Chapter 52 The fox is sad when the rabbit dies
Xuzhou government office.

Fu Bisheng had no way to deal with Liu Zhengyi's refusal to fight back. He could only think about Zhao Yuguang's possible purpose again and think of a countermeasure.

"Sir, Lord Zhao has arrived.

Someone from the Fu'an Marquis's Mansion is knocking at the door outside!"

Unfortunately, until someone came to report that Zhao Yuguang had arrived with people from the Fu'an Marquis' Mansion, Fu Bisheng had not thought of a good way to deal with it.

Just as Liu Zhengyi said, the gap in status, power and military strength between the two sides is too big!

Apart from waiting for Zhao Yuguang to make his move and then responding accordingly, Fu Bisheng had no better idea.

"I see!"

Fu Bisheng retracted his scattered thoughts.

Soothes frowning brows.

He turned and looked at Liu Zhengyi.

"Captain Liu, let's go and welcome Lord Zhao!"

Fu Bisheng said so.

"As it should be!"

Liu Zhengyi replied calmly.

After knowing that Marquis Zhao was coming to the government office, Liu Zhengyi thought about avoiding him.

Stay out of possible storms.

But unfortunately, Fu Bisheng eventually changed the subject and prevented Liu Zhengyi from leaving.

At that time, Liu Zhengyi knew that Fu Bisheng did it on purpose, and he wanted Liu Zhengyi to stay and help him deal with the pressure from the old Marquis Zhao.

Liu Zhengyi had previously worked in the prefectural government office!

Moreover, it was in accordance with the rules of the Ming Dynasty for the Tongzhi, who was also the chief constable of the Patrol Office, to welcome the superior together with the prefect.

Therefore, Liu Zhengyi did not leave forcibly without giving his whole life face.

Choose to stay.

After all, Liu Zhengyi is now in a state of having nothing to ask for and being strong without desire.

He was not very afraid of Zhao Yuguang's possible secret plan.

The egg has no seams, so flies can hardly bite it!
Moreover, Liu Zhengyi is also a human being and he also has curiosity.

Liu Zhengyi also wanted to see what Zhao Yuguang, the renowned pillar of the dynasty, was up to by pinning the suspicion of the assassination of Marquis Fu'an on the Wudang Sect!
Although, Liu Zhengyi has decided not to participate in the game of top figures.

But it never hurts to know a little more.

When something happens, you will have more time to react and prepare.

Just don’t participate!
"By the way, who is the prefect of Xuzhou Prefecture?"

In the Xuzhou prefectural government office, Zhao Yuguang asked Zhao Xingye who was standing beside him like a javelin.

Zhao Yuguang was really dissatisfied with Zhao Xingye.

How tactless.

Shouldn't Zhao Xingye have reported this matter to Zhao Yuguang in advance?

Zhao Yuguang also needs to ask actively.

The same was true of Wulong Yuan before.

Only when Zhao Yuguang asked would Zhao Xingye answer and introduce.

Did Zhao Xingye think that he, Zhao Yuguang, would know the names of the Xuzhou prefect and the Xuzhou county magistrate?

As I said, it’s a good thing that Zhao Xingye is not one of the Zhao family members that Zhao Yuguang values ​​the most and focuses on training.

Otherwise, Zhao Yuguang would be so angry that he would get hurt!
As a master, it is impossible to die of anger!

Being so angry that you get a stitch in the side and get injured is already the limit.

"Old Patriarch, the prefect of Xuzhou is Fu Bisheng, a disciple of Elder You!"

This time, Zhao Xingye finally had some emotional intelligence. He knew that Zhao Yuguang might not know who Fu Bisheng was, so he directly pointed out Lord You, who could communicate with Zhao Yuguang.

I just don't know if Zhao Xingye really has that much emotional intelligence or if he just happened to get lucky by accident?
"Old man You?"

Zhao Yugang frowned.

"Master Zhao!
welcome!

I am sorry for not welcoming you from afar, I am sorry for not welcoming you from afar!"

Just as Zhao Xingye was introducing, a large group of people in official uniforms walked out of the gate of Xuzhou government office.

