Lanke Chess Edge

Not in Dazhen?

Xiao Ling was stunned for a moment, but most of the surrounding countries and even the distant Tianbao Kingdom have similar state names, and a few barbarians are called tribes. If it was only in a foreign country, this immortal would probably not Let's put it this way.

He wanted to ask again, but Ji Yuan had already blocked his words by opening his mouth again.

"Young Master Xiao, don't worry about those extraterrestrial matters that you can't take care of, but don't forget that Ji came here today to collect debts."

Although it only passed for a while, a lot of things happened in such a short period of time. If Ji Yuan didn't say anything, Xiao Ling would have almost forgotten about it, or thought that the debt mentioned before was from the Empress Jiang Shen.

At this moment, hearing the fairy in front of him talk about asking for a debt, Xiao Ling thought for a while, and asked a question for confirmation.

"Five hundred taels of gold?"

"That's right, it's five hundred taels of gold, Mr. Xiao won't be unable to take it out?"

Based on Ji Yuan's understanding of the Xiao family, Xiao Ling's father is not a clean ass, but an upright official. After so many years of salary, five hundred taels of gold can still be used.

"Okay, sir, will you go home with me, or do you have other plans?"

Ji Yuan is far away.

"No need, Young Master Xiao will go back to the mansion on his own, take the gold and send it back, we will wait here for Young Master."

Xiao Ling looked at Duan Muwan.

"What about Wan'er?"

Ji Yuan understood what he meant by asking this question, but he didn't intend to restrict their personal freedom.

"It's fine for the two of you."

Hearing this, Xiao Ling felt relieved, and after saying goodbye to Ji Yuan and Longzilongnv, he led Duan Muwan out of the restaurant and left in the dark.

Ji Yuan had already sat back at the table, while Long Zi watched the two of them go away through the window before sitting down.

"Hehehe...Since this son was lucky enough to meet Uncle Ji and left such an impression on him, if he relied on his own hard work and hard work, it would be a good fortune to meet again today after many years. It's really ironic... "

Ying Ruoli also nodded approvingly, she and her brother had already learned a lot about Uncle Ji's temper.

While the two brothers and sisters were feeling emotional, Ji Yuan had already taken three pairs of new chopsticks and handed each pair to Longzi and Longnv.

"There is still a table of wine and food, don't waste it."

At any rate, there were seven or eight dishes on the table, all of which were hearty and hard dishes, Xiao Ling and Duan Muwan would definitely not eat them tonight, so Ji Yuan would not be polite.

As soon as Ji Yuan started eating, Long Zi and Long Nu had to accompany their elders even if they pretended to be, so naturally they started with their chopsticks.

It was already half an hour later when Xiao Ling came back again, he returned to the private room with a small box in his arms, Duan Muwan did not come with him.

Originally, it was possible to use silver tickets, but Xiao Ling felt that what the other party wanted was gold, so it was better not to make a fuss, and just bring real gold.

"Mr. Ji, five hundred taels of gold, exactly!"

Xiao Ling put the small box on the corner of the table, and opened the wooden box to reveal the neat gold ingots inside.

The size of the box is the same as that of a baby's shoe box that Ji Yuan used in his previous life, and the five hundred taels of gold in it really melted together, definitely not as big as a brick.

But it's such a small box of things, but it's five hundred taels heavy. Xiao Ling's body is relatively weak now, even if he is good at martial arts, he still feels sweaty and panting after walking with the box for so long.

Ji Yuan just glanced at the golden things in the box, then nodded and said.

"Okay, that's right, Mr. Xiao and I are also settled."

After saying this, Ji Yuan flicked his sleeves, and the box on the table would automatically flow in the absence of wind.

After recovering the debt and figuring out what the white fox did, Ji Yuan didn't want to argue with Xiao Ling any more. After doing all this, he took the dragon son and the dragon girl to go first. Say goodbye and leave.

Xiao Ling looked through the window in the private room to see the direction in which they were leaving, but after only a dozen or so steps, the three of them had already disappeared into the night.

"Uncle Ji, the Xiao family is the descendant of Xiao Jing, right?"

While walking on the road, Long Nu suddenly asked, Ji Yuan looked at her and nodded.

"That's right. I wasn't sure before I came here. After I met Xiao Ling, I did some calculations. I can confirm that it is Xiao Jing's descendant."

Ji Yuan knew that Long Nu had watched Wang Li's book on the boat for a while before, and the summary at the end gave a rough overview of the whole book, so it was not surprising to learn about Xiao Jing's affairs.

This made Longzi curious.

"Ruoli, what kind of charades are you playing with Uncle Ji? Who is Xiao Jing? Why do you know that I don't? I have spent much longer with Uncle Ji than you!"

Ji Yuan didn't bother to explain to him, so he gave Longnu a wink, and walked ahead alone, letting the siblings talk on their own.

. . .

After all, Long Nu is still a Jiang Zhengshen, and she left within a few days after she settled the matter of the Xiao family, while Long Zi stayed for half a month in a stern manner, and was finally sent away by Ji Yuan.

In this way, the time passed through the summer and came to the autumn season again, Ji Yuan has been alone in Gyeonggi Province for more than two months.

During this period of time, Ji Yuan also learned some things. The situation in the capital is naturally tense, but no matter whether it is intrigue or open and dark arrows, it has no effect on him.

In his spare time, he went to various chess halls in the capital to watch other people play chess. This is what Ji Yuan did most during this period. He also made a special trip to Yinsi Ghost City to visit Bailu and her husband-in-law.

In addition, what is worth mentioning for Ji Yuan is Yin Qing's ranking in the imperial examination.

