Royal Gold Medal County Magistrate

In front of the Marquis's mansion, a group of people were cursing loudly at the gates.

The speaker's voice grew louder and louder, and the criticism became more and more intense.

However, in general, it was just those few sentences repeated over and over.

Something about Fang Zheng's apology, restoring the old system, respecting ancestral laws and the national system, abolishing science, abolishing science doctorates, and so on.

Fang Zheng stood not far away, holding Fang Chenyu, watching this group of people firing shots at the empty Marquis's mansion.

He didn't know whether to laugh or cry.

Fang Chenyu tilted his head, looked at Fang Zheng, and asked, "Dad, why are so many people targeting you?"

Fang Zheng stared at the Marquis's mansion and said, "Because of conflicting ideas. Did you hear what they were saying?"

"They said they want to maintain the ancestral system and abolish science, but we also learn science in class. What's wrong with science?"

"It's a field of knowledge, a method, that has nothing to do with right or wrong," Fang Zheng patiently explained, then asked, "Do you think what they're saying is right?"

"No, ancestors are people, and I am also a person. Ancestors can change, and of course I can change. Since people are changing, it seems like everything can change," Fang Chenyu said, thinking.

"That's right, everything can change. Then what kind of person do you think would ignore reality, not use logic, and even use any means to maintain ancestors or something else?"

Fang Chenyu fell into deep thought, and after a long time, hesitantly said, "It seems like only slaves maintain their masters like that..."

Fang Zheng smiled with relief: "That's right, only slaves will maintain their masters without asking why or having any principles. They are slaves of thought, so they only want to defeat the opposition without any consideration. When you grow up, you must not be like them. You must work hard to study and accumulate a foundation, and then carefully observe, use your brain to think, and cautiously draw your own conclusions, even trying to refute your own old viewpoints countless times in your mind, so that you don't become mediocre."

"Look at them carefully, and remember to always stay rational, otherwise you will be used by people with ulterior motives."

Fang Chenyu said, "I remember, Dad, but they're cursing you. Aren't you angry?"

Fang Zheng sneered: "Angry? Anger will make you lose your wisdom. Everything Dad has done has been right from beginning to end. They are going against the tide of history. Dad has nothing to fear from people's opinions!"

Fang Chenyu asked in confusion, "What is the tide of history?"

"All the strongest people in ancient and modern times will ask themselves a question when they are at their peak: what exactly is the tide of history? But in the end, only a few people can live to see the answer, but this question does not exist for Dad."

Fang Chenyu raised his head again, his eyes full of questions.

Fang Zheng smiled mysteriously: "I am the tide!"

Fang Chenyu shook his head, indicating that he didn't understand, but he understood one thing.

His dad was always right.

"Dad, then quickly find someone to beat them away. Can you let them keep cursing and making trouble?"

Fang Zheng patiently persuaded: "Violence should not be used lightly, it is a last resort. The conflict between them and Dad is not an actual conflict of interest, but a conflict of ideas. They are not heinous villains, so the most important thing to deal with them is to learn to reason. You must learn to reason patiently with people in the future, and even listen to the words of the enemy. If the other party doesn't reason, then think of other ways."

"Don't start fighting and killing at every turn. That's not good. You've seen enough today, go back to sleep early, you have to go to school tomorrow."

After Fang Zheng finished speaking, he casually arranged for a Jinyiwei guard to escort Fang Chenyu home.

As soon as Fang Chenyu left, another Jinyiwei approached him and whispered, "My lord, the palace urgently summons you."

Fang Zheng said indifferently, "Have the ringleaders been found out?"

The Jinyiwei said, "Not yet, but there are a few people who are very good at inciting others. We have already taken note of them. We should have results in a day or two, but what should we do with these people now?"

What to do?

A trace of coldness flashed in Fang Zheng's eyes: "Bring a group of people, beat everyone they see. As long as they don't injure the bones or internal organs, beat them to death for me!"

"If the tiger doesn't show its power, they really think I'm a sick cat! They dare to run wild on my territory. They don't even know how to pick a soft persimmon to pinch!"

The Jinyiwei was shocked: "Ah? These are all scholars from all over the country who have come to the capital to take the imperial examination. Wouldn't it intensify the conflict if we use force? This would damage your reputation, my lord..."

Fang Zheng glanced at him sideways: "Use your brain, let the people below change their clothes and disguise themselves as hooligans to do it. Hmm... just say it was Sun Xiaochuan who did it, and then use Sun Xiaochuan's name to do some hooligan things in the capital for two days, and then publish it in the newspaper, and no one will associate it with us."

"The next day, see who is jumping the most fiercely among these people, then that person is the leader. Investigate it thoroughly and report it back to me."

"I'm going to the palace. Watch out when you hit people later, and don't hurt the fundamentals."

"Yes! This subordinate will go and do it!"

.......

The scholars were still excited and continued their protests.

Zhou Maoxue, however, was surrounded by many people, talking in detail in private.

Obviously, with Zhou Maoxue's eloquence and the demeanor revealed by his background, he had won over many scholars.

After his public speech, Zhou Maoxue was also gradually getting better and better, skillfully winning over the crowd.

They were chatting enthusiastically when a group of people appeared at the street corner not far away, carrying wine jars drunkenly and came to the outside of the Jianye Marquis's Mansion.

The originally lively crowd immediately quieted down and cautiously stared at these uninvited guests.

Seeing another opportunity to perform, Zhou Maocai stepped out from the crowd and said loudly: "What are you all doing here?"

The leading drunk didn't even look at him and shouted: "I was drinking on another street, you sissy's are so loud, shouting at your mother! You're disturbing my drinking, shut up!"

So it was a group of vulgar hooligans!

A group of scholars immediately became agitated and denounced them one after another.

"How can you talk like that!"

"Do you know what our status is?"

"Leave this place quickly, don't say we didn't warn you!"

Zhou Maoxue's brows gradually furrowed, feeling that something was wrong: "Today, those present are all scholars from all over the Dajing who have come to the capital to take the imperial examination. I advise everyone to keep their mouths clean and do what they should do. Everyone goes their own way, so as not to cause trouble."

The drunk chuckled: "Grass! You sissies are putting on airs? Who dares to curse again!"

"What if I curse you! Your mother gave birth to..."

"Grass! Brothers, hit them!"

The leading drunk gave an order, and the people behind him rushed into the crowd with wine jars in their hands.

The swiftness of their actions caused the weak scholars present to be knocked over.

The scene fell into great chaos, and screams rang out. Zhou Maoxue's hair stood on end, and he immediately realized something, screaming: "Everyone! Fang Zheng secretly found people to retaliate against us! Don't be afraid, there are many of us, everyone fight back! As long as we are united..."

Before he could finish speaking, the leading drunk had already grabbed his collar, and with the other hand, he smashed the wine jar towards his face.

This blow made him see stars.

Then, the drunk grinned with alcohol on his breath: "What the hell are you talking about? If you meet me on the street in the future, remember to be careful, your grandpa is called Sun Xiaochuan!"

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