This is a major event related to the development of Qiu Yizhi's fate in the next few decades, and he has to think about it carefully, but he can't concentrate on himself.

So Qiu Yizhi thought for a while and said: "Now that the father-in-law has been completed, Yizhi thinks, can he live in seclusion and no longer ask about the affairs of the court?" ”

Zheng Rong raised his eyes and said, "Yizhi, Gu asks you, do you look down on Gu?" ”

Qiu Yizhi listened to Zheng Rong's headless words, and was stunned for a moment, and then "poofed" and knelt on the ground, stammering: "Father-in-law, where is this?" Where is this? ”

Zheng Rong said: "Do you think that Lone is the kind of master who crosses the river and demolishes the bridge, and cooks the rabbit and the dead dog?" Seeing that you have done too many confidential things for Lonely, you want to kill people and kill them? The so-called companion is like a companion tiger, so you Qiu Yizhi will get out early, do you want to be a pastoral recluse at a young age? ”

In the past six months, Qiu Yizhi has witnessed or experienced Zheng Yao's self-immolation and death, Zheng Chang was murdered and died, Yang Yuanzhi committed suicide by throwing himself into the lake, Bai Wenbo became a prisoner, Zheng Rong and Dai Luanxiang almost died, and so on. And which of these people is not an incomparably noble person, once he loses power, he will never recover, and it is really terrible to think about; Only like Zheng Hua, the king of Heluo, who accepts it when he sees it and does not ask about the world, is the way to self-improvement.

With such thoughts, Qiu Yi's heart already had some outlines faintly, but being pointed out by Zheng Rong in front of him inevitably made his heart tremble, and hurriedly said: "How dare Yizhi have such a meaning? My father-in-law said so, how can I still have the face to live in this world? With that, he kowtowed a few times.

Zheng Rong sighed and said, "Get up and speak." Since ancient times, there have been countless people who have killed heroes after kings have succeeded. You really have this idea, and Lone doesn't blame you. It's too heavy for Lone to talk just now, don't take it to heart, Lone just wants to ask you, how could you come up with something about seclusion? Do you really want to work for Lone anymore? ”

Qiu Yizhi said: "Under the whole world, it is not the king's land; On the shore of the land, it is not the king's minister. Even in an ordinary mountain villager, he works hard every day to serve the community. If Yizhi can be blessed by the Holy Grace and live in seclusion among the mountains and forests, he will not dare to forget the nurturing grace of his father-in-law for a moment! As for my father-in-law's desire to keep me to serve in the temple again, according to the etiquette, there are three inappropriateness. ”

"Oh? What are the three things that are wrong? Zheng Rong was a little curious.

Qiu Yizhi sat on the chair and replied with his fingers crossed: "One of them - Yizhi was originally a hungry and poor child, relying on his father-in-law's mercy to survive in the world. In the past few months, Yizhi has talked about small achievements, except for the righteous father Hongfu Qitian, relying on just some conspiracies and tricks, the righteous father is the person who ascends to the pole and is the emperor, and he pays attention to the uprightness and fairness, and my little ghost trick is not in line with the righteous father's majestic and holy virtue - this is the second. As for the third—"

Qiu Yizhi thought for a moment and continued: "As for the third - Yizhi is just a yellow-mouthed child, and he has no name on his head, and it is inevitable that there will be something shocking when he suddenly ascends to a high position, if I start from the petty officials of the six ministries, it is inevitable that Yizhi's personality will not offend the officials, and it will lead to disputes in vain, and then I don't know if my father-in-law is going to punish me?" Or is it for me? ”

When Zheng Rong heard Qiu Yizhi say this, Qiu Yizhi bent his neck to argue with his boss, or sneered at them, and he couldn't help but smile and said, "What you said is not unreasonable. But although you and I are not related by blood, we are like father and son, and it is inevitable that we will be a little reluctant to be separated like this! As he spoke, his eyes were a little moist.

