Li Yuan changed the topic and asked, "Erlang, you have been in Daizhou for such a long time, have you published any new works?"
He liked Du Qi's works very much.
Although there were many new novels published in Xinhua Bookstore, there was no lack of astonishing talent. But these novels were not to Li Yuan's taste, they could only be chatted to pass the time. Li Yuan very much hoped that Du Qi would write a book so that he could enjoy the joy of reading again.
Du Qi shook his head and said, "Your Majesty, there is no new book for the time being. There are many things to do now, there is no time to think about these. En, now that I have returned to Chang 'an, I will be free for the time being, I will try my best to think about it. "
Hearing this, Li Yuan had a look of regret.
It was a pity that Du Qi did not write books.
Li Yuan said, "En, I am waiting for your new book."
Du Qi said, "I will try my best."
Du Qi spoke for a while, then took his leave. After all, he was restrained in the palace. When Du Qi returned to the Du family, he went straight to his own courtyard. Although there were some people left in the Du family's old residence to be responsible for cleaning and so on, without Du Ruhui, the Jeong Clan, and the others, it was a lot more deserted.
Du Qi had lunch at home, rested a little to recover his strength, and left the Du family early in the afternoon to go to Zhao County Prince Li Xiaogong's residence. After returning to Chang 'an, he still had to meet his future father-in-law and mother.
Du Qi went to the Li family's gate to pay his respects. When the gatekeeper saw that it was Du Qi, he led Du Qi inside and went straight to the study. Du Qi saw Li Xiaogong, saluted and said, "This little one Du Qi greets Zhao County Prince."
Li Xiaogong waved his hand, motioning Du Qi to sit, and said, "Erlang, a few days ago, I met Chang 'an County Magistrate Du Chuke about your return to Chang' an. I heard Magistrate Du mention that you came back to worship your ancestors. But you are back, where is Yanyun? "
Obviously, Li Xiaogong was looking forward to Li Yanyun's return.
He had raised his daughter for so long, but after she went to Daizhou in the north, apart from the usual letters to report her safety, there was no other news. Now that it was almost the end of the year and Li Yanyun had not come back, Li Xiaogong was not angry. He just missed her.
Du Qi explained, "Yanyun is currently in Daizhou and is in charge of many commercial matters. Before I left, I asked her if she wanted to go back to Chang 'an. She said she had too many things to do and wouldn't be coming back this year. Yanyun also said that if Commandery Prince Zhao and Princess Consort miss her, they can go to Daizhou to play for a while. "
Hearing this, Li Xiaogong felt his heart ache.
She had raised her daughter for so long, but all of a sudden, the little girl's wings had hardened and she no longer cared about the affairs of the family. Most importantly, this daughter of his had yet to be married off. She was only engaged, but she was no longer returning home.
Li Xiaogong felt sour in his heart.
Li Xiaogong didn't have any other thoughts. Since Li Yanyun didn't come back, he didn't care. He changed the topic and said, "Although you came back this time for the Du family's ancestral worship, there should be some other things besides that."
Du Qi said, "There are some things, mainly business matters. That's why I came back in person. "
Li Xiaogong didn't ask any more questions.
If Du Qi didn't say anything, he couldn't be bothered to ask.
Li Xiaogong and Du Qi talked about the current political situation and urged Du Qi to stay for dinner. After dinner, Du Qi left the Commandery Prince Zhao's Mansion and returned to the Du family.
In the evening, Du Chuke came.
When Du Chuke saw Du Qi, a bright smile appeared on his face. He said excitedly, "Erlang, you're finally back. Now uncle has a lot of things to ask you for advice. "
Du Qi smiled and said, "Don't worry, uncle, you can take your time. Solve things one by one. I'll be able to solve them. "
Du Chuke began to explain.
He said one thing and Du Qi solved one thing.
In Du Chuke's opinion, it was an extremely difficult matter to solve. But for Du Qi, it was easily solved. Du Chuke said one thing after another and many things were solved one by one.
Du Chuke sighed and said with emotion, "Erlang, the position of Chang 'an County Magistrate should be held by you. If you're the Chang 'an County Magistrate, you'll be able to run a clean and honest government. There won't be any unjust or false cases. "
Du Qi shook his head and said, "Uncle, you flatter me. In fact, it's because I'm not involved that I can handle it easily. After all, the onlooker sees more clearly than the person involved. If I'm involved, I'll also be in the same situation as you. Even if I'm the Chang 'an County Magistrate, I might not be able to reach your level. Uncle, you don't have to belittle yourself. "
Du Chuke said, "You sure know how to comfort people."
