Wang Muzhi brought Wang Chengxuan to the Yamen with complicated emotions. The local county magistrate was a man in his early thirties, surnamed Qu. Life gradually improved.

When he came here before, Wang Muzhi heard that the magistrate of the deserted city had promulgated a decree, but anyone who reported suspicious people, such as spreading rumors, instigating people's hearts and launching a rebellion, would be rewarded with ten taels of silver upon verification.

But Wang Muzhi never thought that he would experience it himself, and he was still the one who was reported.

Wang Muzhi followed the official to the courtroom, and found that Zhao Yize was also standing aside, without any guilty expression on his face.

Wang Muzhi gritted his teeth secretly. He had heard that Xinjun had a reputation for loving money before, but he never thought that he would go to do such a behind-the-scenes report for a mere ten taels of silver.

"Zhao Langjun, can you see clearly, is this the person?" Qu Zhixian above the court has a serious face and a sonorous voice.

Zhao Yize glanced at Wang Muzhi indifferently, then turned around and cupped his hands to the county magistrate, "Master, it is this person. The villain has helped many people in the Luoze area in the past, and he has a good reputation because of everyone's love, but this person does not know where he came from." Whoever heard the news about the villain, actually wanted to use the villain's name to trick the villain into plotting a rebellion."

Qu Zhixian frowned and looked at Wang Muzhi and Wang Muzhi. These two were rich and noble. Could it be that the remnants of those rebellious families escaped?

"What do you two have to say?" he asked.

Wang Muzhi twitched the corners of his mouth, "I did ask him if he wants to become that dragon and phoenix in one step."

"Oh?" Qu Zhixian was a little surprised, he didn't expect this person to admit it so straightforwardly, "If that's the case, then it's not slander, come here—"

"Wait." Wang Muzhi raised his eyelids, "I said so, but based on these two sentences alone, can it be concluded that I have the intention of treason?"

"Climbing to the sky in one step is a metaphor for a sudden rise in status, and dragon and phoenix among people mean very outstanding and outstanding people, so how can I conclude that I have the intention of persuading him to rebel."

"It seems to make sense." Qu Zhixian was speechless, and looked at Wang Muzhi, "...Did he say anything else?"

Wang Muzhi glanced at Zhao Yize lightly, and then said: "I just have some knowledge, I heard that Brother Zhao is very talented, and I just want to point him to a way to use his own talent."

"Mr. Mu's art of speaking is beyond my reach. Since Mr. Mu wants to show me a clear way, I should listen carefully." Zhao Yize looked at Wang Mu with a smile on his face. See how you quibble with a few big words.

"I'm sorry, I don't want to talk about it now." Wang Muzhi calmed down, "I'm not a saint, why does Brother Zhao think you can listen if you want?"

Zhao Yize choked for a moment, "It's obvious that you just can't make it up, and you're trying to make excuses here."

"Stop, stop, stop." Qu Zhixian interrupted the two of them, "In the courtroom, there is no arguing or making noise."

Wang Muzhi snorted and raised his chin slightly, "My time is precious. Since Brother Zhao has no other evidence, I have to leave."

"Wait." Qu Zhixian pondered for a while, "I'm afraid the two young masters can't leave, not afraid of ten thousand, just in case, so we still need to find out the identities of the two young masters."

"Check my identity." Wang Muzhi chuckled, "Okay, then you can take a good look."

Wang Muzhi took out something from his bosom and lifted it up. Zhao Yize squinted at it. It was a jade tablet inlaid with gold, with dragon patterns carved all over it. As for the characters carved on it, Zhao Yize couldn't see clearly from his position.

However, Quzhi County, who was facing Wang Muzhi, changed his expression, he could see it too clearly.

It was an order from the Son of Heaven——

If I come in person.

Wang Muzhi put away the token, and smiled gently at the disturbed Qu Zhixian.

"Master Zhixian, can you believe it now?"

Qu Zhixian had already stood up from his seat, and nodded repeatedly when he heard the words, but couldn't even speak.

Wang Muzhi glanced at Zhao Yize, "I have something important to discuss with Qu County Magistrate. I wonder if the magistrate can let those irrelevant people stay away?"

Qu Zhixian was taken aback, and quickly said to the surrounding officials: "I'm not going back yet."

Then he looked at Zhao Yize, a little hesitantly, "Mr. Zhao, I know that you also have good intentions, but there may be some misunderstandings..."

"Since the county magistrate has definitely misunderstood, I won't say more." Zhao Yize said lightly. He knows the character of Qu Zhixian the most. Now that his attitude has changed, Zhao Yize can roughly guess that the person in front of him is not only of no identity. The problem even has a big background.

But since there is no problem with his identity, it means that he misunderstood the other party. Zhao Yize always admits his mistakes, so he turned around and apologized to Wang Muzhi.

Wang Mu was taken aback, "Brother Zhao, what do you mean?"

"The county magistrate has always been fair and honest. Since the county magistrate has confirmed that there is no problem with the identity of the son, then he misunderstood Mr. Mu before, so I specially apologize to Mr. Mu." Zhao Yize maintained an apologetic posture, and said neither humble nor overbearing.

Wang Muzhi was a little surprised at first, and then there was a sense of appreciation in his eyes. With such a daring character, it is no wonder that there are so capable people following him in his previous life.

"Since it's a misunderstanding, it's good to explain it clearly." Qu Zhixian reconciled.

