amaotonovel Chapter 205: Disciples
Chapter 205: Disciples
"Don't worry, Lord Li. His Majesty is just too tired." Chen Dong said calmly.
Li Rushan hesitated to speak.
Chen Dong's face was icy cold, and he said in a serious tone: "Master Li!"
"I have something to do at home, so I'll take my leave first." Li Rushan sighed and bowed.
After Li Rushan left, Chen Dong immediately helped Yan Yunzheng back to the bedroom, gave her acupuncture to relieve the pain, and also boiled a decoction for her.
After drinking the medicine, Yan Yunzheng's face finally regained its color. However, it was still very ugly.
"Then Li Rushan knows." Yan Yunzheng's face was gloomy.
Chen Dong was also having a headache. "You take a rest first. When he comes to see me tomorrow, I will go through his ideas carefully."
Yan Yunzheng hummed, closed her eyes and fell asleep, but her brows were still furrowed.
Chen Dong's face was solemn, and he said to himself: "You made my woman frightened, Li Rushan, oh Li Rushan, you are really an old man who wants to hang himself."
…………
When Li Rushan returned home, he did not realize that a disaster was about to happen. Instead, he wrote down what Chen Dong said neatly.
"Establish a heart for heaven and earth, establish a destiny for the people, and create peace for all generations!"
Li Rushan kept muttering as he wrote, and his expression changed every time he muttered.
This sentence shocked him greatly.
“What kind of mind does one have to have to say such words!” Li Rushan sighed.
He carefully took out one thousand taels of silver, and his eyes gradually became firm.
As long as I can learn the true knowledge to help the world, what's wrong with taking a eunuch as my teacher? What does it matter if I am despised by all officials?
He will go down in history!
The next morning, Li Rushan came to the Jinyiwei government office with the silver bills.
Before he could give his name, the Jinyiwei at the gate of the government office said first, "Sir Li, please follow me."
Li Rushan's face tightened for no reason.
When he arrived at Chen Dong's office, he saw that Chen Dong had not arrived yet, so he stood at the door waiting.
About an incense stick later, Chen Dong came in with two Hu bings, eating them.
"You're here quite early. Come in." Chen Dong greeted.
After the two entered the house, Li Rushan immediately handed over the silver bill with both hands.
Chen Dong didn't take it. He pursed his lips and said, "Put it on the table first."
By the time Li Rushan put down the banknote, Chen Dong had already eaten one of the Hu pancakes in his hand.
"Sir Li, this Hubing from the Western Regions is big and fragrant. Have you ever eaten it?" Chen Dong asked with a smile.
Li Rushan was a little puzzled, but still answered truthfully, "I have eaten it, and it tastes really good."
"So, although it is imported, it can gain a foothold in Yanjing and bring benefits to people all over the world. It has value in existence, don't you think?" Chen Dong took a bite of the Hu pancake and stared into Li Rushan's eyes.
A look of confusion flashed across Li Rushan's eyes. He felt that there was something behind Chen Dong's words, but he did not expect the deeper meaning of his words.
Chen Dong was not in a hurry either. He chewed the Hu Bing while looking at Li Rushan.
Li Rushan seemed to understand something and thought about what Chen Dong was saying.
He was talking about His Majesty.
"Commander Chen, Hubing is certainly valuable, and many people like it. However, some people can't stand the taste of Hubing and still don't want to accept Hubing." Li Rushan said.
"Are there many people like this?" Chen Dong asked.
Li Rushan pondered for a moment and said, "Half and half."
Chen Dong understood.
Many people have guessed that Yan Yunzheng is a woman.
Perhaps it was because of the roar that Prince Jing let out before his death, perhaps it was because Yan Yunzheng had not been close to any woman in the three years since he ascended the throne, or perhaps it was for some other reason.
However, these people pretended to be ignorant even though they knew the truth. Yan Yunzheng did not touch their interests, so of course they would not do anything.
Those who wanted Yan Yunzheng to step down were alone and powerless, and many people were killed by Yan Yunzheng and Chen Dong with thundering means - many of them had their property confiscated and their families exterminated. They were frightened and of course did not dare to take action.
So, the current situation has been formed.
Chen Dong ate the Hu pancake in his hand and wiped his shiny mouth, "What about you?"
Li Rushan said seriously: "I would like to become a Hu merchant who makes Hu pancakes."
Chen Dong laughed and patted Li Rushan on the shoulder, "Very good. You can take over Yang Gelao's job now."
Li Rushan couldn't help but flash a hint of joy in his eyes.
Yang Ge Lao is a clean official, and he is also trusted by Yan Yunzheng. He not only uses the imperial examination to select scholars, but also uses other methods such as pinyin and movable type printing. Nowadays, Yang Ge Lao has become an idol worshipped by students.
If you can become a person like Yang Ge Lao, your name will be recorded in history!
Li Rushan was so excited that he wanted to kowtow to Chen Dong right now. However, as a scholar, he suppressed the impulse.
He bowed deeply and said sincerely: "Disciple Li Rushan, greetings to the master."
Chen Dong was secretly happy.
Li Rushan has a lot of skills and is a talented person with great potential.
Accepting him as the founding disciple would not be considered a disgrace to the reputation of the ancient philosophers.
In fact, the most important thing is that Chen Dong did not find any black material on Li Rushan. Apart from being arrogant, this guy did not have promiscuous relationships with either man or woman, nor did he accept bribes or commit crimes. There was no basis for convicting him.
"Since you are sincere in wanting to be my disciple, I will teach you the first lesson first." Chen Dong said.
Li Rushan stood up straight and listened attentively.
Chen Dong looked at Li Rushan and said word by word: "Your Excellency."
Your Majesty!
Li Rushan's heart skipped a beat.
Chen Dong’s meaning couldn’t be clearer, Your Majesty!
And this is a warning to Li Rushan for questioning His Majesty in public.
None of the civil and military officials in the court spoke, but you, Li Rushan, spoke up. Doesn't this speak volumes?
Any tree that is beautiful in the forest will be destroyed by the wind!
Li Rushan said sternly: "Disciple, I will teach you!"
Chen Dong had been staring into Li Rushan's eyes. When he said this, his gaze was calm, without any evasion.
Chen Dong knew that this matter was settled. At least, Li Rushan would not be the informer who exposed Yan Yunzheng's identity.
"It's not enough, Your Majesty." Chen Dong handed the paper and pen to Li Rushan, "We also need to help that person solve his problems."
Li Rushan's face changed slightly. This was asking him to be an informer!
Li Rushan hesitated and did not move. Chen Dong added fuel to the fire, "Your Majesty has been paying attention to this matter. Whether you want to eat meat or drink soup, it's up to you!"
The words were clearly said, and Li Rushan had already understood the meaning. It all depended on how he, the spy, would perform next.
Under Chen Dong's gaze, Li Rushan gritted his teeth, took the brush, and wrote down the names of the people he knew on the paper one by one.
"Very good." After Li Rushan put pen to paper, he received affirmation from Chen Dong, which made him feel slightly relieved.
"How about this, I'll lend you the Jinyiwei for a period of time, so that you have enough time and energy to accompany those who are on their way to death." Chen Dong grinned.
Li Rushan's heart trembled, he gritted his teeth and agreed.