Chapter Fifty-Six: A Discourse on Merit and Demerit

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Leaving the teahouse, Li Longchuan got into Yan Fu's luxurious palanquin.

They sat opposite each other, without speaking for a while.

This time, Zhang Weiyue and Chong Xuan's sudden clash was quite intense.

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First was the renowned scholar, Er Fengming, who wrote a powerful essay titled "On Merit and Demerit," which ran for hundreds of words. His elegant prose and skillful use of allusions spread widely throughout Linzi in an instant.

This article discusses the core issue of whether merits and demerits can offset each other.

The ensuing debate was arguably the most intense in the last decade, reminiscent of the fervor when Xu Fang publicly berated the deposed prince.

One side used "The Treatise on Merit and Demerit" as their weapon, the other had the powerful essay "Heroism in the State," but it was turned into a spear against them.

The intense battles attracted many figures from the court and the public to witness them.

The final conclusion reached was: "Rewards for merit, punishments for faults. Merit should not be judged by past faults, and faults should not be judged by past merits."

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Therefore, it was natural for a newly appointed imperial censor to submit a memorial to the court, requesting an investigation into Jiang Qingyang...

This is a multifaceted political struggle, encompassing public opinion and the imperial court. Zhong Xuan Sheng, who is passively engaging in a war of attrition, and Zhang Wei Yu, who is taking an aggressive approach, are locked in a battle on all fronts.

Zhong Xuan Sheng on the one hand quickly organized a debate, rectifying Jiang Wang's reputation, and on the other hand kept digging into Zhang Weiyu's problems. At the same time, he stirred up public opinion in the court and among the people, questioning the motives of those who tried to discredit heroes. He almost managed to turn the situation around for Jiang Wang in his absence.

Unfortunately, this time Jiang Wang was covered in too many mud spots. It wouldn't do to leave them unwashed. Chong Xuan Sheng's side lacked inherent strength.

In the end, the investigation focused on Qingyang Town, as many had expected.

It is not a crime of war.

In the eyes of onlookers, Chongxuan's display of political acumen and his mobilization of political resources from the Chongxuan family in this confrontation were astonishing.

Originally, without realizing it, the pawn who was temporarily brought in to hammer against Chong Xuan Zun had firmly established his position. His control over Chong Xuan's political resources was now above Chong Xuan Zun!

In other words, within the House of Chongxuan, with Master Chongxuan remaining silent, more people supported Chongxuan Sheng even though his opponent was Chongxuan Fenghua.

This situation actually had hints long ago, but this time, it was made so clear to everyone.

After dismembering Chong Xuan Zun's private dealings, Chong Xuan Sheng had long since tied himself to many old families. His overseas deployment effectively isolated Chong Xuan Zun's influence.

After Chongxuan's forceful departure, the biggest chance for a comeback lay at the Yellow River confluence. He was very clear-headed; after understanding the situation, he didn't do anything superfluous and only focused on preparing for the Yellow River confluence with all his heart, and indeed, he did his best.

But unfortunately, he met Dou Zhao. And the one who took first place in the Yellow River was Jiang Wang, who was so close with Chong Xuan that they wore the same pants. All glory and honor went to Jiang Qingyang.

In the eyes of many, Chong Xuan Sheng's confrontation with Zhang Weiyu this time was more about displaying power than protecting Jiang Wang. It demonstrated that even if Jiang Wang encountered trouble, he would still have the support of most people in the Chong Xuan family.

While Li Longchuan and Yan Fu saw danger in Jiang Wang's situation.

Zhang Weiyu relentlessly pursued Jiang Wang, focusing his attention on Qingyang Town as if convinced that something there could hold Jiang Wang captive.

Outside Qingyang Town, it has long been sealed off.

If there are truly any problems, they cannot be concealed or shifted away.

At this time, getting closer to Jiang Wang carries some risk.

Amidst their worries, they decided to pay a visit and share a cup of tea, hoping to find some solutions.

Zhong Xuan kept his lips sealed, not uttering a single word. But his calm and confident demeanor spoke volumes.

"Brother Yan, what do you think of this Jiang Wang matter" Li Longchuan asked.

Yan Fu smiled: "What kind of person is Jiang Wang You should ask yourself, not me."

Li Longchuan said, "Of course I know what kind of person he is, but I'm asking about the matter."

"Chongxuan Sheng once said it right, Jiang Wang is not in Qi now, his image is up for grabs. If you really want to know the truth of this matter, you might as well ask him directly in the future." Yan Fu looked at him: "I think he won't hide anything from you."

