Aristocratic family's career in the Red Chamber

On the second day, Jia Hu really went to Gu's house to visit.

Gu Xun and Xu Wei were friends in the past years, and Jia Hu, Xu Wei's close disciple, naturally grew up watching him grow up. Because Jia Hu was the one who gave the praise when Jia Hu was apprenticed, Gu Xun paid special attention to Jia Hu.

For more than ten years, he has seen with his own eyes that this clever child has lived up to everyone's expectations, and he has grown into a young talent with excellent talent, learning, and good character. It didn't disappoint, he had already climbed up a level in a short period of time, and he was young and promising.

What made Gu Xun especially satisfied was the incident with Tang Bin last time. The city was full of turmoil. It was clear that the Kejun Palace could not tolerate Tang Bin. Jia Hu not only did not put aside his relationship with Tang Bin, but took in the servant who caused the incident. Although it is a bit exaggerated, this kind of loyalty is rare.People should have arrogance, mighty and unyielding, if they abandon their friends and friendship for a little threat, for the sake of wealth and glory, then they are not considered human.Jia Hu can persevere in helping his friend to the end, and this loyalty alone is enough for Gu Xun to hand over his daughter to him with satisfaction.

He believed that, as his elder, Jia Hu had a loving and righteous temperament, and his daughter would not suffer a loss if she married into Jia's family.

As for Mrs. Gu's fear of him having an affair outside, Gu Xun didn't take it seriously at all.

It is not uncommon for a few young people to get together, hot-blooded and young, to do some ridiculous things.It's not that Gu Xun himself didn't do outrageous things back then, it's time to do it in the future, that's all.

So when Jia Hu came to visit, Gu Xun happily received him, and treated him as a nephew with kind concern. As for Mrs. Gu's earlier complaints, he had long since thrown them out of the blue.

Perhaps this is the difference between men and women. For men, being romantic is just a symbol of status and ability. If a man has the ability to be romantic, it is not a big deal. As long as he is not out of line, everything is easy to say.But for women, feelings are very important, even overriding material supremacy.Men are rational and women are emotional, which also makes it easier for men to forgive men.

After the two exchanged pleasantries for a while, Gu Xun asked Jia Hu how he was doing, and Jia Hu said shamelessly: "My nephew was confused for a while and did something ridiculous, but now it's spreading rumors, it's really embarrassing to talk about it. "

Gu Xun laughed and looked at him: "It's rare to see you with such a guilty look. I think back then, when you were in front of Lao Xu, you argued plausibly that his explanation was wrong, and Lao Xu was so angry that his beard cocked up. You You still refuse to give in, insisting that you are right...you say you know you are right, so you don’t admit your mistake, now apologize to me, why, you know that you are wrong?"

Jia Hu gave him a deep bow: "My nephew is ignorant, and he is too impulsive, but it hurts the reputation of the family, and disappoints the elders who care about my nephew. My nephew is really disturbed in his heart."

Gu Xun thought that Mrs. Zhang seemed to have come to the mansion yesterday, and then thought of Mrs. Gu, it became very clear why Jia Hu made this petition. He smiled and said, "You are just too thoughtful, child. Didn’t you do anything wrong? You, it’s just a trivial matter, harmless, if you want to say you’re disappointed, it’s really not worth mentioning!” Looking back at his daughter, Gu Xun thought about it, his smile subsided again, and he said solemnly, “It’s just Huer , you are also grown up by me, you have to be measured in doing things, don't I need to explain this truth to you in detail?"

Jia Hu naturally responded again and again: "Don't worry Shibo, my nephew understands."

Now that Gu Xun is here, even if Jia Hu has confessed, it's fine.Gu Xun asked about Jia Hu's work in the Hanlin Academy, and knew that Jia Hu was sorting out the materials on the Jiangnan area recently, and suddenly remembered Lin Ruhai, so he sighed a few words: "Your uncle has been in Jiangnan for many years, and I don't know How is it now? Jiangnan now..."

A few days ago, the magistrate of Yuyao was assassinated in the daylight, and he was seriously injured. When this incident happened, the whole world was shocked. There were more than [-] people who were investigating the perpetrator, the mastermind and the accomplices. When asked about the reason for the murder, the murderer said The prefect wiped out more than fifty households in his village, with a population of two hundred and seventy-six people. All the people who committed the crime this time were lucky survivors, and now they are risking their lives for revenge.

