Chapter 115. Talented people on the street.
Xiao Yulie Zhaoben seems to have known the young man of Yuming for a long time, and after seeing his appearance, his face is boiling: the second is paid, m changed, and then instantly returned to the previous elegant and cordial, and also nodded to the young man. 【】
On the other side, noticing that the young man couldn't help but look at him, Xiao Mo was curious, and turned his head to look at him.
I saw that this young man was more than six feet tall, with a slender body, bright eyes, slightly dark skin, a raised figure, and full of masculinity. When he looked at Xiao Mo, the essence in his eyes flashed slightly, as if he already knew Xiao Mo's identity.
And after the young man and Xiao Mo glanced at each other, he first smiled at Xiao Mo and nodded, and then walked in front of Zhang Yansheng and laughed loudly: "It turned out to be Zhang Sangongzi, and the little man in the state said to me, Wangjing Tower, there are guests, it turns out to be your mouth."
The laughter is bold and sincere, which is completely different from Zhang Yansheng's elegance and kindness, but it has a unique taste, and it is also easy to make people feel good.
Zhang Yansheng also smiled, and said to the visitor: "It turned out to be Brother Wang, I haven't seen him for many days, and I have time to come to this Zhufeng Building today?"
The young man shook his head and said, "I have been busy with business a few days ago, but I haven't been able to come here for a long time to taste bamboo leaf boiled wine, and my heart is itching.
Hearing this young man's words, Zhang Yansheng couldn't help but laugh.
At this moment, the young man turned his head to look at Xiao Mo and the others, and asked Zhang Yansheng, "These are your guests, the third prince?" To be able to intersect with the third son, I want to come to an extraordinary husband and wife, and it is also fate to meet him, why don't the third son introduce me to it?
A gleam flashed in Zhang Yansheng's eyes, but the smile on his face did not change at all, he pulled the young man to Xiao Mo, pointed at Xiao Mo and said to the young man: "Brother Zhang doesn't like Chu Ci in the summer of the self-disturbing words the most, and often sighs that he failed to meet that Xiao Mo?" Now you can finally get your wish."
Then, Zhang Yansheng introduced the identities of Xiao Frame and Yingguan to the young man.
In the end, Zhang Yansheng ordered the young man to introduce to Xiao Mo: "This is the eldest grandson of the current privy envoy Lord Wang Han, the four-rank sword guard beside His Majesty, and the eldest brother of Wang Jianwang.
As soon as Zhang Yansheng's words fell, Wang Jian had already taken the lead in front of Xiao Mo, and bowed his hand to Xiao Mo with a face full of surprise: "It turns out that you are Xiao Dajia, you have been looking up for a long time."
Xiao Mo smiled and saluted: "Brother Wang is polite. “
Although Xiao Mo smiled, after learning Wang Jian's identity, he was secretly frightened in his heart.
Looking at the previous conversation between the two, Xiao Mo originally thought that even if Zhang Yansheng and Wang Jian were not close friends, they must have a good relationship, but he didn't expect that Wang Jian turned out to be the eldest grandson of Wang Han, Zhang Qian's sworn enemy in the court.
As for the boldness and sincerity shown by this Wang Jian, I am afraid that Zhang Yansheng's amiability and easy-going are just his disguise.
Zhang Yansheng still said on the side: "Brother Wang, I let you get what you want this time, should you thank me?" Zirou came to the capital just before the time of a stick of incense, and then he was immediately pulled here by me. If it weren't for me, you wouldn't know when you would be able to have fellowship with Zirou. ”
That Wang Jian laughed again: "You guy, you know to take advantage of me, okay, I will treat you in Zhufeng Building today." ”
The laughter was still bold, but Xiao Mo always felt that there seemed to be something hidden in Wang Jian's smile at the moment, and the eyes looking at him were even more meaningful. Fourth, the neutral network irrigator abuses a mother's scum for you in a miserable environment
Suddenly, Xiao Mo's heart sank, and he finally understood Zhang Yansheng's true purpose of bringing him to Zhufeng Tower this time.
It can be seen from the sedan chair outside the Zhufeng Building and the servants waiting outside that this Zhufeng Building seems simple, but in fact, the people who can dine inside are all extraordinary people.
And Zhang Yansheng so blatantly brought Xiao Mo here, and even mentioned in front of Wang Han's grandson that he had a great relationship with Xiao Mo, isn't he announcing to the world that Xiao Mo has become a member of the Prime Minister's Mansion?
Thinking of this, Xiao Mo couldn't help but smile bitterly, he was still too careless, he fell for Zhang Yansheng's strategy so easily.
