hotmtlnovel Chapter 88: When you don't scheme against others, it's pretty good
Chapter 88: When you don't scheme against others, it's pretty good
When they returned to the mansion, the time was just right. A little while after Jiang Youzhen arrived, Lord Lin left the government office and came to the backyard.
"I'm sorry, I'm really busy with official duties and have been slow to treat you all."
As soon as Lin Jiuan arrived, he bowed to everyone and apologized with an extremely humble attitude.
He has an elegant appearance, is about forty years old, and looks like a scholar.
"Lord Lin is busy with official duties, and we have to bother him. We should be the ones to be sorry. You are too polite."
The Fourth Master nodded, then invited Lin Jiuan to sit at the head of the table.
Lin Jiuan was startled. He knew the Fourth Master's true identity, so how could he dare to sit at the head? He quickly declined.
"It is such an honor for me that Fourth Master can stay at my humble abode. How can I say that I am bothering you? Fourth Master, please don't embarrass me. Please take a seat!"
Lin Jiuan was sweating. After meeting him for the past few days, he knew that this Fourth Master appeared gentle and kind on the outside, but was actually very cunning.
If he really looked calm and indifferent, how could he still be standing today? The other princes would have eaten him till there was nothing left.
The princes always perform the coming-of-age ceremony in advance. If the emperor has no intention of bestowing the throne on them, he will also grant them fiefdoms and let the princes live their own lives there.
However, the Fourth Prince is seventeen years old this year, and he has not yet had his coming-of-age ceremony. He has only been given a courtesy name and is called that privately, so he still lives in the Fourth Prince’s Mansion in the capital.
Being granted a courtesy name in advance is already a special honor. The Fourth Prince's mother, Concubine Hua, is the eldest daughter of the Renxian Marquis's mansion and has a prominent status, so the Fourth Prince is one of the most popular candidates for the throne.
This is also the reason why the capital's family chose the fourth prince, because the current Inhyeon Hou is the fourth prince's uncle and holds a lot of military power.
Of course, compared to the eldest prince, the son of the Queen, the Fourth Prince's status is still a little bit inferior. But it doesn't matter, at present, the power of Inhyeon Hou is slightly better than that of the Queen's family.
Lin Jiuan's mind had been turning countless circles at this moment. In a flash, he weighed the pros and cons and felt that his family's stance was still correct.
Jiang Youzhen secretly complained: I am the only outsider here, and these people are acting for me? It seems that I am disturbing them, otherwise why would I call you "I" or "Fourth Master"?
You've already called me "Your Highness the Fourth Prince" and "Your humble servant", right? If I had known, I wouldn't have come.
After the three of them exchanged pleasantries, Jiang Youzhen, a small follower, had the honor of being introduced by Tong Huaian.
Jiang Youzhen immediately bowed respectfully. He was the county magistrate and would be in charge of her from now on. She was not a big shot, so she would not be arrogant.
Lord Lin was naturally friendly when facing Jiang Youzhen. After all, Tong Huaian was a favorite of the Fourth Master and had a high status.
Jiang Youzhen was introduced by Tong Huaian. Even though Jiang Youzhen's identity was too humble, Lord Lin did not dare to neglect him.
What's more, Lin Jiuan is a very good at dealing with people. He doesn't talk while eating at the table, but after putting down his chopsticks, he starts to show off his eloquence.
Not only did he praise the Fourth Prince and Tong Huaian, he also praised Jiang Youzhen a few words to save his face.
"Mr. Jiang is so young, but he has such profound attainments in cooking. It's really rare. When I open a restaurant in the future, I must try Mr. Jiang's cooking skills."
Jiang Youzhen was watching the unfinished bear paw being taken away, what a waste! Unexpectedly, Lin Jiuan suddenly mentioned her, and she quickly came back to her senses.
"You're too kind. It's the Fourth Master and Young Master Tong who think highly of me. When the restaurant opens in the future, I hope Lord Lin will come and visit us." Jiang Youzhen quickly stood up and replied.
Lin Jiuan nodded with satisfaction. Of course, he was kind to Jiang Youzhen because of the Fourth Master.
From what I just inquired, this kid is a pawn in the hands of the Fourth Master and Tong Huaian. If you are blind and think highly of yourself, then don't blame yourself for only having face.
"Although Huai'an is young, he is very smart and has a good personality. You will know him after you get to know him more in the future, Lord Lin." The Fourth Master said with a smile.
Lin Jiuan understood immediately. It seemed that the Fourth Master was very optimistic about Jiang Youzhen and wanted him to take good care of him.
"To be appreciated by the Fourth Master, Mr. Jiang must have some outstanding qualities. If you have any difficulties in the future, just come to me."
Jiang Youzhen also got it instantly. Although it was tiring to talk to these people, he still achieved his goal.
"Then I'll have to bother Master Lin!"
What followed was listening to the three of them testing each other. Their questions seemed peaceful and casual, but secretly they were turbulent.
Jiang Youzhen: I ask you, are you tired?
The dinner was sumptuous, but people were not full.
At the dinner table, everyone just took a few bites and then started talking about current affairs. Jiang Youzhen had no choice but to put down his chopsticks. It was such a pity.
It's really not that often that you can eat bear paws. I just tried it, it was such a pity!
While the three were discussing the matter, Jiang Youzhen discovered that Lin Jiuan was also very respectful to Tong Huaian, and it seemed that he knew Tong Huaian's true identity.
"Then I would like to wish the restaurant a prosperous opening in advance." Lord Lin stood up and bowed.
Jiang Youzhen immediately stood up and saluted back. It was finally his turn. He had been a small follower until now and had only said a few words.
Today I have become familiar to Lin Jiuan. This visit was for this purpose, besides signing in.
The meeting is about to end. That's good. I feel bored staying alone.
"I think Young Master Jiang and Lord Lin get along very well!" the Fourth Master suddenly said.
Lin Jiuan was stunned at first, then nodded and said, "Isn't it? This official and Jiang Xiaoyou hit it off right away. If Jiang Xiaoyou has any difficulties in the future, you can come to me, and maybe I can help you a little."
As he spoke, he called out, "Rongfu, go to my study and get me a note."
"From now on, young friend Jiang can come to me at any time with the post."
Lin Jiuan smiled but was puzzled in his heart. He didn't expect that the Fourth Master cared so much about this kid?
Before, he thought that this kid was just a pawn of the Fourth Master and Young Master Tong, and that he only needed to take care of the restaurant in the future. However, he didn't expect the Fourth Master to mention him again and again, so he had to take him seriously.
Jiang Youzhen immediately acted as if he was flattered, "This? This is too much trouble for you, Lord Lin. I am really flattered."
"Hey, you're too polite, Mr. Jiang. The Fourth Master has also seen that we get along well. This is a testimony to our becoming close friends regardless of age difference!"
Jiang Youzhen quickly said, "I don't dare! I don't dare!" and acted extremely honored.
I sighed in my heart, no wonder there is a saying that it is easy to be an official if you have connections in the court! Look! With just one sentence from someone, you have connections!
Otherwise, how could Lin Jiuan know who she was? He didn't even take a look at her.
I glanced at the Fourth Master and found that he was looking at me with a smile on his face.
Well! It's still good when you don't scheme against others!
When he went back, Jiang Youzhen held the post in his arms and his face was full of smiles.
Tong Huaian found Jiang Youzhen's appearance funny when he saw it.
"So happy?"
"That's right! If you have this post, take it out and show it to me whenever you run into trouble. I'll see who dares not to give me face."
Jiang Youzhen giggled, but she was just saying that and it was impossible for her to really take it out.