After a stick of incense, Huo San, who was ordered to introduce the situation to Ye Mingsheng, bowed and resigned, while Ye Mingsheng was still deep in thought...
Although Ye Mingsheng has never underestimated his old boss, Xu Houye's development speed is still much faster than Ye Mingsheng expected. Fortunately, Ye Mingsheng was alert and poked the silly dog on the wall to encourage Cao Changping to do something in Bozhou. Xu Zhaojie, although Cao Changping was beaten by Xu Zhaojie and returned in embarrassment, he did not bring any surprise to Ye Mingsheng.
However, Cao Changping's attack was also very valuable. It disrupted Xu Zhaojie's expansion rhythm and forced Xu Zhaojie to give up Kangyin, an important town in Huainan that was almost within easy reach. It allowed Feng Keqin, the governor of Huainan, to breathe a sigh of relief and not be taken away by Xu Zhaojie. Therefore, he also The many second-hand firearms Ye Mingsheng provided to Cao Changping were not in vain. '
Although he really wanted to project the power of the Fengwu Army to the Anqing area in Huainan, exert his influence on the war in Huainan, and give Xu Zhaojie the heaviest blow.
But the real difficulty is still before us. With Cao Changping and Gao Zongchang blocking it, no matter what Ye Mingsheng does, it is difficult to pose a fatal threat to Xu Zhaojie. If he wants to send troops to Anqing and destroy Xu Zhaojie's lair, he must first I took care of these two guys, Gao Zongchang and Cao Changping!
Shaking his head, Ye Mingsheng's thoughts returned to the present. He knocked on the table. Ye Cheng immediately walked into his study and asked;
"Sir, what's the matter?"
Ye Mingsheng ordered in a deep voice:
"An order was sent to Yuan Song of Zhuoxian County, asking him to take some actions on the border between Zhuoxian County and Hebei Province on the pretext of wiping out the remnants of the Yan Army to contain the Henan Army on the border and prevent them from evacuating. On the other hand, let Yuan Song take control by himself. As long as it does not trigger a large-scale war, there will be no problem..."
After Ye Mingsheng finished speaking, Ye Cheng nodded respectfully and said:
"My lord, I understand. I will send someone to send a message to General Yuan right now!"
As Ye Cheng left, Ye Mingsheng murmured to himself:
"Zhu Sanshan, I have done what I can, now it depends on whether you are determined or not!"
After dealing with government affairs for another hour, watching the setting sun gradually covering the sky with ink, Ye Mingsheng was about to end his work for the day. He remembered that Bai Yuanyuan deliberately went to the place where he practiced boxing in the morning to create a gap between her and him. They met by chance, and then they made a sultry gesture and breathed softly into his ear, saying that he had made a new cheongsam and wanted to show it to him.
Although Bai Yuanyuan is good-looking, she is not the prettiest among them. However, in terms of her ability to play, Bai Yuanyuan is definitely one of the most powerful candidates. Therefore, Ye Mingsheng was also very concerned at that time. If it hadn't been early in the morning, Ye Mingsheng might have executed this scumbag directly on the spot.
Although he let her go for the time being, Ye Mingsheng also made an agreement with her to tease her very much in the dead of night tonight!
So this night is a good opportunity for Ye Mingsheng to enjoy life!
Just when Ye Mingsheng walked out of the study and was about to call Ye Cheng to finish, he saw Ye Cheng coming over to report:
"I'm telling you, your lord, General Guo Zhiping and one of his men knelt down in front of the Governor's Mansion to plead guilty..."
As soon as these words came out, Ye Mingsheng was stunned for a moment, and then realized who Guo Zhiping was bringing. Just when he was about to give instructions, he saw An Miaoyi coming over with his maid. Ye Mingsheng was a little surprised by the appearance.
He and An Miaoyi have always had a tacit understanding. The affairs in the mansion are managed by An Miaoyi, and An Miaoyi will not get involved in military and political management. Therefore, An Miaoyi rarely comes to the study and leaves. Arriving at Ye Mingsheng's side, An Miaoyi took the opportunity to sort out Ye Mingsheng's clothes and whispered in Ye Mingsheng's ear:
"In the afternoon, the fifth uncle's little granddaughter Qinglian came to the house to find my mother. She was crying and begging her, asking her to save Cheng Ran. My mother has always loved this little niece very much. She would die if she saw her. I was also upset and angry, but because I remembered the agreement I made with you, my husband, I didn’t come to disturb you!”
"Even if my husband wants to kill Cheng Ran in the end, can he meet her first? It will at least make my mother feel better!"
Hearing what An Miaoyi said and considering Ye Cui's feelings, Ye Mingsheng could only shake his head and told Ye Cheng:
"Let Guo Zhiping and the others get in!"
"yes!"
