Here in Qufu, the Kong family already feels that something is wrong.
After Jin Yiwei sent the driving notice and Yan Shenggong came to Beijing, no news came out.
Now the county magistrate has been lost again, which is simply unbelievable.
In Duke Yansheng's Mansion, all clans of the Kong family gathered together, with the young prince Kong Chengqing sitting in the middle, and the atmosphere was very dignified.
When Kong Chengqing saw that everyone was here, he said, "I'm summoning you all today for something important. Yan Ziru, please tell me!"
Yan Ziru is the Prime Minister of Qufu County. He first agreed and then said: "Kong Zhixian went to Jining Prefecture three days ago and has not returned yet. However, Jining Prefecture said that Kong Zhixian left and returned to Qufu that day. I don't dare to neglect my humble position."
, please let the government know how to deal with it."
Kong Chengqing said: "Everyone, tell me, what do you think about this matter?"
In the crowd, someone stood up and said: "I guess he is still in Jining Mansion, why not wait a few more days?"
"After all, Jining Prefecture is more prosperous than Qufu. Maybe I can enjoy it in one of the fireworks lanes!"
"That's true. Brother Chengping is a romantic man. You can send someone to visit some famous local brothels, and maybe you can find them."
Kong Chengqing's face suddenly darkened when he heard that everyone's discussion was gradually becoming more serious.
"Enough!"
Only then did everyone realize that...it seemed that the topic had gone a little off track, so they all shut up.
"Through what happened these days, haven't you felt it yet? Someone is clearly trying to deal with the Kong family!"
Although everyone did not speak, their faces looked disapproving, because in the Ming Dynasty, who dared to deal with the Kong family?
Even Emperor Taizu Zhu Yuanzhang was very respectful to the Kong family, even to the point of taking the lead in flattering others.
This world belongs to the Zhu family, but it is also ruled by the emperor and the scholar-bureaucrats. If we can rule the world without thousands of scholars, it will be a waste!
Therefore, as the world's leading scholars and descendants of saints, the Kong family has never worried about anyone trying to deal with them.
Even when the Song Dynasty, Song Dynasty, Jin Kingdom, and Mongolia coexisted, no one dared to attack the Kong family.
This has been the case for thousands of years. It is no exaggeration to say that people who dare to oppose the Confucius family have not yet been born!
Kong Chengqing knew this truth best, but the strange things that happened recently made him doubtful.
Who is it that has the courage to go against the Kong family?
In the Ming Dynasty, the only person with such strength is probably... the one from the Forbidden City...
The clan heads of the Kong family were all discussing in low voices, but the gloom on Kong Chengqing's face became more and more intense. He felt more and more that something was wrong. It was very likely that the emperor was preparing to attack the Kong family!
Because the cause of the matter is that the new policy is about to be implemented across the country.
It is said that a very important aspect of the New Deal is the reform of the imperial examination.
It is said that the traditional Four Books and Five Classics should be abandoned and replaced by natural science and nonsense...
If this is the case, how can the Confucian family be the only one, and how can the Confucian family be supreme?
Therefore, Duke Yansheng's Mansion sent people to Yu County to promote enlightenment. At the same time, it also sent a message to scholars in the world. As long as the Confucius family is still there, the imperial examination will be there, and the interests of all scholars will be there!
However, now that I think about it carefully, it seems that it is not that simple.
After Kong Zhiping went to Yu County, he was taken away directly by Jin Yiwei.
Next, Duke Yansheng went to the capital in person, but it was like a stone sinking into the sea, and there is still no news.
Now even the county magistrate has been lost...
Kong Chengqing suddenly raised his head and asked: "Why did Taiping go to Jining Mansion? What happened?"
The county magistrate Yan Ziru thought for a while and then said: "I don't know much about the humble position, but before Kongzhi County went to Jining Prefecture, some strange things did happen..."
"What's weird?"
"This..."
Yan Ziru looked at the Kong family present and swallowed.
Kong Chengqing said impatiently: "If you have anything to say, just say it!"
Yan Ziru could only say: "A few days ago, four...no, five people, all local people, came to the county government to file a complaint."
"Sue? Who should I sue?"
"Sue... Yan Shenggong's Mansion!"
As soon as Yan Ziru finished speaking, someone started shouting: "How can this be unreasonable? Who is so bold as to sue Yan Shenggong's Mansion?"
"Sit down first!"
Kong Chengqing glared at the man, and then said, "Go on, what's going on?"
Yan Ziru had no choice but to tell the story of what happened that day.
After everyone heard this, they were filled with indignation. A few idiots went to the county government to file a lawsuit against Yan Shenggong's Mansion. Do they think they have a long life?
Doesn’t it just occupy a few acres of your family’s land?
