The Ming Dynasty’s Prodigal Son - Chapter 1728

[1728. Chapter 1643 Who do you think you are?]

Emperor Hongzhi looked at Cao Yuan.

This person was a Jinshi during the Chenghua period, and Emperor Hongzhi had quite an impression of this person.

Of course… this impression is limited to the report.

Seeing that Cao Yuan had something to say, and his tone had a special meaning, Emperor Hongzhi looked around, and everyone else stepped back in a sensible manner.

Only Fang Jifan was shameless and remained motionless.

Cao Yuan raised his head and glanced at Fang Jifan, then at Emperor Hongzhi.

Emperor Hongzhi was expressionless, so Cao Yuan knew for sure that the young man in front of him must be someone the imperial envoy could trust.

Cao Yuan then asked: “Have the imperial envoy ever thought about who is the person who plotted the assassination?” Emperor Hongzhi said calmly: “I don’t know. Why, Duke Cao already knows who the real murderer is.”

Cao Yuan smiled: “I don’t know where the murderer

is.”

I know…”

He felt that Emperor Hongzhi was extraordinary and seemed familiar to him, but he had no idea where he met him.

After all, a person of his level needs to meet too many people every day, which can be said to be countless people. So he thought about it, gave up the idea, and said solemnly: “The Duke of Wei has built a There are many weapons. I wonder if the imperial envoy has heard about them?”

Emperor Hongzhi said: “But I heard that these are sacrificial vessels and they are archived in the Hanlin Academy. In the early years, Duke Wei wrote to the imperial court and his majesty approved them. “

The noble family is proud of showing off their military power. Almost all the dukes of the Ming Dynasty would build weapons before they were buried. This Duke of Wei was the descendant of King Xu Da of Zhongshan. This is the tradition of the Xu family, so… in Before making weapons, they would first submit a letter to the imperial court, and then prepare them after the emperor’s approval.

“But doesn’t the imperial envoy feel that there are some problems in this?”

Emperor Hongzhi shook his head: “I have no real evidence and will never make unfounded guesses.”

At this time, Cao Yuan’s face darkened, and he squinted as if He also began to speculate on the temperament of this imperial envoy.

After thinking about it, Cao Yuan smiled again and said: “So, the imperial envoy found nothing in Nanjing?”

Emperor Hongzhi said: “That’s not entirely true. I found something after checking.”

Cao Yuan said: “I don’t know what it is?”

Hongzhi said The emperor calmed down and said, “This…can’t be said!”

Cao Yuan felt his heart was clogged.

I originally thought that… this time I had the pearl of wisdom, and the Duke of Wei must have something to do with it. Who knew that the imperial envoy I met in front of me turned out to be a fool. He had no real evidence for anything and did not dare to make unreasonable guesses. Or, he couldn’t. explain!

He then held the tea, took a sip, and said: “Exactly, exactly, it’s better not to say anything. The reason why I asked is because I am the censor of Zuo Fudu, and it is my duty to correct and impeach the officials in the south of the Yangtze River. I also ask the imperial envoy to forgive me. In addition, there are rumors outside, does the imperial envoy know… Nowadays, people in Nanjing are panicking. People say that the Duke of Wei is going to rebel. This Duke of Wei is entrenched in Nanjing and has deep roots. , it is not a trivial matter once the imperial envoy comes to Nanjing, he is assassinated. Who is the person who wants to assassinate the imperial envoy? Who dares to assassinate the imperial envoy, and who can mobilize so many people? What are you covering up? All this… is thought-provoking. Isn’t the imperial envoy… not worried at all?”

Emperor Hongzhi only listened to his words with a smile on his face: “I have already said that this is… This official is here with orders. As for the circumstances of the case, we must keep it secret. I don’t want to talk about it in detail.”

When it came to this, I didn’t expect that the imperial envoy would be so tight-lipped.

All of a sudden, Cao Yuan became vigilant.

He squinted his eyes and stared at Emperor Hongzhi, but suddenly said meaningfully: “Well, let’s not talk about this. Is the imperial envoy from Tai’an Prefecture, Jinan Prefecture, Shandong? Is your mentor Mr. Kong Nian from Shandong? So I have heard a lot about him, and even though I have never met him, I have some connections with him.”

Emperor Hongzhi couldn’t help but think that he didn’t expect that even this detail had been discovered by him.

Emperor Hongzhi said perfunctorily: “Since I came to Beijing to serve as an official, I haven’t seen you for a long time, although I occasionally study books. Over the years, I have become more and more alienated.”

“How can the friendship between teacher and student be alienated?” Cao Yuan said with a pleasant smile. : “Mr. Kong, although he is in the opposition, it is expected that he is very concerned about the future of the imperial envoy. After all, you are his favorite disciple. When I see the imperial envoy, there is an awe-inspiring aura all over his body, but why, so far, Or a member of the Hanlin Academy?”

Emperor Hongzhi began to wonder what medicine he was selling in his gourd.