If everyone in the world regards Xiao Mo as an official of the Prime Minister's Mansion, in order to avoid the growth of Zhang Qian's power, the privy envoy Wang Han will inevitably go all out to suppress Xiao Mo in the future, and at that time, Zhang Qian will not have to do anything, just watch the play.
Maybe in this way, Xiao Mo was forced to do so, and in the end he could really only take refuge under Zhang Qianmen.
Under the sharp turn in his heart, Xiao Mo also smiled and bowed his hand to Wang Jian and said, "Brother Wang is bold and admired." In that case, let Brother Wang break the bill today. I don't have any friends in the capital, from today on, Brother Wang is my second friend in the capital, except for Zijia, if Brother Wang can use my Xiao Mo in the future, don't be polite. ”
After hearing Xiao Mo's words, Zhang Yansheng's face changed slightly, and then returned to normal, but Wang Jian's laughter became more and more bold.
Although Xiao Mo's words don't mean anything, at least it is certain that Xiao Mo has not yet thrown himself on Zhang Qian's side, otherwise Xiao Mo would definitely not have promised Wang Jian like this.
"Let's go!! Let's go upstairs, Xiao everyone, you don't know, the reason why this bamboo wind building can have such a big reputation in Beijing is because of the exclusive sale here, bamboo leaf boiled wine has even been said, did not taste bamboo leaf wine, did not climb the ancient river tower, did not see Caizi Street, empty to Chang'an City,. This bamboo leaf wine, Guhe Tower, and Caizi Street are really the three uniques in Beijing, and among these three uniques, the bamboo leaf wine is ranked first. ”
Saying that, Wang Jian personally pulled Xiao Mo and walked towards the second floor first.
Zhang Yansheng followed the two of them, and he also climbed the stairs, but he shook his head and said with a smile: "Brother Wang, don't bully Zi Rou when he first arrived in Beijing, this is the three uniques in the capital, Xiao Zhen'e punishment should be Cai Wu Street, how to T You Panfu has become a bamboo leaf wine 7 a small boron, m."
Wang Jian snorted: "For me, among the three of Bamboo Leaf Wine, Guhe Tower, and Caizi Street, the number one is Bamboo Leaf Wine.
Hearing Wang Jian's willful words, although he knew that this was just one of the various masks on his face, Xiao Mo couldn't help but shake his head and laugh.
Under the leadership of Zhang Yansheng and Wang Jian, Xiao Mo and the others crossed the second floor and came directly to the third floor of the Zhufeng Building, and finally came to a private room with "Wangjing Pavilion Sanyu" hanging in front of the door.
Entering this "Wangjing Pavilion", Xiao Mo finally knew what its name came from and sat by the window, not far away is the most prosperous area in the capital, people come and go, bustling, in the distance, there are more palace pavilions faintly visible. Although it is only the third floor, but sitting here, most of the prosperity of the capital can be seen in the eyes, in the secluded private room, looking at the bustle and bustle of the world, it is indeed a unique taste.
The dishes had already been prepared, and after seeing Xiao Mo and the others sitting down, the little guys brought them one after another, making them exquisitely, and the taste was even more outstanding, so that Xiao Mo never got tired of eating them.
However, the bamboo leaf boiled wine that Wang Jian highly admired, although the taste is fragrant, but after all, it is only boiled wine, and the degree is very low, compared with the liquor of later generations, it is more like a drink, although Xiao Mo drank less, but he can't talk about whether he likes it or not.
After talking to each other about some interesting anecdotes they had encountered, Xiao Mo suddenly thought of something and asked Zhang Yansheng and Wang Jian: "The two of them once said that the three uniques in the capital are Guhe Tower, Bamboo Leaf Wine, and Caizi Street. I have tasted this bamboo leaf wine, the taste is fragrant, endless, it is indeed a must, but I don't know how the ancient river tower and Caizi Street are unique?
Zhang Yansheng first smiled at Wang Guan, and then explained to Xiao Mo: "The so-called three uniques in the capital are just a family talk, the capital is prosperous, there is no demand, where are there only three uniques?" But these three things, there are indeed extraordinary, bamboo leaf wine is not to say, everyone who has tasted it is full of praise afterwards, but it is difficult to brew, the output is very small, half of which has to be supplied to the royal family, and the rest is only this bamboo wind building can be sold, identity and money, lack of one of them, there is no way to taste it. ”
After a pause, Zhang Yansheng said: "As for the ancient river tower, it is twenty-three zhang high, it is the highest building in the capital, all kinds of Buddhist murals in it, exquisite and exquisite, and it is located in the place where the two major canals meet, the scenery is beautiful, climb its height, see the world at a glance, it is the most relaxing, let people linger. But among the three, the most interesting is still the Caizi Street, or in other words, every three years, before the palace exam. ”
Hearing Zhang Yansheng's introduction, not only Xiao Mo, but even Xiao Huan and Fan Guan next to him were also aroused by curiosity, and they all asked what was going on.
