Coastal City.
In Xie Qian's temporary residence, the family has settled down and is enjoying themselves.
, but Xie Pi still watched the government in the Ministry of Rites, and officially entered the court.
Xie Qian received a letter from the capital that day, and his expression was not good all day long. It was not until dinner, when Xie Zheng returned home and heard about his father's reaction, that he came to his temporary study... ...a small-looking house.
The room is filled with books, but unlike before where they were all books by sages, this time Xie Qian’s study has many more practical books, some written by Zhang Zhou, and some almost Notes on reading.
"Father." Xie Zheng stood at the door, not daring to go inside.
Xie Qian said: "Dazhong, it's none of your business. My father just wants to have some peace and quiet."
Xie Zheng didn't listen to him. He walked in and said, "Listen He said that my father received a letter today and has been sitting at home. Today is supposed to be your day of rest, so I shouldn’t ask too many questions, but if you have anything to do, you can tell me and I can share your worries with you. "< /p>
"You don't understand." Xie Qian said, "There is some trouble in the capital. The imperial court wants to strictly investigate the treasury deficit in the past few years. It was started by the mine inspection. There have been many dynasties. Those who are convicted will soon be convicted, and some will have their homes confiscated and even be sent here."
Hearing this, Xie Zheng nodded and said, "Father is right to care about the country and the people. Is my father afraid that someone will be wronged?"
In fact, Xie Zheng couldn't see through it.
Our family is like this. You yourself are guilty and are being reformed here. If others are corrupt and bend the law, you let the court investigate. What does this have to do with us?
Xie Qian sighed: "I'm not afraid of being unjustly imprisoned, because when I was in court, I knew that many things had happened, but I didn't have time to stop them."
"Huh?"
This time Xie Zheng was in trouble.
Xie Qian handed the letter spread out on the table to Xie Zheng to read. Xie Zheng scanned it roughly and seemed to understand his father's troubles.
Although Xie Qian is no longer in the core power class, and the people who wrote to him were not Liu Jian and Li Dongyang, or even officials above the rank of minister, but just a former disciple of Xie Qian, the words still read between the lines. Regarding Xie Qian as the leader of the civil servants of the dynasty was to let Xie Qian come out to "rectify chaos."
Of course, in their view, the so-called chaos is not people who are corrupt and bend the law, but people who come out to "make trouble."
"Father, this matter has nothing to do with you." Xie Zheng said after reading, "You are no longer in Beijing. Even if you want to come forward to help, it is impossible to do so. Besides, this kind of thing , why are we looking for you?”
Xie Qian said: “Maybe it’s because there were many things in the Cabinet Department and the Ministry of Works.I handled them all, and I know many people well. They want me to come out and redress their grievances. ”
Xie Zhengdao: “Are any of the people under investigation now unjustly accused? "
This time Xie Qian shook his head helplessly: "Although I don't know what they have done yet, I can imagine that if I investigate the case without getting involved with any emotions, I will also Start with these people. Many of them are very extravagant in Beijing, and they are also good at sociability when visiting people.
Xie Zhengdao: "That's it. You have no obligation to protect them now, and you have no ability. You are just an outsider." What's more, we can't take care of our own affairs, so how can we care about them? Father, there are rumors in the city recently that the fleet going to sea will come back within the next month or two, and this year’s autumn grain will soon be put into storage. It is a busy time for business, so you can’t..."
“That’s okay. "
Xie Qian seemed to be relieved at last and sighed, "I am not capable and can't help them, so I won't think about these things anymore. Too much effort. Dazhong, speaking of which, I am still a little hungry. ”
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Xie Qian finally let go and had a meal with his son.
No Outsiders.
The father and son ate very well. After eating, the family helped them clean up the dishes.
“I sent someone over, who usually helps in the kitchen. Be careful, there isn't much going on in the backyard, which is nice. "Xie Zheng was a little happy when he said this.
After settling down in Binhai City, it seems that it doesn't matter whether he is guilty or not.
Everyone in the family is together. , except for the second brother who is seeking an official position in Beijing, the younger brother was also adopted. Now the family is in harmony and has found a feeling of home in Binhai City.
