The Holy Emperor of Ming

Chapter 265 Interesting and Naive Person
"Zhenzhen Zhang!"

Lang Fanyun, the strongest man of the Angry Dragon Gang, was surprised, confused, delighted, and also instinctively felt a little wary.

"Friend Lang!"

Zhang Sanfeng looked at the waves in front of him, with admiration and amazement in his eyes.

It is just as Your Majesty said, no, it is much stronger.

I'm afraid it exceeded everyone's expectations.

"Master Zhang, thank you for the compliment. I don't deserve the title of fellow Taoist." Lang Fanyun bowed humbly.

Whether in terms of strength, seniority or status, he is far behind.

It can be said that he grew up listening to the legendary stories of this person.

"You are too modest, Daoist friend. Dao does not discriminate by age.

Everyone in the world thinks that fellow Taoists are trapped in love and have become decadent.

However, I never expected that fellow Taoist has already reached the realm of Grand Master and is almost at the peak. It is truly amazing.

You deserve the title of Taoist friend." Zhang Sanfeng praised gently.

"Master, you are too kind. I am unworthy of it." Hearing such praise from the martial arts legend and master, Master Zhang, even Lang Fanyun couldn't help but feel happy.

Curious and serious, he asked, "I wonder if the Master has come here for some important matter?
If you have any instructions, I will never refuse. "

Zhang Sanfeng felt a little more favorable towards him, but it was a bit of a pity.

His face was slightly solemn, and he said solemnly: "I came here specially for you, fellow Taoist."

"For the younger generation?" Lang Fanyun was puzzled.

"I'm here on behalf of His Majesty the Great Ming Emperor Shengwu." Zhang Sanfeng said frankly, with a sense of cherishing talent.

Lang Fanyun was definitely a smart person. Upon hearing this, his heart tensed slightly and he became more alert. He said seriously, "Master, please speak."

"His Majesty the Shengwu Emperor wants to ban all brothels and gambling houses in the Ming Dynasty. Today, all brothels, gambling houses, and pawnshops in the Ming Dynasty will be closed down." Zhang Sanfeng said in a solemn voice.

Lang Fanyun was shocked and banned all brothels and casinos!
How can this be?

How can there be no brothels and casinos in the world?
As a martial artist, Lang Fanyun thought subconsciously.

The next moment, he realized, why not?

If Xixi were here, she would definitely want to see the brothel being banned.

At the same time, he also understood, and said solemnly with a dignified expression: "Your Majesty the Holy Martial Emperor is going to take action against the Angry Dragon Gang?"

Zhang Sanfeng nodded.

"Okay." Lang Fanyun said without any hesitation, "The Nu Jiao Gang can close all the brothels and casinos under its command, and the pawnbrokers can also cooperate in the thorough investigation."

"Not only that." Zhang Sanfeng felt relieved, but he shook his head and said in a serious tone: "After a thorough investigation of all three places, we will hold everyone accountable.

Anyone who forces women into prostitution and harms the people will not be spared."

"I will never do such a thing. I—" Lang Fanyun's righteous voice suddenly stopped. He realized something and frowned, "The reason why the real person came in person is that the court found out that the Nu Jiao Gang did such a thing?"

"Not bad." Zhang Sanfeng nodded.

Lang Fanyun's face turned ugly and he was filled with anger. He had not been in charge of the gang for several years and he never expected that the Nu Jiao Gang would fall to this point!
He did not doubt the truth of the words.

How could it be false with the Emperor Shengwu’s court and Master Zhang speaking personally?

"I don't know who it is. I am not an unreasonable person and I am willing to clean up the mess." Lang Fanyun said firmly.

"This matter has deep implications. If we get to the bottom of it, the leader of the Angry Dragon Gang, the top brass, and even you, fellow Taoist, are all responsible." Zhang Sanfeng sighed.

Lang Fanyun paused for a moment, then suddenly realized what was happening. After two breaths, he gave a bitter smile and said, "Master is right. I have a responsibility."

He truly understood why Master Zhang came in person.

He is also responsible, even if he is not aware of it.

There was pain in my heart again.

If Xixi were here and knew that I was forced into prostitution, she would be very sad, as I am also responsible.

Taking a deep breath, Lang Fanyun calmed down and said solemnly, "Master, I wonder how the court intends to deal with the Nu Jiao Gang and this junior?"

“All those involved in this incident will be dealt with according to the law. Daoist friend, although you were not aware of this, you have the responsibility, but you can make up for it.

As your majesty said, you can join the court and make amends for your crime.

You can also do some good deeds yourself, such as killing those who harm the people.

The same applies to the other people in the gang who are unaware of the situation, including the top leaders, and the middle and lower levels can be exempted from investigation." Zhang Sanfeng said slowly.

Lang Fanyun nodded, had no objection, and did not express his opinion immediately.

I continued to wait, but a sense of foreboding arose in my heart.

Because the handling of the Angry Dragon Gang has not yet been discussed.

"As for the Angry Dragon Gang," Zhang Sanfeng said calmly, "This time, all the town gangs that oppress the people will be banned and will no longer exist."

Lang Fanyun's eyes suddenly narrowed, his breathing held, and the hand holding the sword tightened a little.

He said in a low voice: "It seems that His Majesty the Shengwu Emperor is going to take action against the entire Ming Dynasty. Is this necessary?"

