The happy life of a prodigal

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If it were placed in the past, no matter what, it would be a prince with a hundred thousand elites in his hands.

At that time, if he wanted to enter the capital, it would not be too much for the Minister of Rites to go out of the city to greet him in person.

However, now he is just a prisoner, so sending someone to help him is completely dispensable.

The Mu family has reached this point, and the tree has fallen and the macaques are scattered.

It is impossible for anyone to rescue Mu Ying.

In fact, it was Mu Ying's own idea to plead guilty.

He knew in his heart that the Mu family was doomed.

Since he was going to die no matter what, he might as well sacrifice himself and his three sons in exchange for the Mu family not being implicated.

Of course, all of this is based on the fact that the current emperor is a benevolent king, so he dared to take such a risk.

Muying doesn't matter...

Then, what the old emperor really wanted himself to do was undoubtedly to secretly investigate the granaries in the Central Plains.

As for why he sent himself to do this at this time, Fang Xiu could also guess.

The old emperor didn't care about it before, probably because the war had just started and he was afraid of causing turmoil in the rear.

However, now that the battle has been decided, this matter has naturally been brought up again.

In addition to natural disasters and man-made disasters, what role did the state capitals play in the famine disaster in the Central Plains? This is a very serious problem, and a trustworthy person must be investigated.

There is no doubt that I am the old emperor's trustworthy person!

Chapter 500 Assessor

Could it be that the old emperor entrusted himself with a matter so solemnly, Fang Xiu was also very serious, without any hesitation, he cupped his hands and said: "I will definitely live up to your majesty's trust!"

Seeing this scene, Emperor Chu nodded with a warm expression on his face, and said, "It's a long way to the West Central Plains Road, and I don't know how many difficulties and obstacles you will have to go through during the journey. You must be careful in everything."

The old emperor's expression didn't change much, but the concern revealed in his tone was genuine.

After Fang Xiu heard this, he felt more warmth in his heart, nodded, and said: "I understand, thank you, Your Majesty."

The Emperor Chu looked at him, and seemed to think of something again, and said: "The three provinces of the Central Plains are no better than the land of Gyeonggi. Although the imperial court has provided disaster relief, there are still lingering problems from the famine disaster. When we get there, we can no longer act arrogantly like we were in the capital. .....

In addition, I will send a team of guards from the pro-military mansion to go with you to protect your safety.

Well, that's all I'm going to say.

No matter how much you say, I'm afraid it will annoy you. All in all, be careful in everything. After a while, three days at the latest, I will draw up an imperial decree, and you can go as the Central Plains Taoist envoy. "

According to the inspector is a relatively special position in the state of Chu, its nominal duties are to inspect various provinces, assess the administration of officials, and be in charge of a range of criminal law matters.

In addition, there is another part of the duty of supervising the censor.

However, there are already criminal envoys, envoys who mention law, etc., and there are Jiedu envoys and imperial officials sent by the Inspectorate to the local area.

According to the inspector, it has become a very weak position. He can control everything, but in fact, few people listen to him.

In the end, the imperial court simply did not set up inspectors at the local level, but regarded it as a position that only existed on the roster of the Ministry of Rites.

Over time, it gradually evolved into a position similar to that of a 'special envoy'.

If there is any decision made by the court, when someone needs to go to a certain way to do something, this inspector will come in handy.

Like the Jiedushi, they are all of the third grade, but they have no real power. After returning to the capital after finishing their work, this temporary position will generally be withdrawn.

"Your Majesty Shengming, what you said is also very profound. After hearing this, I really feel..."

Before he finished speaking, he heard Chu Huang say: "If you say these words again, I can't guarantee that your 30 taels of silver will really change your mind."

Fang Xiu heard this, and hurriedly said: "These days when the minister is not here, you must take care of your health...The minister will retire first!"

After finishing speaking, he turned and left the Nuan Pavilion without the slightest pause.

