Emperor Jingjiang ordered Wang Jingwen to display the memorials submitted by Lin Xiaofeng every day, which detailed daily trivial matters, proving his awe and dedication to the court, which was something Li Dexian failed to achieve.
Li Dexian opened Lin Xiaofeng's meticulous memorials, his eyes full of doubts. Those complicated contents were more like daily life notes than the confession of his heart. Emperor Jingjiang understood his thoughts and ridiculed him for imitating and imitating others, which made Li Dexian speechless and extremely embarrassed for a while. Wang Jingwen watched this scene, lamenting in his heart, worried that the prince would follow in Lin Xiaofeng's footsteps and fall into the whirlpool of hypocrisy and pretentiousness.
Next, Li Dexian found a mountain of Lin Xiaofeng's memorials in the Palace of Qianqing, including many words of praise piled up with various gorgeous words, and he couldn't help but be stunned. Emperor Jingjiang calmly explained that the purpose of this move was to go deep into the people and gain insight into the daily lives of his ministers, so as to prevent the monarch from being blind and deaf, so he ordered Wang Jingwen to keep these memorials properly. Wang Jingwen glanced at the words that were complimentary on the surface but actually empty, and he felt a sense of disgust and disgust in his heart.
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In the early morning of the next day, the sun shone into the majestic palace. Emperor Jingjiang specifically told the prince not to act rashly when acting in government and to wait and see what happens. At the same time, he ordered Wang Jingwen to investigate the person who impeached Lin Xiaofeng, and began to formulate an imperial edict to establish the Jinyi Guards. The prince asked about the specific functions of Jinyiwei. Emperor Jingjiang used Xinxi Factory as a metaphor for its role, which was intended to strengthen the imperial power and maintain the ruling order. Wang Jingwen endured the grief and helplessness in his heart and could only obey the holy will and carry out the edict.
Emperor Jingjiang further analyzed the timing of setting up the Imperial Guards, emphasizing that the current resistance inside and outside the court was minimal. As a monarch, he must assess the situation and take into account the mood swings of his courtiers, so as not to easily cause unrest. Wang Jingwen stood silently, his eyes shining with a deep understanding of the operation of imperial power, and at the same time intertwined with the struggle between personal emotions and rational conflicts. In this torrent of power, he was both a witness and a participant, and his complicated emotions were difficult to describe.
When Emperor Jingjiang left the court, Prince Li Dexian shouldered the heavy responsibility of supervising the country, and this burden was no stranger to him. Looking back at the previous regency, Li Dexian was still young, inexperienced and often troubled by illness. He often dealt with complicated and complicated government affairs with a passive and avoidant attitude, without much enthusiasm deep down. However, today is different from the past. After the baptism of wind and rain, Li Dexian has completely faded away the frivolity and playfulness of the past. He has become brand new like a phoenix rising from nirvana, and has devoted himself wholeheartedly to national affairs. Every change and decision he made was deeply engraved in Emperor Jingjiang's discerning eyes like a drop of water piercing a stone.
On this day, at the court meeting convened for the first time after Emperor Jingjiang suspended the court for a few days, civil and military officials from all over the court gathered as scheduled, and a subtle and tense atmosphere filled the hall, as if it foreshadowed a major change that was about to happen. In this court meeting, which was presided over by Prince Li Dexian, after a series of government affairs reports were handled, Li Ke stood up to the incident. With a solemn face and an impassioned tone, he publicly impeached Lin Xiaofeng of Zhan Shifu for having an affair with the foreign country Mongolia. , and accepted a huge bribe of 60,000 taels of silver, and even presented conclusive evidence carefully collected by Dali Temple Qing Hongcheng. As soon as this statement came out, the crowd was furious. When Li Dexian heard this, although his face was livid, he was not easily shaken. He retorted in a solemn and firm tone, emphasizing that without conclusive evidence, one must not believe one side of the story, let alone criticize the court. The important ministers easily convicted Yi Fanjun, accusing Yi Fanjun of causing discord in the court and alienating the relationship between the emperor and his ministers.
Faced with the pressure from ministers who agreed to search Lin Xiaofeng's house to reveal the truth, Li Dexian couldn't help but his eyes widened angrily, his voice was like thunder exploding in the hall, and he scolded everyone fiercely, insisting that rumors alone were not enough to convict him. Based on this, especially when dealing with ministers who are the pillars of the imperial court, we must be cautious and assess the situation carefully. Just when the tension was about to rise, the Minister of Revenue presented a stack of account books with a solemn expression, which clearly recorded the huge amount of money transactions between Lin Xiaofeng and the King of Hanjiang. This sudden revelation was like a bolt from the blue, making Prince Li Dexian, who was already in an isolated and helpless situation, look paler and paler, as if an invisible force had tightened his throat.
Emperor Jingjiang sat in a high position and watched all this with cold eyes. Seeing that the prince could still remain calm and composed at such a critical moment, he couldn't help but secretly admire his growth and tenacity. In the main hall, the ministers kept admonishing the prince not to deviate from the law of the country because of his personal emotions. Faced with this stormy situation, not only did the prince Li Dexian not panic, but a deep and meaningful expression quietly emerged from the corner of his mouth. His smile seemed to reveal some profound truth. When Emperor Jingjiang saw this, he smiled slightly. He knew that this was the best time for him to intervene in the matter, so he decided to get up and personally intervene in order to calm the growing turmoil and demonstrate the majesty of the royal family's impartiality.
Li Dexian woke up from his deep thoughts, his eyes moved, and his eyes slowly swept across the group of ministers who were kneeling on the ground with sullen expressions on their faces. The prince's unusual indifference was like an ancient well without waves. He didn't seem to take everyone's indignation and anxiety into his arms. This calmness made the ministers couldn't help but have a doubt in their hearts: whether the future king in front of them has the qualities to be a master. The decisiveness and dignity it deserves? Are all these doubts caused by Lin Xiaofeng's incident? In the face of everyone's blazing gazes and barrage of questions, the prince maintained an elusive calmness despite the embarrassment. He responded unhurriedly: "I am already aware of this matter." As soon as this statement came out, the crowd was shocked. The dissatisfaction in Chen's heart erupted like a volcano. They stood up one after another, excited and pressed again and again.
Lu Yinsheng saw that the prince was cold and unmoved about the matter, and his anxiety could not be suppressed. He finally stepped forward and further reported the details of Lin Xiaofeng's suspected huge transaction with the rebel forces, and quoted the Wurige State A record left by the teacher seemed to provide a solid pillar for the accusations against Lin Xiaofeng. Just when the tense atmosphere reached its peak, Emperor Jingjiang suddenly appeared. The dragon was healthy and full of energy, which was surprising. Seeing this, all the ministers immediately calmed down their turbulent emotions and kowtowed one after another. The hall fell into a solemn and oppressive silence for a while.
Emperor Jingjiang frankly and frankly revealed the true status of his recent illness to the ministers. He mentioned that the Sixth Prince had rebelled, and that his cancer was cured by Lin Xiaofeng with the rare medicine - penicillin. Therefore, he wanted to Rewards based on merit. As soon as these words came out, a frenzy of heated discussion immediately broke out among the officials. An official stood out from the noise and firmly suggested to find out whether Lin Xiaofeng was guilty before making a fair decision on reward and punishment. After hearing this, Emperor Jingjiang was sharp-eyed and decisive, and immediately ordered Wang Jingwen to submit all relevant memorials for circulation to the ministers, aiming to allow everyone to distinguish right from wrong and understand the truth.
Emperor Jingjiang then questioned Hong Cheng and Lu Yinsheng, asking them why they concealed the truth about Lin Xiaofeng. When faced with the emperor's stern questioning, both of them looked pale, speechless, and unable to give a reasonable explanation. With his unique insight, Emperor Jingjiang keenly pointed out that all the evidence for Lin Xiaofeng's impeachment was groundless, and then severely questioned those who dared to slander the loyal heroes, especially those who showed extreme dissatisfaction with Yi Fanjun. Finally, under the thunderous momentum, Emperor Jingjiang ordered the imperial staff to be used on the courtiers who participated in the impeachment of Lin Xiaofeng yesterday, in order to warn the court and demonstrate the court's principle of impartiality, selflessness, and clear understanding of everything.
Li Dexian, who was silently observing from the sidelines, witnessed the courage and fairness shown by Emperor Jingjiang in handling the matter, and he couldn't help but feel a deep admiration in his heart. What he saw was how an emperor used wisdom and courage to clear away the fog and protect and trust loyal ministers. This gave him a deeper understanding of what a true pillar of the country is and what a righteous force is in the complicated political whirlpool. At this moment, he seemed to see a towering mountain, standing in the wind and rain, guarding the country, the country, and the people of Li.