Zhang Sanfeng could understand Lang Fanyun's feelings. If the Wudang Sect was to be banned one day, even if the reasons were sufficient, he would be depressed and even find it difficult to accept it for a while.

When the Angry Dragon Gang was established, Lang Fanyun was one of the most important people.

"Fellow Daoist, have you been to Jin to have a look?" Zhang Sanfeng hesitated for a moment and asked instead of answering.

"No." Lang Fanyun shook his head.

"I've been there." Zhang Sanfeng said seriously, with a sincere smile on his face, revealing relief and expectation: "The people there are not oppressed by gangs, gentry, or landlords. Officials don't dare to oppress them either.

They work from sunrise to sunset and rest from sunset, and although it is still hard work, they can all have enough food and warm clothes, and their children can go to school and soon learn martial arts.

They are alive and are real people.

Fellow Daoist, why do sects and gangs exist? "

Lang Fanyun thought seriously.

Zhang Sanfeng continued earnestly, "Sects are mostly for inheritance, and the filthiness among them will also have to be cleaned up in the future.

Gangs, apart from some ambitious individuals, are mostly formed because people gather together to avoid being bullied and live a better life.

Is it right? "

"What the master said is right." Lang Fanyun nodded.

“Even so, if the imperial court can make all the people live well and not be oppressed by others, then is there any need for gangs to exist?
When it exists, it will oppress other people." Zhang Sanfeng's tone became heavier.

Lang Fanyun was silent. He turned and looked at the bustling crowd on Nujiao Island, his eyes flickering.

Emotions such as reluctance, memories, and contemplation emerge.

Zhang Sanfeng said nothing more and waited patiently.

He has said everything that needs to be said.

The rest depends on Lang Fanyun’s own choice.

He hoped that Lang Fanyun could truly let it go. He believed that he was a true chivalrous man and should not become an enemy of the current Ming Dynasty court because of this.

After a long while, Lang Fanyun let out a long breath, feeling relieved, and said firmly: "Okay, I believe in the real person, and I also believe in His Majesty the Emperor Shengwu.

The Angry Dragon Gang can be disbanded, but I will keep watching to see whether His Majesty the Holy Martial Emperor can always stick to his original intention.

If not, the Ri Ri Nu Jiao Gang will be re-established."

"Haha, good." Zhang Sanfeng laughed heartily and said, "I and many fellow Taoists have actually been watching this.

It is a blessing for all people to have fellow Taoists join us.”

"You are too kind, sir." Lang Fanyun shook his head, and then he couldn't help but say with some curiosity: "Although I deeply admire the various things done by His Majesty the Holy Martial Emperor, I still don't have a deep understanding of him.

Master, what kind of person is His Majesty the Holy Martial Emperor? How could he and the other seniors support him so wholeheartedly?

And they are quite confident.”

Being able to let the dignified Master Zhang come and 'subdue' him, the implications are enormous.

So big that it surprised him.

Not only that, he guessed that it wasn't just Master Zhang, there might be even more powerful people taking action.

"Haha, Your Majesty, he is a very interesting and naive person." Zhang Sanfeng said with a smile.

"Interesting and naive?" Lang Fanyun was surprised and puzzled.

The Shengwu Emperor, who is a man of great talent and strategy and the greatest martial arts genius of all time, is an interesting and naive person!
Zhang Sanfeng looked at the boundless Dongting Lake and said leisurely: "Young people are always full of passion and ambition to change the world.

But in the end, they all integrated into this world.

Your Majesty, he is also full of passion and ambition to change the world.

He’s the only one who can really do it.”

Lang Fanyun was shocked, thought about something, and understood a lot.

A young man full of passion and ambition!
That sounds really good.

"Let's not talk about this for now. The people from the imperial court are just outside the Nujiao Island. It would be better if you, fellow Taoist, could help us. I can accompany you." Zhang Sanfeng said.

Lang Fanyun understood and said with gratitude: "Thank you, Master."

If he personally takes action and cooperates, he can take a certain initiative and prevent the court from wrongly accusing anyone.

With Master Zhang accompanying him, the people from the Nujiao Gang wouldn't blame him too much.

After all, Master Zhang has come in person, so what else can we do?
Soon, the imperial warships entered the Nujiao Island. On that day, the Nujiao Island was turned upside down.

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Shaanxi is located far west of the capital.

In a sword pavilion not far from Wushuang City, the most powerful martial arts force in Shaanxi, the scene is quite different.

"Monk, who are you?"

The white-haired Dugu Sword Master looked at the old monk not far away as if he was facing a formidable enemy.

'It's still the realm of Grand Master!

Your Majesty is wrong this time.'

Wuji looked at Dugu Jiansheng and thought to himself, feeling quite relieved.

Suddenly, he uttered a sigh, looked deeply at Sword Saint Dugu, and said in deep thought: "Old monk Wuji.

There seems to be a very powerful force hidden deep within the donor's soul!"

"Wuji!" Dugu Jiansheng had never heard of this name, but his sword heart told him that this monk was extremely powerful, stronger than anyone he had ever seen.

However, he did not feel any fear. Instead, he was quite excited and eager to fight because he felt the aura of the sword.

This monk knows swordsmanship.

"Monk, you know a lot about swords. Come, have a great battle with me." The sword master Dugu was filled with fighting spirit.

"Don't be anxious, benefactor. This old monk came here to discuss important matters with you." Wuji said calmly.

(Chapter 1.)
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