Take the farm down to earth

Chapter 190

When we arrived at Ningrong Street, the Embroidery Guards who were guarding outside Ningguo Mansion had already evacuated.

As soon as the sedan chair fell, not only Jia Zhen helped Shi Zhongkui lift the sedan chair curtain, but Jia Amnesty, Jia Mu, and Taoist Jia Jing were all waiting outside the main entrance of Rongguo Mansion.

Moreover, the middle door of Rongguo Mansion was wide open, and Jia Zheng personally took his hand and walked towards the middle door.

Being valued and treated with courtesy, Shi Zhongkui is in a good mood right now.

But after thinking about it, although the Jia family's attitude towards their benefactor, it can be said that they don't take it seriously.

Even the middle door is open.

But Jia Mu, Jia She, Xing, and Mrs. Wang personally went out of the main gate to welcome a junior. In a society where filial piety rules the world, that would be a bit too much.

So, seeing Jia's mother being helped out from the main gate, Shi Zhongkui made up his mind that he could not enter Jia's house through the middle gate today no matter what.

It is even better to meet Jia Mu at the door of the house, and make excuses that the emperor is still waiting, not even entering the door.

Following Jia Zheng who was holding his hand, he came to the steps of Rongguo Mansion. Shi Zhongkui clasped his fists in both hands and respectfully saluted Jia Mu.

Even the king of Beijing, Wang Ziteng, and the patriarchs of the other six duke mansions, as long as they are not as senior as Jia Mu, they have to bow to her honestly when they see her.

The happy old lady's eyes narrowed.

The big and small men of the Jia family, married women and servants also had brilliant smiles on their faces.

"Get up quickly, help up your old grandson-in-law."

Jia Lian hurriedly stepped forward to help Shi Zhongkui up.

Shi Zhongkui also stood up, and said a lot of auspicious words with a smile, which made Jiamu laugh from time to time.

Even unexpectedly, I said a lot of words of thanks.

Fortunately, Jia's mother was not too foolish, and she didn't talk about Shi Zhongkui helping Ningguo Mansion.

Instead, he used the excuse of Jia Lan's academic progress and Shi Zhongkui's kindness to Jia Yingchun to thank him.

Just as Shi Zhongkui wanted to take the opportunity to say, he had to go to the palace.

Unexpectedly, Mother Jia smiled and said, "Boqian, I heard from Baoyu that you want to recognize Lin's girl as your younger sister because of the fact that Yingchun's aunt passed away early and left a young cousin lonely?"

Not to mention Shi Zhongkui was surprised, but all the Jia family present were surprised.

Mrs. Wang even twisted the handkerchief in her hands so tightly that she almost bit her lip.

Shi Zhongkui thought about it for a while, secretly thinking that this old lady is the best.

It doesn't matter whether Jia's mother guessed that her grandson-in-law was planning Lin Daiyu's idea.

Just saying this in public, and because of what I said before, I had to really recognize Daiyu as my younger sister, so the Jia family knew that Jia's mother tried her best to promote Daiyu and Baoyu's marriage.

In the future, Daiyu will be truly recognized as the future daughter-in-law of the Jia family.

Moreover, Daiyu has the support of her grandmother and the old Fengjun of Jia's family.Outside, there is a cousin-in-law who has a prosperous official career, a holy family member Zhenglong, and a new brother to support him.

Not to mention that the servants of the Jia family would not dare to despise her in the future, even the three masters of the Jia family, Jia Amnesty, Jia Zheng, and Jia Zhen, would truly approve of this marriage.

Jia Lian and Wang Xifeng will 100% protect Daiyu like a calf from now on.

Not to mention that Wang Xifeng has been secretly matching Daiyu and Baoyu because of Jia's mother.

Under such circumstances, no matter how reluctant Mrs. Wang is, what can she do?

As for Wang Ziteng, with the accident in Ningguo Mansion this time, and the fact that he was not the first to help, Mrs. Wang's status in Jia Mansion will definitely drop a lot.

Shi Zhongkui sighed secretly, this old lady is really good at choosing the right time.

Using Daiyu to deepen the relationship between himself and Jia's family, he also has the meaning of being an emperor.

He is an emperor's party, which is well known in the government and the public.

The emperor even made it public at the court meeting that he wanted to appoint himself as a close minister like Ziwei Sheren who could contact the emperor every day.

It is really clever to use a little girl who has no parents to implicitly express the Jia family's desire to get closer to the emperor.

But at this time, he regretted and denied it, and the various images he had created before would definitely collapse in an instant.

Moreover, Jia Lian is obviously on the rise. At this time, he can help Jia Baoyu find a backer. Even if he cannot inherit the title of Rongguo Mansion in the future, he can rely on the relationship between Yingchun and Daiyu to get the help of his brother-in-law and uncle.

Seeing Shi Zhongkui's unsteady expression, Jia's mother couldn't help feeling puzzled and anxious in her heart.

He hurriedly smiled and said, "Boqian, if you agree, let Lin Yatou formally recognize you as an elder brother today, okay?"

Shi Zhongkui sighed inwardly, there is no need to hesitate in this matter, the price of not agreeing is too high.

