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Yang Yaozong sat in the carriage and hugged Jing Yijun in his arms and said, "I'm going to visit Zhang Lie and make an appointment with him to go to Beijing." He also has to be prepared. After reading him, I have to go back to Nangong Mansion to explain some things, after all, the time to go to Beijing will not be short, if I don't show up, I am afraid that the people in Nangong Mansion will worry about me. ”

Jing Yijun nodded and said softly: "Well, then I'll go back to the mansion first." You've been running around all day today, and you're tired. Even if some things can't be dealt with, then it will be dealt with tomorrow, and it doesn't hurt to postpone going to Beijing for a day. ”

Yang Yaozong said softly: "I set off one day earlier to come back one day earlier." Besides, on the way to Beijing, there was time for me to rest. You can rest assured. ”

The two separated from the door of the Yuelai Inn, and Jing Yijun left by himself, leaving the carriage to Yang Yaozong.

Yang Yaozong entered the inn and found Zhang Lie from the second floor, he was reading in the inn with nothing to do, and he was very happy to see Yang Yaozong come to him in person. He received an edict from the imperial grandson in the early afternoon, and he already knew that he was going to accompany Yang Yaozong back to the capital to run errands. And I also know that Yang Yaozong went to Beijing under the pseudonym Yang Guo this time, and was given the same Jinshi by the emperor. He guessed that since Yang Yaozong went to Beijing under a pseudonym, he must have something important to handle. And he can do things for Yang Yaozong, and he can do things with facts, so he is naturally happy in his heart. What's more, when he returned to Shangjing, which was his hometown, he could still be with his brother, and he was even happier and more satisfied. I also feel admiration for what Yang Yaozong promised him and did what he said.

As soon as Yang Yaozong was welcomed into the door by Zhang Lie, he saw a voice shouting from behind: "Lord Yang! ”

Yang Yaozong felt that the voice was very familiar, so he turned around and walked out again, only to see that it was Xiao Xizi walking towards him. Yang Yaozong was a little surprised and said, "Brother Xi, why are you here?" ”

Xiao Xizi smiled and whispered: "Little brother, I am here to pass on the holy decree for Zhang Bangyan. When I came up the stairs, I saw Brother Yang in front of me, and I shouted out when I was happy. ”

As soon as Xiao Xizi mentioned the holy decree, Yang Yaozong knew that it must be King Xian who thought of something, so he asked Xiao Xizi to summon him.

When Zhang Lie received the edict in the afternoon, it was this young father-in-law who came to pass it on, and at this time, he saw that father-in-law Xi came to preach the holy decree for himself, and was called his younger brother by Yang Yaozong, and he seemed to have a good relationship, so he hurriedly invited him into the house.

Xiao Xizi finished reading the holy decree and handed it to Zhang Lie. Only then did Yang Yaozong know that King Xian noticed that Zhang Lie was not good as a role model and returned to Shangjing as a white person, so he specially drafted this holy decree and named Zhang Lie as the general judge of Shangjing Jingfu.

Yang Yaozong still has a good understanding of the official position system of the Great Zhou, and although the rank of this Jingfu is not high, it is extremely powerful. The general judge is directly appointed by the emperor to assist in the internal affairs of the state government, has the power to report directly to the emperor, and is a central official who combines administration and supervision. Orders issued by the prefect to his subordinates must be signed by the prefect and the prefect before they can take effect, and all matters concerning the soldiers and civilians, money valleys, household registration, enlistment, and prison lawsuits can be adjudicated, but they must be executed by signing a document with the prefect and the prefect.

Zhang Lie was given such a powerful official position that could show his talent and take revenge, and when he was happy, he gave Xiao Xizi a lot of rewards for Yang Yaozong's face, and Xiao Xizi happily accepted it and said: "Lord Zhang, the slave has two words to say to Lord Yang, can you ...... it?"

