The moonlight formed by Shuidiao Getou dissipated, but Fang Yun was still in the study.
Fang Yun stretched out his hand, and a book that only he could read appeared in his hand. It was the Thirty-Six Stratagems.
After deceiving the heavens and besieging Wei to rescue Zhao, the Thirty-Six Stratagems had absorbed the first chapter of Han Xin's Three Essays, which gave rise to "Secretly Crossing Chen Cang".
Now, the Thirty-Six Stratagems actually included the Ruse of Self-Injury, but the text was very dim.
The Ruse of Self-Injury was originally one of the Thirty-Six Stratagems.
Fang Yun put away the Thirty-Six Stratagems and roughly guessed why the Ruse of Self-Injury had appeared.
This world attached great importance to applying what one learned. This time, he had used the Ruse of Self-Injury. Even if he didn't study it as hard as before, once the plan succeeded, it would definitely be written into a book. Many military strategists of the past were mediocre, but because of their achievements in the art of war and experience in actual combat, they slowly improved and eventually became great scholars.
Fang Yun sat on his bed and pondered over the details and effects of the Ruse of Self-Injury as if he was studying the theory of strategy. He wanted to perfect the Thirty-Six Stratagems.
Fang Yun realized that when the results were released on the fifth day of the new year, there would definitely be corrupt scholars criticizing him. However, he majored in the Confucian Way and studied the art of war. If he didn't use the art of war to punish the rascals, he would be worse than a corrupt scholar.
Before long, Fang Yun heard disorderly footsteps outside, followed by the sound of someone banging on the door.
Fang Yun adjusted his collar in front of the bronze mirror and walked steadily to the door. Just as he was about to open the door, he heard someone outside berate, "Impudent! Don't you know how to knock? Drag these two to the end of the street, gag them, and give them a hundred whips. "
"Sir, please spare us! This lowly one thought … Ah … "
Fang Yun found the voice familiar. The person giving the order was none other than the Great Source Manor's general, Chen Xibi. He smiled, thinking that these military strategists weren't all boorish. Whether it was a deliberate arrangement or a natural occurrence, he appreciated their kind intentions.
Fang Yun opened the door. He saw many torches outside, emitting crackling sounds. Blades and spears flickered, and the cold glint of light was painful to the eyes.
The sound of whips striking flesh could be heard from the street.
Chen Xibi dismounted from his horse, his face expressionless. He raised a military order in his hand and said, "Fang Yun is blessed by the country, yet he blasphemed against the saints of the Divine Path. This is a heinous crime! The Empress Dowager forbade Fang Yun from going out until Prime Minister Wen arrived! Surround the Fang Clan! If even one person escapes. Bring his head to me! "
"Yes!" The two groups of people hurriedly left and circled to the back of the Fang Clan.
After Chen Xi finished speaking, he looked around at all the soldiers and horses. Then, he patted his newly grown left arm and said, "Fang Yun has committed a heinous crime. You all know that. But this old man's arm grew after eating Fang Wenhou's Flesh Incarnation Fruit! As long as the imperial edict doesn't arrive, he will be the Marquis of Jingguo! You know what to do! "
"Yes!" the soldiers replied in unison.
The cracking of the whip at the corner of the street grew louder.
Chen Xibi looked at Fang Yun. The coldness on his face dissipated. He smiled and said, "I have no choice but to obey the Emperor's orders. Since the official business is done. Let's talk about private matters. "
"Please, Lord Chen." Fang Yun made a gesture of invitation and turned to walk into the courtyard.
Chen Xibi entered the courtyard and closed the door. Then, he walked to Fang Yun's side and isolated the outside world with the power of literature.
"This matter. Is it really as the letter said? "Chen Xibi stared at Fang Yun with bright eyes.
Fang Yun's expression didn't change. He said, "Let's not talk about this."
"Fine. Don't be discouraged. We don't take it seriously. When I first joined the army, I was much worse off than you. When we have time to drink, I will tell you. The Empress Dowager imprisoned you to protect you. She said three years, but she will probably release you in one or two years. Don't think too much. You are Fang Zhenguo. The future of Jingguo depends on you! "
"Thank you, Lord Chen." Fang Yun said.
"My subordinates are outside. They can do whatever you want. If anyone dares to disrespect you, tell me!" Chen Xibi said.
"Okay."
"Since you don't want to say more, I will take my leave. I will take the imperial examination on the first of September next year! Goodbye! "Chen Xibi was a soldier after all. He was unusually straightforward.
"Goodbye."
After sending Chen Xibi away, Fang Yun cupped his hands at the soldiers outside the door and said, "Thank you for your trouble."
The soldiers returned the salute.
After closing the door, Fang Yun went to sleep in his bedroom. He slept until late in the morning.
When Fang Yun walked out of the courtyard, he found a few more people in the courtyard. One of them was his uncle, Fang Shouye's old butler.
"Young Master, you are awake? Young Master said that you need people here, so he sent us to take care of your daily life and meals. Tell me what you want to eat. I will have someone prepare it for you. "
Fang Yun nodded and said, "Just eat as usual. I don't mind. Can you come and go as you please? "
"You can enter, but you can't leave. Those who buy groceries can come and go, but according to the rules, there will be two soldiers following you. "
Fang Yundao said, "This will be over by the fifth at most. Sorry to trouble you."
"It's no trouble. There is no threshold in life that cannot be overcome. If you fall, you can get up and continue walking. You have to look forward. The people of the Dayuan support you! "
"Thank you." Fang Yun smiled and thanked him.
After breakfast, Fang Yun began to read the letters. There were not as many letters as usual today. Many people comforted and comforted him. There were also some who did not mention that he had given up on the examination. They only said some very ordinary things, as if it was a normal letter.
