The sun sets in the west, the last brilliance dissipates in the sky, and the sky gradually darkens.
Qiu Mansion was completely covered by a forest of white flags. Countless monks and Taoists were invited from Zhongnan Mountain into Qiu Mansion. One after another rituals slowly unfolded, and bursts of mournful and melodious music of drums and chimes spread far and wide in Chang'an City at dusk.
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The entire city of Chang'an is enveloped in a grim atmosphere!
Not only is the confrontation between Youwu Houwei and the Royal Navy at Fangjiawan Wharf in the south of the city at any time, a conflict may break out and even sweep the entire capital, but also because of the shock that Qiu Shenji's death has brought to the children of the aristocratic families...
There are countless dignitaries in Chang'an City, and there are many princes, princes, ministers, and meritorious relatives. Although there are some conflicts and quarrels among the older generation, they are either because of their appearance or because of His Majesty. Therefore, even if they don't like each other, most of them can maintain their well-being.
Stay within the flow of the river and exercise restraint.
But for the children of various families, they have much less scruples...
Therefore, the resentment caused by past feuds will have serious consequences due to an unintentional fight, a struggle for interests, or even an inadvertent glance while walking on the street.
This has almost become the norm in Chang'an City.
But after all, everyone still has taboos. Even if they hate each other and want to stab each other to death, they don't dare to cross the threshold.
It's okay to have conflicts, and it's okay to have disputes, but if anyone breaks through the bottom line of "human life", you must be prepared to have His Majesty Li Er's thunderous wrath poured over your head...
Therefore, no matter how fiercely the dandies in Chang'an City fight and how hard they beat, life-threatening situations rarely occur.
Until Fang Jun, the stick, came out...
First, Changsun Dan died inexplicably, and now Qiu Shenji died tragically in Xijindu, Yangzhou, but his body appeared in Chang'an. In addition, Changsun Chong, whose life or death was unknown, and several people with severed limbs and limbs... Fang Jun's illustrious reputation has never been known before.
As shocking as it is now!
Especially the words "Your Majesty, you don't care, I will take care of it" still ring in my ears...
Most of the children of the aristocratic families in Chang'an City who had "escaped" were now even more terrified as if they were walking on thin ice. Everyone was shrouded in fear, lest they provoke the evil god Fang Jun here and then die inexplicably.
Although it has not been confirmed that the death of Changsun Dan and Qiu Shenji was caused by Fang Jun...but what if it was?
No one dares to take this risk, so Fang Jun's name has almost become a taboo for the children of the aristocratic family, and their expressions change when they talk about it.
Because of Qiu Shenji's death, the entire city of Chang'an fell into a panic...
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Su Dingfang rejected Fang Jun's proposal to stay temporarily in Fangfu, and instead chose to go to Dali Temple. Although Sun Fuga was on business, he thought that although Su Dingfang was suspected, it was not enough to be jailed, but he was also happy that Su Dingfang was in sight.
Therefore, he arranged for officials to clean up a study room in Dali Temple and use it as a temporary guest room to accommodate Su Dingfang.
Fang Jun returned to his mansion with a heavy heart and went straight to Fang Xuanling's study.
Fang Xuanling was drinking tea in his presence, holding a book in his hands and reading it with great interest, turning a blind eye to Fang Jun who walked in...
Fang Jun was speechless for a while, thinking to himself, am I your biological son?
This is about to turn out to be the real culprit behind the scenes, but you are so heartless that you don’t even look like you are getting angry...
"Ahem, what kind of books does father read?"
Sitting on the bamboo chair opposite Fang Xuanling, he picked up the teacup on the tea tray and poured a cup of tea. He drank it all in one gulp. Fang Jun asked curiously.
"The Classic of Mountains and Seas." Fang Xuanling said casually without raising his eyelids, still staring at the yellowed book.
Fang Jun became more and more curious: "Father would also like to read such interesting miscellaneous books about mountains and wild places?"
"Ignorance!" Fang Xuanling finally put down the book and lectured: "As long as it is a book, what is recorded is knowledge. The accumulation of knowledge is passed down from generation to generation through books, and civilization can prosper. Confucius said, 'When three people walk together, there must be my teacher.'
, where do the official books and miscellaneous books come from?”
"My father has great opinions, but I can't do it as well."
Fang Jun was in awe.
In this age where schools of knowledge often fight to the death, and Legalism, Confucianism, and other schools of thought are still eager to take advantage of the opportunity, only those who can speak such words without any grudge are the real scholars.
Fang Xuanling added: "Furthermore, how can the Classic of Mountains and Seas be some miscellaneous book about mountains and wild things? Although we have never seen the rare birds and animals recorded in the book, it does not mean that they are fictitious.
, How big is the world, how vast is the earth? There are mountains outside the mountains, and seas beyond the sea. We have not seen them, so we do not admit their existence. How is it different from saying that one cannot see Mount Tai with a leaf? How stupid!"
Fang Jun was stunned for a long time, thinking, could it be that our father is also a time traveler?
Throughout the ages, "The Classic of Mountains and Seas" has been considered an absurd book. Until later generations, most people still regard it as an ancient myth and legend. The images of many strange beasts recorded in it are often used as characters in film and television dramas.
Creative themes, this will make people believe that those strange animals are just the imagination of the ancients...
