Promotion Letter for the Chief Executive

I finished reading the seeds in a short time, and it seemed a bit too hasty to just go home like this.

Fortunately, it is the first spring breeze here among the mountains and fields, and it is a good time to go out and visit the spring.So in the end Zhang Dongyuan invited the emperor to take a tour around, and the emperor did not refuse.

For the emperor, it is rare to go out of the palace on weekdays.Even if you come out, most of the time there are still many people around, and it is impossible to walk freely.So this opportunity is also rare.

Zhuangzi's geographical location is very good, with mountains and rivers. After walking around, Ping An himself felt much better.Although the air pollution in ancient times was not serious, the air in the mountains is still different from that in the city.

But when it comes to air pollution, I am actually No. 1 in ancient air pollution, and I don’t know if people in the future will curse him if they live in smog.

But at the moment, this is the only way to develop.Only after the technology has developed to a certain level can we find, acquire and use clean energy.The first step cannot be omitted anyway, and it is useless to think too much about it.

So Ping An sighed for a while, then put it down.

"The scenery around here is nice." Ping An looked at it for a while, pointed to a mountain not far in front of him and asked, "Does that belong to Zhuangzi too?" At this time, Zhuangzi will have mountains and land attached to it, so as to attract tenants to come nearby Build houses to live in, and then rent land to grow.

If that mountain belongs to Zhuangzi, then the produce on the mountain also belongs to Zhuangzi.You can go hunting in the mountains or pick wild fruits and vegetables.Now that the wild vegetables are officially sprouting, if possible, Ping An plans to come over by himself next time and have a good time.Well, without His Majesty the Emperor...

Zhang Dongyuan shook his head and looked at Ping An with some surprise, "Don't you know where that is?"

"I should know?" Ping An was a little puzzled. Is that an important or famous place?

Zhang Dongyuan said, "That's Mount Zhongnan!"

Zhongnan Mountain!In the history where Pingan lived, there are indeed many legends about this place.This is one of the birthplaces of Taoism.It is said that when Yin Xi was the commander of Hangu Pass, he watched the sky here at night and saw the purple air coming from the east.Later, Lao Tzu arrived on a green bull and taught five thousand words of the "Tao Te Ching", which was the first of its kind.Since then, there have been many hermits in Zhongnan Mountain, and many historical celebrities such as Tao Yuanming, Sun Simiao, Wang Chongyang, Lu Dongbin, etc., have lived in seclusion here.

It's just that I didn't expect that Da Chu also had it?

Peaceful and belatedly remembered, the current Da Chu is actually still on the same earth as the time and space he lived in.Even the history before the Spring and Autumn and Warring States period was exactly the same.So there must be legends of Laozi, Tao Te Ching, and Taoism here.

Therefore, it is not surprising that Zhongnan Mountain continues to be a place of seclusion.

"It turned out to be Zhongnan Mountain." Ping An said, "I just heard its name, but I didn't know it was outside the capital."

Speaking of this, he suddenly remembered an allusion.

During the Tang Dynasty, the scholar Lu Zangyong lived in seclusion in Zhongnan Mountain with his elder brother Lu Zhengming because he failed to pass the Jinshi examination.Through this act, his virtuous reputation spread all over the world, and he was indeed invited by Tang Zhongzong to be an official in the court.Since then, many people have followed Lu Zang's example and lived in seclusion on Zhongnan Mountain, but the purpose was not to really go into seclusion, but to seek fame and popularity.Historical figures such as Li Bai and Du Fu have had similar experiences.

Later, Sima Chengzhen, a good friend of Lu Zangyong, wanted to retire to Mount Tiantai, and Lu Zangyong suggested that he live in seclusion on Zhongnan Mountain, saying: "There are so many good things in this place, why is it so far away!"

Sima Chengzhen replied: "From the perspective of servants, it is a shortcut for officials."

