Rong Weijing had no way to save his son, so he had to come to find Rong Xi.
Nowadays, many people in Shengjing have been secretly watching the affairs of the Rong Mansion. When they learned that the father and son had met, they came to inquire about the news, but were blocked by Qin Ke's guards.
"Da Lang, Han'er is your brother. He is young, and he must have been bewitched by someone to do something foolish."
At this moment, Rong Weijing was like an ordinary father, worried about his children.
Rong Xi asked with a faint smile: "Is it insignificant to you that my brother killed my brother?"
"He..." Rong Weijing wanted to refute, but seeing Rong Xi's cold eyes, he couldn't say anything for some reason.
"Minister Rong, if a son is not well-educated, it is the fault of his father. You taught Rong Han to kill people in the street, so it is your fault. Why don't you reflect on yourself?"
Although his tone was gentle, his words were extremely harsh.
Rong Weijing's face immediately turned red, "I am your father! How dare you be so disobedient and unfilial!"
Seeing that he was angry and tried to pressure him with filial piety, Rong Xi suddenly smiled and felt quite bored.
"For more than ten years, we have lived under the same roof. You pretended not to know that the legitimate son suffered injustice and never defended him. Now you want me to forgive the murderer. Where is justice? There is no need for you and me to waste our breath. Please go back."
Just because the eldest son is not a promising talent, he allows others to harm him at will. Rong Weijing is really disgusting.
Rong Xi felt sorry for his original self, so he naturally didn't have a good face towards him.
"Rong Xi! Do you really not care about the relationship between brothers?" Rong Weijing asked angrily.
If Rong Xi could forgive Rong Han, Rong Han would not have to suffer the punishment.
Rong Xi looked at him indifferently and said, "Why don't you teach Rong Han what brotherly love is first."
After saying that, he just flicked his sleeves and left.
Liu Rong Weijing stood there, so angry that he was about to ascend to heaven, and kept calling him a "rebellious son".
Rong Xi felt depressed after a conversation with Rong Weijing. After returning to the Prince's Mansion, he lay on Qin Ke's legs and closed his eyes to rest.
"How about coming back to Linxi in a few days?" Qin Ke gently stroked his black hair.
Rong Xi responded muffledly, turned over and hugged the man's waist. After a few breaths, he raised his head and asked, "Have you found out about the retainer beside Prince Shun?"
When Rong Xi met Prince Shun on the way back to the capital, he instinctively felt that the young retainer had a strange and cold expression.
Because he had a deep impression on him, and the incident of Rong Han killing people happened again, Rong Xi became suspicious, so he asked Qin Ke to send people to investigate.
“Not yet.”
The two couldn't help but smile at each other. The fact that it is difficult to find out clearly shows that there is a problem.
The next day, Shengjing was in uproar again.
Rong Zhou actually revealed that Minister Rong abused his power for personal gain!
Rong Weijing, as the Minister of Personnel, actually participated in the official change!
The Wei Dynasty is strict in selecting officials and does not allow the private buying and selling of official positions. If Rong Weijing really made such a big mistake, losing his official hat would be a small matter.
This matter was of great importance. When the emperor heard about it, he was furious and ordered a thorough investigation.
Many people thought that Rong Zhou was taking revenge on them, but after a thorough investigation, they found that the change of official position actually happened!
Rong Weijing was extremely confused when he was interrogated.
He has worked diligently for many years and has never accepted bribes. How could he sell an official position?
Just as he was refusing to admit his guilt, several testimonies knocked him out.
After being imprisoned and interrogated, those who bought the official positions all confessed that Rong Weijing accepted bribes and sold the official positions to themselves.
Before Rong Weijing fainted, his mind suddenly cleared and he couldn't help but curse: "You evil woman, you have misled me!"
At the same time, Rong Xi was on his way back to Linxi.
Chen Chuangu traveled with the two of them this time.
"Was it really Minister Rong who sold the official positions?" he asked curiously.
Rong Xi shook his head and smiled, "He is a cautious person and will not give anyone a handle. The official position was originally in the pockets of several people who bought the position, but they didn't know it. After Rong Zhou heard about it, she accepted bribes from several people. She is the wife of the Shangshu. If she said that she did not teach the Shangshu, who would believe it?"
Regardless of whether Rong Weijing was really involved in this matter, once this happened, he must bear the crime of dereliction of duty.
