Zhou Shuren stood up straight. "Mr. Wen's eldest grandson is very capable, tenacious, and diligent. In my eyes, Mr. Wen's eldest grandson is very suitable. As for the fourth son Wen, he is the top scholar, so there is no need to say more about his ability."
The other ministers in the hall only felt that Zhou Shuren's words were ironic. There was indeed no need to say much about the Fourth Master Wen, but the eldest grandson of Old Master Wen was very mediocre, and his current official position was also an idle one.
The only thing that stands out is his family background. As for his perseverance, that’s just a joke.
The emperor was at a loss for words. Old Master Wen's face flushed and his voice was gloomy, "The capital knows that Marquis Zhou can teach children, so why doesn't he recommend his own grandson?"
Zhou Shuren had a look on his face that said, "Don't take it seriously. Those are just rumors. If I'm really that powerful, why haven't I trained a top scholar?"
Elder Wen's face darkened, "Your family has three runner-ups."
Zhou Shuren, "That's not the top scholar either."
Old Master Wen knew that Zhou Shuren was a vengeful person. This old fox guessed that it was his work, but he did not expect that Zhou Shuren would target his grandson right away. Both of them were grandsons of the eldest house. One was the eldest grandson, even if he was mediocre, he was still the eldest grandson, and the other was his continuation.
Elder Wen gritted his teeth and said, "Wen Rong and the other two are still young and not qualified for such an important mission."
This was not an easy job, it was thankless, and he would have to suffer in a remote area. He was also afraid. Once he left the capital, who knew what Zhou Shuren would do. He suddenly regretted attacking the child first. Now it was impossible for him to stop and return to the way things were before.
Zhou Shuren smiled, "Sir, don't be modest. The number one scholar must be capable. Although your eldest grandson is just an extra, don't worry. As long as the number one scholar is here, he will definitely do a good job."
Your Majesty, "..."
Ministers, "... "
I just praised the Wen family’s eldest grandson for his good character!
Elder Wen raised his hand, "You."
Zhou Shuren's eyes were cold. Don't hit the child. It's better for everyone to restrain each other. You should never hit the child.
"Master Wen is very excited. The whole country is short of food now. Last year, Master Wen took the lead in donating food. I admired him very much. I think Master Wen doesn't want to see the people starve to death. Reclaiming wasteland and planting crops is a major event that benefits the people. Master, don't be modest. Your grandson will definitely be able to do it."
Lord Qi and the others looked at each other and thought Zhou Shuren was a madman. Lord Qi took a deep breath. The Qi family and the Wen family were relatives and had been one for a long time. He stood up and said, "Lord Zhou is wrong. It is better to find someone who knows farming to be responsible for the reclamation and farming, so as to avoid having no harvest and wasting a year."
Zhou Shuren looked up at Lord Qi and said, "Lord Qi is right. I remember that Lord Qi's youngest son has grown a lot of flowers and plants, which shows that he is knowledgeable. I recommend Lord Qi's youngest son to assist him."
Lord Qi was stunned for a moment. What was the connection between his son's love of flowers and plants and growing crops
Zhou Shuren glanced at the other people out of the corner of his eyes, as if he would bite anyone who dared to speak. If he didn't show his power, his grandson would be in danger in the future.
The emperor was fiddling with the beads. The Wen family had angered Zhou Shuren. Among the several branches of the Wen family, the second branch had been ruined, and now only the first branch had a future.
The emperor touched the memorial. The prisoners were reclaiming wasteland and planting crops. Zhou Shuren came up with methods and suggestions. He glanced at Lord Wen. He hoped that the two families would check and balance each other instead of fighting to the death. Zhou Shuren had something in mind that would benefit the country and the people.
Zhou Shuren’s behavior today also made him realize that when Zhou Shuren goes crazy, he dares to think of anything.
Lord Qi wanted to speak more. He loved his youngest son the most because he looked like him.
The emperor spoke first, "The task of opening up wasteland is indeed a training for Wen He, and he should make some achievements in these years. Then it is settled. Wen He will be responsible for opening up wasteland, and Qi Li will assist him."
Elder Wen: "Your Majesty."
"Okay, that's settled."
Zhou Shuren looked on indifferently. The royal family was the most interested. He took out something that was enough to impress the emperor, and the emperor was on his side, but the emperor also knew his limits and only gave up Wen He. As for the Qi family, the emperor had long wanted to deal with the Qi family. The Qi family followed the Wen family's lead in everything and forgot that they should be loyal to the emperor.
The other officials watched a big show. They had some thoughts about Marquis Zhou, but they were scared this time. A normal person would have retaliated secretly, but Marquis Zhou did not take the usual approach and confronted them head-on. He said, "You understand my grandson, and I understand your most important grandson." He was like a madman.
Old Master Wen was so angry that he wanted to vomit blood. He met Zhou Shuren's cold eyes and his pupils shrank. He finally realized that Zhou Shuren had always made trouble for the Wen family in the past. Even when the Wen family made things difficult for Zhou Shuren's sons, Zhou Shuren remained calm. Now Zhou Shuren showed his teeth.
There were other political affairs to discuss, but everyone had their own thoughts. In the end, Zhou Shuren stayed behind, and the emperor wanted to discuss the memorials.
At Zhou's house, Zhulan asked Rong Enqing, "When did you go to the orphanage?"
Rong Enqing, "We went to the orphanage the day before yesterday. Yao Yao went there to worship Buddha. We passed by and went to take a look."
"So you think it's good, you want to go teach the kids?"
Rong Enqing had passed the imperial examination and could be considered half a student of Shu Ren, so he had both knowledge and vision.
Rong Enqing nodded, "Yes, I have nothing to do all day, so I want to teach the children."
"Why don't you go to the Royal Orphanage? You can teach there too."
Rong Enqing smiled and said, "The Royal Orphanage is not short of people."
Everyone can see that the Royal Orphanage belongs to the royal family. There are too many people going there to teach for free, and he doesn't want to get involved.
Zhulan, "I welcome you to teach in a private orphanage."
Rong Enqing was delighted. He was now a rich and idle man, and he had gotten used to it over time. But when he saw the children reading, his silent heart began to beat again.
Ministry of Rites, Chang Yi ignored Lord Liu beside him and continued to read and study. Lord Liu himself said he was tired, "I don't believe you don't have any ideas. Why are you pretending with me?"
Chang Yi put down the book in his hand and said, "My father said he would take care of it."
As a son, he knew best whether the old man was angry or not, and he was waiting for his father to take action.
Lord Liu, "No wonder you are so calm. If you had told me earlier, I wouldn't have given you any blind advice."
Chang Yi pointed to his head and said, "I have more bad ideas than you."
After his father heard his revenge plan, he had an indescribable expression on his face. He didn't want to recall it. His father said it was too low-level and would not cause any substantial harm. It would also lower his own standards and make people look down on him, and would not serve as any warning.
At this time, Changyi's servant came in and told the news that had spread in the capital.
Chang Yi, "My dad is still the best."
Lord Liu, "..."
What a ruthless guy, every strike is fatal, wow!
Chang Yi was happy, "So what? My father is always ruthless when he strikes."
Lord Liu nodded dumbly, "Marquis Zhou is not to be provoked."