The old man took another sip of tea.

His words were very low and extremely powerful, and even the people in the hall calmed down.

After that, he said calmly: "So... the most urgent thing now is to let someone find the imperial envoy. Not only that, but also to protect it properly. The more we protect it, does not just prove that we are loyal?"

When Qi Zhiyuan heard this, he immediately understood.

Yes... The original intention of killing the imperial envoy is to blame others, but now... the purpose of framing is to get it. So, what does the relationship between death of the imperial envoy and immortality?

Thinking of this, Qi Zhiyuan calmed down and said with a smile on his lips: "Don't worry, mentor, those who are open and secret will go to find the traces of the imperial envoy. This is Nanjing City, and there is nothing we can't do. Since they have got off the flower boat, it's easy to do. Check where they get off the boat, and then dig three feet away from the ground nearby. There will always be their whereabouts. They always need to take a carriage and horse... Please don't worry, mentor, you will definitely find the imperial envoy within three days. At that time, mentors will visit in person and then dispatch officers and soldiers to protect them heavily. They are not grateful to mentors."

The old man smiled and said, "No, the child can teach you."

"Yes, what should I do if there is still a living person...?"

"It's easy to deal with!" said the old man: "Stay here, torture every day. If you try every means to hint at him, the person who tortured him is related to the Duke of Wei's Mansion, find a proper opportunity to release him. Of course... you need to take serious action, even if you beat him to death, it will be fine."

"I understand." Qi Zhiyuan seemed excited. His mentor was indeed his mentor. He was far-sighted and extremely intelligent.

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Xiao Jing was stubborn and was placed on the torture instrument. After that... he saw the other party and picked up a plier.

"Who are you, where did the imperial envoy escape?"

Xiao Jing widened his eyes, his forehead covered with cold sweat, and his face was so scared that he looked miserable. He held the factory guards, knowing that there were too many means of torture in this world.

"I think you are a eunuch. I think it was done by the palace and the imperial envoy. Haha... I underestimated you. Do you say it or not? You have to know that our Duke Wei is in Nanjing, but it covers the sky with one hand. If you don't say it... I'm afraid that the flesh and blood will be of no use. Do you know what the pliers are? Haha... You see, just pinch the piece of meat on your body and pull the meat off. If you don't say it at once, you will pinch the piece of meat. This is ten times more painful than a piece of corpse. You are a smart person, and you should know that sooner or later you will say it..."

The iron pliers were constantly opening and closing in this person's hand, approaching Xiao Jing.

Xiao Jing was scared and there was no such thing as a eunuch who had the style of a Dongchang Factory Man.

His body shook subconsciously, then closed his eyes, wrinkled his nose, but gritted his teeth, and finally said: "If you don't say it, we don't know, we don't know anything, so give it a good time."

Uh...

There were a series of screams in this unknown dungeon.

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"Master, Master..."

Two days later.

The head of the company came to Qi Zhiyuan panting.

People in Nanjing have been in panic these days.

At first it was a rumor about the Duke of Wei's Mansion.

After that... it was reported that the imperial envoy sent by the imperial court was surrounded by thieves and killed many people, but the imperial envoy's life and death were unknown.

Nanjing has been peaceful for more than a hundred years. As soon as the news came out, many wealthy families could not sit still.

The Duke of Wei’s Mansion... Could it be that he really wants to rebel?

This imperial envoy was to investigate the Duke of Wei’s Mansion. What a serious crime was this attack on the Duke of Wei? This was to destroy the three clans. Could it be that the imperial envoy found something that... the Duke of Wei’s Mansion simply killed someone to silence him?

So I heard rumors again, saying that the spirit of the Shencewei and Yingtianwei was shaken.

These terrible news after another seemed to indicate something.

So much so...at this moment, many wealthy families actually began to leave the city.

With the rich family leaving the city, the other people became even more restless.

The terrible disaster of war is that even those who have never experienced it are clear and clear.

Once someone rebelled, the rioters would inevitably plunder everywhere. When the imperial government arrived, they would suppress the rebellion. If the imperial army entered the city... I am afraid that there would be a lot of disaster in life.

What Qi Zhiyuan wants...is exactly this effect.

This whole city of Nanjing believed that the Duke of Wei's Mansion was going to rebel.

When Nanjing is in chaos, the entire Jiangnan will inevitably fall into chaos.

In Jiangnan, the most important thing about the imperial court is the place where money, grain and taxes are located. Once money and grain are cut off and chaos occurs in the southern section of the Grand Canal, the world will be in chaos.

You know, the money and food all over the world gathered in Nantong Prefecture and then escorted northward. The entire half of the Jiangnan area could not allow for a little chaos.

The court naturally did not want any problems in Nanjing, but it was necessary to check and balance the Duke of Wei's Mansion... and it was necessary to try its best to make new efforts.

In the past, the rebellions in various states in the world have been united in the past, local gentry to protect themselves and assist the imperial army in the fight.