The shouts outside the hall were like thunder and rolling stones, instantly tearing the silence inside the hall. Lu Yinsheng and more than a dozen officials were quickly taken away, leaving only waves of wailing and lamentation echoing in the empty square. Before the ministers could recover from the shock, Emperor Jingjiang was already firmly seated on the dragon chair, his majestic gaze sweeping across the trembling and pale-faced officials below like a sharp sword. This sudden turn of events made everyone realize that Emperor Jingjiang had already planned Lin Xiaofeng's affairs. Before they knew it, Lin Xiaofeng, who was far away from home, was favored by the Holy Spirit for his outstanding achievements, and his status had quietly surpassed that of the prince. .
The emperor's voice was cold and firm. He pointed out that the officials of the Ministry of Science and Technology should correct the mistakes of hundreds of officials, rather than form cliques for personal gain. In the future, if there is no solid evidence, all memorials must be reviewed by the cabinet, otherwise they will face harsh punishments. Emperor Jingjiang asked the ministers with bright eyes why they wanted to conceal Lin Xiaofeng's deeds, saying bluntly that they were weak and irresponsible people. As soon as this statement came out, there was a lot of indignation among the officials. Some officials eagerly defended themselves, claiming that according to the ancestral system, it was allowed to rely on rumors to make things happen. This incident was purely a misunderstanding and there was no intentional collusion. However, Emperor Jingjiang did not buy it. He firmly believed that the simultaneous impeachment of Lin Xiaofeng by multiple people was no accident, but that there was a shadow of collusion hidden behind it.
After a stern admonishment, the prisoners were escorted by the guards back to the main hall tremblingly. Each of them, with pale faces, knelt in front of His Majesty in fear and fear. Their eyes were full of fear and despair. Then, Emperor Jingjiang ordered the haggard-looking Taifu Li to be brought into the palace, confronted face to face, and asked about his true motive for colluding with courtiers and impeaching Lin Xiaofeng. Faced with the emperor's pressing steps, Taifu Li was speechless for a moment, knowing in his heart that the fate of his family was now hanging on the whims of Emperor Jingjiang. As the interrogation deepened throughout the night, the Li family's crimes came to light one by one, and the evidence was conclusive. Emperor Jingjiang decided to use this as a typical case to warn his ministers. In the face of irrefutable facts, Taifu Li could only bow his head and admit guilt.
Referring to the iron certificate granted by the late emperor to avoid death, Emperor Jingjiang temporarily spared Taifu Li from the death penalty and ordered him to be grounded in the palace for several days as punishment. Later, he asked the ministers if anyone was willing to declare his innocence or repentance. One minister was the first to kneel on the ground and beg for forgiveness. He confessed that he had interacted with Li Gong but had no intention of forming a party for selfish purposes. Upon seeing this, other officials also agreed and rushed to prove their innocence. Emperor Jingjiang decisively ordered that all officials involved be taken into custody pending further investigation of the truth.
Emperor Jingjiang stood up and sighed, lamenting the chaos that had arisen in the court after returning from illness, and determined to reform the past and reshape the court. Wang Jingwen complied with the decree and read the imperial edict loudly, announcing that Yiluan Division would be renamed Jinyiwei, and Lin Xiaofeng would be named the commander of Jinyiwei. At this time, all the officials in the main hall were silent, no one dared to say a word. Only Lu Yinsheng was filled with regret and knew that the situation in front of him was irreversible. Emperor Jingjiang's determination was as strong as steel. He was determined to clean up the imperial court and strive to achieve long-term peace and prosperity for the Jingjiang community. To this end, he did not hesitate to shake things up and vowed to create a new era.
The decree was like a thunderbolt from the clear sky, striking people's hearts directly. The news of the establishment of the Imperial Guards aroused great shock and panic in both the government and the public. This hurricane of power is far more powerful than anyone expected. The imperial edict clearly states that Jin Yiwei will have the right to interrogate and hear all cases in the world. Once Lin Xiaofeng grasped such power, the future direction of the country would be like a ship in the fog, making all the officials present worried. A bold official stepped forward and shouted loudly: "Should this matter be left to the cabinet for detailed discussion?" , make a cautious decision?" Upon hearing this, Emperor Jingjiang looked sideways, his eyes as cold as ice, and his words were full of unquestionable majesty: "Do I need your guidance to make my decision?" The official's expression suddenly changed. Whitewashed, like an eggplant beaten by frost, it immediately became as silent as a cicada.
Emperor Jingjiang turned to the cabinet again for advice. Bai Yongyuan had mixed feelings in his heart. Although he was in all kinds of pain, he could only agree: "We believe that the establishment of Jin Yiwei at this moment is indeed the need of the times." So, the emperor issued an order, and the decree was swift. The news spread throughout the country, announcing the dissolution of the dynasty. Before leaving, Emperor Jingjiang's gaze was like a sword, and he swept across Lu Yinsheng coldly, and the hidden meaning in it made people shudder.
Returning to the Palace of Qianqing, Emperor Jingjiang rested on the couch and sighed: "This place is quiet and indifferent. It makes me a little greedy for this comfort and I don't want to get up early to deal with the affairs of the court." Seeing this, Li Dexian's face was filled with emotion. He had the right smile to cater to him, and even though he had just been scolded, he was still secretly happy at the emperor's slight commendation. When asked why Taifu Li had not been punished yet, Emperor Jingjiang revealed the truth: It turned out that all this was due to Lu Yinsheng's secret collusion, and a special person had been sent to interrogate him. The evidence is now gradually pointing to the Lu family, and the Li family is also unable to survive alone. However, more solid evidence is needed before it can be dealt with together. Emperor Jingjiang was deeply confused as to why Lu Yinsheng had caused such a turmoil. He didn't know whether he had a simple motive of seeking wealth or if he had other agendas.
Emperor Jingjiang decided to hold his troops temporarily and not arrest Lu Yinsheng immediately. Instead, he wanted to take advantage of the establishment of the new Imperial Guard to establish his imperial power. At the same time, he took strict monitoring measures on the Lu and Li families, and urgently recruited Lin Xiaofeng, who was away from home, to return to Beijing to report on his work. Wang Jingwen accepted the order and left, but his heart was full of reluctance and doubt, secretly speculating on Emperor Jingjiang's true intention.
At the same time, in the bustling Gefeng Bay market, the frail Fu Jiayi wandered the streets accompanied by Lin Xiaofeng. Fu Jiayi has been suffering from a long-term illness and is extremely tired of facing the boring Yangchun noodles day after day. Lin Xiaofeng frowned and thought hard, looking for a way to cheer up Fu Jiayi. Suddenly, Fu Jiayi protested against eating meat, and the two mentioned Mr. Sha during their conversation. Lin Xiaofeng's sharp eyes warned Fu Jiayi to stay away from the man named Sha Chenlu. With his wit, he saw through the hypocritical nature of Mr. Sha and revealed his scumbag appearance. After hearing this, Fu Jiayi looked confused, while Lin Xiaofeng was eloquent and eloquent to comfort her, saying that her weight loss had been effective and she only needed to persist for a few more days to see obvious results. In order to further convince Fu Jiayi, Lin Xiaofeng even invited passers-by to prove that Fu Jiayi was not fat, and finally succeeded in getting her out of her gloomy mood and her mood improved slightly.
Later, they came to an ordinary noodle stall. Lin Xiaofeng excused himself to buy a paper towel and left the table. Instead, he walked into a luxurious restaurant nearby and privately ordered the waiter to prepare sumptuous food and mellow wine, and enjoyed it alone, leaving Fu Jiayi to continue at the noodle stall. Savor that simple bowl of Yangchun noodles. In this world of subtle and complex interpersonal entanglements and political intrigues, everyone's fate seems to be quietly changing with the establishment of Jin Yiwei and the layout of Emperor Jingjiang, like chess pieces on a chess board, controlled by invisible hands. , moving forward step by step in an unknown direction.
Lin Xiaofeng was sitting on the second floor of the restaurant near the window. He placed one hand lightly on the carved railing and held a warm tea cup in the other, staring at the noodle stall downstairs through the window lattice. Fu Jiayi was sitting there, chewing a bowl of bland Yangchun noodles with a frown on her face. Every move she made touched Lin Xiaofeng's heartstrings, causing a wave of mixed emotions of sadness and joy in his heart. Although he shoulders great missions and responsibilities, he seems to be staying out of it at the moment, enjoying this rare quiet time. However, he knows that the time of departure will come sooner or later. While his thoughts were wandering, he couldn't help but daydream: If he were born hundreds of years ago, he would be transformed into a talented scholar, enjoy poetry and essays about history, make fun of rich people, timely show his business wisdom that transcends the times and shock the world, and eventually become the son-in-law of a wealthy family. Isn’t it a perfect picture of life? However, the reality is not like this. Time waits for no one and we can only leave regrets!
