Royal road

Chapter 319

Liang Rong was born in Gaodu, studied in Lucheng, and now Shangdang County has become his father's feudal state again, the meaning is even more different.

It's just that this time when I come back alone, everything seems to have changed.

"Mr. Rong, all the ten counties are ready, and the sickles can be opened only when the grain is ripe. This year will be a good year." Guo Jiao smiled all over his face, and presented several field books.

Facing this slightly obsequious internal historian of the Shangdang Party, Liang Rong slightly nodded and took the brochure.Now Liang Rong has also begun to study the genealogy, and knows that although this Guo Neishi is surnamed Guo, he has nothing to do with the Jinyang Guo family, but comes from a poor family.Only because of his father's appreciation, he was promoted all the way to the post of internal history.

Such a person must be a reliable confidant.But Liang Rong always felt a bit awkward getting along with him.When entering the city, it is still a due sense to welcome them in person.But then following by his side, riding on the saddle, never leaving, it was different.The earnest attitude can be called flattery.

I saw him a few times before, but I didn't feel this way.Could it be that something happened in the county and you want to hide it?

Liang Rong is no longer the young and ignorant child who was left at home by his father.This time it is really necessary to check the affairs of the prefecture and the state, how dare you neglect it?Although he was puzzled in his heart, he still calmed down and ordered people to carefully check the most critical autumn harvest farming.

This matter is complicated and there is no rush.Liang Rong patiently followed the subordinate officials, asking questions about everything.But after trial and error, no mistakes were found.On the contrary, Guo Jiao acted very safely, following the rules left by Cui Ji, he could not find any mistakes at all.

Why should such a follower be so flattering?Could it be that he only came from a humble background to have this character?

Unable to understand the situation, Liang Rong had no choice but to continue with the business at hand.In Shangdang National High School, Guo Jiao was in charge of internal and external affairs, but other people were in charge of the workshop and the armed forces.Chen Duwei, who was in charge of military affairs, also came from the trilogy of the Liang Mansion. He seemed stable and well-trained, and the army of the county was also well trained.The manager of the workshop is an acquaintance.

"Nurse!" Seeing the woman Hou was outside the hall, Liang Rong stood up excitedly.He was precocious, but as he got older, he became more mature and prudent in front of outsiders.But when he saw the wet nurse who raised him since he was a child, he still couldn't hold back, and walked up to her in three steps at a time.

Liang Rong was excited, and Zhao Yu's eyes were also full of tears.Rong'er was brought up by her single-handedly, and she spends more time with her own son than her own son. After being separated for a long time, she naturally misses her.Even so, she did not lose her sense of propriety, and first bowed down and saluted: "I have met Mr. Rong in person."

"Nurse, get up!" Liang Rong hurried forward, supporting Zhao Yu with both hands.Taking advantage of this opportunity, carefully scrutinized the other party's complexion.Xu Shi was middle-aged, and Zhao Yu's figure was much plump, but her face was rosy and shiny, and she didn't look thin and tired due to official duties.

Slightly relieved, Liang Rong asked, "How is the wet nurse? How is the family? Is Brother Xi not there?"

"It's all good." Zhao Yu smiled and held Liang Rong's little hand, "Xi'er has just entered the county school and is busy with her studies these days. Why did Mr. Rong come back alone?"

"Father asked me to inspect on his behalf." Liang Rong explained, leading Zhao Yu to sit at the banquet, "Brother Xi is studying, why didn't he enter the Chongwen Museum? I told my father, and he will definitely agree."

It really doesn't take much to get his son Sun Xi into the Chongwen Museum.But Zhao Yu thought clearly that he had already become the deacon of the workshop, and it was really ostentatious to enter the Chongwen Museum with Liang Rong's son who was born with the same mother.Shangdang County School is also an excellent place to go, so there is no need to worry about it.

However, Zhao Yu would not say this clearly, but just said with a smile: "Xie'er is young, it's better to be by my side."

Hearing this, Liang Rong's expression darkened: "Actually, the wet nurse can go to Jinyang with me. Now that the workshop is busy, why should the wet nurse worry about it?"

This is not the first time Liang Rong has said this.Zhao Yu immediately replaced Su Rong: "Meng County has a lot of public trust, how can Zhao Yu be avoided lightly? Besides, there is a long-established rule in the workshop, and there is a suggestion from the secretary. I only deal with some account books and documents, so you don't have to worry about it."

