Chapter 116: Jixia Academy, academic dispute, two destiny, must fight
Inside the Duke's Mansion.
Gu Jinnian really didn't expect that so many forces were involved behind this.
"Grandpa, what are all these forces trying to do?"
"And so many children have been drained of their blood and turned into vessels. Are they sacrificing something?"
Gu Jinnian had his own guess. There were more than 7,000 corpses in Bailu Mansion. This was what he had seen. There were only 20,000 to 30,000 corpses that he could not see.
With such a terrifying amount, Gu Jinnian refused to believe that he was practicing magic skills.
"It's possible."
"His Majesty is already conducting a thorough investigation into this matter secretly. If nothing unexpected happens, the result will be announced soon."
"What you did in Bailu Mansion just helped His Majesty. Now that the whole world is paying attention to this matter, Your Majesty can take action."
"If there is any news, if His Majesty wants to tell you, he will naturally tell you. You should leave this matter alone."
"Who is behind this has nothing to do with you. If the sky falls, there will be tall people who can help you. Grandpa's generation is still alive, so it won't be your turn."
The old man seemed to know some secrets. He said so, hoping that Gu Jinnian would not interfere in this matter.
This matter involves a lot, and it is indeed not something that Gu Jinnian can get involved in right now. People from the older generation are here. If they can't do anything, Gu Jinnian won't be able to do anything either.
"Understood."
"Grandpa, when do you plan to go on an expedition?"
Gu Jinnian nodded and looked at the old man curiously.
"In two days, we will go to the military camp to order generals."
"In five days, let's set off for the expedition."
The old man calculated the time and gave this answer.
"So fast?"
Gu Jinnian was a little curious.
"Be quick to avoid making any mistakes."
"Jinnian, grandpa still wants to remind you that no matter what happens when grandpa goes out this time, you can bear it as long as you can. If anyone dares to cause trouble for you, just remember his name."
"Grandpa comes back this time and it's time to retire. Before he retires, grandpa will help you overcome all obstacles."
The old man spoke very calmly.
But Gu Jinnian could tell that the old man wanted to make a last ditch effort.
Once the border is stabilized, the Great Xia Dynasty will completely enter its heyday, wars will almost never happen, and the ZTE will begin.
Then the internal struggle will reach a fever pitch, and this will be the last thing the old man can do for Gu Jinnian.
It would be a good thing for Gu Jinnian to wipe out all the enemies, even if they only exchange one for one.
This is the benefit of having family help.
"clear."
"Then my grandson wishes grandpa a successful start in advance."
Gu Jinnian didn't say much. The mission of a soldier is to protect his family and country, especially a famous general like the old man.
Even though the Northern Expedition was dangerous, he would not stop it. For both the dynasty and the old man, the battlefield was the place they cared about.
"Jinnian, remember, there are no eternal enemies in this world, only eternal interests."
The old man continued to speak, and at the same time took out some letters and placed them in front of Gu Jinnian.
"This is a letter from the four princes. I hope that this matter can be reconciled. Grandpa, I have not agreed for the time being, but at a critical moment, if their help is needed, we can resolve the grievances."
The letters in front of me are from the four princes among the eight princes.
I sent a letter privately, hoping that the old man would forgive me.
Indeed, if their help is really needed, these four people will play a big role at critical moments. If their help is not needed, there will be opportunities to deal with it in the future.
It's like taking the initiative.
Gu Jinnian had some insights.
But the old man continued to speak.
"Okay, you will stay at home with your mother these days, rest at home for two days, and then return to the academy after two days."
"Also, after grandpa goes to the border, besides our own family, you must listen carefully to Mr. Wenjing's words. He is the only person you can trust besides our own family."
"If you have any thoughts or ideas, you can ask him. There is no need to hide it from him."
The old man continued to speak and mentioned Su Wenjing.
"Mr. Wenjing."
Gu Jinnian nodded. Since the old man had spoken like this, Gu Jinnian had nothing to say.
That's it.
Gu Jinnian has been staying at Gu's house for the past two days.
Most of the time I still spend time with my mother. After all, after so many things happened, my mother is the one who cares most about me.
By the way, I also went to the palace and met my grandmother.
In the thirteenth year of Yongsheng's reign, January 1st.
The entire Daxia Dynasty seemed to be full of joy, and the arrival of the new year seemed to wash away everything. However, the most festive day of the Daxia Dynasty was February 15th, which was the Chinese New Year.