Later generations used Zhongnan shortcut as a metaphor for the shortcut to pursue fame and fortune or achieve goals, which has an ironic meaning.If you really want to live in seclusion, why don't you go to so many famous mountains and rivers in the world, but why do you want to live in seclusion on Zhongnan Mountain at the gate of the capital?

However, Da Chu obviously did not have such an allusion, so Zhang Dongyuan still respected the scholars who lived in seclusion on the mountain, "Mt. Zhongnan is a place where virtuous people live in seclusion. How could it be bought by a private person?"

Pingan showed shame, "It's because I have short-sightedness, and I made a fool of myself."

However, a thought suddenly flashed in his mind, and he asked without a trace, "I don't know which famous people live in seclusion on this mountain?"

"Now there are more than a dozen hermits living on the mountain, but the most famous one is Mr. Fu Yan, a descendant of the former Fu family. He has just passed his destiny this year, and he is indifferent to fame and fortune. He only devotes himself to commenting on the scriptures. Now he is a book It is admirable to be equal in stature. In addition, several celebrities also communicate with him, each with their own strengths." Before Zhang Dongyuan could speak, the emperor had already opened his mouth.

The reputation of this virtuous man had spread to the emperor's ears, and Pingan felt more and more that these people might not really be so determined to live in seclusion.Perhaps they may not want to become officials in the court, but they obviously don't have no ambitions for the ultimate dream of literati such as "leaving a name in history".

Just be ambitious.I'm afraid that they are really indifferent to fame and wealth, and they don't want to leave after living on this mountain.As long as you still have ideas in your heart, then there is room for operation.

Thinking about this, Ping An asked, "Did Your Majesty never issue an edict to invite these celebrities to the court?"

The emperor sighed when he heard the words, "These Qingliu scholars should not be forced by fame and wealth. Since I became the throne, I have issued three recruitment orders, but unfortunately..." None of them received a response.So now the emperor has long since given up.

Ping An thought for a while, it seemed that this Mr. Fu Yan did not attend the Beijing Literature Fair last time.One must know that he lives in such a close place, and it is convenient to travel, so such a grand event can be tolerated!It seems that taking the road of the emperor will not work.

However, Ping An suddenly remembered that after the literary meeting was over, Mr. Wen had stayed in Beijing to visit friends, and he might have contacts with Fu Yan as well.Even if they didn't, each of them must know each other's reputation.If he can pass the introduction from Mr. Wen, maybe his plan may succeed.

——That's right, Ping An plans to invite all these hermits out of the mountain to join his great cause!

Of course, this idea could not have just appeared.In fact, he has had this idea for a long time, but he has never found a suitable candidate, and the proposal has been made intermittently.These hermits appeared in front of him at this time, it can be said that they were dozing off and came to give pillows.If you let them go, I'm afraid God won't agree!

"Your Majesty, what is Mr. Fu's temperament? If I visit the mountain with gifts, will I be turned away?" Ping An asked.

The emperor naturally couldn't answer this question, because he had never been there either.But Zhang Dongyuan knew a little bit, "It's impossible to turn him away, but Mr. Fu is surrounded by several disciples to serve him. If you rush to visit, I'm afraid you will only see these disciples."

He couldn't even see anyone, no wonder the emperor's recruitment order was about to fail.

But this made Ping An firm in his judgment.How could a real hermit keep someone by his side to serve him?Since he has accepted his disciples, it means that he wants to pass on his knowledge and philosophy.

It seems that the only way to get in touch with Mr. Wen is first.

"Are you asking this, are you planning to visit Mr. Fu?" The emperor quickly reacted and asked, "What do you think about Ping An?"

"It's hard to say now." Ping An said with a smile, "I just have a little idea, and I don't know if it can be done."

The emperor didn't ask him what his plan was. Ping An has always been very measured. Now that he has a plan, he will definitely try his best to do it.Just can't guarantee it will work.So the emperor didn't intend to put too much pressure on him.

But he couldn't help but said, "If Ping An can invite Mr. Fu to come out of the mountain, it will be a great achievement, and I will reward you a lot at that time!"