The workshop is now under the control of Sigong, the general development is under the full control of Jinyang, and the details are divided into various principals.Zhao Yu is more like a Cao official, only responsible for compiling, supervising, and uploading.When Liang Feng appointed her before, he left behind two confidant maids, Cang Lan and Cai Wei.These two people have worked in the study for a long time, and they are seasoned, which is also a great help to Zhao Yu.

However, Zhao Yu knew very well that he was able to climb to this position only because there was a shortage of people in the mansion.Otherwise, as a wet nurse, she would not be able to get such reuse anyway.Should he return to Liang Rong's side and enjoy a false name, or stay in Shangdang and hold an important position?She can tell the difference naturally.

Seeing that Zhao Yu was so determined, Liang Rong couldn't persuade him any more, and he could only get: "If the nurse has any difficulties, you can write to me. The nurse and I have the kindness of nurturing, and Rong'er will always remember it in his heart."

Zhao Yu responded with a smile, but she didn't have the slightest intention to act recklessly by relying on her status.She is in such a position, there are many people staring at her, and being cautious is the way of life.It is impossible to change the relationship between myself and Liang Rong. How can I squander this rare friendship?Only when her son becomes talented and takes her place, will her lineage leap forward, instead of just enjoying the glory for a short life.

The relationship was already close, and it was rare to see each other. The two chatted for a long time before Zhao Yu ordered someone to fetch the account books of the workshop.Liang Rong still remembered his responsibilities, and still checked carefully.Finding that there are no gaps, my heart is also relieved.However, Zhao Yu never neglected, and personally led Liang Rong to the workshop below to observe.

Similarly, Guo Jiao would not let go of this rare opportunity, and kept silent on the sidelines frequently, and even took advantage of the county school's autumn exam to ask Liang Rong to revisit his old place.If it wasn't for Gaodu being on the front line, it wouldn't be considered safe, and maybe he wanted to accompany him to the vicinity of the Liang Mansion.

Therefore, during this month, Liang Rong became busy like never before.I met a lot of people, saw a lot of things, and learned a lot of things that I had never heard of.He did not return to Jinyang with the team until the autumn harvest was completely over.

After walking for more than a month, Liang Rong couldn't hold back his thoughts when he saw his father again, and ran to his side, "Father!"

Liang Feng looked at the other person's small face with a smile: "I lost some weight. How was your trip?"

"Fortunately, I didn't disgrace my life!" Liang Rong replied quite proudly, "I went to many places and checked them all. The Shangdang government is well-organized, and the harvest this year is excellent, and the people live in peace."

These are all predictable, Liang Feng did not ask in detail, but instead asked: "How many death row prisoners are there? Have you ever found any unjust cases?"

"Ah?" Liang Rong was stunned.Isn't this going for the autumn harvest?death row?No one mentioned it to him!

"What about disasters? Insects, frost, drought, waterlogging. Where is the production reduction? Where is the reduction?" Liang Feng then asked.

"I... I didn't check..." Sweat dripped from Liang Rong's forehead.He only inquired about the growth of people and acres, making sure that the counties are ready for the autumn harvest, and also asked about taxation.But down to the reduction of production and death?No one mentioned it to him!

"Then what about the performance of the officials and scholars you met?" Liang Feng didn't reprimand, but changed the subject instead.

"Nurses are the most conscientious. The documents and accounts are very detailed, and there are no mistakes in the workshop. Guo Neishi's official affairs are capable and there are no omissions. There are also a few scholars in the county school who are very good at poetry and riding skills. For cleverness. I wrote down their names." Liang Rong really put his heart into it, and answered carefully.

Upon hearing this, Liang Feng laughed: "Why did you talk about Zhao Yu first, and then mention Guo Jiao?"

Liang Rong blushed: "Nurse treats me kindly and fulfills her duties, so I will mention it first. As for Guo Neishi... I always feel that he is a bit flattering..."

"Did you think Guo Jiao was a flatterer before?" Liang Feng asked back.

"Not like." Liang Rong answered quickly this time.

"Is Zhao Yu treating you the same as before?" Liang Feng asked again.

"It seems a little different?" Liang Rong thought about it for a long time before sighing, "Maybe it's because I've grown up, and my wet nurse doesn't treat me as intimately as when I was young."

"But it's a lot of respect?" Liang Feng smiled.

After thinking for a moment, Liang Rong had no choice but to nod and said: "How does father know?"

"Because of your status on this trip." Liang Feng stopped playing tricks and revealed the answer, "In the past, you were just the youngest son who followed me. But this time, you are going to Shangdang to inspect government affairs for me. The only son of the Duke How do you think others will react when you start to get involved with middle school affairs?"

