Yue Xin was helpless and could not refute. He could only look at the emperor, hoping to get help from the emperor, and took the initiative: "Your Majesty, I, Yushitai, have always served the imperial court and have absolutely no selfish motives. Please tell me clearly."
Ying Jiuxiao laughed in his heart.
He looked at Lin Feng with an unabashed expression of admiration.
Yushitai is a shit stirrer.
Ying Jiuxiao agrees with this point. Over the years, although Ying Jiuxiao had monopolized power, few people from Yushitai in the court dared to oppose the emperor. However, Yushitai was such a bomb. Not only did they impeach hundreds of officials, but some people in Yushitai also wanted to impeach the emperor.
If you kill him, he will die, and the emperor will be known as a tyrant.
To admonish an official is to seek benevolence and gain benevolence.
He died and your reputation was tarnished.
If you don't kill him, the impeachment will be endless and very difficult to handle. After all, it is normal for people in Yushitai to hear rumors about making trouble.
In the end, you can only turn a blind eye.
This is the emperor's helplessness.
If you want to be a sage king or a wise king, you cannot deal with the officials of Yushitai at every turn.
Ying Jiuxiao has always been pragmatic and tries not to care about reputation. All he cares about is his own political achievements and the development and strength of Da Qin. It's just that sometimes I don't like Yushitai to interfere.
With one word from Lin Feng, the Yushitai was suppressed, and even the ministers of various ministries agreed.
Ying Jiuxiao knew the reasons why the various ministers agreed. He hoped to control the influence of Yushitai and did not want Yushitai to have too much power.
When Da Qin needs reform and unity with the outside world, internal public opinion and fighting must be suppressed. If the internal conflicts are not suppressed and the internal conflicts continue and everyone fights constantly, how can we get out of the East?
It will be even more difficult to reform when internal strife continues.
The court only needs one voice.
Ying Jiuxiao knew what was going on, and with a serious expression on his face, he said in a deep voice: "I think Lin Feng's words are reasonable, and all the ministers agree. Then this matter is settled. There must be sufficient evidence for Yushitai to impeach officials. If we don’t even have the most basic evidence, how can we talk about anything else?”
Yue Xin's face completely fell.
It’s over!
The power of Yushitai was immediately weakened.
Yue Xin's face was pale, and he looked a little disappointed. He bowed and said, "I obey your order."
Ying Jiuxiao continued: "The matter of Yushitai has been settled like this and will not be changed. Another thing is that Lin Feng is our hero of the Qin Dynasty. He worked hard for the reform of the Qin Dynasty. I don't want anyone to be impeached again. . It’s true that you impeached Lin Feng for violating laws and disciplines, so that’s it. However, if you want to take the opportunity to make trouble against Lin Feng, you will never allow it.”
"I obey the order."
Wang Tang and other ministers in the court all spoke together.
Ying Jiuxiao asked: "Is there anything else?"
All the court officials were silent.
Ying Jiuxiao waved his hand and said: "Since everything is fine, Zhang Yi, Wang Tang, and Lin Feng will stay, and the rest of them will leave."
The officials withdrew, leaving only Lin Feng and three others.
Ying Jiuxiao said slowly: "The reason why I keep you here is to discuss the disposition of Lu Yi, Tang Hongchang, Qi Minzhi and others. Do you know these three people?"
Lin Feng did not express his position.
He really didn't know much about this matter.
Zhang Yi, as the head of the staff, took the lead and said: "Reporting to your majesty, Lu Yi is the consort of the Qin Dynasty. He serves as the Zongzheng of the clan mansion and is also the husband of Princess Ankang. In the clan, Lu Yi is quite influential."
"Tang Hongchang came from the Tang family in Shuzhong during the Great Qin Dynasty. The Tang family was a large family in Shuzhou, and one of them served as the governor of Hanzhong County and also ran business. The Shu brocade purchased by the imperial court was provided solely by the Tang family."
