Su Dingfang was completely silent at this time.
He is not a stupid person, so he naturally understands some of the helplessness in the court.
As Li Jing's successor, he has always been a marginalized figure.
If it weren't for Yang Fan's guidance, he might still be a captain in some guard house!
Thinking of this, Su Dingfang couldn't help but smile bitterly.
He is indeed not suitable for fighting in the court!
But Su Dingfang soon felt relieved.
Since his governor knew everything, there was no need for him to worry about anything.
Just train the soldiers well.
Anyway, he is Yang Fan's knife, he can hit wherever he points.
Thinking of this, Su Dingfang was completely relieved.
Seeing this scene, Yang Fan couldn't help but smile.
He knew that from this moment on, this famous general of the Tang Dynasty would completely surrender to him.
Although Su Dingfang would not betray him in the past, the etiquette between the emperor and his ministers that had been unspoken for decades made Su Dingfang still have many concerns.
But now all this will be a thing of the past!
Yang Fan couldn't help but smile proudly that what he had done could be recognized by such a famous general.
At least, there are still people who can understand everything I do.
Yang Fan stood up slowly and came to the window. Then he asked leisurely: "How are the preparations for going to sea this time?"
Su Dingfang nodded and said: "Please rest assured, Commander-in-Chief, our Navy is always ready to escort these merchant ships to their safe arrival."
"I heard that Mr. Fang and the others have almost prepared the goods. All we need is your order to set off."
Yang Fan said happily: "Okay, after Duan Zhixuan takes office, you will set off immediately, and let Duan Zhixuan know that our place is not a place for him to get involved."
"This trip to the sea has opened a chapter in a new era. It will lay an unshakable foundation for the prosperity of the Tang Dynasty. It is also the first voyage to open overseas trade. There must be no mistakes."
Hearing Yang Fan's cautious words, Su Dingfang nodded, but was confused.
After all, in his eyes, only occupying the opponent is the most direct and straightforward way.
It's just making money, it doesn't open a new era.
And Yang Fan had no explanation.
After all, Su Dingfang simply couldn't understand the use of economic control over other countries.
Sometimes economic control is far more cruel than actual war.
When you think about the fact that superpowers in previous lives often used economic means to sanction other countries, and could render a country powerless to resist in minutes, you can understand the power of economic hegemony.
…
While Su Dingfang and Yang Fan were chatting, Duan Zhixuan was bought and invited by Xi Jun to the Governor's Mansion.
In the lobby of the Governor's Mansion, there was a huge crowd at this time. Almost all the officials from Huating County were invited here by Yang Fan.
The purpose is of course to "cleanse the dust" of Duan Zhixuan's long history.
Seeing such a large formation, Duan Zhixuan was not happy, and his face became twisted with anger.
No one came to greet him yesterday, but Yang Fan did this today, obviously trying to give himself eye drops again.
If it weren't for several guards standing next to him, Duan Zhixuan would have really wanted to overturn the table on the spot!
Throughout the ages, seating arrangements have been very particular.
As a long history, Duan Zhixuan should sit in the first position under Yang Fan.
But Yang Fan placed him almost at the end of the table, how could he not make Duan Zhixuan angry.
This is simply a naked humiliation!
The most important thing is that Yang Fan claims to be a good person for himself, but he doesn't dare to praise the food on the table.
Stir-fried cabbage, stir-fried eggplant, stir-fried green vegetables, stir-fried radish...
Although the table is full, there is no smell of meat at all. Are they feeding rabbits?
What's even more ridiculous is that there isn't even wine on the table, so how can you just take a break from the wind and wash away the dust?
Seeing that Duan Zhixuan was motionless, Yang Fan couldn't help but smile and asked: "My lord, I didn't take care of you yesterday, but I will make up for it today, don't you mind?"
"To express his apology, the Governor of Japan specially invited all the off-duty officials here today. Everyone knows each other."
"However, since we have to deal with government affairs today, all officials are not allowed to drink alcohol and can only drink tea instead of wine."
