Chapter 378: Only One Request When Fu Qingyu thought of Xu Yunfan...
Fu Qingyu was terrified when he thought of Xu Yunfan's ability to turn black into white. "Prince Qi, please wait a moment. I have summoned Master Xu to the palace. Please have a chat with him."
Xu Yunfan entered the palace again. "Has Prince Qi thought it through?"
"Yes, I wonder what kind of reward Master Xu wants? As long as it is available in Da Qi, can be done by human power and is permitted by the law, this prince will definitely not refuse." Jiang Zhongsi was determined to give it up.
Xu Yunfan waved his hand. "Prince Qi, there's no need to be so nervous. Great Qi and Great Yan are on good terms, and we can be considered friendly nations. I've always been very generous to my friends. Prince Qi should have heard about the Great Shang incident."
"Yes, the Great Shang Emperor has great ambitions. According to information I have received, more than 20 years ago, a master once said..."
Having said that, Jiang Zhongsi looked at Fu Qingyu, seeming to be hesitant to speak.
Xu Yunfan was curious. "What did the master say?"
Jiang Zhongsi raised his eyes to look at Fu Qingyu, and motioned Xu Yunfan to ask Fu Qingyu. As the Crown Prince of Da Qi, he could not tell such things.
"Your Majesty, what did the master say?"
Fu Qingyu held his forehead with his hand, "That master is the Great Yan State Master."
"National Master?" Xu Yunfan was shocked. "We in Dayan already have a National Master. How come this humble servant didn't know about him?"
"How would you know? That bastard hasn't been back for years. I don't even know where he's wandered off to, or where he's begging. I don't even know if he's starved to death."
Whenever the topic of the Imperial Master came up, Fu Qingyu got a headache. The last time the Imperial Master came back, he looked no different from a beggar. The only difference was that his face was clean. If it weren't for that face, would Fu Qingyu have let anyone into the palace?
When the Imperial Master came back, he was chased around the city by Xiao Hengzhi and beaten not long after he moved in. Even when Fu Qingxu met the Imperial Master, he was beaten with sticks.
Who could blame this person for not having any art of speaking and not knowing how to consider the occasion? He actually told Xiao Hengzhi's fortune in front of him and even said bluntly that Xiao Hengzhi would become a eunuch when he was nineteen years old.
This man also told Fu Qingxu that his young son would starve to death in the wilds and be eaten by wild beasts, which means his body would be torn into pieces. How tragic it was!
It was a great shame and humiliation for a king of the opposite sex to be considered a eunuch by the national teacher. Xiao Heng was so furious that he drew his sword on the spot.
As for Fu Qingxu, he felt the Imperial Master was talking nonsense. He was a prince, unlike Xiao Hengzhi; he was a legitimate royal relative. His children were naturally royal aristocrats. Since they were members of the royal family, how could his youngest son starve to death in the wilderness? What was the purpose of the Royal family?
What does the Imperial Master mean by this? If this isn't a curse, then what is?
Neither Xiao Hengzhi nor Fu Qingxu took the two divinations made by the National Master seriously. Even Fu Qingxu did not take it seriously. He had only been on the throne for two years at that time. Besides, it was written in the book that a scholar should not speak of strange and supernatural things. The National Master was usually nowhere to be found, and when he came back he tried hard to figure things out, so they did not believe it much.
But later, in order to calculate the fate of Dayan, the national teacher spat out a mouthful of old blood three meters away, which scared Fu Qingyu on the spot.
It’s simple. Who can vomit blood so far?
But the national teacher did it.
The national master calculated that Dayan was in danger of being destroyed, and he needed to find someone who could help Dayan survive this disaster. The next day, the national master packed up two large packages of gold, silver and jewelry and left.
Fu Qingyu was stunned when he saw the empty Imperial Master's Mansion, which was as deserted as a swarm of locusts.
Originally, none of the three believed what the Imperial Master said. Xiao Hengzhi and Fu Qingxu even forgot about the matter. However, since it concerned Dayan, Fu Qingyu had to be cautious. He read the letter left by the late emperor overnight. Upon reading it, Fu Qingyu broke out in a cold sweat.