"Qi Minzhi is a native of Henei County in Daqin. Qi Minzhi himself is a great Confucian and is quite famous in Daqin. He is the representative of the Qi family in Xianyang. Some of Qi Min's ancestors served as ministers of the Ministry of War, and others served as generals of hussars in the army. , is an old noble of the Qin Dynasty. The Qi family is in Hanoi County, and they also deal in grain. All the tribute rice for the imperial court is purchased by the Qi family."
"This is the general situation of the three people."
As the Minister of the Ministry of Personnel, Zhang Yi knew the situation of the Qin Dynasty very well. The local people, especially these important people, were all in Zhang Yi's mind.
It's clear that the emperor mentioned it, and something must have happened.
Therefore, Zhang Yi did not hide his clumsiness.
Wang Tang was confused when he heard that the emperor suddenly mentioned what these three people were doing. Could it be that the three people were the ones behind the scenes to deal with Lin Feng?
possible.
After Wang Tang had a guess, he became more and more happy. Because the wealthy families and old nobles of Great Qin are extremely domineering and should be dealt with.
Only if it is dealt with can further reform be facilitated.
Ying Jiuxiao said in a deep voice: "Lu Yi, Tang Hongchang and Qi Minzhi are the ones who incited Gao Yuan, Cui Fu and others to impeach Lin Feng this time. Their respective families have connected everyone. What do you think should be done? Disposal?"
Zhang Yi usually doesn't express his position, but now he knows Ying Jiuxiao's intentions, and personnel adjustments are a matter for the Ministry of Personnel.
There's no getting away from this.
Otherwise, what would the emperor do if he left him?
Zhang Yi continued: "Your Majesty, I think that since the three major families are involved in this matter, we should deal with it. First, remove Lu Yi from his official position in the Zongren Mansion and make him spend three months behind closed doors. He is not allowed to go out. Let someone visit."
"Second, the Tang family and the Qi family were stripped of their status as imperial merchants. Shu brocade and tribute rice were no longer purchased by them, and other people were responsible for it. Third, one person from the Tang family served as the prefect of Hanzhong and was transferred to Yuesi County as the prefect. Two members of the Qi family served in the army, and all of them were assigned to serve in the local garrison in Yueqi County."
Zhang Yidao: "Since we have to deal with it, we must deal with it severely. Your Majesty, please be clear about it."
Wang Tang raised his eyebrows when he heard this.
This arrangement can be said to be a drain on the fire.
Lu Yi is the consort, the Zongzheng of the clan's mansion, and has great influence in the clan. All of this stems from the emperor's respect and the fact that Lu Yi is married to the emperor's sister.
Now, the emperor is furious.
All of this is taken away directly.
Lu Yi lost the emperor's trust and was ordered to shut up and think about his mistakes. This was a harsh punishment. From then on, everything about Lu Yi was gone.
The foundation of the Tang family lies in the status of a Hanzhong governor and an imperial merchant. Without these two identities, the Tang family will get into trouble even if they have money. What's more, there are also competitions among the major local families. If the Tang family loses these, the people around you will take action upon hearing the news and will not just sit idly by.
Few icings on the cake, more adding insult to injury.
This is the norm.
The main members of the Qi family are in the army, and the Qi family's business has been stripped away, so the Qi family can be considered abolished. Under such a premise, the Qi family will soon decline.
Local battles will be even more brutal.
The Qi family's situation was even worse.
Wang Tang understood in his heart and cupped his hands and said: "Your Majesty, I agree with Zhang Shangshu's arrangement."
Ying Jiuxiao nodded, looked at Lin Feng, and asked, "Lin Feng, what do you think?"
"Everything depends on your Majesty."
Lin Feng naturally agreed in his heart.
According to the treatment mentioned by Zhang Yi, it is already quite good. Moreover, Ying Jiuxiao had tried his best to protect Lin Feng. Of course, Ying Jiuxiao also took this opportunity to deal with the members of these big families and further defeat the big local families.
If you don't obey, just deal with it.
No one dared to resist.
Ying Jiuxiao ordered: "Zhang Yi, I have approved your suggestion. I will issue the decree."
"I obey the decree."
Zhang Yi answered respectfully.
Ying Jiuxiao waved his hand and said, "Okay, everyone, please step back."
