The Ming Dynasty’s Prodigal Son - Chapter 1172

[1172. Chapter 1118 Welcoming the Holy Master]

Wu Kuan’s life has been smooth sailing.

Born in a family of officials, he studied for half his life, and then was named in the imperial examination. After that, he entered the Hanlin Academy, and then became the prince’s tutor. When the prince ascended the throne, he rose to prominence.

Once upon a time, he was deeply trusted by His Majesty.

Once, he was famous all over the world.

Countless people regard him as a role model.

But now, he holds the position of minister of the Ministry of Civil Affairs, and if he goes one step further, he may become a minister in the cabinet.

What a wonderful life this is.

But this inkstone suddenly seemed to drag him into hell.

Sven sweeps the floor.

His face was covered in blood and he was grinning in pain. He saw Ouyang Zhi with a solemn expression and looked at Liu Jin who was showing his teeth.

In his opinion, these two people are simply black and white.

After Wu Kuan howled, he couldn’t help but said: “Beating a minister is an unpardonable crime. Ouyang Zhi, and you…Liu Jin, just wait and see, just wait and see.”

Yang Yiqing had already helped him up.

He hurriedly called for a doctor, and just as the doctor was about to come in, Wu Kuan roared: “No need to seek medical treatment, get out, get out… This is such an insult, keep it.”

His forehead was swollen, and his face was still bloody, but He said forcefully: “The universe is bright, in full view of everyone, just take a look!”

Zhang Sheng, Ma Wensheng and others all frowned.

Ouyang Zhi obviously went too far this time.

If this commotion continues, I don’t know when it will end.

His Majesty was nowhere to be seen again. It was as if the world suddenly collapsed and everyone lost their backbone.

However, who can blame this kind of thing?

Everyone was born as a scholar, and the four words “respecting teachers and respecting the Tao” have long been engraved in our bones.

Wu Kuan scolded his mentor in front of his students. No matter how many people disagreed with Fang Jifan, it was natural for him to be taboo.

This is equivalent to calling someone’s father in front of them but not allowing them to do anything.

But from another perspective, Ouyang Zhi is now the prefect of Baoding Prefecture, and Wu Kuan is the minister of the Ministry of Personnel. Ouyang Zhi… is still too presumptuous.

Helping Ouyang Zhi would undermine the dignity in the officialdom and favor the attacker.

Wu Kuan was favored, and where did this place the tradition of scholars, as well as monarchs, ministers, fathers and sons?

Ouyang Zhi also seemed to know the consequences of his anger.

He closed his eyes and unceremoniously swept the gleam of light that passed through the slits of his eyes onto Wu Kuan’s body.

Then, he took off his black gauze hat. The biggest ideal of a scholar is to become an official.

Perhaps, some people become officials for fame and profit.

But for some people, maybe…this comes from the teachings of countless sages, worry about the world’s worries first, and rejoice after the world’s happiness.

Or… the era of great governance begins with oneself!

Ouyang Zhi is the latter.

He is an honest man, and he does not have too many thoughts in his heart. He simply listens to his mentor’s teachings, follows his mentor’s example, and bends down to do things that he believes in his heart will be beneficial to the people of the world.

But now…he understands that it’s over, everything is over.

He took off his black gauze hat himself.

He just knows that what will greet him will be dismissal from office, removal from his official position, and a complete farewell to the temple.

Although it is not forbidden by nature to beat Shangguan, this temple will never tolerate him.

He silently… put his black gauze hat on the table and sat there, silent.

Liu Jin stood next to Ouyang Zhi. At this moment…he suddenly thought…he was hungry.

Hunger is an uncomfortable thing, especially for Liu Jin. Liu Jin began to break out in cold sweat and became uncomfortable.

The atmosphere in the entire yamen hall became extremely strange, and the silence was terrifying.

Everyone, thoughtfully, in this dead silence, began to think about the far-reaching impact of the scene just now, even… the consequences, and what position they should uphold.

Suddenly, someone came in a hurry: “Godfather, Godfather.”

The person was a guy with a deer head and a mouse-like eyes. When he came in, he saw no one else but Liu Jin: “Godfather, there is news from Rongcheng County.”

Phew…

all People’s eyes fell on him.

Zhang Sheng couldn’t help but said: “In Rongcheng?”

This guy with a deer head and rat eyes didn’t even look at Zhang Sheng, he only had Liu Jin in his eyes.

So… Zhang Sheng was a little embarrassed.

Low-class people, low-class people, these are all a bunch of people, they are either godfathers or godsons.

Liu Jin felt that he had been hungry for a thousand years, and his stomach was already ravenous. Now that he had the news, he was still shocked: “Oh? Are you sure?”

“The traces found in a woodworking workshop, We have been spying on them, and there are nine people, whose appearance and age are very similar. They are the ones who just arrived in Rongcheng County a few days ago. Not only that… the leader… is named Zhu. “

“The surname is Zhu?” Liu Jin couldn’t help but said, “What’s Zhu?”

“Zhu Dashou!”

“…”

This made Liu Jin think of pig intestines at this moment.