January 1st is a celebration day, but people still have to prepare for the New Year. On this day, just have a night banquet.
On this day, three imperial edicts were also issued in the palace.
An imperial edict was issued for the Duke of Zhen to go on an expedition. He was conferred the title of General of the Northern Expedition, and sent ten additional marquises and thirty-three generals to accompany him on the expedition, leading an army of 500,000, including 100,000 cavalry.
Officers were drawn from the three major military camps, and they also had all the orders in the northwest. In other words, when the old man went out, he not only took away Daxia's 500,000-strong army, but also took all the military power in the northwest border with him.
When necessary, Shankui Army, King Qilin, and King Zhou's men also need to cooperate and coordinate.
This force is so strong that it can only be said to be the master of kings.
The leader is the Duke of Zhenguo.
Giving the people unlimited hope and confidence, the title of Zheng Guogong is definitely not for nothing.
The second imperial edict is about the affairs of Bailu Mansion.
The emperor has an order to conduct a thorough investigation of the Daxia Dynasty. The Xuandeng Department, the Town Government Department, the Criminal Department, the Dali Temple, the Ministry of War, and the newly built Supervisory Office will conduct an all-round investigation into the theft of children.
We will conduct a serious investigation and if any official is found to have concealed something or failed to report it, he will be executed immediately.
If any official is found to be negligent, he will be dismissed from his post, investigated, and exiled to Guta.
If it is discovered that the number of missing children in a prefecture exceeds fifty per year, the local prefect will be dismissed from office to investigate and investigate, and he will be executed after the fall.
The whistleblower who reports the crime will be rewarded with a maximum reward of one thousand taels of silver and fifty acres of fertile land.
At the same time, if anyone knows the situation, they can go straight to Kyoto and report to the Supervisory Office alone. All memorials will be heard by heaven, and the lawbreakers will be severely punished.
This second imperial edict is just one word in the eyes of everyone.
ruthless.
Extremely cruel.
The Xuandeng Department, the Town Government Department, the Inspectorate, the Ministry of Punishment, the Ministry of War, and the Dali Temple are six completely independent agencies to conduct thorough investigations, which greatly reduces mutual cover-up.
The more departments there are, the more complicated things will be. If you want to protect an individual, it will be very difficult, which means you have to go through the other five departments to protect it. As long as one department feels that there is a problem or feels inappropriate, then the matter will be Can't do it.
Secondly, His Majesty obviously attaches great importance to this matter, and even the people of Daxia attach great importance to it.
Who among the six departments doesn’t want to rush to solve the case? Who doesn’t want to be loved by the people? Especially the Inspectorate, which is a new authority. Compared with these five departments, the qualifications are definitely not comparable, so naturally they have to make some achievements.
Otherwise, how can we gain a foothold in the future?
It can be seen that Emperor Yongsheng is serious about this. In full view of everyone, no one dares to play tricks on this.
Whoever plays will die.
As for the third imperial edict, it was about Gu Jinnian. It first reprimanded, then praised all the people, and then returned to the essence.
It's nothing more than that Gu Jinnian made a mistake in this matter, and it was a big mistake. The people were not wrong. The people are united and aware of everything. So I came out to say something fair and punished Gu Jinnian to write a three-thousand-word self-criticism. At the same time, I also punished Gu Jinnian.
Gu Jinnian was appointed as the inspector and commander, a fourth-grade official and not affiliated with any organization.
A separate inspection team was set up. Gu Jinnian was not allowed to mess around with anything he encountered in the future. He did not have the power to kill first and report later, but he had the power to reach heaven to listen. Moreover, the Sixth Department must deal with the matter of Gu Jinnian's inspection within three days.
No matter what method of handling it, it is up to the emperor to decide, but he must cooperate with Gu Jinnian.
It seems like nothing, but in fact this is the "right to draft". After this imperial edict was issued, all civil and military officials fell silent.
This power is no worse than beheading first and reporting later. In other words, officials from all over the country should be careful when seeing Gu Jinnian in the future.
I have really offended Gu Jinnian, so I will write you a small report directly. The six ministers will take a look at it. Regardless of whether there is any mistake, someone must be sent to investigate. Yes, be diligent. If there is a mistake, then you will die.
This is even more disgusting than the censor.
But no one dared to say anything. The imperial edict had been issued, and no one dared to provoke Gu Jinnian.
After the imperial edict is issued.
