Be a master through ancient times

"Lord Qi, there have always been two professors in Southern Fujian Province, and when we encounter important matters, they are also jointly adjudicated by the two professors. Now, although Master Du is at home, he has political affairs in mind. The lower officials kept it temporarily, and also told me not to make up my own mind when things happen, but to discuss with you, Mr. Qi. The lower officials saw that Mr. Qi seemed to have something to do here, so they didn't invite themselves. Please forgive me .”

Meng Fan seems to be respectful but actually has a needle in his mouth, insinuating that Qi Luzhi did not follow the rules, and Qi Luzhi's eyes became more and more unfriendly when he was blocked by his phone call.

"This is a matter under the jurisdiction of the official, so don't worry about Mr. Laodu and you."

"Master Qi's words are wrong. I am grateful for your understanding of my ministers. But in the past, when Master Du was in the yamen, he had to share his worries. How dare we hide and turn a blind eye?" the old god Meng Fan said. Standing on the ground at the door, there is no sign of leaving.

"Since you are determined to stay, then come in!" Qi Luzhi felt that they had no choice but to let them in.

"Thank you sir." Meng Fan entered Qi Luzhi's study together with other officials, and after sitting down, Meng Fan said: "Just now I heard Sir calling someone in outside the door, I don't know what Sir wants to do?"

Qi Lu said straightly: "This person does not obey the rules and abuses his private power. After verification by the official, he was found to be true, so he wanted to send someone to guard him first, and he will be released after the investigation is clear."

Meng Fan looked puzzled: "I wonder if my lord can tell me how he broke the rules and abused his private power, and how did your lord verify it? Where are the witnesses in this case, and where is the sufferer?"

Qi Luzhi was a little speechless by his serial questions, so he had to pick out a part of the previous conversation with Chu Ci.

After Meng Fan heard this, he pretended to whisper a few words with other adults, and then said seriously: "My lord, officials should avoid partial listening and partial belief. As the person who has been reported, Mr. Chu, we should also listen to what he is doing. I said it. I don’t know how the adults would like it?”

Qi Lu straightened his face: "If the official doesn't let you ask, won't you also become a partial listener and partial believer, just ask."

Meng Fan nodded with a smile, and turned his gaze to Chu Ci: "Master Chu, did you hear what Master Qi said just now? I wonder what you want to say?"

"Forgive me for not agreeing with what Master Qi said." Chu Ci said, and then said again what he had said against Qi Luzhi before, and re-polished it to make his defense sound more reasonable.

Several adults nodded in agreement after hearing this, and after they whispered for a while, Meng Fan stood up and spoke: "Lord Qi, after discussing with the officials and others, I feel that Master Chu is really innocent. The original intention was for the students of Zhangzhou Prefecture. Moreover, in this county examination, Zhangzhou Prefecture did a good job in every aspect, and the people we sent to monitor were full of praise when they came back. After the merits and demerits are balanced, the officials think that Master Chu should not be punished."

Qi Lu straightened up and stood up: "You mean, I made a wrong judgment? What if I still think that Chu Ci is wrong and wants to punish him? How about you?"

"Master Qi, you are studying in one province. Your words here are like the golden rule, and others should abide by them. However, our Southern Fujian Province is different from other provinces. Besides you, there is also Master Du. The next official is temporarily in charge of the official seal. , on behalf of Mr. Du. You should be clear that if the two of you cannot reach a consensus, you will have to go up and ask the capital to make a decision. The lower official thinks that when things get too big and can’t be ended, it’s better for both parties Take a step back and make peace with others, so what do you think?" Meng Fan said, compared to Qi Lu's always stern face, he looked more amiable with a smile on his face.

Qi Luzhi felt a little apprehensive. In the past, when old man Du was around, Meng Fan would only follow orders. He thought he was just a loyal dog.Who knew that old man Du would turn into a wolf as soon as he was a dog, opening his mouth full of sharp teeth and howling to bite people.

His face changed, and the smile returned to his face: "Of course, this matter is a matter of Southern Fujian Province, so why should the adults in the capital worry about it? What you just said is reasonable, so let's forget about it." !"

Meng Fan laughed and said, "My lord can distinguish right from wrong, and handle it impartially. It's really a blessing for the people of our Southern Fujian province!"

"Hmph, see off!"

Following Qi Luzhi's sound of seeing off the guests, Chu Ci and Meng Fan walked out of the study room together, and when there was no one around, they looked at each other with knowing smiles on their faces.

"Thank you, Uncle Meng, for helping me deal with it a little bit, otherwise I might not be able to get out of here today."

Meng Fan stepped forward to help Chu Ci, who was about to bow down, and said, "Nephew, why be so polite, you and Jinyang are brothers and sisters, so you are just like our nephew. How can you be grateful if you are a nephew?"

Chu Ci smiled gratefully, but he couldn't help but remember the other party's kindness.In the future, if the Fang family has something to do, he will definitely help.

Chu Ci stayed in Meng Fan's office and chatted with him all afternoon, and after the yamen bell rang, Chu Ci invited Meng Fan to dinner with him, thinking that he would treat him well.

Unexpectedly, Meng Fan said: "Before I told Madam about your arrival, Madam ordered me to take you back to the mansion. I dare not disobey her order, please don't make things difficult for me, nephew. "

Chu Ci couldn't stop laughing at his inner fear, so he had no choice but to agree.

Aunt Fang's family went home to congratulate Fang Jinyang when she passed the scholar examination, so she was naturally very curious about Chu Ci who was invited to sit in front of the master's table.After asking her sister-in-law, she was full of affection for Chu Ci, and wanted to thank him personally, but when she went, Chu Ci had already left, so she could only return with regret.

Now that her wish was fulfilled today, she became very enthusiastic about Chu Ci, even Mr. Meng was a bit appreciative of it.He thought to himself, that is to say, the Fang family does not have a woman of marriageable age now, otherwise they would definitely not be able to escape a marriage proposal.

After the meal, a group of people sat and chatted together.After Chuci settled his own affairs, he remembered what he saw on the flower boat again, so he spoke about it.

Meng Fan's face changed, and he asked: "Nephew, did you really hear the Japanese talking on the flower boat and killing someone?"

Chu Ci nodded and said: "It's absolutely true. I still remember that he seemed to be angry because his subordinates didn't make a plan. I'm afraid they have evil intentions."

"My Great Wei and the Japanese people do not interfere with well water, and there has been no trouble in a hundred years. I still remember that when the new emperor came to the throne, the Japanese sent people to send congratulatory gifts. Governor, because of my proficiency in Japanese, I was honored to accompany you at the banquet, and the guests and hosts had a great time during the banquet, and there was no entanglement." Meng Fan sighed, and only hoped that the situation would not develop into a bad place.

After listening to Chu Ci, he felt awe in his heart. No wonder Mr. Meng could become Du Tixue's right-hand man, equivalent to the deputy director of the Modern Education Department.He can even speak Japanese, which is quite remarkable in this day and age!

"Uncle Meng, have you ever heard that villages along the coast of Southern Fujian were robbed?" Chu Ci suddenly remembered this incident.

Meng Fan nodded: "I have heard that the people of the navy have not caught anyone yet, and the admiral of the navy, Mr. Fan, has eaten melons in front of the marshal."

"Then think about it, is it possible that those Japanese people did this?"