Chapter 293 Zhao Yingluo is filled with emotions Li Qingzhao warmly welcomed Zhao Yingluo to the hall of the mansion and elegantly invited her to take a seat. After Zhao Yingluo sat down, she looked around and couldn't help but feel full of respect for this talented woman in history. "Mrs. Zhang, I have always liked your lyrics very much." Zhao Yingluo said with a smile, and then softly chanted Li Qingzhao's masterpiece "Like a Dream: Chang Ji Xiting Sunset" "I always remember that it was sunset at the creek pavilion. I was so drunk that I didn't know my way back. I returned to the boat late after my excitement was over. I strayed into the depths of the lotus flowers. I struggled to cross the river. I fought to cross the river, and I was startled by a group of gulls and herons." Li Qingzhao was very surprised after hearing this. She did not expect that the princess would be so familiar with her lyrics and could chant them so affectionately. Zhao Yingluo looked at Li Qingzhao's reaction and chanted another popular song "A Cut of Plum Blossoms: The Fragrance of Red Lotus Roots and the Remaining Jade Mat in Autumn" "The fragrance of the red lotus root lingers in the jade quilt in autumn. I undress my clothes lightly and board the orchid boat alone. Who in the clouds sends brocade books? When the wild goose comes back, the moon is full on the west tower." Li Qingzhao was even more surprised. She couldn't help but ask: "Your Highness, how do you know these words of mine?" Zhao Yingluo smiled slightly, but of course she could not tell her that she had traveled through time in later generations. She could only say, "I was lucky enough to read Madam's lyrics and was deeply moved, so I have always kept them in my heart."
After hearing this, Li Qingzhao felt a trace of gratitude in his eyes. The two chatted for a few more words, and Zhao Yingluo felt that the time was ripe, so she told her the purpose of her visit. "Mrs. Zhang, to be honest, in addition to showing my respect for Madam's talent during this visit, I also have something important to tell you." Zhao Yingluo paused and continued: "Your husband Zhang Ruzhou is suspected of corruption and has been investigated by the court." Li Qingzhao was surprisingly calm after hearing this. She didn't show much surprise or anger. She said calmly: "Since I remarried to Zhang Ruzhou, I haven't had a good life for a few days. I also heard from the servants that Zhang Ruzhou might have misbehaved, but I didn't expect that he would actually have the idea of taking a scientific examination." After hearing this, Zhao Yingluo couldn't help but admire Li Qingzhao's calmness and wisdom. She comforted her softly: "Mrs. Zhang, I know this news may be a bit sudden for you. But please believe that the court will handle this matter impartially and give you a fair explanation." Li Qingzhao nodded and expressed his gratitude, "Thank you for your concern, Princess. Although this matter is heartbreaking, I believe in the justice of the court." Zhao Yingluo stood up and was about to leave, but suddenly turned around and looked at Li Qingzhao with a firm light in her eyes: "Mrs. Zhang, have you ever thought about fighting for some of the rights you deserve?" Li Qingzhao was slightly stunned, not quite understanding what Zhao Yingluo meant: "What does the princess mean by this?" "What happened to Zhang Ruzhou is undoubtedly a blow to you." Zhao Yingluo said slowly, "But life will always go on. Gu Xiang, maybe you should think about it for yourself, whether you want to continue to stay in this mansion, or... " Li Qingzhao was silent for a moment, then took a deep breath: "Princess, I have actually wanted to leave for a long time. But as a woman, it is not easy to survive in this world." Zhao Yingluo walked to Li Qingzhao and held her hand: "Mrs. Zhang, you are not alone. If you are willing, I can arrange a quiet place for you to stay away from the place of right and wrong." Li Qingzhao looked at Zhao Yingluo with gratitude in his eyes: "The princess's great kindness will be kept in my heart." "You are not only a talented poet, but also a woman worthy of respect." Zhao Yingluo said, "There are too many constraints and injustices on women in this era, but Gu believes that as long as they have courage and determination, women can also live. Show your own splendor.” After hearing this, Li Qingzhao's eyes flashed with determination: "The princess is right, I should live for myself." The two looked at each other and smiled, as if they had reached some kind of tacit understanding. "Then, it's settled." Zhao Yingluo said, "I will arrange everything for you." After Li Qingzhao thanked her again, he sent Zhao Yingluo to the door of his house.
"Your Highness, thank you for your help." Li Qingzhao said, "I hope one day, like you, I can bring more light and heat to this world." Zhao Yingluo smiled slightly: "You can, Mrs. Zhang. Your talent and charm are enough to influence this era." After saying that, Zhao Yingluo got on the carriage and gradually disappeared into the dust in the distance. Li Qingzhao stood at the door, watching her go away, his heart fluctuating. After parting ways with Li Qingzhao, Zhao Yingluo returned to the carriage, pondered for a moment, and then told the chamberlain Wang Shouen: "When you go back, immediately tidy up my mansion outside the palace. After Zhang Ruzhou is dealt with, take Li Qingzhao to live in the mansion." Wang Shouen nodded in agreement: "Yes, Your Highness Princess, I will do it now." At this time, Zhang Ruzhou was still happily living in Chunfangyuan, a brothel, unaware of the coming disaster. He lay drunk in the gentle countryside, playing and playing with the brothel girls, completely immersed in the joy of this moment. Soon, the Jinshi list was finally posted. The scholars who spent money to buy Jinshi pressed forward confidently. They had dreams and expectations, hoping to find their names on this list. However, when they squeezed to the list, they found that their names were not on the list. For a time, the crowd was furious. More than a hundred scholars rushed to Chunfang Garden to seek an explanation from Zhang Ruzhou. The madam tried to block these angry scholars, but she couldn't. The scholars broke through the obstacles and broke into Zhang Ruzhou's room. Upon seeing this, Zhang Ruzhou hurriedly blocked the brothel woman with his body and scolded the scholars for their boldness. "What are you doing? Why is your name not on the list?" Zhang Ruzhou asked. "Our names are indeed not on the list. We spent money, but you deceived us like this!" the scholars responded angrily. Zhang Ruzhou's heart sank. He didn't quite believe the result. He hurriedly put on his clothes and came to the place where the imperial examination papers were posted. He searched over and over again, but he did not find the names of those scholars. He began to panic, realizing that something might really go wrong. At this moment, Wen Boyuan came to the list with hundreds of people. They saw Zhang Ruzhou at a glance, and Wen Boyuan immediately ordered: "Take it down!" Zhang Ruzhou was frightened by the sudden change and turned pale. He tried to struggle, but he was no match for Wen Boyuan and others. After a while, he was firmly controlled. "What are you doing? I am an official of the imperial court, you have no right to arrest me!" Zhang Ruzhou shouted injustice. "Zhang Ruzhou, you are suspected of corruption and imperial examination fraud. We have obtained conclusive evidence. Now, please come with us!" Wen Boyuan said coldly. When Zhang Ruzhou heard this, his face turned pale.
