At twilight, this grand literary meeting finally ended, and a number of young talents emerged like surging waves, and their talents and appearances were all outstanding. is that they have never been accepted as disciples by Mr. Zhou Jiyan, and just by virtue of the appearance in this literary meeting, they can be called famous in one fell swoop.

And Mr. Zhou also kept his promise, and announced on the spot that he had accepted two new disciples: one is a disciple of a poor family, surnamed Zhang Mingnian, and the age of the crown; One person is a son of a famous family, born in Jingzhao Du, about twelve or thirteen years old, named Du Chongfeng. He is indeed the most outstanding talent in the Wenhui, and although the rest of the people are a little regretful, they have to admit that these two people are indeed more powerful than everyone present. Only when they became Mr. Zhou's disciples would be the fairest for everyone.

When the Wang brothers and the Li "brothers" returned to the Water Pavilion, they were just in time for the final acceptance of the apprentices and their thanks. When the county lord of Changning heard that there were actually children of the Jingzhao Du clan, he was first overjoyed, and then felt a little dissatisfied: "Brother, it is obviously a person from the Jingzhao Du clan, and he actually went to the Yang family, has this person ever worried about A-Niang and me?" Where do we go? ”

"It's just a senior brother, and it won't necessarily be used by the Yang family." Li Hui comforted her and said, "Isn't Zimu the same? Why don't you see you angry? Moreover, there are tens of thousands of people in the Jingzhao Du family, and there are still people who are married to the Hongnong Yang family, let alone worship the same gentleman? The relationship between the families is too complex to be described in black and white, but rather to their future behavior. ”

The county lord of Changning bowed slightly, and glanced at Wang Zimu again. She didn't expect that after being reminded by her brother, she suddenly found out that the living "traitor" was not around? It's just that the apprenticeship was promoted by his own brother and the prince, and I don't know what plans they have in mind.

At this time, Wang Zimu had already escaped from his trance and regained his usual composure. He frowned, listening to the scribes in front of him praising Na Nian and Du Chongfeng for how talented, personable, and agile they were, and he couldn't help but feel a little uneasy in his heart: "Brother, the matter of accepting apprentices doesn't seem to be so appropriate. Both of these were accepted as disciples on the spot, but I was recommended by Yang Xiangtou...... My talent is far inferior to theirs, and I always feel a little weak. ”

That's not true. If Yang can hit you, it is enough to show that you are not half a point worse than them. Otherwise, why would he recommend a person who might ruin the reputation of his master to be his junior disciple? The prince shook his head and said, "It is one thing to accept an apprentice on the spot, and it is another thing to recommend him, and the two need not be confused, and you don't have to feel that there is any injustice in it." Yang Xiangtou takes you, this is your opportunity, and you must not let it go lightly, understand? ”

Wang Zimu's gaze became firmer, and after a little hesitation, he asked again: "Since it is a God-given opportunity, why did the eldest brother reject him?" I remember that my brother didn't worship Guozijian Zuo Siye as a teacher, did he already have a plan? ”

"Mr. Zhou and I don't have a master-apprentice relationship, that's all." "We have actually met Mr. Zhou," replied, "but he has no interest in us, and I find his temperament quite unapproachable. You have always been kind, but you may get along well with him. "This Mr. Zhou's talent is really good, but his posture is a little too high, and it is difficult to make people happy, so he has never entered the ranks. However, he was not worried about the impact on Wang Zimu's temperament. After all, he is twelve years old, and his temperament has already been determined, and he will not be able to learn this kind of reserved attitude in the future, and his career should be no hinder.

While everyone was still discussing hotly, Li Hui left ahead of schedule with the county lord of Changning. He also had to send his little cousin back to the East Palace, and the time was a little tight. Wang Zixian didn't say much, watched them go away, and took the prince out unhurriedly. On the way out, he met Yan Balang and others, but Wang Ziling was never seen. When the two brothers came to the outside of the courtyard, Fang Youqu reported that Erlangjun had left on horseback with his friends.

