Chapter 566: Fulfilling Responsibilities·Enemies
Wearing a Jinxian crown on his head, he is wearing a round-necked official uniform made of crimson linen with dark flowers. The collar, cuffs, and placket are decorated with edges. The hem of the official uniform is added with a horizontal gusset near the knees, so it is also called It is jokingly called "Yi Shirt". This design was suggested by Ma Zhou when he was in the Menxia Province to show that he did not forget the ancestral system of the upper and lower garments. It was praised by His Majesty Li Er and many important ministers and became custom-made.
Ma Zhou was not yet forty this year. He was in the prime of life, and his knowledge, will, and energy had reached their peak. He has sharp eyebrows, clear cheeks, graceful appearance, full of confidence when talking and laughing, and shows off his sharp edge.
Standing at the door, Ma Zhou laughed, clasped his fists and said, "I am very happy to finally have the opportunity to work with Erlang. From now on, I will ask Erlang to teach me."
Fang Jun had a flash of inspiration in his heart. He looked at Ma Zhou with a bright face and asked doubtfully: "Is this the position of school secretary? Could it be that Brother Ma has been appointed by His Majesty because you have made slanderous remarks against His Majesty?" Right? ”
Ma Zhou was a little embarrassed and didn't know whether to laugh or cry.
How can this be called "slander"? For such a high and noble position close to the crown prince, no matter how many people ask for it, I can't get it, okay?
However, he also knew a little about Fang Jun's temperament. He was used to being casual, so he didn't feel dissatisfied. He took Fang Jun's arm affectionately and said, "Come in first, drink a pot of fragrant tea, and slowly reminisce about the past."
Fang Jun was pulled closer to the main hall by him.
The Chongxian Pavilion was established by an edict issued by His Majesty Li Er, and it was built in the East Palace. It was also the place where the prince studied. Once it was set up, it would not be done casually. The East Palace has set aside a courtyard for this purpose, with three or five main halls, more than twenty houses, and pavilions and pavilions.
Even some of the furnishings and objects are in accordance with the regulations of the East Palace, and are luxurious and wealthy.
It is worthy of being the highest-level aristocratic school in the Tang Dynasty...
Ma Zhou took Fang Jun to sit down, and his own bookkeeper served him fragrant tea.
"Erlang seems not very satisfied with this position?" Ma Zhou asked, holding a tea cup.
He was too curious about Fang Jun.
It is said that this person is "a leader in learning without any originality" and has never read. However, his talent in poetry has shocked the past and the present, and he is proud of the world and is known as the best in the world. There is even a saying that "Cao Zijian existed in ancient times, but now there is a house and a love left behind". Each of his famous poems can be passed down through the ages, and he is so talented...
Where does this person's talent come from?
Even if he has talent, such an incredible talent is too ridiculous, right?
Now it seems that this person really doesn't like reading. Not only does he not like reading, he also seems unwilling to teach.
Ma Zhou thought that this was just because the world didn't see him reading, but it didn't mean that he really didn't study.
Some people are geniuses. Not only do they have a photographic memory, but their understanding is far beyond ordinary people. Others can't understand the meaning after reading it ten times. For geniuses, they can understand its meaning after reading it once.
People's brains are easy to use, but they can't be convinced...
Fang Jun said with a bitter face: "Brother Ma, I appreciate your caring and thoughtfulness. But when you recommended me to come to Chongxian Hall, you really put me on the fire..."
Ma Zhou became increasingly puzzled: "Why is this?"
You must know that today is different from the past. In the past, the status of the prince was unstable and the King of Wei could replace him at any time. Those with foresight should try to stay away from the throne and not get involved in the maelstrom of imperial succession. This is a wise move. However, since the rebellion, His Majesty also realized that his always wavering attitude towards the throne had almost forced him to rebel against the crown prince, so he made up his mind to seal off the King of Wei and order him to surrender. The crown prince's position was now secure.
Getting close to the prince at this time can leave the impression of a capable minister in front of the prince. When the prince ascends the throne, he will naturally become the prince's close minister. As an emperor and a courtier, who doesn't want to occupy a leading position at the starting line?
But the guy in front of me seems to be avoiding him...
Ma Zhou was naturally puzzled.
Fang Jun smiled bitterly and said: "You must be self-aware. How many books have I read in total? How dare you work with a Confucian scholar like Brother Ma who is full of economics? The Collector's duty is to collate classics and correct errors. I am full of books. Thatch, you can edit it with a hammer!”