“In the final analysis, it’s just that the current imperial court is dominated by jackals, and even virtuous talents have no hope of promotion. Although I am in Nanjing, I also know that nowadays, most of the people who are rising to success are those who came from Xishan, but we are waiting for the right path. It’s shameful that he was born in the last position of the imperial family. Thinking about it, isn’t the position of Minister of Civil Affairs in the hands of Xishan’s eldest disciple Ouyang Zhi? If he wants to appoint his own people, no one can do anything about it. I do have some friendship with Wu Zhong, the right minister of the Ministry of Personnel. If the imperial envoy returns to the capital this time, if he takes the path of Wu Zhong, he may be able to take advantage of today’s imperial order and use it to achieve success. It might as well be like this. I will write a letter and write it to that person. Wu Shilang, Wu Shilang looks at my thin face, so he will definitely pay attention to the imperial envoy.”

Emperor Hongzhi was furious.

Is this the legendary clique for selfish gain?

Or is he using this to seduce himself?

Emperor Hongzhi couldn’t help but wonder, if the real imperial envoy came, would he give in to Cao Yuan’s temptation?

Emperor Hongzhi pretended to refuse people thousands of miles away, and said slightly coldly: “This is a matter of official administration. We have officials to make decisions impartially, but we dare not trouble Duke Cao.”

When Cao Yuan heard this, he felt already in his heart. It’s wrath.

To be honest, in his eyes, just a mere imperial scholar was nothing.

The reason why he is afraid of the person in front of him is simply because of his status as an envoy.

Who would have known that after this person was assassinated, he refused to eat anything and his attitude was unclear.

But now the arrow is on the string, and the officials in Nanjing have already taken advantage of the assassination of the imperial envoy to make a big fuss, alluding to the rebellion of the Duke of Wei, and assassinated the imperial envoy. If the imperial envoy didn’t relent, wouldn’t everything he had done before be in vain?

After all these good words, he mentioned the other party’s mentor and said that he could give him a future in the future. Who knew that the other party was still like this. The person in front of him… was really stupid and unenlightened!

Cao Yuan suddenly became rude: “The officialdom is ups and downs. Who knows the honor and disgrace tomorrow. Today, the imperial envoy is honored as an imperial envoy. Following the emperor’s order is certainly prestigious, but after returning to the capital, he handed over the order and still served as an attendant. That official The Minister of Wu can promote people, but if he offends him, it is also common for him to take advantage of the influence of the Beijing Police to demote an official. What’s more, I am the Zuo Deputy Capital Censor, although I can’t control it. It’s Jiangnan Yanlu, but there are some connections in the Metropolitan Procuratorate. If someone impeaches the imperial envoy at this time, it will be detrimental to the official reputation of the imperial envoy.”

Emperor Hongzhi was even more angry.

These words were already a naked threat.

The dignified imperial envoy, actually… actually…

He couldn’t imagine how much dirt was hidden in this peaceful world.

But he saw Cao Yuan looking at him with complacency.

Emperor Hongzhi immediately turned red with anger and gritted his teeth.

Emperor Hongzhi’s reaction was not beyond Cao Yuan’s expectations.

Hanlin, who has been in the Hanlin Academy for most of his life, still has not seen much of the world, and at this age, he still has a “childish” look.

In Cao Yuan’s opinion, this is a normal phenomenon. Everyone has a desire to pull first and then strike, so he is not afraid that the person in front of him will not obey.

What’s more, he had already inquired about it, and this imperial envoy… was actually harmed by Xishan. He was promoted many times, and was promoted first by the disciples of Xishan. It’s just that some people are more stupid and don’t know how powerful he is without knocking a few points.

At this time, Emperor Hongzhi suddenly stood up and said rudely: “How dare you threaten me?”

Cao Yuan looked at the angry old attendant and smiled. He held the teacup in his arms and took a sip of tea. He said slowly and calmly: “As the censor of Zuo Fudu, how can I threaten the imperial envoy? But…then again, so what if I threaten you? The truth is, I have already told you clearly that things in this world are very complicated. Simple, just like the water of the Qinhuai River, it is mighty and mighty. Those who follow it will prosper, and those who go against it will perish. If the imperial envoy is not ordered by the emperor, but he is just a servant, so what if I threaten you, and what if I offend you? “

Hongzhi ?

The emperor looked miserable.

His first taste was of injustice.

This feeling… made him feel like there was a big stone in his heart.

His body was trembling, but this was the first time he had experienced such a thing, and he was about to blurt out: “I…”

I just said it.

There was a hint of surprise on Cao Yuan’s face, but at this moment, Fang Jifan on the side suddenly stepped forward, clenched his fist, and punched him hard.

Cao Yuan never expected that at this time… the young man next to him who was not very noticeable would be so presumptuous.

He shouted sharply at the same time: “You dog-like thing, who dares to be so presumptuous in front of me? Do you know that I…”

Bang…

Cao Yuan’s warning did not stop Fang Jifan.

A punch struck down, carrying strong wind.

Before the punch arrives, the wind has arrived.

Cao Yuan was stunned. He seemed to feel that the situation was out of his control.

The deputy of an imperial envoy in front of me was so bold.

The punch arrived, hitting the eye socket.

There was a snap… Cao Yuan suddenly felt a heartbreaking pain coming from his eye socket.

He bared his teeth and subconsciously covered his eyes. The body sitting on the chair fell over due to the force, and then he fell to the ground.

Boom…

the person and the seat are connected to the bottom, and dust rises.

Fang Jifan looked murderous and gritted his teeth: “You are like a dog, but do you know who I am? Are you worthy of talking to me like this?”

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