Sitting on the dragon chair, Emperor Chu laughed dumbfoundedly when he saw this scene, shook his head, and said nothing more.

Instead, he looked down at the memorial on the desk, and subconsciously frowned slightly.

I hope that the situation in the Three Ways of the Central Plains is not as bad as mentioned in the report submitted by the factory guard...

............

Fang Xiu came out of the palace, still bowing his head, thinking about the things before.

Since I came to this world, I haven't left the capital much, to be precise, I haven't left the capital city much.

The farthest time I went was to catch some crayfish in the outskirts of the city.

This time, he had to leave Gyeonggi and go to the completely unfamiliar Central Plains West Road. He really had to think carefully about what he needed to prepare on the way.

Among other things, the weather is getting colder and colder, so we must prepare more small stoves and charcoal fires.

The old emperor said that he would transfer a team of guards from the pro-military mansion, but he didn't know if he could choose from the pro-military mansion, and he didn't know if he could bring other people...

Fang Xiu felt a little depressed at the thought of leaving his heated house and running to the Central Plains West Road a hundred miles away in a bumpy carriage.

If you have just come to this world, you will still feel excited and excited, plus some curiosity.

However, after staying in the capital for such a long time, he already has a good understanding of what this world is like.

The same is probably true of other places. There is really nothing worth exploring. It is better to stay in your own comfortable nest and read quietly...

Of course, it's more about playing cards.

Fang Xiu thought so, raised his eyes and glanced, but was startled.

At some point, there were dozens of people in front of him, all of whom were staring at him with very...strange smiles.

"Who are you? What are you doing here? Let me tell you, this is the imperial palace, and a hundred steps away is the pro-military camp. Regardless of how many people you have..."

Fang Xiu subconsciously thought that these guys were the merchants who came to avenge him because he was imprisoned in the Yamen of the Kyoto Prefecture. While talking to delay time, he slowly backed away, hoping that the soldiers at the palace gate would notice the movement here.

Seeing this scene, the dozens of people in front of them laughed even more weirdly, some seemed to be flattering, and some seemed to be... crying?

Fang Xiu looked at them and always felt a little weird.

Fortunately, it's daytime now, if I saw this scene at night, I'm afraid I'd be scared to death.

"Don't be afraid of Xin'anbo, we are all merchants who are doing business in this capital, and this time I came to you because I have some things to discuss with you."

At this time, someone in the crowd finally spoke.

However, his voice was extremely low.

Obviously worried about attracting the attention of the pro-military soldiers guarding the gate.

According to the regulations, anyone who makes loud noises in front of the palace and picks quarrels will be imprisoned for a year at most and fined a hundred taels of silver.

Hearing this, Fang Xiu glanced at them, indeed he saw a few familiar faces among the crowd, he felt relieved immediately, and asked, "Since you have something to do with me, why didn't you come to the house?"

The person who spoke before heard this, with a bitter expression on his face, and said: "It is true that the young ones went to the uncle's house first, but after waiting for a long time, they couldn't see the people in the uncle's house. Boss Bai came back home.

Director Bai wanted to let the dogs bite the little ones without saying a word, and the little ones were also forced to do so. Heard that someone saw that Uncle you entered the palace this morning, so he was waiting for you here, hoping to see you. "

When he said this, the dozens-year-old man had an aggrieved expression on his face.

The people next to him also seemed to have thought of something, and their expressions more or less changed, either sad, shameful, or just as wronged as he was.

Seeing this scene, Fang Xiu also felt a little embarrassed.

Although all the money in Baolefang has been paid back, he is still a little worried, always afraid that there will be some people who want to seek revenge.

Then he told the servants of the mansion that if they saw someone who looked like a merchant in front of the mansion and wanted to see him, and if they repeatedly blocked him but failed, they could let the dog go.

For this reason, Bai Xiaochun specially went to the suburbs to find a big wolf dog, and tied it not far from the gate of the house.

Chapter 5 and One

These people are probably the first people outside Fangfu to feel the deterrent power of that big wolf dog.

