Chapter 4: Conspiracy

Old Master Gu sat in the grand master's chair, occupying the foremost seat, his expression appearing somewhat serious

Otherwise, the entire family of generals will suffer great losses in the future

This matter is significant, and it also involves the greatest struggle between civil and military affairs; naturally, all other matters pale in comparison.

I have always felt that the drowning incident this time was not as simple as it appears on the surface

Let them go read books, it is more painful than cutting flesh

However, this world is not the ancient past; every poem has its own story

To truly establish a powerful aristocracy in a country, the pursuit of knowledge must be held in the highest regard. This reflects the principle that all pursuits are inferior, and only the pursuit of knowledge is supreme.

Understood

If there are some things that should not be hidden inside, then the officials of the capital should not expect to have peace

Father, the Minister of Rites has already agreed to allocate a spot at the Daxia Academy to Nian'er. I hope this matter ends here.

Thus, time passed gradually, and in the blink of an eye, it was the following day

After Uncle Liu left, Gu Jinnian sat alone under the tree for a long time, contemplating many matters

As for the residence

Reading and studying are of utmost importance

Regarding the incident of Gu Jinnian drowning, to outsiders, it appears to be mere child’s play; however, in their eyes, the matter is certainly not that simple

In the main hall of the national government office

The Duke, the Marquis, and the Left Vice Minister of the Ministry of Justice wield power that is terrifyingly great

Old Master Gu sat upright in the grand master's chair, appearing frail and aged. The imposing aura between his brows was like a mountain, rendering the two individuals hesitant to speak further

Being a scholar is also acceptable, I am no worse than you, and that is enough for me

The Gu family has reached its third generation and must now develop in the direction of education

Up to this point

It is no exaggeration to say that any one of these three individuals is a towering figure in the Great Xia dynasty

Understood, Father

At this critical juncture, whether it is regarding the Gu family or other valves, it is essential to maintain a low profile. His Majesty is making significant moves, and we must ensure that no mistakes occur.

The three individuals remained silent, rendering the hall exceedingly oppressive

Gu Jin Nian has already released his sixth uncle

What does a direct admission quota to a prestigious academy amount to?

There is only one

Gu Jinnian silently spoke to himself

Three figures slowly took their seats

During this period, it is advisable to remain calm. The matter of the return of the sixth brother is likely already known to others, and I fear that those censors have begun drafting memorials to impeach the sixth brother

Only poetry that is appropriate to the occasion or event can be considered true poetry

It is done, there is no need to mention unnecessary matters

Furthermore, there is no major issue with Jin Nian; if he needs to withdraw, then he should. If there were truly a significant problem with Jin Nian, there would be no need for you to say such things. I am his biological father; how could I possibly let this go easily

However, anyone who has entered the officialdom knows that as long as the country stabilizes, the power of scholars surpasses that of military generals

He did not boldly inquire about certain matters, and given that his sixth uncle had just returned, it is quite normal not to know much.

Of course, Gu Jinnian has also specifically studied Confucianism, Daoism, poetry, and other subjects

One can think carefully; there is probably no one in all of Kyoto who wishes to take their own life

Old Master Gu spoke

Next, let him go to the academy to study diligently. I do not expect him to become a prodigy, but if he can rely on his own abilities to pass the imperial examination, it would still bring honor to our family.

Gu Qianzhou, who is also the father of Gu Jinnian, sits in the first position on the left, his face devoid of any warmth

Or it can be said that some people are aware, but due to their own status, they do not dare to act recklessly

Otherwise, the arrangements made over the years will come to naught

If it were not for Gu Yuan's exceptionally high status, the Gu family would not be able to hold so many high positions

It is necessary to conduct a thorough investigation

On one hand, there is the matter of the ancient tree in the mind, and on the other hand, there is the issue of drowning oneself

Gu Leng's voice sounded somewhat dissatisfied

As the sound fell, before Old Master Gu could respond, Gu Leng's voice rang out first

Is it laughable that after enduring such hardships this year, it is just to be dismissed like this

His own son nearly died; is he not angry?

Otherwise, if one is full and has nothing to do, how about a poem? Is it awkward?