After a pause, Du Chuke said, "Now that you've come back to worship your ancestors, it shouldn't be just this matter. Apart from that, what else do you have to deal with? "
A trace of surprise flitted across Du Qi's eyes, but he recovered in an instant and said, "Because there are some business matters, I took the opportunity of worshipping my ancestors to deal with them in Chang 'an."
At this moment, Du Qi's heart was on guard.
He was more vigilant.
When he went to see Li Xiaogong, Li Xiaogong asked him what his intentions were. Now that he saw Du Chuke, Du Chuke also asked him what else he had to do besides worshipping his ancestors.
Obviously, both Li Xiaogong and Du Chuke knew that Du Qi must have returned to Chang 'an for something important. In other words, if even Li Xiaogong and Du Chuke knew about it, others must have guessed as well.
Even Li Yuan, Li Jiancheng, and the others might have guessed that at least the Eastern Palace would keep an eye on Du Qi's whereabouts.
Du Qi's actions must be cautious.
He must not reveal any flaws.
Once there was a flaw, it would be extremely difficult to deal with.
Du Chuke saw that Du Qi did not elaborate and did not probe further. For him, he just mentioned it casually and did not have the curiosity to delve into the purpose of Du Qi's return. After Du Chuke finished talking, he did not stay any longer and got up to leave.
Du Qi sat in the study, thinking about his actions in Chang 'an.
He really had to be careful now.
He had to be cautious in everything.
Not long after, the door was pushed open with a creak. It was Liu Zhengxi who entered. Liu Zhengxi bowed to Du Qi and sat down. He said, "Young Master, according to your arrangement, I have inquired about Wang Bei's situation."
Du Qi smiled and said, "Tell me about it!"
Liu Zhengxi said, "Because Wang Bei dealt with the Academy of the Tang dynasty, he was beaten 30 times and has been recuperating. Especially in the cold weather, the wound is not easy to heal. "
"Today, Wang Bei rarely goes to the Eastern Palace to do things. Since Wang Bei was beaten, although Li Jiancheng gave some compensation and Wei Zheng visited him, no one has cared about Wang Bei's situation since then. "
"Especially recently, Wang Bei's wife fell ill not long ago. Even though Wang Bei has a salary, it is meager, causing the family to be quite poor. After all, Wang Bei has a son who is studying and living a difficult life."
Liu Zhengxi said, "No one in the Eastern Palace cares about Wang Bei."
Du Qi was surprised and asked, "Wang Bei did not go to the Crown Prince for help?"
"No!"
Liu Zhengxi shook his head and said, "Wang Bei has some strength of character. At least for now, he has not asked for help from the Eastern Palace. I have investigated the Wang family's situation. The Wang family's situation is not easy to begin with. After all, they have a half-grown son. When this child is growing, he eats more than adults and is studying in Chang 'an. Studying in Chang' an costs a lot. "
"Although Wang Bei is an official in the Eastern Palace, he is only a Rank Seven Deputy and does not have a high salary."
"Wang Bei's salary alone is not enough to feed the family. Therefore, Wang Bei's wife often has to sew clothes for others to supplement the family. Even the family's food and clothing are quite thrifty. "
"Logically speaking, Wang Bei has contributed to the Eastern Palace, but the Eastern Palace does not care."
Liu Zhengxi said with a smile, "Most importantly, after the Eastern Palace abandoned Wang Bei, many officials have no contact with him. It seems that Wang Bei is being marginalized. "
Du Qi said, "That's good!"
If he wanted to rope in Wang Bei, he needed Wang Bei to feel indignant. If Wang Bei was dead set on Li Jiancheng, how could Du Qi rope in Wang Bei and make him work for the King of Qin?
Wang Bei was doing well in the Eastern Palace. If he was valued by Li Jiancheng, he would not betray him.
Liu Zhengxi said, "Young Master, when do you plan to meet Wang Bei?"
Du Qi said, "I just returned to Chang 'an, so my whereabouts will be watched. Whether it is His Majesty, the Crown Prince, or anyone else, they will all be watching me. If I want to meet Wang Bei, I must be careful and not make any mistakes. "
Liu Zhengxi said, "Young Master, I have an idea."
Du Qi said, "Let's hear it!"
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