"Cough cough..."

Fang Xiu looked at these dozens of years old people who still looked aggrieved, coughed twice in embarrassment, and said: "Recently, the house was attacked by thieves, and the servants are a little nervous, everyone, don't take it to heart.

By the way, didn't you ask me to discuss something?

It just so happens that I'm free right now, so you can talk about it here. "

These merchants are all extremely shrewd, and they have seen a lot of people and the world. Hearing what Fang Xiu said, he immediately understood that they didn't want to waste time.

So, without any further detours, he said very straightforwardly: "Actually, we are looking for Xin Amber to ask you if it is possible... to sell your houses to us."

When the leader said this, he also felt a little embarrassed.

After all, it is always inappropriate to want to buy someone else's house out of nowhere.

It's just that they all know what kind of person Xin Amber is in their hearts.

As long as the price is right, none of this is a big deal.

The key question is...what is the right price.

But......

Something happened beyond their expectation.

The Xin'anbo Fangxiu who controlled at least one-tenth of the mansions in the capital was not as excited as expected to discuss the prices of those mansions with them.

Instead, he straightened his face and said in a cold voice: "What do you mean by this? Let me ask you, before this, has any of you ever seen someone standing in front of others and wanting to buy another house?

Although our Fangfu is not a famous family in the capital, it is not something that anyone can bully at will! "

"Uncle, you misunderstood, you misunderstood..."

When the merchants saw Fang Xiu getting angry, they waved their hands again and again, with flattering expressions on their faces, and said, "We are not buying your ancestor's house, but...

Hey, let's tell the truth, didn't you buy so many houses last month at the dental store, and one of them was handed down by your little ancestor.

In those days, the land deed and house deed of the small mansion were accidentally stolen by the little bastard at home, and they were pawned in the tooth shop.

That is the house handed down by the ancestors, how can I sell it as a young man, so..."

When Fang Xiu heard this, his expression became even colder, and he asked, "You mean, you want me to return your house deed and land deed to you?"

Hearing this, the merchant hurriedly waved his hands and said, "Of course the little one didn't mean that...

The title deed and the house deed have passed through the hands of the tooth dealer, and when they arrive at your house, they will naturally belong to you.

It's just that, after all, it was Xiao's ancestor's house, and after thinking about it, Xiao still...

Hey......

The younger one thought, after burying it in the soil, it would be difficult to explain to the ancestors when they went down. "

Having said this, he had a sad expression on his face, and wiped away his tears in a serious manner, before continuing: "The younger one had a dream that night, about his father who had already passed away. mother.

They wandered around in front of the little one, asking the little one: Son, where is the house that daddy left you?Where did you go?

I don't even know how to respond..."

"Enough is enough!"

The more Fang Xiu listened, the more he felt an urge to curse. He waved his hands and said, "In short, you just want to buy back the land deed and house deed that originally belonged to your family?"

Hearing this, the merchant opened his mouth, wanting to say something, but before he could speak, Fang Xiu stretched out a hand to stop him.

"Don't say anything else, just answer me with one sentence, yes, or, no?"

"Yes!"

Seeing this scene, the merchant immediately expressed his opinion: "Of course, I know that the price of the capital's mansion has skyrocketed during this period, and I will never let you suffer from Xin'anbo.

How much has the average house price listed by the dental shop increased that day, and the money given by the small ones will never be less than theirs! "

Fang Xiu didn't answer him, but looked at the other merchants and asked, "Your parents also gave you dreams?"

Dozens of merchants felt a little embarrassed when they heard this.

But embarrassment is not as important as money.

So, they all nodded: "Xin'an Bo Mingjian, my parents had a dream yesterday, and they must redeem the house passed down from their ancestors. Even if they lose their lives, they can't lose the inheritance left by their ancestors... ..”

"I have never seen what my parents look like since I was a child, but some time ago, my parents also appeared in my dream..."

"......"