Pig intestines can be steamed, boiled, stir-fried, or made into sausages. Liu Jin thought that her favorite thing to eat is stir-fried pig intestines, add a few garlic, and chili peppers, and add enough oil. After the oil boils, discard the large intestine and add a little green onion and ginger to remove the flavor. After a while, when it is fried to a golden color, put it in the pot. Pair it with Shaoxing rice wine and a plate of edamame. It is really magical. Enjoy.

Liu Jin’s saliva began to flow from the corners of his mouth involuntarily. He was breathing rapidly, and he actually felt a pounding heart, just like… what people often say… first love.

But then… Liu Jin’s head suddenly exploded. Why would he pay attention to such a thing? Zhu Dashou…

He suddenly opened his eyes and said excitedly: “His Royal Highness, calls himself Zhu Shou.”

People suddenly remembered .

Then, everyone took a breath of cold air.

It’s Your Majesty, that’s right.

There is absolutely no such coincidence in this world.

“Your Majesty is in the wood workshop?” Ouyang Zhi said suddenly.

This man with a deer head and rat eyes seemed to have a taboo against Ouyang Zhi. After all, his godfather had to call Ouyang Zhi uncle.

He hurriedly said: “Inside…doing accounting…”

Ma Wensheng became anxious: “It’s nonsense, it’s just nonsense, Your Majesty… Your Majesty…” He cried, his eyes blurred with tears: “Unfortunately, Your Majesty entered the devil’s cave, it must be… Being coerced by the damn businessman, why are you still waiting for someone to go to Rongcheng County?”

Zhang Sheng immediately said: “Who are you calling? Go immediately…to greet him. I will take the first step.”

He walked away. , not ambiguous at all.

Everyone else was also shocked.

Yes, we have to go to meet him immediately. Everyone is moving and scrambling to get there.

Wu Kuan, whose face was still stained with blood, was shocked when he heard the news from His Majesty, and glared at Ouyang Zhi and Liu Jin. Sure enough, evil is rewarded, and the time has come to seek justice.

If Your Majesty knew that his lecturer and Minister of Civil Affairs was actually beaten by a subordinate, even if he protected these people, he would definitely be severely punished.

He deliberately kept the bruises and broken wounds on his face, just in time to show His Majesty the virtues of the governor of Baoding Prefecture.

And that Fang Jifan… he must have seduced His Majesty into conducting a private patrol, so let’s settle this account!

A large number of ministers, eunuchs, and sergeants have already taken action upon hearing the news.

Countless people frantically left Baoding Fucheng and ran towards Rongcheng County.

………

In the woodworking workshop.

After finding no trace of His Majesty.

Zhao Shiqian seemed to feel that he had been hollowed out.

He was listless and had no interest in business matters.

The happiest moment for him was when he was clearing his accounts every day.

In the dead of night, hiding in the accounting room, he and Emperor Hongzhi were calculating today’s output, the payments and deposits received, and the future surplus. He felt as if he was in the sky, filled with gods and Buddhas. Wave and smile at him.

But tonight, his eyes were red and swollen.

Under the Ran Ran oil lamp, Emperor Hongzhi wore a pair of glass mirrors and carefully calculated the accounts, while Zhao Shiqian sat aside and just sighed.

“My boss.” Emperor Hongzhi said: “I’m afraid I won’t be able to pay the order for the next day, so I have to postpone it. According to the contract, I will be allocated thirty taels of silver per day. Calculating it this way, if I can’t pay it within three days, Shipment, this order is considered to be in vain.”

“Also, I didn’t receive payment from Chengxi Furniture Store today…”

“Today’s surplus…”

Zhao Shiqian suddenly sighed and waved his hands, his face sallow: “There’s no need to report it anymore. I can trust your uncle’s account. I don’t understand why…the emperor was so good, but then it’s gone?”

Emperor Hongzhi: “…”

Zhao Shiqian said with emotion: “I really I’m so scared that I can’t sleep or eat.

“I think it’s not so serious,” Emperor Hongzhi said.

“You don’t understand. What do you know?” Zhao Shiqian shook his head, still filled with emotion. You scholars, you say you have the world in mind, but in fact you are short-sighted.”

Emperor Hongzhi: “…”

Zhao Shiqian said: “The good situation in Baoding Prefecture is all thanks to your Majesty. You see, everyone has it. If you eat big fish and big meat, as long as you are willing to put in the effort, you won’t have to worry about starvation or cold.”

Emperor Hongzhi wanted to tell him that it was not big fish and big meat, but shredded meat. It was hard for others to tell. He was old and had to wear spectacles. Find the shredded meat.

Zhao Shiqian continued: “But outside of Baoding Mansion, there are so many corrupt officials and officials in the world, and how many self-proclaimed Qingtian lords there are, but in fact, no matter how clear they are, they are different from us ordinary people. It doesn’t matter, they don’t even look at us ordinary people. They have countless knowledge hidden in their hearts, but this knowledge has nothing to do with us people.”

“Our emperor, working hard, hides us in his heart. Ordinary people, how could they use the Duke of Qi and the wise people like Prefect Ouyang to open up the situation in Baoding Prefecture? Now… everything is over, there is nothing. When I think of going back to those dark days, I …I…I am very confused.”

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I’ll make up for tomorrow’s debt today, and I won’t stay up late in the future.

(End of chapter)