This morning, a customer walked into the Lisheng Silk Shop in Changsha City. This person was about twenty years old and wore a tuft of clothes.
He wore a new azure brown satin robe with a bright black woolen hat on his head. A sparkling ruby was embedded on the hat's forehead. his face
He was slightly arrogant and high-spirited, followed by two middle-aged servants. The accountant in the silk shop saw the person's dress and spirit, and knew that he was not the only one.
He quickly stood up and went forward to welcome him."Young Master is here. Please sit, please sit!”
The accountant brought the person into a nearby living room and poured tea and cigarettes. He smiled ingratiatingly and asked tentatively,"Young master,
Surname, are you here to see the goods?"
A servant replied,"This is the nephew of Master Long Zhiqing."”
"Oh, so it's Young Master Long. I'm sorry for my disrespect!”The accountant's face was full of flattery.
Long Zhiqing's father was once a member of the Ministry of Revenue in the court. Later, he was sent to Jiangxi Nie Tai and worked as a local official for more than ten years.
He had accumulated a great fortune. Long Zhiqing also served as a small official for a few times. He retired at the age of forty and built a mansion at the foot of Tongguan Mountain in his hometown.
It managed hundreds of acres of paddy fields and more than ten shops distributed in Changsha, Xiangtan, Xiangyin and other places. All the major businesses in Changsha know
Tong Guanlong's family was a rich and powerful client.
Young Master Long crossed his legs and asked with a teacup in his hand,"Where's Boss Sun?"
"Boss Sun went out for a small matter.”The accountant glanced outside the door and saw that the few waiters were busy dealing with Gu.
The guest stood up and cupped his hands." Young Master Long, please take a seat for a moment. I will personally call Boss Sun over."”
While waiting for Sun Guanchen, Young Master Long looked around the living room. The room wasn't big, but it was neatly decorated.
There was no vulgar smell in the living room of an ordinary shop, which showed that the boss was from a scholarly family. The decorations on the front wall especially attracted
Young Master Long was intrigued. In the middle was an ink painting of bamboos of all sizes on the mountain.
The bamboo poles were tall, the leaves were dense, and there were two or three idle clouds floating in the bamboo forest. Beside them was a stream of mountains and rivers, and three or four Du were leaping in the forest.
The entire scene of the cuckoo was quiet and full of vitality. There were four words inscribed on the top right corner-Cangli Valley Map. Young Master Long blurted out,
"What a good painting of Mo Zhu! It's no less than Ban Qiao's."
There were two words on the left and right sides of the painting. Young Master Long didn't have the heart to look at it carefully, but he saw that the inscription on the top was 'Descending Zeng Guo'.
Fan ", and the next one was signed " Xiang Shang Farmer Zuo Zongtang ", which immediately piqued his interest.
He first looked at Zeng Guofan's calligraphy. It was a seven-character ancient style, titled "Inscription on the Painting of Cangyu Valley":
My home is on Mount Gaomei in Hunan Province, and there are ten thousand bamboo poles in the latrine.
In the morning, the spring breeze hoes and digs the jade board, and the autumn breeze sings in the trees at night.
Since I came to the capital, I have been close to chariots and horses, and I am full of vulgar and evil.
I miss my hometown and its beautiful forest and ravine, and I dream that I can't climb up to you.
The painter of Qiantang was indulged by heaven, and his hand cut the clouds and fell here.
Wind and rain, leaves and leaves fight against the cold green, bright window big almost produced virtual waves.
The dust of the book is not satisfactory, but it is enough to engrave the stubbornness.
I'll return this painting to you and make an appointment with you to borrow it ten times a month.
Looking at Zuo Zongtang's calligraphy, it was also a seven-character ancient style, also 16 sentences, also titled "Inscription on the Painting of Cangli Valley":
Xiangshan is suitable for bamboos, which are famous all over the world. Small bamboos are especially abundant.
The frozen thunder broke the ground and the awl fell down, and thousands of mountains cried for Zigui.
Zigui's voice was sad and forced, and a guest could not return to Chang 'an.
The painter asked the villagers one after another and cut the Xiangyun people's Xiang paper for him.
In my eyes I suddenly see a mountain, and several old houses are scattered.
For many years, the atmosphere of war has been entangled in Huxiang, and the wild wolves have been driven away in the suburbs.