The first person was wearing the uniform of a fifth-rank civil servant.

He bowed and clasped his hands towards Zhao Yuguang, greeting him warmly.

This man was none other than the official of Xuzhou Prefecture, the top official in Xuzhou Prefecture, and the prefect of Xuzhou, Fu Bisheng.

His face was full of enthusiasm.

There was no sign that he was still worried about Zhao Yuguang's hidden intentions and thinking about how to deal with it?

Yan smiled as if Zhao Yuguang was his biological father whom he had not seen for many years.

Sure enough, everyone in officialdom can act.

“You’re welcome, everyone!
This person must be the prefect Fu Bisheng!"

Zhao Yugang first returned the greeting, then pointed at Fu Bisheng and asked.

When it comes to acting, Zhao Yugang is also a veteran.

Moreover, Zhao Yuguang's attitude was surprisingly good, as if he was just an ordinary citizen.

It was like he was friends with everyone in the prefectural government office who was present.

He does not have the airs of an old marquis, a great general, the emperor's father-in-law, or a pillar of the court at all.

But it was Zhao Yuguang's approachable attitude that made Fu Bisheng feel a little uncomfortable.

They are all old foxes in the officialdom!
Although Fu Bisheng's official position, status and power were not as high as Zhao Yuguang's.

But after all, he is the chief official of a local area.

I have a good idea of ​​some of the practices in official circles.

Plus Zhao Yugang's previous actions in Xuzhou City...

Whether Zhao Yugang was just putting on a show or had some other agenda...

Judging from Zhao Yuguang's approachable attitude, what he wants is probably not small.

And with Zhao Yuguang's status and position!

It's no small matter to him...

For a lifetime, it is a huge event.

"This humble official is Fu Bisheng!

Old Marquis, let me introduce you. This is Liu Zhengyi, the co-magistrate of Xuzhou Prefecture and the chief constable of the Patrol Office, and this is..."

Fu Bisheng forced himself to suppress his worries, took over the conversation, and introduced the important figures of the Xuzhou prefectural government to Zhao Yuguang.

Zhao Yuguang greeted them one by one politely.

Everyone in the Xuzhou prefectural government was flattered.

They all responded politely.

At the same time, he felt more respect and recognition for Zhao Yuguang.

"Old Marquis Zhao is worthy of being the pillar of our dynasty and the master of the age!"

Many people in the Xuzhou prefectural government secretly praised Zhao Yuguang in their hearts.

This was not the first time that the Xuzhou prefectural government received a visit from a superior.

But Zhao Yuguang was the first one to be so polite and courteous!

Moreover, Zhao Yuguang had the highest status among all the superiors who visited the Xuzhou prefectural government office.

The highest status, yet the most polite and courteous.

How could such a superior not make the people in the Xuzhou prefectural government feel good about him?

Those who can work in the Xuzhou prefectural government are those who are doing relatively well in the city of Xuzhou.

For them, food and clothing are no longer a worry.

What they pursue and need is precisely spiritual satisfaction.

Two words: face!

Zhao Yugang gave them face.

They will be satisfied!
Will respect and recognize Zhao Yugang!

But in fact, except for Liu Zhengyi, Zhao Yuguang seemed polite to the others, but in fact he didn't listen carefully at all, let alone remember.

The difference in status is too great!
To Zhao Yuguang, these people were just passers-by and audiences and mouthpieces watching his next performance!
As for, I have an impression of Liu Zhengyi!

Who made Liu Zhengyi the only top-notch expert in the Xuzhou prefectural government?

Zhao Yugang rose to prominence through military exploits and also became a master of martial arts.

Naturally, he paid more attention to and had a stronger impression of the warrior. In fact, Zhao Yugang's impression of Liu Zhengyi was limited to that impression.

Although Liu Zhengyi is one of the best in the world, he is still not good enough in front of the master.

The reason why he was able to leave an impression on Zhao Yuguang and make Zhao Yuguang remember him was also because there were no other first-class warriors in the Xuzhou prefectural government office.

To use Zhu Chengwu's words from his previous life, it was all thanks to the support of his peers.

