Done! Your Majesty is going to prostitute me for free!

Lu Yinsheng glared at Lin Xiaofeng angrily, his eyes seemed to be burning with blazing fire, and he secretly gritted his teeth in his heart, convinced that Lin Xiaofeng was as cunning as a fox, and often used the prince as a shield to block external attacks. He glanced at Emperor Jingjiang who was sitting upright and saw that he had not made his position clear, so he could only continue: "Your Majesty clearly knows that the number of food reserves in the homes of officials listed in the newspaper is actually false. If Let the people know, I am afraid that it will arouse public resentment. His Majesty is kind and generous, and it may be caused by Lin Xiaofeng's clever words." Suddenly a contemptuous sneer was heard from the crowd: "Hey~ He is just a flatterer!" Immediately locate the source of the sound and turn to the person making the sound with an angry face.

At this time, Emperor Jingjiang finally spoke up to stop the quarrel that was about to escalate. He turned his attention to Lin Xiaofeng and asked in a deep voice: "Lin Xiaofeng, where did you get the amount of grain stored in the homes of hundreds of officials recorded in the newspaper? Lin Xiaofeng responded calmly without changing his expression: "Reporting to your majesty, Wei Chen ordered his men to make calculations based on information from multiple sources. There will inevitably be errors. Not every number is completely accurate. If you, sir, find out that what the newspaper said is consistent with the facts. If it doesn't match, you can tell us directly and I will publish a report tomorrow to clarify." As soon as this statement came out, everyone listened with bated breath, and the atmosphere in the entire hall temporarily calmed down due to Emperor Jingjiang's calmness and Lin Xiaofeng's calmness.

After hearing Lin Xiaofeng's words, Lu Yinsheng retorted angrily: "Your Majesty! This is nonsense. The amount of grain stored in the newspaper is actually a fabricated conjecture! Where did the 50,000 shi of grain come from in the minister's house? It was clearly made up by Lin Xiaofeng! Within a few days, the "Prince Daily News" was full of loopholes and fallacies. For this reason, I kindly request that the newspaper be handed over to the Academy of Academicians for strict management, and it will not be published until it is verified by the learned academicians. I’m afraid it will lead to an irreversible disaster! Please allow your Majesty to approve this proposal!”

As soon as these words came out, many bachelors and court officials responded one after another and knelt down to agree. Lin Xiaofeng narrowed his eyes slightly, and his deep gaze circulated among the crowd, knowing in his heart that all this was done well prepared. In just one day, everyone quickly united to boycott the newspaper.

Upon seeing this, Emperor Jingjiang showed a trace of helplessness and headache, and glanced sideways at Lin Xiaofeng. He knew very well that the Lu family did not have a grain store business, so how could they have such a huge amount of grain in stock? This guy is too hasty in doing things, and he should be more careful when arranging his articles. Such a random arrangement, why didn't you ask me for verification in advance? This matter is of great importance. How dare you take action without consulting me? Looking back two years later, wouldn't it be audacious?

"Your Majesty, please, put this matter on hold for the time being. We have more urgent matters to decide." Emperor Jingjiang's majestic voice echoed in the court: "Since this newspaper has spread to all parts of the world and triggered discussions from all sides, It is extremely difficult to stop it, but at this moment, it doesn’t matter how much food you have in your homes. The key is that everyone should actively donate food to appease the people and maintain the prestige of the court. Now, each of you should report your willingness to donate. Let's increase the amount of food!" As Emperor Jingjiang finished speaking, the atmosphere in the court became more solemn, and everyone's eyes shone with different lights. The decision they were about to make not only related to their personal reputation, but also affected the country. The direction of destiny.

Lin Xiaofeng secretly admired Emperor Jingjiang's wise decision. He stood up suddenly and responded with a firm look: "We are willing to donate five hundred shi of food. If the food is insufficient, we are willing to use the equivalent amount of silver to make up for it!" He spoke passionately and spoke impassionedly. "Although the food reserves in my palace are limited, I am willing to spend all my money just to save the people from hunger and to relieve His Majesty's worries. Even if I don't leave a grain behind, I will not complain at all. My lords, please do your best. Follow your heart.”

