Chapter 961 The eldest son's ambition
After the arson incident, the gentry and powerful people in Songjiang Prefecture did not avoid suspicion and keep a low profile, but made a big fuss.
The frequency of poetry gatherings, banquets, and various gatherings is alarmingly high, and even the business of restaurants and brothels is going against the trend and is doing incredibly well.
Gentry, scholars, and even retired officials all came out.
There is only one central topic for discussion.
——How to deal with this wave of disaster.
That’s right, in the eyes of these people in Songjiang Prefecture, this incident might turn into a disaster if not handled properly.
"That person is not a good person."
There are many brothels in Huating City, and since the arson incident, business has improved a lot in broad daylight. Those scholars and officials seemed to have rusted their brains as long as there were no women around them, and they could not think of a solution.
"Whether he is a good person or not, Nanjing will let him know. This is not the capital, and it is not a place where he can do whatever he wants."
Several local tyrants were drinking in a brothel. The prostitutes beside them had their clothes half undressed and were getting goose bumps from time to time in the spring atmosphere.
"News came from Nanjing that Jiang Qingzhi brought the Tiger Guards with him on this trip!"
There were five people in the room. The one sitting by the window was Wang Mengqiu, the host of today's dinner. He hugged the prostitute beside him and sighed, "That person is cruel and ruthless. I'm afraid he won't make sense... There's a saying that goes, when a scholar meets a soldier, he can't explain himself clearly."
The tyrant across from him was called Han Yin. He sneered, "Does he dare to mobilize his army to kill people in Songjiang Prefecture? If he does, the whole world will be shaken... I'm afraid it will only take a day for them to rise up in rebellion."
Wang Mengqiu nodded, "Confucianism and Mohism cannot coexist. Jiang Qingzhi's trip will definitely suppress us..."
"Brother Wang, this is not the important thing." Han Yin interrupted him, "The important thing is to check the land."
Another person said, "Yes! Confucianism and Mohism cannot coexist. Let's put this aside for now. Let's put the issue of clearing the land aside first."
"This is related to the wealth of my children and grandchildren."
Wang Mengqiu said calmly, "I know. But when doing things, there must be a legitimate reason! If we openly force Jiang Qingzhi and force the court to withdraw its decision, how will people in the world look at us?"
Wang Mengqiu looked at everyone, "Oh! So the Confucian gentlemen are making a fuss just for their own selfish interests?"
Han Yin smiled bitterly, and then his eyes lit up, "Brother Wang means... we should stir up public opinion and make people think that Jiang Qingzhi's investigation is fake, and his purpose is to suppress our Confucianism."
"Yes." Wang Mengqiu said: "First stand up for the truth, and then encourage those people to take action. Either surround them, or fight them in a group..."
"Aren't you afraid that he will do it?"
"Take action?" Wang Mengqiu laughed, looking quite ferocious. "We just hope he takes action. Once he takes action... who is on the right side, who has the final say?"
"Of course it's us!"
Han Yin laughed, "We say he wants to suppress our Confucianism, that's it. Jiang Qingzhi has no way to defend himself."
"That's right." Wang Mengqiu smiled and said, "Those people are the most stupid. They only need to be instigated and someone takes the lead, and they will follow suit and surround Jiang Qingzhi. Once they start, who wouldn't want to fight a peaceful fight?"
Han Yin nodded. "Besides, the people usually have a lot of anger and dissatisfaction accumulated. If they find a chance to vent, they will be more ruthless than us. Wonderful, wonderful! If my brother goes to lead the army, I'm afraid he will not be inferior to Jiang Qingzhi."
"That is."
"Brother Wang's ability to plan and strategize, in my opinion, Jiang Qingzhi can't even catch up with him!"
"You're too kind, too kind!" Wang Mengqiu smiled modestly, but there was a sense of complacency in his eyes.
knock knock!
There was a knock on the door.
"What's the matter?"
The door opened, and it was Han Yin's servant. He bowed and said, "Master, there is news from Nanjing that the Minister of Rites Wang Hui was captured by Jiang Qingzhi."
indoor.
silence!
After an unknown amount of time, Han Yin said in a gloomy voice, "He really did it. Killing the monkey to scare the chickens... Wang Hui has become the monkey. Who will be the next one?"
Wang Mengqiu said coldly: "In Nanjing, Duke Wei is cautious and will not get too close to him."
The servant glanced at him and said, "The news also said that... Duke Wei has surrendered to Jiang Qingzhi."
Wang Mengqiu: “…”
……
"Xu Chengzong is in two minds."
Xu family, Xu Fan sneered.
Wang Mengqiu came to Xu's house the next day. He no longer looked so proud, but rather humble.
All scholars aim to become officials, and Wang Mengqiu is no exception. However, he failed several imperial examinations and had no choice but to return home to inherit the family business.
This joke, which is well-known to later generations, is now a true portrayal of the meat-eaters in the Ming Dynasty.
Relying on his family connections, Wang Mengqiu was able to thrive in Songjiang Prefecture and had close ties with the local government and the biggest local tyrant, the Xu family.
"My Lord, Jiang Qingzhi has taken action, Duke Wei has surrendered, and Nanjing may not be able to stop him." Wang Mengqiu picked up the teacup and just sniffed it. He knew that the tea was top-grade. He took a sip of the tea and said quietly, "Jiang Qingzhi will definitely come to Songjiang later. How should we deal with it..."
Xu Fan narrowed his eyes, "Are those people panicking?"
Wang Mengqiu shook his head. “Some people are panicking, but more people are excited. They all say this is a rare opportunity. If we can successfully stop the new policy, we will all go down in history.”
