Chapter 287 Was Wei Zheng a colleague?
What?
Cui Yixuan actually made a mistake!
The courtiers felt a chill run down their spines.
This was the Cui family of Qinghe, whom even Li Shimin was extremely wary of.
Wei Zheng, through the influence of Confucianism, forced him to apologize!
"Cough cough..."
"It's all for the sake of the imperial court, so it's understandable, it's understandable."
Kong Yingda waved his hand, his smile stretching almost to the back of his ears.
It still has to be Lao Wei...
What was I thinking, arguing with Xiao Wei?
The Wei family's lineage is a testament to this.
Even if his own ancestors came, he probably wouldn't be able to refute them.
"If there are any things I don't understand in the future, I hope that Master Kong will not hesitate to give me guidance."
Cui Yixuan said sincerely.
Now that we've already backed down, we need to maximize our gains.
"No problem, no problem," Kong Yingda said smugly.
Cui Yixuan returned to his position.
Having been criticized and admitted his mistake, he couldn't continue questioning Wei Zheng.
He can't handle being criticized again.
Turning his head to look at the other members of the gentry...
I've already paved the way, now it's your turn, right?
However.
The other aristocratic families all kept their eyes down, avoiding eye contact with Cui Yixuan.
Yes, they chickened out.
If the Confucianists hadn't intervened, they might have continued their attack on Wei Zheng.
But that's not possible now...
Firstly, Confucianism wields considerable influence.
Secondly, Wei Zheng represented the Shandong gentry.
The Confucian school, along with the entire Shandong gentry, was terrifying.
Unless the five surnames and seven clans unite, they really can't win by relying on the strength of one family alone...
It's not worth it for a mere court attendant position.
"..."
Cui Yixuan was so angry he wanted to curse.
So he just acted like a complete idiot and got scolded by Wei Zheng.
"Do any of my beloved ministers have anything else to say?"
Li Shimin gave Changsun Wuji a wink.
I thought the aristocratic families could hold out a little longer, but they turned out to be even weaker than the Guanlong Group.
They were beaten so badly in the first round that they didn't dare to utter a sound.
"His Majesty."
Changsun Wuji stepped forward and replied, "The name Sirius was mentioned by Master Yuan."
"Why don't we invite him up and let him explain in detail?"
As Changsun Wuji finished speaking, the courtiers began to whisper among themselves.
They had naturally heard of Yuan Tiangang's name.
His gaze swept intentionally or unintentionally toward Wei Ting and Wang Gui.
In the first year of the Daye era (605 AD), Yuan Tiangang examined the faces of Du Yan, Wang Gui, and Wei Ting...
Within ten years, they will be able to assume a fifth-rank official position or be promoted.
All three will be dismissed within twenty years.
Then it will be activated again very soon.
Everything came true.
This story has spread among the people.
The courtiers were also very curious about Yuan Tiangang...
"Announce!"
Li Shimin agreed.
This was his last trump card.
If even Yuan Tiangang couldn't handle Wei Zheng, then if he wanted to kill Wei Shuyu, he would have to resort to underhanded tactics.
"Summon Master Yuan to an audience!"
As the eunuch called out, Yuan Tiangang, dressed in a Taoist robe and holding a whisk, entered the Taiji Hall with an air of otherworldly elegance.
Everyone who saw Yuan Tiangang's attire secretly praised him.
This old Taoist priest seems to have some skill.
"This humble Taoist priest, Yuan Tiangang, greets Your Majesty!"
No need for formalities.
"Thank you, Your Majesty!"
Yuan Tiangang flicked his whisk, which hung on his left hand.
"Master Yuan, it's been a long time!"
"Master Yuan, after court, would you please come to my residence for a chat?"
Upon seeing this, Wang Gui and Wei Ting began to greet them warmly.
"I hope you two lay Buddhists are well."
Yuan Tiangang simply nodded in response.
It was as if, in his eyes, the two were nothing more than passersby.
However, this move attracted even more attention.
Rumors are rumors, but seeing things with your own eyes is a different story.
Many ministers decided to visit Yuan Tiangang after court to have him read their faces.
"May I ask Master Yuan, is Wei Shuyu Sirius?" Wei Ting suddenly asked.