The late emperor's notes clearly recorded that several major events that occurred in Dayan were all calculated by the imperial teacher. For this reason, the late emperor was able to prepare in advance and control the disaster.
Fu Qingyu was shocked. He knew that if he told Xiao Hengzhi and the other two about this, they might not believe it. As a result, Xiao Hengzhi had no children, so Fu Qingyu suggested that Xiao Hengzhi see an imperial physician.
Later, the little boy of Fu Qingxu's family was lost. He had clearly sent the Imperial Guards to follow Fu Qingxu out of the capital, but the child was still lost.
It seems that fate cannot be defied!
When Xu Yunfan heard this, his face changed and he thought to himself, it seems that this national teacher is not a half-baked person, but has real skills.
That’s right, Xiao Hengzhi was poisoned back then and couldn’t be a man at all. So, what’s the difference between him and a eunuch?
Speaking of Fu Qingxu, Xu Yunfan clearly remembered that night in Dali Village. If he and Runger had not gone to find Qin An and brought Qin Mu back, he would be a child, trapped in the mountains in winter. Those beasts would not be able to find food and would eat no one else but him.
In this case, being eaten by wild beasts and having no complete body left is wrong in saying this.
Xu Yunfan was terrified, "Your Majesty, what is the Imperial Master?"
Fu Qingyu took a breath, "The Imperial Master has calculated that Dayan is on the verge of destruction."
Not many people know about this matter. The people of Da Qi know about it because the National Master has a disciple who is now living in Da Qi.
Xu Yunfan was surprised again, "The catastrophe of national destruction?"
Fu Qingyu raised the corner of his mouth and asked, "My dear, do you think the Imperial Master's predictions on this matter are accurate?"
It’s accurate. It’s so damn accurate.
Human nature cannot stand up to scrutiny.
If Dongwu did not cooperate with Dayan this time, with the layers of interests involved, would Dongwu still choose to remain neutral?
Probably not.
For Dongwu, the territory of Dayan is a piece of fat meat that it is very eager to eat. Once Dongwu encroaches on part of Dayan's territory, it will become stronger and may even become one of the great powers.
Currently, due to the business of anthelmintics, sugar, salt, etc., Dongwu has not joined forces with Dashang. If Dongwu cooperates with Dashang, Dayan will be attacked from both sides.
What Xu Yunfan could think of, Fu Qingyu naturally thought of as well.
In his early years, the National Master had calculated that the national calamity was not unsolvable. However, because of that person, the National Master had been traveling outside for many years and his whereabouts were unknown.
Dongwu’s choice was because of Xu Yunfan.
After listening to Xu Yunfan's words, Dayan made adjustments to the conscription. In addition, with the improvement of weapons, Fu Qingyu did not worry too much about the dishonesty of Da Shang.
Even if Da Shang made Dongjin its ally, what would Fu Qingyu be afraid of? Once Dongjin sent out troops, Dongwu would take the opportunity to bite Dongjin. With the Qin family army as a line of defense, Dongjin would definitely not be able to get through.
Fu Qingyu knew Qin Feiyu's ability to lead troops in battle. Because of this, he knew that even though Qin Feiyu was just a boy, the position of general was well deserved for him. Otherwise, how could he have gone against all odds and appointed Qin Feiyu as a general.
Xu Yunfan wiped a non-existent sweat from his forehead and said, "It's damn accurate. Your Majesty, when the Imperial Master returns one day, Your Majesty will ask him to calculate for me how I can make a fortune."
"You..." Fu Qingyu laughed angrily, "Isn't your master earning enough? Don't be so ungrateful."
"Hey, Your Majesty, look at what you're saying. Who would complain about having too much silver? Do you?"
Fu Qingyu: "...That's getting off topic. The Prince of Qi is still waiting for your answer."
Xu Yunfan curled his lips, "It's too sudden. I haven't thought it through yet."
"My dear, what do you want?" Fu Qingyu glanced at Xu Yunfan and reminded him, "My dear, the premise of what you want is whether the Crown Prince of Qi is willing to give it to you. Do you understand?"
"That's right," Xu Yunfan turned to Jiang Zhongsi, "Prince Qi, why don't you tell me what you can give me first? Otherwise, it will be difficult for me to ask for anything."
