"Hey. I say. What are you doing here? Xu Jie's voice came. The words make people know that he is angry. But there was still a great deal of incomprehension in the anger. "Zhang Fan, that kid actually dared to send someone to tie me up again. And this time they actually tied up my whole family. Even if something big happens. Can't talk well. Here's what to do. To know. Although the old man is now resigned, he is at home. But he is also a person who has been the head of the cabinet. How can you be so rude. ”

Xu Jie's words, Zhang Fan heard them from afar. It seems that this Xu Jie's age is not young. But it's still full of energy. But Zhang Fan still couldn't help but smile bitterly. This Xu step is getting more and more uncontrollable. Since the last time. Zhang Fan told him what was in his heart. and using the method of mobilizing the common people that Xu Jie, Xu Jie, had never seen before, to help him solve the matter of hiring farmers in the fields under his family's name. After temporarily exempting the high arch from threatening him. This Xu Jie's is a bit like a different person.

The former Xu Jie. Whether it's when you're still the head of the cabinet. Or after resigning and returning home. always adheres to his own scheming appearance. In addition to smiling in front of his own grandson. To bring anyone. Including his two biological sons, they all have a straight face. Very taciturn. It could be said that he was used to doing this. It can't be changed for a while; Or maybe there is something in his heart that he can't let go.

And now. Xu Jie, however, suddenly seemed to let go of everything. I used to think that he had always been a very serious family member with few smiles. Found him recently suddenly. There are more moments with a smile on his face. And the object is not just Xu Jie's own grandson. It's anyone. Family, even family members.

In the beginning. Xu Jie's family was very unaccustomed to this change in him. Although they also don't like Xu Jie's expression of always having a straight face. But anyway. They have been watching Xu Jie's appearance for decades. I'm used to it. But Xu Jie's change like this. And it became so fast. It became so thorough. That's what caught them off guard. But such a month down. And they all found out. This kind of Xu Jiejie is really good. It's much better than the original Xu Jie.

Zhang Fan also knew about this matter. But he knew it in his heart. He knew why Xu Jie's had changed so completely in such a short period of time. It's actually a change of mood. Only a change in people's mood can make the change so complete. But it comes down to it. It's because Xu Jie was able to let go of all the worries in his heart.

In the past, Xu Jie, regardless of whether he was in the court. Or resign and return home. He always had something in his heart. Maybe it's thinking about the world's events. Maybe I'm thinking about calculating someone. No one could have guessed. If Zhang Fan hadn't experienced the previous things about Xu Jie. He didn't know either. But nowadays. Zhang Fan understands very well.

Two things happened before. One is naturally because of the high arch back to the center. Back in power. But they still want revenge. refused to let go of Xu Jie. Thus there was a series of events that followed. But Zhang Fan didn't think that the high arch was the reason why Xu Jie would keep a straight face all day long. Who is Xu Jie? Back then, in order to defeat Yan Song. He can be described as enduring humiliation. Forbearance for many years. Even his own granddaughter married Yan Song's son Yan Shifan. In order to make Yan Song relax his vigilance against him. Ultimately. Xu Jie finally drove Yan Song off the stage of power. Thrown into prison. I've experienced all kinds of winds and waves. Zhang Fan didn't believe that Xu Jie would keep a straight face all day long for such a person as Gao Gong.

Then there is only one thing left to do. That is naturally related to Zhang Juzheng and Zhang Fan. Xu Jie is Zhang Juzheng's teacher. is also Zhang Juzheng's leader in the officialdom. Even Zhang Juzheng entered the cabinet. also relied on Xu Jie's recommendation. If Zhang Juzheng had any ideas, he would naturally be the first to discuss with Xu Jie. And Zhang Juzheng thought about the reform of the law. The first person to discuss was also Xu Jie. But Xu Jie did not agree with Zhang Juzheng's idea. It's just that it's because of the relationship between teachers and students. There was no gap between him and Zhang Juzheng.