At this time, the waiter in the shop hurriedly approached with a smile on his face: "Master Lin, the various dishes you ordered have been prepared, and there is also a radish and mutton soup that the chef has specially slow-cooked for you. Please try it." Lin Xiaofeng said as this place He is a regular customer who has extremely high requirements for food quality and has unique insights. In addition, he is generous in spending money and is deeply loved by the store owner. Therefore, he always receives the store's warm hospitality and generous rewards every time he visits.
Lin Xiaofeng's eyes returned from downstairs to the dining table in front of him. He lazily picked up the chopsticks and gently picked up a piece of soft stewed mutton. He tasted it carefully and then turned his eyes to Fu Jiayi, who was still eating noodles. It's as if she exists here, and even the food in your mouth becomes mellow. The scene of survival in the apocalypse described in online novels appeared in his mind, and Fu Jiayi in front of him was like a unique scenery at a meal. However, after tasting the dishes, Lin Xiaofeng shook his head slightly and sighed softly: "The veins of the radish are not clean, the mutton is overcooked and brittle, and it is greasy, and the heat is not handled properly! If you continue to be so perfunctory, Don't blame me for not setting foot here again next time!" After hearing this, the waiter immediately nodded and apologized. Lin Xiaofeng further mocked his too greasy cooking and ordered the cook to improve it, and also asked for a refreshing cold dish to relieve the greasiness.
Just when his attention to Jiayi had not shifted, there was a sudden noise downstairs. Lin Xiaofeng frowned and looked around, only to see Luo Huajun, Liang Huankun and Xiang Xiehong appear in a mess, their clothes were shabby like beggars, and their eyes were full of sadness. He called him "Master". Lin Xiaofeng immediately waved his hand for the waiter to step aside, personally ordered the purchase of drinking utensils, and warmly invited the three of them to go upstairs and have a drink at the same table. When others saw this, they all avoided him for fear of being caught. Lin Xiaofeng was the only one who remained calm and poured wine and dishes for them personally.
Luo Huajun drank a glass of strong wine and said excitedly: "Master, we have been looking for you in the mountains for many days, and almost despaired that you had met with misfortune." Lin Xiaofeng hurriedly prepared dishes with his own hands to encourage the three people to eat, so that the exhausted three people could have a full meal. Xiang Xiehong asked Lin Xiaofeng how they came here, and Lin Xiaofeng was also curious about their origins. Liang Huankun explained that they successfully got rid of the pursuers of King Hanjiang. Since they searched for Lin Xiaofeng to no avail, they decided to return to Yuanhai City to rendezvous. Now his companions from Yangqu County gathered in this town. Fortunately, one of them happened to catch a glimpse of Lin Xiaofeng and his maid Fu Jiayi in the market, and they found his trace. The rest of them were arriving one after another to gather.
When the gunpowder was exhausted, the sword was forced to be buried outside the city. Fortunately, everyone was safe. After hearing the news, Lin Xiaofeng felt a little relieved and told them to take a good rest for a few days before talking. When the topic turned to the issue of signal communication, Lin Xiaofeng smiled bitterly and laughed at himself. While he was lost in the mountains, he not only failed to respond to the call of his companions in time, but was also attacked by wild boars, and the situation was once in danger. Although Luo Huajun and others found this place based on the clues posted on the cloth, they were blocked when entering the city and had to take extreme measures to rob the city twice in order to bribe the greedy city defenders. After hearing this, Lin Xiaofeng looked gloomy, worried that the money-grubbing city guards were still the same.
Speaking of the situation of King Hanjiang, Liang Huankun revealed that they sent spies to investigate five days after confirming the safety. By then, King Hanjiang's ship had left, and the destroyed ship was completely burned, leaving only the wreckage and the materials abandoned by King Hanjiang. Lin Xiaofeng heard that the Hanjiang King's ship had been destroyed, and felt very sorry. He knew the importance of that ship to his own strategy. Xiang Xiehong didn't understand why Lin Xiaofeng stopped them from killing the King of Hanjiang in the first place. That might have accomplished a great feat. Lin Xiaofeng was thinking deeply in his heart, with a complicated expression on his face. He had not yet solved the mystery of how the key factor of the life and death of the Hanjiang King would have a profound impact on the entire situation.
Lin Xiaofeng was silent for a moment, and struck the copper bell of language carefully like a blacksmith: "The life of the King of Hanjiang cannot be taken lightly. If he escapes overseas, Jingjiang can take this opportunity to expand its maritime trade ambitions and dance with merchants from all over the world." When Xiang Xiehong heard this, his brows were furrowed and his eyes were full of confusion. He urgently asked about the far-reaching significance of ocean trade. Lin Xiaofeng smiled bitterly and said eloquently: "The so-called trade today is just like a trickle in a stream, and it is difficult to become a climate. In this vast world, there are still many lands waiting for us to unveil the mystery. Sweet potatoes are just one of the many rare treasures overseas. Even though there is no speck of dust in the vast sea, the treasures under that vast sea are even more immeasurable. It is like a bottomless abyss, containing endless wealth. Although Jingjiang does not explicitly prohibit going to the sea, it is actually full of obstacles. The way for people to go to sea is bumpy and difficult, and the imperial court's foreign trade is limited to vassal states. Tributes were exchanged year after year, resulting in huge expenditures and little income. The people were afraid of pirate attacks, and the court was tired of dealing with coastal defense matters. Even if the official ships were sailing, they could not make a profit. Moreover, because the domestic products were abundant, the people lived in peace and quiet, and few people were there. Willing to take risks and sail to foreign lands. This is a resource curse. People gradually lose their enterprising spirit in comfort, and the court is also wary of spending money to explore the unknown world. However, regardless of success or failure, King Hanjiang's escape will change the direction of history. I want to take this opportunity to urge the court to change its thinking. In the past, I wrote a letter pleading for the opening up of sea trade, but the emperor ignored it. Now the current situation is turbulent, and the ship of the King of Hanjiang has appeared, which makes me deeply feel that the torrent of history is rolling forward. . As time travelers, we must be far-sighted and seize the opportunity, not only for the sake of abundant materials, but also to broaden our horizons and improve our realm. Jingjiang’s scientific and technological soil is poor. In order to maintain the stability of imperial power, the ruling class of past generations has adhered to a closed-door policy and rejected new technological innovations. , for fear of social unrest. Just like Emperor Kangxi, who was talented and well aware of the importance of scientific and technological power to the country, still chose to close himself off. The reason is that stability overrides all changes. Fortunately, today’s world has not yet fully integrated. As a whole, overseas shipbuilding technology is still in its early stages of development, and gunpowder has not spread to all parts of the world. If the current emperor of Jingjiang is ambitious and can seize this once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to obtain huge profits through overseas trade, then Jingjiang's national destiny may open a new chapter. Chapter. Even though the process is bound to be accompanied by pain and turmoil, it is also an inevitable hardship on the way forward. As for the rumors about the treasure, they originated from my father’s sailing adventures when he was young.”
Afterwards, Lin Xiaofeng calmly and orderly arranged for everyone to take a break, and secretly dispatched capable officers to Gefeng Bay to investigate a family of craftsmen who were good at shipbuilding skills. Everything must be kept low-key and secretive to avoid attracting unnecessary attention from the government. When talking about the bottleneck in preparing funds, Liang Huankun suggested returning to Yuanhaicheng to raise silver. After hearing this, Lin Xiaofeng did not adopt it, but decided to find another way to solve the financial problem and instructed everyone to find an inn to settle down first. Luo Huajun was concerned about Lin Xiaofeng's recent whereabouts and mentioned the rumors about the woman from the Land of Fireworks and the Xinna maid. After hearing this, Lin Xiaofeng turned red and denied any deception of Fu Jiayi, resolutely refuting these groundless accusations. His eyes are firm and his words are resonant, proving that he always puts the overall situation first, and no personal affairs can affect his pursuit of the great ideal of opening up new territories and prospering Jingjiang.
A wry smile appeared on Lin Xiaofeng's lips, and he couldn't help complaining: "It's really hard for you to find me! Now, I'm just living my life as a book boy!" He pointed to the pretty woman downstairs who was bitterly tasting Yangchun noodles. , followed by another deep sigh: "Beauties like this are rare in this world. You all say that you are extremely poor, how can I get the money?" The three of them looked in the direction of his finger. , I saw a woman dressed in elegant clothes enjoying light noodles alone.