Ye Cheng left in a hurry after hearing this, and An Miaoyi also knew how to advance and retreat and did not continue to interfere and said softly:,
"I'm going back to accompany my mother!"
Ye Mingsheng nodded slightly and said:
"Take good care of mother, and let her old man not worry..."
"Don't worry, it'll be alright as long as I'm here!" An Miaoyi nodded and said:
"Um!"
After a cup of tea, Ye Mingsheng was sitting in the side room, and in sight, Guo Zhiping and a young man with a naked upper body and a wattle on his back came over. Although he had never seen this man before, seeing his appearance, Ye Mingsheng also Knowing that this person was Cheng Ran, Ye Mingsheng said very coldly before Guo Zhiping and Cheng Ran could speak.
"Whose idea was it between you two?"
Although he had expected that Ye Mingsheng would be angry before coming, Guo Zhiping still panicked when he heard Ye Mingsheng's cold words without any emotion. He knew that this matter could not be hidden, so he took a deep breath and knelt down. Ye Mingsheng said in front of him:
"It's the general's idea!"
After giving Guo Zhiping a deep look, Ye Mingsheng said in a deep voice:
"Guo Zhiping, you disappoint me very much!"
As soon as these words came out, Guo Zhiping's heart trembled, and just when he was about to say something, Ye Mingsheng looked at Ye Cheng who was waiting aside and said:
"I am sending an order to remove Guo Zhiping from his post as General of the Third Division and order him to shut himself up and think about his mistakes. Deputy General Cui Desheng will temporarily take over the post of General!"
It is Ye Mingsheng's bottom line that female relatives are not allowed to participate in politics. Ye Mingsheng also does not allow his generals and officials to have any form of cooperation with the female relatives in his government in terms of personnel appointments, government affairs, etc. This is Ye Mingsheng's bottom line and a red line. ! Guxi
Ye Mingsheng should not have met these two people now, but for the sake of his mother, Ye Mingsheng could only meet them. Naturally, Ye Mingsheng could not punish his mother, so he had to blame Guo Zhiping... ···············
To be honest, if it weren't for the sake of Guo Zhiping's great contribution to the Fengwu Army and his usual abiding by the rules to put his mind at ease, now Ye Mingsheng didn't just dismiss him from his post and ordered him to shut up and think about his mistakes!
Ye Mingsheng must use Guo Zhiping to set an example so that everyone in the Fengwu Army can understand that no matter who you are who has crossed the line, you have to pay the price. If you don't do this, then today you find Ye Cui If he goes to find Ye Cui tomorrow, then the Fengwu Army will have no rules!
Hearing Ye Mingsheng's punishment, Guo Zhiping felt a pain in his heart and became a little panicked. Ye Mingsheng's punishment was expected by him. Originally, he thought that Ye Mingsheng's merits and demerits would be equalized and he would be exempted from the credit for this battle. He never expected that Ye Mingsheng would dismiss him, and he couldn't help but regret getting involved in this matter for a while, but it was useless to regret at this point, so Guo Zhiping could only kowtow to Ye Mingsheng. :
"The last general takes command!"
Cheng Ran, who was kneeling on the ground before he could speak, saw that Guo Zhiping was dismissed from his post by Ye Mingsheng without saying a word. He also felt infinite fear of Ye Mingsheng in his heart. However, this person still had some brotherly loyalty and was stubborn. Scalp gritted his teeth and opened his mouth to say something.
However, before Cheng Ran could speak out and show his brotherly loyalty to Ye Mingsheng, Guo Zhiping, who was kneeling on the ground and kowtowing, seemed to have noticed his move. Under the cover of his arms, Guo Zhiping gave Cheng Ran a very covert kiss. The look in his eyes told him to shut up and say nothing now...
As a general of the Fengwu Army, Guo Zhiping knew very well that what Ye Mingsheng was most taboo about was forming parties for personal gain and forming small groups. This is why, even if he knew it would affect the combat effectiveness of the army, Ye Mingsheng would insist on asking generals and ministries every once in a while. The reason for the rotation.
So in Ye Mingsheng's anger, you are now taking the blame and begging Ye Mingsheng not to punish Guo Zhiping. This is not helping Guo Zhiping but harming him and forcing him to die!
After dealing with Guo Zhiping, the anger in Ye Mingsheng's heart dissipated somewhat. He glanced at Guo Zhiping and Cheng Ran said:
"What do you have to say?"
Hearing what Ye Mingsheng said, Cheng Ran came back to his senses and mustered up the courage to say what he had thought before coming:
"Report to the commander-in-chief that the commander-in-chief is indeed colluding with Zhao Sheng to plot against Chen Ji Teahouse in the east of the city. The commander-in-chief knows that he is guilty and does not dare to quibble!"
