GBP Chapter 152: Meeting Master Zhao Again at Jinyuan Tower
Chapter 152: Meeting Master Zhao Again at Jinyuan Tower
Look how frustrated Yu Zhenzhou and his wife are.
Meng Shirui was complaining bitterly at this moment.
If Huang Mulin repeated what he just said in front of so many people, he would really lose face!
"Your Majesty, I am praising County Lord Huang for his extraordinary intelligence."
Meng Shirui changed his mind and quickly took over the conversation.
"Oh?"
Li Jingchen didn't believe it and looked at Huang Mulin.
The little girl also looked at him, her face was pink and tender, and really adorable.
"Yes, this grandpa praised Mu Mu for her beauty." Huang Mulin nodded seriously: "Mu Mu knows that Mu Mu is the prettiest girl in the village."
"Ha ha ha ha......"
Li Jingchen couldn't help laughing.
The more we get along with this kid, the more interesting he becomes.
Many officials also laughed. Zhao Wenbo covered his mouth and coughed twice. He was really amused by Huang Mulin.
"Yu Aiqing's adopted daughter is a happy person."
"That's right." Yu Zhenzhou finally didn't have to hold it back anymore and laughed heartily, "This girl is really good at making people happy. My wife and I love her so much."
Meng Shirui's topic was brought over.
At the same time, he also quickly retreated with his lackeys.
Some officials who had just watched the joke from the sidelines were laughing secretly and were very surprised. Huang Mulin was not an ordinary kid.
At the end of the banquet, Yu Zhenzhou asked the emperor for a favor, hoping that Huang Mulin would be allowed to come to the capital to meet the emperor once every three years before she turned fifteen.
The reason is that the child is too young. The journey from Linhai Town to the capital is such a long way. Not to mention the dangers that may be encountered along the way, even the child’s body may not be able to endure the journey year after year.
Li Jingchen thought about it and agreed.
To be honest, although Li Jingchen was somewhat afraid of Yu Zhenzhou's military power and reputation among the people, there was really no conflict of interest between him and him, except for the incident with the second princess.
Yu Zhenzhou himself is also a victim.
Yu Zhenzhou was a low-key person, and he knew exactly what he should and should not do. Li Jingchen had never discovered that he formed cliques or formed private factions. He tended to be a loner, and he was not particularly close to other officials who were also military generals.
Although Yang Lijun had been gone for many years, he had never taken any concubines and always kept himself clean.
Do your work diligently and don't compete with anyone.
This is probably the reason why Li Jingchen, while being wary of him, also has some confidence in his character.
It was almost the end of the hour of Xu and the banquet was over.
Huang Mulin has truly come into the public eye. From now on, many parties will more or less keep an eye on her and see how she grows.
The four Huang brothers sat in the hall, absent-mindedly, looking at the Moon Gate from time to time, waiting for Huang Mulin and others to appear.
"Second brother, do you think Mu Mu will be okay?"
She is still so young, yet she has to deal with the wolves and tigers in the capital. It’s heartbreaking to think about it.
In the past few days, Yu Zhengying, in response to Huang Xilin's request, introduced them to the forces in the court, the involvement behind them, etc. Although he only gave a rough introduction, the four brothers vaguely knew that there were many tricks involved and couldn't help but worry about Huang Mulin.
"You don't have to worry so much."
Yu Zheng was drinking tea leisurely. He recently found a book of miscellaneous talks that was very interesting and kept reading it: "With the Duke and his wife around, nothing will go wrong."
"The Duke never fights a battle he is not sure of."
"You should learn more in the future."
"Yes."
Although they agreed, the four of them still stared at the door.
Yu Zheng no longer paid attention to them and just read his book.
It was already three quarters past midnight when Huang Mulin and his companions returned to the Duke of Zhenguo's Mansion. The four brothers were relieved to see that they had returned safely and there was nothing unusual on their faces.
Everyone went back to their rooms to wash up and rest.
The next day, people from the Weaving and Dyeing Bureau came to take measurements for Huang Mulin and make clothes for him.
Make official uniforms.
Huang Mulin felt helpless.
She is only six years old and will continue to grow. Moreover, she only comes to the capital to meet the emperor once every three years. The clothes made now will not fit her by then.
The people from the Weaving and Dyeing Department probably thought of this as well, and said to Huang Mulin, "Mr. Huang, we will customize a set for you based on the height of a nine to ten-year-old girl. If it doesn't fit you well three years later, give your measurements to the manager of the Weaving and Dyeing Department at least three months in advance, and we will hurry up and customize another set for you."
"Okay, please."
Huang Mulin agreed with this approach.
After measuring, Huang Mulin gave them a few small golden coins, and the people from the Weaving and Dyeing Department went back happily.
Yang Lijun and Nanny Zheng, who were watching silently, nodded secretly.
Don't underestimate this girl because she is very good at dealing with people.
After meeting the emperor and the people from the Weaving and Dyeing Bureau, there was nothing necessary to deal with, so Huang Mulin wanted to go home.
Although the Duke Zhenguo Mansion was also her home, the prosperity of the capital was not what she wanted.
Moreover, here, you have to behave properly and be careful in what you say and do, so as not to bring disaster to your family. It's so tiring.
Even Huang Xilin, who was determined to take the imperial examination, showed signs of disgust.
Yu Zhenzhou was really reluctant to let them go. He couldn't always take long vacations to be with the mother and daughter, so he was secretly considering his retirement plan.
However, since it is a rare trip to the capital, I must go shopping around to make the trip worthwhile.
When Yu Zhenzhou went to court every day, the five children would learn etiquette with Nanny Zheng and study with Yu Zheng. After Yu Zhenzhou came back from court, they would have a short rest after lunch and go out to travel around in the afternoon to get to know the local customs and practices and to investigate the consumption capacity and market conditions of the people in the capital.
Huang Mulin collected franchise fees from the Tang, Song and Ge franchise stores in Beijing, but he didn't know where their stores were, so he gave up.
When looking for a place to eat outside at night, Huang Mulin and Huang Jinlin love to find some different restaurants and try a variety of dishes. Others don’t care, as long as they follow them, they can always eat special dishes.
On this day, they chose a restaurant famous for its stewed dishes, Jinyuanlou.
Yu Min asked for a private room, and the waiter respectfully took her to the second floor. Just as Huang Mulin and his group were about to enter the private room, the door of the next room opened.
Zhao Wenbo and Jiang Guodong walked out.
"The Duke of Zhenguo."
Jiang Guodong greeted first.
"Master Zhao, Lord Jiang."
Yu Zhenzhou nodded to them.
"Master Zhao."
The five children greeted in unison.
"You're welcome and safe."
Zhao Wenbo stroked his beard and greeted them in a gentle manner.
"Master Zhao, have you eaten yet? Do you want to eat with us? I'll treat you."
Huang Mulin patted his chest, acting like he was rich.
Zhao Wenbo and Jiang Guodong met here at 15:00 p.m. for a casual chat between master and disciple, and were now planning to go home for dinner.
The food at Jinyuanlou is relatively expensive, and for those who are honest and not corrupt, it is not worth a meal there.
Jiang Guodong said nothing and waited for Zhao Wenbo's decision.
Zhao Wenbo thought, maybe this was fate.