Some departments also started working.
Externally it was the Northern Expedition.
Internally, we are investigating the matter thoroughly.
And just today.
Two figures also appeared at Gu's house.
It's Xu Jin and Wang Peng.
Gu Jinnian was a little surprised. When he learned that Xu Jin and Wang Peng had come to the Gu family, he immediately went to greet them.
On the day of execution, Xu Jin and Wang Peng brought Shan Kuijun Ten Thousand People's Register to themselves, and Gu Jinnian remembered this kindness in his heart.
Meet the two of them in person.
The two of them had a little silly laugh, and after entering the Duke's mansion, they couldn't help but admire the grandeur.
"Two generals, are you planning to go back?"
After arriving at the lobby, Gu Jinnian spoke up and asked the two of them why they were there.
At the same time, ask the servants to prepare fine tea.
Upon hearing this, Xu Jin and Wang Peng were a little embarrassed, but they looked at each other and felt hesitant to speak.
"On the day of execution, you two brought me the Book of Ten Thousand People. I am very grateful. If you need anything, just ask."
"As long as Gu can do it, he will do his best."
Gu Jinnian didn't know what they wanted to say, but he was hesitant to say anything because he obviously had something to ask for, so he agreed directly.
As soon as he said this, Wang Peng stopped talking.
"His Royal Highness."
"The matter of Bailu Mansion."
"Brother Xu and I both admire His Highness's actions. The two of us are rough men. To put it bluntly, we are rough people."
"But I greatly admire what His Highness has done. Not only the two of us, but also hundreds of our brothers all admire His Highness."
"Thinking that His Highness the Crown Prince is about to be granted the title of Marquis, he will definitely need someone to help him do the dirty work."
"Brother Xu and I are willing to support His Royal Highness, but we are afraid that His Highness will dislike us for being clumsy."
When Wang Peng spoke, he was a little stammering at first, but later on, he became sincere and willing to follow Gu Jinnian.
As soon as he said this, Xu Jin immediately knelt down.
"Your Highness, the general is stupid and doesn't know what to say. What brother Wang Peng said is what the general is thinking."
"As long as His Royal Highness the Crown Prince does not dislike you, I will serve as His Royal Highness the Crown Prince, and I will never complain."
Xu Jin spoke.
His eyes were full of determination.
The two of them did not tell a single lie. In the case of Bailu Mansion, Gu Jinnian was decisive in killing people. He asked for orders for the people and was brave enough to take action. He was not like that kind of sour scholar, but he was a general.
To put it bluntly, Gu Jinnian conquered the two of them with his charisma.
Otherwise, the two of them would not have tried their best to get a joint roster for Gu Jinnian in Shankui Army.
I really admire Gu Jinnian, and if I want to follow Gu Jinnian, especially since Gu Jinnian is about to become a marquis, he can have troops accompanying him.
The two of them were partial generals in Shan Kuijun, and following Gu Jinnian, the tide would naturally rise. Of course, the most important thing was that Gu Jinnian convinced them and made them deeply admired.
Hearing the two men speak, Gu Jinnian was immediately overjoyed.
Xu Jin and Wang Peng are not ordinary people. The existences that sneaked out of the military camp are all the existences that have fought countless battles on the battlefield.
He is also decisive in killing, as you can see when he was in Bailu Mansion. He is definitely not the kind of sad and indecisive person.
This is a good general.
Unexpectedly, he would be willing to follow him? This is what Gu Jinnian did not expect.
"So good."
"The two of you actually have such thoughts, Gu is really feeling a little emotional."
Gu Jinnian stood up. He was a little happy. This joy did not need to be hidden in his heart, and then directly helped the two of them stand up.
As Gu Jinnian spoke, the two of them also looked happy. They were really worried that Gu Jinnian looked down on them.
After all, Gu Jinnian is one of the top dignitaries in Daxia, and his grandfather is the Duke of Zhenguo. If he really wants to arrange for someone to be his subordinate, there are countless people in the military camp who are better than the two of them.
For a moment, the two of them were flattered.
"It will be an honor for me to follow the crown prince."
The two of them spoke, looking extremely excited.
"It is a great joy in life for Gu to have the support of these two people."
"However, Mr. Gu has not yet been ennobled as a marquis, so it is not good to arrange it directly. How about the two of you entering the Gu family first, under my father's name, waiting for Mr. Gu to be ennobled, and then transferred back?"
