Although Zichan has not learned anything else about Li Ran, he has heard about the fact that the new Lord of Lu was secretly established by Shusun Bao and Li Ran.
And now after attending the meeting in Pingqiu, Zichan is naturally more convinced of this. Otherwise, how could someone like Shu Xiang, who strongly supports the revival of the public office, come together with Li Ran?
Li Ran strategized and severely damaged the Ji family. In Zichan's view, it was not just because of his duty, let alone the so-called "friendship between gentlemen", but because of Marquis Lu.
In this way, Li Ran's purpose in dealing with the Ji family becomes less simple.
Because on the surface, Marquis Lu is the puppet of the Ji family. But if Li Ran attacks the Ji family, wouldn't Marquis Lu become his puppet? In other words, become Shu Sunbao's puppet?
To put it another way, could Li Ran's purpose in dealing with the Ji family just be to transfer the monarchy of Lu to another person, rather than to return the monarchy to the hands of the monarch?
Zichan wanted to know whether Li Ran had planned to do this.
Because Zichan is also a politician, and he has experienced too many political hardships since he was a child. He has also seen too many people who will do anything for power. Even though these people do not seem to be such "villains" at first. As for those such as Ji Sunsu and Han Qi, as the actual chief ministers of the vassal states, without exception, they all consider the interests of their own clan as their ultimate consideration. They almost never consider the interests of the country as a whole. p>
The interests of the clan and the interests of the country have been unified concepts for hundreds of years. A strong country must have a powerful clan to assist it.
Whether it is Duke Huan of Qi's "participating in his country" or Duke Wen of Jin's "three armies and six ministers", this is true without exception.
But now, it is obvious that there are more antagonisms between the two.
Nowadays, all vassal states are facing such a dilemma: a powerful family of ministers and officials has not played an important role in promoting the country. On the contrary, it has made the authority of each official office worse and worse, so that the people's hearts are turned upside down and the current situation is unstable.
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The Chen family of Qi, the Liuqing of Jin, the Sanhuan of Lu, and Qimu of Zheng. Even the Sun family of Wei, the Xiang family and the Hua family of Song were all like this without exception. p>
As for Zichan, although he is also a member of the Seven Mu of Zheng State, his ideal is not here.
During his time in power, he carried out Qiu Fu, worked on fields, carried out his studies and entered into politics, selected talents to be used, and cracked down on powerful people. All kinds of political measures were for the overall benefit of Zheng Guo.
Therefore, he is a person with noble sentiments and lofty ambitions, but at the same time he is an existence that is incompatible with the people around him.
It is absolutely impossible for such a person to associate with people like Ji Sunsu and Han Qi. Naturally, it is also impossible for such a person to associate with "a person who wants to control the monarchy of Lu and make the Marquis of Lu a puppet."
This person was Ji Sunsu before, but what about Li Ran? What kind of person is he? Whether he is an enemy or a friend is unknown.
Zichan looked at Li Ran with a hint of doubt. Although this person had obtained Shuxiang's approval, Zichan was not Shuxiang after all. He was more alert than Shuxiang.
"One year ago, before Prince Zhou sent people to send me out of Luoyi, he told me, 'If the king's rule is not prosperous, the people will suffer.' I have been favored by the prince and entrusted to him, and I dare not forget it for a moment." "If we say that helping Marquis Xiang of Lu is entirely due to the friendship between gentlemen and their responsibilities, it is better to say that helping Marquis Xiang of Lu is due to my inner desire."
"So the doctor doesn't have to worry that he will become like Ji Sunsu in the future. He won't have this ability, and he won't be interested in it. When you are alive, you can be happy and at ease, and you have the authority to do it. How can you be so locked up?" p>
Li Ran said calmly, his face calm and calm.
Once upon a time, for a moment, he also thought about becoming a person like Ji Sunsu, with all the power and control over the government and the public.
But when he recalled what he said at the Xialiuhe rally, he immediately killed the idea in the cradle.
Before he found an ideal system, power was just a shackle to him, a restriction that restricted his free exploration.
Yes, it is freedom.
His coming into this world was not something he could decide on his own. But even so, he didn't want to put himself in heavy shackles. Since he was alive, he had to open his eyes and see.
"Life is alive... be happy and at ease..."
Zichan murmured to himself, chewing for a while before looking up at Li Ran.
"Haha, this is easy to say. But it is so difficult to regard profits as rubbish. In life, there are many adversities, which can be described in non-canonical terms. Birth, old age, illness and death, farmers and merchants are worried, and everyone has their own discomfort. Therefore
, this theory of 'freedom' is probably just false."
"But..."
At this point, Zichan changed the topic and his expression suddenly became serious.
"But since Ziming's ambition is not in power, how can he think about where he will go in the future?"
"Although the State of Lu is small, it is also a place of right and wrong. The Ji family will not let it go after being hit hard like this. Even if Shusun Bao protects you, I am afraid that you will not be able to avoid this trouble."
After all, the mastermind behind the attack against the Ji family this time was Li Ran. The Ji family suffered such heavy losses thanks to Li Ran. In this case, how could the Ji family spare him lightly?
"I don't need to worry about you, sir. A gentleman does something and doesn't do something. Since I have already acted like this, I have already anticipated everything, so why should I be afraid of the Ji family seeking revenge?"
Everyone understands that he and the Ji family are now locked in a fight to the death. If this is the case, what else does he have to fear?
However, Zichan looked pleased when he heard this. It seemed that Li Ran's answer was exactly what he wanted.
"Ziming has great ambitions, courage and insight. No matter where he is, his future will be limitless."