Zhang Lie said clearly: "It's also time for dinner, Lord Yang and Father-in-law Xi, please wait a while, and go out to tell Xiao Er to prepare some wine and food, so as to express my gratitude to the two of you." ”

Xiao Xizi said: "Lord Zhang doesn't have to be so formal, the slave will return to the palace after saying a few words to Lord Yang." ”

Zhang Lie saw that his father-in-law was in a hurry to talk to Yang Yaozong, and he no longer gave way, put away the holy decree, walked out of the door, and closed the door by the way.

Yang Yaozong saw Zhang Lie go out and asked Xiao Xizi, "What is the matter with Brother Xi looking for me?" ”

Xiao Xizi approached Yang Yaozong and said very familiarly: "Big brother, I came to pass on the edict of the imperial grandson to Lord Zhang in the morning. Younger brother, I know that the eldest brother is going north, so the younger brother wants to ask the eldest brother to do something. ”

Seeing Yang Yaozong's frowning, Xiao Xizi hurriedly said, "Big brother, don't get me wrong, little brother, I know that the matter of the eldest brother's trip to the north this time is a confidential matter." The younger brother resolutely didn't dare, and he wouldn't pass it on, otherwise his head would have to move. He saw that Yang Yaozong's face softened and approached Yang Yaozong and said pitifully: "Big brother, the younger brother's ancestral home is also from Beijing, and the younger brother has no parents since he was a child, and his sister who is three years older than me has always taken care of me. When I was seven years old, I was abducted to Tianjing City and sold into the palace as a eunuch. When I first entered the palace, I was bullied, but the imperial grandson saw me by chance and thought that I was pitiful and pleasing to my eyes, so he asked me to serve him by his side. Speaking of this, Xiao Xizi's voice was a little choked.

Yang Yaozong didn't expect Xiao Xizi to enter the palace as a eunuch like this, and he felt very sad for him in his heart.

Xiao Xizi wiped the tears from the corners of her eyes and said: "At the beginning, Xiao Xizi missed her sister very much, and slowly grew up, knowing that she had no children and grandchildren, she lost the ability to pass on the ancestry, and she consciously had no face to see her sister, so she didn't dare to think about her sister." Even if you want to be a little brother, I'm afraid you won't be able to get out of the capital in this life. What's the use? This time, I knew that my eldest brother was going to the capital, and the feelings of missing my sister that had been hidden by my younger brother for many years came to my heart again. So the younger brother wants to trouble the eldest brother......"

Yang Yaozong patted Xiao Xizi on the shoulder and said softly, "You want to ask your eldest brother to help find your sister, right?" ”

Xiao Xizi's bright eyes stared at Yang Yaozong and nodded vigorously.

Yang Yaozong smiled and said: "Big brother will definitely try his best to help you find it, but my sister's appearance has changed a lot over the years, and I am afraid it will not be too easy to find." She may be looking for you too, and she has a daughter, maybe...... You have to be mentally prepared for this. Yang Yaozong wanted to say that her sister may no longer be alive. But seeing Xiao Xizi's expectant expression, he didn't say it in the end.

Xiao Xizi understood what Yang Yaozong meant, lowered his head and said in a trembling voice: "Xiao Xizi has already had this mental preparation, even if she knows that her sister is gone. Xiao Xizi can also burn some money for her sister during the New Year's Festival, so that her sister can live a good life below. This can also make me feel more at ease. You can also let my sister know that Xiaoxizi is living now...... It's still very good. If my sister is no longer in Beijing, then the world will be nowhere to be found, and the fate between our sister and brother will be broken, and I will break the mind of looking for my sister again in the future. ”

Yang Yaozong nodded and comforted: "Then Brother Xi, do you have any tokens that your sister can recognize your identity, and do you remember what characteristics your sister has, so that I can find it, as long as your sister is still in Beijing, my eldest brother promises that your sister will definitely be found." Reunite your brother and sister. ”

Xiao Xizi raised his head, excitedly grabbed Yang Yaozong's sleeve, fluttered and knelt down, and was about to kowtow.

