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The third day after Fang Zhiwen seized Xiaoye Island, the news was conveyed to the ears of the Jiangdong clans through the mouths of the players. The Zhu family, Lu family, Gu family, Zhang family, Xu family, Yu family, Sun family, etc., and the Wu County Prefect Sheng Xian, who was having a headache or not to step down, all knew the news that a big tiger appeared beside him.

So, everyone gathered at the Zhu family's mansion. After all, the relationship between the Zhu family and Fang Zhiwen is relatively close. Of course, gathering in the Zhu family may not be inclined to seek punishment. However, the Zhu family felt that they were really wronged. They did not think about attracting wolves into the house, nor did they have any underlying transactions with Fang Zhiwen and the Zhen family.

Zhu Zhi's face was already quite dark, but now it's even darker.

"Everyone, whether you believe it or not, my Zhu family has never hidden any disputes with Miyun or Zhen family. Fang Zhiwen's water army went south, and it was not our Zhu family's idea. As for the cart and the end of this matter, you even know more than me. Please don't doubt the Zhu family for no reason. The Zhu family is not so stupid that they can't tell the matter of self-destruction."

Representatives or parents of various aristocratic races here looked at each other, and Zhu Zhi said it very reasonably. This kind of thing is indeed not beneficial to the Zhu family, which makes a living by shipping.

"So, what Jun Li said just now is this little girl who is going south to go south?"

Zhu Zhi secretly breathed a sigh of relief, knowing that his tough attitude this time temporarily dispelled everyone's suspicion. The next thing is to look at the actual actions. In fact, although the Zhu family did not collude with Fang Zhiwen, the Zhu family did have a lot of interests in Miyun, so the Zhu family was not very resistant to Fang Zhiwen's move south.

Fang Zhiwen went south more for strategic considerations than commercial considerations. Moreover, Fang Zhiwen had previously communicated with the Jiangdong family, hoping to get a military port on the sea outside the Yangtze River so as to serve as a pedal for the Miyun Navy to extend its military strength to the south. However, the Jiangdong clan refused for various reasons at that time. As a member of the Jiangdong clan, Zhu Zhi had no reason to stand firmly on Fang Zhiwen's side. So he also voted against it at that time.

Now I want to ask why Fang Zhiwen came, of course, it was not to destroy Jiangdong, or to covet the land industry of the Jiangdong clan, but to just a springboard for going south.

Zhu Zhi was about to speak, but Mr. Zhu Qi, who was beside him, had already spoken first: "What else can be done for? Isn't it just for the military port? With this military port, Fang Zhiwen's navy can control the entire northern waterway of the East China Sea to the north and west, and can control the Yangtze River waterway with the Jingxiang nai outside. To the south, it can open up and control the route to Jiaozhou. I heard that Jiaozhou is rich in grain and spices, Fang Zhiwen is obviously already salivating!"

Zhu Zhi frowned, but said nothing, but just glanced at Mr. Zhu Qi coldly. Mr. Zhu Qi shrank his neck slightly. The irritation in his heart just now was suddenly cleared by this cold look, and replaced by the fear and awe of the elder brother accumulated since childhood.

Zhu Zhi naturally knew what his younger brother was thinking. So many years have passed since Zhen Jiang's affairs. His younger brother still missed him and transferred all his hatred to Fang Zhiwen. However, he himself couldn't understand. Compared with Fang Zhiwen, one was a sparrow under the eaves and the other was a Kunpeng in the Nine Heavens. Even if Zhen Jiang was blind, he would not choose his stupid brother!

But he was still entangled in the comparison and competition with Fang Zhiwen. If he continued, this inexplicable hatred would eventually ruin him, and even his family would suffer. It seemed that he had to take ruthless measures. Now that the Jingnan trade route is gradually opening up, it seems that it is time to send a person in charge to the Jingnan area.

"Oh? In this case, Fang Zhiwen's going south will cause great harm to us. Isn't this equivalent to putting a rope around the neck. At that time, this guy will be more and more arrogant, so what can we do?"

"Yes, this matter is absolutely untolerated. Today he only has a small island and may want to go ashore tomorrow. He may want to want the entire Jianye City the day after tomorrow!"

"The disaster is coming!"

"No, you must expel him immediately while his foothold is not stable, otherwise it will be too late to regret it!"

"Yes! Expel him!"

Everyone discussed it all over the place. Most people tend to use force to expel Fang Zhiwen's naval army, and they must also be as soon as possible. Otherwise, Fang Zhiwen's foundation has been established, or the Jingxiang naval army will go downstream to support it, which is not a good thing for the Jiangdong clans.

However, Zhu Zhi was still keenly discovered that Sun Ben, the representative of the Sun family, had a little overly enthusiastic attitude, and even seemed very hypocritical. Why did Sun Ben seem to be very hot and cold about this matter? Could it be that Sun Jian had any exchanges with Fang Zhiwen, or some transactions with Cai Mao? So what is Sun Jian’s most needed deal now? Is it the dominance of the Jiangdong clan? If that is true, the Lu family...