Ping An said bluntly, "I will do my best, Your Majesty will prepare the reward first!"

As long as he thought about it for a while, he knew the significance of this matter to the court.The reason why the emperor pays so much attention to this Fu Yan is probably not just because of his ability. ——There are so many scholars in the world, capable ones can be found everywhere, it doesn't have to be Fu Yan.

The reason why he cared so much was probably because of Fu Yan's identity.First of all, he is a hermit in the field, and he is famous and respected all over the world. He is a representative figure of Shilin Qingliu.If he can accept entering the court, then the court's evaluation among scholars will naturally be higher, and more scholars will want to work for the court.

Secondly, the emperor mentioned just now that Fu Yan is a descendant of the "Fu family of the previous dynasty".

Ping An still doesn't know what happened to the Fu family in the past, but when he thinks about it, he knows that it will definitely not be simple.Maybe it's the survivor of the former court, and it's the kind with high position and authority.

If the descendants of the Fu family become officials, it will also create a situation where "the great Chu has already returned to the world", and even people with similar status as him can also become officials enthusiastically.

In short, the symbolic meaning is greater than the actual meaning, and it has many benefits for the court.

Today, I went out for a trip, and I was able to reap so many unexpected joys. I am in a very good mood.After returning, he immediately wrote a letter and asked Zhao Can to help send it to Jiangnan.

In fact, it is not easy for ordinary people to deliver letters to Mr. Wen.After all, he has a very high status as an old man, and not just anyone can see him.But who let Ping An know Wen Chengbi?Through this eldest lady, the letter can be delivered easily.

However, in Xu Wenmei's letter last time, it was stated that the Wen family had already begun to choose a husband-in-law for Wen Chengbi.Probably learned the lesson from the last time, so this time, they were selected among the scholars of the scholarly family, so that after marriage in the future, the husband and wife will follow suit, and life will naturally be beautiful.

So this route may not be easy to follow in the future.After getting married, it is naturally impossible to wander around in men's clothing and socialize with people like now.Thinking of the beautiful, lively and mischievous little girl who would inevitably go down this path, Ping An also felt a little pity.

But at this time, the general concept is like this, and the Wen family is a big family, so he has nothing to do but hope that she will meet a husband who truly loves her.

Fortunately, now that Zhao Can has established a solid foundation in Jiangnan, he basically doesn't need the Wen family's support.

—— During the three years of studying in Jiangnan, Zhao Can was greatly helped.Because some of the scholars at that time had already passed the entrance examination and entered the court as officials, and the other part would also take part in the next year's general examination.Although these people are just inconspicuous officials now, they are actually a force that cannot be ignored.

When Zhao Can ascends the throne in the future, they will basically be able to stand alone and become the cornerstone of Great Chu.With the support of these people, Zhao Can can naturally control the court as quickly as possible.

In addition, there is Xu Wenmei's newspaper in Jiangnan, and the Liu family's romance is boundless, and they can also be Zhao Can's help.Even without the help of the Wen family, it is still a force that cannot be ignored.

What's more, if his plan this time can succeed, the situation will only get better.

However, before that, the help Wen Chengbi gave was indeed very important and useful.So Ping An thought that when she got married, she should give her a congratulatory gift with enough weight.But what to give, Ping An hasn't decided yet.

Or get a mirror.However, although Ping An did the silver mirror reaction by himself, the reagents and solutions were all prepared in the laboratory at that time.But in this era, he needs to extract and manufacture it himself. The process is too complicated, and the raw materials are hard to come by. It requires a lot of manpower and material resources to try.

But in fact, what Ping An lacks most now is manpower and material resources, because there are too many things to do, and this kind of chemical experiment, if it is done randomly without correct guidance, is still very dangerous.

In addition, these things may also be toxic, and the experimental process is not completely safe, so Ping An has not yet started to try it.

In his original plan, this kind of experiment should not be carried out until the Dachu people have initially mastered some social science knowledge, and physics and chemistry have gradually become popular.