"Come on..., these are absolutely authentic, absolutely green and environmentally friendly, eat more!"
"It should be snowing heavily in Guanzhong now. You come from Guanzhong and want to eat such fresh dishes. It's rare, so you're welcome!"
Duan Zhixuan glared at Yang Fan fiercely and said coldly: "Isn't it just water spinach? Do you think I have never eaten it?"
I cursed in my heart.
Fuck you!
A table full of vegetables, how dare he say that they are just catching the wind and washing away the dust?
This guy invited so many officials here today, obviously because they wanted to see his jokes. It was really embarrassing.
Even if you don't entertain me this meal, it's better than having a table full of vegetarian food, right?
It’s better to go to the temple and have a bowl of vegetarian rice!
Seeing Duan Zhixuan blowing his beard and glaring, Yang Fan raised the corner of his mouth and said triumphantly: "Mr. Duan, this is wrong. As the saying goes, etiquette is light but affection is heavy. How can such an elegant person like you care about vulgar things?"
"Besides, these dishes are different from the vegetables you usually eat..."
Duan Zhixuan suppressed his anger and said angrily: "I would like to hear what's the difference?"
Yang Fan didn't seem to notice Duan Zhixuan's anger, and said proudly: "Tell it to the Duke, the origin of these vegetables is not simple. Even His Majesty today has not been able to eat them. Do you think it is so easy to get them?"
Duan Zhixuan couldn't help but said: "Your Majesty can't even eat it, who are you kidding? Do you think I am a three-year-old child?"
Yang Fan's expression did not change, but he looked serious: "This is Mr. Duan's fault. Do you know who grew these vegetables?"
"Who is it? Could it be that he was born from some great Confucian race?" Duan Zhixuan was a little confused.
Yang Fan said seriously: "Yes, the person who grows these vegetables is really the most talented person in the world. Not only is he handsome, but he is also full of talent. He is known as the Poet Immortal!"
When Su Dingfang and others heard Yang Fan talking nonsense, they couldn't help but almost laughed.
But my heart was almost laughing so hard that I couldn't even get angry.
Once the Grand Governor tells lies, he does so without blinking an eye.
"Who is Shixian? Why have I never heard of him?" Duan Zhixuan looked puzzled.
Is it possible that there is a poetry fairy outside who has rarely been out in the past two years?
He has never heard of it!
When Duan Zhixuan was confused, he suddenly found that Su Dingfang and Xi Junmai were laughing.
He didn't know that he was being tricked by Yang Fan again, and he suddenly became furious and said, "Yang Fan, how dare you trick me?"
Duan Zhixuan felt that he couldn't bear it anymore.
Although he knew that Yang Fan would not look good on him, he never expected that he would dare to look down on him in front of so many officials.
Duan Zhixuan really couldn't bear it anymore.
Duan Zhixuan stood up directly and roared with a livid face: "Yang Fan, do you really think I am easy to bully? Do you believe that I will fight you to the death?"
"Snapped!"
Lei Kunming stood up and shouted angrily: "Who do you think you are? You dare to threaten the Governor and seek death?"
Duan Zhixuan's face changed from green to white, from white to red, from red to purple, and he said angrily: "Who are you, how dare you roar in front of me?"
Although Lei Kunming was more than a lap bigger than Duan Zhixuan, Duan Zhixuan refused to give in.
Because he knew that once he gave in, he would never have a chance to compete with Yang Fan!
Lei Kunming said proudly: "I am the leader of Shanyue, and now I am begging for food under the governor's tent. What do you want?"
As he spoke, his fists as big as sandbags made a rattling sound as they twisted their joints, and if they had any disagreements, they would hit each other with their fists.
Upon hearing the quarrel, the guards outside the hall rushed into the hall.
Although these guards had their swords unsheathed, they were still watching eagerly and would capture Yang Fan as soon as he gave the order.