"A righteous man!" Xu Fan said sarcastically, "I thought those people would start a fire to scare those people, but who would have thought that they would all be burned to death. The situation got out of control in an instant. Speaking of which, aren't those people panicking?"
"No one panicked." Wang Mengqiu raised his eyebrows. "Those people think that everyone will prosper together and be humiliated together."
"If Jiang Qingzhi takes action, he will definitely not stop at them. He will follow the clues and bring up a major case in Songjiang Prefecture to shock the entire South."
Xu Fan thought of the letter his father Xu Jie had sent by express horse.
——Don’t get involved in this matter!
Xu Fan felt that his father was old, no, he had been suppressed by Yan Song's party in the capital for a long time, so he lost his spirit. As the leader of Songjiang Prefecture, the southern part of the country and the world, how could the Xu family sit idly by at this time?
It’s time to stand up!
A single call from a high place will be followed by thousands of people. This is what a real man is!
Xu Fan's blood boiled, "I'll write to Nanjing."
The words were implicit, but Wang Mengqiu understood them.
——The Xu family’s network of relationships in Nanjing will be activated.
Make up!
To trip up Jiang Qingzhi!
As for the consequences...the young master's mind is now filled with the glory of being admired by everyone.
Countless hands were waving for him, and the entire South was cheering for him.
He failed in the imperial examination, but he has a good father!
The second in command of the dynasty, the emperor's close minister, and the leader of the literati.
All of this should be his!
Wang Mengqiu was very experienced. Just by taking one look at this young master, he knew that his ambition was growing.
Xu Fan noticed his gaze and calmed down instantly.
As expected, a tiger father will have a dog son. Xu Ge Lao is good at forbearance, and the so-called forbearance is just pretending. And this eldest son is not weak either.
Once the new policy can be suppressed, the subsequent counterattack will be directed at Jiang Qingzhi.
With Jiang Qingzhi's fall, Yan Song and his gang were also in big trouble.
Xu Jie took advantage of the situation and rose to power. The status of this eldest son...
Yan Shifan is second!
Unlike Yan Shifan, Yan Song and his son were denounced as treacherous and treacherous by the world, while Xu Jie was a famous minister who lived up to the world's expectations.
This guy has a bright future!
Wang Mengqiu thought about it for a while, and then said sincerely: "I think that the eldest master should be more cautious in this matter, so as not to be caught by others."
He pointed to the north and said, "It's not easy for Lord Xu to hold on despite the suppression of the treacherous officials!"
These were his heartfelt words, hinting to Xu Fan not to cause trouble for Xu Jie.
You just sit at home and take command.
But who is Xu Fan?
He went to the capital from time to time to serve Xu Jie, and he had heard Jiang Qingzhi's name so many times that he was familiar with it.
The powerful official was less than 20 years old, and the young man even younger than him had already become a famous general of the Ming Dynasty.
His poetry was also quite famous, and it was said that even Ning Yu, a famous prostitute in the capital, could not get him even if he paid her money.
Then he took power... All these things reminded Xu Fan: Hey! Don't be so cocky, Jiang Qingzhi is even more awesome than you!
What people fear most is comparison, and troubles also come from comparison.
Xu Fan was young and full of vigor, so he immediately said, "Tell those people that I will hold a banquet at my home tomorrow."
"Young Master..." Wang Mengqiu thought that your making such a fuss is like a firefly in the dark night, which is too eye-catching.
But just as he was about to persuade her, Xu Fan raised his eyebrows and said, "Many times, there is no construction without destruction! This is the case right now."
Wang Mengqiu thought of the fear those people showed when they mentioned Jiang Qing. After thinking about it, he smiled and said, "A snake cannot survive without a head. There must be someone in Songjiang Prefecture to take the lead in this matter. This person..."
You are handsome!
How could it be possible for the old coach to face his opponent directly as soon as he appeared on the field?
"Who else but me!" Xu Fan said indifferently.
What Wang Mengqiu didn't know was that news from all over the south had recently been constantly reaching the Xu family. The local tyrants were eagerly hoping that someone would stand up and lead everyone to fight against Jiang Qingzhi and the new policy.
This is a great opportunity, how could Xu Fan miss it?
Xu Fan was no fool, he was ready to lead the southern tyrants to counterattack, because he saw the huge benefits in the risk. If it succeeded, the south would be able to use its power to intimidate the capital.
He stayed in the south to support Xu Jie. The unprecedented unity of the south through this incident would terrify the capital!
Xu Jie took advantage of his power to attack, Jiang Qingzhi, Yan's party...
What a shit!
Thinking of this, Xu Fan said calmly: "When planning something, you should have a long-term vision!"
"What the eldest master said is very true." Wang Mengqiu stood up and said goodbye.
There was a gathering in the city today. A group of scholars held a poetry gathering in the name of discussing how to deal with the traitor Chiang.
The gathering place is outside the city, and the weather is good today, perfect for an outing.
Wang Mengqiu planned to go and take a look and relax at the same time.
Walking out of the Xu family's gate, I saw several riders galloping towards me. They dismounted from their horses and the leading man looked a little exhausted, which showed that he was in a hurry to get on with his journey.
"Is the eldest master here?" the man asked.
"Yes!" Menzi nodded, "What are you waiting for..."
"Jiang Qingzhi will arrive at Songjiang Prefecture soon."
In an instant, Wang Mengqiu's expression changed.
The place where those scholars gathered was right next to the road that Jiang Qingzhi had to take to enter the city.
A group of scholars were hotly criticizing Jiang Qingzhi, but the real culprit arrived.
"not good!"
(End of this chapter)
