I have to say that going to court is really tiring, especially since the court meeting lasts longer than the morning meeting.
During the Tang Dynasty, the morning dynasty started at about half past six every day.
Then the meeting lasted for two hours, which ended around 8:30.
The officials who participate are those of fifth rank and above. Those below do not come on weekdays. They only need to attend the court meetings on the first and fifteenth day of each month.
It is worth mentioning that in the Tang Dynasty, the morning dynasty did not go to court standing up, but while kneeling.
Li Ke felt it was quite boring. If Li Tai hadn't reminded him, he would have almost fallen asleep.
It's approaching noon, and this meeting is almost over.
Hearing Wang Meng's announcement that the meeting was over, Li Ke stood up and was about to leave, but before he took two steps, he was grabbed by Li Tai.
"Third brother, what are you doing?"
"What else can I do? Go home and have lunch."
Li Ke looked at him doubtfully.
"Um, didn't you see that Father asked us to stay?"
Li Tai was speechless. He pointed to the wooden board not far away and followed his line of sight. There were several signs hanging on the wooden board.
And each sign has a name written on it.
Changsun Wuji, Fang Xuanling, and Wei Zheng were all there, and of course the names of their princes were also there.
Good guy, are you going to be detained in jail?
I never imagined that I could experience the experience of going to school again here. It is really like dreaming back to my boyhood.
Seeing this, Li Ke could only stay where he was.
Not long after, most of the people in the palace had left, and only Changsun Wuji and a few other ministers were left with them.
"Everyone, His Majesty is waiting for you in the inner hall."
At this time, Wang Meng came out and said to everyone.
Several people immediately followed Wang Meng and walked towards the Tai Chi Hall.
"Third brother, do you have any inside information? What is the purpose of this detention?"
He was confused and simply asked Li Tai.
"This matter is probably related to eldest brother."
Li Tai thought for a while and pointed the finger at Li Chengqian. After all, they had done nothing recently to avoid being detained in court.
After hearing this answer, Li Ke also felt that it was very possible.
Soon, they arrived at the inner hall. Li Shimin was sitting at the top of the table, and on the other side was the prince Li Chengqian.
But at this moment, his face looked slightly ugly, and he lowered his head and didn't know what he was thinking.
"I see your Majesty!"
Several people came in and saluted immediately.
Li Shimin nodded slightly, then waved his hand and said, "Everyone, please sit down. I'm keeping you down today just for one thing."
"Chengqian, please tell me."
"Yes, Father."
Li Chengqian stood up after hearing this and came to the center of the hall.
"On October 17, a murder occurred in Chongrenfang. This murder resulted in the death of seven people, three of whom were Hu people..."
As he told it, everyone gradually understood what was going on.
After a murder occurred in Chongrenfang last month, Li Shimin wanted to give the prince some experience, so he handed the matter over to him for investigation.
The murders of seven people also involved Hu people. From a certain perspective, this case is also very important.
After Li Chengqian got it, he did not delay, but immediately investigated it.
Finally, after more than half a month, a survey result was handed in today.
It's just obvious that Li Shimin is very dissatisfied with the outcome of this case.
"The evidence in this case is insufficient and all clues have been cut off. It is no longer possible to continue the investigation. It is recommended to put it on hold until new clues emerge."
Back at the scene, Li Chengqian also told the results of his investigation.
I have to say that this investigation report is indeed well done. Every regulation is clearly written, and there is no problem in terms of the overall logic.
It's just that this result is a bit sloppy.
If the clues are lost, will it become an unsolved case without investigation?
It's a little too hasty.
Changsun Wuji and others were silent, not knowing what to say for a while.
"Everyone has finished listening. Let's talk about your views on this case."
Seeing this, Li Shimin urged him.
"Your Majesty, Chongrenfang is a hotel-intensive area with a high turnover of people. Now that the clues are lost, it is really difficult to continue the investigation."
"However, this case cannot be closed in such a hurry. Someone can be sent to issue a reward, and rewards will be given to anyone who can provide clues."
"In this way, there may be new clues."
Changsun Wuji stood up, came to Li Chengqian and said.
These words were meant for Li Shimin and also for Li Chengqian.
Changsun Wuji understands the current situation very well.
This is because Li Shimin felt that the prince's attitude was not good enough. Halfway through the investigation, there were no clues, so he closed the case directly.
Isn't this a joke?
This is how the investigation was conducted.
You may not be able to find out anything in the end, but the premise is that you do it carefully, instead of just not checking it for about half a month like now.
If we really handle the case in this way, we don’t know how many more unjust, false and erroneous cases there will be on that day.
On the other side, Fang Xuanling was not prepared to stand up and speak, but glanced in Li Ke's direction without leaving any trace.
Seeing that this guy had nothing to do with him and had a high-spirited expression, Fang Xuanling felt no more trouble in his heart.
He didn't say anything, but Wei Zheng stood up directly.
"Your Majesty, the prince's move is indeed inappropriate. I suggest that the Chongrenfang case should be transferred to the Ministry of Punishment immediately and urge the Ministry of Punishment to handle the case as soon as possible."
Wei Zheng didn't care about the prince's face, he just started from the fundamentals.
Since your prince cannot investigate clearly, then leave it to the Criminal Department to investigate the case clearly first.
From Li Ke's perspective, as the two ministers proposed new methods, Li Chengqian's face became a little more ugly.
This more and more reflects his ridiculous behavior in handling this matter.
As expected, Li Shimin also looked at him and spoke, his expression extremely serious.
"Cheng Qian, now you know why I was angry just now. Look at what kind of case you are solving!"
"There are obviously many ways to investigate this case, but you chose to close the case. How can I not be angry!"
"Do you realize your mistake now?"
"Go back to my father. I already know my mistake. Please give me another chance. I will definitely investigate it carefully!"
"Let's get to the bottom of this case."
After Li Chengqian heard this, he immediately saluted and said.
If it had been before, Li Shimin might have agreed to let him make up for his mistakes and continue the investigation.
But if Li Ke and Li Ke are allowed to stay today, it is obvious that this case will no longer be handed over to Li Chengqian for investigation.
As expected, Li Shimin looked at Li Tai and Li Ke.
"What do you two think of this case, and how should it be handled?"
Li Tai blinked, but he didn't expect that the food would get to him.
"Back to my father, I think it's best to leave this matter to my eldest brother."
"What about you, Li Ke."
"Father, why not leave this case to me."
Li Ke saw that everyone was looking over and immediately stood up and said.
