Adhere to the gentleman's principles

Chapter 182 Time is not forgiving

Hearing this, Xu Gong's face changed slightly, but he soon regained his composure. He slowly took out the jade from his waist and explained, "Humph! You are a sharp-eyed kid. Yes, this is what Miss Wen accidentally left behind when she came to visit the mansion with her father Wen Yuanzheng.

I will return it to Master Zheng of the Academy of Literature when I attend the morning court tomorrow." After saying this, he took the jade pendant in his hand and examined it carefully.

Seeing this, Xu Wenhe nodded repeatedly to show his conviction. Then he said, "Okay, okay, if that's the case, then you can continue drinking. I'll take my leave and go to rest." After that, he turned and left.

Xu Gong suddenly stopped Xu Wenhe who was about to leave and said, "Wait, Zi Yan is going to Jingzhou to investigate a case this time, you should go with him."

Hearing his father's words, Xu Wenhe asked in surprise: "Me?"

Xu Gong nodded and explained, "Yes, it's you. You and Zi Yan grew up together and have a tacit understanding with each other. If you two work together, the efficiency will definitely be higher. And you have Qin Zhuoyuan with you, who is as smart and thoughtful as Zi Yan.

But he has Lu Wu's help. When Zi Yan arrives in Jingzhou, he will have to concentrate on investigating the case and dealing with the cunning officials in Jingzhou. I'm afraid it will be difficult for him to spare the energy to deal with Qin Zhuoyuan. Therefore, you and Zhou Aoyang will stay with Zi Yan and become his right-hand men. "

"Well, that's a good idea." Xu Wenhe nodded thoughtfully in agreement.

Then, Xu Wenhe asked curiously: "But Dad, Qin Zhuoyuan grew up playing with us when he was a child, but why do I always feel that he likes to go against us now?"

Xu Gong slowly finished the tea in the cup, then walked up to Xu Wenhe and said earnestly: "My child, you only need to remember one sentence, 'If a man does not work for himself, he will be punished by heaven and earth.' Everyone has his own pursuits and interests, and you have made different choices. Just insist on being yourself and having a clear conscience, that's enough."

Then he went into the house. Xu Gong thought: How could he not hate his own father for marrying a concubine when he was only six years old? It's just that this child's character is not very strong.

To the east of Linhai, there is a city called Qingzhou. In this city, there is a magnificent mansion - Zhendong Marquis Mansion.

On this day, a burst of laughter came from the Zhendong Marquis's mansion. It turned out that Meng Jingde from Yizhou was chatting with Xu Chongjing. Meng Jingde said with emotion: "Qingzhou is really a good place! It has beautiful mountains and clear waters, and outstanding people."

After hearing this, Xu Chongjing joked, "Hey, you were living well in Yizhou, why did you suddenly come to Qingzhou? Is it possible that your family has run out of money? Hahahahaha..."

Meng Jingde shook his head quickly and said with a smile: "No, no, I came here just to see if you, old man, are still alive. Now we are really relatives. It would be great if my granddaughter could marry your grandson!"

Xu Chongjing also laughed and said, "You are quite free."

The two smiled at each other, and then fell silent again. After a while, Meng Jingde slowly spoke: "We are all old now, and we can only live one day at a time." There was a hint of helplessness and sadness in his tone.

Xu Chongjing nodded in agreement. He sighed and said, "Yes, time flies and years are unforgiving. But fortunately, the children have grown up and we can rest assured."

At this moment, a bird flew across the sky, making a clear cry. Meng Jingde and Xu Chongjing looked up, with gratified smiles on their faces. Perhaps, in their hearts, the hope for the future is just like this flying bird, free and full of vitality.