Lin Xiaofeng let out a long sigh: "Now I have to serve that second lady every day, and my life is really frustrating!" The word "serve" made Xiang Xiehong, Luo Huajun and Liang Huankun all look shocked. . Xiang Xiehong asked in confusion: "Master, if you are penniless, how can you maintain your life? Also, why does the second young lady need a book boy to serve her? Can this still make money?" Lin Xiaofeng explained: "She is a A girl who disguises herself as a man and comes to study, I get two taels of silver as a reward every day, which is actually her expense. I just borrow the money temporarily to deal with emergencies." After hearing this, Luo Huajun wondered whether he should follow suit. Lin Xiaofeng’s approach.
Mentioning the second lady's daily expenses, Lin Xiaofeng raised a glass and drank, and said leisurely: "I reserve a budget of ten cents for her every day, three cents for lunch is enough, and the remaining seven cents are for her pocket money. If there is any surplus, I will take care of it for her Keep it." After the three of them listened, they fell into silence, trying to figure out the meaning.
Liang Huankun questioned Lin Xiaofeng's approach and thought it was inappropriate. Lin Xiaofeng responded plausibly: "I'm talking about a temporary loan, and I will definitely repay it a hundred times in the future. You don't need to be too rigid in moral standards. Look at Xiang Xiehong and Luo Huajun, how can I compare to the thickness of their skin?" The two heard that For a moment, I didn't understand why this statement was made, and I was a little confused.
Lin Xiaofeng decisively ordered the two to send personnel to protect the second lady and asked them to raise funds on their own. He emphasized: "I am currently out raising funds and have no time to take care of it. The second lady often walks alone on the streets, so I must take extra care." Luo Huajun joked: "Is it possible that the master has a crush on her and wants to marry her back home?" Lin Xiaofeng retorted firmly: "It's ridiculous. ! I am about to marry the princess, how could I have such an idea?" Luo and Liang couldn't help being surprised when they heard about the consort, but Xiang Xiehong remained relatively calm.
Lin Xiaofeng said with a hint of ridicule: "The saying that a prince-in-law cannot be an official is purely a rumor. The rules of the world are all in the hands of those with power. As long as there is enough profit motivation, the rules can be changed at any time. You have followed me for many years, why? Are you still so naive? The law often becomes a shield for the powerful, but it is the innocent people who suffer." So he ordered everyone to act according to his plan and just ask him for money when they are short of money.
During the dinner, he called the shopkeeper to add more dishes, but he learned that there was a group of beggars downstairs who wanted to enter the restaurant for dinner, but were blocked by the shopkeeper. Luo, Xiang and others speculated that their own people might have arrived. Lin Xiaofeng immediately ordered the release and booked the entire second floor, inviting everyone to eat together upstairs. Soon, dozens of ragged beggars poured into the second floor, and the atmosphere instantly became subtle. They all called "Master" in unison.
Lin Xiaofeng responded to them with a smile and warmly invited everyone to sit down and have a meal together. Lu Dexing and Jin Jiaying came forward, and Lin Xiaofeng blamed Luo Huajun for taking them into the mountains to endure hardships. When talking about Jiang Jiajian, Lin Xiaofeng revealed the true cause of his father's death to Jin Jiaying and promised to help her get revenge.
After everyone had finished eating, the owner of the shop came forward to settle the meal and issued a bill of fifty taels of silver. Lin Xiaofeng only paid two taels of silver, and the rest was left on account. In desperation, Jin Jiaying wanted to use her diamond ring to pay the bill, but Lin Xiaofeng stopped her and sternly warned the store owner to leave.
Lu Dexing once again confirmed the identity of Jiang Jiajian. Lin Xiaofeng once again gave an affirmative answer and asked Lu Dexing to pay more attention to Jin Jiaying's mood swings. After the store owner left, Lin Xiaofeng comforted Jin Jiaying and asked her to sit down with Lu Dexing, while he quietly walked to a deserted place and whispered to Lu Dexing that everything would get better after returning to Beijing. Lu Dexing once again asked about Jiang Jiajian's affairs, and Lin Xiaofeng lamented the eunuchs' cunning methods, while once again reaffirming his absolute loyalty to Lu Dexing.
Lin Xiaofeng walked out of the restaurant, her heart filled with concern for the plight of her brothers. After Fu Jiayi had her meal, he returned to the noodle stall, told her that she needed to buy medicine to stabilize her weight loss, and asked her to go home on her own. Later, Lin Xiaofeng stepped into the most talked-about brothel in the city, [Fragrant Garden]. Although it was not yet open, he walked straight into it and waited patiently in the quiet hall. The madam hurried over after hearing the news, and saw Lin Xiaofeng sitting firmly in the hall, demanding to see all the red-branded maikos without makeup and makeup, and evaluating and selecting them one by one. The severity of this made the well-informed madam puzzled. untie.
After rounds of screening and elimination, Lin Xiaofeng’s eyes finally settled on a woman named Xiuxiang’er. This girl not only had outstanding dancing skills, but also was talented. However, Lin Xiaofeng pointed out that because of poor sanitary conditions in the hospital, she was temporarily He shelved his decision about her and said he would make a decision tomorrow. He also claimed to be the god of wine in the world, with a unique and extremely critical appreciation of wine and beautiful women. Faced with Lin Xiaofeng's series of bizarre and unique requests, the madam, although dissatisfied, had no choice but to agree. She secretly expected that this mysterious and unique guest would come again tomorrow, which might bring unexpected business opportunities and huge financial resources.
As night falls, the moonlight is like water, and the bustling lights in the [Fragrant Garden] gradually go out, leaving only the empty lobby and the lanterns with faint light and shadow swaying in the corners. When Lin Xiaofeng left, that lonely and determined figure looked particularly eye-catching under the moonlight, as if he was carrying the silent start of a grand plan. His every subtle movement and every word exudes a poet's calm and wise aura. Even in a land of fireworks, he still does not change his sharp eyes and hidden intentions.
The next morning, the dawn broke, and the sunlight filled every corner of the [Fragrance Garden] through the window lattice, awakening everything that was sleeping. The Madam had ordered people to clean and tidy things up early, especially the place where Xiuxiang'er lived, to be spotless, just to meet the strict standards of the mysterious guest who called himself the God of Dionysus. At the same time, Lin Xiaofeng shuttled through the streets and alleys, quietly raising funds to fully prepare for the upcoming huge changes. In this city, a game about the struggle for power, the accumulation of wealth, and the contest between people's hearts is quietly beginning. Lin Xiaofeng is the core character of this complicated drama. With his unique resourcefulness and perseverance, he will Write your own legendary chapter in this game and let the world pay attention to it.
Lin Xiaofeng lingered in the [Fragrance Garden] for a while and returned to Fu Mansion with a heart filled with relief. As soon as he stepped into the door of the mansion, he didn't stop for a moment and walked straight into the kitchen. In the past, he had promised to cook a medicated meal for his second young lady, Fu Jiayi, to help her lose weight, and he would do what he said. This was his principle in life, and his reputation was as valuable as gold and stone. I saw him carefully selecting from the pile of medicinal residues, re-cooking the remaining active ingredients with the remaining soup, and adding an appropriate amount of salt and sugar as appropriate to adjust the taste. This series of delicate actions fully demonstrated the depth and breadth of his personality. . After the medicinal liquid was boiled, he personally held the steaming bowl of medicinal food and came to the door of Fu Jiayi's boudoir. Fu Jiayi was pleasantly surprised when he saw it. After drinking it, he found that there was no frown-inducing bitterness like ordinary medicines. Taste, I couldn't help but curiously asked the reason. Lin Xiaofeng responded with a smile. This is a secret recipe passed down from his family. It is not only effective, but also strives to be mellow and palatable.
Fu Jiayi was full of praise for Lin Xiaofeng's thoughtful and considerate behavior, while Lin Xiaofeng was modest and self-deprecating, saying that he was just a country boy who was used to being kind to the people around him. Fu Jiayi joked that she wanted to match him up with Qiu Ju, the maid in the mansion, but Lin Xiaofeng politely declined, and asked her for help instead, hoping to win Qiu Ju's heart with his little brother Gou Wei Cao'er.
Fu Jiayi couldn't help but blush on her cheeks as she listened to Lin Xiaofeng singing in a low voice, "I see how charming Qingshan is, and how charming Qingshan should be when seeing me." Just as Lin Xiaofeng was about to leave, he bumped into Dogtail Cao'er crying bitterly in front of the dormitory door, and learned that he had been rejected when he confessed to Qiu Ju. After Lin Xiaofeng smiled bitterly, he stepped forward and patiently comforted Gou Tail Cao'er, warning him not to be too obsessed with temporary setbacks.