As early as in spring, when the apricot blossoms were in full bloom, the results of this year's Chunwei had already been announced. Yin Qing, who had already passed the state examination and obtained the qualification for the examination, also participated in the palace examination.

His grades are not high, and he can't reach the No. 1, No. 2, and Tanhua positions in the Three Tripods, but it's not too bad. He is in the bottom of the second class, just because his father Yin Zhaoxian is too dazzling, and his son Yin Qing's On the contrary, the grades were said to be poor.

This point is actually quite interesting. Others Ji Yuan dare not say anything, but he still knows a little about Yin Qing's talents.

If it is said that the positions of Xie Yuan, Hui Yuan, and No. 1 Scholar do require some luck, it is normal if they cannot get it, but Yin Qing is still capable of fighting for the top three in the palace examination, and the chances are not small.

However, Yin Qing's results were only at the bottom of the second-tier, and he barely fell to the third-tier, which is worth pondering.

It is naturally impossible to operate in a black box. Even though Yin Zhaoxian has offended many people now, no one has dared to do it. It can only be said that Ji Yuan's "little Yin Qing" is deliberately hiding his clumsiness.

Ji Yuan can even guess what Yin Qing is thinking, basically as long as he can meet the requirements of being an official, and then use a little bit related to a suitable position, it can play a role but doesn't need to be too dazzling for the time being.

Like many respected people, many people are afraid of Yin Zhaoxian, but in fact, although Yin Zhaoxian is a talented minister, but in his bones, Yin Qing is more literary, and Yin Qing, who has a delicate mind, should be paid more attention to. Who knows this.

On this day, Yin Zhaoxian, who had been working hard in Wanzhou for many years, was announced to Beijing to report on his duties.

All the ruling and opposition officials, including Yin Zhaoxian, knew that the days of the Holy Majesty were numbered.

After all, whether it is someone who respects Yin Zhaoxian, or someone who fears or even hates Yin Zhaoxian, all the civil and military princes and nobles of the Manchu Dynasty know very well that Yin Zhaoxian is a virtuous minister, a virtuous minister, and even more a loyal minister.

And in these years, there are many times when everyone is in danger in the court. Perhaps there are only one and a half officials who can truly be trusted by Emperor Yuande and are extremely favored. Those who have been to Xianyuan often speak often.

Yin Zhaoxian, the magistrate of Wanzhou, rushed to Beijing this time, which has more symbolic meaning.

At this moment, outside the emperor's bedroom deep in the palace, an old eunuch walked into the bedroom with small steps and came to the emperor's bed, bowed and whispered into the curtain.

"Your Majesty, Wanzhou Zhizhou Yin Zhaoxian has entered the capital, and he is waiting outside the palace."

"Yin, Yin Aiqing is here? How long has it been?"

The old eunuch has served the emperor for a long time and knows what he is asking.

"Returning to Your Majesty, it has only been more than a month since the edict was issued. Yunbo Mansion in Wanzhou is far away from the capital. Lord Yin is indeed a pillar of loyalty and patriotism. He worked day and night for more than ten days, and ran away to death several good horses... ..."

"Hey... that's fine, that's all... call him in."

"yes!"

Loud noises are prohibited in today's bedroom, not long after the old eunuch retired, he led the dusty Yin Zhaoxian to the side of the bed.

"Yin Zhaoxian, governor of Wanzhou, pay homage to Your Majesty!"

Yin Zhaoxian bowed to the chief.

"Yin Aiqing... Come closer, let, let Gu see you..."

Yin Zhaoxian looked at the old eunuch beside him without hesitation. He stepped forward five steps and knelt down on one knee so that his face was slightly lower than the bed. The old eunuch walked to the side of the dragon bed and opened the curtain a little.

At this moment, the old emperor's face was thin and pale, and Yin Zhaoxian was slightly taken aback. He hadn't been in Beijing for many years, and his impression of the old emperor was still when he won the number one prize.

But this daze was only for a moment, Yin Zhaoxian hurriedly bowed his head and saluted.

"His Majesty!"

In the eyes of the old emperor, seeing Yin Zhaoxian had a completely different feeling from seeing other ministers. It seemed that Yin Zhaoxian's whole body was brighter. Compared with it, other places in the palace showed an illusion of darkness.

"Yin Aiqing, I have only heard rumors about you. There are many people who are in the market, and you are not educated. Many people have heard that you are in love with you. You have a noble and upright spirit. Yes, you are the most important minister through the ages..."

"I dare not bear this evaluation!"

The old emperor smiled, and with the help of several eunuchs, he put pillows and other things on his back, and sat up from the bed.

"A seat."

"yes!"

The eunuch moved a small low chair, and Yin Zhaoxian sat down calmly after thanking him.

"Ho ho ho... Originally I thought it was Gu Ye, I thought it was a rumor in the market... But seeing Aiqing today... I believe it a little bit!"

"My minister is terrified!"

"Hahaha... Others are really scared, but you are not!"

Now Yin Zhaoxian really panicked and hurriedly saluted.

"I dare not!"

The old emperor waved his hand.

"Senior officials from the three provinces and six ministries, some of them, have met alone. You, Yin Zhaoxian, are just a prefect, but no one in the court dares to ignore you. I wanted to say something else, but suddenly felt that I should ask you something else. one question……"

Yin Zhaoxian made a brief salute.

"Excuse me, my majesty, I know everything!"

The old emperor nodded, his face suddenly became serious.

"Yin Zhaoxian, who do you think is the king of Jin or the king of Wu?"

The old eunuch who was coming over with tea trembled and almost dropped the tea tray.