"If Ziming is willing, the overseas Chinese can find a place for Ziming to live in Zheng. I wonder what Ziming wants?"
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After learning the true purpose of Li Ran in the Lu State, Zichan cherished the talent of Li Ran in front of him. There are many talented people in the world, but people like Li Ran who have both kind thoughts and strategies are...
Not much.
The results of dealing with Ji's family this time were right in front of him, and Ji's fate could be expected. And Li Ran had completed such a layout as Bai Shou, even his Zichan had to do it.
Admire.
The State of Zheng now needs such talents!
"Hey, is Doctor Zichan inviting Ziming to our country of Zheng?"
"Okay! Le'er has this idea too!"
Just as the two were talking, Ji Le and Ji Xian walked in from outside the yard. They happened to hear what Zi Chan said and immediately danced with joy.
The head priest of the Ji family still stood aside respectfully, with a hint of worry on his face, but did not express any opinion on this.
Hearing that both of them invited him to go to Zheng State, even Li Ran couldn't help but feel a little embarrassed.
"However, there are still some things that have not been resolved in the State of Lu, and I am afraid that I will let down the doctor's good intentions..."
After he finished speaking, he cast a very apologetic look at Ji Le.
Although he severely damaged the Ji family this time, the Ji family is a clan with deep roots in the Lu State. As the saying goes, a skinny camel is bigger than a horse. The Marquis of Lu wanted to truly take power and suppress the Ji family.
Considering the current situation, we still owe a lot of strength.
Therefore, he has to return to the State of Lu and complete the follow-up tasks.
Hearing the sound, Zichan smiled slightly, but he did not feel disappointed. Instead, he was happy. His little mouth pouted, looking a little disappointed.
"If that's the case, then it won't be too late to discuss it after Ziming's affairs in the state of Lu are over."
Zichan stood up and bowed his hands to Li Ran. This was a great gift, and Li Ran naturally had to stand up and return the gift.
After leaving Ji's Villa, Ji Le accompanied Li Ran back to Guanyi. Ji Le was a little depressed along the way and never spoke to Li Ran.
It turned out that after meeting her father in Jin this time, she had to return to Zheng with her father. Naturally, she could no longer go to Lu with Li Ran.
She originally thought that Dr. Zichan and her father could bring Li Ran back to the State of Zheng, but who knew that Li Ran actually refused them. As a result, she returned to the State of Zheng, while Li Ran was in the State of Lu. Who could predict the day they would see each other again?
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"Don't worry, after I finish handling the affairs of Lu State, I will go to Zheng State to see you."
"When I left Luoyi, I originally planned to travel around. I won't stay in one place for a long time. This world is so big, I still want to take a good look."
These words were almost the same as what he said when he refused Yang Yangui's recruitment, except that Yang Yangui was a sensible person, and Ji Le's way of thinking was obviously different from Yang Yangui. She didn't care about "reasons". She only thinks that if Li Ran doesn't go to Zheng State, that's...
"Huh! I don't believe your nonsense!"
The little head tilted and the little mouth pouted, showing that Ji Le's face was very dissatisfied.
Li Ran helplessly spread his hands and said:
"Why is this nonsense... What I said is all true. Do you think that if the Marquis of Lu has just ascended the throne and such a big event has happened, the country of Lu can live in peace? Although Dr. Shusun is here, he is still a Sanhuan after all. 1. Being caught between the Marquis of Lu and the Ji family is very inconvenient. If I don’t go back to help, how can I live up to the kindness of the former prince?”
Hearing Li Ran mention Tai Ziye, Ji Le's expression improved slightly. She mumbled and said rather resentfully:
"Then...you must not lie to others! After the affairs of the State of Lu are over, you must go to the State of Zheng to see me."
Li Ran nodded immediately and said:
"Of course, it is the puppy that deceives people."
As he spoke, Li Ran stretched out the little finger of his right hand habitually.
Ji Le looked at him with a confused look and said:
"What is this for?"
Only then did Li Ran react and immediately explained:
"Oh...this...this is the custom of the previous dynasty that I saw in ancient books. It is said that as long as two people make an agreement, they must pull each other's hooks. In this case, the agreement will remain unchanged for a hundred years."
Hearing this, Ji Le immediately extended his right hand, and the two made a hook-drawing agreement for the first time in history.
Of course, whether this is the first time or not, it’s just possible.
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After that, Li Ran returned to the State of Lu alone. Before leaving, he visited Yang Tongue again. After confirming Han Qi's current attitude towards Ji Sunsu, he left with peace of mind.
However, before he returned to Qufu, he heard that the Ji family had sent people to return the cities of Ju and Zhu. Zifujiao was sent to Jin to lobby.
By the time he arrived in Qufu, it was already several decades later.
During this period of time, the Ji family sent more than ten groups of envoys to the Jin State. In order to rescue Ji Sunsu, the Ji family spared no effort, but they all returned without success. In addition, the Lu court was The change in the direction of the wind caused panic within the Ji clan.
And all of this was done by Li Ran. After Ji Sun Yiru heard that Li Ran had returned to Qufu, he immediately became murderous again.
"This guy is finally back!"
"This time, even if the Marquis of Jin comes in person, I, Ji Sun Yiru, want him to die without a burial place!"
With a look of resentment on his face, Ji Sunyiru looked at the northern sky and gritted his teeth.
His informants in the Jin Kingdom had already passed the news back. Although Ji Sun Yiru could not fully understand the details, he could guess at least eighty-nine times.
All of this must be inseparable from Li Ran.
If he wanted to kill Li Ran before because of personal grudges, then this time, "family feuds and clan grudges" are all combined into one, and nothing can stop him anymore.