However, Zhao Yugang's politeness to other people in the prefectural government made Fu Bisheng feel more and more uneasy.

Even Liu Zhengyi noticed something was wrong!

In this world, the principles of seniority and respect for the young are deeply rooted in people’s minds.

Zhao Yugang has such a high status, but now he is acting like this...

However, it is none of your business.

Different from Fu Bisheng, whose mood is becoming increasingly heavy.

Liu Zhengyi was calm and stood aside, saying nothing and doing nothing.

Watching Zhao Yugang's performance silently.

He watched Fu Bisheng silently with an increasingly solemn expression.

At the same time, Liu Zhengyi was still in the mood to observe the guards of the Marquis' Mansion who came with Zhao Yugang, as well as the Magistrate of Yuanwu County in Wulong, and of course, his former colleague, the Commander of the Xuzhou Prefecture Garrison Guard - Huang Jun...

When he saw Huang Jun's twisted limbs and his open mouth without a sound, Liu Zhengyi's eyes changed for the first time.

That's not sympathy!
Not even hatred!
But the rabbit dies and the fox mourns!

As both of them are top-notch fighters of the time, Liu Zhengyi is aware of Huang Jun's strength.

Huang Jun's strength is by no means inferior to Liu Zhengyi's.

In private competitions, Liu Zhengyi lost more than he won!

However, now this once high-spirited commander of the garrison had his jaw and limbs removed.

You can't live but you can't die!

How could Liu Zhengyi not feel grief-stricken?

Just when Liu Zhengyi was mourning the death of his rabbit, Fu Bisheng finally finished introducing the "important" people among the people present.

Of course, this "important" is important in Fu Bisheng's eyes.

In Zhao Yuguang's eyes, no one is important, including Fu Bisheng.

They are just a group of spectators and mouthpieces.

"My Lord, you have come from afar.

I have prepared some wine, please..."

Fu Bisheng politely invited Zhao Yuguang.

“Hey~~
Fu Zhifu!
No need for wine!
I came here this time for serious business!"

Zhao Yugang interrupted Fu Bisheng's invitation to drink.

If he wanted to drink, with Zhao Yuguang's status, there was nothing he couldn't drink.
Still need to pay for a lifetime invitation?
"Old Marquis, I wonder why you are here this time?"

Fu Bisheng pretended to be stupid and looked at Zhao Yuguang cautiously.

"Prefect Fu, I'm sure you know this too!
My grandson, the legitimate son of King Ming and a marquis of the imperial court, was nearly assassinated to death in broad daylight at the gate of Xuzhou city!

How heartbroken the murderer is!

How rampant! "

Zhao Yuguang's tone was excited.

"This is because I, the prefect of Xuzhou, did not do my job well!
This caused Lord Fu'an to be frightened and seriously injured!
Fu is willing to write a letter to the court to request punishment!
But, not bad!
I heard that the old marquis has found the murderer and arrested him!"

Fu Bisheng is very smart and knows to admit his mistake first!
I asked for punishment myself!
Zhao Yuguang, with such a high status and position, you would not have the nerve to keep harping on this point, right?
This is the hidden meaning in Fu Bisheng’s words!

First of all, after admitting his mistake, he would not let it go even if Zhao Yugang reported the matter to the court!

Fu Bisheng admitted his mistake in time, and although Marquis Fu'an was seriously injured, he was not dead. The person who assassinated Marquis Fu'an had been captured, and Lord You made great efforts to protect him.

Fu Bisheng believes that he will not be punished too severely.

Most of the officials in the court would probably laugh at Zhao Yuguang for not being able to control his own students.

And maybe Fu Bisheng can take this opportunity to escape from the vortex of Xuzhou Prefecture!

The Ming King is old.

The current crown prince is not born to the current queen.

Marquis Fu'an is the eldest son of the current queen!

Behind Queen Zhao is the powerful Zhao family.

In addition, Fu Bisheng came to Xuzhou Prefecture to monitor Marquis Fu'an.

The previous Marquis of Xuzhou, who was granted the title of Xuzhou Prefecture, finally chose to rebel.

Taking all these factors into consideration, Fu Bisheng really wanted to escape from the vortex of Xuzhou Prefecture.

