Seeing that the county magistrate was about to step forward, the high neighborhood chief quickly stepped forward to guide the way, pushed open the remaining half of the door, looked inside, and said, "Oh, someone stayed overnight here
In the temple, the traces of the bonfire were still fresh, and the ashes of the incense had not dispersed with the wind. This immediately alerted the two people holding knives: "Please wait a moment, sir
Speaking, he rushed in and carefully searched the temple.
The county magistrate saw it and didn't take it seriously. He stepped in and took the burning incense from Qing'er's hand. After holding the wish, he inserted it into the incense burner.
Suddenly, a guard exclaimed in surprise.
What's up? "The county magistrate frowned and spoke.
Sir, there is a sacrificial ceremony here... come and take a look
Oh
The county magistrate knew that this tribe member was not someone who made a fuss, so he walked over and saw a poem on the wall. At first glance, the wall was filled with a golden literary atmosphere.
It's also a good eulogy. I don't know which student stayed up here at night, but there's a teenage maniac holding a pen to offer sacrifices... Hmm, this calligraphy is still very innovative
The county magistrate was taken aback for a moment and looked at the memorial: "As I passed by on my journey to the future, I am deeply moved. I hereby declare that the general was born in the previous dynasty, in the midst of the grasslands. At times, there were emperors who lost control of the world, and chaos arose among the people. As a result, there were generals who launched campaigns in the south and north, repeatedly quelling the rebellion. After fourteen years on the battlefield, the world's scenery and luck were extremely poor, and everyone showed their virtues. Therefore, this defeat was not a crime of war. Today, the gods are not ignorant, and their lessons are still valuable for us today
The county magistrate first smiled and felt a surge in his heart. The eulogy was well written, but in the blink of an eye, he saw a faint hint of green energy, which made him shudder and look up.
The Song of Climbing to the Ancient Wei Battlefield
I haven't seen the ancients before, and I haven't seen the newcomers after
Thinking of the vastness of heaven and earth, I shed tears alone in sorrow
These short twenty-two words, yet possessing a magical power, caught the attention of the county magistrate. He recited them repeatedly, and then repeated them three times, with a sorrowful expression that surprised the maid behind him, Qing'er.
Due to her superior and inferior qualities, she also understands poetry and has a good taste for it. However, without any achievements or fame, she cannot practice Taoism or see literary style. Therefore, she was somewhat surprised and said, "Sir, although this poem is excellent, it is not so good, is it
Qing'er, if you don't practice Taoism and are a woman, it's difficult to understand... This sacrificial text is fine, but this poem is golden and translucent, which cannot be regarded as common sense. It really needs to be distinguished in detail. This can be called Taoist poetry, extraordinary
Qing'er was surprised to hear this, it was a significant evaluation.
The county magistrate came to this point, but noticed the signature under the poem. His heart moved and he couldn't help but sigh with emotion: "Ye Qing, I must be a descendant of the Ye family in this county. Without an official title, he must be dressed in white... But this sacrificial poem and literature also exudes a style of successful candidates. The blessings of the Ye family are truly enviable
When they heard this, they immediately followed suit, and saw the county magistrate's order: "Go and check, who is Ye Qing? I am the county master, and I can't know the talents of the county!"
Yes. "Someone responded, and the villagers below were secretly envious, with a hint of jealousy.
According to the system of our dynasty, the county magistrate is in charge of the entire county, while the county magistrate is in charge of literary and Taoist records, and presides over the children's examination. This statement may make Ye Qing, a young student, unable to escape.
After inspecting the northern part of the county, the county magistrate naturally went to visit the local prominent clans to deepen communication and cooperation, and the Ye tribe was naturally among them.
Outside the building
Chief Ye Mengqiu's laughter could be faintly heard downstairs, showing a rare joy. As he got closer, his voice became clearer and clearer.