In the past, Xie Qian rarely lived in the same house. Back home, it is difficult to take care of the family when he is in a high position. Now, although Xie Qian is still working, it is more like taking care of his old age. After all, Xie Qian is no longer a front-line person, but a person with no official character and an official position. Being in charge, I can take two days off every ten days, and Xie Zheng's errands in Binhai City are on track, and he has even started to get involved in some core affairs.
As the father and son's positions have been promoted, Binhai City has also assigned them a Lifu and a mother-in-law. There are people in the house to help take care of the family, and their small life has begun to feel more comfortable.
Xie Qiandao. : "Do you think it's good here? ”
At this time, Xie Qian was holding a tea bowl in his hand. He himself felt very relaxed, but he felt that he should be the type of person who cares about the country and the people and should not live a relaxed life.
Xie Zhengdao: "In Binhai City, there are many positions that the imperial court does not have, and there are very few people with official titles. But in fact, what they have to do is for the country and the people. Here it is like It’s a health center. My father has been here for almost a year. Don’t you feel the changes here? "
"There are some changes..."
Xie Qian sighed, "NowWhen I went out for a walk, I found that it was very different from when I first came here. At that time, I felt that this place was very much like an illusory city. Now it looks...even more illusory.
Xie Zheng smiled and poured tea for his father: "Father can also feel the changes here. Everyone here is full of energy." Today I went to the port for business. After walking around, I saw the newly built big ship... Dad, guess what? I saw ships made of steel. "
"What? Xie Qian frowned and said, "A ship made of iron?" Can... float? ”
Xie Zhengdao: “It’s the same as an ordinary ship. The hull is just an outer layer. It is said to be welded with something. I don’t know the specific reason, but it must be stronger than wooden ones.” A lot. It also seems to be more durable at sea. ”
“That’s true. Xie Qian sighed, "I'm old and I don't understand many things." ”
“It’s not that you don’t understand, father, it’s that no one in the world understands. Even the experienced shipbuilders of the Ming Dynasty have never been exposed to this kind of ship before. A ship is entirely made of steel. It is made with a layer of so-called paint on the outside, which is said to slow down rust. After the ship is put into the sea, it will be stronger and more durable. You can even build some artillery on the ship and carry more weight. ”
Xie was talking about his findings.
Xie Qian listened with waning interest. It was obvious that at his age, he had lost interest in new things.< /p>
I have been a conservative person all my life. Even after more than half a year of ups and downs, it is difficult to change my mentality.
"How are you doing at home? Why haven't you seen Junnu's child these days? "Xie Qian is now somewhat concerned about his children and grandchildren.
But he has not seen his granddaughter for many days.
Xie Zhengdao: "Didn't you tell your father? Currently living on campus. The girls' school has recently added courses. But I heard... Oh! "
"Is there anything you can't say? "Xie Qian frowned, feeling that his son had something to hide from him.
Xie Zheng sighed: "Actually, it's nothing. Uncle Zheng brought his sister to Binhai City, and she was also in the city recently. "
"What is he here for? Xie Qian frowned and said, "Is this arranged by Binzhi?" "
"Probably not. "Xie Zhengdao said, "Brother and sister Zhengbo have always kept a low profile when they came to Binhai City. It is said that they came with a study tour group, and many young people came together. There are those who promote the study of mind and hold classes in the city to teach apprentices, while others come here to do things. The city is recruiting people every day, especially scholars. As long as there are more open-minded people, there will be errands to do in Binhai City. The salary is quite large. "
"Huh? ”
Xie Qian frowned.
The arrival of brothers and sisters Li Zhaoxian and Li Ju made Xie Qian feel that things were not that simple.
Because he was familiar with Li Dongyang’s character, It is impossible for Li Dongyang to allow his children to come to a place like Binhai City or even participate in the construction of Binhai City while still holding a high position.
In Li Dongyang's view, Binhai City is full of aliens... Even after he moved to Binhai City, Li Dongyang never sent him a letter.
Of course he knew that Li Dongyang was avoiding suspicion, but he also knew that Li Dongyang also looked down on the people here, even if he was Xie Qian.
Xie Zhengdao: "I have also seen young scholars come here as errands, but from what I have seen, even if they have studied the articles of saints and sages, it is still very difficult for them to really integrate into this place. Therefore. Many people don't stay here long. If they don't know how to learn and can't adapt to the skills used here, they will leave after about a month or two."
Xie Qian sighed: "They can't stand it. "Hard work."