This time, it was Wang Jian who explained to Xiao Mo: "There is a well-known secret, and everyone Xiao wants to know about it. Today, His Majesty likes to wear folk costumes and pay a private visit to the capital, which is not only to inspect the people's feelings, but also to have fun with the people. About fifteen years ago, when Caizi Street was still called Guangfu Street, a scholar because of the poverty of his family, although he came to Beijing to catch the exam, but even the money needed for accommodation was insufficient, and he had no choice but to earn some meager money by selling Yu paintings on that Caizi Street, and His Majesty Weifu paid a private visit, but happened to meet this scholar, and after talking, he admired the scholar's talent and style. After the palace test, it was found that the scholar was impressively ranked among the scholars, and His Majesty appointed him as the first champion on a whim, a good event in the literary world, and it was widely spread all over the world. ”
With a sigh, Wang Jian continued: "However, in today's world, there are often few elegant people who are free and easy, and there are many laypeople who speculate with the flow. Since this incident spread, in the past 15 years, before the last five palace examinations, a large number of scholars have rushed to the streets of Juzi, and they have also followed the example of the poor scholar back then, setting up stalls on the street to sell their own calligraphy and paintings, so as to show their talents, and look forward to meeting His Majesty there and obtaining good fortune. So at this time, on that talented street, as far as the eye can see, from the street to the end of the street, there are scholars setting up stalls everywhere. In the meantime, there are all kinds of fighting texts, fighting words and fighting each other, and other ring events, and the talents are gathered and it is very lively.
In addition, on Caizi Street, the shops on both sides are selling the four treasures of the study, all kinds of books, and all kinds of elegant things, and the name of Caizi Street comes from this. ”
Hearing Wang Jian's introduction, Xiao Mo couldn't help but be stunned, but he didn't expect such a strange thing to happen in the world today.
On the other side, Xiao Huan and Fan Guan had bright eyes and seemed to have moved their minds. Fourth, the neutral network irrigator abuses a mother's scum for you in a miserable environment
"Brother Wang, except for the one fifteen years ago, has Your Majesty ever visited Nacaizi Street again in recent years?"
Xiao Frame couldn't help but ask.
Wang Jian glanced at Xiao Yuan, a trace of displeasure flashed between his expressions, obviously he didn't like Xiao Huan to be so cordial to him, in fact, since the two sides met, Wang Jian only talked to Zhang Yansheng and Xiao Mo, but he paid little attention to Xiao Huan and Fan Guan.
The Wang family was originally a century-old family, and it was also a representative of the old families of the Chu Dynasty, Wang Jian, who was born in the Wang family, attached great importance to the background of the portal, and Xiao Mo could still greet everyone in the literary world with a smile, but for ordinary scholars, he would not value it.
I wanted to turn my head and ignore it, but I found that Xiao Mo was looking at him thoughtfully at this moment, Wang Jian quickly concealed the unswerving expression, nodded to Xiao Huan with a smile and said: "With the temperament of His Majesty today, before the palace examination every year, the Caizi Street is so lively, and it is because of him, how can you not join in the excitement?" According to rumors, over the years, there have been many talented people who have been favored by His Majesty there, although they have not been named champions as they were fifteen years ago, but they are all among the top two. However, these are just rumors, it seems that because of the incident fifteen years ago, the fish has known thousands of people with His Majesty over the years, and has been advised by His Majesty to "dry", and has not been told by His Majesty, and has not spread about these things.
Zhang Yansheng said on the side: "In fact, as far as I know, since the champion fifteen years ago, there have been three talented people who have been favored by His Majesty over the years. And it is precisely because of those rumors that before the palace exam every year, the street of talents is becoming more and more lively.
Hearing Zhang Yansheng's words, a trace of gloom flashed in Wang Jian's eyes.
Emperor Chu Ling likes to pay private interviews in micro-services, which is a well-known thing. But few people know that Emperor Chu Ling's micro-service is most accustomed to taking Zhang Qian with him when he is on a private visit, how many scholars have been noticed and supported by Emperor Chu Ling on Caizi Street over the years, Zhang Yansheng is naturally one Zhu and two Chu, in comparison, the Wang family has received a lot less holy favors.
