Chapter 123 Fan Bin returns to Beijing, Daqing is shaken (two in one)

There were huge crowds of people at the city gate of Daqing Kyoto.

Looking from the direction of the delegation, there was no end in sight.

Many of the officials in the delegation are veterans who have experienced two bloody battles in Kyoto.

When they saw so many figures, they all shuddered subconsciously.

Could it be that after more than a decade of peace, something strange is happening in Daqing Kyoto again?
Fortunately, these people soon discovered that the situation was not what they thought.

Those huge crowds of people were not soldiers wearing armor and looking fierce.

Instead, they are officials dressed in civil servant uniform or formal attire.

"This this……"

Among the officials of the diplomatic envoy, there were many from the Ministry of Rites.

When they saw this scene, their hearts were filled with emotion.

This is a scene that can only occur when welcoming the triumphant return of a large army.

Moreover, an ordinary triumph would not be enough; it must be a great victory like the battle that established the country.

This is an honor that only those soldiers who fight for their country can enjoy.

Now, these officials from the Ministry of Rites, a small delegation, actually received such treatment?

Although everyone knew in their hearts that they were probably benefiting from following a big shot in the delegation.

But so what?
Birds fly far away with Luan and Phoenix, and people with good qualities are proud of themselves.

Regardless, they were all involved.

That's their qualifications!

Enough to brag about for the rest of your life.

"Master Xiao Fan, the officials are waiting to welcome you!"

"From the Prime Minister to the ninth-rank city officials, all are here."

Although everyone knew in their hearts that this situation was not because of them, nor because of Lord Xiao Fan.

It was because of the grandmaster who was sitting in the central carriage and did not get off.

But Fan Xian has always been the leader of the delegation.

Even though they were in the same diplomatic mission, they had only met Grand Master Fan Bin a few times.

In this situation, they were unable to inform Fan Bin and could only let Fan Xian make the decision.

"Is it so lively?"

Fan Xian looked at the huge crowds of people and the galloping horses, and a hint of awe flashed in his eyes.

"Should we go and inform that adult?"

Someone in the delegation made a suggestion.

With such a grand occasion, even if Emperor Qing did not leave the palace in person, he would definitely have sent a few princes to welcome him.

As the royal family of Daqing, they have already shown their attitude. And they have also put their attitude very low...

In this situation, as long as the Fan family does not have the intention of rebelling immediately and does not intend to seek death.

They have to appreciate it.

"I understand. I'll go inform my eldest brother."

After Fan Xian nodded, he came to Fan Bin's carriage with a gloomy face.

"Brother, the scene is very lively..."

Wang Qinian had just stolen some fruits and when he heard Fan Xian's words, he jumped directly onto the roof of the car.

When he put his hands on the awning, he looked into the distance.

"Oh my god!!"

The mysterious mother's head made Wang Qinian dumbfounded.

In his entire life, he had never seen so many officials gathered together.

It felt like everyone in the Daqing court had come here.

"I'm afraid that several princes are here, and even His Majesty is here..."

The court is full of civil and military officials, not a single one is missing.

This kind of scene has never happened since the founding of Daqing.

Even Wang Qinian was moved for a moment when he saw it.

Emperor Qing was able to do so much for Fan Bin, the youngest grandmaster.

It’s really rare…

But judging from Lord Fan's expression, he didn't seem to appreciate it.

Even though Fan Bin was sitting in the carriage, with his powerful perception, he had already noticed everything at the gate of Kyoto.

"Your Majesty, here you come!"

Fan Bin had no expression on his face, but he was extremely shocked in his heart.

Although he had already broken through to become a grandmaster before leaving Kyoto.

But in fact, Fan Bin at that time only had the strength of a grandmaster. His true realm had not yet reached the level of a grandmaster, especially in terms of spirit.

It was not until the battle with Ku He that Fan Bin broke through his mental shackles and became a true grandmaster.

Fan Bin had imagined this many times before, waiting for him to return to Daqing again, waiting for him to see Emperor Qing again.

What will the scene be like?
Until now, Fan Bin finally found out.

After knowing this, Fan Bin felt like he had fallen into an ice cellar.

Cold from head to toe.

Before his spiritual power broke through, Fan Bin felt nothing at all.

But now, in Fan Bin's eyes.

At the gate of Kyoto, above all the officials, a black vortex was swallowing everything.

No wonder Si Gu Jian said that the most mysterious grandmaster was hidden in the Kyoto Imperial Palace.

