Everyone's impeachment was not what Su Qi'an expected, but he didn't expect these people to be so impatient and start discussing the crime in the court before Su Qi'an took his seat.
Su Qian's face was calm, and he stood aside and watched quietly as the sounds one after another resounded in the hall.
The person taking the lead was not some old acquaintances of Su Qi'an, but a second-ranking public servant. Su Qi'an didn't have much impression of this man. He had offended several first-classing public servants, so why did he care about offending a few more second-classing public servants?
From a glance, these second-grade men knew that they were acting as a frontline for Zheng Yuan and Zhao Cheng to test Su Xuanyong's reaction.
The cabinet was reorganized. It stands to reason that these second-grade men should not have much to deal with Zheng Yuan, but at this time they are on the same side. It can only be said that Zheng Yuan has put in some effort in the past few days.
Su Xuanyong, who was sitting on the Dragon Throne, was also not surprised by the sudden impeachment. He silently watched the impeachment of the second-rank princes.
When the voice gradually subsided, he said softly, "Dongshan Hou, it seems that you are not very popular. As soon as you returned to Beijing, so many people impeached you. Look, in my hands, they are all impeachment related to you. You Don’t you want to say something?”
"Wei Chen's popularity is not good. Your Majesty should know that it would be really weird if he could really live in peace with them. It is reasonable to impeach Wei Chen. It is useless no matter how Wei Chen explains it. This time, the investigation in the main hall is... It was prepared by Xiang Weichen."
"Be brave, Marquis Dongshan. On such an occasion, if His Majesty asks you, you should answer honestly. Talk about it in front of His Majesty. This is a serious crime of deceiving Your Majesty. According to the law of Daliang, you should be punished with a hundred battles. "
As soon as Su Qi'an's voice fell, a second-grade male immediately took over Su Qi'an's words and charged him with another crime of deception.
Su Qi'an looked at him with a little disdain in his eyes and sneered.
"Haha, Mr. Liu Guogong is worthy of being an elder who has joined the cabinet. He is able to find every opportunity and go above and beyond to punish people. He is really easy to catch."
"After this, the ministers in the court will not dare to talk to you when they see Mr. Liu Ge, lest they lose their lives in just a few words."
"Hahaha, yes, Dongshan Hou is right. Old man Liu, what are you pretending to be here? If you want to be convicted, it is not your turn to make the decision. In terms of your knowledge of the laws of Daliang, which one of you can compare to me. "
"I didn't say anything, but you are pretending to be here, Old Liu Tou."
"That is, when it comes to the laws of Daliang, are you, the princes, more familiar with it than the great scholars in our Hanlin Academy? Old Liu Tou, it's not that I look down on you. If I remember correctly, back then you seemed not even a disciple of our Hanlin Academy. , they didn’t even go in.”
"For those who don't know, I thought that the Law of Great Liang was compiled by you, Old Liu Tou. After so many years, you are so good at bragging, I am willing to give you the upper hand."
In the main hall, several great scholars sitting next to Wenxuan laughed at Mr. Liu Ge.
This immediately caused bursts of laughter in the hall, and Mr. Liu Ge's old face suddenly turned red.
It is difficult to determine the outcome of this kind of court discussion in a short period of time. Basically, you need to be prepared for a long time.
Therefore, before discussing the crime, Liu Gelao wanted to collect some interest, so he was so aggressive towards Su Qi'an.
But he overlooked something. In addition to Wen Xuan, there were also four or five senior scholars from the Hanlin Academy who participated in the court discussion this time.
In terms of talent and wisdom, these great scholars are no worse than Wenxuan, and given their age, even Wenxuan has to be called a teacher.
These few are the real treasures of the Hanlin Academy, which is called a highly respected person.
The fact that Wen Xuan can invite these people out is enough to show that they value Su Qi'an. Of course, these people can show up with some appreciation for Su Qi'an.
If they didn't appreciate Su Qi'an, no matter how hard they put in the propaganda, several senior scholars would never pay any attention to him.
This was Wenxuan's preparation for Su Qi'an. There were several senior scholars present, and it would not be easy to at least convict Su Qi'an.
The senior scholar was extraordinary. As soon as he opened his mouth, he said a few words to the point where Liu Ge's face turned red and he said nothing.
These seniors were all involved in the revision and compilation of the Great Liang Code. If you really struggle with them about the Great Liang Code, wouldn't you be making yourself uncomfortable?
Liu Ge's frustration did not affect the confidence of other princes. This time it was Sima Yue who spoke.
"Your Majesty, Mr. Liu Ge also has good intentions. In order to maintain the dignity of the law, he spoke a little hastily. However, this time the crime discussion was originally to interrogate the Marquis of Dongshan. I feel that this has gone off topic."
Sima Yue was able to be promoted to Yipingong because he had two tools. After simply brushing off his shortcomings, he changed the subject and brought the topic back.
Su Xuanyong nodded, said nothing, and turned his eyes to look at Su Qi'an below.
The meaning is obvious. This matter is related to Su Qi'an, so he, the person involved, naturally needs to explain it.
Su Qi'an took a step forward, cupped his hands, and then said, "Since Duke Sima has said so, it really makes no sense for me to talk about Zuo."
"Tell me, how do you want to impeach me, and what crimes do you want to punish me? I am all ears."
Su Qian's words were exactly what they wanted to hear. It was Zhao Cheng who spoke this time.