Lin Xiaofeng looked around with a smile on his face. His smile was like a spring breeze blowing across the lake, causing ripples. His move undoubtedly put an invisible pressure on the high-ranking officials present. Who would dare to donate less food than him at this time? Everyone looked at him with hatred and fear, thinking silently in their hearts: This kid is good at stirring up trouble, and he will be eliminated quickly in the future!
Emperor Jingjiang nodded slightly. Although his face was calm, he was deeply pleased and admired Lin Xiaofeng's love for the people and country. He said loudly: "Well, very good! Lin Aiqing's love for the country and the people, I have been deeply moved. So, what should the rest of the Qing family do?" Bai Yongyuan couldn't help but have mixed feelings when he heard Lin Xiaofeng's generous move. As one of the most important ministers of the imperial court, Lin Xiaofeng, a fourth-rank official, could donate five hundred shi, which put Bai Yongyuan in a high position into a dilemma. One thousand dan is not a small amount for him, but although the family's food reserves are far more than 2,000 dan, a sudden donation of so much may cause many objections among the clan members, making it difficult for him to make a decision.

Under the gaze of everyone, Bai Yongyuan pondered for a long time with a heavy face. Finally, he gritted his teeth and said resolutely: "Wei Chen is willing to donate a thousand stones of food!" As soon as he said this, the whole place was in an uproar. Everyone looked at each other, and then expressed their response one after another. . Those in high positions or the gentry and aristocrats, under pressure, also successively offered their own food donation amounts, nine hundred, eight hundred... until the last person, although they could only contribute tens of stones, they all Did my part.

According to statistics, the total amount of donations raised was only 17,800 shi. Lin Xiaofeng lowered his head and made some calculations, knowing that this amount was undoubtedly a drop in the bucket in solving the food shortage in the south, but it was still much better than doing nothing. He knew that he would need to find another good strategy to truly save the victims from the fire and water.

Emperor Jingjiang was also deeply worried about such a result. He frowned and saw a mountain of memorials in front of him, all of which were urgent reports about the food disaster in the south. In addition to levying grain from wealthy households, local governments even had to increase private taxes to raise more grain. However, this approach undoubtedly exacerbated the hardship of the people. Faced with all this, Emperor Jingjiang was anxious, but felt helpless. But no matter what, this fundraising event initiated by Lin Xiaofeng has achieved certain results. If not, it may be difficult to raise even half of the food collected so far. This made him more aware that in this major test related to the fate of the country and the suffering of the people, no effort and attempt should be ignored. They may be the spark that lights up the light of hope in the darkness.

Emperor Jingjiang slowly raised his eyes in deep thought, with a look of perseverance on his slightly tired face. He said loudly: "My dear friends, it is a great blessing for our court to be so active in donating food. Lin Aiqing, After today's announcement, you must immediately verify the actual food storage situation in Baiguan's home, and clarify and announce it through the newspaper as soon as possible. The amount of food donated by everyone today must also be disclosed in the newspaper in detail to calm the public opinion. "

When Lu Yinsheng heard this, his eagerness was palpable. He couldn't wait to interrupt and asked: "Your Majesty, should the management of the newspaper be handed over to the Academy of Bachelors for review and control?" Before he finished speaking, Emperor Jingjiang interrupted him decisively with a wave of his hand. He spoke with blazing eyes: "Let this matter be put aside for the time being. You and Lin Xiaofeng will each submit a memorial to elaborate on your opinions. I will consider it carefully and make a decision." Emperor Jingjiang was like a mirror in his heart, knowing that there was something hidden behind this newspaper with the name of the prince. With many subtle trade-offs, he was always wary of possible joint actions between Lu Yinsheng and the Academy.