He tried to kill Emperor Qing several times but returned without success.

No wonder Ye Liuyun has been traveling around the world and dares not return to Kyoto.

Ordinary people can't see any clues.

But this scene was too terrifying in the eyes of the Grand Master.

The kind of scary that makes people's hair stand on end.

You know, this is a scene that only a grandmaster can perceive. However, even a grandmaster feels creepy.

"Emperor Qing's strength seems to have become stronger?"

Fan Bin was extremely sure of his feeling.

Although he couldn't sense this huge black vortex before, he had his sixth sense.

A premonition at the grandmaster level.

Although Emperor Qing at that time already gave Fan Bin a very terrifying feeling.

But Fan Bin was still confident that he could escape.

As for a head-on battle, Fan Bin is definitely no match.

Fan Bin’s strength has increased many times now.

Logically speaking, even if he couldn't suppress Emperor Qing, he should at least be on equal terms with him.

But even now, Fan Bin still feels uneasy.

I guess Si Gu Jian felt the same way when he was about to assassinate Emperor Qing as he does now.

It was because Si Gu Jian sensed this aura that he chose to retreat.

But the problem is that Fan Bin at this time is no longer the Fan Bin who had just made a breakthrough ten months ago.

Fan Bin's strength has improved a lot.

But even so, Fan Bin still felt a huge danger.

If he were to confront the owner of the vortex, his life or death would be in jeopardy...

"Your Majesty, you really are a hidden talent!"

Two guesses instantly emerged in Fan Bin's mind.

Such a change in Emperor Qing could not have happened suddenly.

What must have happened to Emperor Qing in the past ten or so months?
"Is it the notebook, or did he have a breakthrough in his own enlightenment?"

"Big brother?"

Just when Fan Bin’s mind was filled with stormy waves.

Fan Xian reminded again.

The young man didn't notice anything, so naturally he had no way of understanding how Fan Bin felt now.

"Get off the car, dismount, and walk there."

Hearing Fan Bin's words, Fan Xian nodded slightly.

His elder brother's approach is relatively safe and low-key.

Just looking at the current situation, the relationship between their Fan family and the royal family is probably difficult to repair.

"Brother, it's better to be mentally prepared. I once read a story in an unknown history book."

"Ok?"

Fan Bin was puzzled.

Wang Qinian's eyes widened as well. Little Master Fan suddenly wanted to tell a story, which must have a deep meaning.

"I don't know how many years ago, there was a great general named Nian who won the battle of Dingguo. When he returned to Beijing, he received an extraordinary reception."

Having said that, Fan Xian showed a bitter smile.

History is a huge cycle.

Even after tens of thousands of years, there is still no way to completely change it.

"What happened to that great general afterwards?"

Wang Qinian was so smart that he instantly understood what Fan Xian said. What was the hidden meaning?
"What a miserable death!"

"We are not surnamed Nian, and Your Majesty is not the emperor you are talking about. Let's take one step at a time and see how it goes..."

After hearing Fan Bin's first two sentences, not to mention Fan Xian, even Wang Qinian became nervous.

If it were Fan Bin, he would not take this matter to heart at all.

Who knows what the future of the Fan family will be like?

You know, even the Grand Master is not omnipotent.

The Ye family also has a grandmaster in charge, but don’t they still live cautiously?

Are they willing to live cautiously?
The answer is of course no.

They had to do it.

It was not until they heard Fan Bin's next two sentences that Fan Xian and Wang Qinian felt relieved.

Apparently, Fan Bin heard what Fan Xian said.

As long as he, the grandmaster, can be on guard.

Even the royal family may not be able to do anything to the Fan family.

"Your Majesty personally went to the city gate to welcome the delegation back to the capital."

"Welcome the triumphant return of the Grand Master!!!"

Soon someone reported the news, Fan Xian got off the horse, and Fan Bin also came out of the carriage.

They led the delegation and went on foot to meet Emperor Qing.

Emperor Qing is still radiant.

After nearly a year, Emperor Qing seemed to be younger than before.

"My two beloved ministers, please stand up quickly!!"

When Emperor Qing saw Fan Bin and Fan Xian, he held their hands one by one and was ready to move forward with them.

"Your Majesty, this is absolutely impossible."

There was a tremor in Fan Xian's voice.

Even the great general Nian he mentioned did not receive such preferential treatment when he returned to Beijing.

The four princes followed behind them like little followers, including the crown prince who was second only to the emperor and above all others.

