The night was dark, the water waves hit the hull of the ship, and the cabin was a little quiet.
Yu Fan felt confused, and suddenly he seemed to be on a battlefield. There were some shadows inside, but they strangely attracted his attention. He rushed towards them, but he didn't recognize them at first glance.
At that moment, he was wiping away cold sweat and said, "Who are you? How come I don't recognize you and yet you feel familiar to me?"
"We were originally your fate, but now it is over. The world is constantly changing. You should take more care of yourself in the future." These shadows said and gradually retreated.
Seeing them retreating, Yu Fan felt sad and shouted: "Come back, don't leave."
In the blink of an eye, Ye Qing's face appeared again, staring and sneering.
"Sir, you are having a nightmare - wake up"
"Ah" Yu Fan suddenly woke up from his nightmare and sat up, dripping with cold sweat. He opened his eyes and looked around, only to realize that it was Nan Ke Yimeng. Thinking of the dream, his heart jumped wildly. He looked at the person holding the lamp, waved away the attendant, and said:
"It's okay, please leave me alone"
A person in the tent was stunned for a moment, and then he couldn't help but smile bitterly: "Uncle is right...this is my inner demon."
I once thought about reconciling with this person, but interests are the bottom line of human nature... When hatred is formed, sometimes there is no way to solve it even with reason, and it can only be solved by force.
Moreover, there was a kind of innate pride in his bones, which made his bitter smile gradually fade away, and his expression was determined: "How can I, Yu Fan, be knocked down by you? There is still a long way to go in the future, just wait and see."
When I put on my clothes and went out, there were only a few stars and moon, the rain had collected and the clouds had dispersed, and the blue sky was like a wash.
Yu Fan's expression became clear and calm again. Looking back, he saw seven consecutive fleets of ships behind him, carrying five hundred people...
Jinshi, it is the same as Jinshi's return home. Along the way, just like the torch attracting night fireflies, it stirred up waves in the dead pools everywhere.
The more familiar I am with the history of Qing Dynasty, the more I am shocked by the control of the imperial court. After the popularization of printing, scholars from poor families came out one after another. The quota is limited, and there are always many talented but unsuccessful people. Putting it in place will be a hidden disaster.
By acquiescing to the Jinshi and recruiting the Jinshi, a controllable force is formed. In April and May every three years, hundreds or hundreds of Jinshi return home with the Jinshi. The route is just like the meridians of the human body, leading to various states, absorbing evil spirits, and transforming them into
New blood promotes a new family.
This is still a small head. What is really spectacular is that before and after the new king ascends the throne, several to a dozen princes are canonized as princes and leave the capital to join the vassal vassal. On the road leading to the border, a large number of followers of the dragon swarm in, forming several
Tens of thousands or even hundreds of thousands of people are undergoing a great migration, which is no less than an expedition...
In fact, it was an expedition that brought out the excess talents and even unemployed people in various states and counties, and went to the outskirts of the territory to establish new vassal states.
These people cultivated and struggled, and each generation was an epic. After the establishment was successful, new blood was introduced into the interior.
But Yu Fan knew that these things were not something he could think about. It was estimated that he could only absorb five hundred people, while the real Jinshi, or even the top three in the list, let go of the absorption, fearing that it would be possible to absorb one or two thousand people, which would be equivalent to creating another leaf.
As the family's strength doubles, it becomes more difficult to deal with.
Moreover, if this person went back a month earlier, he might have been slowly digesting it...
Yu Fan learned the hard way and was very afraid of Ye Qing. As soon as he heard the news about Ye Qing's return, he made up his mind and took the path of the Ming County King and took up a post in a county in Yingzhou.
It’s just that it’s unlikely to be Nancang County
On the one hand, under the court's official transfer system, the limit was reached in Tongzhou. Unless, like Ye Qing, he gave up his actual duties, he would not be allowed to take office in this county, in order to prevent the aristocratic family from becoming too powerful.
On the one hand, Yu Fan doesn't want to collide with Ye Qing again at this time. He is the commander of the county and has a strong foundation. He only needs to calm down this group of people and digest this group of people before taking over the position of the head of the family...
Yu Fan narrowed his eyes, his eyes dark. Since the last failure, his father's attitude has become increasingly unclear. This is also the reason why he wants to start a new business in another county.
"The days are long, and there will be many opportunities for war." Thinking this, Yu Fan looked at the faint light in front of the river: "Where is the place ahead?"
"This is Pingzhou, do you want to stop in the city?"
"It's natural." Yu Fan nodded. Dealing with states and counties is inevitable. Under the official transfer system, he may become his boss in one year. The opportunity forged at this time will be very beneficial to both parties...
When I was in the capital, I repeatedly weighed and considered Mr. Kou's opinion and chose the Prince of Ming County. With him here, my future would not be a problem in a short time. Moreover, I approved the relationship with the Yu family, the name of the Prince, and the fact that I was the first Jinshi.
He has a halo and has also recruited several magicians - this is something that a person with no substance like Ye Qing can have, even if he is the second best.
The ship shook and stopped at the pier. Suddenly, a group of patrolmen came up with their lanterns and the night light came. Seeing that they were the Jinshi fleet, they didn't dare to make any mistakes, so they stepped forward and saluted.
Yu Fan got off the boat and saw that the dock was a little deserted. He couldn't help but be surprised. He called an officer and asked, "What's going on?"