But later. Zhang Fan appeared. And Zhang Fan also very much agreed with Zhang Juzheng's reform of the law. This made Xu Jie very annoyed. Although Zhang Fan is a disciple of Zhang Juzheng. But Xu Jie didn't care so much anymore. He can't cure Zhang Juzheng. can't cure a fledgling person like Zhang Fan. So. Later, there were a series of obstruction incidents by Xu Jie against Zhang Fan.

Zhang Fan felt that the reason why Xu Jie would target him so much was because of him. As for Zhang Juzheng, Xu Jie could not explain his opposition. And it's easier to say about him. After all, there is no relationship between the two. This. Zhang Fan's guess is indeed good. But there was one thing he guessed wrong.

At first, he thought that Xu Jie would do everything possible to dissuade Zhang Juzheng. even made moves to hinder his career. The reason is because Xu Jie is too stubborn. I only know how to cling to the old things. I don't care at all about the benefits of reform and reform. That's what he does. But a month ago. Zhang Fan and Xu Jie talked a lot. Xu Jie didn't say it explicitly. But Zhang Fan can also understand his intentions.

It turned out that Xu Jie's doing this was not because he was too conservative. It's because he wants to protect Zhang Juzheng, his proud disciple. This reason may sound a little confusing at first glance. Since Xu Jie is for Zhang Juzheng's sake. But why thwart his ambition to reform and change the law? In fact, the truth is also very simple.

Let's take a look at the old history. Since ancient times, which of the pioneers of reform and reform has achieved a good end. The Shang Dynasty Reform Law of the Eastern Zhou Dynasty and the Warring States Period. Qin Xiaogong is a strong supporter. Make the weak Qin state strong. For it to be able to defeat the Six Nations in the future. Together with the world has laid a solid foundation. But what about Shang Ying. After the death of Qin Xiaogong. There is no strong backing. The nobles who suffered the loss of profits due to Shang Ying's changes began to frame Shang Ying. And King Qin Huiwen is also suspicious of Shang Ying. Finally, he was given the punishment of splitting the car. ended up with five horses and corpses.

Looking at Wang Anshi of the Northern Song Dynasty. It was the time of the prime minister. Vigorously promote the reform of the law. Make the country rich and the people strong. But what happened. But it is also because the change of the law has touched the interests of too many people. The obstruction above officialdom is huge. Although he was reinstated after the resignation. But no one was willing to support him anymore. Got disheartened. Leave officialdom gloomily.

And now. Xu Jie's most proud and optimistic disciple, Zhang Juzheng, actually told him that he also wanted to do something about changing the law. How could he not have stopped it.

Zhang Fan, who understood this truth. I have a new view on Xu Jie. Although Xu Jie's reason for doing this is a bit too selfish. Too disregard for the country's interests. But Xu Jie is not the reincarnation of a sage. It is completely desperate to serve the country and the people. Such people are simply not found now. Even if there is a great national righteousness in their hearts. In this era, you always have to think about your own way out. There's nothing strange about that. There's nothing to say. After all, it's all 50 steps and 100 steps.

Therefore. Xu Jie's eyes in Zhang Fan's eyes now. Not only did he not become stubborn and selfish. On the contrary, he is much more amiable.

"Elder Ge. The rest of the month is gone. Don't come unharmed. Zhang Fan saw his subordinates lure Xu Jie in. He smiled and stepped forward to salute.

"Hmph. Don't come unharmed. The old man was really doing well before. But I don't know what kind of nerves you kid has. This time, the old man's whole family was tied up. After Xu Jie saw Zhang Fan, he completely looked like he was teaching juniors. And it's a lesson, the kind that has grown up to be sensible. But it's still a junior who made a mistake. "Say it. What the hell happened this time? ”

Zhang Fan listened to Xu Jie's words. I was really embarrassed in my heart. Xu Jie's word "tie" is used too ruthlessly. When Zhang Fan sent someone to get Xu Jie's entire family this time. Be polite when you say it. You can't be rude. But it is also necessary to get Xu Jie's whole family over. He trusted that his men would not disobey his orders. Doing something excessive to Xu Jie or his family. That's it. Xu Jie would definitely say it in front of Zhang Fan. And now Xu Jie is just complaining. It can be seen that he is just a little dissatisfied with Zhang Fan's actions. It's not that something unpleasant happened.

