Chapter 1618 Hongmen Banquet
From a Jinshi to a minor official, Yu Qian at that time shocked the officialdom in Peking.
But after the shock, most people scoffed at him, and during the chat, they often used the naughty young man to point him.
Time can eliminate all joy and sorrow... and curiosity!
So Yu Qian, the naughty young man, gradually became marginalized, no one cared about him, and few people paid attention to him.
Of course, as a minor official in the staffing system, his salary is indispensable, but there is no specific work arrangement, so he can do whatever he wants.
This is cold treatment, which makes you isolated and helpless, and finally give up on yourself or regret it.
But Yu Qian disappointed those people. He went out to travel to the villages and alleys every day, and started recording the people's sentiments when he came back. Now he has accumulated more than ten books. Judging from his appearance, he clearly enjoys it.
The big green donkey slowly headed into the city. Yu Qian sat on the back of the donkey thinking about the situation of the villages he visited, and I forgot about some things.
I don’t know how long it took, but Yu Qian discovered that he had arrived outside the city and there was already a rider around him.
"Uh! Master."
The one next to him was Fang Xing who had just been 'praying for the Ming Dynasty' at Qingshou Temple for three days. He saw Yu Qian's appearance and asked, "Didn't you have lunch?"
Yu Qian nodded and Fang Xing said, "Follow me."
So the group arrived at Fang's house. As soon as they woke up, they said they were hungry and asked someone to make food.
When the two arrived at the front hall, Fang Xing asked about his current situation.
"...No one cares about it, but this way, there is no need to socialize with colleagues and Shangguan. No one cares about going down every day. I know a lot of people's sentiments... I think there is great potential!"
Fang Xing nodded slightly, and then listened carefully.
"...The people are still conservative, but those with vision start to let the boys at home study, and they help their family work when they are busy. If this continues, within fifty years, the countryside of the Ming Dynasty will never be like this again."
Fang Xing nodded, thinking that this was a good trend.
The imperial examination is a single-plank bridge, and people who are squeezed down will naturally seek other paths. Most of them are unwilling to farm...Science...
Before he finished his meal, someone from the palace summoned Fang Xing into the palace.
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While waiting outside the Qianqing Palace, a eunuch passed by Fang Xing and whispered: "There are signs, and the adults are also angry."
Fang Xing was about to ask about the specific matter, but the eunuch had passed by, so two words came to him.
“…beat…Li Mao…”
Fang Xing's expression remained unchanged. He knew that the Jinyiwei had pried open the mouths of the surviving two people, so even if the Lang Guan was beaten in vain, someone would stand up for him.
As for Li Mao... he was confident and left no evidence!
"Boy Xinghe, Your Majesty summons you into the temple."
Fang Xing lowered his eyes and entered the hall, and saw several scholars all present. He sneered in his heart and saluted.
Zhu Gaochi glanced at the angry sects and said, "The Jinyiwei got the confession. Those people were hiding in the Qingshou Temple. They wanted to assassinate several high-ranking officials... Xinghe Bo, but you are impatient in this matter. In this way, I will give you half a day off. Xinghe Bo is treating you, go!"
This joking way of dealing with it is like coaxing a child. Yang Rong glanced at Zhu Gaochi on the imperial throne, and saw only honesty and some... majesty.
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Half an hour later, the first fresh hot pot smelled.
"Xinghe Bo, what dish is today?"
Yang Rong asked with a smile, as if he was really asking about the food.
"Hongmen Banquet!"
Fang Xing said seriously, then he saw everyone being shocked, disdainful, frowned, and chuckled, "I remember that during the Northern Expedition, hundreds of thousands of people confronted each other. Even the late emperor could not eat hot food, so he ate dry cakes like everyone else. At most, there was a piece of canned fish or big fat meat in the dry cakes, which filled the stomach with the cold wind. Today, we are eating steaming hot pot in this warm private room, come and toast to the late emperor."