Stop the two from continuing their argument

Upon hearing these words, the two individuals appeared even more serious, as they understood the meaning behind the old man's statement

In the lobby

The third generation heir of the Gu family nearly drowned, and this is no joking matter

Moreover, although Jin Nian is mischievous, he is also intelligent. Master Xu has also said that if Jin Nian could focus his playful thoughts on studying, he could become a successful scholar

The quota of Daxia Academy is indeed precious, but to take a step back, our Gu family does not have the means to pursue education. To outsiders, the direct admission quota is valuable, but in the eyes of our Gu family, what does it really amount to?

Understood

Forget it, let's not think about these things for now. Since we have come this far, we shall make ourselves comfortable.

It is not said that reciting a poem will earn you thunderous applause from the audience

Old Master Gu spoke up and expressed his thoughts

A thorough study of history and the adaptation of poetry according to circumstances is the true path

Currently, if one were to speak of significant events in the entire Great Xia Dynasty

As soon as these words were spoken, Gu Qianzhou could not help but frown slightly

Elder brother, it is not that Fifth Brother is speaking ill of you; after suffering such a great loss this year, you remain indifferent. If it is due to your status, then I shall take care of it myself.

It is the voice of Gu Qianzhou

This matter is indeed a case of the child being spoiled by the family

The two individuals nodded.

At present, there are still many tasks awaiting my attention

The third individual is Gu Leng, the Left Deputy Minister of the Ministry of Justice of the Great Xia, and also the fifth son of the Gu family, seated in the second position on the left

However, the court is currently in great disarray, and every move made by the Gu family is under scrutiny. They cannot gain any advantage and can only endure for the time being

Old Five, the situation itself is a result of Jin Nian's reckless actions. Logically, we have no ground to stand on, and we are facing these Confucian officials, who are inherently difficult to deal with

He is a liberal arts student with extensive research on poetry and literature from previous eras, possessing a solid foundation of hard knowledge; otherwise, he would not have been able to become a renowned screenwriter

Regarding the matter of going to the Daxia Academy, you, as the leader, should pay some attention to it. Although those Confucian officials are not of great significance, if we truly wish to establish ourselves in the Daxia Dynasty, our Gu family really needs an educated person.

However, obtaining a direct admission quota from the Daxia Academy to resolve this enmity is simply impossible

To conquer the land, military generals are in high demand

Gu Qianzhou spoke up, somewhat displeased, as what Gu Leng said seemed to imply that he did not care for his own son

Recover lost territory

Since her time travel, Gu Jinnian has been continuously reading, primarily focusing on historical texts, as well as some miscellaneous books of curiosities.

At this point, Old Master Gu paused for a moment, and then continued to add.

Of course, the main reason for the anger still lies in Gu Leng's earlier remark

The presence of the ancient tree made it somewhat difficult for Gu Jinnian to make a judgment

The Daxia Academy has dozens of great scholars nurturing education. If in this prosperous time I study diligently, who knows, perhaps my Gu family will produce a prodigy

This is an unavoidable situation; the bloodline of the Gu family consists of warriors, and none of the family members have the slightest interest in studying. When it comes to going to battle, each one is more excited than the last

Just as the two were about to engage in a quarrel, Old Master Gu slowly spoke up

In a time of peace and prosperity, civil officials are in high demand

It is just that no one realized that they had already taken the item for themselves

Old Master Gu said very seriously

Gu Jinnian suspected that someone wanted to harm him

Thereafter, nothing more was said

However, Gu Jinnian also knew that such occurrences as a white rainbow piercing the sun would certainly attract attention in the capital.

It is done

Eldest, Fifth, please investigate discreetly, especially you, Eldest. Jin Nian is your son, and there are rumors circulating outside that Nian's character is questionable. The situation is not as simple as it seems; conduct a thorough investigation in secret.

If it is indeed true that the young ones are ignorant, the family is not unreasonable either. Once Your Majesty has established the national policy, we can then turn our attention to dealing with this group of people

The two of them nodded in unison

The child is indeed clever, but it is also our fault for being too indulgent, allowing him to act recklessly

Old Master Gu said with some helplessness

As he continued speaking, his tone became cold

He knows that the entire Gu family dotes on him, their son, and he is also aware that his fifth brother is helping Gu Jinnian, but there are many things that cannot be clearly explained

On what basis do you think your son is not doing well in his studies

As for the matters concerning Jin Nian, it is sufficient for you to be aware of them.

That is about the matter of drowning oneself

He always feels that something is amiss, but after thinking for a long time, he cannot figure out the reason.

There is one more thing