Chapter 84: Destruction and Reconstruction
The person who tried Wei Xiaoran's patricide case was Wei Lin, the prefect of Jizhou.
At that time, this case spread throughout the streets and alleys of Jizhou, and the sensation it caused can be imagined.
Even though Wei Lin knew what had happened and felt that Wei Xiaoran should not be charged with a serious crime, he was still forced to sentence Wei Jing to death due to pressure from public opinion.
After all, in ancient times, patricide was a serious crime.
After the old teacher in Wei Xiaoran's private school learned about this, he met Wei Lin three times in a row and told him how talented Wei Xiaoran was and that he should not die like this.
Wei Lin gradually felt sympathy.
During the execution in the autumn, Wei Jing, the patricide, died.
Then Wei Lin had an adopted son, Wei Xiaoran, who he had raised since childhood and lived in his home in Beijing.
"Xiaoran, you must remember that you are now Wei Xiaoran, the adopted son of Wei Zhifu and the top scholar of Yongyao. You are not the Wei Jing who was executed for killing his father. Do you hear me? Don't mention this kind of thing again in the future." Zhang Yufang said earnestly.
Wei Xiaoran was silent for a while, then nodded vigorously.
The mother and son were silent for a while, and then Zhang Yufang continued, "A few days ago, Lord Wei came to see me."
"for what?"
Zhang Yufang said, "He said you didn't want to be sent out, so he asked me to persuade you."
Wei Xiaoran said, "I know my adoptive father is doing good to me, but I still decided to enter the Hanlin Academy first and not be sent out."
"Is it because of Qianqian?" Zhang Yufang asked.
Wei Xiaoran had said before that Lin Qian would definitely come to the capital, and he would wait for her here. Hearing Lin Qian's name, Wei Xiaoran smiled, nodded, and then shook his head.
"Qianqian promised Uncle Meng that she would come to the capital to participate in the medical competition. I must wait for her here. However, I have another idea."
Zhang Yufang asked curiously, "What?"
"I met the emperor during the palace examination and found that he was not in good health. I was afraid that he was almost at the end of his life." Wei Xiaoran said, his eyes shining.
Zhang Yufang was immediately startled after hearing Wei Xiaoran's words. She subconsciously looked out the door, then turned to Wei Xiaoran and whispered, "Are you crazy? How can you say such outrageous words?"
Wei Xiaoran comforted his mother with a smile and said, "There is no one around.
The emperor is afraid that he will not live long, but he has not yet appointed a crown prince. The eldest prince is eighteen years old, the second prince is sixteen years old, and the remaining princes are even younger.
From my observation, the eldest prince has a gentle personality and is too indecisive in his approach to things. If Yongyao were in the previous peaceful and prosperous era, there would be nothing wrong with him being the emperor.
But now the Western Regions and the grasslands are eyeing Yongyao covetously, and the eldest prince is not the best candidate for the emperor at all.
On the contrary, the Second Prince has the means and the courage. If he becomes the emperor, he can resolve Yongyao's current predicament."
Zhang Yufang didn't understand what Wei Xiaoran said, but he knew one thing: "I remember that the second prince's biological mother seemed to be just a palace maid. Even if the emperor wanted to pass the throne to the ten-year-old third prince, he wouldn't pass it to him, right?"
It was a well-known fact that the Second Prince's biological mother was a palace maid. And among all the other princes, the Second Prince was the one who could never hold his head up high.
Wei Xiaoran smiled slightly and said, "That's right, but the lower his status, the more he yearns for that supreme glory."
As long as he could help the Second Prince ascend the throne, then his status would definitely not be low due to his meritorious service. This was the main reason why Wei Xiaoran wanted to stay in the capital.
Wei Lin was afraid that in the near future, there would be a turmoil in the imperial court, which would affect him.
But Wei Xiaoran wanted this shock. If the court didn't shake up, how could he stand out? Destroy and then rebuild, this was Wei Xiaoran's idea.
Zhang Yufang looked at her son and saw ambition on his face for the first time.
She said, "You're still so young, why do you have to get involved in this mess? Can't you just slowly advance through the ranks?"
Wei Xiaoran remained silent, using his silence to indicate to Zhang Yufang that it was not possible.
He knew that Lin Qian would come to the capital in two years to fight against the eight great medical families. After arriving in the capital a year ago, he had inquired about the eight great medical families.
After knowing what kind of power this was, Wei Xiaoran became more eager to gain power. He wanted to be second only to the emperor and above everyone else. Only in this way could he protect Lin Qian.
Finally, Zhang Yufang sighed, patted Wei Xiaoran's hand, and said, "You are a sensible child. Since you have decided, then do it. But there is one thing you must protect yourself well."
Wei Xiaoran smiled and said to Zhang Yufang, "Thank you, mother. I understand."
That afternoon, the road ban in the capital was lifted, and Lin Qian left the capital without delay. She didn't stop for long, traveling day and night until she returned directly to Bo County.
After returning to Bo County, Lin Qian went to Yuelai Pavilion, the hot pot restaurant opened by her family.
After entering the door, Lin Qian saw Lin Xing who was counting the money at the counter. Lin Qian walked over and asked, "Ah Xing, where are Shuo Shuo and my mother?"
Lin Xing also has a friend named Lin Yuan. They have always been friends with Lin Shuo. They also learned martial arts from Lin Shuo and used to call Lin Shuo Master.
Lin Xing looked up and saw Lin Qian was stunned for a moment, then said excitedly: "Qianqian, you are back? Oh, Shuoshuo and Aunt Zhao are in the backyard."
"I understand." Lin Qian said, then went to the backyard.
There is a two-story building in the backyard, and the kitchen of Yuelai Pavilion is in the backyard.
As soon as she entered the backyard, Lin Qian saw Lin Shuo and Zhao Xiu preparing the hot pot base. She immediately called out, "Mom, Shuo Shuo, I'm back."
Lin Shuo and Zhao Xiu immediately turned around and looked at Lin Qian.
Zhao Xiu put down the work in her hands, walked towards Lin Qian and said, "Why did you come back only now? You've been gone for more than a year, and I was so worried." As she spoke, she looked Lin Qian up and down, her eyes a little red.
"That's right, we have made plans. If you don't come back, I will go find you." Lin Shuo also came over and said.
Lin Qian said, "Master left in November, and I stayed with him for three months. I wanted to come back last month, but the snow was so heavy that the mountain was closed, so I stayed for another month."
Speaking of Meng Yi, Lin Qian looked a little downcast. Lin Shuo asked, "Has Uncle Meng suffered?"
"No, my master got married when he went to the capital this time, so he didn't suffer when he left." Lin Qian said.
Zhao Xiu patted Lin Qian's shoulder and said, "That's good. Don't be too sad."
At this time, Lin Shuo smiled and said, "Sister, I have good news for you. Our father has been promoted to the rank of Sixth Rank Captain, with over a hundred soldiers under his command."
Lin Qian said in surprise: "Really? That's really good news. Did Dad say when he would be back?"
Zhao Xiu shook his head and said, "No, the border is still very chaotic. I don't know how many battles have been fought this year. I'm quite worried about your father."
"It's okay. I plan to go to the border later and visit my father then." Lin Qian said. She has learned a lot of theoretical knowledge now, but she has no practical foundation. In order to prepare for the medical competition in two years, she should gain more experience.
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