It happened that Xiang Yun was tied up and made into a big broom to sweep away the atmosphere and dirt in the area.
Come back to sleep together on the Cangjiang River, lie down and watch the cold clouds return to the mouth of the valley.
When Young Master Long saw this, the corners of his mouth curled up into a cold smile.
"Young Master Long, I'm sorry that I didn't receive you in time!”Sun Guanchen greeted her loudly as soon as he entered the living room. long
The young master stood up and replied,"Boss Sun, sorry to disturb you." My younger brother plans to marry after the Dragon Boat Festival this year…"
"Congratulations!" When Boss Sun heard this, he knew that the God of Fortune had entered the door. He quickly asked with concern," Which family did your brother marry?"
Gold?"
"The granddaughter of Duke Li Wengong of Xiangyin."
Li Wengong was Li Xingyuan, the former governor of the two rivers. Another famous rich family. Sun Guanchen was very happy.
He was happy and said to Young Master Long,"You must not have eaten yet?"”He turned around and instructed the accountant," Hurry up and go to Caigenxiang to order a table of dishes!”
"My uncle told me to go to Changsha and Hankou to buy some silk jewelry.”Young Master Long said slowly," It's good to hear about it for a long time.
The silk goods were complete. Boss Sun was kind, so he specially came to Baohao to visit and take a look at the goods.”
"Young Master Long's presence is the shop's blessing. Although the small shop is not complete, but in Changsha City, I am not boasting, but
It could be considered the first. I have been in business for many years and have always valued my reputation more than my life. Guests from all over the world, I not only bring him
They treated them as customers and friends. After a short meal, I will accompany the young master to look at the goods. If there is anything missing, just a little.
I'll make a list. In less than ten days or half a month, the goods will be ready.”
"Boss Sun is indeed a hero in the business world. No wonder he has enjoyed a high reputation in Changsha for so long. I heard that Long Hair besieged Changsha two years ago, and Boss Sun was loyal.
He donated a large sum of money to save Changsha City.
Every time my uncle mentioned this, he would always praise him.”
The year before last, Sun Guanchen had no choice but to lend 30,000 taels of silver. When he returned home, his wife cried for several days and nights. The accountant also said that it was a loan.
Jing state, he had gone without returning, his heart ached for a long time. Later, when the Taiping Army left, Zhang Liangji kept his promise and returned 300 taels of silver.
He also said that after the whole of Hunan was peaceful, he would definitely cast a bronze bell in the red archway to commemorate it. Sun Guanchen, Huang Mian and He
Yuan and Ouyang Zhaoxiong became the most respected heroes in Changsha. His wife and the accountant also praised him for his foresight. Sun Guanchen
He was very proud and respected Zhang Liangji and Zuo Zongtang.
"Old Master Long is too polite. This is my duty.”Sun Guanju humbly declined.
"In the past, I only heard of Boss Sun's boldness and righteousness. Today, seeing the calligraphy and paintings hanging in the living room, I saw Boss Sun's elegance and elegance.
He had a deep friendship with the two famous people in Hunan.”
"The Sun family and the Zeng and Zuo families are old friends. I have known them for many years. However, this painting is different from the Zeng and Zuo families.
Poetry has nothing to do with me.”
"Then why is it hanging in the living room?”Young Master Long asked curiously.
Just as Sun Guanchen was about to explain, he saw that the vegetables had arrived. He quickly said,"Young Master and the two of you, please take a seat.
Tell me slowly."
At the banquet, Boss Sun was very attentive, and Young Master Long was also trying his best to welcome him. The two of them were very close.
"Just now, Young Master asked about the calligraphy and painting.”Sun Guanchen wiped his mouth as he said," This painting was painted by my brother, Dingchen.
The capital hired someone to paint the mountain scenery of our hometown.”
"No wonder Boss Sun's family is so beautiful. It turns out that your residence is so beautiful.
Jie." Young Master Long complimented him intentionally.
"Young Master, thank you for your praise." Sun Guanchen was happy and continued," Although there are two brothers in the capital, they have been officials for a long time.
After a long time at home, this homesickness could not be eliminated. Instead, it increased with each passing day. In desperation, Big Brother invited a Qiantang Danqing
Famous hand, according to his own description, he drew this picture of Cangli Valley and hung it at home. After work, he stared at it, as if he had returned to his hometown.
He rushed over the bamboo mountain and touched the tall and straight bamboo.”
