Chapter 16: Cui Daolin (Part 2) First Watch Seeking Recommendation

  Zhang Zhongjian and Du Ruhui were originally coming back together.

  It was just because Du Ruhui's old house was not in Chang'an, but in Duling outside the city of Chang'an.

  So the two had already parted ways when they were on Ba Shang... Many people didn't know that the official's son from Yan Shi was actually the grandson of Du Guo, the Minister of Works. Du Ruhui wasn't someone who liked socializing, especially after getting the rubbings of San Lin Bei Yang Stele and Yan Qing's works, he shut himself at home to copy them, to the point where he didn't even know about the commotion outside.

  In fact, about the identity of the goose boy, it has already been noisy in Luoyang and Chang'an.

  Not only Yang Su was inquiring, but also scholars from all over the place were searching for him. Unfortunately, at that time, there was no habit of human flesh search, and there was no cooperation between each other, fighting alone, coupled with complex information, it became more and more chaotic.

  Some people even say that this goose son is the son of a powerful official in the current dynasty, and even the son of a royal family.

  As a result, all the ministers inquired about their colleagues, and finally, it even reached Emperor Yang of Sui.

  Yang Jian indulged in sensual pleasures after Dugu Empress died, and his body was no longer as robust as before.

  But after watching Takabon, he couldn't help but send someone to ask the Zongshu family, and many of the Zongshu were at a loss.

  Yang Su also knew that this was not the way to do things. Although Yang Xuangan said so, he vaguely felt that this goose gentleman might not be in Chang'an after all. If he and Zhang Zhongjian had arrived in Chang'an, wouldn't there have been some news of them?

  So it seems that Brother Goose is still in Luoyang.

  "Has Zheng Renji left yet?"

  As for Yang Su's extremely abrupt questioning style, the three brothers of Yang Xuan Gan had long been accustomed to it.

  Yang Xuan Gan hastily replied: "Zheng Ren Ji's wife has given birth, so he hasn't set off yet. But I heard that he is already preparing and will likely depart within the next few days."

  "I feel that Brother Goose should stay in Luoyang."

  "After Zheng Renji arrives in Luoyang, send someone to pay attention and see if they can find any news about the whereabouts of Goose Master. As soon as there is any news, notify me immediately. I must meet this Goose Master in person, and if I can get a few words from him, I will be satisfied."

  "Yes, I will send someone to inform Zheng Renji immediately."

  Yang Su shook his head repeatedly, "No, you'd better go yourself, that way Zheng Renji will take it more seriously."

  Yang Xuanzhen did not think so, but still respectfully agreed.

  Zheng Yanqing didn't know that for his sake, the riverside areas of Henan and Luoyang, as well as Hedong, were all in an uproar. To use a phrase from later generations: What was most lacking during the Sui and Tang dynasties? Talent! Especially among the Guandong aristocracy, after the rise of the Guanzhong group, they suffered oppression, and talent withered away. Therefore, they urgently needed fresh blood, and the sudden appearance of Ge Gongzi made the Guandong aristocracy feel a kind of unprecedented vitality. They needed Ge Gongzi to make their names famous.

  They also believe that this goose prince needs their help...

  Yan Qing did hear some news, but he was young and even if he went to ask around in the past, no one would have taken him seriously. Moreover, when he told others that he was the son of a noble family, who would have believed him? People generally like to comment on things based on their own subjective ideas and don't pay attention to what's happening around them. Zheng Shi An had thought about speaking out several times, but was stopped by Zheng Yan Qing.

  What's your name?

  Everyone wants to be famous!

  Not to mention Zheng Yanqing, who is now single-mindedly looking for an opportunity to lift his household registration.

  But there must be evidence, Sun Simiao, Zhang Zhongjian and Du Ruhui, these three people who can prove themselves are not around. Zheng Shi'an is just a housekeeper, to put it bluntly, he's just a slave of the Zheng family; Xu Shixun is too young, who would believe him?

  It's fine if others don't believe it when you tell them, but if things go wrong, you might even attract criticism. He has seen this kind of thing many times before!

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  After the awakening of hibernating insects, farming begins.

  Zheng Shi'an is busier, and Zheng Yanqing is even more carefree.

  On this day, Yan Qing was feeding a donkey in the stable when he saw Xu Shiyou rush in from outside, panting and sweating profusely.

  "Yan Qing, how can you still have the mood to feed turtles here? Your grandfather is quarreling with someone!"

  Zheng Yanqing was taken aback by what he heard and put down the fodder in his hand.

  "Who did you have a fight with?"

  "Chang'an brought someone over, and Grandpa welcomed him in, but they ended up quarreling. I saw things weren't going well, so I came to find you."

  He Sheng and Qing lived together for a period of time, and Xu Shiyan also habitually called Zheng Shisan "grandfather".