When the several guards brought by Duan Zhixuan heard the movement, they all ran over.
For a moment, the atmosphere suddenly became tense, and it was about to explode!
Yang Fan had a smile on his lips and waved his hand: "Kun Ming, please sit down first. We are civilized people and we can't do anything if we don't get along."
"If you become hysterical at the slightest disagreement, how is that any different from an animal?"
"My lord, do you think what I said is right?"
Hearing this, Duan Zhixuan's angry face turned the color of pig liver.
Yang Fan actually dared to say that he was an animal in a weird way.
He really wanted to bite off a piece of Yang Fan's flesh.
If you hadn't seen that Lei Kunming was not a simple character, and he was now weak.
He really wanted to beat up Yang Fan!
This kid's mouth is too poisonous, it's a murder weapon.
He really wanted to stop swallowing his anger.
But Duan Zhixuan knew that if he took action, he would have no choice but to return to Chang'an in despair.
By that time, he, Duan Zhixuan, will become a joke, a loser who was driven away before taking office.
Duan Zhixuan gritted his teeth and stared at Yang Fan fiercely, wishing that this guy would die immediately.
Seeing Yang Fan's smiling eyes, Duan Zhixuan could only flick his sleeves.
"Walk!"
The people present were stunned.
I thought there would be a fight between the newly arrived Chang Shi and Yang Fan.
Now it seems that the two are not on the same level at all.
"My lord, you can't leave!"
"Yes, we have to do it with them, we can't be timid!"
It has to be said that Duan Zhixuan and his subordinates are indeed brave people.
He didn't show any fear when facing Yang Fan.
At this time, Zhixuan was riding a tiger, thinking to himself, don't I want to give Yang Fan a hard time?
But this is someone else’s territory and cannot be beaten!
Seeing Yang Fan's proud expression, Duan Zhixuan wanted to punch that kid in the face!
To put it bluntly, this guy just wanted to make a fool of himself and become a laughing stock.
The more you say, the more mistakes you make!
Duan Zhixuan closed his mouth tightly and said nothing.
He was afraid that if he opened his mouth, a mouthful of blood would spurt out!
Yang Fan seemed to feel that it was almost done, so he said with a sincere face: "Oh, Mr. Duan, if you don't want to eat, just tell me directly, why should you be sulky."
"Today is for you to take care of yourself. Do you, the protagonist, want to escape?"
Hearing this, Duan Zhixuan could only snort and stop answering.
Yang Fan chuckled: "They say Mr. Duan has a broad mind. He can't even make a joke, right?"
"Besides, I'm right. I grow all these vegetables, and they don't even exist in the palace."
"Of course, if Chang Shi doesn't want to stay longer, I won't force him."
"I also met with you today. If Chang Shi feels that you can't even make a joke, please feel free to do so."
"However, our sea trade route will set sail for the first time tomorrow. As the chief historian, remember to go to the dock to see him off!"
Duan Zhixuan flicked his sleeves and smiled coldly: "Since the Governor has invited me, Duan will definitely arrive tomorrow."
"Duan is feeling a little uncomfortable today, please say goodbye!"
After saying that, Duan Zhixuan led the people away directly.
Duan Zhixuan walked away in despair as he watched, and the officials present were dumbfounded.
I thought that the imperial court sending a Duke would put Yang Fan in a bit of trouble.
Now it seems that this Duke is really a softie!
Those officials who had been half-hearted at first suddenly calmed down and no longer dared to have other thoughts.
…
Early the next morning, as the morning sun just emerged, Duan Zhixuan walked towards the dock with a few guards.
Since they were not very familiar with the road, they took several large circles before arriving at a military port.
The first thing I saw was several huge merchant ships.
The ship was at least ten times bigger than what they had seen before.
Possibly noticing their arrival, a group of patrolling soldiers surrounded them.
Looking at the huge ship, Duan Zhixuan was amazed.
"Why is this ship so big?"