The officer saluted and said, "Sir, the curfew in this state has certainly become much quieter."
"Curfew? What's the curfew in Pingzhou?" Yu Fan looked up and saw that it was night, but not too late. Why was the street so quiet?
Curfews are very normal on Earth, but in this world where the Taoism is manifest and people are not afraid of night markets, there are only curfews unless there are special circumstances, and there are no curfews in normal times.
Behind the quiet street, the entire pier looked particularly eerie, with soldiers standing faintly at important street entrances, checking the occasional passers-by.
The doors of every house were closed, and the lights were dim. Only the watchman, holding a lantern and banging a gong or a wooden clapper, gradually disappeared.
"Sir, there are some reasons." Seeing that there was no one else around but his own soldiers, the officer came up to him and whispered a few words.
"General turned into a demon?" After a moment, Yu Fan was slightly shocked.
"Yes, thirty miles east of the city, there is an ancient battlefield called Jiangjunyuan. Some changes occurred half a month ago, and some monsters spewed out. Now the magician group is suppressing it."
"Encirclement and suppression in Jingqian, in order to prevent disaster, a curfew was imposed."
"So it's like this." Seeing that the officer was a little nervous but not panicked, he knew that the matter was not serious. He felt something in his heart. Before he could speak, he saw the officer and introduced: "Sir, although there is a curfew, you can't help yourself.
You can act as you wish."
“And there are also some hotels open where you can stay and rest.”
The road is very quiet. There is a lantern every not far away. Although there is a curfew, there are still brilliant lights in some places. In the nearby mansions and hotels, there is also the sound of silk and bamboo.
He listened carefully, but he sang softly, vaguely, and non-stop. Yu Fan couldn't help but smile, took out a gold leaf, and gave it to the officer. After the officer left a little, he ordered: "Give me my order."
, the family soldiers, the newly attached warriors, and a few magicians are all brought along."
"The ship is safe..."
"I am protected by the government. I am the top of the three rankings. How dare you lose a hair of my family?" Yu Fan glanced dissatisfiedly. Seeing that he was following him, he ordered to take out a bag full of Taoist talismans.
A few of these were made by magicians in the family, but most of them were purchased from the relevant departments of the imperial court in the capital in the name of the Prince of Ming Dynasty.
Such a powerful Taoist talisman is no longer limited to self-defense. You can't buy it if you have money. Yu Fan only used this favor because he was determined.
When Mr. Dai disobeyed Ye Qing last time and didn't kill him, he realized that some powers are just for daily use. When faced with real danger, only one's own power is reliable.
At this time, he held it in his hand and stared at the soldiers and several magicians gathered on the deck below the porthole. He suddenly felt much safer and ordered: "Invite Mr. Kou."
Mr. Kou rushed over, his expression somewhat hasty, and he understood after hearing it. He said thoughtfully: "My lord, do you want to get involved and get some results?"
Yu Fan nodded and said nothing. Mr. Kou glanced at him and said nothing. He pondered for a moment and said, "There is indeed something to be done about this matter?"
"Um?"
"First of all, we must find out the original situation of this general. Only by knowing ourselves and the enemy can we win every battle."
"The second thing is to be fair and aboveboard. You can't do it in private. This is just a name in the officialdom. If you do it in private, not only will you not get good results, but you will be jealous of others and say you don't understand the rules."
"Go ahead openly, you are the first among the three rankings, and the first among the Jinshi used by the imperial court. Under the imperial official system, you are thinking about who might be your boss, and they are also thinking about who might be your subordinate or colleague in what year.
Even your superiors - you are the number one Jinshi in the same class, and you have been promoted quickly, so who can not give you some face?"
"Of course, if you completely pick peaches, it still won't work. But now that you have warriors and magicians, this is not picking peaches. It's about knowing the overall situation and taking into account the overall situation, and having the courage to share the burden."
Yu Fan couldn't help but feel solemn as he listened. After listening, he sighed and said: "What you said about admiring emotion and reasoning is really a mature thing. I am really lucky to have you as my husband."
At this time, there were shadows in the distance. Yu Fan watched and fell into deep thought. His eyes flashed under the lamp and he suddenly smiled: "I didn't expect that I would be like this. I would seize every opportunity to strive for any results."
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Mr. Kou was silent for a long time, and then said: "Only those in a superior position can be calm. My lord has not reached this level yet, at this time."
"Yes, judgment is not only about individuals, but also the current situation." Yu Fan smiled silently and stopped talking about this matter. He said commandingly: "Go ashore first and find a hotel to stay. I will send you a message to see you early tomorrow morning. I will meet you in the evening.
Invite the relevant officials to a banquet and get this matter settled."
As he spoke, he felt a little melancholy, and then said: "This fame and wealth are all achieved with swords and guns. I didn't understand it well before, but now I fully understand it. Mr. Kou, you have been following me for many years, and you will see that
I am no longer the person I used to be.”
Mr. Kou stared at Yu Fan, speechless. For the first time, he felt that this young master had a cold and majestic temperament. For the first time, he truly felt that his lord still had a bright future.
Yu Fan smiled lightly, stood up, took off his original clothes, put on his cloak, and said: "I'll go over first. You can follow me after you finish handling the things on the ship."
After saying that, he waved his hand and saw a large number of guards surrounding him.
Looking at his figure, Mr. Kou smiled silently. In the world of Yingzhou, there is still something to fight for.