The entire scene could hear a pin drop at this moment. After a few breaths, huge shock and astonishment exploded in everyone's hearts, followed by a frenzied discussion.

The uproar this time was far greater than any before.

The book of war that impressed the arrogant Pei Manxilou and the book of war that impressed the great scholar Zhang Shen turned out to be not written by Xu Xinyin, but by a man whose name has become almost taboo...

Written by Xu Qian, former Silver Gong?

"It's a military book written by Xu Yinluo. This, how is this possible... He is not a scholar."

"Xu Yinluo, he is just a martial artist..."

Although Xu Qian is no longer an official, everyone still calls him Xu Yinluo.

The students of the Imperial College were in a frenzy. They spoke to each other and expressed their own views and opinions without even caring about the occasion.

Most people find it absurd and unbelievable, not because they look down on Xu Qian, but because the matter itself is unreasonable, shocking, confusing and confusing.

At this time, a student in the Imperial College said loudly:

"Don't forget, Xu Yinluo is the master of poetry. Who could have imagined that he would produce one after another of stunning and brilliant works that will be passed down to the world?"

His words immediately attracted the approval of the students, who shouted loudly, as if to convince other students who couldn't believe it:

"Xu Yinluo is not a scholar, but he can write poetry, so why can't he write art of war? Moreover, have you forgotten, Xu Yinluo has been on the battlefield. That day in Yunzhou, he single-handedly held off eight thousand rebels.

Died from exhaustion."

Hearing this, the other students suddenly realized, yes, Xu Yinluo is not a young man who has never been on the battlefield. He was able to fend off thousands of rebels by himself in Yunzhou.

"Xu Yinluo is truly a peerless genius."

"Yes, Xu Yinluo is not a scholar, which further proves that he is extremely talented and a rare genius in the world."

"Damn it, why did such a person take up martial arts? Then... he is not a son of a man."

For a time, the praise from the students of the Imperial College was overwhelming.

Some students who had been feeling aggrieved for a long time even shouted provocatively:

"Pei Manxilou, you said that you are self-taught. What a coincidence, our Xu Yinluo is also self-taught. I have to admit that you are very talented, but every mountain is as high as the other. Our Xu Yinluo, you will never be able to

Mountains to cross.”

Everyone immediately agreed.

Pei Manxilou's face was expressionless and speechless.

The boy with vertical pupils clenched his fists and his facial muscles twitched, as if he wanted to kill but was trying his best to endure it.

He was going crazy. The situation was obviously great and everything was going according to Brother Pei Man's plan. Except for a few well-known and respected scholars, no contemporary scholar could be the opponent of Brother Pei Man.

Xu Qi'an, whose name he had only heard but not his person, actually foiled Brother Pei Man's plan and made them in vain.

Huang Xian'er bit her lip, her soft eyes rippling, and she didn't know what she was thinking about.

It turned out that it was a military book written by his eldest brother. Xu Dalang was willing to hand over such a strange book to him. The relationship between the brothers is deeper than I thought... After Wang Simu was stunned, he did not feel disappointed.

The relationship between Erlang and his brother is both emotional and gratifying.

Xu Erlang's own abilities alone are a bit weak in his father's eyes. But if there is an elder brother behind him who encourages him to do his best, his father will not despise Erlang.

Thinking of this, she glanced at her father quietly. Sure enough, Wang Shoufu was looking at Xu Erlang deeply.

Wang Simu was secretly happy, and with today's literary meeting, Erlang's reputation will also rise.

For a moment, Huaiqing couldn't help but want to turn her head and look at a certain guard behind her, but she controlled her impulse, stiffened her neck, and remained sitting in a confused posture.

The curiosity in my heart fermented. He actually knew the art of war? He wrote a book on war? Since I met him, I have never seen him express his opinions on the art of war. Was it Duke Wei who wrote the book? I lent him his hand and handed it to Xu Erlang... .....

The clever eldest daughter of the emperor thought of more, and she suspected that this military book was written by Wei Yuan.

Huaiqing pursed his lips, and his eyes immediately fell on the military book in Zhang Shen's hand. His eyes, as cold as autumn water, rarely burned with a burning passion and desire for knowledge.

It was a book written by a dog slave... The framed smile was as bright as a flower, and the oval face was bright and moving. Xu Erlang was in the limelight. She just felt relieved that someone could finally suppress this arrogant barbarian. In addition, There will be no more psychological feelings.

Suddenly, she heard that Xu Qi'an wrote the book of war, and she became more excited to frame it. Her heart blossomed with joy, pride and joy. If the situation was not right, she would be like a flapping sparrow, chirping around Xu Qi'an.

The Taifu smiled happily with a smile on his old face: "I have great respect for outstanding people, and there are still some amazing juniors."

After saying that, he looked at Zhang Shen who was like a sculpture and said in a deep voice: "Zhang Jinyan, show me the book of war."

Zhang Shen suddenly came to his senses and sent the military book to the Taifu through the air.

The Grand Tutor leaned on crutches, turned around and sat behind the case, squinting his old and dim eyes, and read the military book.