  Zheng Yanqing's eyes narrowed slightly, and he muttered to himself: He's here again!

  He didn't say another word and turned around to head towards the central hall.

  As they walked, he asked, "Chang'an, who has arrived?"

  "Not clear, just heard people say, Grandfather called that person Cui General Manager."

  "Director Choi?"

  Zheng Yanqing couldn't help but feel puzzled.

  Judging from the surname, it seems that the visitor is someone from Madame Choi's side, Zheng Renji's wife. When Madame Choi married into the Zheng family, she brought many people with her. However, since An Yuantang was under Zheng Dashi's control at the time and was managed by Zheng Shian, the people from the Choi family did not receive preferential treatment. Later, when Madame Choi followed Zheng Renji to Chang'an, the people from the Choi family also went along...

  Yan Qing's impression of the people from the Cui family was not deep, because at that time they did not stay in An Yuan Tang for a long time either.

  As soon as he heard that Zheng Renji had sent a person with the surname Cui, Zheng Yanqing somewhat understood.

  It seems that Mrs. Cui and her people have taken control of family matters in Chang'an. Now that she has given birth to a child, her status is naturally higher. Along with it, the status of the Cui family also rises with the tide. This time they come, probably with ulterior motives.

  "Xu Ge, no matter what happens later, don't say a word, got it?"

  Xu Shiyou didn't like it as soon as he heard it, "Why?"

  "Xu, listen to me, this is a matter within the Zheng family. Although you are also from a wealthy background, you don't understand the complexities of the Zheng family. Your father sent you to Luoyang with great care, hoping for a good future for you. If you get involved, it's likely to waste your father's efforts. So, it's best to remain silent."

  I'll handle things with Grandpa, you don't need to worry too much about it.

  "In short, don't say a word, or you might get implicated and end up making things worse. Just be like the golden man and keep your mouth shut."

  Xu Shiyan was somewhat reluctant, but towards Zheng Yanqing, he listened to her words and followed her plans.

  What Zheng Yance said was right, he could come to Luoyang, and it was indeed a lot of thought for Xu Gai. If it's as Zheng Yance said, being too clever would be counterproductive and not beautiful. Xu Shuzheng had great confidence in Zheng Yance, someone who could create the "Ode to Goose" style and write an "Ode to Goose" poem, how could he be a mediocre person? Since he said so, he must have a plan, it's better for him to observe quietly on the side.

  "I got it!"

  Xu Shiyan nodded in agreement, and in his heart, he felt a few more points of gratitude towards Yan Qing.

  Don't look at Xian Qing's age being younger than his, but he considers everything for him. The Peach Garden Oath of the three brothers, Liu Bei, is probably no more than this.

  Unconsciously, Xu Shiyan has already placed Zheng Yance in a dominant position.

  In the middle of the hall, Zheng Shi'an had a face full of anger, and was arguing with a middle-aged man in white clothes and black beard.

  This middle-aged man is named Cui Daolin, a younger generation of the Zhengzhou Cui family. Similar to Zheng Shi'an's situation, Cui Daolin's family has also served the Cui family for three generations. However, he is different from Zheng Shi'an in that he was originally a member of the Cui clan and a distant branch of the Cui family. When Madame Cui got married, the Cui family was worried that there would be no capable person by her side, so they sent Cui Daolin over.

  Originally thought to hold the power of An Yuan Tang in one's hands, but unexpectedly with Zheng Shi'an around, all schemes and plans turned into nothing.

  However, Cui Daolin also knew how to endure and left An Yuantang with Mrs. Cui.

  After several years, he has become Zheng Renji's confidant.

  This time he came to Luoyang, he was ordered by Zheng Renji to make a pre-visit.

  According to Zheng Renji, all major and minor matters in Luoyang were handled by Cui Daolin, and all personnel had to follow his arrangements.

  So Cui Daolin arrived in Luoyang and dismissed Zheng Shian from his post.

  There's no way around it. The county official is not as good as the current manager. This isn't An Yuantang, and Zheng Renji is in charge here. Even Zheng Shian can do nothing about it.

  "Chui Guan Jia, Tianjin Bridge Street, has been for three hundred years now, is the face of Anyuan Hall in Luoyang."

  No matter how the world is, the old and young masters of Tianjin Bridge Street are loyal to our Zheng family. In those years, Zheng Weigong actually led 800 strong men from Tianjin Bridge to fight in battles south and north with him. How can you just come and want to cut off their livelihood?

  Tianjin Bridge is a street on the north bank of the Luo River and has been the property of the Zheng family for over 300 years.

  Everyone on this street relies on the Zheng family for a living. Selling ironware and making farm tools, all belong to An Yuantang.

  Chui Do-lim arrived and was about to close down the market on Tianjin Bridge, driving away all the local people.

  How could Zheng Shi'an agree?