Dogtail Cao'er mentioned that Qiu Ju was attracted to men who were knowledgeable, and Lin Xiaofeng took this opportunity to enlighten him: only by traveling around the world and broadening his horizons can a man show his true nature and live up to his youth. As soon as the conversation changed, Lin Xiaofeng began to plan tomorrow's action, intending to use Dogtail Cao'er's extensive connections among the beggars. He told Gou Tail Cao'er that the world is vast and vast, far beyond anyone's imagination. Only by stepping out of the small world of Jingjiang and exploring the world by boat can we truly appreciate the vastness and depth of the world, thus inspiring Gou Tail Cao'er. Cao'er's inner ambition and courage made him understand that on the way to growth, every setback is a sharpening stone for himself and the only way to maturity and strength.
At first light of dawn the next day, Lin Xiaofeng joined hands with Dogtail Cao'er and accompanied Fu Jiayi on the bluestone road leading to the academy. The dim light shone on the three people, reflecting a harmonious picture. Cao'er had already carefully arranged the matter of asking for leave, and her words revealed a kind of confidence and certainty that there was no need to ask for details. When they arrived in front of the academy gate, all the bookboys caught Lin Xiaofeng's figure with keen eyes. They jumped up from their desks and shouted greetings in unison, their voices echoing in the quiet morning air. Lin Xiaofeng looked humble, smiled slightly, responded politely, and announced that today's regular classes would be put on hold for the time being, and instead he would assign a special task - he asked all students to copy a carefully written manuscript.
After receiving the task, Cao'er was like a well-trained general, distributing paper, pens and densely packed manuscripts in an orderly manner, each one carrying profound meaning. After the students took it, their faces showed shy and curious expressions, and their excitement could not be concealed.
Lin Xiaofeng's management of this matter was like commanding thousands of troops, calm and composed. He ordered Cao'er to quietly post the copied manuscripts in bustling and crowded places, cleverly avoiding the eyes and ears of the government. He especially chose the corners of teahouses and restaurants where scholars gathered, as well as the corners of teahouses and restaurants where wealthy businessmen and elegant scholars frequently visited. The fellow beggars were given this important task, and they all tried their best. In just a few hours, hundreds of manuscripts quickly spread to the streets and alleys of Songfeng Bay like flying giants flying over the snow. As a result, an unprecedented "cowhide" advertising form was born in Jingjiang City. They were scattered like stars in major thoroughfares and lively places in the city. Among them, the most eye-catching ones were inside and outside academies and in the entrance halls of famous restaurants, attracting countless people. The people stopped to watch and comment.
These posted manuscripts are actually Lin Xiaofeng's ingenious work "Exploring the Brothel", which describes in detail all the details of what he saw and heard when he set foot in the brothel yesterday. The content widely covers the geographical location, environmental layout, service quality and even exquisite food. , although there is no lack of artistic rendering, because of its vivid and detailed descriptions and realistic situations, it makes people feel as if they have experienced the scene in person after reading it. One article is particularly eye-catching. The title refers to Xiang'er, a red-branded woman in a brothel. The article outlines her talent, appearance and superb skills in extremely expressive and ambiguous language, and is supplemented by Lin Xiaofeng's witty comments after personal experience.
As this peculiar manuscript spread rapidly among the people, there was endless discussion in the streets and alleys. Whether it was knowledgeable scholars or ordinary people, they all had a strong interest in "The Secret of the Brothel". Some people believe this to be true, hold a guide in hand and follow the pictures, vowing to find out for themselves; others are sarcastic about it, but they can't help but pay attention to its developments at all times. As night falls, the world of brothels is even more lively, especially the famous "Fragrant Garden". At this moment, the doors are crowded with guests, the traffic is busy, the madam and the turtle are rushing back and forth, tired of dealing with the endless flow of visitors.
These people flocked here with only one purpose, and that was to find Xiang'er, who was highly praised in "The Brothel Quest". However, this sudden craze confused the madam. Faced with the hustle and bustle in the room, she felt confused. At this moment, a handsome young man came to the door persistently, holding the guide and showing it to the madam, claiming that according to the authoritative evaluation of the mysterious "Bacchus" in the article, Xiang'er can be called the most beautiful woman in the world. . It was the first time that the Madam heard the title of "Bacchus". She was stunned and before she could respond, there was already a fierce argument upstairs. Many scholars were moved by the news and rushed into the attic, just to witness Xiang'er's alluring beauty. The scene was once chaotic, making people laugh in silence, but also deeply moved.
Lin Xiaofeng, the instigator, has been enjoying a leisurely life recently. When the sun rose in the east, he accompanied Fu Jiayi into the academy in the dim light of dawn. The few copper plates he threw casually in exchange for a bag of melon seeds showed his free and uninhibited attitude towards life. . He walked among the brothels and alleys, and took the ignorant child home as the sun set. Miss Fu usually occasionally talked to him about trivial matters, but he had not heard her voice or inquiry in the past two days. During this period of time, Lin Xiaofeng carefully composed short essays as if he were carving rough jade, and the essays were spread into every corner of the market. From the initial one brothel to more than a dozen, his nickname "Bacchus" was like a strong wind. The news spread quickly throughout the streets and alleys, and even in the academies filled with books, people heard about it. Those scholars who were still addicted to worldly interests all praised his attitude towards life, saying that men should be free and easy like this.
However, Lin Xiaofeng, who seemed carefree on the surface, was actually increasingly strapped for money. As a poor scholar, he had no money left to spend besides tuition. In addition, he spent a lot of money buying paper and ink and hiring beggars to spread his manuscripts. From the second young lady in the family, in order to ensure her growth needs, he could no longer ask for it. Today, Lin Xiaofeng finally decided to collect some reward to meet his urgent needs. Unlike ordinary people who pursue novelty, he went straight to the prestigious time-honored brothel - Fragrant Garden. I saw that although there was still sunlight there during the day, the interior was dimly lit and filled with agarwood, as if it concealed a more vigorous vitality and prosperity in the world. The madam hurried over after hearing the news. When she saw Lin Xiaofeng, she immediately beamed with joy. She walked over in a few steps and greeted her attentively: "Oh! Mr. Jiu is here. I'm so excited that my neck is growing long with anticipation." At the same time, he waved to the maid. Serve the best tea. Lin Xiaofeng smiled and calmly stopped the madam's excessive enthusiasm, "No need to be polite, let's get straight to the point." The madam was embarrassed for a moment and stood firm, not daring to make any mistakes.
While chatting, Lin Xiaofeng asked how the business of Fragrant Garden was going recently. The madam burst into tears of gratitude and said that it was all thanks to Lin Xiaofeng's writing. The business couldn't be better. He also confessed that he had sent people to search for Lin Xiaofeng but to no avail. After drinking tea, Lin Xiaofeng casually asked the madam about her surname, and she called herself Chun Sanniang. Lin Xiaofeng knew very well that she knew that such a sleek and sophisticated woman would try her best to please her. After all, she knew how fierce the competition in the brothel industry was. Even though the Fragrant Garden was enjoying great glory, it was also full of dangers. If she was not careful, her status would be lost. Save.
Chun Sanniang warmly invited Lin Xiaofeng to stay and wanted to host a banquet to express her gratitude. Lin Xiaofeng smiled and said nothing, and mentioned the current situation of Xiang'er, who had recently become famous because of the "Guide to Brothels". The madam's face changed slightly, knowing that Xiang'er actually attracted many customers because of Lin Xiaofeng's writing, so he had no choice but to declare it to the outside world. Sick leave. When Lin Xiaofeng heard that Xiang'er was ill, he showed a trace of regret and prepared to say goodbye.
How could Chun Sanniang be willing to let him go? She took the initiative to ask whether the popular notice circulating in the market was written by Lin Xiaofeng, and expressed her willingness to pay a lot of money as a thank you as long as she could write a few more articles. Lin Xiaofeng frankly admitted that those works were indeed his own, but he also joked, how could such a game be desecrated by gold and silver? Chun Sanniang panicked and apologized, imploring Lin Xiaofeng to continue writing a new chapter.
Lin Xiaofeng deliberately put on an awkward posture, revealing in his words that he had been busy with things recently and sometimes stayed in Songfeng Bay. Only because a friend asked where the best brothel was, he improvised and splashed ink, not expecting that these random graffiti would unexpectedly become popular. He explained to Chun Sanniang that this move might unintentionally benefit the general public. Chun Sanniang was extremely shrewd and immediately realized that this was a business opportunity to turn things around. She was determined to seize Lin Xiaofeng, a key figure, and asked him to guide the rectification of Fragrance Garden based on his personal opinions.