He stood up, first signaled to Su Xuanyong, looked at Su Qi'an with a serious expression, and after sorting out his thoughts, started talking.
"Dongshan Hou committed three crimes. First, he left Kyoto and went to the three southern states. Not only was he not honest and stable, but he actually led troops to kill a state pastor in Jiaozhou. Not only that, he also led troops north to counterattack Xizhou. The killing of the innocent Xizhou pastors led to great chaos in the two states, and the people were in dire straits. The murder of two state pastors in succession should be punished."
"Secondly, for killing two state shepherds, Dongshan Marquis not only did not apologize to His Majesty, but took the two states into his pocket with the intention of taking power over the two states. This is a naked separatist regime. If we are not severely punished, there will be chaos in the southwest of Daliang. Dongshan Marquis is so What's the difference between doing this and those rebellious officials and traitors?"
"Thirdly, the transfer of officials from the two states, from the Marquis of Dongshan to the third and third ranks. In terms of rank, they are only between the fourth and fifth ranks. They are equivalent to the governors of one county. However, after killing the governors of the two states, they appointed and dismissed the two states without asking His Majesty's instructions. Officials, even the new pastor of Xizhou, were appointed by the Marquis of Dongshan."
"What is the difference between this and the intention to divide the Great Liang? Dongshan Hou's ambition is obvious. If the big thing is reduced to a trivial matter, it may arouse the ambitions of the state pastors in other states. By then, the Great Liang will be in danger. ,"
"And as far as the old minister knows, the new Xizhou Shepherd is actually Luo Qingyuan. You must know that Luo Qingyuan went into seclusion twenty years ago. There was no trace of him during this period. It is even suspected that he has died long ago."
"We all know Luo Qingyuan's strength, and there is no problem in serving as the governor of Yizhou. However, it is a coincidence that he appeared at this time. He has not much interaction with Dongshan Hou, and he is the teacher of Tang Zhoumu."
"It's not that I'm overthinking it. I have serious doubts. If Dongshan Hou dared to kill Tangzhou Mu, there must be something to do with Luo Qingyuan behind it. Maybe it's the conspiracy of the two of them."
"Your Majesty, the misplacement three years ago has now caused Dongshan Hou to be so ambitious. Today, no matter what, Dongshan Hou can't be let go. The veteran knows Dongshan Hou's achievements. Your Majesty cherishes talents, but for the sake of the country and the country of Great Liang in the future, please still ask. Your Majesty can bear the pain and punish me severely, I ask you, my dear sir."
After saying that, Zhao Cheng knelt down directly and touched his head to the ground, matching his emotional excitement. He looked like a loyal minister.
Not long after Zhao Cheng finished speaking, behind him, except for Zheng Yuan, the other princes stood up one after another, followed Zhao Cheng in a dignified manner, and knelt down.
"I also ask your majesty to bear the pain and punish the Marquis of Dongshan for the sake of Daliang Jiangshan Sheji. I beg your majesty."
In the main hall, the pleadings of the princes echoed one after another. Their postures looked like they had dedicated themselves to death.
Su Qi'an, who was standing aside, was amazed. No wonder these Chinese princes could hold the power for many years without falling. Su Qi'an was moved by this scene.
Su Xuanyong did not rush to answer the entreaties of many princes, but signaled the prince to stand up and say what he had to say.
But these guys, who are good at taking advantage of others, continued to show that if Su Xuanyong did not agree to their request, they would continue to fight to the death.
On the other hand, Su Xuanyong obviously had a lot of experience. These veterans refused to get up, and he didn't pay much attention to them. He looked at the amazed Su Qian below and said.
"Dongshan Hou, your crime is really not a small one. Look, you have made the old minister so angry. If you have nothing to say, I might have to comply with their request."
After hearing this from Su Xuanyong, Su Qi'an said directly, "The crime of Duke Zhao is really serious. No matter which one it is, I am afraid that I will die hundreds of times or even a thousand times without redemption."
"But I really want to ask Duke Zhao, you said that I caused trouble in the two states and the people in the two states are in dire straits. Can you send someone to investigate? Have you ever gone to see it on the spot?"
"If it is true as Zhao Guogong said, the two states are in chaos, can I successfully reach Kyoto along the way? You are impeaching me in the court like this. From a certain point of view, if I can return to Kyoto, why do you feel that I am still in trouble? It’s your blessing, my lord.”
Zhao Guogong, who was kneeling on the ground, stood up after a moment and retorted to Su Qi'an.
"Humph, let's go and see it on the spot? Dongshan Hou, thank you for telling me, you have messed up the two states of Xijiao and Jiao. If I go, will I still be alive?"
"Don't think that what you did in Xizhou can be hidden from His Majesty. Before you arrived in Kyoto, not only was your home ransacked, but a virtuous family also had his father and son tortured like Lingchi."
"Dongshan Marquis, I ask you, what qualifications do you have to use such torture on a local family? I have rarely used such torture in Great Liang for so many years, but you are not afraid of doing such a cruel thing to a great family. If you suffer retribution, will heaven and man be angry together!"
Zhao Cheng's spittle flew everywhere, and he was very aggressive. Before Su Qi'an could fight back, Zhao Cheng turned around and angrily scolded several senior scholars headed by Wen Xuan.
"Master Wen, is this how your Hanlin Academy recognizes people? You accept such scoundrels into the Imperial Academy and regard them as your own mantle. Is this how your sages and saints taught you?"