Then it suddenly occurred to her that Lin Daiyu was known as Lin Dangdang, and although she and Baoyu were childhood sweethearts, they often had conflicts.

Daiyu was so angry that she almost vomited blood several times.

If there is a new support, when you are really angry, it is normal to go to your brother's house for a few days.

Once there is a misunderstanding, but you can't keep in touch with each other, you can't reconcile.

With Jia Baoyu's character, maybe he would really feel lost and practice Taoism with peace of mind.

And I didn't have any chance to contact him before, not even meeting Lin Daiyu.

Now if there is a chance to keep in touch with each other frequently, but still can't win Daiyu's heart, then I will admit it.

Besides, judging from Mother Jia's attitude of paying more attention to the future of the Jia family and Baoyu, if a girl from a better family background appeared, the old lady would definitely hesitate.

Thinking about it this way, there are pros and cons to this matter, and we'll have to wait and see who wins.

Bowing to Jia Mu, she said, "Old lady, since you mentioned it, there is no reason not to deny it."

The expressions of Jia Mu, Jia Amnesty, Jia Zheng and others brightened immediately.

As for Mrs. Wang, no one cares about her at this moment.

"It's just a coincidence that today, although the palace has already got the news, but the son-in-law will not report to His Majesty in person, so he is always worried.

How about tomorrow or choose an auspicious day, and the son-in-law will come to the door in person with Yingchun and Baochai.

While recognizing Miss Lin, she was also allowed to formally meet the two sister-in-laws. "

"That's a good idea," Mother Jia laughed.

Looking at Jia She, Jia Zheng, and Liu Changji, Chang Zhenzi and other Taoist priests who followed, he said, "The old grandson-in-law is thoughtful. Only when this sister-in-law can get close to each other can the family be happy."

Liu Changji, Chang Mako and others hurriedly echoed and laughed.

Shi Zhongkui took the opportunity to support Jia's mother, and said in a low voice, "Old lady, my son-in-law didn't check the memorials compiled by the Embroidery Guards after they searched Ningguo Mansion for the past two days to avoid suspicion.

But just from the hints given by the few officials who have been friends with Xiuyiwei, one can probably guess that the problem of Ningguo Mansion is not small.

So in the last few days, there must be no further disturbances in your residence. "

Mother Jia's heart tightened, this was what she was most worried about.

In this honorable family, on the surface they obey the law and are respectful, but after closing the door, it is common to see dirty things, dirty things, and filthy things.

As long as people from the government can enter the home to check, they can find out some problems in custody.

Subconsciously, he grabbed Shi Zhongkui tightly, but he smiled and said, "Don't worry, the matter is not out of hand yet.

But just in case, it is best to let Master Jia Jingjing of Ningguo Mansion order Brother Zhen to serve in Xuanzhen Temple on the grounds of Qingxiu.

It would be best if he could wear the Taoist robe. After waiting for three to five months, Brother Zhen would basically be able to return home if the situation allowed.

Moreover," Shi Zhongkui looked left and right, and Jia Mu immediately understood, stretched out her hand with a smile, and helped him arrange the official robe and official hat.

Shi Zhongkui said in a low voice, "Brother Zhen is indeed too absurd. If some things are not handled well, the family will be in danger, and even the Rongguo Mansion will be affected."

Five or six years later, Shi Zhongkui's words were really not alarmist.

But when he said it at this time, he was obviously trying to scare Jia Mu.

However, if he could use this opportunity to force Jia Zhen to become a Taoist priest and leave the affairs of Ningguo Mansion to Jia Rong, Shi Zhongkui would definitely welcome her with both hands and feet.

At that time, there will be plenty of ways to make Jia Rong bow her head and listen to her.

It's not a problem even to give Jia Rong some sweetness, but it's not a problem for him to follow the lead.

With the help of Ning Guogong's name and the good relationship he formed in the army back then, while he was profiting, he also got some credit for pulling Jia Rong, and it was not impossible to keep the title of General Wei Lie of the third rank.

And the power of most courtiers, besides the official position, depends on how many people are toward him.

Of course, Shi Zhongkui still understands the reason why too much is too late. The emperor is most worried about the appearance of powerful officials.

Mother Jia's pupils shrank. If someone else said this, they would definitely not believe it.

But Shi Zhongkui had just helped the Ningguo Mansion and Jia's family, if even he didn't believe it, then no one would believe it.

"The old man knows." Jia Mu suppressed the worries and fears in her heart, and said with a smile, "My good boy, your majesty is still waiting there. If you have anything to say, you have to tell your majesty the truth, which is what a courtier should have." duty.

Don't ever have the idea of ​​hiding your relatives. "

When the Jia family heard this, their expressions twisted, and Jia Amnesty, Jia Zhen even changed their expressions immediately.

Shi Zhongkui's eyes lit up, and he looked at Jia Mu in surprise. There were many wrinkles on his face, but his complexion was very good.

This old lady is old and refined, knowing that the more she accepts punishment at this time, the less the emperor will hold on to her.

