There is a long queue in front of the Recruitment Hall. Many are well-known scholars, and some are people who are lucky enough to eat and drink. They come from all over the world, with dreams and hopes, to be able to work in

Xianyang got an official position and lived a carefree life from then on.

Moreover, in this era, there are no graduation diplomas from key universities, nor full-time, correspondence courses and other key training. Many people are self-taught, which creates a problem. Many people's literature and abilities cannot be identified.

But even so, the recruitment office still assesses everyone's resume responsibly and strictly.

Xiang Zhuang was standing at the door of the recruitment hall. Behind him were Xiang Sheng and two men temporarily allocated to him, who were responsible for guarding the recruitment hall to prevent people with ulterior motives from coming to cause trouble.

But Xiang Zhuang's mind was not focused on this at this time. Ying Ziying had promised to personally invite Sima Xin to help his uncle get out of trouble, but in the blink of an eye, several days had passed without any news, and the New Year was just around the corner.

When the time came, Xiangzhuang could no longer hold his nerve. If there was no news, he would have to go to Yueyang himself.

In these days, the Confucian scholar crisis has gradually passed. After Lu Sheng absconded, there was no news again. Guanzhong Dasuo gradually relaxed. Many people had even forgotten the panic atmosphere not long ago and returned to the peaceful life of the past.

Just when Xiang Zhuang was wandering around and thinking about something, Shusun Tong had already come closer, coughed dryly, and said with a smile: "Brother Xiang, thank you for your help that day, otherwise, my old life may be...

…”

Shusuntong did not continue talking, but Xiang Zhuang already held up his hands and said with a smile: "It's a small effort, it's not worth mentioning."

Shusun Tong smiled awkwardly and returned the favor. At this time, Shusun Tong looked at the crowd who came to seek refuge in the distance, and couldn't help but said with a smile: "Before the Young Master held the recruitment hall, he invited my teacher Kong Yu, but...

But he rejected the young master. I was very sorry at first, but now it seems that maybe the teacher's decision was right."

Xiang Zhuang became interested and couldn't help laughing and said: "Why did uncle Sun say this?"

Shusun Tong sighed lightly and said with a dry smile: "In the past, I still had a glimmer of hope for the Qin State. I wanted to work hard before retiring, leaving a name in history, so that my life would not be in vain, but the government wanted to arrest Confucian scholars.

, I have been unjustly accused and killed countless people, and I am already disheartened. If the young master had not protected me, I am afraid that I would not be able to escape from prison at this time, so..."

Shusuntong sighed and looked around. Seeing that no one was paying attention, he said softly: "Now that the current situation is turbulent, I plan to return to my hometown and teach my apprentices for the rest of my life."

"Actually, Uncle Shusun doesn't have to be so depressed. Sooner or later, the world will undergo great changes. When uncle comes home, he can wait in hibernation, but the place in Guanzhong cannot be loved for a long time." Xiangzhuang sighed softly. Shusun Tong was slightly surprised. Xiangzhuang

It seemed that he knew something, but what did he mean by "the world will change"? Shusun Tong fell into deep thought, and Xiang Zhuang also knew that he had made a mistake at this time. He could not continue talking to Shusun Tong, otherwise

Exposing himself too much would be detrimental to the Xiang family and would not be beneficial to himself. After all, Shusun Tong still supports Fusu. Thinking of this, Xiangzhuang cupped his hands and smiled and said: "Uncle Shusun, don't think too much, I just said it casually."

We cannot predict what the future will be like, we can only take it one step at a time."

Shusun Tong smiled and nodded, said goodbye, and walked into the recruiting hall. Looking at Shusun Tong's retreating back, Xiang Zhuang couldn't help but let out a sigh of relief. He recalled what he had just said. If someone with a heart heard it, he would definitely report him for spreading rumors.

Things are confusing and confusing. Thinking of this, Xiang Zhuang couldn't help but break into a cold sweat.

It was getting late, and the entrance to the Recruitment Hall was still very busy. Students from all over the country were lining up. At least before noon, these people would not be able to finish registration. Xiang Zhuang shook his head helplessly. Why are these people so persistent? Are they going to be in Xianyang?

Can becoming an official change their life's destiny?