In less than half a quarter of an hour, Taifu, who had only read the first two articles, suddenly closed the book with a "snap", his hands trembled slightly with excitement, and he said in a deep voice:

"This book must not be circulated, and must not be copied by barbarians. This is a military book entrusted to me, and it must not be passed on to others."

this.........

For a time, the noble military generals, the Imperial Academy students, the top academics of the Hanlin Academy, and of course Huaiqing and others looked at the military book in the Taifu's hand, and they became more and more coveted and eager.

............

The young eunuch rushed to the door of the palace, his eyes were shining brightly, he did not lower his head as usual, but kept looking in.

It showed his inner impatience and excitement.

The old eunuch glanced at Emperor Yuan Jing who was meditating with his eyes closed. He quietly retreated and came to the door of the palace. He frowned and asked, "What's the matter?"

The young eunuch whispered a few words softly.

The old eunuch suddenly opened his eyes wide, with a very complicated look on his face. He lowered his head, returned to Emperor Yuan Jing, and said softly: "Your Majesty, old slave, I have something to report."

Emperor Yuan Jing did not open his eyes and simply said "Hmm", looking uninterested.

"There is a new situation at the Wenhui. After Zhang Shen admitted defeat, Xu New Year, a scholar from the Hanlin Academy, came forward and wanted to discuss the art of war with Pei Manxilou..."

Emperor Yuan Jing opened his eyes.

The old eunuch continued: "Pei Manxilou is willing to bow down."

Emperor Yuan Jing showed an extremely surprised expression, pondered for a few seconds, and said slowly:

"Xu Xinnian is Zhang Shen's disciple, majoring in the art of war. I didn't expect him to have such attainments, which is rare. Although this son is Xu Qian's cousin, he is also a scholar of the Hanlin Academy. He defeated Pei Man Xilou, which is good accept."

Xu Qian resigned on his own initiative, but later Emperor Yuan Jing also issued an order to deprive him of his title and official position and expel him from the court.

Xu Xinnian is that guy's cousin, and now he has defeated Pei Manxilou. When outsiders talk about him, they will inevitably talk about the equally talented Xu Qian, and then accuse him of "persecuting" Zhongliang.

This is the only bad thing.

However, Xu Xinnian's status as a shuji was personally appointed by him, and he also had a keen eye for talents, so it was not a big problem.

Overall, Emperor Yuan Jing was quite pleased. Compared to the rumors, losing to Pei Man Xilou was the real shame.

The imperial court is in disgrace, and he, the king of a country, is in disgrace.

As an emperor, you pay most attention to two things: power and image.

The gloom in Emperor Yuan Jing's eyebrows disappeared, a faint smile appeared on his face, and he said: "Please tell me the process in detail, I want to know how he defeated Pei Manxilou."

The old eunuch hesitated for a moment, silently stepped back a few steps, then lowered his head and said: "Xu Xinnian, a concubine, took out a military book. After Pei Manxilou read it, he fell in admiration and was willing to admit defeat."

"Book of war?"

This was something Emperor Yuan Jing did not expect. He was stunned and said: "What kind of military book?"

Zhang Shen of Yunlu Academy admitted that his "Six Essays on the Art of War" was not as good as Pei Manxilou, and those military books compiled by the Hanlin Academy were just old wine in new bottles.

The old eunuch swallowed: "That military book is called "The Art of War" by Sun Tzu. It is... written by Xu Qian."

After saying that, he heard rapid breathing in the palace.

Even without raising his head, he could imagine how ugly His Majesty's face looked at this moment.

A few seconds later, Emperor Yuan Jing's emotionless voice came: "Get out!"

The old eunuch felt relieved, lowered his head, and left the palace as if running away. Behind him, there was the sound of utensils and vases being smashed.

The court was not embarrassed, but His Majesty was greatly embarrassed this time... The old eunuch sighed.

It is conceivable how everyone in the capital will talk about your majesty. The emperor not only persecuted loyal people for his own selfish interests, but now the scholars in the capital were overwhelmed by a barbarian. In the end, it was the man who was expelled from officialdom by the emperor who turned the tide.

The dignified king of a country has become a laughing stock, so it is no wonder that His Majesty is furious.

...........

The cultural meeting was over, and the military book did not return to Xu Xinnian's hands in the end. Instead, it was "forcibly taken away" by the Taifu.

The noble military commanders and the scholars present had great opinions, but they did not dare to openly disobey this respected senior scholar.

Even Huaiqing didn't dare, so he left a little unhappy and went straight to Huaiqing Mansion with his guards.

The people dispersed. On the Yaoman side, Pei Manxilou looked a little solemn, and Huang Xianer also put away her flattery, her pretty face as cold as frost.

Not to mention the impulsive and violent boy with vertical pupils.

After the three of them got on the carriage, no one spoke. In the breathless atmosphere, Huang Xian'er took the initiative to break the ice and asked:

"What other plans do you have?"

Pei Manxilou had no expression on his face. He thought for a few seconds and said calmly:
To be continued...