Chapter 565 The disciple of Guiguzi challenges the disciple of Caolu!

The palace's gifts flowed into Shen Yuantang's courtyard like water, and the mother of the child who had fallen into the water also came to visit Shen Yuantang with precious medicines and generous gifts.

"Yuantang, thank you for saving the child!" Hu Jinyu trembled and her palms were sweating when she thought of how her Chengfeng looked when she was pulled out of the water.

“Sister-in-law, we are family. I am the children’s aunt. How can I, as their aunt, just stand by and watch them fall into the water? Take these gifts and medicines back for the children. I have so many gifts in this yard that they can’t be stored away.”

Hu Jinyu said with a worried expression, "Don't say that. If it weren't for you, I don't know what would have happened to Chengfeng. These gifts are nothing. You should take good care of yourself. Once you've recovered, I'll thank you properly!"

Shen Yuantang's high fever had not yet subsided, and he closed his eyes wearily.

"Yuantang is tired, let her rest. Let's leave the gifts here and come visit her again in a few days!"

"Okay, okay!"

The mother of the rescued child quickly complied and left.

After Huang Yu was dismissed from her post, she also came to visit with gifts, but the maid guarding the gate stopped her from entering, citing that Shen Yuantang was unwell and resting.

Huang Yu looked concerned, and upon returning to the courtyard, threw the gifts she had brought into the slop bucket.

The Shen family thought that Shen Lanxi would come to visit, after all, they were sisters from the same mother, but unfortunately, she did not come.

The reason, when it was soon revealed, was something the Shen family could understand.

The imperial court is fighting a war with Tianjin, and it's not just any war; it's a war fought using rapid intelligence reports.

According to today's Tianjin Express, Shen Lanxi harbored resentment towards the royal family long ago because the Shen family was exiled.

Today's imperial report states that Zhou Ruyuan is blind and misjudges people, always mistaking fish eyes for pearls.

Two days later, the Tianjin Express reported that Shen Lanxi harbored wolfish ambitions and had long plotted against the imperial court!

The imperial court immediately responded, stating that Zhou Ruyuan was a false war god, and in reality, an incompetent ruler!

Jinmen immediately responded, saying that Shen Lanxi persecuted the prince, harmed loyal officials, was a hen crowing at dawn, and that treacherous officials were in power!

The imperial court responded immediately, stating that Zhou Ruyuan had suffered repeated defeats in battle, disregarded the lives of his soldiers, and was cruel and inhumane, treating their lives as worthless.

These points will be accompanied by empirical examples.

The Dali Temple, the Ministry of Justice, the Ministry of War, the Ministry of Personnel, and the Wenyuan Pavilion jointly discussed and drafted the document. After deliberation, they decided that the content would be reviewed and approved by three prime ministers before being printed in the express newspaper.

Since the propaganda war began, the format of court sessions has changed.

Dali Temple: "Yesterday, another urgent report came from Tianjin that the traitor fabricated merits in an attempt to exonerate himself, which is utterly ridiculous."

Ministry of War: "Every battle, the casualties, supplies, number of troops involved, and how the victory was achieved are all recorded. The traitor has dared to deceive the public and smear His Majesty. His crimes are simply unforgivable!"

"Rumors are more ferocious than tigers, and suppressing public opinion is more difficult than preventing a river from overflowing. We must quickly issue a report to refute them!"

“Just write that everything the traitor said was nonsense, and then copy the documents recorded by the Ministry of War onto it.”

Wenyuange: "Copying is necessary, but this counterattack is too hesitant; it must be more incisive."

Ministry of Justice: "Write that Zhou Ruyuan shirked responsibility and colluded with foreign tribes after the matter was exposed."

"The charge of colluding with foreign tribes must be included. His command failure is also a fact. We previously thought he was a prince and protected by the late emperor, which is why he wasn't severely punished. This time, we must write down his crimes in more detail!"

Shen Lanxi was very satisfied with the way the court officials united against external threats.