The county magistrate's surname is Lu, his given name is Ming, and he comes from a high gate in Luzhou. He leads a group of people and can bring relatives to the Ye family. The county magistrate even called him uncle because of this, which means that both sides have a certain foundation of cooperation. If we can find some common interests
Ye Mengqiu was dressed in a white linen Taoist robe, her thoughts turning rapidly, and her tea pouring movements were not slow at all. "It would be great if you could come earlier, sir. He could introduce my third son to you. He is a few years younger than you. In the past two years, his mountain goods business has reached Luzhou, and he is worried about not being familiar with the land and not having any help
At this moment, the county magistrate was dressed in blue casual clothes, stroking his beard and smiling: "This matter is easy to hear. When I go back and write a letter, the merchants in Luzhou will give some face. Moreover, this mountain product, as far as I have traveled, is close to Beimang Mountain. The mountain product is precious, but it is also difficult to obtain. It is rare to achieve this step
Ye Mengqiu personally offered a cup and said, "My virtuous nephew truly has the heart to serve the people. I use tea instead of wine to offer a toast to the villagers
The county magistrate quickly took over with both hands and said, "As an official, I bring benefits to the area. I dare not be treated as a gift to Lord Ye... In fact, I have long had the intention to visit the whole county. I am just a newcomer and cannot steal the limelight of the Old Ming Mansion. I have to rest quietly in the county for six months. I am ashamed, truly ashamed
Mingfu "refers to the county magistrate, the chief official who holds power over the county magistrate, and is also known as the" Hundred Mile Marquis "in the officialdom.
Upon hearing this, Ye Mengqiu had a clear idea that the county magistrate was seeking a local alliance, but he was not in a hurry to make a statement and instead talked about some local anecdotes. This was not just a matter of reserve, as it was related to the rise and fall of a family. Even if he had the intention, he could not agree outright, appearing impatient and being looked down upon by others.
The county magistrate is very familiar with this and does not dwell on it, accompanying us to chat.
The breeze was gentle, and the small mat became harmonious for a moment. After drinking two cups of tea and drinking, Ye Mengqiu summoned three young girls to accompany him.
The three young girls were all between sixteen and seventeen years old, without heavy makeup, dressed in dresses and veils, standing tall and graceful, with green hair and bright eyes and white teeth. The girl who accompanied the county magistrate to the left was particularly gentle and beautiful, being called "little lotus" by the old man. The scene was filled with laughter and harmony, and her demeanor and knowledge were not like maids.
The county magistrate didn't pay much attention. What appeared in this scene might not be the legitimate daughter of the clan, but perhaps the daughter of a given surname (referring to the daughter of a servant), but who knows if she is the distant daughter of the Ye family?
County magistrates belong to the category of late bloomers and have passed the age of seeking flowers and willows. They value practical interests more and are unwilling to get involved in trouble casually.
At this moment, after three rounds of drinking, the county magistrate smiled and finished a glass of wine, changing the topic: "Speaking of which, I encountered an interesting incident in the mountains a few days ago, which may be related to your disciples. I also need to ask Uncle
This statement indeed aroused interest during the meal, and Ye Mengqiu smiled and stroked her white beard, saying, "Oh, I'm willing to participate in some details for the adults
The county magistrate briefly recounted his experience that night, and Zheng Erzhong recited a poem.
No one here is contemptuous, deeply understanding and savoring poetry and literature, but also influenced by preconceived expectations. Upon hearing this, one is greatly amazed by the song 'Ascending the Ancient Wei Battlefield'.
I haven't seen the ancients before, and I haven't seen the newcomers after... Although the text is simple, the meaning is profound. Who in my family has this style? "Ye Mengqiu pondered for a moment, remembering the preface and looking puzzled.
With this poem, it has long been well-known within the clan and personally received recognition and care. How could it not be heard?
The three young girls listened with beautiful eyes. This kind of story, which only exists in lyric and singing books, always touches the hearts of young girls when it appears in life.
Xiao He couldn't force his sister to hint at him, but because of her higher status, she asked on her behalf, "Sir, do you know who it is
The signature is Ye Qing. I wonder if your family has
Ah, it's him... "Xiao He exclaimed in surprise, then quickly covered his mouth and blushed for being impolite, secretly blaming himself for losing his composure in front of the distinguished guest.