Jiang Zhong thought for a moment, "As I just said, as long as it doesn't harm the interests of Da Qi, as long as it doesn't cross the line, and it's a reasonable request, Master Xu is welcome to make it."
Xu Yunfan: "In that case, then I will make a request."
"Master Xu, just say it."
"Okay, I want Da Qi and Da Yan to live in harmony for six years. During these six years, Da Qi is not allowed to send troops to Da Yan, and other business dealings will not be affected. This is the only condition. I wonder if the Crown Prince of Qi can agree to this?"
Jiang Zhongsi was shocked. "Master Xu, are you sure this is the only request?"
Is Xu Yunfan crazy?
Six years, what does this mean?
Six years is neither long nor short. It is possible that after six years, the war between Da Shang and Dayan has not yet ended. A siege is not something that can be accomplished overnight, let alone a few months.
Xu Yunfan: "Yes, only this one."
Those who are too greedy will end up with nothing.
What does it mean that the Great Qi did not send troops for six years?
If Xu Yunfan puts forward other conditions, who can guarantee that the Emperor of Da Qi will become more and more unwilling to give up in the future? Once he becomes unwilling, he would rather break his oath and bite back at Dayan.
But his request was reasonable, and this man could probably resist the urge for a while.
Moreover, six years was long enough for Xu Yunfan. War would bring misery to the people and devastating suffering to the people, so Xu Yunfan naturally could not delay.
Fu Qingyu did not say much about Xu Yunfan's request and wrote the contract with his own hands.
Once the matter was settled, Jiang Zhongnian's affairs were arranged. According to Sister Fang, Jiang Zhongnian needed to have a good rest for half a month before leaving.
"Yunfan, what have you been busy with recently?"
Qin Run discovered that Xu Yunfan had suddenly become busy recently. He wasn't the kind of busy that went out early and came back late every day, but this person was going in and out every day, carrying large and small bags, and no one knew what he was doing.
Xiaobao stood at Qin Run's feet, holding Qin Run's calf, "Daddy, is father doing something big?"
"I don't know."
When Xu Yunfan was busy before, Xiaobao went to find him. This man pushed Xiaobao, patted Xiaobao's butt and pushed him out of the study, using the excuse that he had something important to do and let Xiaobao go play with his uncles.
Seeing the two people standing at the door, Xu Yunfan was amused and scratched Xiaobao's nose, "Are you two cats?"
"No, father, you haven't played with Xiaobao and uncle for a long time." Xiaobao let go of Qin Run's calf, ran to Xu Yunfan, looked up and blinked his big eyes, staring at Xu Yunfan.
Xu Yunfan exhaled, bent down, picked him up, and pinched Xiaobao's chubby arms, which looked like lotus root nodes. "Little fat pig, have you turned into a fish today? Who took you to have a water fight yesterday? You were as cheerful as a hen laying eggs yesterday, but today you've forgotten everything?"
Although Xu Yunfan is busy, he will try his best to find time to play with the children. In the blink of an eye, the children grow up. He knows that as the children grow older, they will not be able to play with him when they want to. He does not want to leave any regrets.
Xiaobao cried out, "Xiaobao was wrong, Father, you haven't played with Xiaobao today."
Xu Yunfan kissed Xiaobao and walked to Qin Run. As he approached the door, a hot and humid atmosphere hit him in the face. Xu Yunfan seemed to be scalded. He sighed and took two steps back. "Oh my god, why is it so hot? Run'er, let's go swimming."
"Let's go swimming?" Qin Run looked up at the sky. "Let's go now?"
Qin Run didn't know if swimming at this hour would cool him down, but he knew that getting sunburned would probably be a good option.
Xu Yunfan hummed, "Let's go swim in the backyard, not in the river. It's shady there and we won't be exposed to the sun. Xiaobao, go call your uncles and ask them if they can come."
There is a small swimming pool in the backyard. There are many children in the family, and Xu Yunfan has warned several of them that no one can go there without his consent.
In other families, children as old as Qin An and Qin Mu would never be able to swim with their brother-in-law. But in Xiao Qin's family, if Xu Yunfan said it was okay, it was okay.
