Fan Li was trembling all over and said repeatedly: "Your Majesty, if you want to impose a crime, why bother? This slave is unjust!" At this time, Xiao Jing stepped forward, pulled Fan Li and motioned for him to leave, but Fan Li refused. He even pushed Xiao Jing and almost staggered. Zhengde looked embarrassed and said: "Eunuch Xiao, don't wade into this muddy water. This matter has nothing to do with you. You can go back to the ceremonial supervisor." Xiao Jing stopped talking, so he had to bow deeply and slowly retreated. . The two young father-in-laws were also taken away by him.
At this time, only Fan Li and us were left in the palace, and it became quiet for a while. Zhengde stared at Fan Li, gradually regained his normal expression, and said: "Fan Li, you are different from Wang Yue. I advise you to stop talking and go back to rest!" It could be heard that Zhengde let Fan Li go, while Liu Jin and others The man was very proud and said: "Eunuch Fan, the emperor has already granted heaven's grace, why don't you kowtow and apologize?" Fan Li glanced at him silently for a few times, took a long breath and said: "Your Majesty, this servant was promoted by the late emperor and got the honor. When I am on duty in the Bureau of Ceremonies, you say that I colluded with court officials and even made friends with Mongolians. Do you have any evidence?"
Zhengde was a little discouraged, turned his head, seemed to be looking at me, and said: "You, Wang Yue, Han Wen, and, by the way, the three elders, often meet in private to discuss state affairs. Jin Yiwei has collected all this evidence; On the same day, Mongolian officials, pretending to be businessmen, came to the capital and gave gifts to Wang Yue. After getting Wang Yue's approval, they observed the terrain around the capital and drew maps. Don't you know what they want to do?"
"As a central figure in the Ming Dynasty, how can you get along with the enemies of the Ming Dynasty? Is there another civil war?" Zhengde's voice became louder and louder.
Everyone was shocked when they heard this. They did not expect that the young emperor had such a loud voice. Fan Li shook his head and said: "This matter must be made out of nothing. How can Eunuch Wang Yue befriend Mongolia when he is dedicated to his country?"
Zhengde clenched his fists as if he had made up his mind, then loosened his fists, laughed, and said, "Where is Lin Sheng?" Lin Sheng responded and strode in.
"Lin Sheng, tell me what you know!" Zhengde said quietly.
"According to the order!" Lin Sheng gave a salute, turned around and said to Fan Li: "Eunuch Fan, that day Eunuch Wang Yue called me to the Supervisor of Ceremonies and took out the Ministry of Household Approval, saying that there were Mongolian merchants coming to Beijing to sell goods. It’s just a convenience for the factory. You were also present at that time, right?”
Fan Li nodded and said, "It's true. Eunuch Wang Yue said that the items sold by the Mongols are porcelain and tea leaves. There is nothing else that can be taken care of." Lin Sheng smiled, took out the brocade bag from his arms, opened it and took out the silk painting. , asked me to open it for him, and said: "This picture was drawn by this group of Mongolians. It shows the locations of the Ming Dynasty garrison in various places along the way to Beijing. It can be imagined that this group of people is not businessmen, but Mongolian spies. The fact that they can climb the high branch of Eunuch Wang Yue shows that they are not simple!"
"The Tatars often harass our Ming Dynasty, killing and plundering the people. The Ming Dynasty has always been strictly vigilant against them. The late emperor attaches great importance to them. Wang Yue has been the eunuch in charge of the imperial court for many years. Don't you know? Could it be that he also wants to imitate the eunuch Xi Ning during the reign of Emperor Yingzong? No?" Liu Jin suddenly said, and we couldn't help but stop in shock.
When Yingzong was hunting in the north, the eunuch Xi Ning took refuge in Wala. Soon, he told Ye Xian the truth about the Ming Dynasty. Ye Xian was like a fish in water and harassed the Ming Dynasty many times according to the route provided by Xi Ning. Xining even wanted to harm Yingzong, but Yuan Bin, the royal guard, protected Yingzong. Later, the emperor and his ministers used tricks to get rid of Xining, and Yingzong returned safely.
When Liu Jin mentioned Xi Ning, he was clearly referring to Wang Yue's treason. I couldn't believe it. However, Lin Sheng was originally ordered by Wang Yue to escort Batu and others back to Mongolia. It was justifiable to be suspicious. Zhengde listened and said: " What is Wang Yue doing now?"
Lin Sheng said: "Wang Yue is drunk and is taking a rest!" Zhengde sneered and said: "It's more comfortable than me. Okay, okay! Fan Li, do you still have peace to say?"
Fan Li opened his eyes wide, stared at Lin Sheng, and said: "We never thought that you are the biggest villain. Very good, Your Majesty. I have nothing to say. To borrow a phrase from Grandpa Yue Feiyue, 'The sky is clear'." After saying that, he bowed deeply and went out without looking back.
