Zongwu: Start as Jinyiwei, invincible and powerful!

On the seventh day after the death of Emperor Zhu Shou, Crown Prince Zhu Jun completed the coronation ceremony and became the new emperor.

However, major court affairs were basically presided over by the three cabinet ministers Lin Fan, Zhang Julu and Chen Lin, as well as other important officials such as the ministers of various ministries.

Among them, Lin Fan was mainly responsible for military aspects, especially the defense of the capital, the guarding of the imperial palace, and the mobilization and arrangement of border troops.

As for political affairs, they are basically handled by Zhang Julu, Chen Lin and others. Of course, when making decisions, Lin Fan's consent is also required.

In addition, as the Minister of Rites, Chen Lin was also responsible for the worship of the late Emperor Zhu Shou, the subsequent funeral arrangements, and the reception of princes and foreign envoys.

It can be said that at this stage, the busiest department is the Ministry of Rites.

The King of Northern Song, the King of Nanli, the King of Western Liang, as well as the King of Taiping and the King of Nan and other members of the royal family, all went to Yong'an City to pay homage to the late Emperor Zhu Shou.

What surprised Lin Fan was that both the princes of the royal family and the vassal kings were very well behaved and did not take the opportunity to do anything improper.

Even the envoys sent by foreign countries such as Beimang and Beiyuan were well-behaved and did not do anything special.

Before they knew it, more than a month had passed. After paying homage to the late Emperor Zhu Shou, the princes and foreign envoys left.

On this day, Lin Fan went to the palace as usual to report some court affairs to the young emperor Zhu Jun, and also to pay tribute to the late emperor Zhu Shou.

Lin Fan had just finished paying respects to Zhu Shou. Before he could approach the young emperor, a eunuch approached him, "Lord Lin, His Majesty wishes to see you."

Lin Fan raised his eyebrows slightly when he heard this. He was a little surprised and nodded, "I understand."

After saying that, Lin Fan went to the main hall of Yong'an Palace.

After the young emperor Zhu Jun ascended the throne, he moved into Yong'an Palace, the palace belonging to the emperor.

As they passed a secluded corridor, the eunuch approached Lin Fan and whispered, "Master Lin, Governor Cao asked me to remind you that the Heavenly Master of Longhu Mountain is also with Your Majesty."

The Heavenly Master of Mount Longhu, Zhu Danping.

Lin Fan's heart moved slightly, and he nodded silently without saying anything more.

Soon, Lin Fan arrived at the gate of Yong'an Palace as if he was familiar with the place.

Lin Fan said to the eunuch, "Go and inform His Majesty."

"Yes," the eunuch replied respectfully, and then went into Yong'an Palace to report the news.

Soon, a voice summoning Lin Fan was heard from the hall.

Lin Fan's face was calm as he stepped into the hall. With a quick glance, he found that in addition to the young emperor Zhu Jun and the East Factory Supervisor Cao Shaoqin, there was also an old man wearing a Taoist robe, with gray hair but a ruddy complexion.

"I am here to see you, Your Majesty."

Lin Fan bowed slightly to the young emperor Zhu Jun and clasped his fists.

"No need to be polite, Zhongfu," the young emperor Zhu Jun said, waving his hand. "I have said many times that Zhongfu does not need to be informed when he comes to see me."

Lin Fan said, "Your Majesty trusts and values ​​this humble minister, but I cannot disregard the etiquette between the monarch and his subjects."

The old man at the side suddenly said, "You must be one of the regents chosen by the late emperor for His Majesty, Commander of the Imperial Guard, Lin Fan. You are quite respectful and polite to the emperor."

The young emperor Zhu Jun introduced Lin Fan, "This is Zhu Danping, one of the four great celestial masters of Mount Longhu. He is also a senior member of my royal family."

"Senior has been cultivating in Longhu Mountain for many years and rarely returns to the capital. He rushed back when he heard that the emperor was critically ill. He never expected that when he returned, the emperor had already passed away."

"The senior learned about Zhongfu's story and was very impressed by him, so he wanted to meet him."

Upon hearing this, Lin Fan bowed to Zhu Danping and said, "I wonder what the Heavenly Master wants to talk to me about?"

Zhu Danping looked at Lin Fan for a moment and said slowly, "I heard that you started as a small-time Jinyiwei flag and rose to your current position in just a few years?"

Lin Fan said, "Master, you're right. This is all thanks to the late emperor's cultivation of me."

Zhu Danping stared at Lin Fan, his eyes flickering for a moment, and said, "I've basically understood your experience. Although your promotion was a bit too fast, considering your achievements, you're barely qualified."

"The reason the late emperor valued you so highly, besides your achievements, is also because you are so young and have reached the level of a celestial being, right?"

"I have indeed broken through to the realm of heaven and man," Lin Fan nodded slightly and said calmly.

Zhu Danping said, "I have been cultivating diligently for over a hundred years, and have only just managed to reach the state of unity between man and nature. Lord Lin's opportunity is truly enviable to me. I would like to learn from you, Lord Lin. I believe you will not refuse, right?"

"Since the Heavenly Master has this intention, I will certainly accompany you," Lin Fan said with a smile.

At this time, the young emperor Zhu Jun said from the side: "Tianshi, Zhongfu, you are all my relatives and my support. If you fight with each other and accidentally hurt each other, I don't know what to do."

Zhu Danping waved his whisk and said with a faint smile, "Your Majesty, don't worry. I will spar with Lord Lin and stop when I am satisfied. I will not hurt him."

In Zhu Danping's opinion, Lin Fan is still very young and may not have truly broken through to the state of unity between man and nature.

Moreover, even if Lin Fan really broke through to the state of unity between man and nature, it would not last long, and he would definitely not be his opponent.

Lin Fan glanced at Zhu Danping and said nothing.

Afterwards, the two of them arrived at the royal martial arts arena.

The young emperor Zhu Jun, accompanied by Cao Shaoqin and a group of palace guards, also came to the side of the martial arts field, ready to watch the fight between the two up close.

Zhu Danping and Lin Fan arrived at the center of the martial arts arena and stood facing each other. Immediately, Zhu Danping said calmly, "Master Lin, make your move!"

Lin Fan smiled and said, "In that case, Master Tian, ​​please be careful."

As the voice fell, Lin Fan took out the Embroidered Spring Knife from his waist, and the true energy in his body suddenly surged.

In an instant, the aura of Lin Fan, who originally looked ordinary, suddenly increased countless times!

A powerful aura pressed towards Zhu Danping, and even everyone around the entire martial arts field felt a strong sense of oppression from that powerful aura!

Zhu Danping, who had originally looked relaxed, became serious when he sensed this scene, and was deeply shocked.

How can it be?

With such a powerful aura, I’m afraid even the ancestor of Longhu Mountain is no more than this!

Lin Fan ignored Zhu Danping's shock and slashed towards Zhu Danping with the Embroidered Spring Knife in his hand!

boom!

Suddenly, a terrifying roar sounded in the air!

Under the shocked eyes of Zhu Danping, the little emperor Zhu Jun and others, a terrifying blade light nearly a hundred meters long instantly slashed towards Zhu Danping!

Zhu Danping's face changed drastically. He hurriedly mobilized all his energy to form an invisible light shield, covering himself. At the same time, he waved the whisk in his hand, and an invisible attack shot towards Lin Fan opposite him.