"Your brother is elegant and noble, and is probably one of the few prominent officials in the capital!”
"Although there are few, there is no lack of confidants. Assistant Minister Zeng Disheng is one of them." Sun Guanchen advised Young Master Long to drink and eat.
He said," That day, when Assistant Minister Di Sheng came to my brother's place and saw this painting of the Cangli Valley, he was full of praise. He stood in front of the painting for a quarter of an hour.
My brother said that he thought of Gaomei Mountain every day and remembered the secluded bamboos on the mountain. Unfortunately, he could not go back. Seeing that he liked it so much, my brother
I said I'll give it to you! Desheng assistant minister repeatedly said he did not dare, only offered to borrow for half a month. Half a month later, he returned the painting, along with a piece of Seven.
Yan Gufeng."
"Looks like it's the one at the top." Young Master Long pointed at the wall opposite him.
"That's right. Assistant Minister Di Sheng's poems, articles and calligraphy were excellent. This ancient style came from the true feelings. It was especially well written and his calligraphy was also excellent.
My brother thought highly of it and asked people to frame it. Last winter, my brother went home to visit his relatives and brought the calligraphy and painting back with him. One day, Master Zuo
Master is here. My brother took out the calligraphy and painting and praised the painting and poem. Advisor Zuo only smiled slightly and did not say anything. In a few days, he will also send
It was a seven-character ancient style, with the same title and the same number of sentences.”
"Advisor Zuo is deliberately competing with Assistant Minister Zeng.”Young Master Long said with a smile.
"Young Master has really guessed Private Advisor Zuo's thoughts!”Sun Guanchen smiled so hard that his face was full of meat. His eyes narrowed into a line.
His face was like a big meatball. "My brother said the same thing after reading Advisor Zuo's poem. My brother also calls me
Before returning to the capital, he told me to hide it at home and said,'Zeng and Zuo are both rare people in the world
In the future, his fame would be limitless. In a few decades, these two pieces of calligraphy would be a treasure.'I said,'I've been washing the assistant minister for ten years and twenty years
After the New Year, he might have the hope of entering the cabinet, but Zuo Jigao was already over forty years old and was still a commoner. His future in this life would not be very big.'
My brother said seriously,"You don't know how to judge people. Zuo Zongtang's fortune has only been in these few years."'As expected, my brother was right. Luo Zhong
Cheng was now obedient to Advisor Zuo, and the Emperor had praised him many times. Advisor Zuo was really going to make a name for himself!”After saying that, he smiled again.
Get up.
"I see. No wonder Boss Sun hung this painting in the living room!”
Sun Guanchen didn't hear the hidden meaning in Young Master Long's words and continued to say proudly,"Ever since these paintings were hung up, the small shop's business has been very busy.
It really flourished. Changsha's officials and celebrities all liked to come and sit and admire it. Many people say that although Assistant Minister Zeng's poems are better than those of the left,
The advisor wrote it well, but this ancient style was not as good as the advisor of the left. The advisor of the left was bold and vigorous, and the rhyme was flowing. It seems that Advisor Zuo is winning
It's time!"
Sun Guanchen said happily. He stood up and walked to the wall, pointing at Zuo Zongtang's poem," I will tie up Xiangyun as a big broom and sweep it away."
Qu Yu cleanses the atmosphere and dirt, saying,"Look, how spirited he is. He really has the courage to defeat thousands of troops and sweep everything." Assistant Minister Zeng is indeed
I can't compare."
Sun Guanchen was too busy talking to notice that Young Master Long's face was gradually showing displeasure. He walked to Young Master Long's side and asked,
What do you think?"
Young Master Long realized that he had lost his composure just now. He quickly put on a smile and said,"Boss Sun is right. It seems that this person who is suppressing Yuan Bai is
It's common."
After the meal, Young Master Long turned to the main topic.
"My brother's wedding is scheduled for the Dragon Boat Festival.”
Sun Guanchen had been waiting for Young Master Long to talk about buying the goods. At this moment, he quickly added,"Today is the first day of April.
Have we arrived?"
"It's not far, but what's annoying is that the place is not safe. A few days ago, hundreds of Long Hair came to Jinggang, moored on Weishui and Xiangjiang River.
