"Big sister, stop talking. What should we do with these guys?"
Chapter 6: Shocking Everyone, Marrying Three?
"How to deal with them?"
Zhang Tianshou frowned. Logically, it would be fine even if they killed these few people.
But this was a matter for the mortal government, and their intervention would violate heavenly rules.
If Zhang Tianshou and the others killed them, they would likely face impeachment from many gods and immortals in the Heavenly Court.
Seeing Zhang Tianshou's troubled expression, Chen Fan immediately offered a suggestion.
"Where there's a chance to be lenient, be lenient. Since they're willing to pay compensation, let's just let this matter go!"
"Yes, yes, yes, I thank Brother Chen for his assistance.
If Brother Chen ever comes to Qingshi Town in the future, I'll treat you to another meal!"
The One-Eyed Wolf's remaining eye lit up, and he quickly seized the opportunity to back down.
Zhang Tianshou frowned upon hearing this, pursing her lips slightly with displeasure.
She reached out to calm the restless Xiao Qi and nodded, saying.
"Since Mister has pleaded for you, we'll let this matter rest.
There's no need to send the items; they can be delivered to Mister's home."
A future Great Human Sage was worth a bit of Incense Bronze and copper coins!
Zhang Tianshou, with her mature thoughts, could naturally suppress her inner dissatisfaction.
Xiao Qi and Green-Clad Xiao Wu, who had been silent the whole time, had very displeased expressions.
They didn't say much due to Zhang Tianshou's authority.
However, their gazes towards Chen Fan were now filled with much disgust.
"Young Master Dong, are you alright? I must thank you for your help.
Unlike some people who are incompetent themselves but still act like a big shot!"
Xiao Qi looked at the bruised and swollen Scholar Dong, giving Chen Fan a pointed glare.
Scholar Dong slowly sat down on a stool. Although his face was disfigured, hearing Xiao Qi's comfort, he immediately puffed out his chest and looked at Chen Fan with contempt.
"Miss, you are too kind. When we scholars see injustice, how can we stand idly by!"
Chen Fan touched his nose upon seeing this, shaking his head slightly.
This kid still needed a good dose of reality!
As for Young Master Fu and the One-Eyed Wolf, they naturally didn't dare to linger and quickly helped each other up and fled.
Seeing the One-Eyed Wolf leave, Chen Fan finally spoke.
"First Madam, your Zhang Clan of Qinghe should have channels to contact the imperial court, right?"
"Mister means?"
Zhang Tianshou was stunned. She had channels? She had no channels at all!
Although the Zhang Clan of Qinghe revered the Jade Emperor as one of their ancestral lineages, if she went to the Zhang Clan of Qinghe and claimed him as their ancestor, would they be eager to acknowledge it?
"The Incense Bronze Tax is collected directly by the imperial court. Below the county level, no one has the right to condense Incense Bronze.
Moreover, unless it's a large transaction, there's no need for cultivation resources like Incense Bronze.
Although our dynasty craves Incense Bronze, the New Emperor is benevolent and does not wish to burden the people or waste resources.
However, the One-Eyed Wolf has Incense Bronze in his possession, which indicates they are secretly gathering Incense and Fire.
And judging by their words and actions, there's likely an organization above them."
"What, secretly gathering Incense and Fire!"
Upon hearing Chen Fan's analysis, Scholar Dong excitedly stood up, hatred flashing in his eyes.
He knew that if mortals worshipped and gathered too much Incense and Fire, it would shorten their lifespan.
"That's right. No wonder the number of beggars and refugees in town always remains constant.
Even though the New Emperor ascended the throne these past two years, there have been locust plagues in the inland regions, severe droughts in the north, and floods in the Guanzhong area...
With so many disasters, why hasn't the number of refugees and beggars increased at all?
No, with such obvious signs, how could the government not have discovered it? This is simply preposterous!"
Scholar Dong suddenly came to his senses and reprimanded Chen Fan.
"His Majesty today is virtuous and mighty, treating the people as his own children. How could he tolerate such sinful acts!
Chen Fan, you are spreading seditious rumors. Speak, are you a remnant of the previous dynasty, or an imperial spy!"
Chen Fan shook his head, looking at the excited Scholar Dong.
What an innocent child. Prepare to face the harsh realities of society!
"Old Dong, some things aren't as simple as they seem.
What are refugees to us? They're pitiful people without homes.
But in the eyes of some, they're blemishes on official records, sources of unrest.
If someone could quietly eliminate these people for them, without even touching the treasury, Tell me, what do you think they would choose?"
"This... Th-th-this!"
Scholar Dong's face instantly turned pale. His body, which had been standing tall, suddenly faltered.
If Dazhuang hadn't reacted quickly, Scholar Dong would have collapsed to the ground.
Scholar Dong was one of the most promising scholars in Qingshi Town and the surrounding areas.
The Confucian scholars of the Great Tang were not like the ignorant pedants of later generations.
With Scholar Dong's intelligence, after Chen Fan's guidance, even if he couldn't grasp everything, He could still understand some of the crucial points.
It was precisely because he understood this that he had such a strong reaction.
His worldview of more than ten years had collapsed in that moment!
"Then why did you ask me to let them go, Mister?"
Zhang Tianshou looked confused. While she wasn't very sensitive to political matters, She could still understand Chen Fan's meaning.
The One-Eyed Wolf and the person behind him had committed such heinous acts.
According to Zhang Tianshou's understanding, shouldn't he have been killed with a single sword strike?
Seeing that everyone looked puzzled, Chen Fan placed his left hand behind his back and slowly turned around.
"You don't understand. If we kill the One-Eyed Wolf, it will only alert the person behind him.
They will simply cut off their ties and temporarily cease their actions.
Although this would cause some damage, the forces behind them would still remain at large.
However, if we make peace with the One-Eyed Wolf, he will never report his dirty deeds.
This way, we'll still have a chance to eliminate them all in one go!"
Chen Fan appeared to have everything under control, his eyes sweeping over Zhang Tianshou and the other two women.
The corners of his mouth curled up slightly into a smile.
When it came to strengthening relationships, what could be stronger than the camaraderie forged in battle?
"Mister is truly brilliant!"
Zhang Tianshou's face was filled with shock, and Scholar Dong felt even more ashamed.
Xiao Wu and Xiao Qi's impression of Chen Fan also changed dramatically.
Only Dazhuang's eyes were full of confusion as he looked back and forth between Chen Fan and the others.
Slap!
Dazhuang smacked his left palm with his right fist, his eyes suddenly lighting up.
"I get it, Brother Fan, you're amazing!"
Brother Fan is Brother Fan. He actually wants all three of them!
"It's good that you understand. Remember not to spread this around!"
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