Only a few people sent letters to reprimand him.
Soon, many people wrote letters accusing Cai He of being shameless, saying that they would never do such a thing.
Cai He quickly sent a letter.
"I have already announced that I will sever ties with you. There are a lot of people who are scolding me. Now, many scholars and officials in Jiang District have actually severed ties with me. Good, the people of Jingguo have integrity. They did not kick you when you are down. Gyeongo and Wu Guo have indeed made a move. Many scholars have joined forces to prepare a letter to the Notre-Dame. They will soon send it to the Notre-Dame and ask her to punish you severely. The more they make a fuss, the more they will regret it! "
Other than Cai He, Zeng Yuan, Zong Wude, and the others sent news to the outside world one after another. This made Fang Yun more aware of the current situation.
After the people of Jing learned of this matter, other than a few scolding words at the beginning, almost everyone supported Fang Yun. Even those who scolded Fang Yun at the beginning said that it was just a small mistake and that it was understandable.
On the other hand, the scholars of Gyeongo and Wu Guo, who had been enemies with Jingguo for many years, started to criticize him. A large number of literary gatherings appeared in various places. These literary gatherings even asked people to write poems and essays about attacking Fang Yun. The people of Gyeongo and Wu Guo urged everyone to calm down, but only a few people were calm.
As for the other countries, they did not have such a big reaction. They did not think that there was anything wrong with Fang Yun giving up the examination. At most, they would say that he was young and successful.
After Fang Yun finished reading all the letters, he realized that there was nothing else he could do. He could only read.
All the books in the study room had been moved away, but this was not a problem for Fang Yun. Therefore, other than eating, he was immersed in the world of strange books.
As his literary skills improved, his literary palaces and literary courage grew stronger. Fang Yun's reading speed was faster than ten lines at a glance, and it was even faster in the world of strange books. It was almost like he was reading one page at a time. The pages were constantly flipping in the wind.
These books were not classics but miscellaneous books. That was why Fang Yun could read so fast. With the help of literary courage and talent, he could completely understand the contents of the books.
Every two hours, Fang Yun would rest for 15 minutes and then continue reading. He did not stop. He did not want to completely absorb the knowledge in the books. He only wanted to have a preliminary understanding. As time passed, it would definitely allow him to grow.
If he found a book to be very useful. Fang Yun would pick it out and then find time to read it carefully. He would try to digest it thoroughly.
In the afternoon, Fang Yun was reading with his eyes closed. He heard a familiar sound from the door, so he went to open it.
As soon as the door opened, he saw more than 20 people wearing black robes standing outside. Their sleeves and collars were embroidered with mountain peaks. It was the black mountain peak uniform worn by the High Scholar.
"Gyeongo isn't fun. We've decided to go back to the Grand Source Prefecture to play for a few days." Li Fanming smiled as he waved the fan in his hand. The big rabbit jumped over with a carrot in its mouth. It then stood up and handed the carrot to Fang Yun with its two front paws. However, its eyes were reluctant to part with the carrot.
Fang Yun smiled and patted the rabbit's head. "You eat it. I appreciate it."
The big rabbit pushed the carrot up again and refused to take it back.
Fang Yun pushed the carrot back and said, "I'm not eating it. You eat it."
Only then did the big rabbit put away the carrot and sit on the ground, looking up at Fang Yun.
Fang Yun cupped his hands and said, "Thank you, everyone. I'm fine. Since the Empress Dowager has ordered, I won't say much. When I regain my freedom, we'll drink together and talk about it. "
Many High Scholars' eyes flashed with regret, but they quickly regained their smiles.
"Since you don't want to say, we won't ask. The Fang Zhenguo in our hearts won't be affected by the imperial examinations. "
"It's hard to say what will happen to Fang Yun. Who knows, he might affect the imperial examinations next year."
Everyone smiled kindly.
Fang Yun felt helpless. Since he had already played the trick of injuring himself to gain their sympathy, he could only continue acting. He squeezed out a smile and said, "Thank you, everyone."
Fang Yun's smile was very unnatural. Everyone thought that the knot in his heart had not been untied. Li Fanming immediately said, "We're here to send you off! If the people of Jingguo dare to harm you, I'll contact the Sage Clans of Qi and bring you to Qi! "
"Shu is the better place. Fang Yun, you have to think carefully!"
"Come to Jia Country!"
Everyone deliberately joked and jeered.
Looking at this ordinary scene, Fang Yun was moved. He had a thousand words in his heart, but he couldn't say them. He could only cup his hands and bow.
"Let's go. We'll come back tomorrow!"
Everyone said their goodbyes to Fang Yundao.
Fang Yun closed the door and shook his head with a bitter smile. After the results were released, he would have to spend money. He had to book the best restaurant in the Da Yuan Manor and treat everyone to a banquet.
Fang Yun's house was surrounded by soldiers. Countless people blocked the entrance of the Zhou Wen Institution, which was also in the Da Yuan Manor.
The door of the examination hall opened, and a large number of examinees rushed in. The relatives and friends of the examinees rushed in at an even faster speed. It was like two waves colliding, creating a clamor.
"Congratulations, Zhiyuan. This year's Top Scholar title is yours!" Many Elementary Scholars who had given up on the examination rushed to Chen Zhiyuan, especially those from the Gu Manor.
Chen Zhiyuan saw Fang Yun pass by his examination room with his own eyes and could roughly guess what was going on. He pretended to be confused and asked, "What's the meaning of this? Shouldn't this year's Top Scholar be Fang Yun, Fang Zhenguo? Other than policy, I don't dare to compare with him. "
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