In a moment, Dou Shangshu had already guessed the emperor's thoughts to a close degree in his mind, and he felt strong fear and joy for this.
It was as if he had walked through the gates of hell, and even went through in his mind how many people there were in the Dou family, how many clans the nine clans would be involved in, and how many coffins would need to be prepared if there was an eventuality.
Fortunately, the seventh prince has an engagement with Hui Ran.
Since the emperor has granted marriage, he should not kill him for the time being.
Thinking of the prime minister who was suddenly suspended in the morning, Dou Shangshu was suddenly glad that the one betrothed to King Chen was the prime minister's legitimate daughter, not his own daughter, otherwise he would not be able to sail this ship even if he wanted to.
Emperor Mu didn't know what he was thinking. He originally wanted to discuss the specific details, how the official department could assist, and what the household department should do...but in the end, Rong Cang gave him full power because of one word.
He felt that Rong Cang should be given the opportunity to independently supervise the country's governance. This investigation into the Shuozhou case is the best opportunity.
He can send officials from the Ministry of Revenue and the Ministry of Personnel to him, and let Xie Lin and Qi Jin listen to his orders. The seventh prince and the eighth prince can accompany him and do things according to his orders...
Isn't this a good opportunity to accumulate political achievements and cultivate contacts?
After these thoughts came to mind, physical fatigue and mental relief suddenly came to my face, gradually dispelling the anger that lingered in my organs.
A blessing in disguise is a blessing in disguise.
Being deceived for three consecutive years only proves that he, the emperor, is not insightful and acumen enough, and that the treacherous officials and his party are very good at deceiving and concealing the truth.
Officials collude and interests are tied up.
Since the person he trusted betrayed his trust and respect, don't blame him for being cruel and ruthless, get to the bottom of it.
Although he, the emperor, has neglected his duties, the biggest fault lies with King Chen and Prime Minister Jiang. They have deceived the emperor for so many years and dared to lie about the disaster to make money and win over people's hearts. It is really a heinous crime and death is not a pity.
This is the result of the prince and the powerful ministers forming a clique for personal gain.
I have to say that they do have some abilities, but at the same time, this is also evidence that they can die a hundred times.
When Rong Cang investigates the case this time and all those who deserve to be punished are convicted, it is time to strike while the iron is hot and allow Rong Cang to officially supervise the regency and handle the government affairs on behalf of his father, so that he, the emperor, can take a break.
Once I figured it out, I felt better.
Emperor Mu waved his hand tiredly: "Rong Cang and Qi Jin stay, and everyone else should retreat. From now on, the Ministry of Husbandry and the Ministry of Personnel will cooperate with the King of War to investigate the case. If anyone violates the law, I will not give mercy lightly!"
"Yes, I obey the order."
Shangshu Dou and a Shangshu from the Ministry of Revenue and two ministers resigned together.
Emperor Mu had calmed down. He looked up at Qi Jin, who was dressed in red, and couldn't help but frown: "In the future, dress more modestly when entering the palace. Don't look like a peacock spreading its tail every time."
Qi Jin's mouth twitched: "Yes."
"I want to arrange a marriage for you." Emperor Mu got straight to the point, "Do you have someone you like for the time being?"
Qi Jin frowned: "Another marriage?"
"This time is different from last time." Emperor Mu said, "The queen's niece Danshu is of noble character and outstanding talent. I—"
"Your Majesty." Qi Jin's expression changed, and he quickly interrupted him, "If uncle has been granted marriage by imperial decree and no resistance is allowed, I will comply with the decree. But if uncle just asks for my opinion, I don't want to marry."
"Why?" Emperor Mu frowned, his tone a little displeased, "I can understand that you don't like the fifth princess. The daughter-in-law of the Xie family is one of the most famous girls in a million. If you miss this, you won't be able to find the second one even if you hold a lantern. indivual."
Qi Jin was silent for a moment: "It's because she is too good and I am not worthy of her."
Emperor Mu's eyebrows deepened slightly: "Do you have a sweetheart?"
Qi Jin slowly shook his head.
"Rong Cang." Emperor Mu turned to look at Rong Cang, "Qi Jin has a sweetheart?"
Rong Cang lowered his eyebrows and said in a calm voice, "I don't know."
"Uncle, please don't embarrass the King of War." Qi Jin frowned so much that it could knot, "I don't have the ability to love, and I don't want to delay the Xie family girl. I hope uncle will understand."
Emperor Mu frowned and said nothing, looking at Qi Jin with deep thought in his eyes.
"Father, I would like to see the details of the disaster reports reported by the officials." Rong Cang said calmly, "All the officials who submitted the reports are not innocent."
Emperor Mu signaled to Yang Dexi: "Take those memorials to the King of War to find them."
"Yes." Yang Dexi walked to the imperial case, quickly found several memorials related to the disaster, turned around, walked to Rong Cang, and presented the memorials.
Rong Cang took it and read them carefully, his handsome eyes cold and calm.
After reading it, he folded the memorial and handed it back to Yang Dexi, bowed and left: "If there is nothing else, I will leave first."
"When to set off?"
Rong Cang shook his head: "I have to arrange manpower and raise rice and grain. Let Qi Jin and Xie Lin go first. I will go back in a few days."
Emperor Mu hummed, knowing that investigating the case would not take a day or two. Since the Shuozhou case was given to him, he needed to coordinate and formulate a plan, not only to ensure that the trip to Shuozhou went smoothly, but also to ensure that the emperor's trip to Shuozhou went smoothly. There is no one in the city to hold back the stumbling block.
Thinking like this, he nodded slowly: "You can figure it out yourself, I only look at the results."
Rong Cang didn't say anything and bowed in agreement.
"Where is the demon in Prince Chen's Mansion being held now?" Emperor Mu suddenly asked, "I want to see him."
"In the dungeon of Zhongyihou Mansion." Qi Jin replied, "If the emperor wants to see him, I will bring him into the palace later. However, he is injured and it is a bit inconvenient to walk. He may need to bring a few more people to escort him. It’s just that in this way, it will inevitably attract people’s attention.”
Qi Jin's father, Marquis Zhongyi, has his own mansion, and his mother also has her own eldest princess' mansion. Qi Jin has been living in the eldest princess' mansion since he came back.
Therefore, locking people up in Zhongyihou Mansion can better cover up people's eyes and ears.
"I will go and see him personally." Emperor Mu thought for a moment, "But in order not to attract attention, it would be better for me to go to Prince Chen's Mansion first."
With that said, he turned around and ordered: "Yang Dexi, go and prepare. Send someone to the imperial hospital to ask two imperial doctors who are good at treating injuries to be on standby. After lunch, come with me to Prince Chen's Mansion."
"My slave obeys the order." Yang Dexi accepted the order and left.
"You two, don't go back and have lunch with me." Emperor Mu simply left Rong Cang and Qi Jin behind, "After dinner, follow me to Prince Chen's Mansion."
