In ancient times, for soldiers and commanders who went on an expedition, if they delayed their military term, there would be different punishments according to the seriousness of the situation.
Punishments include not only beatings with the cane, deprivation of military rank, fines, but also execution.
According to the provisions of the "Qinglu", whether intentionally or unintentionally, as long as the combat troops fail to arrive at the designated place on time and delay the fighter plane, it is a violation of military orders and constitutes the crime of default.
Of course, for Qingguo, especially the prince, the final decision-making power rests entirely with the emperor.
At this time, Emperor Qing glanced at the ministers. After everyone was filled with indignation and accused the prince of his crimes, Emperor Qing nodded.
"My lords, I understand everything you said."
"However, based on the contents of the letter alone, it is not possible to determine the reason why the prince stayed in Jincheng. Therefore, I will issue an order and send a military governor there to see the situation in Jincheng. If it is true, As the newspaper said, I will never sit idly by and watch."
"But if someone deliberately fabricates facts, I will never tolerate it!"
How could Yang Wenyuan and others not hear that the emperor was actually deliberately favoring the prince when he said this.
It was just to buy him time.
Although Jincheng is not far away, it will take at least a day to reach it at the fastest speed.
If the prince had left today, even if the military governor arrived, he would probably not be punished.
But there was no way. At this time, no one could change the emperor's decision.
Yang Wenyuan stood up immediately.
"Your Majesty!"
"I wonder, Your Majesty, who do you want to send as the governor?"
Emperor Qing did not answer, but asked instead.
"Who does the Prime Minister want?"
Yang Wenyuan thought for a while, then looked back at everyone.
"The old minister thinks that Mr. Yang Zhuyang, the minister of the Ministry of Industry, is the most suitable!"
"Master Yang has served as a military governor before and has spent some time in Jincheng. He is familiar with the officials and government affairs there. I believe that by going this time, I will be able to find out the reason for the prince's stay!"
Having said that, everyone knows it.
Yang Zhu had an old grudge against the prince. After Prime Minister Yang cleared the blame behind him, he had been waiting for an opportunity to take revenge on the prince.
And now, isn't it the best time?
If you let him be the governor, can you still say good things to the prince?
At this time, the officials came forward one after another.
"I agree with the Prime Minister's proposal!"
Emperor Qing thought for a moment. There was this gloomy feeling all over the quiet hall.
"Since all the ministers agree, let Yang Chu serve as the governor of Jincheng this time."
Just after the meeting, when everyone had left, Emperor Qing suddenly looked at his attendant Laifu.
"Go! Send Zhang Shi to the palace to see him!"
...
"...Your Highness, this is probably the case."
After listening to what Qin Wei said, Liu Qi snorted coldly.
"Pass this king's order! Put Shi Kailin in jail immediately!"
Just now, Qin Wei and Liu Qi reported the results of this investigation.
After investigation, it was found that Zhao Weixian indeed left the city alone, and a woodcutter from Luzhang County told him that Master Zhao was also seen on the road to Jincheng.
Qin Wei asked more questions and found out.
He has been walking on the road leading to Jincheng for more than ten years, and there are no wild animals at all! Moreover, I have never heard of bandits in the surrounding area!
In other words, if Zhao Weixian's goal is Jincheng, it is almost impossible to have an accident on the way.
Of course, this cannot be used as evidence to convict Shikelin.
However, Qin Wei discovered it when he explored Luzhang County.
The current county magistrate, Sun Xing, was transferred from other counties.
This is okay, the county magistrate has the right to appoint the county magistrate.
But here’s the key!
Qin Wei inquired in many ways and found out.
The man named Sun Xing turned out to be a county magistrate, the second in command of the county government.
Later, he was dismissed from his post by the county magistrate after being reported by the people for embezzling money and food that had no place.
It is no longer a small problem that an official who has violated the law can suddenly change his identity and become the magistrate of Luzhang County.
besides!
Now in Luzhang County, all subordinates have been transferred. More than half of them are Sun Xing's family members!
It is no exaggeration to say that the current Luzhang County is equivalent to being run by his Sun family.
There was nothing else. If he stayed longer, Qin Wei could only return to Jincheng with the existing information.
At this time, Qin Wei was suddenly shocked when he heard the prince's order.
"Your Highness, just because of this matter, will you put Shi Kelin in jail?"
When Qin Wei thought about it, Shi Kailin had a hundred reasons.
For example, he was the person recommended by the people below, but he didn’t know anything about it. Or maybe it's been too long, and Sun Xing has forgotten the crimes he committed before, etc.
In this case, the most we can do is ask him for a crime of negligence.
In the Qing Dynasty, the punishment for this kind of negligence was nothing more than a fine, a warning, and a serious demotion.
Being thrown directly into jail is beyond the scope of sentencing.
The most important thing is that the person we have to deal with now is still a prefect, a fourth-grade official appointed by the imperial court!
Liu Qi naturally understood what Qin Wei meant. But he chuckled nonchalantly and instantly narrowed his eyes.
"This time, I want to make a fuss out of a molehill, just to let everyone know that he, Shi Kelin, committed something and was imprisoned by me!"
"Only in this way can we lure the snake out of its hole!"
Liu Qi knew very well that whether it was in Luzhang County or in Jincheng, it would be impossible to find out more in a short time!
What he has to do now is to completely muddy this pool of clear water!
Liu Qi didn't believe it. Shi Kailin was already imprisoned. How could those people still calm down?
They would not think that the prefect would be imprisoned for a small oversight. They would only think that the prince had discovered more.
From now on, as long as they take action, their flaws will definitely be exposed!
"I will obey your orders!"
Qin Wei no longer hesitated and immediately followed the instructions.
As soon as he left, Liu Qi walked to the window.
Looking at the clear blue sky, he could feel it.
This storm in Jincheng is coming soon!
But he has neither regrets nor fear!
Even though the King of Heaven is protecting Jincheng behind him, he still wants to break it!
If you can't even play in a small Jincheng, then what qualifications do you have to be the crown prince of Daqing?
...
"Your Highness, Jia He outside the door has brought a group of Jincheng officials to ask for an audience!"
Han Dalin stood outside the door and shouted.
But Liu Qi replied coldly.
"Tell them, I won't see anyone!"
After a while.
"Your Highness! The Fourth Prince and General Yan Wenhu, please see me!"
"Tell them! Anyone who dares to disturb this king will be severely punished!"