Although he was careful with outsiders, he had no secrets from Rong Zhou, which was his downfall.
If he hadn't doted on Rong Zhou, Rong Zhou wouldn't have dared to abuse her eldest son.
Everything has cause and effect. You reap what you sow.
Chen Chuangu understood the reason, but he was still confused, "Why did Rong Zhou frame Minister Rong? If they act this way, aren't they afraid that Rong Han will be homeless after he is released from prison?"
Qin Ke replied calmly: "She did this for Rong Han's sake."
"Why?" Chen Chuangu was quite puzzled.
Rong Xi smiled and explained: "If Minister Rong is still in a high position with a high salary, he will definitely remarry after divorcing his wife. At that time, what is the difference between Rong Han and me?"
Judging from one's own experience, Rong Zhou did not treat Rong Dalang well, so she would naturally worry that Rong Han would be bullied by his stepmother.
In this case, it would be better to let Rong Weijing fall into the dust. Considering that Rong Han can take care of him in his old age and see him to the end of his life after he is released from prison, Rong Weijing should not hate Rong Han for his whole life.
Chen Chuangu opened his mouth wide: "What a great show!"
Seeing how calm the two men looked, he couldn't help but feel respect for them.
Mr. Qin and Rong Dalang are really not to be messed with. Without losing a single soldier, the Rong family was destroyed, and no one knew that he was the driving force behind it.
When the three men arrived at Mount Mengshan, Rong Weijing's fate had already been decided.
The emperor dismissed him from his post and banned him from holding an official position for the rest of his life.
I am lucky to escape punishment. But for Rong Weijing, it is better to die than to live in this world.
Previously, the first and second branches of the Rong family were both dependent on Rong Weijing, but now Rong Weijing has ended up in this situation.
Since he had no official position, he naturally had no right to live in the Rong Mansion.
The eldest wife was indifferent and didn't care about Rong Weijing's life or death after moving out of the house. The second son is honest and simple-minded. Rong Weiheng thinks that his biological son Rong Mo is still living in the ancestral home, so he sells the shop and wants to take Rong Weijing to live in the ancestral home together.
Rong Weijing was reluctant at first, but after being comforted by his concubine He, he had to nod in agreement.
He was Rong Lian's biological mother. She always lived a peaceful life without fighting or competing.
After the Rong family fell into decline, she was the only one who treated Rong Weijing the same as before. Rong Weijing gradually became dependent on her and listened to her.
When the news reached the ancestral home, Rong Lian was horrified. In just over a month, such a huge change happened in the Rong Mansion!
He did not sleep all night and went to Rong Xi's study the next day.
"Second brother, do you have something to say?"
Rong Xi was looking through the school exam results from last month and asked casually.
"Brother, I noticed that you have been doing a lot of construction recently. Are you planning to build a house?" Rong Lian asked carefully.
After reading through it, Rong Xi put the list on the table and said with a faint smile, "My second uncle has sent me a letter saying that he and my father will return to the ancestral home soon. However, the ancestral home is short of bedrooms, so I discussed with the prince to build another house for them to live in."
"You and the Prince are going to move out of the house?" Rong Lian was shocked.
Rong Xi nodded and confessed, "My father hates me and will definitely not want to live with me."
Just as Rong Lian was about to persuade him again, Rong Mo suddenly knocked on the door and came in. He ignored Rong Lian and placed a mold on the table in front of Rong Xi.
The mold is shaped like a bird, with wings made of light wood. The wing surface is extremely thin and the upper layer is slightly curved.
Rong Xi's eyes were filled with admiration, and he asked with a genuine smile, "Third brother, have you tried it?"
Rong Mo shook his head.
He seems to be a little more cheerful these days, and nods and shakes his head more frequently.
Rong Xi then stood up and asked Rong Lian, "Would you like to go with me, brother?"
He made it clear that he didn't want to mention Rong Weijing anymore. Rong Lian sighed inwardly and had no choice but to fall behind the two men to the wall of the courtyard.
Rong Xi ordered Liu Zishi to put a ladder against the wall, hold the mold, step to the top of the wall, and throw the mold with his arms.
However, the mold was thrown into the courtyard wall and had no chance of taking off with the wind.
Rong Mo lowered his head in disappointment and picked up the mold silently.
"Third brother," Rong Xi couldn't bear to see him sad, so he reminded him, "Even if the wood is light, its weight is greater than the wind. Even the wings of birds have bones and flesh, let alone molds?"