Lin Xiaofeng sharply commented on the poor quality of the tea in Xiangyuan and the many shortcomings in decoration layout, lighting design, etc. He further emphasized that the core of running a brothel is to continuously innovate and improve taste. He suggested using higher quality tea and comprehensively renovating the decoration style. Chun Sanniang nodded frequently and agreed deeply. She firmly grasped this opportunity that could change her destiny. She begged Lin Xiaofeng to personally adjust the promotional copy and promised to hire him as a consultant at any cost. Lin Xiaofeng pretended to sigh and stood up to leave. Chun Sanniang was extremely anxious and tried her best to stay. She regarded Lin Xiaofeng as the savior of Xiangyuan and resolutely did not allow him to set foot in any other brothels, lest she lose this rare opportunity to turn around.
Lin Xiaofeng turned his gaze from the tea in the cup to Chun Sanniang, and a hint of helplessness flashed across his handsome face. He slowly said: "Currently, three brothels have asked me to help them improve their business strategies and service quality. I have agreed to all of them. If you include Fragrant Garden, I am afraid that I am unable to take care of everything. I am sorry that I cannot agree to your request." As soon as these words came out, Chun Sanniang's heart was filled with ups and downs. She knew that once other brothels were transformed through Lin Xiaofeng's talent, Fragrant Garden would probably face unprecedented competitive pressure and survival difficulties. So she begged eagerly: "Since the young master has already promised to others, why don't you show mercy to us again? The price is whatever you want!"
Lin Xiaofeng waved his sleeves gently, with a deep sigh on his face: "It's not that I don't want to help you, but it's actually a matter of loyalty to others. If I accept your entrustment again, I'm afraid my energy will be distracted and I will I feel sorry for those brothels who have cooperated with me in the past." He went on to explain in depth the design details of stage performance art, the aesthetics of women's clothing, and the rigorous ISO quality management system. These theories made Chun Sanniang feel confused and confused for a while. measures.
Lin Xiaofeng explained confidently and calmly that from the moment a customer steps through the door of the brothel to the entire process of entering the room to enjoy the service, every step should be strictly controlled. Every action and every word has its own unique standards and regulations. Standards to ensure that guests will be attached to the experience and have endless aftertaste. In this way, no matter where Fragrant Garden opens a branch, it can achieve high-quality services with its high standards, making customers have no choice but to patronize here. This radical change will undoubtedly trigger a revolution in the entire brothel world.
Faced with Lin Xiaofeng's strategic vision, Chun Sanniang was shocked and admired. She decided to pay 500 taels of gold as a price, requesting Lin Xiaofeng's full assistance and promising that he could enjoy all services in the Fragrance Garden for free in the future. However, Lin Xiaofeng resolutely declined this generous offer, emphasizing that his energy was really limited and could not take into account the needs of multiple brothels at the same time. Moreover, there were multiple brothels vying for invitations at the moment. This situation was obviously unsustainable. Seeing this, Chun Sanniang was quick-thinking and had an idea. She proposed to gather all the brothels to learn from Lin Xiaofeng. After some earnest persuasion, Lin Xiaofeng believed that this would really help to improve the overall level of the brothel industry and benefit the people all over the world. Deep moral and meritorious significance.
After careful consideration, Lin Xiaofeng decided to create an organization called "Xinjiekou" to unite several potential brothels for joint progress, while Chun Sanniang was responsible for contacting all parties who had not yet decided to participate. They will only select those brothels with development potential, orderly management, and excellent service quality to join, and abandon those low-end establishments with chaotic management and low service levels to ensure healthy competition within the entire industry. In the long run, brothels that successfully join the "Xinjiekou" organization are expected to make money day by day and achieve prosperity, while brothels that fail to join this organization will inevitably be eliminated by the tide of the times.
Chun Sanniang implored Lin Xiaofeng to write an announcement for Fragrant Garden immediately to show the world their determination and changes. Lin Xiaofeng readily agreed and reminded everyone to have a far-sighted vision and not be limited to the petty gains in front of them. Finally, he left behind a meaningful sentence - "surname is Lin", and then floated away, leaving behind a look of admiration. Chun Sanniang watched Lin Xiaofeng gradually disappearing in the streets and alleys, and she couldn't help but secretly admire that this Bacchus Master Lin was actually a man with hidden secrets and extraordinary wisdom.
Lin Xiaofeng left the noisy and bustling Fragrant Garden and stepped straight into the deep tranquility of Yuanfu Inn. In this inn, hundreds of brothers live in two places. On weekdays, most of them are busy working outside, while people like Xiang Xiehong, who do not often engage in physical labor, stay in the inn and wait for orders. As expected, as soon as he stepped across the threshold of the inn, Lin Xiaofeng saw Xiang Xiehong immersed in writing in the room. Seeing his arrival, Xiang Xiehong immediately put down the pen in his hand and quickly stood up to greet him.
Lin Xiaofeng went straight to the point and asked Xiang Xiehong about the families who were good at shipbuilding in the city. Xiang Xiehong responded quickly: "We have an idea! It is said that there are three families in this city that are famous for their shipbuilding skills: the Fu family, the He family and the Yang family. Among them, it is surprising that It's quite surprising that the Fu family is also involved in this industry." Lin Xiaofeng was slightly surprised after hearing this. After all, he didn't notice that they had such an industry while he was staying with the Fu family. Xiang Xiehong continued: "It turns out that the Fu family's shipbuilding is an ancestral skill. However, due to fierce market competition in the early years, it gradually faded out of this business. Now it seems that if the information is accurate, they may have been influenced by the King of Hanjiang." Commissioned by the He family to build the ship in secret.”
Lin Xiaofeng had doubts in his heart and asked Xiang Xiehong how he could determine who built the boat. Xiang Xiehong explained: "Recently, the He family suffered a fire, which almost caused the whole family to be wiped out. This matter has caused a storm in the city. It is speculated that the secret of the He family's responsibility for shipping may have been accidentally leaked, which caused this disaster. ." After hearing this, Lin Xiaofeng couldn't help but feel bitter in his heart. He secretly lamented that the King of Hanjiang was very thorough and rigorous. It was not easy to find such outstanding shipbuilding talents, but he still insisted on finding these skilled craftsmen no matter what, even at the expense of a lot of time and energy.
Xiang Xiehong continued to add: "Master, don't be too anxious, there is still a glimmer of hope. It is said that the He family was not completely wiped out, and four people managed to escape. The government revealed that these three were senior shipwrights, and the other one was a member of the He family. The young master is suspected of setting fire to fight for the family property, and is currently being pursued by the government." After hearing this, Lin Xiaofeng turned from worry to joy. If these four survivors are indeed shipwrights, then this operation may be fruitful. . So he ordered Xiang Xiehong to find out the situation as soon as possible and be sure to find these four key figures before the government.
However, at this juncture, Xiang Xiehong showed an expression of embarrassment, revealing that everyone's consumption in the mountains had increased sharply, their food intake had doubled, all their money had been used up, and it was even difficult to pay for the accommodation at Tomorrow's Inn. Lin Xiaofeng frowned slightly after hearing this and admitted that he was currently short of money and needed to wait a few days to raise funds. But faced with the predicament at hand, he decided to take temporary measures and ordered Xiang Xiehong to prepare a drug called "donkey medicine", mix it into wine, and sell it in a brothel at night to make money, and told Luo Huajun to be ready at any time assist.
Lin Xiaofeng then hurriedly left the inn and headed to the academy, intending to write another inflammatory propaganda article and use his evening time to sell fake wine in the Fragrant Garden. He had considered borrowing money from Sister Yu for an emergency, but considering his special status, it was not appropriate to act rashly, so he had to give up the idea for the time being. Soon, an alluring advertising copy was released, and someone was sent to post it in eye-catching locations on the streets and alleys.
Soon after, this advertisement aroused widespread heated discussion among the people. Many readers interpreted its content and claimed that the God of Dionysus would personally teach the magical secrets in the Aroma Garden. The miraculous effects described in the article, such as aphrodisiac and rejuvenation, rejuvenating the old, making women yearn for it, etc., aroused people's endless imagination. The people were in high spirits after reading the advertisement. Although they were dubious about the authenticity of the advertisement, they still could not resist the alluring mystery. They were immersed in the magical effects that the magic medicine might bring, and looked forward to nightfall to witness the magic together. That moment when the medicine came out.