Lin Feng, Wang Tang and Zhang Yi bowed and then left. A group of three people left the imperial city. Zhang Yi left first. Wang Tang looked at Lin Feng and said, "Master Lin, after returning to Xianyang, he will come to Wang's house as a guest when he has time. I'm looking forward to it."
Lin Feng said: "Thank you uncle."
He calls him uncle, after all, the relationship between the two families is different.
A smile appeared on Wang Tang's face and he said: "Okay, be careful when you return to Xianyang. It's not safe for you to come back now. In addition, if there is anything that needs help from the Wang family, just let the arranger inform you."
Lin Feng nodded in agreement.
…
To the west of the city, Fengqi Tower.
This is the place where Lu Yi, Tang Hongchang and Qi Minzhi often gather.
This is Lu Yi's industry.
Second floor, elegant interior.
Lu Yi, Tang Hongchang and Qi Minzhi were drinking and chatting, looking very comfortable.
Lu Yi picked up the wine bottle, looked at Tang Hongchang and Qi Minzhi from a distance, and said with a smile: "Today's court meeting, Lin Feng is also in the court. As long as Gao Yuan takes the lead in impeachment and the court officials agree, Lin Feng will definitely not be able to bear it. Although Your Majesty said He is determined to protect Lin Feng, and in the face of overwhelming impeachment, no one can stop him. After all, Lin Feng has violated the interests of too many people."
Tang Hongchang smiled and said: "This time, everything depends on the prince-in-law's strategizing. As long as Lin Feng, the person responsible for the reform of the shareholding system, is captured and imprisoned. If we stop him later, everything will be simple."
Qi Minzhi boasted: "With the influence of the consort in the clan, these old nobles took action, and the ministers of the court impeached. Lin Feng's little influence is not worth mentioning. His attempt to reform is asking for death."
Lu Yi chuckled and said: "You have all exaggerated my role. In fact, this is Lin Feng's own suicide. He is indeed capable, but what he did touched the interests of too many people and caused public outrage. So this Only when Lin Feng was impeached for the first time did so many people want to stand up. Lin Feng thought he was powerful, but little did he know that even if His Majesty protected him, it would be difficult."
Qi Minzhi said: "That's true."
Tang Hongchang smiled and said: "The prince-in-law is still humble."
"Boom! Boom!"
A knock on the door came from outside.
There was a rapid knock on the door, and the door was pushed open, and the housekeeper of Lu Yi's house was seen hurriedly entering, bowing and saying: "Consort, something bad has happened. Gao Yuan took the lead in impeaching Lin Feng, something went wrong, and he himself There were many charges, which were thrown out by His Majesty in public. Gao Yuan committed suicide, and the members of the Gao family will also be punished. Everyone else who participated in the impeachment has problems, and they will all be jailed and questioned, and even the family will have their homes confiscated and exiled. "
brush!
The expressions of Lu Yi, Qi Minzhi and Tang Hongchang changed slightly.
Something is wrong.
how so?
Lu Yi frowned and said, "Is there any more news?"
The housekeeper shook his head and said: "That's all about Lin Feng for the time being. Oh, one more thing is that Lin Feng made a suggestion. The people in Yushitai must have enough evidence to impeach officials, otherwise they cannot be impeached. His Majesty accepted it. It is suggested that the power of Yushitai has been severely reduced now, and Yue Xin, the Yushitai doctor, looks like he has lost his soul."
Lu Yi waved his hand and the housekeeper stepped back.
Qi Minzhi and Tang Hongchang also frowned.
All three people believe that impeaching Lin Feng this time should be a rock-solid matter.
Unexpectedly, it failed.
Gao Yuan died directly, which was a huge loss.
After the three of them were silent for a while, Lu Yi took the lead and said: "Although Gao Yuan died, and His Majesty even dealt with the other people who participated in the impeachment, we cannot admit defeat. We still have many opportunities now. When it comes to the reform of sharing the land with the peasants, If we give up ourselves, we are completely finished.”
Qi Minzhi and Tang Hongchang both nodded.
All three of them knew the situation.
They cannot retreat.
