Chapter 25 Section VII

Tang Di led his followers into Xincaomen.It has been almost two years since he left the capital. Originally, he was not eligible to return to the capital for a briefing, but not long ago, the Ministry of Officials ordered him to take up the "Official Affairs of the Changping Case", which can be said to be a rare promotion. It is said that it was because Tang Di promoted the young crop law and the farmland water conservancy law in the local area, and Zhongshu directly expelled it.Although he is not a post in the library, Tang Di, who is quite self-aware of his literary talent and knowledge, doesn't mind.

Thinking that he could finally see Shi Yue and Sang Chongguo who had been separated for a long time, Tang Di couldn't help showing a smile on his face. "Master, are you staying at Uncle's house tonight, or in a post house?" The servants around him, some of whom were visiting the bustling capital for the first time, were also extremely excited. Tang Di waved his whip and said with a smile: "Of course I live in the post house. First go to the official department to hand in the paperwork, report to the third department, and then go home not too late, so as not to cause gossip." A stack of newspapers passed by and yelled loudly: "Sell newspapers, sell newspapers, "Bianjing News" reported the first case in the capital, the formula of Zhentianlei gunpowder was stolen, the focus page reported in detail, the emperor was furious, Shi Ziming was fined One year... selling newspapers, selling newspapers..."

In an instant, a bunch of people surrounded the child, buying them one after another. This is big news that shocked the world! Tang Di's heart tightened, and he didn't care too much. He hurriedly squeezed over and bought a newspaper. He hurriedly turned to the focus page, and saw the headlines on it, almost stunned! Some people bought newspapers nearby, and some walked and read while frowning; some showed off their literacy, shaking their heads and reading the news aloud.Tang Di and others don't know how powerful it is. For the people of Kaifeng Mansion, the power of Zhentianlei is not only witnessed by many people, but also something that has been blown into a god. Its gunpowder formula is missing. , We all know what the consequences will be if we fall into the hands of the enemy country-this kind of consequences are magnified by their fear!

Someone said bitterly: "Good retreat, the emperor Shengming, these two officials, Shen Kuo and Sun Gu, are really idiots, such an important thing can be lost! Beheading is not an exaggeration." Someone was worried: "Don't let the Liao dog steal it, it will be miserable." "How did the Liao dog steal it? With such strict defenses, there are probably internal thieves." "That's not necessarily true, you haven't read the book, have you heard the story of Xue Hongxian and Nie Yinniang?" "..." Someone said regretfully: "It's a pity that Lord Shi has been implicated."

Someone retorted disdainfully: "This is a clear distinction between rewards and punishments. Lord Shi recommends the wrong person, of course he must be punished. The emperor is a wise king." Someone was extremely frustrated: "It seems that Mr. Shi also misunderstood, who is this Shen Kuo?" Some people also excused Shi Yue: "People are not sages, who can be blameless? Master Shi found this out with his own hands. It can be seen that Master Shi is still capable. Is it possible to find out so quickly?" "But... didn't you say that Master Shi descended from Zuo Fu Xing?"

Someone beside him comforted himself: "With Master Shi's ability, how could he misread the wrong person! Have you ever heard of the storytelling of the Three Kingdoms? Then Master Shi couldn't have tricked him, right?" It is inevitable that someone would give him a blank look: "A plan? A plan that gets reported in the newspapers? People are agitated? No brains." "Who are you saying has no brains? You are the pig brains. Mr. Shi Zuo Fuxing descended to earth, you can guess his tricks? You are the brains." ... Tang Di walked all the way to the posthouse, and all he heard were the voices of these discussions.It seems that the entire city of Kaifeng, because of the emergence of newspapers, can make the whole city pay attention to a topic in an instant.And these ordinary people don't care about other details in the newspaper at all. Nothing can attract their attention more than Zhen Tianlei.Although many people still believe in Shi Yue, a large number of people suspect that Shi Yue is not so magical.As for the reputations of Shen Kuo and Sun Gu, they are extremely low among the people. Now as long as someone mentions Shen Kuo and Sun Gu, the common people will yell at them!

But Tang Di is more worried about the relationship between Sang Chongguo and Shi Yue. "Bianjing News" was founded by Sang Chongguo, how could he attack Shi Yue?Tang Di really couldn't understand.Suddenly, he changed his mind and decided not to go to the post house, but to go to Baishuitan to ask what happened to Sang Chongguo! Compared with the unanimous anger and worry of common people in the market, Shihlin's reaction was much more complicated. "The "Bianjing News" is really brave. They dare to report such a big case!" "Who is this Taiyuan Sanren?"