Emperor Qing only took the two brothers with him, and they traveled together.

This specification is obviously beyond the scope.

Many civil and military officials in the court were wiping their tears with emotion.

Obviously, in their minds, Emperor Qing has even given up his dignity as emperor for the sake of Daqing's stability.

With such responsibility, he deserves the title of wise ruler of all ages.

They have already taken the upper hand.

What if something dirty happens between the Fan family and Emperor Qing in the future?
The responsibility must be attributed to the Fan family.

Emperor Qing couldn't have been any better to them.

Unlike Fan Xian, Fan Bin showed.

He accepted all the affection and care shown by Emperor Qing. It seemed that he intended to let everyone think that the Fan family was still the most loyal confidants of His Majesty.

"As expected of the eldest brother, this acting skill is beyond the reach of even the most experienced actors."

Fan Xian had roughly guessed what his elder brother was planning.

But Fan Xian himself still couldn't be as calm as Fan Bin.

On this day, except for the military attachés on duty, except for the Inspector General Chen Pingping and those people in the Inspectorate.

Almost all the officials came to the scene.

Both sides of the street were filled with people.

The emergence of the fifth grandmaster, including the return of this grandmaster.

The morale of the entire Qing Kingdom reached an unprecedented level.

Among the five great masters in the world, three are from Daqing.

Isn’t this destiny?

The whole Daqing was immersed in a sea of ​​joy.

From civil and military officials to the common people.

In addition to Fan Bin, the person involved, there is also Fan Xian, who has a relatively clear mind.

Almost everyone is the same.

They felt that the day when Daqing would unify the world was not far away.

Wait until we return to the palace, to the Qianqing Hall.

Emperor Qing summoned all the core officials in the court.

Two pieces of news were announced in front of everyone.

The first one is the three-year cultivation plan.

Although Daqing could have annexed Northern Qi and Dongyi City before, after the annexation, it would inevitably have to bear the consequences of post-war reconstruction.

According to past experience, many people will die in war.

After the war, another group of people will starve to death.

Emperor Qing, who aspires to become an eternal sage monarch, certainly couldn't bear to see such a scene.

They need three years of self-cultivation to achieve two goals.

First, enhance the training and combat effectiveness of the Qing army.

It is imperative to decide the outcome of a battle in one go and minimize losses as much as possible.

Second, we must store food and fodder in order to provide the most powerful support to the army.

Once we conquer Northern Qi and Dongyi City, these grains and fodder can be used to help the victims.

In addition to this, Emperor Qing also praised the delegation highly.

Not only did they get Yan Bingyun back, they also gained a lot of benefits.

The tribute gifts alone amounted to 108 carts.

Fan Xian got promoted.

In addition to his position as the Commissioner of the Censorate, he was also in charge of a division of the Censorate.

In other words, Fan Xian is no longer a lone commander.

In addition, he also put taking over the inner treasury on the agenda.

After returning from Northern Qi, Fan Xian went from being an unknown person to a powerful figure in Kyoto.

The Censorate was given the power to manage the finances of the Imperial Treasury.

Looking at the entire Daqing, the number of people who can compete with Fan Xian can probably be counted on one's fingers.

Such power far exceeded that of his father, the Minister of Revenue Fan Jian.

As for Fan Bin, his current identity is the Grand Master.

Aloof.

People of this level never have real power.

For example, like Ku He, the national teacher of Northern Qi, and Ye Liuyun of Qing.

Emperor Qing asked Fan Bin for his opinion.

Fan Bin took the initiative to resign from all his positions.

Emperor Qing was grateful for his contribution and conferred on him the title of Duke of Protectorate the Country.

Because there is no king of the opposite sex in Daqing, otherwise Emperor Qing would have directly made him king.

The fief of Duke Qing was the entire Danzhou.

Although the Fan family used to be the local tyrant of Danzhou, this kind of thing could not be brought to the surface.

But with Emperor Qing's decree, things are different.

From then on, Danzhou belonged to the Fan family.

Danzhou is independent of Daqing and is equivalent to a country within a country.

Danzhou can have its own army, and the total number of troops cannot exceed three thousand.

All local officials in Danzhou were appointed by the Fan family themselves, without Chao Ting's intervention.

As this decree was issued, all the civil and military officials in the court went crazy.

In all these years since the founding of Daqing, there has never been such a generous reward?

"Your Majesty, you absolutely cannot do this!!"

The censor of the Censorate was the first to kneel down and speak out in opposition.

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(End of this chapter)