Hearing this, Chen Yichen lifted the curtain and saw five or six Jinyiwei riding on a tall horse, blocking in front of his carriage.

Moreover, Chen Yichen also knew him, Wang Shan, the commander of the Jinyiwei.

No, now that Wang Shan has been promoted, he is no longer a commander of the fourth rank, but a commander of the third rank.

Facing Wang Shan, Chen Yichen did not have the fear or pleasing expression of ordinary officials, and his face bowed as usual: "Wang Tongzhi, don't know what happened to stop the carriage of this official?"

Although during the orthodox dynasty, the gap between civil and military officials was not as high as that in the late Ming Dynasty, civil officials still showed a tendency to compete for military officials. However, Hanlin officials who were directly awarded the title of top scholar can be etiquette to the fourth-rank red-robed outer official, and there is no need to be called a lower official when they see a third-rank military officer.

Of course, this is the case in theory. In reality, even if a fourth-rank official in Beijing is called a subordinate official when he sees Wang Shan.

After all, no matter whether it is Wang Zhen behind him or his identity as the Emperor's personal guard, most people cannot afford to offend him.

When Wang Shan heard Chen Yichen claiming to be his official, he showed an unhappy expression on his face. A mere sixth-rank official dared to show off in front of him?

However, thinking about what my uncle told me, Wang Shan suppressed his dissatisfaction and bowed: "Zhuangyuan Gong, the Japanese official is holding a banquet in Xueling Pavilion today. I hope he can enjoy his face and drink a drink together."

Wang Shan said very politely, but his expression did not mean any kind of invitation.

Chen Yichen is not stupid either. He has no intersection with the other party, so it is impossible to hold a banquet invitation. Obviously, this is just like Wang Shan’s previous post of a visit, and it is Wang Zhen’s instructions behind it.

Since it was Wang Zhen’s intention, Chen Yichen had no option to refuse, so he could only nod and said, “It’s better to obey your orders than respect. I thanked Wang Tongzhi for the hospitality in advance.”

"Zhuangyuan Gong, please be polite."

After a few false and polite words, Chen Yichen's carriage followed Wang Shan and came to Xueling Pavilion together.

Wang Shan is a regular visitor here. When he appeared, the other guests retreated, for fear of causing trouble. At the same time, the old mother from Xueling Pavilion also quickly came up and said with a smile on her face: "There are many guests, Mr. Wang, you have prepared a private room. Please come in with the old mother."

According to Wang Shan's previous habits, he walked straight into Xueling Pavilion and had to shout to let the courtesan Qin Liushuang accompany him.

Today, the old lady found that Wang Shan did not move, but waited for a young man to get off the carriage behind him, and made a gesture of invitation and said: "Zhuangyuan Gong, this is the best brothel Xueling Pavilion in the capital. The beauty of the courtesan Qin Liushuang is unparalleled in the world, so you will be satisfied."

Hearing this, Chen Yichen's face showed a deep smile. This kid is really a noble man who forgets things. It seems that he really doesn't remember meeting him in Xueling Pavilion.

"please."

Chen Yichen also waved his hand and signaled Wang Shan to go first.

He claimed that he just didn't want to lower his head in front of Wang Shan, and did not think about suppressing the other party. Chen Yichen has always done a good job in judging the situation and will not be arrogant when he should give face.

"good."

Wang Shan nodded with satisfaction and walked forward without being polite.

The old mother who was recruiting guests at the door was shocked to see this scene. She had never seen Wang Shan so polite to others, and the other party was still a young man.

At this time, the old mother remembered Wang Shan’s name was “Zhuangyuan Gong”. Could it be that this young man was the Sanyuan and Chen Yichen, who was famous in the capital?

After entering Xueling Pavilion, Chen Yichen, led by Wang Shan, came to a private room. There was already the sound of silk and bamboo instruments inside. After opening the door, there were even more Yingying and Yanyan, and Qin Liushuang, the courtesan of the capital, was among them.

Chen Yichen's sudden appearance made the brothels present full of surprise. Wang Shan thought it was because of seeing him. He was about to introduce Chen Yichen's identity to everyone, but when he saw Qin Liushuang stand up and bow and bow, "I have seen Mr. Chen and Mr. Wang."

Not only Qin Liushuang, other brothel women also saluted sideways: "I have seen Mr. Chen and Mr. Wang."

This scene surprised Wang Shan. Could it be that Chen Yichen is also a regular visitor to the brothel?

But the question is why I have never seen Chen Yichen in Xueling Pavilion, where did this kid go?

At the same time, this also made Wang Shan feel a little jealous. It was obvious that these brothel women who served the people in Israel favored Chen Yichen more, and even called Chen Gongzi first.

“It’s polite.”

Although the other party was a brothel woman, and now there was a huge gap between her identity, Chen Yichen still bowed and returned a gift.

Wang Shan didn't have this idea, and sat rudely in the main seat, and then held Qin Liushuang beside him.

As my uncle told me, I can give you face, but women cannot give in!

Chen Yichen smiled and didn't take Wang Shan's actions seriously. He was not Qin Liushuang's minister, and Chen Qingtong was the one who belonged to him.