There are more than twenty people, old and young, young and young, male and female, all of them are brave and fearless.There was too much trouble in the local area, and it was impossible to suppress it. The officials in the hall did not dare to take on such a big relationship, so they reported it step by step, and finally presented it to the imperial court.But that mountain village is close to the sea, and the people in the village went to the sea to collect pearls, and got rare pearls. Order to seize the treasure and slaughter the village.At that time, there were more than [-] people, some of whom went out to sea to fish for pearls but failed to return, and some of them failed to return after visiting relatives and friends, so they escaped.

Today, when the superiors heard about this, they were furious, and when they punished the magistrate, they sentenced more than [-] people to kill officials and behead them.Unexpectedly, before the decree was issued, there were many incidents of people assassinating officials in Jiangnan. Although no officials were assassinated and killed, the perpetrators were also killed on the spot, but the matter was too big to be hidden.

Looking into the reasons for the assassination again, some were coveted by others because of their family skills and their families were wiped out; With nowhere to go, he had no choice but to resist in anger.

When this happened, everyone was shocked.It is shocking that Jiangnan officialdom is so corrupt.Under Longyan's fury, everyone in the court was in danger.

Jiangnan is a good place. At sunrise, the river flowers are more red than fire, and in spring, the river water is as green as blue. The water towns are beautiful, and the economy and agriculture support most of the country.Most of the tax revenue in the national treasury comes from Jiangnan.There are outstanding people there, picturesque scenery there, prosperity and richness there, and at the same time, there are dangers everywhere.

Money touches people's hearts. In such a rich place, the relationship between officials and businessmen, businessmen and people, people and officials, and officials and officials is intricate and complicated, and interests are involved. Inadvertently, he didn't even know how he died.

Gu Xun and Lin Ruhai have some friendship, and thinking of the recent incidents in Jiangnan, he can't help but worry about Lin Ruhai.Although Jane is in the emperor's heart, she is in such a sensitive position as Xunyan Yushi.Salt administration is one of the most sensitive areas in a country, if you are not careful, it will be a disaster.

Jia Hu sorted out all kinds of materials in the Imperial Academy. He didn’t dare to say very clearly about Jiangnan’s affairs, but he also knew the big picture. No matter how chaotic it is, it won't last long. "Uncle has always been capable, and the emperor trusts him very much. Don't worry, Shibo, uncle will be safe and sound." The emperor is still strong now, and the overall situation of the court is in his hands. As his confidant, Lin Ruhai, as long as the emperor holds the power and authority, Don't move those big heads, and for the rest of the clowns, Lin Ruhai's talent is nothing to worry about.

Gu Xun didn't know this, but... "We are far and near, your uncle has been away for more than ten years. For such a long time, I'm afraid that the higher up..." alienated him.Holy grace is not only a talisman for women in the harem, but also for courtiers, especially important officials in sensitive positions?If the emperor feels that Lin Ruhai is not worth his trouble to protect, then Lin Ruhai is an abandoned son, and the future is bleak.

In contrast, Jia Hu is much more confident: "Uncle has been valued by the emperor since he came, and he is also loyal to the emperor. The sage is wise and will definitely protect uncle." The formed interest group is huge and powerful. Lin Ruhai has served as the salt administration for several years, but he has tried his best, but he has not shaken the foundation of these corruptions. This time, it may not be impossible to take advantage of it.Jia Hu glanced at Gu Xun, but there is no need to tell him these words, this servant, who advocates the demeanor of a gentleman, and the word ambition, is not a good thing for him.

Apart from worrying about his friends here, Gu Xun couldn't think of anything else to do. Hearing Jia Hu's words, he sighed and said, "I just hope that everything will be fine!"

The two chatted more and more enthusiastically, the butler watched and laughed: "Zhuangzi sent a deer today, and it is when the meat is at its tenderest. Mr. Jia might as well stay here so that we can continue chatting with the master."

Gu Xun listened very well, and insisted on keeping Jia Hu: "Let's stay for a light meal today, and we'll have a good talk later."

Jia Hu glanced at the butler, although it wasn't obvious, but his gaze showed that he wanted him to stay. Although he didn't know the reason, Jia Hu still complied kindly: "Uncle Shi ordered, Do you dare not obey?"