Lin Xiaofeng listened to the heated discussion among the academy students and secretly rejoiced, feeling that tonight's plan should be carried out smoothly. The advertising language he wrote is exaggerated and deeply rooted in people's hearts. Although everyone has doubts, they still find it difficult to resist the charm of the unknown. Each of them holds expectations and curiosity, waiting for the moment when night falls to unveil the mystery of the miracle drug. .
Time flies, Lin Xiaofeng once again displayed his casual and free style. After greeting Fu Jiayi hastily, he hurried to Yuanfu Inn to join everyone. Immediately afterwards, we went non-stop to the bustling and crowded Fragrant Garden.
The park is crowded with people, shoulder to shoulder, as lively as a festival market. The number of women far outnumbered the men. Although no one was waiting on them, they still gathered in small groups and talked and laughed freely, or indulged in the graceful singing and dancing performances of the dancers on the stage. Their emotions were high and did not diminish at all. Chun Sanniang had been waiting at the door for a long time. When she saw Lin Xiaofeng, she immediately stepped forward to greet him with a smile on her face and whispered reproachfully: "Master Lin came a little late today! Look at the crowds in this fragrant garden, all because of I am curious about the announcement, why don't you tell us in advance? What kind of rare treasure is this magic medicine that can attract everyone in the city? "
Lin Xiaofeng smiled apologetically and replied: "I'm really sorry, I won't be so hasty next time. I need to borrow this stage for a while tonight, and items will be delivered later. Please send someone to take care of it." Chun Sanniang said happily. Agree: "If so, the Young Master's seat has been reserved for you. Please come in quickly! All the guests in the courtyard are eagerly looking forward to your arrival!" Lin Xiaofeng responded calmly: "Whether to show up has yet to be considered. There is no such plan for the time being." In this way, under the guidance of Chun Sanniang, he walked leisurely into the mysterious aromatic garden.
Sitting down in the most conspicuous position in the garden, with a panoramic view of the light and elegant figures of the dancers on the stage, Lin Xiaofeng calmly savored the artistic charm of dance. Liang Huankun and Xiang Xiehong drank tea and chatted leisurely, their eyes following the performance on the stage. At this time, Luo Huajun asked with a sad face: "Master, can I not go on stage?" Lin Xiaofeng smiled and teased: "How can I do it? If you don't go on stage, don't you have to ask me to do it for you? This is a matter of face. , I really don’t want to get involved.”
Luo Huajun still insisted on declining, claiming that Xiang Xiehong was more eloquent and more suitable to appear on the stage. Lin Xiaofeng refuted his point of view: "Although Xiang Xiehong is eloquent, he is thin and looks like he has kidney deficiency. How can he convince customers? You are strong and stylish, with full and powerful muscles. Compared to Xie Hongxin, Worse than that." After hearing this, Xiang Xiehong looked slightly embarrassed, while Luo Huajun was secretly happy after hearing this, but he was still hesitant.
Liang Huankun intervened at the right time, and while approving of Luo Huajun's bravery, he thought Xie Hongxin was even better. Lin Xiaofeng refuted his view, saying that Luo Huajun was actually giving in to Xie Hongxin. If the competition was based on strength alone, the outcome would be difficult to predict. Luo Huajun smiled sarcastically and made plans in his mind.
Lin Xiaofeng urged Luo Huajun to familiarize himself with his lines as soon as possible to avoid making a fool of himself on stage. Luo Huajun hurriedly took out the note and read it tremblingly, saying that facing a large audience made him nervous. Lin Xiaofeng encouraged him and said: "You are definitely qualified for this. If you succeed, you will be the king of Yangqu County. At that time, I will let you have ten beauties in this city to accompany you and share the happy time." "
Xiang Xiehong laughed at this and expressed doubts about whether Luo Huajun could take on this important task. Lin Xiaofeng argued: "Brother Jun has a lot of physical strength. It is impossible to fight ten times in a night, but once for everyone, it is definitely more than enough. This is the so-called Coolidge effect, a scientifically proven phenomenon of male animals regaining their energy when facing new members of the opposite sex. ." Liang Huankun took the opportunity to cite the example of rooster breeding to reveal the principle that male animals tend to show greater vitality when facing new mates. Xiang Xiehong was stunned after hearing this and couldn't help but admire the magic of the scientific world.
At this moment, a waiter came forward with a collection of wine and exquisite wine utensils to report that the things had been properly placed in the backyard, and the wine was ready to be enjoyed. Lin Xiaofeng casually rewarded him with copper coins, took the wine jar and drank with his brothers. He tasted the wine for the first time and found that it tasted mellow and sweet, so he asked for a few more jars. Luo Huajun was so proud that after drinking heavily, he asked if he should perform on stage.
At this time, people in the garden were abuzz, asking when the legendary god of wine appeared and where the magic medicine was. Chun Sanniang was extremely anxious and frequently cast anxious glances at Lin Xiaofeng. Lin Xiaofeng responded, ordering the dancers who were performing to be removed, and urging Luo Huajun to prepare for the stage.
Luo Huajun nodded solemnly, smeared the mysterious substance in the jar, and his face instantly glowed with oil. Then he stepped onto the stage confidently, soothing the audience with his high-pitched and passionate voice, claiming to be the introduction on behalf of the God of Dionysus. The messenger of the magic medicine. He showed off his strong muscular lines and won warm applause and cheers from the audience. Lin Xiaofeng, Xiang Xiehong and Liang Huankun couldn't help laughing when they saw this. Luo Huajun's funny look imitating the tone of fake drug advertisements in the past amused the audience.
Luo Huajun gritted his teeth and continued to preach, mentioning the many problems that men have with persistent hardness, and suddenly asked if there is a good medicine in the world that can not only nourish the kidneys and strengthen yang, but also treat various symptoms such as frequent urination. Finally, he declared impassionedly: "The sacred oil from a foreign country was born, and it finally came here today, and it lived up to everyone's expectations!" Lin Xiaofeng and others couldn't help laughing when they saw Luo Huajun preaching in the tone of the fake medicine advertisements of the past. Luo Huajun seemed a little embarrassed, but he quickly adjusted himself and continued his hilarious and original speech.
Luo Huajun stood on the stage and was eloquent, and his words were like a surging river. But in a corner of the crowd, a petite figure quietly hid in the crowd, with a look of discomfort on his face that was difficult to conceal. This person was Fu Jiayi, and she thought to herself deep in her heart: Is this what people call a brothel? There were men all around, but the man on the stage was described as having exaggerated and grotesque behavior and extremely vulgar words. It was far from the story about the Dionysian Master that she had heard about in the academy. Fu Jiayi glanced around with a contemptuous and slightly disdainful look. Driven by curiosity about the "Bacchus", she disguised herself and sneaked into this place, but she never expected that this place was so unsightly. A deep feeling of regret arose spontaneously.
Fu Jiayi tried hard to suppress her inner dissatisfaction and once again turned her attention to the person on the stage who was preaching hard. With the help of alcohol, Luo Huajun loudly promoted the various miraculous effects of the magic medicine, claiming that it can be used by both men and women, and the effect is remarkable. When he heard that this so-called miracle medicine actually had the effect of beautifying the skin, Fu Jiayi couldn't resist the temptation even though he was short of money, and decided to stay and watch how this farce would develop.
Lin Xiaofeng watched Luo Huajun casually fabricate the function of the magic medicine and couldn't help being surprised. He turned around and asked Xiang Xiehong whether the effect of medicinal wine was real and reliable. Xiang Xiehong answered that there was no problem, but he also revealed that the dose of medicine was too large and the quality of the alcohol was easily intoxicating. Lin Xiaofeng solemnly reminded everyone that doing business must be ethical and ethical, and not be too exaggerated. After hearing this, Xiang Xiehong looked embarrassed and became cautious when speaking.
Luo Huajun continued to promote the magic of the miracle medicine and announced that there were only 20 jars left, causing the crowd present to anxiously ask about the price. At this time, Lin Xiaofeng acted according to the opportunity and joined in to help at the right time. Luo Huajun revealed the answer to the mystery and actually planned to sell the miracle medicine through auction, with the starting price set at nine taels and nine cents. This news immediately caused the crowd to be in an uproar. The previous expectations and curiosity turned into anger and disappointment, and they threw debris on the stage to show their dissatisfaction. Luo Huajun came to his senses and ordered people to bring some low-quality drinks to distract people, and the chaotic scene was temporarily calmed down.