When Gu Jinnian spoke up, it was indeed a good thing that these two people took the initiative to follow him.
The old man has many soldiers under his command. If he really needs to, he can indeed call in some stronger ones, but the problem is that these people come to follow him because of the old man's face.
Unlike Xu Jin and Wang Peng, they actively follow and become their own people.
"His Royal Highness can make arrangements."
Xu Jin was a little excited and didn't know what to say.
"Your Highness, would you like to include some other brothers? If Your Highness has any concerns, then they will be allowed to go back."
Wang Peng spoke up.
"No."
Gu Jinnian shook his head.
"Don't use people you doubt, don't use people you trust."
"The two generals have a sincere heart, and I have no doubts about it."
Gu Jinnian spoke up and gave the two of them the greatest trust.
Indeed, such trust made the two of them shed tears. Then Gu Jinnian inquired about the specific personnel, and then asked the servants in the mansion to go to the Ministry of War to apply for transfer orders.
Xu Jin and Wang Peng each brought 250 troops, adding up to 500 troops.
They are all trustworthy brothers.
If the Marquis of Daxia does not have military power, he can raise one thousand to three thousand troops. There is no big problem in terms of quantity.
However, Gu Jinnian did not hesitate and took out a banknote with a face value of five thousand taels of gold.
Equivalent to half a million copper coins.
"Since you have followed me, you will not treat your brothers badly."
"I will give this money to the brothers for their expenses during this period. They will have room and board at the Duke's Mansion. Tell the brothers that in addition to the salary from the court, I will receive an additional allowance of thirty taels of silver per month from now on."
"The two of you will receive an additional allowance of two hundred taels per month."
"When the Hou Mansion is built, you can just go and live in the Hou Mansion."
Gu Jinnian spoke out, and if the other party was willing to follow him, he couldn't be stingy.
Five thousand taels of gold is considered as the first gift, and an additional thirty taels of silver will be added as a subsidy thereafter.
It seems ordinary. Five hundred people are a subsidy of 15,000 taels of silver, which is 150,000 taels of silver in one year.
Think about it again, how much did other feudal kings spend in a year?
But this is inevitable.
Sincerity is the first priority, but benefits are more important. No matter how big the cake or painting is, giving money is the most practical thing.
"Thank you, Your Highness."
The two of them didn't want to talk too much. This money was used to win people's hearts. If they didn't accept it, there would be problems.
And Gu Jinnian also told them to just stay at the Zhenguo Palace during this period. When the official documents are completed, Gu Jinnian will come to them if necessary. Now they just want to get familiar with some things.
By the way, Gu Jinnian gave the two of them a letter.
"Xu Jin, Wang Peng, you are spending this time in Kyoto to relax."
"But we need to observe some things carefully. The letter is very clear. Record the things and organize them for me."
Gu Jinnian spoke up, he really had something he needed the two of them to do.
Originally, I planned to let people from the Duke's Mansion do it, but now that I have my own people, it will be more convenient to use it.
"Please rest assured, Your Majesty, the general will handle this matter seriously."
The two of them cupped their hands and looked extremely respectful.
"Okay, I'm sorry."
Gu Jinnian is not verbose and knows some ways of controlling people.
Soon, Xu Jin and Wang Peng left the Duke's Mansion to go through some procedures and solve problems such as accommodation.
After the two left, Gu Jinnian couldn't help but let out a long breath.
This feeling of being in charge.
It feels a little comfortable inexplicably.
No wonder everyone in ancient times wanted to be an official, it was really fun.
However, the money is indeed spent a lot. I must recruit a good army, with strong execution ability and strength, so that this kind of thing will not happen again in the future and no one will listen to me.
It is better to take 3,000 elite cavalrymen to work in other places. If anyone disobeys, beheaded on the spot, it is better than deploying troops yourself.
To do so would be to cut off first and then report later, which is a bit overstepping one's authority.
Much lighter than deploying troops.
Very good, very refreshing.
in this way.
The next day.
Gu Jinnian stayed at home for a few days and was leaving today.
Return to Daxia Academy.
After bidding farewell to his mother, Gu Jinnian left the Gu family.
But on the way back to the academy, before walking a few steps, a familiar figure appeared.
It's Su Huaiyu.
"His Royal Highness."
"Senior asked me to bring you a message."
Su Huaiyu looked mysterious and pulled Gu Jinnian into the street.
"ha?"