Don’t underestimate the fact that Fu Bisheng was the candidate selected by the central court with great difficulty.

But if possible, Fu Bisheng actually didn't want to come to Xuzhou Prefecture to take up the post.

No matter how great your ideals and ambitions are in your life, and how much you want to govern the country and ensure its security, you must first survive.

This is not selfish!
It's human instinct!

"Does Magistrate Fu really think that Huang Jun, this ungrateful bastard, has the guts to assassinate Wu Ge'er?
And with this ungrateful person's strength, could he have almost succeeded in assassinating Wu Ge'er?"

Zhao Yuguang pointed at Huang Jun who was being escorted by the guards of the Marquis' Mansion, and looked at Fu Bisheng with a strange look in his eyes and asked.

Zhao Yuguang's words were full of disdain for Huang Jun.

"Old Marquis, let's go inside the mansion first!"

Fu Bisheng saw that Zhao Yugang was trying to steer the conversation towards the Wudang Sect, and immediately persuaded Zhao Yugang to enter the prefectural government office.

I'll tell you more after I get in.

Fu Bisheng discovered it just as he was walking out of the prefectural government office!
There were many people, crowds, and spies around...

Fu Bisheng didn't want Zhao Yuguang to mention the name of Wudang Sect here!
After all, if we follow Fu Bisheng's worst guess...

Zhao Yuguang is a conspirator with a deep mind.

If Zhao Yuguang really confirmed in front of so many people that the assassination of Marquis Fu'an was related to the Wudang Sect!

The royal Zhu family and the Wudang sect, even for the sake of "face", would...

By then, the consequences will be disastrous!
“There’s nothing to hide!
As the saying goes, all the affairs of the world are under the jurisdiction of the people of the world!
This time, the assassination of my grandson is a good opportunity for people all over the world to judge the matter.

Let Prefect Fu understand and make a decision!"

However, Zhao Yuguang did not agree to Fu Bisheng's request to enter the prefectural government office for a detailed discussion.

"Sure enough, Zhao Yugang's purpose is..."

Zhao Yuguang's words made Fu Bisheng sigh in his heart as if it was expected.

Afterwards, Zhao Yuguang repeated the reasons he had given to Wu Longyuan in the Xuzhou County Government.

"rational!"

"That's right! How is it possible that just when the Wudang Sect's top disciple was defeated by Marquis Fu'an, someone who has practiced Wudang Kung Fu would come to assassinate Marquis Fu'an..."

"And I heard that Huang Jun was able to become the commander of the guard because of his connections with the Zhao family. There are only a few families that can make Huang Jun betray the prosperous Zhao family..."

...

Many people around began to talk about it.

Most of the common people and spectators gathered around now were attracted by Zhao Yugang, the guards of the Marquis' Mansion, Wu Longyuan, Huang Jun and others when they were parading in the streets!

They were not watching at the Xuzhou County Government Office!

After listening carefully, I think what Zhao Yuguang said makes sense.

They naturally agreed.

If it wasn't for the reasons and evidence, how could Zhao Yugang convince Wu Longyuan and let him write the memorial even if he used rhetoric and verbal hints!
You should know that rhetoric and verbal hints are just inducements.

Instead of controlling other people's thoughts!

Being influenced means that one at least somewhat agrees with what Zhao Yuguang said.

No one paid any attention to Huang Jun, the former commander of the garrison, who began to struggle violently again because of Zhao Yuguang's words.

After all, this violent struggle was only in Huang Jun's own perception.

After his limbs and jaw were removed and his internal strength was dispersed, Huang Jun's "violent struggle" actually didn't make much of a difference.

It's easy to be overlooked.

Nowadays, not many people pay attention to Huang Jun, who was once a big figure in Xuzhou Prefecture.

Except for Liu Zhengyi who has been paying attention to Huang Jun.

But Liu Zhengyi, who noticed Huang Jun's "violent struggle", said nothing in the end.

Because Liu Zhengyi didn't want to interfere in the plans of Zhao Yuguang, the top figure.

　More rain!
　　
　
(End of this chapter)