"What happened to Sang Chongguo and Shi Yue?" "It seems that "Bianjing News" really has a bit of character, and it has such a good relationship with Shi Yue, so it stabbed it mercilessly!" "This is called raising a tiger to eat itself!" "Shi Yue feels bad this time!" This is gloating. "It is said that Baishuitan is from the Shiyue family. Last time in Xuandemen, I thought it was an artificial performance of double reeds. This time, it seems that it may not be so. On the bright side, Shiyue is also a gentleman and has no cliques."

"Isn't this a little silly? If it is reported like this, Shi Yue's reputation will be greatly affected." "That's not necessarily the case. In the short term, it will naturally be affected. In the long run, it's hard to say. Besides, if Sang Chongguo is not a party of Shiyue, the "Bianjing News" will become famous this time, it is certain .” "Shi Yue tried his best to maintain "Bianjing News" in front of the emperor, and he fought almost word for word for "Emperor Song Publishing Edict", but he didn't expect to learn from Shang Yang and make himself trapped, and "Bianjing News" took him to fight , What an irony!"

"Actually, there is nothing wrong with Sang Chongguo. The righteousness of the Spring and Autumn Period said that relatives should be killed righteously, and the "Bianjing News" advertises that the world is only public. They are keeping their promises. This is what a gentleman does." ... "Hey, if Zhentianlei is spread abroad, I'm afraid Song Dynasty will be in trouble." "Speaking of it this way, Shi Yue is indeed to blame. Xiao He is responsible for success, and Xiao He is responsible for failure." ... "You said that Sun Gu's official reputation is not bad, how can the accounts be so messed up? Shen Kuo is not an incompetent person?"

"There's a conspiracy here, don't you know?" "..." Wang Yu looked at the "Bianjing News" in his hand, and said with a smile: "Shi Ziming, this time I will let you know a certain method." He lazily said to Wang Zishao: "Sheng Mei, you have done a good job. The book will directly transfer you to Liangzhe, and if you have the opportunity to face the saint, take advantage of the opportunity." Wang Zishao hurriedly flattered him, and said with a smile: "Master, it really is a clever plan. This time, Shi Yue's reputation will not only be damaged, but he will also become untrustworthy. Even Sangchong Kingdom can make trouble." Zhang Hu also said with a smile: "If Sang Chongguo and Shi Yue fight each other in the future, this "Bianjing News" will be used to deal with Shi Yue. Deli, it will not be difficult to completely overthrow Shi Yue." Wang Yu lightly tapped the folding fan in his hand, and said to Wang Zishao: "Shengmei, in your opinion, is it possible for the Sangchong Kingdom to be taken over for your own use? If you can get it, it will be a great help. The new law will be implemented in the future, and it will get twice the result with half the effort. " Wang Zishao shook his head: "I'm afraid it's impossible. Sangchong's reputation is growing, and people almost think it's another Shiyue. Fortunately, because of the prison of Baishuitan, the ministers of the court have a lot of suspicion against him, so there is no chance. I have entered the imperial court. Otherwise, I would worry about raising tigers." Wang Yu said regretfully: "It's a pity, I heard that he is close to Cheng Hao and Ouyang Fa, isn't it?" Wang Zishao nodded and said: "It should be so. Ouyang Fa has a very close relationship with him." Zhang Hu also said: "It would be a great thing if Sang Chongguo can be subdued. His prestige in Baishuitan College is not inferior to that of Shi Yue, and the students of Baishuitan will become officials in the future and implement new laws. , is much better. It’s just that this matter is too difficult after all.” Wang Yu sighed: "Since that's the case, forget it. I still have some ideas. It won't be too late to discuss after Lu Huiqing returns to Beijing." Zhang Hu looked at Wang Yu suspiciously, and said, "My lord, you and Lu Huiqing..." Wang Yu smiled and said: "Of course I know how to guard against him, but he is a rare talent. The future of the reform is difficult, and it is not enough to rely on Wang Shao's victory on the front line. Now Lu Huiqing and I should work together. This point He also understands." Zhang Hu nodded and stopped talking.When Wang Zishao saw Wang Yu saying these words, he didn't avoid himself at all, obviously he regarded himself as his confidant, and he was so happy that he was at a loss.