So, the two silently returned to the small courtyard. Until Wang Ziling returned late at night, he was unwilling to be lonely and showed off how many new friends he had met, how many of them were children of high-ranking official families, etc., and they never revealed any words about "accepting apprentices". After all, at present, Wang Zimu has only been recommended by Yang Qian, and whether Mr. Zhou will accept him or not has to wait for the Yang family to send someone to deliver the news.

For the next few days, the prince continued to travel to and from the palace every day, describing his demeanor as unchanged. He was not unaware that someone was secretly following him, watching his every move. It's just that he is now acting frankly and freely, and he has nothing to say to people, so they can look at it casually.

Of course, the other party probably didn't know, and he also sent a lot of subordinates to secretly follow - who is called Yang Xiangtou who is always surrounded by a group of fans, always attracting everyone's attention? How can you notice anything unusual when you enjoy being surrounded by people and being in full view all the time?

Wang Zimu is indeed a good boy who is calm, there has been no news for several days, he is still unmoved, and he still stays in the courtyard and studies hard. Occasionally, Wang Zixian would take him out to meet Yan Balang and others, and he was no different from the past. The only abnormality is probably that they suddenly remembered the Li family brothers, and asked casually: "Brother, why haven't you seen the Li family brothers when you get together several times?" ”

The prince glanced at him: "Their family rules are strict, and if it is not a serious cultural event, they are categorically not allowed to go out at will—why do you miss the two of them so much?" I didn't say much at the time, did I? ”

"It didn't ...... It didn't mean to forget. I'm just a little curious, they are obviously also friends with Brother A, as if they have nothing to do with Brother Yan and the others. Wang Zimu hurriedly defended, "Since Brother Ah has given an explanation, I understand the reason, and I will never ask more." ”

"If I have the opportunity in the future, I will take you to meet them again." Wang Zixian smiled slightly and changed the topic, "After many days, the Yang family has not sent any news, it may be that something has changed." Zimu, if you can't apprentice, will you feel very disappointed? Will you quit school in anger? Or is there some obsession? ”

"Of course not." Wang Zimu replied without hesitation, "I am fortunate to have gained, but I have lost my life." As the eldest brother said, maybe it's just that Mr. Zhou and I don't have a master-apprentice relationship. If I devote myself to studying and become as outstanding as Zhang Nian and Du Chongfeng in the future, I can worship famous teachers again. ”

"Excellent! My son of the Langya Wang clan should be like this! Wang Zixian suddenly remembered that Li Xin and Li Hui brothers got along well, stretched out his hand, and tried to rub his head twice. And the prince was stunned, and he raised his hands to cover his head a little stupidly: "Big brother......"

Because of the estrangement caused by their parents, their brothers have never been so close. Wang Zixian suddenly found that it was not difficult to get close. After all, they are brothers by blood - not half paternally, but only in the maternal line, cousins. Of course, only Wang Zimu can be regarded as a family. The blood relationship of the rest of the people, don't mention it. Moreover, even if Wang Zimu respects him and is willing to defend him, the two are destined to have completely different attitudes towards this group of family members.

Anyway, for the time being, just seek common ground while reserving differences. He always needed a brother who could help him as a shield against the greedy fools. With the prince's harmonious nature, even if they are not close, he will also become a shield, but he will be stabbed and scarred. After a little polishing, perhaps he will be the most solid shield, blocking out the ups and downs brought by the so-called "family".

Two days later, seeing that the winter solstice was approaching, Wang Zixian was painting a picture of the ninety-nine cold at home, and Qingsuo suddenly came to report: "Ah Lang, there are several servants who claim to be from the Yang family are waiting outside with a ritual. ”

The plain white plum blossoms were just outlined, and the prince put aside his pen and said to Cao Shilang on the side: "Quietly send this picture to the king of Puwang's mansion, and then ask the king to draw a picture of the cold for you to bring back." Cao Shilang took the order and left, but he cleaned his hands unhurriedly, and asked Qingsuo to bring these servants in.