Gu Jinnian didn't expect that Su Huaiyu would suddenly appear, especially when he said such strange words, he didn't understand it.
What does it mean?
Su Huaiyu ignored Gu Jinnian's doubts and said in a lowered voice.
"This is the ancient order from the senior. He said that if you encounter any trouble in the future, just crush this ancient order and he will arrive within ten breaths."
"Three ancient orders represent three opportunities. If you use them up, you must become your disciple. Otherwise, the consequences will be serious."
Su Huaiyu was extremely serious and no longer had his usual sense of joking.
"What is it, senior?"
"Brother Su, please speak more clearly."
Gu Jinnian is a little confused. This Su Huaiyu is a traitor. Gu Jinnian is not that kind of pedantic person, but the problem is that you can explain it clearly.
"Do you still remember that powerful demon?"
Su Huaiyu spoke up, looking a little nervous.
"A powerful demon?"
Gu Jinnian frowned slightly, telling the truth, he remembered it, and he was very impressed.
"When you were imprisoned in the prison, this demonic senior came to Daxia Kyoto. If His Majesty still wants to kill you that day, he will directly rob the execution ground."
Su Huaiyu spoke calmly and told Gu Jinnian the whole story.
"Tribulation field? Hiss!"
Gu Jinnian was shocked at first, and then couldn't help but become curious.
"Although he is strong, there are so many strong people in Kyoto. Even if he has the ability to escape, he still needs a map of Kyoto. Otherwise, it will be very troublesome to rob the law field by force."
Gu Jinnian frowned. He knew that this peerless strong man could understand the calamity field, but the problem was that there was no map, so it was a bit difficult to intercept the field directly. After all, this was Daxia Kyoto, and there were Daxia formations.
You need a map.
Glancing at Su Huaiyu, who was silent, Gu Jinnian understood immediately.
Good guy, as expected of you.
Kyoto map, give it to me if you ask for it, you are really the first surrender faction
"How dare you do such a thing? Aren't you afraid that the court will hold you accountable and cause trouble for you?"
Gu Jinnian couldn't help but say something. He felt that Su Huaiyu was really powerful. He seemed to be doing random things, but at least he could think carefully and take every step to understand what could be done and what couldn't be done. Gu Jinnian still had something in mind.
This Su Huaiyu is a bit powerful.
But after saying this, he looked at Su Huaiyu again. The latter was silent, but Gu Jinnian understood instantly.
Good guy.
Good guy.
This guy eats both sides, I'm afraid he contacted the emperor immediately.
One word.
Absolutely.
"Aren't you afraid of something happening?"
Gu Jinnian was a little helpless. It was good to eat both ends, but wouldn't it be troublesome if a strong demonic master discovered it?
After accepting these three ancient orders, Gu Jinnian also made up his mind.
After using three coins, you have to worship him as your teacher, so wouldn’t two coins be enough for you?
Two prostitutes for nothing, you will make money with blood.
However, when Gu Jinnian said this, Su Huaiyu felt a little uncomfortable.
"It was discovered."
"Senior asked me to bring you a message."
"If you use up these three ancient orders, you can directly become a disciple."
"If I don't use it up within ten years, he will kill me."
Su Huaiyu felt like crying but had no tears.
"Kill you for what?"
Gu Jinnian is a little confused?
"Senior, what I mean is that you value love and righteousness, and you will definitely not see your brothers being killed."
"Your Highness, why don't you do this? In the ninth year, you will feel aggrieved and worship him as your teacher. Su has countless friends. This man is very strong and has extraordinary strength."
"If you take him as your teacher, you will definitely become a great person."
Su Huaiyu was honest and told the truth.
"okay."
"Nine years is too long. Let's talk about it later."
"Brother Su, what was the result of the investigation you were asked to investigate before?"
Gu Jinnian hooked Su Huaiyu's shoulder and walked to the academy while asking about these things.
However, Su Huaiyu stretched out his hand to pull away from Gu Jinnian's arm, looking a little indifferent.
"His Royal Highness."
"Su doesn't care about other things. Men should do as little as possible to hold each other's backs."
Su Huaiyu was very indifferent.
"You can't even put your arms around your shoulders?"
Gu Jinnian was a little angry. This guy was sick, right?
"First of all, the review and inspection are strict."
"Secondly, so many people look at you every day, and you will be misunderstood if you are so close to each other."
"After all, what if there are female fans?"
Su Huaiyu was very confused and started to get nervous again.