Lin Xiaofeng remained calm, secretly happy: This old fox is eager for success, and he may have touched some sensitive areas. Perhaps we can take the opportunity to send someone to conduct an in-depth investigation and uncover the true intention behind it. When Lu Yinsheng saw this, he looked embarrassed and had to retreat to his original position silently without saying anything more.

Emperor Jingjiang promptly announced his withdrawal from the court: "In this case, today's affairs have come to an end for the time being. If there are any important matters that need to be announced urgently, report them as soon as possible; if there are no major matters, let the court disperse." As his voice fell, everyone The minister bowed and exited, and the brief silence returned to the court hall.

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After the court meeting ended, Bai Yongyuan returned to his office as always, with newspapers that he must read every day already placed on his desk. As soon as he sat down, he immediately took the newspaper in his hand and read it carefully word by word. The same is true for everyone in the room. Within a few days, they have gradually become accustomed to reading this newspaper every day. It not only contains fascinating stories, but also contains a lot of valuable information. At this moment, the whole room could only hear the rustling sound of pages turning, one after another.

Soon, as the last newspaper was gently closed, the sound of turning pages gradually disappeared. Everyone in the room put down the newspapers in their hands, and their eyes invariably focused on Bai Yongyuan. I saw that Bai Yongyuan had also finished reading, but at this moment his eyes seemed a little dull, as if he was experiencing a silent storm in his heart.

It turns out that next to that familiar list, there is a shocking news on today's front page: "Old Baige shed tears in the editorial office." This line of title is like a pebble thrown into a calm lake, causing ripples and surprising and confusing everyone present. Bai Yongyuan looked at those big bold characters with mixed feelings in his heart. He knew that there must be a tortuous and profound story hidden behind them, and this story had quietly spread to everyone in the capital and even across the country through the ink fragrance of "Prince Daily". In the heart of a person who cares about current affairs.

Li Qiuyan had a deep friendship with Bai Yongyuan. He quietly moved to Bai Yongyuan's side and whispered: "Mr. Bai, have you and Lin Xiaofeng secretly reached some kind of tacit understanding?" Before he could finish speaking, Bai Yongyuan's face suddenly changed, as if he had been touched. Like a ferocious beast, he shouted sternly: "Lin Xiaofeng! This thief has done me great harm!" After hearing this, everyone understood and understood that Bai Yongyuan must have been plotted by Lin Xiaofeng. They all picked up the newspapers in their hands to hide their embarrassment, and Li Qiuyan also retreated to his seat, leaving only Bai Yongyuan's angry and unwilling curses echoing in the public room.

At the same time, Lin Xiaofeng and Li Dexian were galloping on their horses on their way back to the newspaper office. Many people originally wanted to find Lin Xiaofeng to verify the specific amount of food stored in his home. However, when they turned around to look, they saw Lin Xiaofeng disappearing in the streets like lightning. Looking at the retreating figure, everyone couldn't help but complain, quite dissatisfied with Lin Xiaofeng's behavior.

After arriving at the newspaper office, Lin Xiaofeng was like a commander on the battlefield. As soon as he stood in the central position, he loudly ordered: "Everyone should stop what they are doing immediately and quickly organize the spare manuscripts! I will give you two quarters of an hour, and you must rush to produce it." A new edition of the newspaper is sent to the printing press! Today’s enthusiastic donations from hundreds of officials in the court must be published as a front-page headline! Dear colleagues, in order to provide more life-saving food to the victims in the southern disaster area, we are here now. Let's go all out to fight!" As his words fell, the entire newspaper office immediately entered a tense and orderly working state. Everyone was silently working hard for this "battle" that was related to the people's livelihood and the fate of the country. go.

When the reporters heard about this, they were as excited as firewood and started a new round of work frenzy. Lin Xiaofeng held the Langhao pen filled with the fragrance of ink tightly in her hand and quickly recorded the specific amount and names of the food donated by the officials in the court today. Fortunately, the donation amounts are all in whole numbers, and they are arranged in order according to the official grade, making it easy to remember and organize. When he handed the recorded paper to Yang Baixi for processing, the entire editorial department was filled with a nervous and fighting atmosphere.