Once you retreat, once you give in, the reform of sharing the land from one person to another will be implemented, and there will be no chance of reversal from now on.
The three of them discussed and discussed how to continue dealing with Lin Feng.
But, there was nothing I could do for a while.
Lin Feng was difficult to deal with, so he eventually returned to the method mentioned before, which was to prepare a honey trap to create conflict between Lin Fengxian and Bai Yuyao. Wait for the next step, and then use the prince and Ying Jiuxiao to deal with Lin Feng.
"Crunch!"
The door was pushed open directly.
Zhang Yi's housekeeper hurried in, his expression even more panicked.
When Lu Yi saw this scene, his heart skipped a beat and he suddenly became nervous.
What's happening here?
Could it be that something big happened again?
The steward returned to Lu Yi's side and bowed: "Consort, His Majesty's edict came from the court to remove you from your official position in the Zongren Mansion, and ordered you to stay in seclusion for three months. Even more, His Majesty did not allow you to see guests. No one is allowed to visit, so you can reflect on it."
brush!
Lu Yi's expression changed drastically.
He was actually dealt with.
He had considerable prestige in the court, especially in the clan, but now he was dismissed from office.
The housekeeper glanced at Tang Hongchang again and continued: "The Tang family's Hanzhong prefect was dismissed and transferred to Yueqi County as the prefect. The Tang family's Shu brocade, which specially supplies the royal family, has also been cancelled, and the status of the imperial merchant has been removed."
boom! !
Tang Hongchang was stunned.
how so?
The reason why the Tang family has great influence in Shuzhou is not only because the Tang family has prestige in Shuzhou, but also because the Tang family is a scholarly family. Moreover, because the Tang family is an imperial merchant and there are members of the family who serve as prefects and hold real power, this can support the Tang family and support everything in the Tang family.
Now, all this is gone.
The Tang family was weakened in the blink of an eye. It can be expected that after the news reaches Shuzhou, many big families in Shuzhou will inevitably fight for it. To the point of further suppressing the Tang family, many of the Tang family's interests must be divided.
Qi Minzhi also became nervous and asked quickly: "Has my Qi family been affected?"
The steward said: "The Qi family has the same treatment here. The Qi family's qualifications to supply tribute rice in Hanoi County are cancelled, and their status as imperial merchants is also cancelled. Your Qi family has two main generals in the army and they are transferred to Yueqi County. , responsible for taking charge of the place.”
Qi Minzhi's cheeks twitched when he heard this.
"It's over, it's over!"
"My family has a century-old foundation and spent countless efforts to become an imperial merchant of the imperial court. Now, all this is gone. Even the mainstay of the family was transferred to Yuexi County because of this disposal. It was a barren land. ah."
"My Qi family is so miserable."
Qi Minzhi felt extremely regretful in his heart. He looked at Lu Yi and Tang Hongchang, and gritted his teeth and said: "We worked so hard to resist the intrusion of stalls, and now the price we have paid is too high. Such a person The price is unbearable. Although the reform of spreading the income from one person to another has some impact, it can only cost a little money. Today, we have to pay too much."
Tang Hongchang's body was also trembling slightly, and he was about to cry without tears. He said: "My Tang family is the same. This time, the Tang family has paid too much. I regret participating in the fight against Lin Feng, why bother to intervene?"
This time, the Tang family suffered too much loss.
This is an unbearable price.
Lu Yi looked at the two of them and sighed in his heart, why shouldn't he?
Today, the loss is too great.
Qi Minzhi stood up and said: "Consort Lu, it involves important matters of the Qi family. I can't stay any longer. I'll take my leave."
Tang Hongchang followed: "Consort Lu, take your leave."
Both of them were distracted.
If there is a big change in the family, there will inevitably be a pack of wolves around. Even whether their respective families can maintain it is a problem, and they must go back and make arrangements as soon as possible.
Lu Yikong sat in the room, feeling a little frustrated. After a while, he stood up helplessly and left Fengqi Tower. Standing outside Fengqi Tower, the cold wind blew and entered his neck. Lu Yi could not help but shiver.
Everything is cold.
This year's cold weather is especially cold.