Didn’t I just steal your wife?
Didn’t I just beat your father to death...
How dare you complain about such a trivial matter?
However, Kong Chengqing smelled a hint of conspiracy.
It is true that they are just a few idiots. On weekdays, let alone complaining, they don’t even dare to raise their heads in front of Yan Shenggong’s mansion. Why do they suddenly have the courage to go to the county government to file a complaint?
This matter is very unreasonable. If you connect the recent events one by one, you will find that there seems to be an answer.
The cause of the matter was that the emperor wanted to implement the New Deal, and Yan Shenggong wanted to stand up for the scholars in the world, which was equivalent to offending the emperor.
The Jinyiwei are the emperor's eagle dogs, and everything they do is the emperor's intention.
In other words, these idiots who complained must have been instigated by some people. Of course the people behind the scenes knew that it was impossible to bring down the Kong family with just a few idiots and a few pieces of paper, but it was enough to bring down the county magistrate.
Kong Chengping!
As a county parent, the people cried out for injustice, but ignored him. Whether it was shielding or dereliction of duty, it was enough to drag him down.
"That's right, Jining Mansion summoned Chengping for this matter, and Chengping's disappearance is also related to this matter!"
Yan Ziru was puzzled and asked: "Why did the young master say this?"
Kong Chengqing's face was dark and he said: "Those mud-legged people are definitely not simple. There are people behind them who are instigating them. Qufu County will not try them, so they must have sued Jining Prefecture."
Yan Ziru added: "It stands to reason that it is impossible for the prefect of Jining to oppose Yan Shenggong's prefecture..."
"Humph!"
Kong Chengqing sneered and said: "If my prediction is correct, the next one to suffer will be the prefect of Jining!"
Everyone present was stunned, not understanding what it meant.
Kong Chengqing shook his head and said: "The matter is far more serious than we imagined. The emperor should be preparing to take action against the Kong family. Now that things have happened, the Kong family has no choice. If we just sit back and wait for death, it will be a dead end. We must fight back!" Yan Ziru felt cold sweat dripping down his back, and thought to himself, isn't this guy going to rebel?
You are a distinguished member of the Kong family. If we follow you, we can get some light. However, if you want to rebel, do you want to kill us?
Kong Chengqing continued: "Immediately pass a letter to the Jinan Guard Commander, saying that the Kong family is in trouble and asking him to find a way to support him! In addition, I will write a letter to the world in the name of Yan Shenggong, calling on scholars all over the world to oppose the New Deal.
, don’t be idle. After you go back, mobilize all the connections you can use to build momentum to oppose the New Deal. I don’t believe it. If everyone in the world opposes it, can this New Deal be pushed forward?"
As expected of the successor of Yan Shenggong, Kong Chengqing’s thinking was very clear. The crux of all problems lay in the New Deal.
If the emperor successfully implements the New Deal, the Confucius family will be the first to bear the brunt. If by that time, they make some objections, it will be almost the same as treason, and the consequences can be imagined.
Therefore, we must take advantage of the current situation, when the New Deal has not yet been implemented, to use Yan Shenggong’s status to rally scholars from all over the world and let them make trouble and put pressure on the court.
As long as the New Deal fails, what the Confucian family does will be what the people of the world want. Even if the emperor is reluctant, the feelings of thousands of scholars must be considered. Then the Confucian family is still the supreme Confucian sage and is still respected by everyone in the world.
Yan Shenggong.
After the discussion, the clan leaders of each clan went back to make preparations. The Kong family was flourishing, with many children serving as officials in various places, and their connections were almost all over the world.
Jinan Guard Commander Cai Jinkui was the son-in-law of Duke Yansheng. When he received the letter, he was very confused.
According to what Kong Chengqing said, Duke Yansheng's Mansion was indeed in trouble. However, the Ming Dynasty had very strict management of the army. Without the order of the court, the commanders of various military stations had no right to act without permission. Otherwise, they would be punished for treason.
In this situation, even if he wanted to help, he would be powerless.
"Father, what are you worrying about?"
Cai Jinkui looked up and saw that it was his son Cai Kun, and said: "The letter from Duke Yansheng's Mansion said that he was in trouble."
"Is it related to the New Deal?"
Cai Jinkui said in surprise: "How do you know?"
Cai Kun handed over a piece of paper and said: "Father, look at this."
After Cai Jinkui took it, he took a few glances and saw that it was an open letter to the world, and it was signed by Yan Shenggong.
"Where did this... come from?"
"Many people have received it. The head of our academy is a direct disciple of Yan Shenggong, so naturally he has also received it."
Cai Jinkui said with lingering fear: "Is Duke Yan Sheng's Mansion trying to go against the emperor?"