At that time, the experimental results can be used to produce products, bringing a lot of wealth, and these wealth can be reinvested in the experiment, forming a virtuous circle, then even without his supervision, it can still develop step by step.

So at this moment, he really couldn't take out the mirror safely.Unless Wen Chengbi waited another three to five years.But she is only slightly younger than Zhao Can, and she is already a big girl, so I'm afraid she can't wait any longer.

So have to think about something else...

Just as he was thinking, Ping An heard a knock on the door.He thought it was Tianshu and the others who came to learn the skills of disguise, but when he opened the door, he saw Zhao Can.He also disguised himself, his face became more angular and his features became unremarkable.But the straight back and the momentum of the whole body are still hard to ignore.

Besides, Ping An knew him so well, so he recognized him immediately, "Why are you here?"

"Try their learning results." Zhao Can pointed to his face and couldn't help but said, "But on the way I came here, there were still many people staring at me. Why?"

Ping An couldn't help laughing, he thought it was because your domineering aura couldn't be concealed even with a disguise on your face!Thinking of this, Ping An laughed even harder.Standing in front of Zhao Can with crooked eyebrows, Zhao Can was puzzled and amused at the same time.

"What happened?" he asked again.

Holding back a smile, Ping An let people into the room, and said, "Probably because you have been a prince for a long time, and you don't look like an ordinary person. Disguise is not everything, you have to make yourself more ordinary."

Zhao Can was thoughtful upon hearing this.

Pingan said, "It just so happened that you came, and I planned to find you too. I wrote a letter and sent it to Jiangnan."

"What letter?" Zhao Can asked.

Ping An said, "I plan to ask Mr. Wen to introduce Fu Yan for me."

"Fu Yan? The one from Zhongnanshan?" Zhao Can was a little surprised, "What do you want him for?"

"You'll know when the time comes. Let me keep it a secret." Ping An said, "It's a good thing anyway."

Zhao Can didn't ask any further questions, just took the letter and put it away.

Ping An glanced at him, thought for a while and decided to ask Zhao Can about her wedding dress.It's fine if you don't know, since you know that the court has already started to mention this matter, it seems a bit weird to ignore it.

So when the two sat down on the sofa, Ping An sternly rejected Zhao Can's request to sit with him, and chose to sit opposite each other across the small table.This will make the conversation more serious.

"What's the matter?" Zhao Can couldn't help asking when he saw this.

Ping An said, "It's nothing. I just have a question to ask you, so the atmosphere is more serious."

"... Then you can ask."

"Your Majesty has approved a lot of memorials related to your marriage today." Pingan explained the reason concisely, "I think this matter will be put on the agenda soon, so I plan to ask your plan first. My side is fine." Cooperate."

Zhao Can was stunned.It turned out to be this matter, no wonder Ping An is so close to the enemy.

He thought it was funny, and asked with a smile, "Ping An, are you jealous?"

Ping An glared at him.Even if he knew that this was just a stopgap measure, Zhao Can would not do anything that would make him feel sorry for him, but it would still be very fucked up for him to discuss this kind of matter with Zhao Can in person.At this time, Zhao Can's unscrupulous attitude could only make him even more unhappy.

"Why are you jealous?" Ping An sneered, "If you really plan to marry a wife and have children, then I will take a knife and castrate you. What do you think?"

Hearing this, Zhao Can felt a pain in the gut, and subconsciously moved her legs together.He knew that Pingan dared to say such a thing, so he really dared to do it, and he couldn't help being a little embarrassing for a while.

"Okay, let's get down to business, what are your plans?" Seeing that he was being honest, Ping An asked again.

Zhao Can immediately revealed his plan, "I'm afraid this time, I'm really going to get engaged. Otherwise, it won't make sense. But don't worry, I won't get married."

"Who do you plan to choose as your fiancee?" Ping An asked.

He didn't question Zhao Can's plan.When Zhao Can said he would not get married, he definitely would not, and it was definitely an explainable reason.

