RPAGF Chapter 126 Entering the Hall of Benevolent Children!
Chapter 126 Entering the Hall of Benevolent Children!
A cold glint flashed in Zhang Fan's eyes.
"Get out of here."
His voice wasn't loud, but it carried an undeniable air of authority!
The two servants were so frightened that their legs went weak and they almost knelt down!
Of course they knew this man in front of them was a ruthless character who would draw his sword and kill any general who blocked his way if he didn't agree to something!
But... letting him in would mean certain death for me too!
Just when the atmosphere was extremely tense, and the two servants were about to cry from fright.
A rapid sound of horses' hooves approached from afar!
"Immortal Master! Immortal Master, please wait!"
There stood Prefect Feng Jing and Wei Sheng, the head of the Wei family.
The two of them actually rode their fast horses themselves, panting as they rushed over!
They dismounted and scrambled to Zhang Fan's side.
When Wei Sheng saw those two ignorant servants, he became even angrier!
"You bastard!"
"Slap! Slap!"
He rushed forward and slapped them hard with both hands, sending the two servants flying!
"You're all blind!"
"They even dare to stop a celestial master?!"
After beating the servant, Wei Sheng immediately put on a fawning smile and bowed and scraped before Zhang Fan:
"Oh dear! Your esteemed presence is an honor to welcome us. I am so sorry for not greeting you sooner!"
He pointed to the entrance of the Good Children's Hall and said with great enthusiasm:
"Please feel free to look around, Immortal Master! Please feel free to look around!"
"It feels just like being at home!"
Zhang Fan snorted coldly, too lazy to pay attention to these two old foxes, and strode straight inside.
Fusu followed closely behind.
Upon entering the courtyard of the Good Children's Hall, the scene before them took them by surprise.
The courtyard was spacious and bright, and was spotless.
Dozens of children dressed in clean and tidy clothes were happily chasing and playing in the yard.
Some were kicking sepak takraw, while others were playing pitching pot.
Others gathered around to listen to an old man tell a story.
Every child's face was filled with an innocent and carefree smile.
Upon seeing Wei Sheng enter, the children's eyes lit up, and they all crowded around him, calling out to him affectionately:
"Grandpa Wei!"
"Grandpa Wei, you're here!"
"Grandpa Wei, look at the new characters I learned!"
Wei Sheng immediately smiled kindly and gently, patting each child's head.
This harmonious and joyful scene, like a paradise on earth, moved even Fusu.
however.
Zhang Fan's brows furrowed slightly at this moment.
Feng Jing, standing to the side, kept a close eye on Zhang Fan with his cunning, fox-like eyes.
He was filled with doubt!
This Zhang Fan, why isn't he staying at his construction site!
Why did you suddenly come to this Good Children's Hall?
Could it be... that he discovered something?
Seeing Zhang Fan frown slightly as he looked at those innocent and carefree children.
Feng Jing's heart jumped into his throat!
No!
We must test the waters!
He immediately put on a warm smile and stepped forward.
Pointing to the children in the yard, he exclaimed in admiration:
"Master, look! These are all poor, homeless children."
"Thanks to the kind-hearted Master Wei, who founded this Charity Children's Hall!"
"They had a home to shelter them from the wind and rain, enough to eat and wear, and the opportunity to read and write."
"Patriarch Wei's actions are truly meritorious!"
"This is a blessing for the people of Shangdang County!"
Upon hearing this, Zhang Fan glanced at Wei Sheng, who was standing beside him with a kind face and surrounded by children.
Then he glanced at Feng Jing, who had a look of pride on his face.
He sneered inwardly, but deliberately put on a thoughtful expression, as if he had just realized something!
"oh--"
He drew out his words, as if he had just figured out something crucial.
"So... this is what charity work is all about!"
"How can you earn such praise from the people and have such a good reputation?"
Zhang Fan stroked his chin, his eyes gleaming with greed.
He turned to Feng Jing and Wei Sheng, and said in a matter-of-fact tone:
"This immortal master has come to Shangdang County to bring blessings to the region on His Majesty's orders."
"How can such a laborious task of winning people's hearts and gaining a good reputation be allowed to be monopolized by Patriarch Wei alone?"
These words were spoken.
The smiles on Feng Jing and Wei Sheng's faces froze instantly!
Their hearts skipped a beat, and they instinctively exchanged a glance!
What does he mean?
He... wants these children?!
No!
These goods must absolutely not be handed over!
In an instant, cold sweat broke out on the backs of both of them.
My brain raced, trying to figure out how to politely refuse without angering him.
Just as the two were extremely anxious—
"How about this!"
Zhang Fan clapped his hands and made a decision immediately.
But then he frowned in disgust and waved his hand dismissively:
"However, this immortal master doesn't have the time for such troublesome things as taking care of children."
"You can continue to support the person."
He pointed to the plaque of Shantongtang, his face full of domineering arrogance.
"But from this day forward, the good name of this Charity Hall belongs half to me!"
"From now on, when we promote it externally, we'll say it was co-founded by this immortal master and the Wei family head!"
"I want half of this good reputation too!"
Upon hearing this!
Feng Jing and Wei Sheng were taken aback at first.
Immediately, their eyes lit up with unbridled joy!
That's it!
They understood!
This kid didn't discover anything at all!
He was just jealous of Wei Sheng's "good reputation" and wanted to get a share of the profits!
Moreover, he only wanted the name, not the person!
This is simply... this is simply a windfall!
One is greedy for money and lustful, and now another is greedy for empty fame, and also loves to make a name for himself and hates trouble!
This kind of person is simply adorably stupid!
It's so easy to control!
"Of course! Of course!"
Feng Jing and Wei Sheng were greatly relieved and quickly nodded and bowed.
"The Immortal Master is truly virtuous!"
"You have the world in your heart, yet you don't concern yourself with these mundane matters of raising children!"
"He is truly a role model for us all!"
"No problem! Whatever you say, Immortal Master, we'll do!"
"I will fully cooperate!"
"Tomorrow, have someone engrave your name, Immortal Master, on the merit tablet at the Benevolent Children's Hall!"
The two readily agreed, as if afraid that Zhang Fan might change his mind.
……
After Zhang Fan, who was completely satisfied, walked away with his hands behind his back and Fu Su swaggering away.
In the courtyard of Shantongtang, only Feng Jing and Wei Sheng remained.
The smile on Wei Sheng's face vanished instantly, replaced by deep worry.
He leaned closer to Feng Jing, lowered his voice, and asked urgently:
"Brother Feng, Zhang Fan had to come today of all times!"
"I sense he's up to no good!"
"Should we still send out that batch of goods tonight?"
"What if he finds out, we..."
"What's there to be afraid of!"
Feng Jing waved his hand impatiently, his eyes full of disdain and contempt.
"Haven't you figured it out yet?"
"This Zhang Fan is nothing but a lustful, fame-grubbing good-for-nothing!"
He sneered and said with certainty:
"All he can think about now is how to get his beauties from the brothel and how to gain some so-called 'good reputation'!"
"He finds raising children too troublesome, how can you expect him to have the time or inclination to care about our affairs?"
Feng Jing looked at the group of children who were still playing, a venomous glint flashing in his eyes.
"Don't worry, our plan will not change!"
"Tonight, proceed as usual!"