Tianjin responded with a rapid report, attempting to pass on the legacy of the thatched cottage; they certainly have some skill.

Amidst the heated verbal battle, Shen Lanxi sent letter after letter to Dongchuan.

There was still no news from Jiang Wuyai, and with each passing day, Shen Lanxi's heart sank deeper.

"Your Majesty, is there still no news from Tianjin?" Liu Yan asked with concern.

Shen Lanxi: "The people we sent out have already infiltrated Tianjin. They must have been prepared."

Liu Yanhui suggested, "Why doesn't Your Majesty announce the news of Zhou Ruyuan's family being assassinated?"

She had been carefully considering it, fearing that she might do something that backfired.

"If Zhou Ruyuan's family is brought into the open, Jiang Wuyai will only be in greater danger."

Liu Yan replied, "What Your Majesty is worried about is that this successor of the thatched cottage does have some skills."

Shen Lanxi's eyes lit up, and a plan came to mind.

Two days later, the imperial edict reported that Song Daoxi, a disciple of Guiguzi, had challenged the disciple of the thatched cottage!

The breaking news instantly overshadowed the previous war of words.

The people were tired of hearing the previous war of words between the imperial court and Tianjin.

Now it's a battle of legends against legends, a clash of gods, and the people talk about it with high spirits.

Liu Yan smiled and said, "The sales of the newspaper had been declining these past few days, but after the news of the battle of the gods came out, the sales of the newspaper tripled."

Shen Lanxi, the imperial court, and the people are all waiting for Tianjin's response!

"Your Majesty, what if the successor of the thatched cottage doesn't respond?"

Shen Lanxi said confidently, "He will agree."

Liu Yanhui wondered, why was His Majesty so certain?

This is an answer that probably only Yuan Lang would give.

"Would you like to respond, sir?" Zhou Ruyuan asked.

Yuan Lang firmly replied, "Yes!"

Zhou Ruyuan: "What if it's a trap?"

Yuan Lang's eyes gleamed; no one knew that he had long wanted to challenge the disciple of Guigu.

"Won't."

"Why are you so sure, sir?"

Yuan Lang firmly believed, "Because the disciples of Guigu also want to defeat me, the disciple of the thatched cottage!"

Both Guigu and Guigu were reclusive forces that claimed to be able to change the course of the world, so he didn't believe that Guigu didn't have the desire to compete with them.

Zhou Ruyuan: "Sir, do you have a chance of winning?"

Yuan Lang glanced at Zhou Ruyuan: "Naturally, our thatched cottage is just like Guigu. Every time we emerge, it is to serve a wise ruler. It's just that because our thatched cottage has few people, our limelight has been overshadowed by Guigu."

"This is not just a contest between strategists, but also a contest between kings."

Zhou Ruyuan was startled and immediately replied, "I will certainly not disappoint you, sir!"

Zhou Ruyuan then appointed Yuan Lang as the Imperial Preceptor.

With Song Daoxi, a disciple of Guiguzi, as his national advisor, Shen Lanxi naturally couldn't afford to lose.

Next comes the duel between the imperial advisors, who represent not just themselves, but the monarchs behind them.

His imperial advisor must never be inferior to Shen Lanxi's imperial advisor!

Tianjin Daily quickly responded, accepting the challenge!

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After resting in bed for several days, Shen Yuantang recovered. Just then, the streets became lively, and the women of the household suggested going for a stroll to thank Shen Yuantang for saving the children in the household.

Because of his act of saving lives, Shen Yuantang's reputation in the household improved considerably, and this trip was led by his second wife, Liu.

In the past, Liu had disapproved of Shen Yuantang's arrogant and domineering behavior. She had only been superficially agreeable to him. However, because her grandson was saved, Liu was genuinely grateful and her prejudice against Shen Yuantang lessened.

"Why is it so lively today?" Although Shen Yuantang hadn't left the mansion for several days, he was well-informed and asked this question deliberately.