Jianghuai Lang suddenly felt that he was filled with sadness and had nowhere to vent. He already understood in his heart that even Beiluo's sect, which had always been indifferent to worldly affairs, was now stepping forward. He was afraid that Nanling had reached a point where it could not be saved, but this Master Su could actually get it. City Lord Shen's support shows that his abilities and status are far higher than he imagined.
Jiang Huailang was silent for a moment, looked sideways at Su Jingqian, and said hesitantly: "Master Su is neither of royal blood nor has any mass base. Regardless of whether the army is successful or not, based on this alone, even if he conquers the country in the future, he will be defeated by future generations. Criticize him, saying that Mr. Su is plotting to usurp the throne."
Su Jingqian picked up the tea cup unhurriedly and took a sip. His expression looked relaxed and comfortable, even a little lazy, but there was a hint of edge in his deep eyes.
He raised his lips and smiled, and said in a deep voice: "If you follow the great road, the world is fair. If the road is not right and does not benefit the world, you will seek to usurp the throne; if you follow the right road and benefit the world, it is said to establish a new world."
He suddenly raised his eyes and looked directly at Jiang Huailang. The sharpness in his eyes suddenly bloomed. In an instant, he was filled with brilliance and overwhelming momentum. "What Su did was to set the right path, establish the world, and unite the two countries." Two become one.”
When Jiang Huailang heard this, his eyebrows jumped, and a sharp light as sharp as a blade flashed in his eyes, and he asked in a deep voice: "Who is Mr. Su?"
Su Jingqian scanned the area for a week and replied calmly: "Su Jin belongs to Dongchen Kingdom."
As soon as these words came out, the hall fell into a dead silence again, as if you could hear a needle drop.
Su Jin, Emperor Jingren of the Dongchen Kingdom, was hailed by the people as an unparalleled wise king, and this name had already spread to every corner of Nanling.
Lin Wanwan subconsciously looked at the Nie brothers and sisters. She wondered what the two brothers and sisters should feel at this time. The person they swore allegiance to was actually the King of Dongchen. This was no different from treason, and might even lead to the subjugation of the country in the future. accomplice.
The two Nie brothers and sisters looked at each other with somewhat complicated expressions, but soon regained their composure. However, Lin Wanwan knew in her heart that with the upright temperament of the Nie brothers and sisters, even if they didn't say anything, they still felt in their hearts at this time. It must have been uncomfortable. Lin Wanwan really felt sorry for Long Shuang.
Su Jin played this move very cunningly. He first put pressure on the two Nie brothers and sisters to surrender, and then revealed their identities. As expected of him, he had no plans and would not let go of anyone who was valuable.
Jiang Huailang stared at Su Jingqian in silence, with an ever-changing expression in his eyes. His heart seemed to be hit by a storm. Suddenly, shock, surprise, vigilance, excitement, and many other emotions surged in his turbulent heart. The ups and downs made it difficult for him to make a decision.
It is rumored that Emperor Jing Ren was assassinated by a rebel gang, and his face was completely disfigured. He usually wears a mask to show others, but the face of the person in front of him is intact...
It seems that the rumor back then was his escape plan to leave Dongchen and sneak into Nanling. Emperor Jingren probably had a premeditated plan for Nanling, but Jiang Huailang didn't expect that he would be willing to give up his pampered life and lie dormant with the dignity of ninety-five. Having lived in the Nanling brothel for many years, Jiang Huailang admired his courage and magnanimity alone, compared to the arrogant and extravagant Emperor Dehui who only wasted people and money.
He should feel lucky in his heart, because the person in front of him is the wise ruler who is praised by everyone. If Nanling is managed by him, the future will definitely be clear and bright, and it will be as smooth as the Dongchen Kingdom, and the country will be peaceful and the people are safe. This will be good for the people It is undoubtedly the best destination.
But Jiang Huailang felt sad in his heart. He knew very well that taking refuge in Emperor Jingren was equivalent to taking refuge in Dongchen. This was not only a betrayal of the imperial court and the Tian family, but also a betrayal of Nanling's centuries-old foundation. , is treason, is disloyal and unjust!
Jiang Huailang closed his eyes, slowly suppressed the thousands of thoughts rising in his heart, and said with difficulty: "Jiang..."
