Cao Tong's master and apprentice didn't dare to delay time, and drove directly to Wang Zeng's mansion.

Don't look at Wang Zeng and Lu Yijian's official positions, but the places where the two live are far apart.

The Lu family has accumulated for a hundred years, and the house is placed near the Daxiangguo Temple, which can be said to be the most expensive area in Bianliang City.

However, Wang Zeng's mansion is close to the Bianhe River, although it is far away from the downtown area, but it must be a little deserted with the Great Xiangguo Temple.

Of course, it is not easy for officials to have their own property in Bianliang City.

You must know that many of the senior members of the court and the central government above the fourth rank still rely on renting the annexes of the nobles and clans to gain a foothold in Bianliang.

Lu Yijian was not a person of many words, and from the moment he got into the carriage, the master and apprentice looked at each other.

Perhaps Lu Yijian was afraid that Cao Yan's childlike nature would not be able to sit still, so he said: "Yan'er, when you get to the palace of the prime minister, you must not be impulsive.

If you have a mentor to help you around, you won't let him go as planned. ”

When Cao Tong heard this, he couldn't help but feel a warmth in his heart.

It's a shame to say that this kind of warmth has been given to him by the king.

If Wang Zeng hadn't hit him with the idea, Cao Tong really didn't want to go through such a journey.

"Teacher, the student understands.

However, the students felt that instead of seeking peace with the king, the teacher should go further and seek cooperation.

After all, the hustle and bustle is all for profit, and the hustle and bustle of the world is for profit.

Although you don't want the prime minister to become a powerful minister when the official family is still in its infancy.

But you can give him some benefits if it makes sense..."

Lu Yijian was unimpressed by Cao Tong's remarks at first.

But seeing that Cao Tong only finished half of his words, he frowned and said, "Why did you stop being good?" ”

He wanted to continue, but just then the car stopped.

"Hey, let's get out of the car first." Lu Yi said.

Seeing this, Cao Tong hurriedly helped Lu Yijian get out of the car.

The night is getting darker.

The trickling water of the Bianhe River not far from the carriage sets off the loneliness here.

Lu Yijian was quite interested in what Cao Tong had just said, and asked, "Bai'er, tell me what benefits you should give to the king?" ”

"Teacher, don't you think the place where Wang Xiang lives is too remote?

Wang Xiangke is the central level of affairs, and every word and deed represents my Great Song Dynasty.

Students know that you are now on the errand of the all-knowing Kaifeng Mansion.

If you can help Wang Xianggong change to a mansion that matches his status, I think with Wang Xianggong's temperament, he will accept your affection. ”

Lu Yijian didn't judge on the spot when he heard this, but thought about it for a long time before nodding slightly to him and saying, "That's right!"

But there is a better way to be a teacher.

Since your father has already begun to prepare a house for you near Taixue.

Then when you marry the beloved daughter of the king, you will also bring the king's prime minister into your house.

Wouldn't it show that you attach great importance to filial piety? ”

No way!

Absolutely not!

Let's not talk about whether this family can be successful, just living with Wang Zeng is a pit.

The Great Song Dynasty pays attention to filial piety.

But when he moved out of Cao's Mansion, he was easily criticized.

If it is really as Lu Yijian said, after getting married, Wang Zeng will be brought to the house.

The people in Bianliang City still have to scold him for forgetting his ancestors?

"Teacher, learn... The students felt that this was inappropriate. ”

Seeing Cao Yan's embarrassment, Lu Yijian shook his head with a smile and said, "Hehe, the teacher was just joking with you just now."

But I want you and Wang Xiang to be neighbors.

In his early years, he was fortunate to be rewarded by the emperor with two adjacent mansions, which were located near Taixue.

Ben also wanted to wait for his children and grandchildren to leave the house and send them out when the order was outdated.

It just so happens that you are married, so as a teacher, I will take these two mansions as a congratulatory gift to you. ”

When Cao Tong heard this, he couldn't help but be overjoyed.

As long as the mansion was given by Lu Yijian, all his previous worries would dissipate invisibly.

"The student thanked the teacher." Cao Tong said.

"Hehe, why do you and I have to say thank you...

However, Yu'er, don't be far away from resenting the king.

He wants to recruit you as a son-in-law, but in fact, he has pressed all the glory and disgrace of the Wang family on you.

The same is true for the house that you have given to your teacher.

If one day you can become the teacher you are in today's position, then the juniors of my Lu family, you need to take care of one or two more. “

Cao Tong knew that this was Lu Yijian's heart.

So he didn't shirk it, but just saluted the slightly old Lu Yijian respectfully.

In the Great Song Dynasty, the relationship between master and apprentice is actually no less than that of biological father and son.

Before Lu Yijian set off, he told him all about his way of being an official.

That proves that Cao Tong is regarded as a personal disciple.

With this relationship, he is completely bound to the Lu family.

Even if Lu Yijian doesn't say it, it is also appropriate to support some relatives of the Lu family in the future.

Maybe it was Lu Yijian who saw him so solemn, and said with a smile: "Okay, we have been delayed for a long time."

You go to call the door in person, so as to show the sincerity of our master and apprentice. ”

Cao Tong did not hesitate when he heard this, walked forward quickly, and summoned the door of Wang Zeng's mansion.

After explaining his intentions, Cao Tong returned to Lu Yijian's side and waited.

Originally, Cao Tong felt that with Lu Yijian to accompany him, Wang Zeng would personally go out to greet him.

But they waited for a long time.

Not only did he not wait for Wang Zeng, but he didn't even wait for the disciple he first met.

Cao Tong didn't expect Wang Zeng to give Lu Yijian such a face, and said helplessly: "Master, why don't I go and call the door again?" ”

"Hehe, don't bother.

Speaking of which, being a teacher is also affected by you!

Like a teacher, Wang Xiang's refusal to show up is to sharpen your character. ”

Cao Tong looked at Lu Yijian, who was still breezy and calm, and didn't believe it in his heart.

He clearly knew that because of Bao Zheng's matter, Li Di completely offended Wang Zeng.

Even if he really had a fight with Li Di, Wang Zeng would not snub him because of this.

If he guessed correctly, Wang Zeng was deliberately slapping Lu Yijian in the face.

Fortunately, his master is thick-skinned enough, and he was stunned to find an excuse for him.

If you change people, I'm afraid you will have to make trouble on the spot!

The stars are setting and time is gone.

Cao Tong and Lu Yijian waited quietly in front of Wang Zeng's door for a long time.

You must know that it is only April, and Cao Tong's body is slightly stiff due to the gusts of night wind.

However, even Lu Yijian insisted, and he naturally didn't dare to complain.

Fortunately, Wang Zeng was afraid that things would get big after all, so he sent a disciple to welcome them into the mansion.

Unlike the last time he came, this time the king had chosen to receive them in the front hall.

When Menzi served them hot tea, Wang Zengcai was finally late.

"It's really a sin to make Brother Lu wait for a long time.

I don't know what happened when Brother Lu came to visit late at night? Wang Zeng said lightly.

Cao Tong looked at Wang Zeng, who was dressed neatly, and always felt that something was wrong.

Could it be that while they were waiting outside the house, the king had changed his clothes?

But before he could figure out the reason, Lu Yijian beside him smiled and said, "It's not strange, it's not weird."

Presumably, Li Xianggong was also in the house at this time.

It just so happened that Lu had something to discuss with the two of them, I wonder if Brother Wang could call him?

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