The guard beside him also murmured to himself: "Yes, this ship is not only big, but also made of steel. Why doesn't it sink into the water? This is too weird..."
As he spoke, he couldn't help but swallow his saliva.
After all, this has subverted their cognition.
In the blink of an eye, the group of soldiers came to them, and one of the leaders shouted loudly: "Who are you so brave and crazy, how dare you sneak into a military important place and why don't you leave quickly!"
Duan Zhixuan said angrily: "How outrageous! I am the Chief of the Governor's Office, the Duke of the DPRK, and you dare to stop me. Are you really blind?"
He was really going to explode!
Before he took office, these people dared to yell at him, and no one from top to bottom took him seriously.
Yesterday, Yang Fan officially recognized the existence of his long history. Now that these people dare to be so unreasonable, Duan Zhixuan is of course furious.
Just when Duan Zhixuan was thinking about killing a few soldiers to vent his anger and shock these rebellious soldiers.
On the large merchant ship in front, another twenty or thirty soldiers emerged from the large merchant ship.
These people were condescending, with dozens of strong bows and powerful crossbows strung and arrows pointed at Duan Zhixuan and his party from a distance.
The soldier who spoke just now said loudly: "This is a naval port. Without the command of the Metropolitan Governor, there will be no mercy for killing."
"No matter who you are, I advise you to leave as soon as possible, otherwise, trespassers will die!"
Hearing this, Duan Zhixuan almost fell off the pier.
What the hell, a long history like my own can be bullied so casually?
Yang Fan doesn't care about himself, officials don't care about themselves...
Now even the navy is under Yang Fan's control, how can this be done?
In this way, even if he, a long-time official, takes office, he still has no rights. It is simply a false position.
If you want to squeeze out Yang Fan and take revenge, it is simply as difficult as going to heaven.
The more Duan Zhixuan thought about it, the more frightened he became. He no longer wanted to get angry with the soldier, and asked loudly: "I came here at the invitation of the Grand Governor, please report it?"
The words were polite, but the soldier did not have the consciousness to face the prince of the dynasty at all. He shouted impatiently: "This is the Navy. I said, only the command of the Grand Governor will do. I give you one last warning. Leave quickly, otherwise Kill without mercy!"
Duan Zhixuan's scalp was congested with blood, and he cursed: "Kill without mercy! Why the hell could you say something else? Who are you trying to scare? If you can, kill me!"
Facing the difficulties of the soldiers, Duan Zhixuan burst out with all his pent-up frustration!
He didn't believe that Yang Fan really dared to shoot a long history official who was the Duke of the country and the emperor on the spot?
Who are you trying to scare?
But the next second, he was so scared that he almost lost his soul.
Just listen to the soldiers yell: "Get ready."
All the strong bows on the ship were fully drawn, waiting for the last word.
Duan Zhixuan broke into cold sweat!
Just when he thought he was going to die, a voice came.
"Wait!"
I turned around and saw that it was Yang Fan.
At this moment, Duan Zhixuan felt that Yang Fan's voice was so kind for the first time.
This time he was really scared.
Yang Fan really dared to kill him!
Better to die than live!
Duan Zhixuan no longer dared to think about fighting for power.
He knew that this time it was a complete failure.
It seems that he can only return to Chang'an in disgrace!
I thought Yang Fan was just a young man.
But what he experienced in the past two days made Duan Zhixuan terrified again and again.
Not only does Yang Fan not follow official rules, but he also doesn't play by common sense. Who can handle this?
It’s so shady!
Looking at Duan Zhixuan, who was uncertain and depressed, Yang Fan nodded with satisfaction.
Regardless of whether this guy is pretending or not, after these two days of experience, I guess this guy doesn't dare to make any moves easily.
After all, both the officialdom and the navy showed Duan Zhixuan his control.
If this guy doesn't know how to appreciate it yet.
Even if he is punished by the emperor, Yang Fan will kill this guy here.
However, looking at this situation, this guy should not dare to make any more moves for a while!
(End of chapter)