Chun Sanniang sat aside and stared at everything in front of her with dumbfounded eyes. She had never seen such a bizarre and lively scene. However, Lin Xiaofeng, the instigator, could still sip the wine in his glass leisurely and calmly as usual. After Luo Huajun adjusted his mood, he announced the start of the bidding, increasing the price by ten taels each time. Xiang Xiehong took the lead in raising a placard to bid, and the price gradually climbed, and the crowd gradually fell into a whirlpool of crazy bidding.
At this moment, Fu Jiayi was witnessing the fierce bidding scene, and she became more and more eager to get a miracle medicine and try it herself. She felt extremely regretful for her usual squandering behavior, because now she did not have enough silver in her hand to participate in this competition. The bidding process was extremely fierce, and in the end, Sha Chenlu successfully won the fourteenth altar of magic medicine at a price of fifty-nine taels. While feeling proud, his eyes inadvertently glanced at a familiar face in the crowd - that It was Fu Jiayi in disguise. The moment the two people's eyes met, each was filled with excitement, wondering about the other's true identity and purpose. At the same time, in this chaotic and complicated market, each other's fate seemed to be pulled by invisible forces, intertwining in an unknown direction.
The wine is fragrant and mellow, and can be regarded as the best among fine wines. There was a lot of noise in the room, and the temperature rose quietly with the heat of the crowd. However, the lively atmosphere of the auction seemed a bit boring and unoriginal to Lin Xiaofeng. He sat quietly in the corner alone and drank three jars of aged wine in silence. While he was intoxicated by the sweet aroma flowing between his lips and teeth, he quietly observed the buyers who had successfully bought the magic medicine, trying to dig out the secrets from them. A character who may become a hidden danger in the future. When he heard that a jar of miracle medicine had been bought for a high price by a man named Sha, Lin Xiaofeng glanced sideways and recognized that it was Sha Chenlu. The corner of his mouth couldn't help but evoke a faint and contemptuous smile, as if Already understood everything.
At this moment, Fu Jiayi quietly approached Sha Chenlu in the crowd. She didn't have much fondness for this rugged bearded man, but driven by the bustling crowd, she came to his side unknowingly. The people who followed Fu Jiayi were worried when they saw this, but when they saw that she did not show any obvious fear or anxiety, they temporarily let go of their worries. Sha Chenlu noticed Fu Jiayi's arrival, and a hint of surprise flashed in his eyes. He motioned to his friends to make a seat for the pretty woman. Although Fu Jiayi was shy and hesitant, under Sha Chenlu's enthusiastic persuasion, Next, I finally sat down next to him, but my heart was as messed up as twine.
Sha Chenlu proposed having a glass of wine with Fu Jiayi. Fu Jiayi was quite resistant at first, but after some lobbying, he finally agreed. Seeing this scene, the surrounding onlookers cheered and shouted "Bacchus". At this time, Lin Xiaofeng was immersed in the aroma of wine. Although he did not join in the crowd's noise, he did not pay attention to these calls as he was getting drunker.
Seeing the situation getting out of control, Chun Sanniang became anxious. She held Lin Xiaofeng's arm tightly and begged him to help stabilize the situation that was about to collapse. After Lin Xiaofeng heard this, he seemed to wake up halfway in an instant. He realized the importance of the Xinjiekou reform plan he was planning, and decided to get up and deal with the chaotic situation in front of him. In order to avoid a direct conflict with Sha Chenlu, he chose to cleverly avoid the area where Sha Chenlu was located and quietly appeared in an inconspicuous corner out of everyone's sight. Relying on his wisdom and courage, he quietly controlled the rhythm of the entire scene, so that the originally chaotic situation began to relax and gradually restored order.
An indifferent smile appeared on Lin Xiaofeng's lips. He stepped onto the center of the stage with steps as light as a cat, stretched out his arms to greet everyone, then straightened his waist gracefully and declared loudly: "I am what you are saying. God of Wine, have you ever longed to see the real face? I am standing here today. If you have any questions or questions, feel free to ask them. I will give you a stick of incense to clear up your doubts. "
The crowd's eyes instantly gathered into a torrent, washing over Lin Xiaofeng on the stage. Some people marveled: "The rumored god of wine is so young!" Another person questioned: "How can a man of such an age make such great changes in the world of brothels?" Another person followed closely and said: " This is the power of magical medicinal wine!” Someone else praised: “Excellent temperament, rich and handsome, worthy of the reputation of the god of wine!”
Sha Chenlu and Fu Jiayi stared dumbfounded at the figure on the stage. Sha Chenlu asked Fu Jiayi in a low voice in shock: "Jiayi, is that your scholar Lin Jinjiang on the stage?" Fu Jiayi His lips trembled slightly and his voice was as thin as a gnat: "I'm not sure..."
What is unbelievable is that Lin Jinjiang, the usually gentle and courteous book boy, has suddenly transformed into the great Dionysus who stirred up troubles. Is it just the similarity in appearance? However, the voice and temperament cannot be imitated. Fu Jiayi's heart was like a mess, her cheeks were as red as the burning sunset, and Sha Chenlu was extremely anxious when he saw her like this.
Sha Chenlu was full of suspicion, and he clapped the case in anger, loudly accusing him: "You are too arrogant! You are clearly not the God of Dionysus!" Fu Jiayi quickly grabbed his sleeves and comforted him in a low voice: "Master Sha, don't be impulsive, everyone. Everyone is watching.”
Fu Jiayi knew in her heart that if it was really Lin Jinjiang on stage, she would not let Sha Chenlu cause trouble for him. After all, Lin Jinjiang had helped her lose weight successfully. Then look at the fact that he often takes leave and his whereabouts are strange. He seems to often hang out among brothels. So where does the money come from?
Sha Chenlu became more and more angry and revealed the truth loudly: "Listen, everyone, this person is pretending to be the god of wine and intends to deceive the world on stage!" Then he said to Jiayi: "Jiayi, he is your book boy, if he continues to bluff and deceive, If this goes on, what impact will it have on your reputation if it comes to light?”
On the stage, Lin Xiaofeng's face suddenly turned cold. He knew that with many people talking, there would be some nefarious people who would stir up trouble, but he had already anticipated this and could handle it with ease. He slowly retracted his arm and said calmly and calmly: "Young Master, you said that I pretended to deceive the world, do you have evidence to back it up? Never frame others with empty words."
When the onlookers heard this, they burst into laughter, but in their hearts they expected the dispute to escalate. Although Sha Chenlu was extremely embarrassed, he still managed to keep his composure. He pointed at Lin Xiaofeng again and said firmly: "This person's name is Lin Jinjiang. He is just a study boy. He dared to pretend to be the God of Dionysus on stage today. I'm afraid he just wants to take advantage of this opportunity. Gaining false fame and coveting everyone’s money! I hope you won’t be fooled by him!”
Xiang Xiehong sneered at this and laughed at Sha Chenlu for being eager to expose others as soon as he was deceived. There are always some people in the world who don't know how high the level of the world is. At this time, Luo Huajun came forward with the package in his arms, placed it on the table, and asked with a smile: "The money has been collected, why did the master come on stage by himself? It seems that the show tonight is about to begin."
Lin Xiaofeng once again spread his arms freely, looked around in front of the audience, and asked with a smile: "Did you all hear this? Some people say that I am a book boy." The audience looked at Lin Xiaofeng carefully and couldn't help laughing. They really couldn't help it. Connect the handsome young man in front of you with the book boy.
Questioning voices began to flood into Sha Chenlu, stinging his eardrums. The man who called himself Lin Jinjiang on the stage was even more dismissive of him, while Fu Jiayi looked worried and tried to mediate the situation.
Sha Chenlu was furious, thinking that Lin Jinjiang's hypocrisy had been seen through. Fu Jiayi tried her best to comfort: "Master Sha, why bother pushing me so hard? He is my book boy after all!" Sha Chenlu retorted: "Jiayi, that's all others say, how can you protect him? He is A liar will harm you sooner or later if he stays by your side!"
Lin Xiaofeng paced leisurely on the stage, the alcohol began to rage in his body, making him feel slightly dizzy. Faced with Sha Chenlu's pressing steps, Lin Xiaofeng asked the audience: "Do you know what is the most shameless thing in the world?"
"It's nothing more than forcing a person to clarify his position and asking others to prove his innocence." As soon as Lin Xiaofeng finished speaking, the audience burst into applause and laughter.
Lin Xiaofeng then used words to ridicule Sha Chenlu, putting him in an extremely embarrassing situation. Seeing this, Fu Jiayi did not dare to intervene easily, while Sha Chenlu was almost angered to the point of losing his mind and wanted to rush to the stage to argue with Lin Xiaofeng, but was stopped in time by the people around him. (End of chapter)
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