Yang Yaozong hurriedly helped him up and said, "Brother Xi, what are you doing here!" “

Xiao Xizi nodded, finally smiled, took off a woodcarved Bodhisattva hanging around his neck, handed it to Yang Yaozong, and said, "This woodcarved Bodhisattva was carved for me by my sister herself." Bless my safety, I have carried it with me since I was a child, and I have never taken it off. Brother Yang, you put this away, I believe my sister will definitely recognize this woodcarved bodhisattva. ”

Yang Yaozong looked at the wood carving Bodhisattva in his hand, perhaps the reason why Xiao Xizi has worn it since he was a child, and now after years of love and nourishment, it has a mellow color and texture. It's like a jade that has been nourished for many years. Look at this Bodhisattva's carving is very exquisite, with clear eyebrows and eyes, and kind eyebrows. Yang Yaozong smiled and said, "Your sister's hands are so skillful, she actually carved this Bodhisattva to life. ”

Xiao Xizi nodded and smiled: "Well, I remember when I was a child, my sister could carve anything out of wood with a knife. It's all lifelike. My sister also supported me by selling these carved things. ”

Yang Yaozong looked at the back of the wood carving again, and saw two lines of small characters carved on it, "Please bless my brother's family to be safe and healthy". Yang Yaozong looked at Xiao Xizi and said, "Xiao Xizi, is your name Jia Le?" ”

Xiao Xizi nodded and said, "Well, my brother's real name is Tong Jiale, and my sister's name is Tong Ruoshui." I remember my sister...... My sister has a heart-shaped birthmark on her left chest. He pointed to the position of his left chest to show Yang Yaozong.

Yang Yaozong smiled dumbly and embarrassedly: "This ...... Brother Xi, what are the characteristics of your sister's appearance? You're talking about something special, but it's also a little too secretive. But...... However, it is not convenient to use it for identification. ”

Xiao Xizi pondered for a moment and said shyly: "Sister, my sister has a small mole on her left and right earlobes. ”

Yang Yaozong nodded and said, "Well, this feature is better confirmed." Brother, don't worry. As long as your sister is still in Beijing, the eldest brother promises to help you find her. ”

Xiao Xizi's eyes were full of excitement and nodded, "Mmmm! Thank you, big brother! After speaking, he took out some silver tickets from his bosom and stuffed them to Yang Yaozong and said: "Big brother, you can take this money, Xiao Xizi has no place to use the money, you can use this money." ”

Yang Yaozong refused and said, "What are you doing!" Don't you think I'm your big brother! Your sister is my sister, do you still need to use this kind of false etiquette with your eldest brother. ”

Xiao Xizi was moved to drop two lines of tears and said in a trembling voice: "Big brother, Xiao Xizi, what kind of blessing is this life, which can make Xiao Xizi a strong brother in this life." Big brother, you can keep this money, if you don't use it, give this money to my sister on my behalf! I also want my sister to have a good life. ”

Yang Yaozong was also a little moved by Xiao Xizi, and comforted: "You still have to collect this money, the eldest brother promises you, as long as the eldest brother finds your sister, it doesn't matter if she is doing well or not, whether she is married or not." The eldest brother brought your sister to Tianjing City to see you and reunite your sister and brother. Would you like to give the money you saved to your sister yourself? ”

Xiao Xizi was moved with joy and tears, and he was about to kneel, Yang Yaozong hugged him and comforted him a few words, before Xiao Xizi's excited mood calmed down.

The two chatted for a while, and after Xiao Xizi told Yang Yaozong his address in Shangjing when he was a child, he bowed down and said, "Brother Lao will help the younger brother find his sister." Whether he finds it or not, the younger brother will remember the great kindness of the eldest brother. The younger brother wishes the eldest brother all the best in the north this time! It's done! ”

Xiao Xizi left, and Zhang Lie took the shopkeeper back to the room with some wine and food.