The entire hall fell silent. Qiu Cheng wanted to speak, but Liu Jin interrupted. He glanced at Zhengde and said,
Zhengde yawned several times and said with a smile: "I'm really tired today. I'll go back and rest. You can go about your business!"
We saluted again and withdrew. At this time, the bright moon was in the sky. Although it was very chilly, we did not feel cold.
Without saying a word, Liu Jin led us to the side hall in a hurry, and then closed the door. Liu Jin turned around, glanced at everyone, and his eyes became stern, "I would like to thank everyone in advance. Our survival tonight is due to everyone's concerted efforts. Since we have survived the disaster, we will fight back."
"Your Majesty, please bring order to the chaos. Our brothers should work together to deal with these people!" Liu Jin looked at everyone again, and everyone nodded. Liu Jin said: "Our family is the eunuch who holds the eunuch's seal, so you're welcome. Gu Dashou led the people from Dongchang to arrest Wang Yue and Fan Li overnight. Liao Jianzhong sent people to keep an eye on the three old guys and see what the emperor wanted tomorrow morning. Zhang Ying went to arrest Yang Hong, Zhang Yong's Shenji Camp and Yuying. Be on guard at all times, Lin Sheng. You will go to Beizhen Fusi later and arrest Mr. Ma. If he resists, kill him!" At the end, he said fiercely: "The world belongs to the emperor, and it belongs to us too. It belongs to our family! Whoever dares to disgrace our family will be punished by our family for the rest of his life!"
When I heard this, I was really shocked. These words were inevitably a bit presumptuous, but the other father-in-laws, Liao Jianzhong and others all bowed their heads and said yes. It was obvious that this father-in-law Liu Jin was really powerful. Liu Jin did not speak anymore and waved his hands to signal everyone to disperse. Naturally, I left the palace with Liao Jianzhong. Before leaving, I saw Zhang Yong staring at me with a little more approval in his eyes. Liu Jin was also looking at me, but there was a lot more in his eyes. , cold or confused!
Shi Yi had been waiting outside the palace. Liao Jianzhong wanted to go over and say a few words to him. He saw Liu Jin running away and followed him quickly. After walking a few steps, he said to Liao Jianzhong: "Just watch and do it!" Liao Jianzhong reluctantly handed me over and took me out.
In a daze, as if in a dream, I followed Liao Jianzhong out of the Huangji Gate. Hua Shichun and others gathered around me. Liao Jianzhong simply said: The big deal has been decided, everyone, follow me out of the palace! "He said no more words.
I could feel that everyone was very excited and looked at each other more enthusiastically. Yes, it can be said that everyone enters the palace with their heads high. Once something happens, not only will their wealth and lives be lost, but their wives and children will also be affected. Fortunately, we followed the right person, and everyone was happy because they knew that the road ahead would be easy.
After leaving the imperial city, it was already ugly time. We did not go back directly to Fusi, Beizhen, but turned to Chaofangli, which is the boundary of Ji Maotong. Ji Maotong had already prepared hot tea and snacks, and everyone gathered together, rubbing their hands, stamping their feet, drinking tea, and eating.
Liao Jianzhong sat inside, drank a few sips of tea, and said: "The matter is urgent, so everyone should not sleep anymore. At dawn, we must return to Beizhen Fusi. You also know that Beizhen Fusi is currently in Xiaoma Company In my hands, he will not be traveling with us. There are Ji Liaofan and others there. I don't want to do it, but there is no way to do it. Besides, we have other errands to do. By the way , From now on, Zhang Ying will be the Jinyiwei Qianhu. When the situation calms down, I will rearrange the errands. The most urgent task is to arrest people separately! "
Everyone looked at me in surprise and made various noises. Hua Shichun said: "The commander is here, please don't make any noise. Brother, please give the order!" Liao Jianzhong nodded and said: "Zhang Ying, lead your original team." Manpower, go to Yang Hong's house in the west of the city tomorrow morning. He is on duty at Qintian Prison tonight. He could have gone directly to arrest him, but he has an old mother at home. Every morning he will bring snacks back to his mother before going to court, so you can Go directly to his house and wait until he comes out of the house before arresting him. As for his family, send someone to monitor them outside. No one is allowed to approach, and no one is allowed to go out." I quickly agreed.
Thinking that he hadn't seen Ning Boyang and Hardy when he came back, he thought about looking for them. Just as he stood up to leave, Liao Jianzhong said: "It was very cold and freezing now. You won't be able to survive the cold there. Let's rest for the time being." I still have something to say to you in two hours. Attention, everyone, we will set off at three o'clock!" Everyone hurriedly said yes, and then Ji Maotong dispersed everyone, and I went with Liao Jianzhong, Gu Dayou, Hua Shi Spring stays in one place.