Sure enough, Sun Ben seemed to be deliberately induced the Lu family and Zhu family to send troops, because these two families were undoubtedly the biggest in fleet management. Zhu Zhi was alert and naturally became more careful when looking at the problem. While he was perfunctory, he thought about the weirdness and tricks in this matter.

The other person who didn't speak out much but slowly frowned was Gu Yong. What Zhu Zhi could see was also Gu Yong. The problem was that this matter was unfounded, and even if Gu Yong had some doubts, he would not dare to raise any objections at this time.

Moreover, no matter how you look at this, it seems that it is all about the Sun family and the Lu family. Gu Yong had been struggling for a long time and thought it would be better not to get involved. The Lu family is arrogant, and even if they say anything, they may not be in love.

After discussing for half a day, the plan was decided. The Lu family and the Zhu family expressed their full support. In order to expel the hateful Fang Zhiwen, the two families would go on a boat and others would go on a boat. Some people would go on a fortune to pay money and prepare to meet the real seal with Fang Zhiwen. Of course, they still needed to go to the prefect Sheng Xian to get Sheng Xian's approval before this.

Basically, Sheng Xian should not object. Sheng Xian was actually quite aggrieved to be the prefect of Wujun. The Jiangdong clan was very strong and very united. Basically, the foreign clan Sheng Xian's government orders were in line with the interests of the Jiangdong clan and would be implemented soon. On the contrary, they would naturally be dismissed and ended up in vain.

However, during his tenure, Sheng Xian did the most to attack Shanyue, which was in line with the interests of the Jiangdong clan. Therefore, Sheng Xian used this banner to slowly gain recognition from the Jiangdong clan. However, Sheng Xian also knew that this recognition was actually very unreliable. Once he wanted to exclude the Jiangdong clan from the power decision-making level, he would definitely be strongly counterattacked by the Jiangdong clan. Therefore, when an imperial edict was sent from Chang'an to transfer him to Dongjun, Sheng Xian wanted to resign because of illness. He knew that Dongjun was more terrifying than Wujun, so he should not get involved with those aristocratic clans.

But he didn't expect that before he could sue for his resignation, Fang Zhiwen's navy was already under the eyelids. Sheng Xian and Kong Rong had a good relationship and often had letters. Kong Rong praised Fang Zhiwen very much, and Sheng Xian also wanted to meet the General Pingbei. But he didn't expect that the General Pingbei came, but he came with a large army. This made Sheng Xian feel very uncomfortable and even complained about Kong Rong.

Sheng Xian knew that the thing he was most anxious now was definitely not himself, but the Jiangdong clans. Fang Zhiwen's move was like lying down a tiger beside the Jiangdong clans. It would be strange if the Jiangdong clan could sleep!

As expected, the day after the news came, the Jiangdong clan represented by Gu Yong, Lu Jun and Zhu Zhi came to the door.

Seeing their imposing appearance, Sheng Xian felt regretful. If he had known that he had already submitted a letter to resign, it would not be his turn to be unlucky. Let the Jiangdong clan solve the matter on Jiangdong by themselves. Judging from their appearance, they are not ready to compromise. After this battle, no matter whether it is victory or loss, it may not be a good thing for Sheng Xian.

Sheng Xian forced a smile to invite representatives of the aristocratic clans in. He listened to their passionate statements. To put it simply, it was to denounce Fang Zhiwen invading Jiangdong for no reason, causing the people in Jiangdong to be panicked and uneasy. Therefore, after consultation, the elders and gentry in Jiangdong decided to express their feelings to Sheng Xian and ask Sheng Xian to send a navy army to sweep away such sluts. The Jiangdong aristocratic clans were willing to contribute their efforts to help Sheng Xian achieve great achievements.

Sheng Xian hesitated for a while and finally said, "Dear elders, I understand what you mean, but General Pingbei has always taken it as his mission to destroy foreign tribes and expand territory. He has never heard of any active attack on his friends and neighbors. This matter... Is it better to be more cautious? Why should I contact General Pingbei first and see what General Pingbei intends? There may be some misunderstandings here. If it can be explained, it would be great, so why do you have to fight against each other?"

Zhu Zhi was a little embarrassed and had to stop speaking. Gu Yongzheng wanted to nod, but after thinking about it, he held back. Lu Jun lowered his face without hesitation and said: "Sir, are you afraid of Fang Zhiwen, or are you interested in colluding with Fang Zhiwen and taking Wujun in one fell swoop?"

"Be careful! I am an official with Fang Zhiwen, and I have no relationship with him, and I have never even had any letters. What I said just now is a kind intention. Besides, what General Pingbei took was just a small island outside the sea, and it was not all of you, so it was also a territorial development. Why are you so panicked?!"

"My Lord is such a bad word. General Pingbei is in the north of Youzhou, but now he is rushing south. Isn't this absent from the king's order? As a great man, we should do our best for the country. There is no panic, but only a touch of righteous indignation! Since the master is afraid of his head and do not want to act, we should ask the governor for confession."

Sheng Xian was overjoyed when he saw Lu Jun's arrogant look, but pretended to be angry and his face darkened: "Okay, I feel so old that I am trying to resign from my post recently. I don't want to do anything. I'm so easy, so I won't give it to you!"
Chapter completed!