Li Longchuan let out a long sigh: "You're right!"

Yan Fu just smiled.

After a while, Li Longchuan asked again, "What do you think is in Qingyang Town"

Yan Fu smiled and said, "This issue, I think Zhang Weiyue is just as concerned about it as you are."

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"Are you saying..."

“Before I came, I still had doubts, but now I am very sure. No matter what Zhang Weiyue found out, how accurate the source of information was, it was just to fulfill Chong Xuan's intentions.” Yan Fu said with admiration: “Even you are so worried, Zhang Weiyue must be even more confident. But he is destined not to have any harvest.”

“Zhang Weiyǔ could not be that easily deceived, ” Li Longchuan frowned and said, “He must have grasped some important clue to invest so much effort.”

"This is the prowess of Chong Xuan Sheng." Yan Fu, however, was truly very relaxed: "Just wait and see."

He thought for a moment, then asked, “Want to make a bet”

Lee Lung-chuan resolutely shook his head: "I won't gamble with you. I would feel the pain of losing, but you wouldn't. It wouldn't be a fair game."

“Haha.” Yan Fu stopped laughing and suddenly said, “We’re here!”

Li Longchuan raised the curtain to go out, but after glancing at the bustling street, he blurted out, "Where to"

Yàn Fǔ very considerately pointed with his finger: "Walk forward a few steps, turn past that street, and the Cui Cheng Houfu won't be far."

“Of course I know this isn't far from my home...not that it matters.” Li Longchuan seemed quite perplexed: “So, should I just head back now”

His expression clearly asked, "Aren't we going to go play together"

"Do you think I just randomly chose the teahouse as an excuse to end our conversation"

Yan Fu smiled and said, "Ding Lan was really waiting for me!"

Lee Lung-chuan: …

After Yan Fu and Li Longchuan left, Chong Xuan also departed from the teahouse.

Today, he had some important business to attend to. He just made a quick phone call to Yan Fu and Li Longchuan before leaving.

Besides Fourteen, no one else came.

His goal was very clear: to go straight to the capital's Patrol Inspectorate.

Led by Zhang Weihui and Ma Xiong, the search team is getting ready here.

Ma Xiong goes without saying, he is a senior player.

However, despite being a fourth-rank Qingpai Captain, he had little room to speak against Zheng Xuan Sheng. Of course, his supervisory role over Zhang Wei Yu was also quite limited.

Of course, Chong Xuan wouldn't just let such a team run free to search.

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Zhang Weiyu is an elegant and capable young man.

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Seeing Chongxuan arrive, he frowned without concealing it: “Our journey is for official business, Master Chongxuan. Your presence isn’t quite suitable.”

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Zhong Xuan smiled and replied, "There's no logic to saying that if the homeowner isn't present, their house can be searched at will! If you just put random things around, how can Jiang Wang make any sense of it"

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Zhang Weiyǔ responded calmly as well. Having already won a match, he had a psychological advantage when facing Chong Xuan: "You can call Jiang Wang back to watch. You can contact him, right"

“I can’t.” Chong Xuan said earnestly: “Jiang Qingyang is a national hero, but he was tragically framed and hunted down. Now his life and death are unknown. I didn't expect anyone to be so cruel and heartless, even setting fire to his backyard…”

This is just a simple test.

"Stop beating around the bush, everyone knows what's going on." Zhang Weiyue interrupted him, "Just say what you want,"

Zhong Xuan Sheng smirked. "Jiang Wang isn't here, so I represent him fully. His responsibilities and obligations are all on my shoulders. So this time during the search, I absolutely have to be present."

“Are you representing him” Zhang Weiyu raised an eyebrow. “You vouching for Jiang Wang with the weight of the Chongxuan family”

If that's really the case, then he'd better think twice.

A single person's weight cannot be compared to that of the entire Xuan School.

"As long as my ancestors are still around, where would I get the audacity to represent the Chongxuan family"

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Zhong Xuan chuckled softly, but his expression suddenly turned serious: "I vouch for myself as Jiang Wang."

Zhang Weiyǔ fell silent for a moment, then suddenly laughed and said, "This isn't a joke. There's no need to vouch for him. If Young Master Chongxuan wants to follow along, let him. This official conducts himself impartially and is not afraid of being supervised!"in, nor for its people.A small courtyard, a cat, and a gentle smile were all he held dear.But everything is gone now.Regarding the person he encountered today, he inevitably felt a bit curious—that fa...