These flying molds are all made of wood, so it is naturally difficult for them to fly into the sky with the help of wind.
Rong Mo held the mold in his hand, standing there in a daze, as if lost in thought.
Rong Xi then stopped disturbing them and led Rong Lian and Liu Zishi away.
"Second brother, just concentrate on preparing for the provincial examination. You can leave the affairs at home to Aunt He in the future."
In the original body's memory, He secretly helped him several times and had a good character.
Rong Lian was unable to utter a single word as his thoughts were blocked by him. He had no choice but to give up and go back to his room to read.
Rong Xi told Liu Zishi: "Please ask Cui Feng to come to the study to see me."
Liu Zishi took the order and left.
After a while, Cui Feng respectfully entered the study room, saw the grades list on the desk, and asked with a smile: "I wonder if you have any instructions, my lord?"
Rong Xi's face was gentle. "All students have made progress in their studies, but it is useless to stay in the house and study all day. I want to take you to visit the workshop for a day. Please tell them to prepare enough dry food and water bags. Don't run around randomly when you go, so as not to fall behind."
Cui Feng was also very happy when he heard this, and hurriedly took the order and passed it on.
When the disciples heard this, they were all delighted.
At 3:15 on the next day, after finishing their breakfast, everyone went to the kiln in Hu's workshop together.
Outsiders were not allowed to enter the Ordnance Inspectorate workshop at will, so Rong Xi discussed with Hu Yulin and ordered Hu's workshop to be open for one day for men and women to visit.
Hu Yulin naturally would not refuse Rong Xi's request.
Except for Liu He and Rong Mo, everyone else in Rong's house walked to the workshop.
Rong Xi and Qin Ke walked side by side, while Liu Zishi, Liang Siwen, Rong Lian and Cui Feng looked after the children.
Soon, Jin Jili came closer with a bright smile and asked, "Da Lang, Madam Xin has been practicing chess hard these days and wants to come to the house to look for you. What do you think?"
Rong Xi was stunned. If Jin Jili hadn't reminded him, he would have forgotten about Madam Xin.
Whenever he had free time, he would learn chess from Qin Ke. Now, when he played against Qin Ke, he often won and lost half, which was considered quite good.
"Let her come tomorrow."
Jin Jili nodded in response and asked, "I went to the market to sell fish these days and heard the merchants mention fireworks. Was it made by Dalang?"
Rong Xi was silent for a few breaths, then suddenly asked, "Jili, you have traveled across the ocean to the Wei Dynasty, have you ever thought about returning to your hometown?"
"I did think about it," Jin Jili said frankly, "but I am a lost dog, and there is no point in going back."
His blue eyes were clear, without the slightest hint of hypocrisy.
"You mentioned fireworks just now, but you actually want to ask about fire bombs?" Rong Xi revealed what Jin Jili was thinking.
Weapons represent power. Regardless of Jin Jili's identity, his desire for power must be due to his unwillingness.
Rong Xi will not be stingy, but he will never give things away without hesitation.
"Da Lang, you are really too insightful." Jin Jili laughed helplessly.
His voice is low and mellow, easily intoxicating like aged wine.
Qin Ke glanced at him warily as a warning. Jin Jili was not willing to be outdone. He looked back, not afraid of Qin Ke's power at all.
"Your strength is far beyond that of an ordinary person. If you are not born with supernatural strength, it must be the result of training," Rong Xi explained. "You have thick calluses on your palms, fingertips, and base of the thumb. You must use knives and other weapons frequently."
Seeing that he had been clearly analyzed, Jin Jili had no choice but to confess: "In the official language of the Wei Dynasty, I should be the prince."
Rong Xi's eyes showed interest, and Qin Ke also pricked up his ears.
"My uncle killed my father to seize the throne, and he also tried to assassinate me. I escaped with the help of my confidants, and had no choice but to take a boat out to sea, and accidentally ended up here."
His summary was brief and his tone was calm, but Rong Xi could sense a hint of hatred.
"Do you want revenge?" Rong Xi asked.
Jin Jili shook his head, sighed and smiled, "I didn't have such thoughts before. It was good to live peacefully in Wei. But when the refugees invaded that night and you threw fire bombs, I knew there were such terrifying weapons in the world."
"The fire bomb is the secret of the Wei Dynasty. I cannot reveal the method of making it to you." Rong Xi stood firm.