Li Dexian, who had been waiting for a long time, finally asked: "Old Lin, why are you rushing back in such a hurry? Can't you send the report tomorrow?" Lin Xiaofeng replied solemnly: "Although theoretically you can wait until tomorrow for the release, Your Highness It can be seen that many people in the court today are dissatisfied and resentful of our actions. The longer it takes, the worse it will be for me, so I must try to inspire them to donate more food and grass once they are found. The excuse for attacking us will doubt whether the newspaper can continue to operate in our hands for a long time. Therefore, we must race against time and do what we can to make up for it. "

After hearing this, Li Dexian fell into deep thought. After a moment, he nodded in agreement: "You are absolutely right! Without further ado, you guys hurry up and deal with the follow-up matters. As for the rapid distribution of the newspaper, it is too late to find a newsboy at the moment. I will go to the transfer palace right now." The guards in the team will try to sell today's newspaper to every corner of the city in the afternoon!" After hearing this, Lin Xiaofeng showed a happy smile on his face and praised: "Your Highness has thought carefully, you can do your work first. I will continue to write articles to ensure that every article can directly touch people's hearts and arouse the sympathy and support of more people." As the conversation between the two ended, the atmosphere in the newspaper office became more tense and orderly, and everyone's movements were tense. It seems to have been fast forwarded several times, in order to deliver this newspaper that carries the hope of people's livelihood into the hands of thousands of households as soon as possible.

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The afternoon sun was shining slantingly, and the newspaper office and the printing press worked together to produce the second newspaper of the day, which was finally steaming out of the oven. Many team members in environmental protection uniforms ran along the street holding brand-new newspapers. They shouted with loud voices and enthusiasm: "Extra! Extra! Officials of the imperial court are actively donating food for disaster relief. Big news is breaking out!"

Two newspapers were published in one day. In this era when information circulation was still scarce, it was an unprecedented novelty. Therefore, there was a rush of buyers, rushing to have a look. In less than an hour, the printed newspapers that had just rolled out of the printing shop were sold out. And the brightly lit printing shop was still a busy scene. The new batch of newspapers had just been printed and were sold out immediately. The cycle continued as if it would never stop.

At this time, newspaper readers from all walks of life had received this important news one after another. They speculated that today's profits would be huge. Their faces were filled with unconcealable joy. They quickly gathered in the streets and alleys and started selling loudly again. In an instant, the people on the street who were accustomed to stopping to listen to the newspapers gathered around them and asked curiously: "How come there are two newspapers today? What's new? Read it quickly and listen!"

When the newspaper reader saw this, his face was rosy and he was beaming with joy. He waved his hands to everyone, indicating that everyone should quiet down, and then said loudly: "Fellow folks, please be patient! Today's temporarily printed page carries a matter concerning the country. Big news of fate - imperial officials donated food generously to help the disaster-stricken areas in the south survive the difficulties! Now, I will read out the amount of food donated by each family one by one. "

"The Bai clan took the lead in setting an example and donated a thousand dan of food!"

"Not to be outdone, the Lu family also donated a thousand dan!"... After the amount of food donation from each family was recited, there was a sound of exclamation in the crowd. The total amount of 17,800 dan of food undoubtedly showed that The generosity and kindness of the court officials. However, in an instant, the atmosphere in the crowd changed subtly, and some people began to notice something strange: the families on the ranking list who claimed to have tens of thousands of stones in food reserves, now only donated a minuscule part, and the onlookers couldn't help but feel The people expressed dissatisfaction and doubts.

The newspaper reader's words blew through the crowd like a spring breeze, and there was a burst of understanding laughter and whispers from the crowd. A middle-aged man said with a smile: "Folks, don't be anxious! You see, there is a blank column in this newspaper that has not yet been filled. It is the fascinating 'Celebrity Interview'. Today it finally has content. , and it happens to be about the food donation that we are hotly discussing. If you have the money, you can contribute. Let’s listen to the following.”

