Film and TV: Starting from the Night Watchman of Dafeng

Chapter 63: My Heart Remains Unchanged, My Determination Remains Unwavering

Haoqi Building

"How can I guess what the emperor is thinking? Instead of working with your teachers and the others, you reassure them that nothing is wrong and come to disturb me?"

Wei Yuan smiled speechlessly.

"You are a cut above the rest."

In fact, Wei An thought that his uncle might have some additional information.

Emperor Yuan Jing's move was unusual and unlike his usual method of achieving great results with little effort.

It felt like a heavy punch.

Wei Yuan sighed, looked at his good nephew, and said nothing.

"Uncle, why are you sighing and saying nothing?"

Wei An was puzzled.

Wei Yuan raised his eyes and looked at him again.

That look was ordinary, yet different.

Wei An was stunned for a moment, then gradually understood.

...

On this day, the sun is shining brightly, the wind is gentle and the weather is warm.
Academy Gate
Steps paved with thick bluestone.

A group of students gathered together.

According to the Dafeng official system, Chen Tai, Zhang Shen and Qi Yuan went to the Ministry of Personnel to receive the appointment documents and some regulations, and then they could take up their posts immediately.

However, all three of them held high positions, and before taking office, the emperor had to meet with such high-ranking officials at the Honglu Temple.

Today, everyone in the academy gathered here to send three people to the Honglu Temple.

"After waiting for so long, the clouds finally parted and the moon appeared! Today has finally arrived!"

"What did Master Wei say? There will always be a time to ride the wind and waves, and set sail to cross the vast ocean!"

"Everyone, I want to try to take the imperial examination next year!"

“Try it together, try it together!”

"... "

The students were in high spirits and looked excited.

They all looked at the group of people in front with bright eyes.

In front of them were some old gentlemen from the academy.

Some of these people had served as minor officials, entered the officialdom with great ambition, and finally left in despair.

Today is different from the past!
Second and third rank officials!
Confucianism should rise!
When several old gentlemen thought of this, they were so excited that tears came to their eyes and their sleeves trembled.

At the front were Zhao Shou, Chen Tai, Li Mubai, Zhang Shen, Qi Yuan, and Wei An.

Chen Tai, Zhang Shen and Qi Yuan all wore crimson official robes.

The pattern in front of Chen Tai is a peacock, while that of Zhang Shen and Qi Yuan is a pheasant.

He is the only one among the younger generation of the academy who can sit down and talk with the dean and great scholars!
"Nothing's wrong. Your words 'Confucianism should flourish' at the Taiming Pond Polo Match are still ringing in my ears."

Li Mubai sighed.

The little finger of his hand stroking his beard trembled slightly.

Chen Tai on the side smiled with satisfaction and pride.

Zhao Shou, Zhang Shen and Qi Yuan also looked at Wei An.

"It's still a long way to go." Wei An shook his head, and continued in a relaxed yet firm tone, "The future is long and bright. I will remain steadfast and unwavering in my determination."

Zhao Shou and others looked solemn and moved.

Wei An raised his hands and bowed to Chen Tai, Zhang Shen, and Qi Yuan, saying, "Teacher, Master Zhang, and Master Yuanshan, there will be a day when you can realize your ambitions. I hope you will live up to your original aspirations."

Chen Tai, Zhang Shen, and Qi Yuan were all solemn and returned the greeting with dignity. They all replied in unison, repeating Wei An's words, "This heart remains unchanged, and our resolve remains unwavering."

When the three of them stood up, Wei An's face became more playful and lively. He looked at Zhao Shou and said, "Dean, when will you be promoted to the second rank? My Confucian family has been in trouble for a long time, and not just in the officialdom."

Zhao Shou looked at Chen Tai and the other two, put one hand behind his back, stroked his beard with the other, and said with a smile, "It's almost done."

The wind suddenly blew, blowing the scholar's robe.

Wei An turned sideways and met a pair of bright, blazing eyes. He raised his hand and bowed, "Gentlemen, send the gentleman off."

Immediately, he turned around again and bowed to the many students and old teachers behind him. Everyone said in unison, "Farewell, sir."