However, in Fang Jun's time, many scholars gradually began to try to interpret this ancient book, and used more scientific methods to confirm that the world described in the book existed and was not a myth and legend.
Could it be that Fang Xuanling's knowledge transcends the limitations of the times?
very scary……
Glancing at his stunned son, Fang Xuanling put down the book, poured a cup of tea, and said casually: "Tell me, what happened to Qiu Shenji's body?"
Fang Jun calmed down and told the situation one by one, not daring to hide anything.
Fang Xuanling pondered for a long time, raised his eyelids, and asked: "Aren't you quitting?"
Fang Jun shook his head: "No, if it was a child who did it, how stupid would you have to be to hide the body on the boat and wait for others to find it?"
"Haha," Fang Xuanling said noncommittally: "The most people in the world are smart people. If the real murderer of Qiu Shenji is not found, Qiu Xinggong will not give up and this case will not be closed. Who knows you are
Instead of going in the opposite direction, you would do such stupid things to deceive others?"
Fang Jun sweated profusely: "No matter how stupid the child is, he can't be this stupid, right? Just throw Qiu Shenji's body into the forest, and it will be eaten up by jackals, tigers and leopards in two days. Otherwise, it can't be tied to a stone and sunk to the bottom of the river.
, who can find out? There is no real evidence. Even if Qiu Xinggong has doubts, how dare he do anything to the child? National laws and regulations are not just decoration!"
Fang Xuanling snorted: "But now, Qiu Xinggong will definitely put this debt on your head."
Fang Jun: "..."
Speechless.
Don't say stupid or not, the fact now is that Qiu Xinggong is sure that Fang Jun ordered Su Dingfang to kill Qiu Shenji. Fang Jun had the motive to kill, and his body was on the navy ship. Qiu Xinggong was sure of this fact.
Son, what can you do?
After a moment of silence, Fang Jun said helplessly: "What should my son do now?"
Being targeted by an idiot is indeed a very troublesome thing. However, this idiot has countless tough soldiers and is also violent and cruel. What if Qiu Xinggong ignores it and would rather be broken than destroyed... It gives me a headache just thinking about it.
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Fang Xuanling had no choice, frowned and said: "I just hope Qiu Xinggong can have some scruples and not dare to die together... During this period, try to go out as late as possible and come back early, and even reduce the need to go out. Even if you go out, you should bring more with you."
People, just in case something unexpected happens."
As for the real murderer being found out and eliminating Qiu Xinggong's hatred towards Fang Jun?
Fang Xuanling was not that naive. Just by looking at the quick and easy way he killed Qiu Shenji and the subsequent frame-up methods, he knew that the real culprit must have made careful preparations and acted cautiously. It would be so difficult to catch someone like him. It is hard to say that Fang Jun was so naive.
I have to continue to take the blame...
Fang Jun was so depressed that he said bitterly: "Don't let me catch this bastard, otherwise even if Qiu Xinggong is willing to spare him, I will have to peel off his muscles and skin, otherwise it will be difficult to get rid of the hatred in my heart!"
Whoever takes such a big blame for no reason would be furious, let alone Fang Jun's violent temper?
"Keep calm and don't do anything wrong. Even if Qiu Xinggong is reluctant to let go, you can't conflict with him. Just give in. Otherwise, you may fall into a trap... It just so happens that during this period, you will also
Calm down your heart and train the Youtun camp well. Having soldiers in your hands is the last word. If the navy today has thousands of warriors traveling across Southeast Asia, and Qiu Xinggong dares to lead his men wildly, he will be killed as soon as possible.
He took it down and then disposed of the corpses on the ship. Why was he so passive afterwards?"
Fang Xuanling taught his son a lesson, then followed the instructions and taught him earnestly: "The Royal Navy was created by you, and they are all your people from top to bottom. No accident, as soon as the Eastern Expedition begins, the position of the Canghaidao Marching General Manager will be changed."
It's still yours. Zhang Liang can't do it. He's just a deputy. Now that Youtun camp is in your hands again, it can be seen that His Majesty's expectations for you are as expected.
The waterways are all entrusted to you. This is not an ordinary trust, but it is equivalent to entrusting the country! Without going into details as a father, you yourself also know the status of the Eastern Expedition in His Majesty's mind. To be honest, as a father, I don't need you.
You have made numerous meritorious deeds during the Eastern Expedition by killing all directions. The legacy left by your father is enough for you. As long as you fight steadily and do not make mistakes, after the Eastern Expedition, you will not be able to escape the title of Duke. At that time, your eldest brother will inherit the title of your father.
Our Fang family has two families, what an honor it is? So you remember it as a father, and you must not be careless. If something goes wrong during the Eastern Expedition, my father will not be able to protect you!"
Speaking of what happened later, Fang Xuanling spoke with a rare harshness and a heavy tone.
Fang Jun was not a frivolous person. After hearing Fang Xuanling's bitter confession, he immediately said: "Father, don't worry, my son will definitely have a good time training in Youtun camp and manage the navy with heart. As long as your majesty raises the flag to march eastward, my son will give him more
You can earn a prince back!"
In fact, he himself is not keen on power, and Fang Xuanling is also a person with a pure heart and few desires. However, the glory of "one family and two masters" is enough for anyone to work hard, just for one to be famous forever...