When people in the crowd heard these words, their originally slightly scattered eyes refocused on the newspaper reader, and their anticipation was palpable. I saw the newspaper reader clearing his throat and reading aloud again. His voice penetrated the hustle and bustle of the entire market:
"Ahem! Dear fellow villagers, let us now open a new chapter in this issue of "Celebrity Interviews" - in view of the recent food donation campaign launched in the court, which has triggered heated discussions among the people, "Prince Daily" specially interviewed the young lady of the Taifu Mansion Mr. Fu Lin Xiaofeng. This Taifu Lin, who is known for his outspokenness, gave a sharp and profound comment on the current amount of food donations by officials: If the adults in the court only donate these insignificant amounts, I am afraid it will be shameful. Cun, let the people down!"

As the cadence of the newspaper reader's voice fell, the crowd once again stirred up a wave of discussion. Some agreed with Lin Xiaofeng's point of view, while others felt embarrassed and helpless for the officials named. At this moment, the newspaper, which carried the sufferings of the people and the conflicts between the government and the people, seemed to have become a bridge connecting the two worlds, closely connecting people's hearts and paying attention to this major event related to the fate of the country and the well-being of the people.

In that newspaper office filled with the smell of ink and the heat of news, a weather-beaten newspaperman, with a skillful and steady posture, slowly stretched out the paper in his hand, as if uncovering a piece of paper. It is as solemn and detailed as opening a long scroll of history. He looked intently at each line of text engraved on the scroll, like a craftsman carefully carving a rare treasure in the world. With a long breath, the reporter suddenly raised his voice, and his voice penetrated the quiet space like a bell, and said loudly:

"At this moment, the words I want to present to you are the true feelings from the depths of Mr. Lin's heart. Colleagues, please allow me to guide you to reflect on how many reincarnations of food shortage crises have occurred across the country in the past years. Have we decisively embarked on the path of reform? If we still stick to the old system, it is nothing more than a superficial trick, but it is actually a trick without changing the medicine!"

At this moment, my thoughts couldn't help but drift to Bai Shangshu's somewhat old but still powerful rebuttal that day: "Do you know how long I will live this year? What roles do you play? You are still young, have you ever experienced a lot of things? To survive the pain of food shortage, you have the courage to teach people like us who have gone through many vicissitudes of life how to save the people from hanging upside down!"

Looking at the food donation campaign in front of us, what is the actual performance of the court ministers? Those so-called donated grains are just a drop in the bucket. How can they fill the abyss of hungry people in the disaster areas? For example, a prominent official like Lu Yinsheng stingily donated only a few thousand shi of grain. How could such a meager amount be worth the desire of the victims to survive? There has to be a bigger donation! Just imagine, if we are still content with the status quo, then many places in the south like Longquan Town may become a world of starvation and death. Once Longquan Town is lost, its impact will surely spread along the Yangtze River. By then, the whole country will be plunged into a whirlpool of hunger, and the fate of the country will be in jeopardy!

It is obviously difficult to support the donation of food by the efforts of officials alone. Wealthy private households should also come forward. Those who are rich should donate generously, and those who are powerful can help each other to tide over the difficulties together. However, the amount of donations made by many ministers in the imperial court is really disappointing! Let me ask, in just six months, who can guarantee that the food shortage problem will be completely solved? At this point, I would like to appeal to Lu Yinsheng and others, they must first understand the foundation of being an official. What is the true meaning of asking for orders for the people? I, Lin, have already gone bankrupt and donated all the food stored at home. Everyone else should follow suit based on their actual situation!