Chen Tai, Zhang Shen and Qi Yuan returned the greeting deeply and slowly stood up.

There was a glint in Zhao Shou's eyes, "Let's go." Chen Tai, Zhang Shen and Qi Yuan disappeared in the clear light.

...

a state

In the city lord's mansion, a middle-aged man in white looked far away in the direction of the capital.

His facial features seemed to be covered with a veil, blurry and difficult to see clearly.

"Oh, a small pawn crossing the river has stirred up the storm."

...

许宅
On the old bamboo lounge chair, Xu Qian'an was swaying, closing his eyes to rest. Today was his day off.

On the wall, a large orange-haired man slowly withdrew his gaze, "You really don't want to introduce Wei An to me?"

It (he) actually spoke human language.

"Master Taoist, if you are willing, just meet him by chance, just like you met me by chance. Why do you need an introduction?" Xu Qian'an said with his eyes closed.

"Didn't I tell you that he has no fixed route and comes and goes without a trace. How could we meet him by chance?" Daju said.

"To put it bluntly, he's a fourth-grade rank guy. You're not strong enough to scare him." Xu Qian'an slowly opened his eyes.

Big Orange, “…”

After a moment of silence, it (he) said, "There's no need to be so honest."

"Alright, I'm not close to Wei An, so I can't help you with this matter, Taoist Priest."

The big orange cat had a human-like expression on its face, and seemed to sigh, "Well, I think this kid will be in trouble soon, so I want to give him some advice."

Xu Qian'an sat up and looked at Daju. After taking a look, he said, "Master, do you know that Wei An's uncle is Duke Wei?"

"I've heard about it for a long time."

"Did you know that he is a fourth-grade gentleman?"

"You said it."

"Do you know that the academy holds him in the palm of its hand?"

"He also helped Confucianism flourish again."

"He... no, Taoist priest, it's not that I look down on you, but with your current level of cultivation, can you predict Wei An's fortune?"

"The three sects of Taoism, Heaven, Earth, and Man, each have their own strengths in divination. My Earth Sect cultivates merit and virtue, and is more perceptive about people's fortunes."

Seeing that Daju seemed so confident, Xu Qian'an immediately stood up and frowned, "With his current strength and status, what can harm him?"

He immediately thought of something and said, "No, the sorcerers of the Imperial Astronomical Observatory can also predict fortunes, right?"

"Wizards are also good at divination." Daju added.

It (he) knew what Xu Qian'an was going to ask and continued, "Who would predict someone's fortune for no reason? As you said, he's been on such a good run, no one thought he'd run into bad luck. I saw him from afar that day and it was on a whim that I made a prediction."

...

Afternoon
Imperial Palace, a side hall

A series of subtle footsteps broke the silence here.

Emperor Yuan Jing slowly opened his eyes and asked in a bad tone, "What's the matter?"

The eunuch knelt and bowed, saying, "Your Majesty, the eldest princess requests an audience."

"Huaiqing?" A hint of surprise flashed across Emperor Yuan Jing's calm eyes.

He slowly stood up, walked out of the quiet room, looked at his 'eldest daughter' who came in, and his face showed a little more kindness.

"Father." Huaiqing bowed and paid his respects.

Yuan Jing nodded with a smile, "Why are you here?"

"Congratulations, Father! You have the great scholar from the academy assisting you in governing the country. You will surely be able to eliminate old abuses, clean up the bad habits, and create a prosperous Dafeng era again."

Emperor Yuan Jing nodded with a smile and slowly walked forward. At an angle that Huaiqing didn't notice, a hint of coldness flashed across his eyes.

Huai Qing took advantage of his father's cheerfulness and said, "Father, I mentioned Wei An's steam engine concept to you the other day. I wonder if you..."

"Huaiqing." Yuan Jing interrupted her in time.

The refusal is very obvious.

Huaiqing sighed in his heart.

As expected, she was unable to persuade the emperor.

Do you want to mention Luo Yuheng?
She hesitated again and again, and finally her expression dimmed a little, and she left silently.

(End of this chapter)