Everyone is doing their own thing. Xiang Zhuang feels that his worries are a bit unfounded. Their fate is their own choice, and it has nothing to do with them. Besides, he can't change their fate. Thinking like this, Xiang Zhuang is ready to return.

In the recruitment hall, a familiar voice sounded not far away: "Brother Xiang...!"

After the sound, Xiang Zhuang felt someone pat him on the back. He immediately turned around cautiously and found that Liu Bang had arrived at some unknown time. He said with great joy: "It is indeed Brother Xiang!"

Before Xiang Zhuang could react, Liu Bang hugged Xiang Zhuang affectionately and laughed: "It's been nearly two months since we said goodbye? Why did you come to Xianyang?"

"Haha, it turns out to be Brother Liu!" Liu Bang just let go of Xiang Zhuang, Xiang Zhuang cupped his hands and said with a smile.

This feeling of meeting an old friend in a foreign land made Xiang Zhuang feel that the world seemed to be brighter again. Before Xiang Zhuang could speak again, Liu Bang laughed and said: "Farewell Suiyang, I will miss you day and night.

Brother, how are you doing lately?"

Liu Bang's concern made Xiang Zhuang feel warm in his heart. He couldn't help but choke up a little and his eyes were slightly red. However, Xiang Zhuang quickly suppressed his emotions and sighed softly: "To be honest with you, brother Liu, there is a lawsuit in my family.

My uncle was captured in Yueyang, and I went to the capital this time to rescue my uncle."

After hearing this, Liu Bang couldn't help but sigh, as if the person who was arrested was also his closest relative, he patted Xiang Zhuang on the shoulder and comforted: "Brother, don't panic, I came to Xianyang this time to escort the prisoners. It doesn't matter, you and I

Let's go to Yueyang together to see if we can rescue our uncle, and I will return with you."

After listening to Liu Bang's words, people felt warm in their hearts. Xiang Zhuang couldn't help but secretly sigh, he was indeed a great hero of his generation...

But at this time, Xiang Zhuang had promised Fu Su to help him guard the recruitment hall. If he left in a hurry, Xiang Zhuang was afraid that Fu Su would blame him. Thinking like this, Xiang Zhuang said: "Brother Liu's invitation, Xiang Zhuang is grateful.

But I have something to do at this time and it is inconvenient for me to leave. Please forgive me, Brother Liu."

Liu Bang looked behind Xiang Zhuang, and the three characters "Recruitment Hall" stood out. Liu Bang had actually seen this plaque and the people waiting in line not far away. He originally wanted to ask the reason, but he never got the chance. At this time, he borrowed the opportunity.

Following Xiang Zhuang's words, he asked with a smile: "Let me tell you, Brother Xiang is dressed like a thug this time, which is different from usual."

Liu Bang opened the topic and continued to ask: "What's the long queue over there for?"

"This is the Talent Recruitment Hall. Young Master Fusu is recruiting retainers and selecting talents for the country. Some people will stay under Young Master Fusu and enjoy Young Master Fusu's provisions." Xiang Zhuang pointed to the crowd not far away and smiled.

road.

Liu Bang nodded slightly. From the way Xiang Zhuang was dressed at this time and the words he just said, it was not difficult to see that he must have surrendered to the Fusu clan.

Liu Bang didn't know what happened after Suiyang said goodbye, but Xiangzhuang is definitely different now. It's definitely not easy for him to climb the big fish Fusu. Thinking of this, Liu Bang couldn't help but smile.

He said: "That day when we left Suiyang, Brother Xiang saved my life. I haven't had a chance to repay you. Since Brother Xiang's family was in trouble this time, why not follow me to Yueyang? Maybe, our uncle's injustice case can be turned around.

?”

Xiang Zhuang's only concern was Fusu, but Liu Bang invited him for the second time, and Xiang Zhuang was a little tempted. At this time, Liu Bang smiled again and said: "You and I have been separated for a long time, so we might as well find a tavern in Liyang, continue

Continue the feeling of parting."

Looking back on the past few days, Sima Xin has been slow to come to Xianyang. His uncle's affairs have been delayed again and again. Liu Bang has repeatedly proposed that he wants to accompany him to Yueyang. Xiang Zhuang could only nod and said with a smile: "I'll go talk to the young master."

, If possible, I will go to Yueyang with Brother Liu today."

