Tiantang Splendid

Chapter 497

It will take a few days to assemble the hot air balloon. Fang Jun has no doubts about its performance. He just instructed the craftsmen to pay more attention to safety, to ensure that all parts meet the requirements and not to be careless.

A servant from Zhuangzi came to report, saying that Ma Zhou, a member of Zhongshushe, had sent someone to invite him to discuss the matter of spring.

In the eyes of His Majesty Li Er, Fang Jun's talent is unquestionable, and the entire system reform and standardization of the imperial examination can be seen in the Fang family's ability.But it is obvious that Fang Jun's temperament is a bit irritable, and he doesn't seem to be very interested in such meticulous affairs, which inevitably leads to omissions.

And those "great gods" in the Ministry of Rites are all indifferent to fame and fortune, let Fang Jun mess around, don't care if he is right or wrong, as long as he can save a little, spend more time reading, drinking tea, and viewing flowers Play with birds, then let him go...

What kind of moth can Fang Jun play without restraint?
His Majesty Li Er was really at a loss, so he had no choice but to insert his right-hand man, Ma Zhouan, into Chunwei's preparatory team to check and balance Fang Jun.Moreover, Ma Zhou is a man of outstanding talent and acts prudently, which is most reassuring.

Fang Jun didn't care about someone who came to fight for power, and he had a very good impression of Ma Zhou, and he didn't have the slightest resistance.

The person who was sent by Ma Zhou expressed his apology with sincerity as soon as they met.According to his official position, Fang Jun was more than a step ahead of Ma Zhou. Ma Zhou should have come to visit him, but Ma Zhou, as a member of Zhongshu She and the number one secretary of His Majesty the Emperor, had too many affairs.But seeing that the New Year was approaching, and the Spring Festival came shortly after the New Year, Fang Jun actually had the task of taking care of King Wei Li Tai, and he was basically not showing his head at home, which made Ma Zhou anxious and desperate, so he had no choice but to Ask Fang Jun to meet you in the province below the door.

Fang Jun happily went.

What's the point of having a person of extraordinary ability to help share the work and responsibilities?

Immediately, instead of riding his coquettish four-wheeled carriage, he rode a healthy horse and headed to the imperial city.

The Menxia Province is just outside the Suzaku Gate, across a sky street from the Taiji Palace.

The building is not grand, the decoration is not gorgeous, and even a little old and shabby, but this is the closest place to the emperor. All the emperor's edicts are drafted here, and then stamped with jade seals.

The yard was swept clean. It was almost noon, and most of the officials were already on duty. It was quiet in the provincial yamen under the door. The bluestone slabs were neat and level. The bare branches of the locust tree are ugly, and there are even a few crow dens on the branches...

It is deserted and simple, and it is difficult to match its identity as the center of the empire.

The doorman led Fang Jun to a duty room, without knocking on the door, he said softly, "Your Excellency has already told me that as soon as Lord Hou arrives, he will immediately invite him in, no need to notify."

Fang Jun nodded. This should be Ma Zhou's apology and respect for him. After all, it is a bit unreasonable to call him because of his official position.

Fang Jun didn't care about this, so he pushed the door and entered.

The duty room is very bright, and there are almost no extra decorations, but a huge bookshelf is placed on the wall, occupying a whole wall, and there are countless books neatly placed on it.

The decoration is simple and a little outdated, but it is in line with Ma Zhou's usual style that does not like luxury and is calm and low-key.

There are two people in the duty room, both standing in front of the writing desk. One is holding a pen according to the desk, and the other is watching.

The person who was writing was facing the door. As soon as Fang Jun came in, he noticed it, put down the brush in his hand, stood up straight, walked around the desk, and smiled at Fang Jun: "Xiaguan has seen Hou Ye, it should have been It's a pity that the lower official went to visit the Lord Hou, but unfortunately he couldn't get away from the chores, so he took the liberty to send someone to invite him, and if it's rude, I also hope that the Lord Hou Haihan!"

Fang Jun laughed, and Qianqian held Ma Zhou's hand, and said without any grudges: "Why do you have to do this? Fang has always been used to being lazy, to have such a shrewd and strong helper as Brother Ma is exactly what he wants, and he can't wait to hand over everything. In the hands of my brother, it is good to get rid of it completely! You are a busy person, and I am an idle person. If there is anything in the future, I will send someone to call, and I will be there anytime!"

This statement made Ma Zhou very flattered.