Without the support of the gentry, Jiangnan would inevitably collapse. Even if the court quelled the rebellion, the losses would not be acceptable to the court.

By then...

Qi Zhiyuan had to admire his mentor's skillful methods.

But after thinking about it carefully, he could understand that so much land had to be paid taxes, and the rent-free Xishan Money House made this situation even worse. If this continues, it will really force the mentor and others to the death. Now everyone is rebellious. Either the court compromises, in order to protect the family business of this ancestor, or... they have to fight hard.

"How is it?" Qi Zhiyuan looked at the head nervously. After all, he still did not have the temperament of his mentor.

The head of the rank said panting: "The person was found, found it. I heard that the imperial envoy immediately went to Xiaoling after learning that he was attacked..."

"Xiaoling..." Qi Zhiyuan was stunned, then understood, and couldn't help but say, "This imperial envoy has a bit of a look. Yes, the safest place in Nanjing City is probably the only one with Xiaoling. No matter who it is, with Xiaoling Guards, even if the Duke of Wei rebelled, he would not be able to hurt him for a while. Hurry up, go and report to his mentor immediately."

The head of the matter said again: "There is another thing, that survivor... that survivor... is very tough and refuses to say anything. He fainted more than ten times and was covered in bruises. The tiger in Taihu Lake said that if he continues to tossing, he will definitely die..."

"Ha..." Qi Zhiyuan couldn't deny it: "It's just a eunuch. Now it's not the time to care about this person. It doesn't matter whether he can speak or not. Just find an excuse to let him escape."

"yes."

Qi Zhiyuan said: "Forget it, I need to visit my mentor myself."

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At the same time, there were already fast horses from Xiaoling Guard and rushed to the capital.

The situation in Nanjing suddenly became treacherous.

Emperor Hongzhi visited Emperor Taizu Gao here, and stayed in the Enjoy Hall for several consecutive days. Looking at the portrait of Emperor Taizu Gao, he did not say a word.

When he finally came out of the hall.

The commander of Xiaoling Guard waited silently outside.

This is the only commander who knows the identity of Emperor Hongzhi.

As for the others, they only knew that he was an imperial envoy.

Emperor Hongzhi only glanced at the commander lightly and said calmly: "My decree has been issued."

The commander hurriedly said, "Your Majesty, I am sending it out with the most trustworthy person, and I think I will arrive in the capital soon."

Emperor Hongzhi nodded and turned to say, "Where is the Duke of Qi? What have you been busy these days?"

"Revising books." The commander said: "Every day, he hid in the room, compiled many letters, and humbled him, and sent him many letters."

Emperor Hongzhi frowned. This guy... he was really not idle for a moment. He was practicing so many books, and he was not afraid of being noticed by others.

"Where did this letter be sent?"

"There is a letter to the shopkeeper of Xishan's Nanjing Money House, and a quick horse to deliver Xishan. It is a man named Wang Jinyuan..."

Emperor Hongzhi only shook his head: "Oh, I understand."

The commander stood respectfully and waited for Emperor Hongzhi's new orders.

The commander was both frightened and excited when he learned that the person who went to the Purple Mountain was actually the emperor.

But then... he realized that the most critical moment in his life had come.

At this time, he was extremely attentive and not only strengthened the defense of Xiaoling, but also served the people every day.

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Emperor Hongzhi came to Fang Jifan's bedroom.

This is a side hall of Xiaoling Mausoleum, which was originally used for rest for the ministers who sacrificed their sacrifices.

Fang Jifan quickly stood up to welcome the emperor. Emperor Hongzhi waved his hand and then walked to Fang Jifan's desk. The desk was filled with letters, many of which were not dry.

After experiencing this, Emperor Hongzhi became much more restrained. He glanced at the desk and said, "What is Jifan doing?"

"I saw that Nanjing is in good feng shui, so I want to buy more land to prepare for the time being."

At this time...he still has the time to do this?

Soon, Emperor Hongzhi understood something and couldn't help but say amused and laughed and crying: "Is it profitable?"

After so many years, why can’t Emperor Hongzhi see this guy’s unrestrained heart?

Fang Jifan paused for a moment, but did not dare to hide it. He smiled and said, "I heard that... the prices of land and mansions in and outside Nanjing have plummeted..."

call……

Emperor Hongzhi's eyes widened slightly, and his heart skipped a beat.

But I seem to feel...it seems to be a joy at this time, which is really against human nature.

So... my face was still tense, I took a deep breath, and said, "Buy more... I want it too."

Fang Jifan said with an excited look on his face: "My emperor is wise. Your Majesty is still caring about the land in his busy schedule. His benevolence and righteousness have never been seen in the past. How much does Your Majesty plan to ask for?"

Emperor Hongzhi said, "You can collect it, I will take half of it."

Fang Jifan raised his thumbs up: "Your Majesty can still benefit his subordinates at this time. My son is so grateful that he shed tears, alas..."
Chapter completed!