The barbarian land above the sea is not a place where we talk about benevolence, justice and morality. If we want to survive and live well, how can we do it without taking a few lives?
If Fang Jun really went from house to house and checked every boat, he might not even be able to gather the crew members on one boat...
What is even more abominable is that all the Tang merchants in the entire sea, as well as in Annan, Japan, Silla and other places, are within the protection scope of the Royal Navy. Regarding the various acts of committing crimes and plundering in the barbarian lands, the Royal Navy
Instead of stopping it, the Navy overtly and covertly favored and condoned it.
As a result, you indulged me in the past, but then you wanted to thoroughly investigate the Shen family because of this. It is simply unreasonable!
Wang Jing sighed and said slowly: "The truth is such a truth, but how can Fang Er be a reasonable person? Now, both the salt field and the sea trade are firmly in his hands. He can't say that he can cover the sky with one hand.
It's too much. Even if we can use the power in the court to submit the matter of the salt field to His Majesty's desk, and His Majesty will administer justice, what about the sea trade? This is not a matter of losing some money. If that guy gets violent, we will be seriously punished.
Whoever concocted the accusation of 'gathering bandits with evil intentions', you really think that you have no way to heaven and no way to earth."
There was silence in the hall, and even Shen Wei, who was extremely angry, could not speak.
We had previously discussed the alliance with Wang Jing. Because Wang Jing promised many benefits, both the Shen family and other families were ready to be choked by Fang Jun in the sea trade, and the temporary loss of sea trade benefits was acceptable.
Within the scope, no one expected that Fang Jun would be so arrogant, intending to control each family on the charge of "ill-intentioned"...
But no matter what, this matter started because of Wang Jing, so naturally Wang Jing came to find a way to solve it. We can't let everyone give up the alliance now and go to curry favor with Fang Jun again, right?
It's almost the same as kneeling and licking...
When Wang Jing saw several people looking at him, he secretly complained in his heart.
All his plans are reasonable. As long as Fang Jun reacts normally, he can't escape the various situations he calculated. But now Fang Jun doesn't follow the rules, is unreasonable, and is blatantly arrogant and domineering.
The blatant threat left him helpless.
He could only say: "Don't worry, everyone, Fang Jun is just threatening and intimidating. Does he really dare to do such things as confusing right and wrong and framing him? Countless censors and officials in the imperial court have been staring at him.
If he dares to act recklessly, there may be many impeachment memorials waiting for him."
Zhang Ji was speechless.
I'm afraid you don't understand Fang Jun's character, right? This guy may be afraid of everything, but he is not afraid of being impeached. Over the years, I don't know how many people have impeached him, but what is the result? The most serious time is just
He was demoted, suspended, and reinstated within a few days.
With this impeachment coming and going, everyone has become a sworn friend of the Censor Zhongcheng. Now, although the Censor Zhongcheng Liu Jie is planning to be transferred to the position of Minister, he has never fulfilled his duties and still controls the Censorship. He is also a staunch supporter of the prince.
You asked Liu Ji to impeach Fang Jun?
What a joke!
I couldn't help but secretly regret it. It seemed that Wang Jing was just talking about his skills, but when it came time to put his skills into practice, he was short of experience. It was obvious that he was helpless...
The muscles on Shen Wei's face twitched a few times, his heart trembled, his teeth clenched, he raised his palms and made a downward cutting motion, and said in a deep voice: "Why don't we just stop doing it and find an opportunity to kill this guy?
Isn’t it all over? Every family in the south of the Yangtze River is being manipulated by it every day. It’s really frustrating to have to abide by this rule and that law when doing business!”
Several people were startled, and Wang Jing even exclaimed: "Are you crazy?! That was the Duke of the current dynasty, a meritorious figure of the empire, and the son-in-law of the emperor! Once he dies, do you know what kind of turmoil will be caused? How many people drowned? Besides, what we are planning is to support the King of Jin to ascend to the throne. Even if we suffer setbacks for a moment, we should be firm and determined. How can those who have achieved great things since ancient times have smooth sailing? Fighting in the court returns to the court. In a fight in the hall, whoever wins and who loses is left to fate, how can you do such a despicable assassination? You must never do it!"
Shen Zong also said: "Brother, please don't even think about this. Not to mention that the consequences of this method are serious and unpredictable. Fang Jun is always guarded by powerful soldiers when he comes in and out. How can he have the chance to do this without knowing it?" ?”
Shen Wei saw that several people were against it, and after thinking that they were all close confidants, Shen Wei looked around and saw that there was no one else in the hall, so he leaned his upper body slightly forward and lowered his voice and said: "If you really want to do this, I will do it." There is no need for us to take the lead. Someone came from the capital two days ago, saying that they were here on the orders of Taiwei Changsun, and I personally received them. There is also a letter written by Taiwei Changsun here..."