No matter why he was asked to stay, as long as he stayed, he would always know why.

Sure enough, not long after the meal, Mrs. Gu sent someone to ask if the food suits the guests' appetite in the backyard?Please forgive the kind words for the poor hospitality.Jia Hu quickly said that everything was fine, she was very satisfied, it was logical, and naturally she would go to pay Mrs. Gu a rest later.

Mrs. Gu is old, and she is an elder, so there is nothing to see. If Gu Xun doesn't know Mrs. Gu's plan here, then he will be blinded by the name of Mrs. Gu, and immediately said that he would go with Jia Hu. He personally led the people to the main hall of the backyard.

Mrs. Gu was already waiting there.

Seeing Gu Xun come in, she smiled and greeted her and shouted: "Master."

Gu Xun turned his back to Jia Hu and frowned at Madam Gu. Madam Gu turned her head and pretended she didn't see it. Gu Xun had no choice but to hum and take the first seat.In front of the guests, he is always not good at taking care of Mrs. Gu's face.

Jia Hu went up to treat Madam Gu: "My nephew has seen Madam."

Mrs. Gu was very polite to Jia Hu: "I haven't seen Brother Hu for a few days, he is getting more and more handsome. Come, come, come to my side, tsk tsk, I really envy Sister Zhang, having such a good son like you, really Good luck."

After hearing such a scene, Jia Hu didn't know what to say, and hurriedly said with a smile: "Ma'am, my nephew is ashamed to accept it."

Mrs. Gu said angrily: "You child, why are you so polite? Don't say that my master is your uncle, but your mother and I are also very close, why are you so polite to me?!"

Jia Hu immediately smiled and said, "I was the one to be rude, don't blame me, Auntie."

Only then was Madam Gu satisfied, and asked him what he was doing in the Imperial Academy now, what pastimes he had on weekdays, what he planned to do in the future, and so on.Jia Hu didn't neglect at all, and all of them answered seriously: "I'm just helping a few adults organize memorials in the Imperial Academy, compiling memorials, revising books and other things. I like to read books, so I think it's interesting to do these things. As for the future, although I'm not talented, but my parents have raised me to this day, they can't make them lose face and raise me for nothing. After all, they want to do their best for the Holy One Be loyal to the king's affairs and do your errands with all your heart."

Mrs. Gu was not very satisfied when she heard this, and said: "Brother Hu is a man with great ambitions. Sister Zhang is lucky to have a son like you." After a pause, she covered her mouth and smiled, "What the hell He's a man, he's full of ambition in everything he does, we women can't compare to your ambitions."

Jia Hu said with a smile: "Why does my aunt say that? In this world, if there are no women to take care of the backyard affairs for men, men will always have three heads and six arms, and I am afraid that they will not be able to deal with the big and small affairs of the front and back. Zhao Neng can do something, as a wife, her contribution is not small."

What Jia Hu said was the truth, in a big family, the head of the house can manage more than half of the family, not only the inner courtyard, but even the outside affairs, the head of the house is not there, it is common for the head of the house to ask the head of the house.In today's world, it often only values ​​the struggle of men outside, but ignores the hard work of women behind the scenes.

Mrs. Gu wished he could say such words, her eyes lit up, and she asked: "Do you think that women are meritorious for doing housework in the backyard?" It's not something that should be done, but something that deserves gratitude and respect?

Jia Hu nodded affirmatively and said: "It's natural. A woman takes care of the housework and continues to have children. Just these two things are a monstrous achievement!"

Madam Gu softened her gaze when she looked at him. "Sister Zhang is so lucky to have such a good son as you." This was the third time she said this today, but it was more sincere and from the bottom of her heart than the previous two times.

Jia Hu looked ashamed: "I'm young and ignorant, and I did a lot of ridiculous things, which made my mother very angry. It's really unfilial. It's not a good fortune for my mother to have a rebellious son like me."

Mrs. Gu looked at him, and the smile on her face became more sincere: "What stupid things are you talking about? Between mother and child, how can there be any trouble? You are a measured person. Auntie believes that you will not call you Mother is disappointed!"

Jia Hu smiled and stopped talking.

On this day, the host and guest enjoyed themselves.