The county magistrate, however, paid no attention to such details and regained his composure. "Is Ye Qing really from your family? Forgive me for my ignorance. I wonder if he is the talented person. Can I meet him
When Ye Mengqiu heard Ye Qing, he was taken aback and immediately had thoughts. However, he was a very profound person. As he pondered, he slowly said, "He is my son, only fifteen years old, about to take the children's exam. Since he is summoned by adults, there is no reason not to see him... Xiao He, go and bring Ye Qing up
Yes! "Xiao He Yingying saluted, her body turned slightly, and then turned down. She wore a fan-shaped headband in her hair bun, revealing a charming figure as she descended the stairs, which was particularly enchanting!
The county magistrate looked a little stunned, but in a blink of an eye, he saw Ye Mengqiu smiling and saying, "This is my adopted daughter, only 28 years old. If you think
Cough! "The county magistrate was taken aback and snapped out of his daze. With a cough, there was no more abnormality on his fair cheeks. He raised his glass and invited," When we meet, please don't reveal my identity... It's not good to have a private meeting with the lower officials. The more talented you are, the more you need to protect yourself
Upon seeing this, Ye Mengqiu stopped mentioning the matter of Xiao He and respectfully said, "I will thank you on behalf of Ye Qing for your care
The school dormitory was not far away, but in just 25 minutes, Ye Qing was taken to the outer building.
At the last level where there was no one around, Xiao He turned around and kindly reminded, "The person who wants to see you is a distinguished guest. Please be more attentive when speaking later
Thank you for bringing up the point. "Ye Qing bowed and walked forward, arriving inside and bowing to Ye Mengqiu and the middle-aged man," Qing has met the clan leader and this gentleman
The young man's behavior was in accordance with etiquette and had a certain literary temperament, which made the county magistrate's eyes light up. He glanced at Ye Mengqiu and smiled, saying, "Please sit down. During this banquet, we only discussed poetry and did not consider our identity. The other day, I saw this song 'Song of Ascending to the Ancient Wei Battlefield' and couldn't help but reminisce for a long time. Please help me clarify my doubts
Do you dare not obey your orders? "Ye Qing responded and looked at Ye Mengqiu, nodding before sitting down.
Xiao He, out of order, did not reveal who the middle-aged man was, but Ye Qing had seen him in his past life and knew he was the county magistrate. When asked by the county magistrate, Ye Qing answered one by one without any confusion.
The county magistrate asked and carefully examined his face, which had a harsh expression. At first, he didn't like it in his heart, but his mood decreased by seven points.
But then the Q&A session made the county magistrate feel satisfied, and his appreciation increased a bit. He felt that no matter how he looked, he had talent, so he said, "You are a talented scholar. This autumn, there will be more children with ears
Ye Qing gave a bitter smile, but did not answer, which made the observing county magistrate stunned: "What, do you have any questions
The elder asked, and only then did Ye Qing say, "The night before, I dreamed of a golden armored divine being summoning me. So I traveled thirty miles to the mountains at night, stayed in a temple, and inscribed on the wall. This trip was actually Meng Lang, so I was punished by my family to stay in confinement for three months. Qing felt that this punishment was appropriate and dared not disobey orders
Upon hearing this, the county magistrate glanced at Ye Mengqiu and saw that the old man's face was reddish brown. He chuckled and explained on his behalf, "What's so harsh about this? Let me tell your clan leader, you just go and try it out
Ye Qing thanked Ye Mengqiu with great joy, and then went down.
Watching Ye Qing's back, Ye Mengqiu pondered and squinted her eyes slightly, looking into the distance. She took a deep breath for a moment.
L ù M í ng, however, casually chuckled and said, "Your Ye family has produced another talented person... This son has a strong sense of morality and literary character, and is exactly one of our generation. Compared to him, he is a bit scheming, but it's not a big deal. It's just human nature. Uncle thinks nothing of him
Haha, what you're saying is, what you're saying is... "Ye Mengqiu smiled and didn't say anything more, just raised her glass.