Hearing that Cheng Ran actually confessed directly, Ye Mingsheng was a little surprised. He thought that Guo Zhiping had made so many preparations with Cheng Ran and even invited Ye Cui out, probably because he wanted to evade himself with some sophistry. I didn't expect that this Cheng Ran was quite a bachelor!
After sizing up Cheng Ran, Ye Mingsheng said in a deep voice:
"Since you have already confessed, what else is there to say?"
Feeling Ye Mingsheng's strong pressure, Cheng Ran's heart pounded, but his survival instinct still made him speak:
"Although I admit my guilt, I would like to ask the commander to deal with me fairly and not treat me like a typical person..."
After Cheng Ran finished speaking, Ye Mingsheng looked at Guo Zhiping, who was kneeling aside silently. He knew that these words must have been taught by Guo Zhiping, regarding corruption in the military and similar collusion between the military and local governments to seek benefits. The situation has always been an issue that Ye Mingsheng focuses on. Regarding Cheng Ran's problem this time, Ye Mingsheng is also prepared to use his head to kill chickens and monkeys and warn some people in the army who are ready to take action!
After pondering for a moment, Ye Mingsheng directly ordered:
"Call Yue Qing!"
"yes!"
After a stick of incense, Yue Qing, the chief military and political officer of the Fengwu Army, appeared in front of Ye Mingsheng. Because the army is a special system, it does not apply to the existing political and legal system of the Great Zhou Dynasty. Therefore, according to the military law of the Great Zhou Dynasty, there are various departments in the army. These military officers are mainly responsible for handling criminal law in the military and supervising operations during wartime.
The current chief officer of the Fengwu Army, Yue Qing, is also an old man who has followed Ye Mingsheng since the Forbidden Army period. Because of his simplicity, upright style, and unafraid of power, he is deeply trusted by Ye Mingsheng and appoints him as the chief officer of the general army. The leader of the official system within the Fengwu Army.
After a stick of incense, Yue Qing, who received the order, appeared in front of Ye Mingsheng. After meeting Ye Mingsheng, Ye Mingsheng asked him to hand over all the investigation materials about Cheng Ran's guilt, as well as Cheng Ran himself. , after conducting a series of inquiries on Cheng Ran in front of Ye Mingsheng.
Yue Qing bowed and reported to Ye Mingsheng:
"The facts of the case are now very clear to the commander. Cheng Ran conspired with Zhao Sheng to occupy Chenji Tea House. He himself confessed to the crime he committed. According to the military law of our Fengwu Army, the general believes that Cheng Ran should be sentenced to fifty military sticks. , downgraded to two levels..."
As soon as these words came out, Ye Mingsheng frowned slightly. Seeing this, Yue Qing also explained calmly:
"Commander, according to the military law of our army, military personnel who use their position to embezzle other people's finances should be demoted two levels at first. If the situation is very serious, they can be ordered to have their homes confiscated and executed. The final general believes that Cheng Ran's situation should be given a lighter sentence! "
"First of all, the first point is that Chen Ji Teahouse is still controlled by Chen Qingshu, so Cheng Ran's crime should be an attempted conspiracy!"
"Secondly, the second point is that in the plot against Chen Ji Teahouse, Zhao Sheng was the principal offender and Cheng Ran was an accessory!"
"The third point is that Cheng Ran surrendered instead of being arrested and brought to justice!"
"The fourth point is that Cheng Ran is a first-time offender. He has no criminal record in this area before. He is not a habitual offender for many years!"
"The fifth point is that Cheng Ran made a lot of military exploits in this battle with the Luobei people. According to the military law of the Great Zhou Dynasty, corresponding deductions can be made!"
Speaking of this, Yue Qing quietly observed Ye Mingsheng's expression, hesitated and added:
"According to the military law of the Great Zhou Dynasty, when dealing with important matters, the army commander makes the final decision. The opinions of the military officers are only for reference!"
After hearing the handling opinions given by Yue Qing, Ye Mingsheng also realized that according to military law, Cheng Ran's guilt was lighter than he expected, and he would not have to behead him directly. However, if the matter had come to this point, if it was just the military He was a little dissatisfied with fifty sticks and two levels of demotion, so after thinking about it for a while, Ye Mingsheng made the final decision and said in a deep voice:
"If he is still alive with a hundred military sticks, he can go to Lin Huaiwu and become a soldier..."
After saying that, Ye Mingsheng turned around and left, not giving Guo Zhiping and Cheng Ran any chance to defend themselves. When they heard that their lives were basically saved, Guo Zhiping and Cheng Ran, who were kneeling on the ground, secretly breathed a sigh of relief. He bowed his head towards Ye Mingsheng's leaving figure and said loudly:
"Thank you, Marshal, for your kindness!"
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