He told the story in a low voice.
"hiss……"
Several people looked at each other and saw each other's shock.
Is there such a thing?
Shen Zong and Zhang Ji thought about it and both said: "If this matter is true, there may be something that can be done..."
Wang Jing pondered for a long time, shook his head and sighed: "We read the books of sages and follow the teachings of Confucius and Saints, how can we do such unkind and unjust things? Even if we succeed for a while, we will be tortured for life afterwards and feel guilty. Damn it, I won’t do it.”
Shen Weiqi said: "This is a God-given opportunity, why not? With external help, some people will bear the blame afterwards, and some people will deal with the aftermath properly, we only need to follow the trend, and we can eliminate Fang Jun's scourge. From now on, every family in Jiangnan can rest assured Bold salt exposure, sea trade, and spare no effort to support His Highness the King of Jin in seizing the throne. This can be regarded as your contribution. In the future, when the King of Jin ascends the throne, he will be rewarded with great treasures. You are the first-class meritorious service. Your name will be remembered in history by being promoted to an official position. , I can't find such a good thing even if I look at the lamplight! Is it possible that whether it is a loss of heart or not, it can be more important than one's own future? Throughout the ages, whoever has achieved something is not ruthless. What kind of good person do you think Fang Jun is? Didn’t you get where you are today by squeezing the Jiangnan nobles? The Gu family, young and old, fool around and cry every day!"
He had previously thought that this Wang Jing was a gentle, knowledgeable and admirable young man from a famous family, but now it seemed that he was so pedantic that he was stupid at reading.
The teachings of Confucius and the sages of Confucius are now highly respected and regarded as the standard. But at that time, Confucius himself was wandering the world and had no place to display his talents. In the end, his life philosophy was not recognized and he died in depression. Isn't it possible? Does it explain the problem?
It's okay to shout about the teachings of Confucius and Mencius, but it's just to show off one's own loftiness and obedience, and to fool the people. But if one really believes in this in his heart and regards it as a rule, then he is extremely stupid and is destined to achieve nothing.
However, no matter what he said, Wang Jing just shook his head and said decisively: "There is no need to talk about this matter again. I absolutely do not agree with it. I would also like to advise you to have a clean heart and act upright. Those dirty tricks must be avoided." Don't do it, otherwise you will regret it for the rest of your life and you will never be able to get rid of it."
Shen Zong and Zhang Ji nodded in agreement.
Only Shen Wei rolled his eyes and nodded in approval, but he had his own thoughts in mind...
*****
When Mu Yuanzuo arrived at Wangjiang Tower with two officials, Xiao and Wang, the light rain gradually started to fall, but in front of Wangjiang Tower, there was a lot of noise and bustle of cars and horses.
The carriage stopped not far in front of the building. The three of them sat in the carriage and looked out. Mu Yuanzuo smiled and said: "Look, Duke Yue's unreasonable trick has shocked the public. This family previously pretended to be deaf and mute and did not even show up to His Highness the King of Wei when he arrived in Jiangnan, but now they rush to visit him, which is really ridiculous."
The two officials smiled awkwardly and could not answer the question.
Their family is one of the "ridiculous" ones in Mu Yuanzuo's words...
Mu Yuanzuo opened the curtain and stepped out of the car, followed closely by the two officials. A servant held an umbrella on one side and protected the three of them as they walked quickly to the door.
Xi Jun bought a military uniform with a helmet and armor, holding a horizontal sword in his hand and stood at the door like a door god. When he saw Mu Yuanzuo, he quickly stepped forward and gave a military salute: "I have seen Mu Yuanzuo!"
Mu Yuanzuo stepped forward and helped Xi Junmai up with a kind smile: "We are all members of our own family, why should General Xi be so polite? This is not a government office, so there is no need to be formal, and there is no need to be polite."
Many officials were waiting outside the door to be received. Their eyelids jumped when they saw Mu Yuanzuo's expression and behavior.
After all, you are also a dignified governor of Suzhou and a high-ranking official in the border areas. You are so "affable" to Fang Jun even in front of his subordinates. How can you be so shameless?
Mu Yuanzuo, however, adhered to the principle of "whoever supports me is my father" and looked down upon these people. He asked with a smile: "I would like to ask General Xi to come in and say that I am here to pay a visit to His Highness the King of Wei and Yue." Duke."
Xi Junmai stood aside with his hands clasped, and said respectfully: "Your Highness and the Duke of Yue have already given orders. As soon as Governor Mu comes, he can enter immediately. There is no need to inform, please!"
Mu Yuanzuo pointed at Xiao and Wang and said, "These two are my colleagues. You see..."
"Since we came here with Governor Mu, there is no need to check, we can go in together!"
"Thank you!"
Xiao and Wang entered the gate together with Mu Yuanzuo amid the envious eyes of everyone waiting outside.