"Elder Ge. Please sit down. Let off steam. Zhang Fan didn't explain immediately. Instead, he respectfully invited Xu Jie to sit down. "I'm going to get someone to serve tea. It can also relieve the heart of the old man in the middle of summer. ”

"You don't have to come with me. The old man has been in officialdom for so many years. These polite methods are numb. I'll eat you this set. Xu Jie looked at Zhang Fan with disdain. Said angrily. "Hurry up. There is something to talk about. Why did you bring the old man to this Yangzhou city again? I have to bring the old man's whole family. What the hell is going on. Could it be that Jin Yiwei is now looking for trouble with the old man. Or maybe it's going to cut off the old man's whole family. ”

Xu Jie's words made Zhang Fan even more embarrassed. He didn't expect it. Xu Jie, who thought about it in his heart, would actually do this. Now he really dares to say anything.

"Elder Ge, you misunderstood." Zhang Fan hurriedly explained. "The elder has been honest and honest all his life. Back then, it was Yan Song's siege that fell. Now he is even more proud to return to his hometown. I don't have anything to do with that power field anymore. As a junior, how could I have any trouble finding the elder of the pavilion. ”

listened to Zhang Fan's words. Xu Jie stared at Zhang Fan expressionlessly for a long time. Then he said with a slight mockery: "I guess not." Otherwise, your men would have really 'tied' my family. But I don't think it's a big deal. After all, even my family got it this time. Go ahead. What the hell is going on. actually made you so excited. ”

Zhang Fan didn't show any embarrassment because of Xu Jie's ridicule. Instead, he pretended to smile and said, "Isn't it too hot?" Besides, the elder of the pavilion is also old. I, as a junior, naturally care about the elders. I want to invite the old family to live in the capital for some time. It's a summer escape. ”

Xu Jie listened to Zhang Fan's words. stared at Zhang Fan for a long time with a fierce look. He said, "You can't think of me as a three-year-old child. When the old man experienced strong winds and waves. You don't know where it is. With such a clumsy reason. The old man is really old. Is it old and confused? Summer. The old man has lived in the capital for so many years. What summer looks like there. The old man knows better than you do. Don't be so perfunctory. Be quick and tell the truth. What the hell is going on. ”

Really. This lie is not too low. There is absolutely no way to deceive people like Xu Jie. Zhang Fan didn't think that this would be able to convince Xu Jie. He just wanted to use this reason to lower Xu Jie's defensive heart.

"Elder Ge is really shrewd." Zhang Fan complimented Xu Jie. Said. "Actually, that's true. The junior received a letter from the teacher from the capital the day before yesterday. I want Ge Lao to go to the capital to live for a while. Teacher, he has something to discuss with the elder of the pavilion. But he was afraid that the elder would care about his family. So I simply planned to let the old man and his family go to the capital. ”

"Oh. Is it. Xu Jie asked. Then he stretched out his hand to Zhang Fan and said. "Bring it."

"Bring it. What to take. Zhang Fan asked a little uncertainly.

"Juzheng's Letters." Xu Jie looked like a matter of course.

"This ......" Zhang Fan looked at Xu Jie's momentum. I was also anxious in my heart. Where will he have Zhang Juzheng's letters. Zhang Juzheng didn't know about this at all. He was sure that Zhang Juzheng knew about the big things that were going to happen here. will inevitably send a letter to persuade Xu Jie's family to take refuge in the capital. But in such a short period of time. Let Zhang Fan inform Zhang Juzheng. It takes three or five days to get back and forth from here to the capital at the earliest. And now it's imminent.

Xu Jie was not ambiguous at all. Seeing that Zhang Fan squeaked and couldn't take out the letter. Snorted coldly. He stood up and walked out the door.

"Where is this going?" Zhang Fan hurriedly stopped Xu Jie.