Su Jingqian seemed to see Jiang Huailang's inner struggle. Jiang Huailang uttered two words before they were cut off by Su Jingqian: "Mr. Jiang, great love means love for the world, and great benevolence must sacrifice small righteousness, and sacrifice small righteousness for great righteousness." And those who rectify the world are not unjust; those who take the world's heart as their heart, and take measures according to the circumstances for the sake of eternal peace, are not unfaithful. The people are the foundation of the country, and the ruler relies on the people to survive, but also to destroy the people, and does not win the support of the people. How to consolidate a country?"
Su Jingqian's tone was extremely calm, but every word seemed to carry a pressure, like a heavy hammer, hitting Jiang Huailang's heart hard, completely erasing Jiang Huailang's struggle and hesitation. Hit to pieces.
Jiang Huailang was silent for a long time. After the last trace of confusion dissipated from his eyes, he sighed: "That's it!"
Those who serve as officials should be loyal to the monarch and care about the country and the people. But if the monarch is debauched and immoral, harms the people, only hears flattery and does not listen to loyal advice and advice, what is the difference between being loyal to such a monarch and being a sycophant? If you cannot establish the right position in the world and follow the great path of the world, but instead help the ignorant king to poison the people, why should you be an official? Now that the Ming Lord is before us, why not obey Heaven and show compassion to the people? I would rather go to the sea for the moon than return to the mountain for the clouds. Even if you have to bear infamy in this life, what do you have to fear? To straighten the world and realize the righteousness of life is the respect for the country, the people and life, and it is also the duty of a minister.
Jiang Huailang slowly clenched his hands, and then gradually loosened them. As if he had made up his mind, he suddenly stood up and knelt in front of him. He bowed respectfully to Su Jingqian and said, "I, Jiang Huailang, am willing to do my best for your majesty." , loyal to the festival of chastity, followed by death!”
Su Jingqian helped Jianghuai Lang, nodded and said: "The governance of the world depends on the virtuous. It is Dongchen's luck, the people of Nanling's luck, and the world's common people's luck to have your help."
Jiang Huailang stood up slowly, with tears in his eyes. He suppressed the turmoil in his heart a little, bowed to Su Jingqian again, and said sincerely: "I have only one wish. I beg your Majesty to govern as well as Dongchen in the future." Good Nanling, cleanse away the filth of Nanling, so that the people can live and work in peace and contentment, and no longer have to suffer from the hardships of eating in the wind and sleeping in the open."
Su Jingqian put away the lazy attitude of the past, and showed his sharpness, showing the true nature of an emperor who rules over the world. He solemnly promised: "It is my responsibility to ensure that the country does not suffer from hunger and cold, and the people do not have the desire to leave the land. I hope I will live up to your trust today."
Lin Wanwan had no intention of listening to the rest of the conversation. After saying "Excuse me" to a few people, she wandered alone on Zhuangzi.
"Sister Wan."
Lin Wanwan didn't go far when she heard Long Shuang calling her. Looking back, she realized that Long Shuang had also come out.
"Sisters?" Lin Wanwan smiled at her and asked, "Why did you come out?"
"The three of them have something serious to talk about. I don't understand much and can't get in the way, so I just came out to look for you."
The couple walked up to Lin Wanwan, and a smile as bright as a spring flower bloomed on their beautiful face, "So your name is Lin Wanwan."
Lin Wanwan smiled and nodded.
Long Shuang pretended to be frivolous and looked her up and down carefully, and joked: "No wonder she is so beautiful and graceful. She turns out to be the lady of the city lord's palace of Beiluo Division. It's really disrespectful."
"Sisters..."
Lin Wanwan felt a little guilty. Long Shuang and Yiyi both treated her sincerely, but she had concealed her true identity for so long. She didn't know if they would blame her.
Just when Lin Wanwan was a little uneasy, she saw Long Shuang extending his hand towards her, with a somewhat heroic demeanor, and said generously: "Let's get acquainted again, Nie Ya, the Nanling Nie family."
Lin Wanwan was startled for a moment, then put her hands in the cage's hands and said, "Beiluo Master, Lin Wanwan."
The moment their hands clasped together, the two looked at each other and smiled.
"I'm a little busy during this period, so updates are a bit slow, sorry~"