Xie Zheng smiled and shook his head: "It's not hard to do things here. The really hard things are done by others, just like your father. Do you think your job is hard?" "
"Okay." Xie Qian stretched out his hand to interrupt his son, "Those two girls used to meet each other often, but it's okay to meet each other now. It's just that there is a huge difference in status and status. Don't let your slave be wronged."
Xie Zhengdao: "No, the girl from the Li family is kind to others, and she sincerely takes care of her."
"Yes. "Xie Qian nodded and said, "Even if Junnu comes back more, what kind of girls' school... I still can't worry. The most important thing is that the family is together. I don't expect Junnu to come out to support the family in the future. She should still do what she should do. , It’s good to learn something. I will still be a wife and a mother in the future. The descendants of my Xie family cannot be gossiped about.”
Xie Zheng nodded and said, “Don’t worry, father, I understand all this. I won’t let the girl suffer.”
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Zhang Zhou first stopped by the iron mine in Yongping Prefecture. Then we went to Binhai City.
When we arrived at Binhai City, it was already the eighth day of September, and the Double Ninth Festival was about to begin.
In this era, the Double Ninth Festival is a very important festival, and on the day he entered the city, Ning Tong and Huang Zhao came out to greet him. He entered the city in a carriage with Ning Tong.
He entered the city relatively low-key and did not tell outsiders. The first thing he did after entering the city was to go to the port. There were new drawings there that needed to be modified, and Zhang Zhou came this time. He just takes the opportunity to solve the trouble. After all, others are usually in the capital. Whatever happens here, only he, the chief planner, knows how to correct it.
And many things require his personal supervision before they can be completed.
Inside the shipyard.
Shipbuilding engineer Gong Yeping appeared in front of Zhang Zhou wearing a huge helmet.
This friend who once met when Zhang Zhou was transferred to Nanjing and Zhu Houzhao went south has now grown into an important backbone of the shipyard. Among the three brothers Gong Yeping, Hu Feng and Sun Che, he developed best. of.
Only he was exposed to the actual technical aspects, and gradually moved from the technical aspects to the backbone of management, while the other two... were average.
"Sir, the newly built steel ship has been launched into the water, but it encountered many problems after being launched into the water. The craftsmen are still repairing it overnight, and some have not slept for several days and nights."
"There are also those kinds of water pumps, which are not human-powered. The ones used to boil water are prone to air leakage. They need to be overhauled after a few days of use."
"Look at this again. According to the drawing, something went wrong during the smelting. The temperature was too high and there were impurities in the molten iron that couldn’t be removed. There might be something wrong with the previous batch of mines."
...
Gong Yeping finally found someone who could solve the problem and told Zhang Zhou all the problems at hand.
At this time, Zhang Zhou could only leave Ning Tong aside.
Then Zhang Zhou and Gong Yeping boarded the ship to inspect the scene.
Huang Zhao stood at the port, watching the sunset. She seemed to be very emotional, but she did not dare to express too much in front of Ning Tong, because she knew very well that no matter what, the woman in front of her would She is a little mistress and is easily spoiled by others.
"Hello."
Ning Tong walked over and said hello, "I haven't seen you in the past few days, and you didn't send me the account book I asked you to show me."< /p>
"Yes... I forgot." Mrs. Huang Zhao quickly apologized, "I will send it to you later."
"Don't be so polite." Ning Tong said, " I haven't paid much attention to business matters recently, and my days have been a bit leisurely." Huang Zhao said: "You have a noble person who needs to accompany you, and I will tell you this. Ning Tong's usual task is to relax with Concubine Xian. Of course, Concubine Xian cannot go out casually. She usually raises her baby peacefully in the palace.
Now Concubine Xian is seven or eight months pregnant, and she is very pregnant. It was almost time to give birth.
Ning Tong smiled and said: "You are so capable, you should have a bright future in the future, I don't know why he didn't accept you earlier. ”
“I dare not have any delusions.” "Huang Zhao said hurriedly.
"That's fine. Ning Tong said, "If you have time, come over to my place. It's too boring where you usually live. It would be nice to just eat and talk together." Doing so many things all the time...so tiring. ”
At this time, Ning Tong truly felt the joy of being a woman. It was a life that was peaceful, seemed promising, but seemed too comfortable.
For her, she seems to be very content.
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