."

Although Wang Xiu was thinking about it in his mind, he didn't show it. After all, Pei Mao was still in charge of the overall situation.

No matter what kind of trouble Tianshi Dao wants to do, he doesn't need to deal with it.

Entering Jingu Garden, Wang Xiu walked a few steps faster to Pei Mao and told him what had happened.

Pei Mao nodded, "In that case, let me arrange two more tables to entertain all of you."

Governor Ma quickly arranged for them to do it, and then two seats were added to Pei Mao's main table.

As for the other Tianshi Dao people, they sat next to them.

"Zhang Taisu has met Mr. Pei." The leading Tianshi Dao monk saluted slightly.

"We haven't seen each other for several years, but Mr. Pei is still as charming as ever!"

Pei Mao and Zhang Taisu were old acquaintances. After a few pleasantries, Pei Mao asked about their purpose of coming.

Zhang Taisu shook his head and laughed, "Nothing special, I just want to see the candidates from Zhongshan County."

"I heard that there are many talented people in this autumn exam. Some people dominate the gold list, and some people climbed to the fifth floor of the Confucian Temple."

"Hahaha!" Pei Mao laughed dumbly, "You said that these are the same person."

"It must be Shen Jieyuan." The young Taoist next to Zhang Taisu took over the conversation, "I have admired Shen Jieyuan for a long time."

"Who is..."

Pei Mao looked at the young Taoist and asked Zhang Taisu.

Just now, he asked someone to add two seats at the main table, which were reserved for the leader of the Tianshi Dao.

I thought Zhang Taisu would let other Tianshi Dao elders sit here, but I didn't expect it to be a young man.

"Ye Qingchen!" Zhang Taisu introduced him with a smile, "Qing for Qingming, Chen for Wuchen."

"The last disciple accepted by the headmaster, he has been practicing in the mountains, and this time he was brought out to broaden his horizons."

"Oh, that old man, I thought he would take all his life's learning into the coffin."

Pei Mao laughed and teased.

"I thought so too." The young man didn't get angry, but smiled.

"Following the master, I chop wood and carry water every day, and I haven't learned any skills."

"By the way, I wonder where Shen Jieyuan is now? I wonder if I can meet him?"

"Although I am in the Tianshi Dao, I also admire Confucianism and want to learn from Master Shen!"