After the reporter finished reading, the surroundings suddenly fell into a dead silence. Only his passionate words echoed in the empty newspaper office. Master Lin pointed out the ills of the times, sharply and sharply. Not only did he donate all his family property, but he also dared to speak frankly in front of Shangguan. Where can you find such a strong-willed and upright person in this world? !
Waves of exclamation suddenly arose among the crowd, like a strong wind passing through the ears, which made people feel shocked. "Mr. Lin, that is a truly honest man!" A middle-aged man said loudly and passionately, with sincere admiration in his voice, "This is what we look forward to day and night, who can work hard for our people and uphold justice. What a good official!" Followed by an old man, his face full of indignation: "That Lu Yinsheng is really despicable and nasty to the extreme!"

As the discussion started like a fire, the crowd quickly gathered, like a dense shoal of fish swarming to one place, and the entire street was packed into an airtight place in an instant. At this time, a warm-hearted citizen raised his arms high, with a determined light in his eyes: "I also want to learn from Mr. Lin, even if I have little power, I will donate a piece of food, but I don't know where to donate this heart?"

The newspaperman with the hot newspaper in his hand stepped forward again at this moment, and his hoarse and powerful voice echoed in the crowded streets: "Dear fellow villagers and elders, Mr. Lin has set up a special food donation point in Beilang Square, North Langfang. , if you are interested, you can go directly to donate!”

As soon as the reporter finished speaking, the crowd dispersed like an ebbing tide, and everyone rushed to the food donation point with enthusiasm. However, the reporter had sharp eyesight and quick hands, and hurriedly stopped him loudly: "My fellow villagers, please don't be impatient. There is still an important matter related to people's livelihood that has not yet been explained!"

This voice called back the people who were about to leave. They turned around one after another and once again surrounded the reporter tightly. Beads of sweat were seen on the reporter's forehead. He wiped the sweat and continued to read solemnly: "According to yesterday's "Prince Daily" disclosure, in the morning of this morning, Lu Yinsheng, the Minister of the Ministry of Revenue, was furious. Accusing this newspaper of being false and insisting that there is no huge amount of food hoarded in his house.”

He added: "In addition, some officials have reported that their families are living in poverty. Even though they are landowners with thousands of hectares of fertile land, they claim that they have no extra grain to donate."

"This newspaper upholds the principles of impartiality, truthfulness and transparency, and is conducting a comprehensive review of this matter. Once the details are verified, they will be made public." The reporter paused, glanced at the expectant eyes around him, and continued: " At present, this newspaper has dispatched a group of smart and capable reporters who are going deep into various official residences and fields, vowing to find out whether there is any concealment of the actual situation of food donations, or whether there are some unknown secrets hidden behind the trip of reporters like me. It can be said that he has a narrow escape. Whether he can return safely, please pay close attention to the follow-up reports! "

These words were like thunder, shocking the people watching. It turned out that the data on yesterday's rankings might be adulterated! These corrupt officials are extremely wealthy, but they still pretend to be poor and stingy, unwilling to donate even a penny. They are so shameless!
The reporters from Prince's Daily were ordered to bravely bravely venture into the dragon's pond and tiger's den, just to reveal the truth. They are the unyielding messengers of justice and the hope and courage in the hearts of the people!
At this moment, the crowd's discussion surged up and down like a tidal wave. Suddenly, a simple and direct voice cut through the hustle and bustle: "According to this, the reporters have all gone out to investigate, then won't we be the same tomorrow?" Do you have to face the dilemma of having no newspaper to read?" Upon hearing this, the newspaper reporter gave a slightly meaningful smile, like the autumn wind blowing through the wheat field, causing ripples. He responded: "Good question, ask. It’s about time!”

At that time, countless curious little sparks jumped in people's eyes, as if the stars in the night sky gathered together to form a river, reflecting the warm atmosphere in the newspaper office today. The desire for news and truth did not end just because the day's work was coming to an end. It has subsided, but has become stronger. Everyone is eagerly waiting for the crucial news that is about to be announced.

"You know, although today our newspaper sent a large number of reporters to go deep into the field for field investigation and was temporarily short of manpower, we did not stop because of this. On the contrary, we are now urgently recruiting new blood to expand our reporter team!" the reporter's voice It spread among the crowd, like a stone breaking through the water, causing ripples of heated discussion.