He bowed to Jia's mother, and then reluctantly bowed to his father-in-law, Jia Amnesty, and then confessed to Jia Zheng, Jia Zhen and others, got into the official sedan chair, and went to the palace.
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The process of seeing the emperor did not have many disturbances.

It can even be said that Emperor Jinglong didn't care about the Jia family's affairs at all.

He only cares about whether Ma Daopo is really dead, and whether there are still remnants who will continue to harm people.

Will these remnants of the party and fellow apprentices target the royal family with their hatred?

After getting Shi Zhongkui's affirmative answer, Emperor Jing Long heaved a sigh of relief.

Then he began to tentatively ask about Taoism.

Shi Zhongkui had already thought about how to respond.

To sum it up, the family passed down the exercises and practiced for 17 years, but the practice was muddled.

It wasn't until there was a breakthrough that it seemed to have opened up.

After becoming wise, I found that penance only leads to distraction.

And in one's life, one has to figure out something.

If he could leave his name in history, his life would not be wasted.

Only then did I put my mind on studying and taking the imperial examinations, thinking that being an official and cultivating my mind can be regarded as a kind of practice.

The emperor believed half of this at most, and it was because of the fact that Shi Zhongkui had been in a daze until he was 19 years old, and then suddenly became smarter, so he had to believe it.

"Does Aiqing have a way to live forever?"

Shi Zhongkui shook his head and said, "Your Majesty, for thousands of years, how many people can live forever?"

Emperor Jinglong stopped talking immediately.

After being silent for a while, Shi Zhongkui continued, "If the news from the Yin Division to the minister is correct, the aura between heaven and earth is no longer suitable for cultivating Taoism.

Don't talk about becoming a fairy, and living a long life, even if you can form a golden elixir, it will be extremely difficult.

However, Chen has been cultivating Taoism for 17 years, but he has only practiced Qi for 9 levels.

Not to mention breaking through to the Foundation Establishment Stage and the higher Golden Core, and the legendary Nascent Soul Stage, it will take at least three to five years to complete Qi training.

Moreover, if one breaks through the foundation-building stage, a little carelessness will end in death.

Therefore, in this life, I don't care how much I can cultivate.

It's better to refine the mind, go through the joys and sorrows of the world of mortals, and let nature take its course, this 'Tao' will naturally be cultivated. "

Emperor Jinglong sighed secretly, and felt relieved at the same time.

Since no one is invincible, there is no way to threaten Da Zhou.

Then he asked without giving up, "If you can cultivate to build a foundation, can you live a long life?"

Shi Zhongkui didn't hesitate, and said with a smile, "The so-called foundation building, in layman's terms, is laying the foundation, which can naturally increase life expectancy. Not to mention three 500 years, as long as there is no disease or disaster, a hundred years can be expected."

The emperor's face was happy, but then he thought of the words "no disease, no disaster", and couldn't help comparing the words of several celestial masters.

Suddenly found that although slightly different, but in fact the same.

What's more, what the masters and Taoists said that day was so profound compared to Shi Zhongkui, and people felt that they were much wiser than Shi Zhongkui.

Thinking about it again, although Shi Zhongkui's cultivation base is no worse than that of a celestial master, he did almost make himself stupid.

According to several celestial masters, Shi Zhongkui must have eaten some kind of spirit fruit fairy root.

Otherwise, even if he is really a powerful reincarnation, it is impossible for him to be so young, and his cultivation level is no worse than those of their masters who have practiced for at least 50 years.

Therefore, the emperor felt vaguely in his heart that those Taoist schools that had been passed down for hundreds or thousands of years were more credible and safer.

After all, people have practiced for generations, and there have been too many real practitioners.

After this generation of practice, the exercises have been tested time and time again by the predecessors, and the chance of problems is very small.

However, people's hearts are like that, so the emperor still asked, "Ai Qing, is she willing to give up her love?"

Shi Zhongkui didn't rush to answer this time.

If I don't even think about it and offer a practice method, the emperor will be suspicious instead.

After a while, the emperor sighed and said, "Forget it, it's a difficult situation for my strong people."

Then Shi Zhongkui said with a look of embarrassment on his face according to what he had thought up before, "Does your majesty know the art of talismans?"

The emperor nodded hurriedly, and judging from the report of the embroidered clothes guard, Shi Zhongkui was very good at the way of talismans.

Shi Zhongkui hesitated for a moment, and said under the eager eyes of Emperor Jinglong, "In this case, why don't you pass on a few words of mind-cultivating method to Your Majesty first, and only if Your Majesty can draw the evil-breaking talisman within three to five months, can you be considered as possessing the ability of talisman seals?" The foundation of Taoism.

Otherwise, I advise Your Majesty to practice the way of inner alchemy. "

After hearing this, Emperor Jing Long was not only not angry, but asked curiously, "So, Ai Qing's exercises are different from ordinary people's?"

Shi Zhongkui nodded, "I really want to practice inner alchemy, but it's a pity that this is the foundation of each sect, how can it be passed on to outsiders.

Even true disciples have to go through various tests.And when the cultivation base is reached, the formulas of the new stage will be passed down. "

Several old Taoist priests hiding behind the screen couldn't help but smiled and nodded after hearing this.

(End of this chapter)