"Judging from the current situation, Wei Shuyu is Sirius!" Yuan Tiangang said with certainty.
"Nonsense!" Wei Zheng sneered.
“Layman Wei, I know that you are the father of Sirius.”
"But you two are unrelated, there's no need to get angry."
Yuan Tiangang wore a calm and composed smile.
His dashing voice, combined with his image, further enhances the credibility of his words.
"Bullshit!"
"Shuyu is my son!"
"You dare say he has nothing to do with me?"
"I think you're the one who's a bastard who was born of a mother but raised by no father!"
No one expected Wei Zheng to start cursing in the imperial court.
"..."
Yuan Tiangang was stunned for a long time.
But as for showing off...
Someone insulted me.
Not only do you have to put on an act of being indifferent to everything and detached from worldly affairs.
You also need to be forgiving and forgive the other person.
"Mr. Wei, please do not get agitated."
“I know it’s hard for you to accept, but that’s the truth.”
"We hope that Layman Wei will prioritize the overall situation!"
Yuan Tiangang sighed deeply.
It gives people a feeling of compassion and empathy.
"You old Taoist priest, dare to say that again?"
Wei Zheng strode forward, rolled up his sleeves, and was about to strike Yuan Tiangang.
Refined?
No!
He came from Wagang.
Which one of them was ever polite?
To deal with this kind of pretentious idiot, just take action.
What nonsense are you spouting?
Yuan Tiangang was beaten; his ethereal and otherworldly demeanor was gone!
Yuan Tiangang retaliated and beat up the prime minister of the court.
No matter what, Yuan Tiangang will be embarrassed.
What do you want to do?
Yuan Tiangang felt a tremor in his heart, but he had to remain calm on the surface.
What are you doing?
Wei Zheng roared, "I'm going to beat you up!"
I'll f*** your mother!
Cheng Yaojin's eyes widened.
Isn't this my specialty?
Wei Duzi has no professional ethics as a teacher. He went to learn without even being taught the tuition fee. He's a complete bastard!
"Wei Zheng!"
Upon seeing this, Li Shimin roared, "How dare you be so rude!"
Seeing this, several ministers also stopped Wei Zheng.
Yuan Tiangang finally breathed a sigh of relief.
“Layman Wei, you’ve lost your mind.”
Yuan Tiangang said in a feigned manner.
"snort."
Wei Zheng shook off the ministers who were trying to stop him.
It's all my fault for neglecting my training these past few years; otherwise, a good beating would have been enough to expose Yuan Tiangang's true colors!
Since we can't fight back now, all we can do is complain.
"Yuan Tiangang, how skilled are you?" Wei Zheng suddenly asked.
"The Tao follows the natural way, emphasizing that things will fall into place naturally!"
Yuan Tiangang replied in a profound and enigmatic manner: "If you understand, you understand; if you don't understand, you'll never understand in your entire life."
He truly deserves to be called a Celestial Master.
Every sentence contains philosophical insights.
Many officials were thinking this to themselves.
"So that means your cultivation is not high enough?" Wei Zheng asked again.
“Layman Wei, you’ve gone too far.”
Yuan Tiangang feigned dissatisfaction and replied, "If you wish to learn about Taoist magic, this humble Taoist is willing to share all his knowledge."
"But would it be impolite to inquire about my abilities?"
As Yuan Tiangang finished speaking...
This immediately drew the ire of the court officials.
Many criticized Wei Zheng for not knowing how to be appreciative.
"Infinite Heavenly Venerable".
Suddenly, Wei Zheng made a gesture of respect with his fingers and bowed to Yuan Tiangang, saying, "To be honest, I was also a Taoist priest for a few years!"
Holy crap!
Big news...
The courtiers stared at Wei Zheng as if he were a rare treasure.
Cheng Yaojin and the others, however, were not surprised.
Old Wei was poor in his early years.
They just rely on deceiving, cheating, and swindling people...
How do you think Lao Wei got such a smooth tongue?
Besides talent, one also needs continuous hard work and practice.
Now you've mastered the art of verbal abuse, haven't you?
Take a look at Li Shimin.
Spray several times every three days, and a big spray every five days!
If criticizing the emperor is no problem, then criticizing others is just a piece of cake.
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