"The benefits offered by our company are absolutely attractive. Whether you are a newbie in the industry or an experienced writer, our monthly salary starts from one tael of silver and can go up to twenty taels. This salary span is enough to prove that we have room for personal growth. In addition, we also provide a warm and comfortable free accommodation environment so that you can have no worries after your hard work. ”

What is even more eye-catching is that there is a gathering of talents in the newspaper office, especially talented women. Their wisdom and beauty are equally important, which has become a unique scenery of the newspaper office. Not only that, steaming steamed buns are served here every morning, which is the source of motivation for getting up in the morning; and the two rest days per month allow employees to enjoy the leisurely pace of life after being busy.

Someone in the crowd was immediately moved by this extremely tempting offer and couldn't wait to respond: "Wonderful! For this generous salary, I am willing to join!" For them, working in such a newspaper office is an unstoppable experience. It's like stepping into a paradise where you can realize your career ambitions and enjoy a comfortable life - think about the monthly salary of twenty taels in bank notes, the accommodation arrangements that you don't have to worry about, the talented women around you, and the endless supply of money. The steamed buns are really one of the great things in life!

Just as the people's thoughts were being led to the ideal career palace, the reporter's conversation suddenly changed, as if a cold sword was inserted into the lively atmosphere: "Everyone, please don't be anxious. If you want to step into this threshold, There are still a few hurdles to overcome!" He waved his arms as he spoke, with a hint of seriousness and determination in his tone.

"For those who are interested in applying, the first requirement is to have excellent psychological quality, be able to deal with the changes in the world calmly, have a passion for work in their hearts, and their inexhaustible enthusiasm drives them to overcome obstacles." The reporter's eyes were deep and fiery, as if he could Insight into people's hearts, "The sense of responsibility is like a mountain. Always keep your responsibilities in mind. No matter what difficulties you face, you can move forward bravely and dare to accept any difficult and dangerous tasks."

He paused and looked around, letting everyone present feel his seriousness and sincerity: "Efficiently implement the instructions of superiors, treat work as life, and be able to remain efficient during long-term business trips, even if he is occasionally busy until late at night. At that time, you can enjoy it as well as you can. ”

The next sentence was like a groundbreaking sentence, arousing a strong response from the people: "In addition, all applicants must have certain imperial examination merit, and the most basic requirement is to pass the scholar examination." As soon as the words finished, The crowd suddenly exploded, and anger spewed out like a volcano.

"How unreasonable! How can scholars let you play with me like this!" Everyone raised the melon leaves in their hands and threw them at the reporters, and angry shouts came one after another.

The reporter had a strong figure, moving left and right to avoid flying debris, his expression remained calm, and he remained calm and alert. He shouted loudly: "Please calm down your anger for the time being, there is still an errand that has not been described in detail!" As he spoke, he skillfully changed the topic in an attempt to calm the excitement of the people.

"This newspaper has another vacancy, and we urgently need to recruit ten maids to be responsible for daily cleaning and management. Regardless of age, as long as you are willing to work, you can come and sign up. The treatment will be generous, and the monthly salary will be three cents of silver." The reporter said. After falling, the fierce atmosphere in the crowd eased slightly, but everyone's face was still full of doubts and thoughts.

In the newspaper office with dim lights in the corner, Li Dexian clutched the newly released newspaper with both hands, and deep traces of worry appeared on his face, like thick ink splashed on rice paper that could not be erased. He lowered his voice, and there was anxiety in his tone: "Brother Lin's actions are tantamount to setting fire to yourself. I am afraid that it has caused hundreds of officials to join forces to slander him. When His Majesty learns the details, he will be furious. How should we deal with this upcoming incident?" What about the coming storm?"

Lin Xiaofeng sat aside, surrounded by the lingering fragrance of ink, concentrating on grinding the tip of his pen, as if the turmoil in the outside world had nothing to do with him. He looked calm and spoke calmly: "Why should we be afraid to move forward? Now that we have taken this decisive step, we can only adapt to the current situation and let fate decide."