Gu Jinnian has also gotten used to it. This guy has a problem with his brain and sometimes likes to talk about some inexplicable things.
But it's normal. After being in prison, Gu Jinnian also deeply understands how painful it is to be in prison.
This is all about concentrating on yourself to understand the truth. If you can't concentrate on it, it's normal to go crazy.
Moreover, Su Huaiyu's prison life was definitely worse than his own, so it was reasonable for him to be a little neurotic.
"How's it going?"
Gu Jinnian continued to ask.
"His Majesty is already conducting a thorough investigation. There are many things that it is not convenient for me to investigate."
"But maybe I know something."
"Maybe someone is refining the nine evil weapons."
Su Huaiyu spoke up and answered.
"Nine evil weapons?"
Gu Jinnian was a little curious.
"Confucianism and Taoism have the Nine Sacred Weapons. Naturally, crooked Taoism also has the Nine Great Evil Weapons."
"There is an evil weapon called human desire. This evil weapon needs to be fed by human essence and blood. Once it is sacrificed, it can infinitely increase a person's desire and turn it into a killing weapon."
"If used well, it will have unparalleled power in war. Your Majesty, you might as well imagine boldly that you lead 10,000 elites and face 10,000 ordinary people, but these people are desperate for their lives. They have no sense of pain and only know how to kill.
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"What are your chances of winning?"
Su Huaiyu revealed the power of the Nine Evil Weapons.
"There is a high probability that we will win, but we will definitely have to pay a heavy price."
Gu Jinnian looked serious.
Ten thousand elites are strong, but when it comes to people who don't care about their lives, it's different, even though they may still win in the end.
The price to pay must be huge.
The most important thing in war is morale.
Morale is low, one hundred thousand cannot beat others' thirty thousand.
With high morale, it is possible for thirty thousand to wipe out one hundred thousand.
This human desire is truly terrifying.
"But why use the essence and blood of the people of Daxia?"
"The cost is too high, and once discovered, it will cause some trouble."
However, Gu Jinnian raised doubts again.
This setting is acceptable, but why use the essence and blood of the people of Daxia? This is somewhat unreasonable.
After all, Daxia's population is not the largest.
The population of the Dajin Dynasty was more than twice that of Daxia, and the Fuluo Dynasty also had a large population. Moreover, the Fuluo Dynasty was on an island, surrounded by hundreds of small islands of various sizes.
In addition, there are many nomads in the north, so why choose Daxia?
"This is also where I'm confused."
"I don't know the specific details. I can only wait for His Majesty to investigate."
Su Huaiyu shook his head, he didn't know this matter clearly.
"kindness."
Gu Jinnian has nothing more to say. What needs to be done has been done. Some things really can only wait for investigation by the people above.
in this way.
The two of them walked forward, and after more than half an hour, they arrived at the academy.
Inside the academy.
The lanterns and festoons have already been decorated, and everyone is waiting for Gu Jinnian.
Old rules.
Wang Fugui bought some more good wine. When he learned that Gu Jinnian was going back to the academy today, he immediately asked the academy dining room to prepare tables of banquets for everyone to wait for Gu Jinnian.
Wait until you arrive at the academy.
All the students appeared together, including many masters and scholars from the academy. They all had smiles on their faces. When Gu Jinnian appeared, they bowed deeply to him.
"The prince is eternal."
Everyone bowed and shouted from the bottom of their hearts.
Everyone in the world couldn't help but admire what Gu Jinnian did, and the students of Daxia Academy naturally admired him even more.
"Your words hold true."
Facing everyone's bows, Gu Jinnian returned the favor.
"Brother Gu."
"The banquet has been prepared. I must not come home until I'm drunk today."
Wang Fugui walked over quickly, pulling Gu Jinnian and said excitedly.
"Brother Wang, it's really hard for me to go here this time."
Seeing Wang Fugui, Gu Jinnian couldn't help but speak out. After all, Wang Fugui was sent by him to investigate the case. Unexpectedly, he was detained for a while and suffered a serious crime.
"Brother Gu, you are the one who really suffered, and we are nothing."
"Let's go, go and drink, go and drink."
Wang Fugui was extremely enthusiastic and took Gu Jinnian to drink.
Faced with Wang Fugui's behavior, Gu Jinnian also smiled and followed the others to drink.
Arrive at the dining room.
Everyone sat down and before the meal started, everyone started to toast one after another. Even some masters and great scholars toasted to Gu Jinnian.