Ma Zhou shook his head and laughed, but in his heart he thought Fang Jun was modest.
The world doesn't see him reading, but in Ma Zhou's opinion, it's just that the world doesn't know. If he doesn't read, how can he write such amazing and brilliant poems, how can he create such a powerful and powerful name as "The Story of Ai Lian". Chapter?
Although he often boasts that he has "seven and a half" talents, it is a bit exaggerated, but it is also impressive.
The two were drinking tea and chatting when they saw a short, fat official walking in from outside the palace.
Fang Jun raised his head and looked at this person, everyone was stunned.
It’s actually Xu Jingzong...
Although it has not reached the level of being extremely jealous when enemies meet, there is a feud between the two. To say that they hate each other would be an understatement.
Xu Jingzong snorted, his white and fat face stretched, and ignored Fang Jun. He sat on the chair and called Shu Zuo to serve tea. After taking a sip, he drooped his eyelids and said: Showing disdain.
Of course, the things that happened every day in the capital could not be hidden from anyone. Ma Zhou naturally knew about Xu Jingzong's failure under Fang Jun's hands.
However, he thought that Xu Jingzong was a bit petty. When scholars discussed knowledge, there would always be a distinction between superior and inferior. As the saying goes, the strongest has its own strong opponent, and there is always a higher mountain. No one can really be the best in the world. Sometimes, it is not worth being so worried about losing.
But who allows everyone to work together now? Still need to persuade.
Ma Zhou then said: "Both of you are famous scholars, and your literary names are spread all over the world. You should strengthen each other and improve each other, so as to live up to your majesty's trust and the prince's trust."
Wouldn't it be annoying if two people kept arguing all day long? The key is that Fang Jun has a really hot temper. If he is angered by Xu Jingzong and hurts someone with his fists, it will really make Chongxian Hall a joke...
His Majesty entrusted Chongxian Hall to him. Although he was a bachelor at the same time as Xu Jingzong, he was the leader. I'm afraid that Xu Jingzong's current attitude is also dissatisfied with himself to a certain extent, right?
Ma Zhou felt helpless and had to carry out His Majesty and the Crown Prince, who would surely be able to convince Xu Jingzong.
But Ma Zhou had forgotten that Xu Jingzong was indeed an official fanatic. He tried his best to flatter His Majesty to the point where there was no bottom line. He was deeply criticized by the courtiers, who thought that his character was not good. But this man is an extremely narrow-minded person, and he must avenge himself. Now he is suppressed in his position by the rising star Ma Zhou, and his reputation is crushed by the big stick Fuang Erlang. Xu Jingzong has long been depressed!
Immediately, Xu Jingzong retorted and said: "Xu doesn't dare to take it seriously. In front of Fang Erlang, Xu's little reputation is not worth mentioning."
Ma Zhou had a headache. Xu Jingzong was really...annoying!
It’s so confusing!
On the other side, Fang Jun did not back down even half a step and nodded: "Although I am a little embarrassed, Xu Sheren is a fair person. I can only admit that in terms of fame and talent, I am indeed a little better than Xu Sheren." .”
Ma Zhou held his head: Yes, these two seem to be really enemies! Trouble in the days to come...
Xu Jingzong just made a sarcastic comment, but he didn't expect that Fang Jun would shamelessly crawl along the pole. He was so angry that his white face turned red, and his small eyes stared like rabbits. He gritted his teeth and said: "Okay, okay. So-and-so." Let’s see how arrogant you can be!”
Fang Jun rolled his eyes: "Xu Sheren, don't worry, Fang has a broad mind. One day he will come to Xu Sheren's grave to toast and burn incense!"
Xu Jingzong almost fell down in anger.
Are you saying that because I am old, I will definitely die before you?
But that's not bad. He is almost fifty years old now. In an era when "seventy years are rare", he probably only has more than ten years left to live. But Fang Jun is strong and strong. He's not even close to the weak crown yet. Unless something big happens, he will definitely die before Fang Jun.
When he thought of this little bastard standing in front of his grave sarcastically and arrogantly when he died, Xu Jingzong felt as if a big stone was weighing on his heart, making him breathless. When I was alive, I was being suppressed by this little bastard. If I were to die, this guy might still be able to laugh at me to his heart's content!
The greatest sorrow in the world is that you are dead, but the enemy is still alive and kicking... (End of this chapter)