The voice of the yamen servant was high and fierce. Most of the people who could only stay at home in winter heard the voice of the yamen servant and walked out of their houses one after another. There were crowds of people asking why this was happening.
Emperor Zongming had been seeking immortality for more than twenty years, and the alchemists had been arrogant for more than twenty years.
Although alchemists have been taken advantage of by temples in recent years, their influence among the people is still very great.
Among other things, residents in the imperial capital must have a booklet printed by the alchemist in several households, which will predict bad luck according to the date, and what time is suitable for doing things.
In most places among the people, people actually choose auspicious days according to the booklets distributed by alchemists!
Even in more remote and wild places, even relying on the alchemist's pamphlets is enough to become a highly respected and capable person, and many people can make a living through it.
Suddenly, Emperor Zongming ordered that all books about alchemists be confiscated, which was almost an earth-shattering event for many people.
Facing the surging crowd, the official who was beating the gong looked unkind and said: "What's the use of asking me? Whoever has books written by alchemists should hand them over immediately! Don't blame me for not reminding you that after the fifteenth day, anyone in the imperial capital will be found Keeping a copy privately will be punished as treason!"
After saying that, he didn't even wait for anyone's response, he pushed aside the people blocking him in front and continued shouting.
There are many government officials like him.
At the same time, a large number of Jinyi guards had surrounded Qingfengguan. Wave after wave of people were forcibly dragged out. Anyone who dared to resist at all would be hacked to death.
In just a short moment, Qingfeng Temple, which was full of incense, seemed to have turned into a purgatory on earth.
After killing dozens of guys in Taoist robes like this, the remaining people did not dare to move anymore. They were bound hand and foot, tied together, and escorted to the sky prison.
Lu An, the commander of the Jinyi Guards at the front, looked at all this with a cold eyebrow, and there was a bit of pleasure in his fierce eyes.
Jin Yiwei has been waiting for this day for too long.
It’s really unreasonable that a mere alchemist could be singled out as a holy family member for more than 20 years!
It's time for Jin Yiwei to raise his head and tell the world who he should really fear.
Once such a good opportunity is missed, I don't know how long it will take for Jin Yiwei to be reused by the emperor again.
"Remember me, if an alchemist dares to deceive the Holy One, he will not be punished, and he must not be merciful. If you let me know who let an alchemist escape, then don't blame me for being rude!"
Lu An crossed his arms in front of him, and there was clearly a smile on his face, but that smile was a bit colder than the cold wind in winter.
You can kill or not, you must kill! You can catch it or not, but you must catch it! Everything should be done strictly, quickly and urgently!
Behead first and report later, imperial authority has granted!
In the winter of Zongming's thirty-sixth year, the "Alchemist's Disaster" that lasted for twenty-four years finally came to an end at this time.
Emperor Zongming ordered the eradication of the demagogic alchemist books among the people. Even the once glorious Qingfeng Temple became dilapidated overnight. Blood flowed out of the temple and screams could not be heard.
There are very few people who really know the inside story of this matter, and most people have not come to their senses yet.
As a result, some people who were lucky enough did not turn in the books written by the alchemists within the fifteen-day deadline. What awaited them would be the destruction of their families by the Jin Yiwei.
Gu Dan was not in the mood to pay attention to this important event for the time being, because Mo Qiu finally came back.
It was the morning of the fourth day after Mo Qiu left, and the second day after the Yamen official announced Emperor Zongming's edict.
Mo Qiu calmly knocked on the door of the Mo Family Martial Arts Hall.
Gu Dan, who was taking Cang to breathe fresh air in the hospital, thought it was a patient coming to help. The moment he opened the door, he couldn't help but be startled.
Then I was overjoyed.
Originally, he had prepared for the worst, and even prepared the carriage for safety reasons.
If Mo Qiu didn't come back within seven days at most, he would leave the imperial capital with Cang and Xun Ke and find a place to live in seclusion for a while. The emperor would definitely not be able to stay there anyway.
However, after staying in the palace for three full days, Mo Qiu walked out safely!
If there wasn't a little guy in his arms, Gu Dan would have really wanted to give him a big hug.
Congratulations on the return of old friends, and rejoice that those who are willing to sacrifice their lives for the common people are safe and sound!
Gu Dan opened his mouth, changed his greeting several times, and finally said: "You're back?"
"came back!"
Mo Qiu nodded affirmatively, but there was not much joy on his face. He first glanced at the little guy in Gu Dan's arms, and then continued: "Half the result with twice the effort is not the full result."
"If you are too strong, you will be broken, if you are too relaxed, there will be so many good things that have the best of both worlds? Being able to come back alive is better than anything else. If the Mo family loses you, there will be no next pillar. A gentleman will not stand behind a dangerous wall. , If you want to realize your ambitions, you must not only know how to sacrifice your life, but also learn to cherish your life.”
Gu Dan breathed a sigh of relief. His relationship with Mo Qiu could be described as both a teacher and a friend. After more than ten years of getting along with each other, they were more like relatives than relatives.
He didn't want to stop Mo Qiu from realizing his ideal, but he also sincerely hoped that Mo Qiu would take the risk with his own life.
Emperor Zongming was moody and wanted to put his personal thoughts on the emperor's head. In any case, it was an extremely dangerous thing.
Even if you have the ambition to save the world, you can only do nothing.
"The alchemists have been causing harm to the country for more than twenty years. If we don't use dangerous tactics, it will take me who knows how long it will take to eliminate the influence of the alchemists. Time is not waiting for me, so I have to take this strategy."
Mo Qiu didn't object to Gu Dan's views, but everyone had their own ambitions. If they wanted to achieve great achievements in a short period of time, how could it be possible without risking their lives?
"Master Mo!"
Xun Ke on the side was extremely excited to see Mo Qiu, and finally caught the gap between the two of them talking and came over.
"Study hard. Brother Gu said that the Mo family can't find a pillar other than me. You heard it, but you have to work harder. It's best if you can scare him."
Mo Qiu reached out and rubbed Xun Ke's head, his expression softened a lot.
In most cases, he actually appears to be quite approachable, especially when facing his disciples.
A group of three people and a small baby walked towards the house, talking about their expectations for the future.
...
In the Hall of Nourishing Heart.
Emperor Zongming, who was still wearing Taoist robes, beat everything in front of him angrily, and his wrinkled face was filled with unquenchable anger.
"Qingpingzi, Qingpingzi! How dare he? How dare he?!"
The rare treasure worth tens of thousands of gold was beaten to pieces in the angry shouting, and the servants who were supposed to be serving at the side were already lying on their knees and trembling.
Only Eunuch Fang held on to his courage, raised his head slightly and said, "Your Majesty, don't be so angry. Although Qing Pingzi has temporarily escaped from the imperial capital, isn't Mo Qiu also here? He is also a martial arts master. , you can send him to capture Qing Pingzi!"