"A gentleman serves the people and cares about the common people. Jinnian, Jinnian, I have lived for decades, and I have never seen a person like you, born in a powerful family, but not guilty of bad habits. He speaks out for the people and does not hesitate to put his own life to the test.
Risk, I admire you, I admire you."
A master came with wine and praised Gu Jinnian's deeds.
He drank it in one gulp.
Soon a great scholar came over, first sighed, and then praised.
"Jinnian, you have done something that is difficult for us to do. You are not afraid of power and care about the common people. This is the way of a gentleman. Compared with you, a great scholar like me is simply ashamed."
"I punish myself with three drinks."
The great scholar spoke, and while he was speaking, he drank three more cups to show his respect.
It has to be said that what Gu Jinnian did has spread throughout the entire Daxia Dynasty, and even in the Eastern Wasteland, and no one knows about it.
There are very few people who can plead for the lives of the people, and it is even rarer to risk one's life.
If Gu Jinnian came from a poor family, it would be okay.
But Gu Jinnian is a powerful person, and he doesn't want to offend a group of powerful people even though he has a great future. This kind of quality is truly valuable.
It also makes people have to respect and admire him.
Several people took turns toasting.
Gu Jinnian just took a small sip, but there was nothing he could do. There were two to three hundred people, one cup for you and one cup for me. If he had to cope with them all, he would probably fall unconscious.
At this moment, a voice sounded.
"I asked where the smell of wine came from, and it turned out to be here."
"Okay, you don't even call me here when you're drinking? You treat me like an outsider, right?"
The voice sounded, and it belonged to Yao Yunrou.
She was very direct. She walked into the dining room and sat down directly next to Gu Jinnian. Then she picked up the wine bottle and drank it in one gulp, looking very heroic.
Everyone knows that Yao Yunrou is a heavy drinker, but she is so direct and bold that people don't know what to say.
"Fairy Yunrou, it's not that I didn't call you, the main reason is that I can't find you."
Wang Fugui immediately explained, fearing that Yao Yunrou would misunderstand.
"Oh, it seems I misunderstood you."
"Okay, I'll punish myself with three pots."
Yao Yunrou spoke, but she was indeed not angry. Then she picked up three wine bottles and drank them.
This amount of alcohol amazed everyone.
At this time, Fairy Yaochi also came.
Fairy Yaochi attracts everyone's attention. After all, everyone is a scholar, although they really like Yao Yunrou from the bottom of their hearts.
But on the surface, Fairy Yaochi is more in line with everyone. After all, she is gentle and elegant, and she is a lady.
Compared with everyone else's choices, Gu Jinnian's was more straightforward.
Only children make choices, he wants them all.
Fairy Yaochi came to the dining room and sat directly to the left of Gu Jinnian. Wang Fugui gave up his seat, and then Fairy Yaochi poured herself a glass of wine for the first time.
"Senior Brother Gu, Yaochi would like to propose a toast to you."
Fairy Yaochi spoke and drank the wine in the cup while speaking.
"You're welcome, fairy."
Gu Jinnian also raised his glass in response.
The next time was much simpler. Everyone toasted to Gu Jinnian, but Fairy Yunrou helped Gu Jinnian block them.
With wine, Fairy Yunrou is obviously much happier.
Gu Jinnian, on the other hand, chatted with everyone about the affairs of Bailu Mansion, putting aside some of the angry words of everyone.
Gu Jinnian also learned about the experiences of Wang Fugui and Jiang Yezhou.
After several of them went to Bailu Mansion, they were actually discovered the next day. However, Xu Ping, the man of the mansion, was very cunning and did not stop them, hoping that they would return without success.
Unexpectedly, at the critical moment, Jiang Yezhou discovered a suspicious point. Before these children disappeared, they all visited Qingyuan Temple.
So a few people went to Qingyuan Temple and discovered something was wrong, thanks to Wang Fugui.
After all, Wang Fugui's family was in business and would hide money in the cellar, so he checked the Qingyuan Temple and found something wrong.
But after the problem was discovered, the person was arrested and imprisoned directly in the back mountain.
Simply, Gu Jinnian saved them at the critical moment, otherwise, they would have starved to death.
The people in Bailu Mansion also knew that they were of extraordinary status and did not dare to beat them. They could only imprison them and give them some leaves and wild fruits every day, but the amount was not much.