Dozens of battleships caused everyone to panic. My uncle wanted to buy some clothes in Changsha, but he was afraid of being robbed along the way. And Long Hair is still in Jing
Hong Kong, how can a happy event be easy to handle? The old man wanted to postpone the wedding to the Mid-Autumn Festival, and wait for Wuchang to settle down before going to Hankou to pick it.
Do it."
Sun Guanchen panicked." Master Long, you're worrying too much. How long can Long Hair stay here?!"
Moreover, it would be several times more expensive to buy it in Hankou. It was not worth it.”
"That's what I told my uncle. Besides, Boss Sun is a gentleman who does business and is reliable, so he has repeatedly persuaded Uncle to give up on leaving the province.
The intention of purchasing."
"The small shop will still need Young Master's support in the future. Young Master, please persuade Old Master to complete this business.”
"I want to be a long-term customer with Boss Sun. Young Master Long took out a piece of paper from his boot.
Here," This is a check for a thousand taels of silver. I'll leave it with Boss Sun as a deposit. What do you think?"
Sun Guanchen's eyes lit up as he said,""Young Master is really an honest person. Whatever the young master wants, the shop will pick it on time
Do it, you must make the young master gain face in front of the old master.”
Sun Guanchen took the check with both hands. Seeing that it was from the Hui Feng Bank, he carefully put it into his sleeve.
"Boss Sun, if we want to make this deal, we still need your cooperation.”
"Yes, yes." Sun Guanchen hurriedly replied," Young Master, do you have any other instructions for the goods?”
"Boss Sun doesn't understand what I mean.”Young Master Long said," I'm not talking about goods. I'm afraid of Jinggang and Tongguan
If it wasn't quiet, my uncle would change his mind and go to Hankou or Shanghai to buy it. At that time, although I wanted to fulfill his wish, I couldn't do it.
I'll help."
"Young Master is right." Sun Guanchen was anxious again." This is a difficult matter."”
"Uh, isn't Boss Sun very familiar with Assistant Minister Zeng?”Young Master Long crossed his legs and stroked the blue and white porcelain cup in his hand.
He suddenly remembered and said casually," You can ask Assistant Minister Zeng to send troops! Ask Assistant Minister Zeng to send troops to exterminate Long Hair, Jinggang, Tongguan, no?
Is it quiet?" Young Master Long looked at Sun Guanchen with bright eyes. Sun Guanchen was put in a difficult position." I asked Assistant Minister Zeng to send troops. What can I say?"
Do you want to move?"
"Let me see, yes!" Young Master Long leaned over and said seriously," Vice Minister Zeng was defeated by Long Hair not long ago.
He had lost face in front of the Hunan officialdom. He was eager to kill the thief and make a contribution to regain his face. He would definitely send troops. "Moreover," Young Master Long pointed out.
She looked at the calligraphy and painting on the opposite wall and said," With these words and paintings, he won't reject your request!”
Sun Guanchen thought that if he didn't dare to ask Zeng Guofan to send troops, it would be a disgrace to his status. Moreover, he couldn't do business anymore.
In terms of how to do this well.
"How many hairs does Jinggang have?" Sun Guanchen asked.
"In order to protect the village, my uncle had sent a group of men to investigate Long Hair's situation.”
"I'll visit Assistant Minister Zeng in two days," Sun Guanchen said after some thought.”
"In fact, there is a good opportunity tomorrow. I wonder if Lord Zeng can seize this opportunity.”
"What do you mean?"
" Boss Sun," Young Master Long lowered his voice and said," Tomorrow is the birthday of a big leader of Long Hair. All the Long Hair must eat big."
Drink for a day. For a militarist, wasn't this a rare opportunity?”
"It's true."
"How can this be fake! Since yesterday, Long Hair had been buying meat, wine, and preparing a banquet.”
"Good!" Sun Guanchen made up his mind." I'll go see Assistant Minister Zeng this afternoon.”
" Boss Sun," Young Master Long stood up," if this deal is successful, the clothes for Layue's sister's wedding will be all set at
Treasure number."
"Deal?"
"Deal."
Young Master Long casually looked at the goods and took his leave. The three of them looked at each other and laughed out loud after leaving the Spring Fragrant Sect. One of them said,"Brother Guoxian,
Brother, luckily you are from a big family, you really played Young Master Long to perfection, that demeanor, that style, we poor people,
You won't be able to learn it in your lifetime."
Zhou Guoxian was very happy and said,"I've been a rich young master for twenty years. How can I not look like one?”
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