Zhao Can naturally understood what he meant, with a smile on his face, "Hanlin Bachelor Chengzhi is the daughter of Mr. Zhang."

Then he took the initiative to explain, "Ms. Zhang's mother is in poor health and will die of illness next year. And the royal family's wedding process has always been very complicated, and it is impossible to get married before next year. When Mrs. Zhang passes away, Miss Zhang will have to be filial Years. As for three years later... Miss Zhang's health is not very good either."

Ping An couldn't help frowning.He understood what Zhao Can meant, and this Miss Zhang was probably also a confidante.Since Zhao Can was reborn once, then what he said must be true.

This incident made Pingan feel a little uncomfortable.

Although Mrs. Zhang and Miss Zhang are destined to be like this, it is not kind enough to use a dying person.It's just that this is indeed Zhao Can's best choice at the moment, and this choice is to be responsible for him and their feelings.So Ping An cannot say that Zhao Can did something wrong.

Moreover, even if they are not married, being able to marry the royal family is also beneficial to the Zhang family.Zhao Can's actions did not offend Zhang's family.

In fact, in this matter, the person who suffered the most was Zhao Can.

Because when all the brothers are married and have children, he is still a bachelor, which is very disadvantageous for the competition for that position.Because the royal regime needs to be stable and transitional, heirs are a very important criterion for judging.

It's just that, in his heart, he had some inexplicable emotions towards that Miss Zhang whom he had never met before.

It wasn't pity, nor jealousy... Even Ping An himself didn't know what kind of mood it was.Probably the victor's condescending emotion when facing other people?After all, I am just an ordinary person.

Selfish by nature.

Now he just wants to get Zhao Can and himself.

"That's it." Ping An sighed silently, "But there is one thing I want to make clear first."

"what's up?"

"I will never get entangled with other people's fiancés." Ping An looked up at Zhao Can and said calmly, "So during the time you are engaged, let's break up."

"What did you say?!"

Zhao Can really couldn't understand Ping An's approach, "You know that Miss Zhang is just a cover, don't you? I have nothing to do with her from the beginning to the end, it's just a marriage in name, even It doesn't work out in the end. You don't have to do it."

"I understand the truth." Compared with Zhao Can's frightened anger, Ping An seemed too calm, "But even if it's just a formal marriage, you have a marriage contract. Miss Zhang is pitiful enough, we can't use her , and let her bear this insult for no reason."

"Do you think this is an insult? We live our lives and have nothing to do with her. Where did the insult come from?! Besides, she has no way of knowing this!" Zhao Can frowned, disapproving.

"It's because she doesn't know, so we should give her this kind of respect. It's not for her, but for us. Zhao Can, I don't want us to become the kind of people who are desperate to move forward. Some bottom line breakthroughs After doing it, I will do it again and again. But I hope this kind of thing only happens once." Ping An replied.

This time, under the pressure of the emperor, he picked a poor woman who was destined to die.Then next time, when Zhao Can ascended the throne, without such a prophet, and being chased by the courtiers to choose a concubine, would he pick a random girl and kill her?

Although Zhao Can might not do such a thing, Ping An felt that he could not wait until then to test him.

We must let Zhao Can know from the very beginning that expedient measures are expedient measures, and that there is no need to do it any longer. He will always keep his principles.Only in this way will Zhao Can be afraid.Otherwise, what if he thinks that his bottom line is easy to break and pushes forward?

Or take Zhao Can as an example after the ministers asked him to choose a concubine. If Zhao Can chooses a dozen women to put in the harem, but just doesn't touch them and maintains his physical loyalty, will he accept it at that time? !

If Zhao Can was plotted against, drugged or drunk, and had sex with another woman, and she was pregnant with a child, would he stay or not?

There is such a thing as the bottom line, if you take a step back, you will retreat again and again, until there is no bottom line at all, and you will be slaughtered.

Ping An is absolutely unacceptable.