This was something Liang Rong had never thought about: "But, but I'm not yet ten years old..."

"Age is not important, what matters is what you represent." Liang Feng said patiently, "You are my only son and the only heir to this big family business. Wait ten years, twenty years later, all these people will be Your subordinates and subordinates look up to you. How do you treat a person who can decide his own family and life with a single word? No amount of flattery is too much!"

As if piercing through the barrier with a finger, Liang Rong suddenly realized why Guo Jiao had such a change.Perhaps in front of his father, this Nei Shi has always been so humble and humble, wishing to be willing to be a cow and a horse.It's just that this face has never been shown in front of him.

"And those who are smarter will use other ways to please you." Liang Feng continued, "It may be old love, or childhood friendship. They may even do what they like and take the opportunity to show it. If it can be exchanged for you If you think about it for a moment, there will be endless benefits. And these are just for you to say something in front of me. Now that is the case, when you are in power, how will they go to great lengths?"

Liang Rong couldn't sit still anymore. He found that the people he remembered might not be a coincidence, but he seized the opportunity and deliberately made it for himself.What about the wet nurse?He didn't feel that the wet nurse treated him with hypocrisy!

"Could it be that no one will treat me sincerely again?" Liang Rong couldn't help raising his voice.

"Sincerely there will be, but it is slightly different from what you imagined. It is loyalty, respect, and love, but their identities are different after all." Liang Feng paused, "The king of the county is called an orphan, and the emperor is called a widow, but that is the case. "

If the bell rang in his ears, Liang Rong understood the deep meaning of his father's words.What is a lonely family?But the identity is different.No one would want to be friends with the Son of Heaven.To be loyal to one's duty is the duty of a minister.And this will accompany you for the rest of your life.The close teacher and favorite playmate in childhood will eventually become a clear-cut monarch and minister.It cannot be indulged, nor can it be presumptuous.

At this moment, the chill filled the air, as if it was about to freeze his bone marrow: "That kid, can you still trust those people?"

"Yes." Like a pickaxe breaking through the ice, Liang Feng replied decisively, "Not only can you believe, but you can also love and pamper you. It's just that you have to learn to distinguish. Who treats you with sincerity and devotion to duty? Who treats you with sincerity? Love is poured into this life. And you can't confuse the two. The trust of the former court and the love of the back house must each perform their own duties. Just like Wei Linggong who shared the peach."

Wei Ling's moral conduct is not good, but he has never let his favored people mess up state affairs.This alone is better than countless kings.

Liang Rong hesitated for a moment, then said softly: "What about the flattering ones? Just like Guo Jiao..."

Liang Feng snorted: "Nine out of ten people you will come into contact with in the future will flatter you. They will use various methods to sing praises and please you. What you can hear are all auspicious omens, Just like any wise ruler who governs the world, every year the weather is good and the crops are plentiful. Guo Jiao’s wrist is just a little shallow, so what’s the difference from others?”

Liang Rong was speechless.That's right, he stayed in Shangdang for a month and didn't find anything wrong.But is Shangdang really stable?I'm afraid not necessarily.

"However, you don't have to be too repulsive about these. The most important thing is to watch his actions. Guo Jiao is a competent internal historian, and that's enough. If you can meet a courtier who dares to speak out and report his shortcomings, you can't alienate him Those who have the courage to speak so bluntly are more credible than those who speak eloquently..."

Looking at Liang Rong's little face that was about to wrinkle together, Liang Feng stopped, stretched out his arms and hugged him on his lap: "These may be too difficult and cold for you. But you don't have to worry too much. People are not grass and trees, how can they be ruthless? Pro-virtuous officials, far-off villains, it’s easy to say, but who doesn’t want to hear good things and have a good time? At that time, you can still do whatever you want. Just like Linggong, just like Han Wu. As long as you don’t forget, what is on your shoulders.”

Leaning in his father's warm arms, Liang Rong's tense heart relaxed slightly.No matter how difficult the road ahead is, he still has his father.And this person, as always, will clear the fog for himself and light up the bright lights.

Father will be with General Yi, is it also because of this?Because of General Yi, can father be happy?

With such a heavy burden on your shoulders, why should you care about those little things...

Liang Rong moved, and cuddled tightly in his arms: "Father still has me."

Liang Feng was startled, and couldn't help laughing: "That's right, as a father, there is Rong'er, and Rong'er also has a father."

As long as there is this kind of warmth, what is the hardship besides it?