"Where to go." Xu Jie raised his voice and asked rhetorically. "Naturally, the old man wants to go home. Since you are insincere. He refused to tell the old man what had happened. What is the old man still doing here? ”

"Ge Lao, please stay." Zhang Fan hurriedly said. Zhang Fan...... I would like to tell you the truth. ”

Xu Jie heard Zhang Fan say this. Then he turned around and walked back. Sit back in your chair. He actually understands it very well in his heart. Zhang Fan spent so much effort. Got his whole family. It can be seen that the matter is indeed not small.

Zhang Fan saw that Xu Jieyi was willing to listen to himself. I'm about to talk about what I'm worried about. At the door, Wang Meng suddenly walked in. After greeting Xu Jie, he hugged his fists. came to Zhang Fan's side. It whispered in his ear.

Xu Jie, during this period. has been staring at Zhang Fan's face. That's definitely the look on the face of something bad about to happen. Zhang Fan listened to Wang Meng's words. His face became more and more serious.

Wait until Wang Meng leaves. Zhang Fan's face turned pale. But with great concern. Xu Jie couldn't help but be curious. "What the hell is going on?" he asked. ”

"Elder Ge. Actually, here's the thing. Zhang Fan spoke. Will get the news these days. From Liu Shan Fu Xu. Until there was a city gatekeeper who was poisoned by poison of dubious origin. and then all the speculations of himself and his subordinates were said.

Xu Jie listened. His face also became quite serious. Wait until Zhang Fan finishes speaking for a long time. Only then did he speak, "But these things. It's just your guess now. There is no real evidence. ”

Zhang Fan listened to Xu Jie's words. Said with a wry smile. "Before, it wasn't. But now there is. ”

"What to say." Xu Jie hurriedly asked.

"A few days ago. The junior asked his subordinates to be stationed in several surrounding states and counties. Let's see if there will be any more attacks on the gatekeepers of the East Gate. At the same time, I also hope to catch someone to ask the truth. Zhang Fan said worriedly. This is now the case. The men sent to Huai'an Mansion caught such a person. Look at his outfit and the language he speaks. It is the 'turbulent wave' from Fuso. ”

The so-called "chaotic waves". It is what later generations called Japanese ninjas. This title was given by Takeda Shingen, a major prince of Japan in the late Warring States period. And it spreads widely. Until the Edo period in the fifteenth century. The Shogunate, established by Shogun Tokugawa Ieyasu, unified the whole of Japan. That's why the title ninja is used.

Xu Jie has been the head of the cabinet for so many years. Naturally, I have been exposed to many secrets. Know what it means for the appearance of "turbulent waves". They are people who exist specifically for assassination. Their dispatch also means that what Zhang Fan feared is about to become a reality.

Xu Jie did not blame Zhang Fan for not informing the imperial court in advance. After decades of experience in the official career, he understands. If the news is not confirmed, report it. Especially this kind of big thing. Zhang Fan will be in great trouble.

"Your kindness old man has received it." Xu Jie said. "Just. The people don't know about it yet. Even...... There is another catastrophe again. ”

"There's no way around it." Zhang Fan also said helplessly. "Elder Ge should know. If the news is spread, it will go out. This Jiangnan place is bound to be disrupted. ”

"What are you going to do?" Xu Jie asked.

"It is inevitable to inform the imperial court. But it is estimated that it is too late now. Zhang Fan said. But there's still a little time. I intend to mobilize the coastal defenders in this southern part of the Yangtze River. At the very least, be prepared. ”

"But what are you going to do?" Xu Jie asked. "Need to know. There was no approval from the court or the emperor. No one has the right to mobilize troops. ”

"I don't have the right to move troops. But those officers can. Zhang Fan said. The elder of the pavilion must have forgotten. I still have the Taizu Sword given by His Majesty in my hand. ”

"That's one way to do it." Xu Jie said. "You want to order those officers directly."

"Not bad. That's the only way to do it now. Zhang Fan said.

"That's it. You can't leave Gangnam. Xu Jie was also worried about Zhang Fan.

"Elder Ge. I, Zhang Fan, am not a saint. I want to save all living beings in the world. Zhang Fan said. But I, Zhang Fan, am not a ruthless person. As long as I can do it. I still hope to save more people. ”