At this time, Ma Zhou was only deeply trusted by His Majesty Li Er, and he regarded him as the person of Zhongshu, serving in the province under the family.Others respected him just because he was a close minister of the emperor, but not because of his official position.

And who is Fang Jun?

Fang Xuanling's son, His Majesty's son-in-law, a dignified Marquis, Minister of Rites!

Raise your status and get out of the streets of Ma Zhou!Moreover, this person's reputation for being stingy resonates throughout Guanzhong, and he will not sell his face if he is idle.At first, Ma Zhou sent someone to invite Fang Jun. To be honest, he was quite nervous. If this stick thinks he looks down on him, it will be troublesome, but who knows how his superior, Zhongshu Ling, Cen Wenwen suddenly condescends to visit, how could he do it? Can you throw away the text of Cen?

However, Fang Junchunfeng's smiling face was kind and gentle, and he was very good at talking, which made Ma Zhou not only puzzled: Could it be that the rumors of this person's temperament are all based on falsehoods, and that is not the case at all?

But as long as Fang Jun didn't show his anger, Ma Zhou would be able to endure it with a few sneers, not to mention that he gave him face like this?
Ma Zhou immediately smiled and said, "You really don't dare to be a lower official when you say this. The imperial examination system you drafted and compiled has been read by the lower officials many times. Unimaginable far-reaching influence, it is not an exaggeration to say that you established the century-old imperial examinations with one hand!"

Everyone carries the sedan chair. Although Ma Zhou is honest and upright, it does not mean that he will not speak some scenes. This kind of attitude of hello, me, and everyone is what every successful official must have.Like Hai Rui, who is selfless and selfless, no matter how talented he is, no matter what dynasty he is in, I am afraid it will not end well...

It doesn't matter who is noble or secular, who is upright and selfless and who goes with the flow, the world is like this, you can only take the initiative to integrate.

Fang Jun was a little ashamed.

His so-called wise and wise, so-called whimsical ideas are only built on the shoulders of countless seniors and sages, using the advantages of transmigrators, and shamelessly plagiarizing them. Facing Ma Zhou's praise, he is really a little guilty... …

At this moment, the middle-aged man who had been standing in front of the book desk with a smile waved his hands and said with a smile: "You two don't have to be so boastful, this officer's heart is sore, he's about to vomit... King Bin, this painting has not been completed, hurry up Finish painting it. Erlang also came over to appreciate King Bin's paintings."

This person is the text of Ling Cen of the Chinese book.

Cen Wenwen has a good relationship with Fang Xuanling, and Fang Jun has met many times, but speaking of it, Fang Jun is more familiar with his brother Xinfeng County magistrate Cen Wenwen...

Zhongshuling is also one of the de facto prime ministers, and his seniority is higher than Fang Jun. Fang Jun stepped forward to greet him and stood beside Cen Wenwen, looking at the remaining unfinished paintings on the bookcase.

The rice paper is dripping with ink, and there are several rods of Hsinchu, thin and straight, standing beside a stone. The bamboo leaves are scattered, showing different levels in shades.The picture is elegant and beautiful, with a high rhythm, and it has its own upright and vulgar air.

Fang Jun doesn't know how to draw, but he can see that it is definitely a rare masterpiece. Standing on the side of the bookcase and looking at it with cold eyes, he feels that there is a kind of jagged and upright meaning coming out of the paper, which is refreshing!
Ma Zhou returned to the back of the bookcase, picked up a writing brush, and said with a smile, "It's a shame!"

Concentrate and think for a moment, and write like a god, just a few strokes, and swipe away.

Cen Wenwen praised: "The shades are suitable, the layers are well-organized, the layout is dense and dense, not disordered, and the structure is tight and rigorous. A few Hsinchu trees, twisted and twisted, are full of vitality. King Bin's skills are getting better and better, and he has reached the level of everyone. Compared with Er Yan, it is not too much to give up."

"Bin Wang" is the character of Ma Zhou, but not the famous Luo Bin Wang, "white hair floating green water" is Luo Shentong, who is probably still in swaddling at this time and has not been weaned... As for "Er Yan", it is The famous brothers Yan Lide and Yan Liben.

Ma Zhou put down his pen and said quickly, "Your Excellency is too much. The two Mr. Yan are extremely talented and talented, and they are the role models of our generation and the role models to learn from. How dare you compare them to each other?"

(End of this chapter)