This is not to show mercy, but to create the illusion that several people were lost in the mountains and starved to death.
At that time, I would disembowel my stomach in the afternoon and find that the stomach was full of leaves and wild fruits, and I would be able to sit down.
It just takes a long time.
Otherwise, they would have died long ago.
When it comes to this matter, several people are still a little scared, but fortunately, the final result is good.
"Thanks to Brother Wang's cleverness, he told the people below that if he disappears, he will send a wordless letter back immediately."
"His Royal Highness is always vigilant, otherwise, we will be in serious trouble."
Jiang Yezhou spoke out with some emotion.
"After all, it's still my problem. If I had gone there in person, there might not have been so many things."
Gu Jinnian spoke.
"His Royal Highness the Crown Prince has serious words to say."
Everyone spoke.
The topic was a bit heavy, so Wang Fugui immediately picked up his glass and relaxed the atmosphere.
At this moment, a bookboy walked in.
"Your Highness, the dean has invited you."
After hearing this, everyone was a little curious, but they didn't say anything. Gu Jinnian didn't hesitate and stood up directly.
After a while.
Gu Jinnian came to the study.
Regarding Su Wenjing, Gu Jinnian knew very well that he must know what happened in Bailu Mansion, otherwise it would be impossible to find a case for everyone to investigate.
It can be said that this matter was planned by Mr. Wen Jing.
It's just that some of his actions were beyond Mr. Wenjing's expectations.
But I have to say that Mr. Wenjing is still awesome.
"Student Gu Jinnian has met Mr. Wenjing."
Outside the study, Gu Jinnian shouted.
"Enter."
Mr. Wenjing spoke calmly.
At that moment, Gu Jinnian walked into the study and saw Mr. Wenjing still playing chess.
At the same time, he was also reading a chess book.
"Sir, why have you been learning to play chess recently?"
Looking at Su Wenjing with a serious look on his face, Gu Jinnian was also very direct, sitting down in front of him and asking.
"Jixia Academy will start soon."
"I have a big enemy. I live in Jixia Academy. His chess skills are superb. I have studied hard for three years and achieved some success. I plan to teach him a lesson."
Su Wenjing said calmly.
"Sir, do you still have enemies?"
"who is it?"
Gu Jinnian was a little curious. He was a quasi-half-saint, but he actually had enemies?
"I have many enemies."
"But it's not a big grudge."
"This person's name is Duan Kong."
Su Wenjing replied.
"Duan Kong? Eastern Barren Chess King?"
Gu Jinnian said the other party's name.
Go is extremely popular in China, and everyone can understand it whether they are scholars or not. For some Confucian scholars, playing chess exercises wisdom and gives a sense of accomplishment, so Go has become a game played after meals.
Duan Kong has a great background. He is the chess king of the Eastern Wilds. He entered the Tao through chess and is not an ordinary person.
Moreover, the battle of literati is not just as simple as poetry. Painting and chess are also concerned by many people.
"kindness."
Su Wenjing was very confused.
"Why did he provoke sir?"
Gu Jinnian was very curious.
"He used my name to go to brothels and tarnish my innocence."
Su Wenjing said calmly.
Gu Jinnian: ""
Ah this.
"That does have some problems."
"However, those who purify themselves will purify themselves, sir."
Gu Jinnian didn't know how to answer.
But Su Wenjing raised his head, looked at Gu Jinnian and said.
"No."
"I don't blame him for going to a brothel. The main thing is that he spends money every time."
"And it's generous."
"As a result, when I went to visit a brothel, I couldn't get any money and was reported."
Su Wenjing is very serious.
Gu Jinnian was completely speechless.
Mud, is it because love can’t be wasted?
"Sir, what's the matter with you calling me here?"
After being stunned for a while, Gu Jinnian didn't want to talk about these topics, but asked if there was anything else.
After hearing this, Su Wenjing put down the chess piece in his hand.
He stood up and said.
"Jinnian, you have to make a statement quickly."
He spoke out, looking a little serious.
"Li Yan?"
Gu Jinnian didn't expect that Su Wenjing came to him for this matter.
"Know the sage and establish his words."
"Stepping into the third realm of Confucianism and Taoism."
"I want to take you to Jixia Academy to participate in the academic battle."
Su Wenjing spoke up and explained the reason.
Jixia Academy?
Academic battle?
Looking back on this Jin year, I am even more confused.
"This Jixia Academy contains destiny, at least two ways."