Qiu Yizhi said: "How can Yizhi be willing to give it? However, this is one of Yizhi's great wishes, and I ask my father-in-law to grant it. ”

Zheng Rong settled down and said, "Okay! Lone promises you. However, 'the big is hidden in the court, and the small is hidden in the wild', I don't know what kind of 'hidden' method you want in Qiu Yizhi? ”

"Yizhi is going to have a 'middle hidden'." Qiu Yizhi replied.

"Oh? What do you mean by 'hidden'? Zheng Rong was hoisted up curiously and asked hurriedly.

Qiu Yizhi replied unhurriedly: "I heard that after my father-in-law ascended to the pole, he was going to hold an Enke ceremony, and before Yizhi, he donated a half-truth and a reputation of filial piety. Therefore, Yizhi thought about whether he could participate in the grand event and try his skills in the field. If I can get a jinshi or something, I will ask my father-in-law to wave my pen and order me to go out to be a county magistrate or something, and Yizhi will be grateful. ”

Zheng Rong had always known that Qiu Yizhi was ingenious in speaking and doing things, but he didn't expect that the "hidden" he said was such a "hidden" method, and he couldn't help grinning and said: "Good Qiu Yizhi!" As an official of the imperial court, is it also a retreat to the countryside? ”

Qiu Yizhi replied: "Yizhi has been thinking about this matter for a long time. Yizhi's father-in-law friendship is deep, if he escapes into the mountains and forests, and from then on separates from his father-in-law, Yizhi is unwilling to die. ”

He was touched by his words, and he choked up and said: "If Yizhi can get his wish, he will be appointed as his father-in-law within a few years to govern this county without leaving any stone unturned, and not closing his door at night." If the righteous father still has a place to get the ritual when he arrives, as long as a holy decree comes down, the ritual will naturally come in the starry night to serve the righteous father! With that, two lines of tears had already flowed.

Zheng Rong was also moved by Qiu Yizhi's sincere feelings, and said with a long sigh: "Gu has told you more than once that after the matter is completed, the position of military attache in the Chinese dynasty, as long as you can see it, you can choose." I didn't expect you to have only one county magistrate...... At a young age, you know that there are advances and retreats, and you are much stronger than your father-in-law! ”

Qiu Yizhi was about to be humble for a few words, but when he saw Zheng Rong "Teng" getting up, he said loudly: "Although you only need a petty official of the county order, you can't be mean and unkind. In this way, you Qiu Yizhi will go to be your little county commander, and there is another secret decree to make you an earl - I think it is better to use the word smart and wise as the name. ”

Qiu Yizhi hurriedly bowed down and thanked him.

But I heard Zheng Rong say again: "With your Qiu Yizhi's merits, you should be crowned a prince." However, since ancient times, there has been no good end for the king of the opposite sex, and this is also for your sake. As for why he was not made a duke or a marquis...... That's to leave you room to improve. You are still young, and you are a talent that you want to keep for your son and grandson, if you are awarded the top title now, it will inevitably make future generations feel that there is no official to be sealed. ”

Zheng Rong's words meant deeply, Qiu Yizhi already knew it, kowtowed a few more times, and said: "The father-in-law thinks so deeply about Yizhi, Yizhi is really inexplicable, and there is no way to repay it!" ”

Zheng Rong raised his hand to help Qiu Yizhi up and said, "You have done so many things for Lone, and you are still Lone's life-saving benefactor, and it is only natural that Lone should repay him like this." ”

Zheng Rong paused and said, "If you want to seek a career on the right path of the imperial examination, this idea is excellent." However, Mr. Zhongli has never taught you the sour and rotten articles of the imperial examination, so I am afraid that this stepping stone may not be easy to take. Zheng Rong pondered for a moment and continued, "This time, although Mr. Zhongli is the main examiner, Lone has to write the question himself. I might as well reveal to you a little bit here: The question of Enkoze's examination this time is the sentence that you said to Marshal Dai a few days ago, 'a thief is a husband', and you can go down and prepare carefully, but you can't leak this exam question. ”