Yang Qian hung the two brothers for so long, and after all, he couldn't bear it anymore. Xu saw that they didn't react much, and he didn't let the king of Xin'an County and the county lord of Changning come forward to ask, and he never moved the Yang family to look for him and beg him, so he couldn't hold it back? In this game, after all, the patient won the game. In the next game, I wonder what crooked thoughts this person will make?

While thinking casually, he listened to the Yang family's servant explain with a smile: "Mr. Zhou originally didn't agree, but Lang Jun was good at talking about it, and praised the character of your family's San Lang Jun, so he finally relented. It took so much time for Mr. Zhou to agree to accept the apprentice, Lang Jun really didn't want to go, and felt ashamed of his trust in Wang Langjun, so he asked the villains to come over with a festival to explain carefully, looking at Wang Langjun Haihan. ”

If you really feel guilty, you should go to the country to explain to him in person. The prince sneered and commented in his heart: Hongwen Pavilion is in Taiji Palace, and Guozijian is in the Imperial City, which is not far away, and he is not even willing to do such a face-saving thing, so he really thinks very highly of himself. Come to think of it, he has been smooth sailing since he was a child, so he has never thought about these details carefully, right? Or maybe the two brothers are not worth his thoughts?

A hypocrite, if he is hypocritical to the extreme, can become a true gentleman. Thinking about it this way, this Yang Qian and Yang Mingdu will always be just a hypocrite.

Although he was disdainful in his heart, the prince's smile was still gentle, revealing two just the right amount of surprise and gratitude: "Brother Yang is willing to run for his brother, Wang is already grateful, where can he still afford Brother Yang's apology?" You brought such a heavy gift, and Wang couldn't accept it—"

The servant grinned: "What Lang Jun said, it is not a gift of apology, but a gift for the little junior brother." ”

Hearing this, Wang Zixian immediately showed a helpless smile: "Since it is a meeting gift for the younger brother, it should be accepted by the younger brother." After that, he asked Qing Suo to call out the prince who was still staying in the west wing, and smiled: "Third brother, Brother Yang sent someone to bring good news, Mr. Zhou has agreed to accept you as an apprentice." ”

The prince's eyes widened, as if he was still a little incredulous. After so many days without any news, he really thought that something had changed. But he didn't expect that so far it would give him such a big surprise-

"What?! What did you say?! Someone was even more shocked than him, almost stiffening himself at the entrance of the courtyard, and shouted with tears in his eyes, "He...... He actually wants to worship Mr. Zhou as a teacher?! The words were full of surprise, and then undisguised jealousy and anger rolled in: "When did this happen?!" Why don't I know?! "But it's Wang Ziling, who has just returned from a literary meeting.

"It turns out that Ziling is also so surprised." Wang Zixian completely ignored the distorted look of resentment on his face, and smiled slightly, "This matter is just an occasional mention of Brother Yang at the previous literary meeting. Because I haven't received news for a long time, I thought it wouldn't work, so I didn't tell you. Now that this matter has been decided, it is really gratifying! Later, we will write to Grandpa and Mother to tell them to rejoice with them. ”

Wang Ziling gritted his teeth and looked at him, and his gaze suddenly stabbed at Wang Zimu like a quenched sword. Wang Zimu woke up from his joy, saw his expression, felt his hatred, and all his joy suddenly turned into sorrow in this moment. Only then did he realize that in the heart of this second brother, years of brotherly love were not worth an opportunity to worship a famous teacher. It turned out that whether it was a half-brother or a half-brother, there was no difference to him.

At this moment, everyone was attracted by Wang Ziling's almost crazy expression, and almost no one noticed that Wang Zixian coldly curled the corners of his lips.

Such a selfish person should let everyone know his true nature.