Lin Xiaofeng's eyes were firm, as if he could see the thorny road ahead. Compared with previous reports, the challenges this time were undoubtedly more severe. He knew that this move was like stepping on thin ice, and he would be startled at every step, but he also took the opportunity to test Emperor Jingjiang's true attitude. Although the situation was intricate and complicated, he firmly believed that the prince would secretly support him.

Even if he would lose his reputation tomorrow because of this report, Lin Xiaofeng was already mentally prepared. In his view, the loss of his official position is not the end. As long as the prince is still there, it is the basis for his recovery. In this game of power, with the prince's protection, who can easily shake him?

"As long as His Royal Highness the Crown Prince stabilizes the country, what do I have to fear? The key to action lies in the final result, not the tortuous process. Brother Li does not need to worry too much." Lin Xiaofeng's words were resounding, showing a kind of detached tenacity.

"However, our reporters are out investigating. Their safety...will there really be any accidents?" The worry on Li Dexian's brows has not dissipated, and his eyes are full of deep concern for his colleagues.

After hearing this, Lin Xiaofeng had a faint smile on his lips, and responded half-jokingly: "Brother Li, you are worrying too much. They will come back safely. Unless everyone gains two kilograms of weight every time they go out, otherwise I will do it myself." Come and propose marriage!" This sentence caused Li Dexian to chuckle, mixed with a bit of anger: "Humph, you think so!"

The two temporarily put aside their worries amid laughter and re-immersed themselves in this intense newspaper career full of infinite possibilities. Every character and every report is a mark of their writing of the times and their persistence in their beliefs.

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The night crept up to the sky quietly, like a rich and colorful painting slowly spreading out. After a long and tedious day of official duties, Lu Yinsheng set out on his way home in a decorated sedan chair as usual. In front of the door of that deep mansion, many exquisite sedan chairs have been waiting for a long time, like loyal guards watching the return of their master. Seeing Lu Yinsheng's figure walking out of the sedan chair, the butler's eyes lit up, and there was wind at his feet. He quickly walked closer and said in a low and respectful voice: "Sir, you are back. Many guests have been waiting in the lobby for a long time."

Lu Yinsheng nodded slightly, his face calm, and his figure looked taller and taller in the moonlight. He stepped steadily into the majestic lobby, and every inch of his step seemed to tell the story of the stability and majesty accumulated over the years. Both sides of the hall were already filled with eight prominent figures. Some of them were young and powerful, or some were gray-haired. They were all respected elders in the imperial court. Their faces were engraved with the traces of time and the imprint of power.

As soon as Lu Yinsheng appeared, there was a soft and solemn movement in the hall. The guests who were sitting and talking stood up one after another, with expressions of respect and curiosity on their faces. Where their eyes met, Lu Yinsheng had a humble and indifferent smile on his face, clasped his hands in his fists, and bowed deeply to everyone: "Seniors and colleagues, I have kept you waiting for a long time. I was busy with government affairs and could not arrive in time. I am really guilty. "

After hearing this, everyone waved their hands, with smiles on their faces, and responded magnanimously: "Master Lu has a heavy official business, and we are well aware of it. As the saying goes, state affairs are more important than private affairs, so there is no need to worry about it." Then, their eyes changed. A hint of inquiry flashed through them, and they all turned to Lu Yinsheng. One of the old men spoke on behalf of everyone and asked: "Master Lu specially summoned us to gather here this time. There must be something important to discuss, right?" Although it was a question, it revealed a sense of anticipation and urgency waiting for the answer to be revealed.

Lu Yinsheng walked slowly into the hall, his body sagging heavily on the seat. There was a trace of lingering worry between his brows and eyes, like an unsolved mystery in a heavy history book. He stared at his colleagues sitting around the room, and his tone was as deep as the rich notes struck by an ancient bronze bell: "You should all have a mirror in your mind. What kind of sacred place are we gathering together today, right?" ( End of this chapter)