The shopkeeper put the wine and food on the table and bowed away. Zhang Lie and Yang Yaozong sat opposite each other at the table, Zhang Lie poured a glass of wine for Yang Yaozong and said: "Thank you for the grace of the Taisun Taifu, if there is no Taisun Taifu, the emperor will definitely not seal this official position in Xiatong, and let Zaixia return to Shangjing to serve." Taisun Taifu's kindness to Zhang Lie is unforgettable. The thin wine prepared today was too hasty, and I was wronged by the grandson and the master, and I asked the grandson and the master not to mind. When I return to Beijing, I will definitely treat Taisun Taifu well! "Then drink the wine in the glass.

Yang Yaozong's body has not recovered yet, and he can't drink yet, but he can't resist Zhang Lie's enthusiasm, so he took a sip and said: "I've not been in good health recently, so I'm not suitable for drinking, so I'll drink less." You don't have to be grateful to me, if I hadn't taken a fancy to your talents, I wouldn't have recommended you to the emperor and the emperor's grandson. You better not let down the expectations of the emperor and the emperor's grandson for you. In addition, I went to Beijing this time under the pseudonym Yang Guo, as your friend, and went to Beijing with you as a guest, and by the way, I went to Beijing to study. It's not a grandson. So you and I can just call me brothers. so as not to be seen as flawed. ”

Zhang Lie had already guessed that Yang Yaozong would definitely take on a huge responsibility, and said respectfully: "I will obey the orders of the Taisun Taifu." ”

Yang Yaozong nodded and said: "If you return to Shangjing as a new science list and a general judge of the Beijing government, there will definitely be a lot of dignitaries and dignitaries, and even King Qin will hold a banquet to entertain you." If it's convenient for you, bring Yang. Even if it is to introduce Yang to them. ”

Zhang Lie nodded and said solemnly: "Obey the orders of the adults!" “

Yang Yaozong smiled and asked, "When you came to the imperial examination, did you take the land or water route?" ”

Zhang Lie said: "Under the water and land, take a boat from Shangjing along the canal to Yangzhou, and then take a carriage from Yangzhou to Tianjing. It only takes half a month to 20 days to reach Tianjing by land and water, but it will take a long time to travel by land, and the road is not safe. ”

Yang Yaozong frowned and said: "Then we will leave early tomorrow morning, you wait for me at the inn, I will pick you up, and we will also go to Beijing by land and water." ”

Zhang Lie nodded and hesitated and whispered: "Taisun Taifu, there is something I don't understand. “

Yang Yaozong looked at Zhang Lie's hesitant expression and smiled: "What's the matter, as long as I can answer it, I will definitely not hide it from you." “

Zhang Lie thought about it and looked at Yang Yaozong and said, "I don't know why Taisun Taifu wants to call him a brother and a brother to Gonggong Xi?" “

Yang Yaozong knew what Zhang Lie meant, and he meant to say that calling himself a brother and a brother with the eunuch was self-surrendering and insulting. What's more, many people disdain to associate with eunuchs, and he should be the same as the grandson and the prince.

Yang Yaozong just shook his head and sighed: "It's not that no one wants to enter the palace to be a eunuch because of life, maybe you think that as long as you are a man, even if you sell your strength, it is better than being a eunuch, yes, you can live by selling your strength, but everyone's choice is different, at least eunuchs are also making money with their own labor and supporting their families, aren't they?" Of course, you may also think that even if you accept the food that comes to you, or die because you are desperate, it is better than being a eunuch. But being fed or dying doesn't make the family's life better, it makes the family more miserable, doesn't it? And Kiko ...... I won't say much to you, I can only say that he is a poor man. Yang Yaozong knew that it was impossible for him to change Zhang Lie's point of view in just a few words. He didn't want to change Zhang Lie's point of view. After all, at the beginning, I also wanted to say something from Xiaoxizi's mouth, and when I learned that Xiaoxizi served by the emperor's grandson and was deeply trusted by the emperor's grandson, I wanted to make friends with him even more. If your purpose is not pure, why should you defend yourself? But today, when he learned about Xiao Xizi, Yang Yaozong really felt that Xiao Xizi was pitiful and wanted to make good friends with him.

Although Zhang Lie still didn't understand very well in his heart, he nodded silently. (To be continued.) )