Liu Bang nodded, and Xiang Zhuang was about to leave. At this time, he saw Fusu not far away, who was checking the registration. He was wearing a milky white robe and dressed elegantly, just like a young Confucian scholar who came to join the recruitment hall. Xiang Zhuang

He turned around and gave Xiang Sheng a few words, then quickly walked towards Fusu.

Fusu was checking the roster at this time. From yesterday to today, the recruitment hall received more than 300 people in two days. These were students from surrounding counties and counties. However, I heard that the emperor had issued a decree, regardless of any

As long as local students and Confucian scholars are willing to come to Xianyang, they will definitely get official posts.

This is a good start. After all, my father has slowly accepted these Confucian scholars. He relies on the recruitment hall to select talents and is recognized by scholars all over the world. The Confucian scholar scandal will gradually be forgotten by people, and the bad influence of the imperial court will also be forgotten.

He would be ignored by everyone. Thinking this, Fusu slowly put down the list. At this time, Xiang Zhuang's voice rang in his ears: "Master, do you have time?"

Fusu turned around and saw that Xiang Zhuang was approaching. He was in a good mood today and couldn't help but smile and said, "Brother Xiang, what can I do?"

"Uncle's matter has been delayed for too long. I feel uneasy and want to go to Yueyang for a walk. I hope the young master can fulfill his wish." After Xiang Zhuang finished speaking, he knelt down on one knee. Fusu thought for a moment, and then he reached out to help Xiang Zhuang up.

, patted Xiang Zhuang on the shoulder, and comforted: "Everyone has the feeling of missing their relatives. I can't stop you from rescuing your uncle. This is too selfish, but I hope that when you come back from Yueyang, you will be heartbroken.

Can you stay here with me?"

Fusu did not reject him. Xiang Zhuang felt a little moved in his heart. He cupped his fists and said, "Xiang Zhuang accepts the order."

Fusu was overjoyed, took out the token from his arms, handed it to Xiang Zhuang, and said: "Take this token, go to Yueyang Prison to find Sima Xin, and ask him to release him in my name. When he sees

I dare not disobey this card, but I hope you can come back to me with the token in three days, and I will wait for you at the recruitment hall."

Xiang Zhuang took the token and thanked him: "Please rest assured, sir, I will definitely come back in three days!"

...

Liu Bang escorted ten prisoners to Yueyang this time. He was accompanied by two government officials. Watching the ten prisoners marching slowly, Liu Bang couldn't help but think of the recruitment hall. If he could get Xiangzhuang's recommendation to find a job in Xianyang, it would be far away.

It is much better than being the director of the Sishui Pavilion. Thinking like this, Liu Bang ran a few steps quickly to catch up with Xiang Zhuang and said with a smile: "Remember that my dear brother mentioned the recruitment hall today, and it was Young Master Fusu who recruited disciples?"

Liu Bang suddenly mentioned the Talent Recruitment Hall, and Xiang Zhuang couldn't help but laugh and said: "Young master wanted to recruit scholars from all over the world, so he established the Talent Recruitment Hall."

"Then... dear brother, can you recommend me some recommendations so that I can find a job in Xianyang?" Liu Bang hesitated.

But Xiang Zhuang had already seen Xiao Jiujiu in Liu Bang's heart, and couldn't help laughing: "Brother Liu, what the recruitment hall needs is a truly knowledgeable person. If you don't have knowledge, it will be difficult to get a position. At that time, you will lose the pavilion again."

Isn’t it a pity to have a long position?”

Although Xiang Zhuang was just perfunctory with Liu Bang, Liu Bang really hesitated and slowed down. It was Xiang Zhuang who was balancing the pros and cons to himself. He had already seen the dust flying in the distance, and it seemed that another army was coming here.

Running over, he couldn't help but curiously asked: "Brother Liu, where are we here?"

Liu Bang looked around and said with a smile: "We have passed Gaoling here and are not far from Yueyang."

Xiang Zhuang nodded, pointed not far away, and said doubtfully: "Look, the dust is rising there. Is there an army moving in a hurry?"

Liu Bang looked in the direction of Xiang Zhuang's finger, and sure enough, the sky was filled with dust. Just when he was wondering, a group of scout cavalry had rushed over. From a distance, he waved his whip and shouted: "Get out of here!"
Chapter completed!