What's wrong with a ten-year-old child swimming together? He didn't help anyone bathe or touch anyone. They were just in the same pool. What the hell did he cross the line?
The two adults and three children were having so much fun in the swimming pool that they didn't want to leave. When Xiao Hengzhi came over to call them, no one heard him and they were just playing by themselves.
When Xiao Hengzhi followed the sound and found the backyard, he saw Xu Yunfan and others wearing shorts and vests leisurely soaking in the cold water and drinking juice in the swimming pool. His eyes almost popped out.
Xiao Hengzhi wanted to say something, but when the words came to his lips, his ears were filled with the happy laughter of children, and all the words were suddenly blocked.
"Uncle Xiao, you're here." Qin Mu discovered Xiao Hengzhi standing not far away with a helpless look on his face.
Xiao Hengzhi then walked over and said, "Well, how long have you been playing, Mu Ge'er? Don't be too greedy for coolness, be careful not to catch a cold."
Qin Mu said coquettishly: "We've only been playing for a while, Uncle Xiao, Brother Mu wants to swim a little longer."
"Father, why are you here?" Qin Run came out of the swimming pool, his clothes were wet.
Xiao Hengzhi sat on a chair nearby and said, "I'm here to find your husband. Don't worry about me. Go ahead and have fun if you want."
Qin Run felt a little embarrassed, but he still went into the water obediently. The feeling of soaking in the water was very comfortable.
Xu Yunfan swam over and asked, "Father-in-law, do you have something to talk to me about?"
"Well, the two princes of Daqi will be leaving the capital soon. Demonno wrote to Lu Fan. She wants Lu Fan and Zhali to go back."
"Why?" Xu Yunfan was stunned for a moment. Zhali had been having so much fun in the capital recently that he probably didn't even remember what country he was from. He even bought a house specifically for living with Lu Fan, and he would go to the Ye Mansion to "harass" Ye Sifan every now and then.
Xiao Hengzhi: "Demonno is worried about the father and son staying with us. Your second uncle sent a letter saying that the Great Shang Dynasty has sent tens of thousands of soldiers to the northern border. The purpose of this move is self-evident. Demonno has probably received the news as well."
Xu Yunfan: "What about the Right Prime Minister? Has that old bastard done anything recently?"
"That old guy has been very quiet lately. He probably knows his current situation and doesn't dare to cause any trouble."
Xu Yunfan always felt that it was not that simple. "I still need to pay more attention. I always feel that the old man doesn't like me very much lately."
Xiao Hengzhi was amused. "You're talking as if he liked you before. It's not just one or two days that he hasn't liked you."
"Father-in-law, it's true. I haven't been feeling well lately." Xu Yunfan spoke in a low voice. Only Xiao Hengzhi could hear it. Qin Run, who was playing with the three children, didn't notice it.
"I don't feel well. What's wrong with you?"
Xu Yunfan chuckled, "How should I put it? I've just been feeling a little uneasy lately. Father-in-law, my feelings are always accurate. Send more people to follow Run Ge'er and the others. I'm afraid the Right Prime Minister is physically in Dayan, but his heart is in Shang."
Xiao Heng's heart was in his throat as he stared at Xu Yunfan closely. Perhaps he could trust other people, but not Xu Yunfan.
This brother-in-law has a very loud reputation in Dayan. It can be said that he became famous at a young age. He is a second-rank junior tutor in his early twenties and also a third-rank chief academic officer of the Imperial College. He has done so many things. The people support him and the officials love and hate him. Because he proposed the issue of conscription, the people of Dashang wanted to tear him into pieces.
"You kid, be careful when you go out recently. Even if you have to go to court or work, don't act alone. Remember."
Xiao Hengzhi didn't even dare to think about what they would do if something happened to Xu Yunfan. This family might just break up.
Xu Yunfan: "Father-in-law, what do you mean? Someone wants to attack me?"
"Who knows? Even rabbits bite when they're angry. If they dare to touch Run Ge'er and the others, do you think they won't dare to attack you?"
Xiao Hengzhi knew that Xu Yunfan was skilled in martial arts and had enough ability to protect himself, but sometimes two people could not defeat four people, so he had to give him a few more instructions.
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