"Mr. Chen, long time no see."

A timid voice came from beside him. Chen Yichen looked back and realized that the woman in green clothes beside him looked familiar.

He thought for a moment in his mind, nodded and said, "Miss Liu'er, it's been a long time since."

This woman in green clothes is the brothel who accompanied him when she came to drink "Hotou wine" with He Pingyan.

When Liu'er heard Chen Yichen call out her name, she stared at him with wide eyes and was filled with joy. She never thought that after so long, the 1st Yuan Gong could still remember her small brothel woman.

"I can be remembered by Pu Liu in my family, and I am lucky to be remembered by the top scholar."

Chen Yichen smiled when he heard this, but did not respond. He just had a good memory and had no other ideas about this brothel woman. So he quickly turned his attention to Wang Shan, wanting to know what the other party was selling in the gourd.

Unfortunately, Wang Shan had no idea of ​​being straightforward at all, and he was having a lot of fun drinking with the courtesan Qin Liushuang. Seeing this scene, Chen Yichen was not easy to urge him, so he could only wait for the other party to speak quietly.

After three rounds of drinking, Wang Shan seemed to remember the serious business and said to everyone in the house: "I have a few words to talk to the top minister, so you can go ahead for now."

"Yes, Prince."

The women in the brothel responded and stepped down. Most of the people who could hold a banquet in Xueling Pavilion had important matters to discuss, and they had long been used to it.

Soon there were only Chen Yichen and Wang Shan left in the box. At this time, Wang Shan’s face was gone and he said, “The top scholar is not to hide it. I am entrusted by my uncle to hold a banquet in order to have an accurate reply!”

At today's court meeting, Yang Pu's sidelines made Wang Zhen feel a sense of crisis.

If Yang Pu really intends to win over Chen Yichen, as they are both civil servants, it will be easier to get closer to the water tower and get the moon first.

You should know that in most cases, the civil servants of the Ming Dynasty were desperate, or the eunuchs covered the sky with only their hands, their first choice was definitely not to become a member of the eunuch party.

After all, civil servants have a continuous force in the imperial examination system and still control the world's discourse and public opinion power. However, eunuchs have no descendants to rely on the imperial power and will be prosperous for the most part.

If the eunuchs fall, those dependent civil servants will be liquidated very badly. They will also be infamous and have been infamous in history books for thousands of years.

After Chen Yichen Naixun's relatives, he leaned against the big tree of Duke Cheng Guo, which was equivalent to always having a way out and there was no possibility of being desperate.

Moreover, this kid who was ranked three yuan and six yuan, created a thousand-year grand occasion for the imperial examination. Although the civil servant group now despises and despises him, as long as Chen Yichen is willing to express his attitude, he will be accepted by the civil servant group immediately and even be regarded as a role model for literati.

Fame and reputation are not something that Wang Zhen can give. He can only take out real money and silver and start first. Today he got a definite answer from Chen Yichen.

Otherwise, he would not have much confidence in the long-term battle with the civil servant group in the future.

After all, Wang Zhen officially turned over in the seventh year of Zhengtong, and now it has only been three years. Moreover, Yang Pu, the last civil servant giant of the "Three Yangs", has not yet fallen. He is far from reaching the realm of being overwhelming in the 14th year of Zhengtong, and lacks some confidence in his bones.

Let Wangshan hold a banquet today, just prepare for a showdown.

"I wonder what kind of answer should I want for Eunuch Wang?"

Chen Yichen pretended to be confused because he understood. He knew very well what Wang Zhen wanted.

Wang Shan also understood that Chen Yichen was pretending to be confused, and he couldn't help but feel a little contempt in his heart.

All literati are like this, and they have to set up a archway in front of their sons!

"Formerly defect to my uncle's disciples, we will work together to engage in major events and work together to pursue great causes!"

"The prince may have said this badly. I am the disciple of the emperor. How can I join the disciple?"

Chen Yichen resisted the temptation of being the top scorer in the palace examination. Now that his wings are hard, he is even more unlikely to join Wang Zhen.

"Is that so? What if my uncle could let you take charge of military affairs as a civil servant and then be appointed as a general and be granted the title of marquis?"

There was only one way for civil servants in the Ming Dynasty to be awarded titles, that was to make military achievements and be awarded titles.

In the end, three civil officials were awarded titles in the Ming Dynasty. Wang Ji was awarded the title for the battle of Luchuan. Wang Yue relied on the recovery of Hetao and expedition to Tatar Mongolia. The last Wang Yangming came from the military achievements of pacifying the rebellion of King Dingning.

Chen Yichen is currently on the road to Hanlin Academy Hall and Pavilion, and the end is the head of the cabinet's chief civil servant. Under normal circumstances, it is impossible to obtain military merits and titles.

Based on Chen Yichen's previous speeches and posts, and the background of Duke Cheng Guo's military general Xunqi, Wang Zhen determined that he was very fond of martial arts.

If that is the case, the biggest bargaining chip that can be drawn is one goal and two entries!
Chapter completed!