Qiu Yizhi knew that Zheng Rong was not in the right position, and he took advantage of the opportunity of Enke to turn the direction of public opinion around when he came out with this exam question. He didn't dare to say this clearly, so he just bowed his hand and said, "Yizhi has written it down." ”

Zheng Rong changed his words and said: "When Luoyang is attacked, Gu intends to find a good mate for you." From a lonely point of view, the county lord of Yiran has some feelings for you since she was a child, and she has the identity of the county lord of Bohai, and she is a match made in heaven with you. However, since you want to retreat to the countryside, then I am afraid that I will no longer be able to match you. It's inconvenient for me to come forward in this matter, and I still need you to talk to Yiran, don't hurt her heart. Did you know? ”

Qiu Yizhi didn't expect Zheng Rong to bring up this matter here, and he was stunned for a long time, but he didn't know how to explain it to Yiran, so he had to say perfunctorily: "Yizhi knows." ”

Zheng Rong nodded, and said: "There have been a lot of things in the court in the past few days. Your stepfather, master, and several brothers are all busy. I'm sure you've had enough, and you should give them a hand. According to Gu, Shi Liangzhi, the secretary of the Ministry of Rites, is quite effective, but Gu is a little uneasy after all. You might as well just monitor from the sidelines, and report any abnormalities or progress to Lone immediately, so that your master can be more relaxed. ”

Qiu Yizhi nodded yes, and said: "My brother Chi Lianghong, with my background, has a lot to contribute. He has the heart to serve his father-in-law, but he doesn't know what his father's plan is? ”

Zheng Rong nodded and said: "Lone intends to give him the title of four-rank military general, teach Lone Relatives Army martial arts, and walk in the Criminal Department, and restrain the two affairs of black and white, which can be regarded as making the best use of his talents." ”

Qiu Yizhi had already heard from Zheng Rong's words that he wanted to keep Yu Chi Lianghong by his side, and knowing that it would be difficult to meet with the brother of the martial arts alliance leader after he was dispatched, a feeling of sadness suddenly rose in his heart.

However, Qiu Yizhi felt that Zheng Rong's arrangement was very appropriate, so he calmed down and saluted to thank Zheng Rong on behalf of Wei Chi Lianghong.

The two of them spoke a few more words, and by the time they went out, it was already past noon.

Zheng Xin, Zheng Sen, Dai Luanxiang and others who remained in the lobby of the military headquarters, none of them dared to leave in advance, and they were all talking to each other. When they saw that Zheng Rong had led Qiu Yizhi out, they hurriedly stepped forward.

I only heard the eldest son Zheng Xin say: "Father Wang Tongyizhi has been talking for so long, and he is about to miss the meal." I heard that the food of the military department is in charge of the head of the forbidden army, which has a unique flavor. In the son's humble opinion, why don't the father dine here? ”

When Zheng Rong heard this, he immediately became interested and said: "These days, all I eat is the food sent by the imperial dining room in the palace, although it is cooked delicately, it has no taste for a long time. Just to change the taste, Lone will try the food of the forbidden army here today, and it is good to compare it with the food of my Youyan army. ”

So everyone didn't look for another place, and in the courtyard in front of the lobby of the Criminal Department, they set up tables and chairs, and ordered the head of the military department to only pick up the dishes that the forbidden army usually eats and put them on the table.

When a few men from the military department heard that the future emperor was dining here, they hurriedly and cautiously, but it didn't take long for a large plate of sauced meat, a pot of shepherd's cabbage soup, a dozen fine steamed buns, and a plate of pickled side dishes of their own pickles to be put on the table.

Zheng Rong's second son, Zheng Sen, was ordered to sit in the military department, and he had the identity of half a landlord, and when he saw that the food put on the table by the gang was very rough and monotonous, his face was immediately unhappy, and he shouted: "You guys, I usually don't owe you silver taels, but I actually presented such crude food in front of my father-in-law, do you want me to look good?" ”

Zheng Sen is half of the Hu blood, and he is already very vicious, and when he starts the fire, it is even more terrifying, which makes the two gang leaders stunned in place, and their legs can't help shaking.