"No!"
Cai Kun shook his head and said: "This is not to oppose the emperor, but to call on scholars all over the world to oppose the New Deal."
"What's the difference?"
"If the Kong family stands up to oppose the New Deal, then they are going against the emperor. But if everyone in the world opposes it, then the Kong family is following the general trend and goes with it!"
Cai Jinkui thought for a while, and it seemed to be the truth. He didn't expect that his son could understand it so thoroughly. He didn't read this book in vain.
"Tell me again, what should I do as a father?"
"My mother came from Yanshengong's mansion, so at such a critical moment, my father naturally had to help."
"But, without orders, my father can't move any troops, so how can I help?"
"This is easy!"
Cai Kun smiled slightly and said: "If rogue bandits appear in Qufu, can the Jinan Guard send troops to quell the bandits?"
"That's right!"
Cai Jinkui smiled. It must be a scholar who has many ideas. Why didn't he think of it?
It is a capital crime to mobilize troops without reason, but if you go to quell the invaders, not only is it innocent, it is also a great achievement!
"Without further delay, help me write a memorial for my father now!"
Jinan Wei's memorial was first sent to Pei Lun, the chief envoy of Shandong Province. Pei Lun was the imperial concubine of the 19th year of Yongle. He was an upright person who did not avoid powerful people and dared to speak out. He was repeatedly marginalized in the court. In order to protect him, San Yang
Send him to Shandong as the chief envoy, so that he can govern the country with peace of mind and stay away from the disputes in the capital.
When Pei Lun learned that there were rogue bandits, he didn't think much about it. He wrote a letter to Cai Jinkui, ordering him to go immediately to quell the bandits. At the same time, he wrote a memorial and sent a horse to deliver the two memorials to the capital.<
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The Jinan Guard has a full complement of 5,600 men, but there is a lot of free money. The actual number is roughly around 3,000. Cai Jinkui left some old, weak, sick and disabled to guard the camp, and personally led the main force of 2,000, traveling day and night.
Go to Qufu.
At the same time, an army set off from Nanjing and its destination was Qufu.
There are approximately 500 people in this team. They are all cavalry, carrying new orthodox Type 15 rifles on their backs and hanging ammunition bags on their waists. Everyone is full of energy.
On the outskirts of Jining Mansion, Zhu Ji came to greet him personally.
"The humble Imperial Guard Zhu Ji has met Lord Rui Guo!"
Li Zhen got off her horse and said straight to the point: "What's going on? You're not late, are you?"
Zhu Ji replied: "Back to Duke Rui, the troops of Jinan Guard are still on the way and are expected to arrive in Qufu in three days."
Li Zhen nodded and said: "The order I received is to cooperate with your actions. Just tell me how to fight. Is it to intercept you halfway, or what?"
"Rui Guogong has been working hard all the way. It's better to take a rest first. It won't be too late to make plans when the Jinan Guards arrive."
Li Zhen thought for a while and then asked: "How about we take care of the Kong family first?"
"This...it's not urgent, it's not urgent!"
"Let me tell you, we are very busy. All the guards in the south of the Yangtze River are going to military training. I have finally managed to get 500 people for you. We must fight quickly and cannot delay it!"
"What Mr. Rui Guo said is true, but as a humble person, let's... make a plan..."
Zhu Ji was secretly worried, why did this person come up and scream for death? They haven't rebelled yet, so what does it mean to kill them now?
They must be convicted of their crimes before taking action, only then can they be justified.
Li Zhen seemed a little impatient and asked: "Okay, tell me your plan. When will we take action?"
Zhu Ji:......
"You are talking!"
"This..."
Zhu Ji looked at the sky and said, "It's getting late, so I have prepared wine and food to welcome Duke Rui!"
"Don't be in a hurry to eat, just tell me your plan first."
"Okay, please, Mr. Rui Guogong, please move."
Zhu Ji had no choice but to bring Li Zhen to the house, opened the map, and said: "According to humble intelligence, there are approximately two thousand Jinan Guards. They claim to be to wipe out the bandits in Qufu. If they intercept and kill them halfway, they insist that they are
If we defeat the invaders, we will be very passive."
"What do you mean?"
"When the Jinan Guards arrive in Qufu, according to the Ming Dynasty Law, if there are no bandits to suppress, they must return to their base within the specified time. Otherwise, they can be punished as treason."
"In other words, we still have to wait?"
"Yes, you have to wait!"
Li Zhen sighed and said, "Then you had told me earlier and I would have come over a few days later."
Zhu Ji laughed along with him and said: "If Duke Rui is not in charge, I will only have a hundred or so guards around me. If the other party suddenly attacks, I am afraid... I will be outnumbered..."