Disgusting! This was everyone's first reaction, and then everyone raised their glasses with a solemn expression, and then... a very awkward scene appeared.
Yang Rong, Yang Shiqi, and Jin Youzi all poured the wine on the ground, which is something that only people with military experience can do.
Yang Pu and Huang Huai were probably staying in the prison for a long time and even drank it all in one go. After putting down the wine glass, the two were stunned and then blushed.
Because everyone is close to each other and is unwilling to let someone come in to serve, a pot of wine is placed in front of everyone.
Fang Xing filled his wine glass and smiled and said, "This second glass is for the sake of His Majesty's kindness and wisdom."
alert!
All the five bachelors raised their glasses and drank slowly.
Jin Youzi was watching Fang Xing while drinking with the help of his long sleeves.
Fang Xing drank it all, then put the wine glass on the table, filled it again, and said, "This third cup is for the two assassinations in Jiangnan and Qingshou Temple."
Fang Xing raised his head to drink, but Jin Youzi said sternly: "Xinghe Bo, what do you mean by this? Do you think it's our trouble?"
Putting down the wine glass, Fang Xing said lightly: "In Jinling, those people made up a ridiculous beauty, and then Fang stepped into the trap. The thieves had more than 60 people in total. The servants defeated them just by rushing into the formation. The native chickens and dogs!"
Fang Xing glanced at the five people, his eyes suddenly became sharp, "Fang was about to sweep the cave in Liting in Jinling and dig out the ground mice, but His Majesty had the will to return to Beijing..."
Huang Huai said in a deep voice: "Xinghe Bo, this matter has nothing to do with us."
"I didn't say it had anything to do with you."
...
Dongchang, Sun Xiang was holding a piece of paper and pondering.
"My master said that my father-in-law can do it, and it's okay to tell His Majesty. When I hide my master, I will take this as nothing and say goodbye."
Sun Xiang nodded. After the people came to leave, he said to An Lun and Chen Gui next to him: "Xinghe Bo has sent this list. The fewest officials on it can go home to farm, and the most three tribes are exiled. There are more than 40 people in total. What do you think?"
Chen Gui was shocked and lowered his eyes and said, "Dude, I think it's better to tell Your Majesty. After all, there are too many people. If you don't pass by Your Majesty, that's a serious crime!"
The East Factory had a glorious period when it was first established, and officials could be arrested without reporting to the emperor.
But now it is the new emperor, and so many people will inevitably cause a sensation.
Sun Xiang said lightly: "Xing He Bo's words are just a joke. How can you not report this to Your Majesty?"
When An Lun saw Sun Xiang's gaze, he smiled honestly and said, "Dad, I just thought of one. This piece of paper is a grenade in the army. Once it explodes, will it hurt Your Majesty?"
Sun Xiang's face was faint, and his eyes were filled with admiration, and he said, "It is precisely this reason. If Your Majesty knows, move, or not? This is why we servants handed over the embarrassment to Your Majesty. What else do Your Majesty want us to do?"
Chen Guigang was praised, but Sun Xiang turned to An Lun again, and couldn't help but feel dizzy, not knowing what Sun Xiang meant.
"Chen Gui, you will report to Your Majesty in half an hour."
Sun Xiang's speed of moving Buddhist beads was getting faster and faster, and the compassion on his face became stronger.
Chen Gui nodded and Sun Xiang said to An Lun: "You go and gather people, let's do it right away."
An Lun agreed and hurried out to make arrangements.
Sun Xiang looked at the void and murmured: "Why is this a problem..."
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The people from the East Factory were all out, and the noise was too loud, which alarmed the people in the palace.
Chen Gui went to the Ganqing Palace slowly and slowly, and nodded and smiled when he met an acquaintance along the way.
When we arrived outside the Ganqing Palace, while waiting, a eunuch passed by Chen Gui.
"Fang Xing gave the roster, Dongchang took action!"
Chapter completed!