"Since Mr. Mu has something to discuss with the county magistrate, I won't bother you any more." Zhao Yize bowed after finishing speaking, and then backed out.

As soon as Zhao Yizefu left, Qu Zhixian couldn't wait to straighten his robes, walked to a place only one step away from Wang Muzhi and knelt down.

"The next official welcomes the imperial envoy."

"Master Qu, get up."

Quzhi County stood up upon hearing the words, stretched out his hands and pointed to the seat above, "My lord, please take a seat."

Wang Muzhi was not polite, he went up and sat down, and Wang Chengxuan quickly followed behind him.

"The lower official asked someone to serve tea—"

Wang Muzhi raised his hand to interrupt him, "No need, I'm just patrolling in low clothes, and now the task has been completed, so we can't delay on the way."

As he spoke, he smiled again, "Master Qu has managed the place well, and the National Academy has also been completed well. When I return to Beijing, I will definitely report the truth."

Qu Zhixian didn't show a happy expression, but was a little nervous, "Just now Zhao Yize was just doing things as usual, my lord—"

"It's nothing, he's just trying to get rid of hidden dangers, and I won't take it to heart." Wang Muzhi shook his head, "Quzhi County is a good idea, and other prefectures and counties can follow suit."

Now, Quzhi County felt relieved, and the uneasy expression disappeared.

"But that Zhao Yize..." Wang Muzhi brought up the topic again, Qu Zhixian's heart tightened, "Is there any problem with him?"

"Don't be nervous." Wang Muzhi smiled. "He is a talent. Quzhi County may wish to pay attention. The scientific examination set up by His Majesty will officially start in the spring of the next year. Lord Qu can let him try it."

"I didn't expect my lord to be so optimistic about him." Qu Zhixian was slightly taken aback, thinking that Zhao Yize was really lucky this time, he didn't show his face in front of the imperial envoy, and he was favored by the other party, I'm afraid it will be a step up to the sky in the future up.

Wang Muzhi narrowed his eyes and smiled, since Zhao Yize didn't have that kind of thought, then he didn't kill him for now, but in his previous life Zhao Yize sat in the Golden Palace to make things difficult for candidates, in this life it's not bad for him to try it himself.

Thinking of this, Wang Muzhi gave a few words of advice to the good student of Quzhi County, and then took Wang Chengxuan to leave through the other door.

After leaving the Yamen, Wang Chengxuan couldn't wait to speak.

"Old Ancestor, are we returning to Beijing now?"

"The goal has been achieved, so it is natural to return to Beijing." Wang Muzhi walked ahead with his hands behind his back. He squinted his eyes and looked up at the sky, feeling happy. "I found a coolie for His Majesty, and His Majesty will definitely not refuse."

In his previous life, Zhao Yize was able to secure the throne as a farmer's son, so his means and ability are not bad. As for whether he can hold back Zhao Yize's ambitions in the future, his little nephew must be better than him in the way of employing people.

Wang Muzhi took Zhao Yize back to the inn, and immediately ordered people to prepare for the return journey.

On the other side, Zhao Yize, who had not yet left the yamen, was brought to the hall again.

"Master Qu." Zhao Yize cupped his hands in salute.

"Yanwen, you really met a nobleman this time." Qu Zhixian called Zhao Yize's name with a smile, "Do you know that that is the special envoy of the emperor? The token in his hand is the order of the emperor. .”

Zhao Yize was taken aback, "So that's how it is..."

No wonder Quzhi County suddenly changed its attitude. The emperor's order is not something that ordinary imperial envoys can hold, it must be the emperor's most trusted confidant.

It is impossible for such a person to have the intention of treason. Judging from the successive actions taken by the emperor today, Zhao Yize does not think that there is a possibility that the far-sighted young emperor will be ignorant of others.

"He may be testing you." Qu Zhixian naturally knew that Zhao Yize was hesitant to speak, "He praised you very much before leaving, and even revealed that the exam will officially start in the spring of the next year. You should seize this opportunity."

"If you pass the exam, this first batch of candidates is different from the future ones. This batch will all be able to get real power." Qu Zhixian patted Zhao Yize on the shoulder, "If you get the honor, then the Yu family might let go I agree with your marriage with Miss Yu."

Zhao Yize's face was pale, "It turns out that your lord knows this too."

"Miss Yu has a deep affection for you, and I have heard about the trouble with the Yu family." Qu Zhixian smiled.

"Yanwen, don't miss this opportunity."

Zhao Yize looked stern, and cupped his hands: "Thank you sir for reminding me, I will keep it in my heart."

It seems that he can't move bricks. Since the exam will start next spring, he only has less than a year and a half to consolidate and review.

Seeing the determination in Zhao Yize's eyes, Qu Zhi County patted him on the shoulder, "Go, go back and prepare."

After another month of day and night, Wang Muzhi and Wang Chengxuan returned to the capital city after a long absence.

As soon as he got home to wash off the dust, Wang Muzhi delivered a message to the palace asking for an interview.

Xie Xun knew in advance from Wang Muzhi's letter that he was not far from the capital, so he summoned Wang Muzhi without any surprise.

As soon as Wang Muzhi stepped into the hall, he saw the Son of Heaven sitting on the Golden Luan Hall. He straightened up after paying his respects, and said with a smile, "Your Majesty looks good today."

Xie Xun supported his head, "Little uncle looks good too, did something good happen on the road?"

"Almost." Wang Muzhi bent his lips, "I have found a young man who can work for His Majesty."

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