Zhang Yansheng didn't seem to notice Wang Jian's expression fluctuations, but just smiled and quipped to Xiao Mo: "If Brother Zirou has nothing to do these days, why don't you also go to the talented man to set up a stall on the street, sell some calligraphy and paintings, or participate in some competitions such as poetry fighting, with Brother Zirou's knowledge, he will definitely be able to attract everyone's attention, and maybe he can also get acquainted with His Majesty because of this." ”
Xiao Mo shook his head with a smile, and asked Zhang Yansheng rhetorically: Brother Zijia will go there to set up a stall to fight? ”
Zhang Yansheng shook his head, already understanding what Xiao Mo meant.
The lifters who participated in the palace examination, as long as they can pass the preliminary examination, basically obtain the name of Jinshi is nine out of ten, but then in the real palace examination, the ranking between each other is hand-picked by the emperor, so if the emperor has an impression of a certain scholar in advance, and even has a good impression, then the ranking of this scholar in the palace examination will inevitably be greatly improved.
Therefore, before the palace examination, it is a very important part for the scholars to build their own momentum and make a name for themselves, and all kinds of activities on the street of talents are just one of their means.
But for people like Xiao Mo and Zhang Yansheng who have become famous early, this kind of behavior of building momentum and fame is unnecessary, because their fame is already big enough, and if they go to the streets like this, they will fall behind.
However, looking at the appearance of Xiao Yuan and Fan Guan next to him, he was obviously moved.
After the banquet on the Zhufeng upstairs, Zhang Yansheng and Wang Jian said goodbye to Xiao Mo and the others.
Before parting, Zhang Yansheng and Wang Jian both invited Xiao Mo to be guests at their mansion in the future, vaguely indicating that their elders were very interested in Xiao Mo, and Xiao Mo also agreed one by one.
The residence of Xiao Mo and others in the capital has already been arranged by Zhang Yansheng, and it is one of the most famous inns in the capital, "Zhuangyuan Building", it is rumored that this inn has produced six champions in the past 100 years, three Bangyan, five Tanhua, and more than 300 Jinshi, so it became famous.
The candidates who have always gone to the capital to catch the exam, in order to get a good fortune, although they know that the champion building is expensive, as long as they have surplus wealth, they are willing to live in the champion building.
Xiao Mo and the others originally thought that the guest rooms in the champion building were full, but they didn't expect that Zhang Yansheng had already chartered three upper rooms there for the three of them early.
So, after Xiao Mo and the others left the Zhufeng Building, under the leadership of one of Zhang Yansheng's servants, they went straight to the Zhuangyuan Building after meeting with Deng Shangquan and others who were waiting outside.
After entering the room set by Zhang Yansheng for the three of them, after everything was cleaned up, Xiao Mo and the others finally had time to look at this world-famous "champion building". However, it was found that although this champion building was quite famous, the decoration room was too much pursuit of elegance, too much, plus there were inscriptions of previous Jinshi everywhere, and there was even a suspicion of self-selling and boasting, and the axe and chisel marks were too heavy, which made Xiao Mo a little disappointed.
However, at this moment, the palace test is imminent, and almost every room in the champion building has a faint sound of reading, which is a little more artistic conception. Fourth, the neutral network irrigator abuses a mother's scum for you in a miserable environment
And just as Xiao Mo was standing on the corridor and looking at this champion building, he saw Xiao Huan Fan Guan with a strange expression, as if he wanted to say something to Xiao Mo, but he was a little hesitant.
"Brother Xiao and Brother Fan, just say something."
Vaguely guessing the thoughts in the hearts of the two, Xiao Mo shook his head and smiled.
"Zirou, you really don't want to go to that Caizi Street to try your luck?
Xiao Frame asked hesitantly.
Xiao Mo smiled and said, "You can go if you want, don't worry about me, it's not bad for me to stay here alone and read books." ”
After hearing Xiao Mo's words, Xiao Yuan and Fan Guan both showed disappointment in their eyes, and each returned to their rooms to prepare, and it didn't take long for them to say goodbye to Xiao Mo and leave in a hurry.
Regarding the matter of making a name for themselves before the palace examination, the two of them had already prepared, and when they entered Beijing, they carried their own proud Yuhua poems, which were easy to prepare
In this way, Xiao Huan and Fan Guan had just come to the capital, and before they had time to rest, they couldn't help but go to Caizi Street to try their luck.
Alone left Xiao Mo in the inn.
But Ti Mo didn't care, just shook his head, returned to his room, took out a shaku-four book to note his father, and looked through it carefully.
At the same time, Fan Xiang, who was dressed as an ordinary entourage, also came to the champion building.