Jin Jili waited for his next words.
"But I am willing to trade with you," Rong Xi said with a smile, "Does your country have any rare items that can be exchanged with the Great Wei?"
Jin Jili smiled helplessly and said, "Da Wei is rich in resources, and Da Lang is also talented in making tools. I really don't know what could win Da Lang's favor."
"You can tell me about everything you haven't seen in the Wei Dynasty." Rong Xi didn't ask for too much.
Jin Jili shook his head and sighed, "It's hard to think of it at the moment, Dalang, why don't you give me a few days."
Rong Xi nodded and asked no more questions.
After walking for more than an hour, everyone finally arrived at the Hu workshop.
Hu Yulin stood in front of the workshop, smiling, and greeted them personally.
"Da Lang, the prince."
Rong Xi said gratefully: "Thank you for letting me borrow your workshop for a look today."
"There's no need to be so formal with each other," Hu Yulin said with a smile, "If it weren't for Dalang, why would I have come to these workshops?"
After saying this, he called the steward and led the students into the workshop for a tour.
All the students watched curiously and listened carefully to the manager's introduction. After all, Rong Xi had assigned a task. After visiting the workshop, everyone had to hand in a reflection.
Rong Xi did this to prevent students from only knowing book knowledge and being out of touch with practice.
Today is just a visit, I will need to do it myself someday.
In addition to the students' surprise, Rong Lian also looked surprised.
He had only listened to teachers' lectures in school and had never seen craftsmen working in a workshop. Now that he saw it with his own eyes, he found it extremely novel and even felt a sense of ambition and pride in his heart.
If every place in the Wei Dynasty was a workshop, and glass and other items were available in ordinary people's homes, how rich the country would be!
After one day's tour, everyone returned to Rong's house.
When they returned home, Rong Mo was still diligently carving wood in the yard. When he saw everyone leaving, he ignored them and just kept working hard.
Rong Xi couldn't help but stop and observe for a while before saying, "People often use bamboo strips and rattan to weave objects. Do you know why?"
Rong Mo suddenly stopped, raised his head and looked at Rong Xi.
After just a few breaths, his eyes lit up, and he dropped the work in his hands and ran towards his house.
Everyone in Rong's house had already gotten used to it and no longer asked questions in surprise.
The next afternoon, Madam Xin came to visit Rong's house as expected.
"I have met Rong Langjun."
Rong Xi set up the chess set in the courtyard and asked with a smile, "I heard from Ji Li that you had a miserable life and that you went to live with your relatives but were sold to a 60-year-old man. So you want to live with me, is that right?"
"If I can gain your pity, my dear, I will serve you loyally." Madam Xin's eyes were like water.
Rong Xi gestured for her to sit down.
Madam Xin obeyed and sat opposite him.
"But it has been more than a month since I left Linxi, and your relatives are kind enough not to marry you off to a sixty-year-old man."
Madam Xin was startled and was about to explain when she heard Rong Xi say, "Best of three games. If you win, you can stay at Rong's house. If you lose, you must answer three questions of mine."
Madam Xin nodded, "I will follow your orders, my lord."
The two began to play chess.
Rong Xi was originally very intelligent, and after being guided by his good teacher Qin Ke, his level has reached a very high level. In comparison, Madam Xin seemed overwhelmed.
She frowned. Everyone said that Rong Dalang was not good at the six arts and only had the talent of a craftsman. Now it seemed that the world was stupid.
The two fought for a while, and Madam Xin was defeated miserably.
She had sweat on her forehead, and pretended to be calm and asked, "My chess skills are not very good, I wonder what you want to ask?"
Rong Xi slowly packed up his chess sets, then suddenly took out a blueprint and placed it abruptly in front of Madam Xin.
"Do you know this person?"
Madam Xin's expression suddenly changed.
The author has something to say:
Father Rong's ending is far more than this. Even though he can enjoy his old age now, he still has a very long way to go... As to whether it is torment or happiness, that depends on one's opinion.
ps: I found that some fairies have some misunderstandings, let me explain.
Rong Lian was a bastard's son, born to the concubine He. He was not his biological mother and son, so what his stepmother did had no impact on him. Rong Mo is Rong Xi's cousin, which means he is the son of Rong Xi's second uncle, but he is the third oldest in the clan and is the third brother. In ancient times, people practiced the clan system and basically did not divide up the family. They just called people according to their ranking in the clan.
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