Among the people in Changshe City, the atmosphere was obviously much more tense. There were no more guards and no more patrols, but the defense looked extremely serious. This has been the scene since Liu Chengyou returned. There were smart people around him who knew something big was going on. The guards and waiters all walked very slowly.
Zhang Dejun cautiously withdrew from the imperial palace, wiped the sweat from his forehead, pointed in one direction, and walked away quickly.
Turning a corner, I saw Queen Da Fu approaching in small steps, being attended by two palace attendants. She quickly stepped forward to salute: "Meet the saint."
"If you're not waiting in front of the official family, where are you going?" Da Fu asked in a low voice.
"The official is hungry, so he orders the villain to pass on the meal." Zhang Dejun replied.
Looking towards the end of the corridor, Da Fu asked: "How is the situation?"
"This..." Faced with the Queen's question, Zhang Dejun hesitated and looked worried.
Seeing this, Da Fu smiled indifferently, his eyes as cool as water, which made the eunuch feel very uncomfortable: "Why, the officials have given instructions, is it inconvenient to say anything?"
"That's not true." Zhang Dejun responded carefully with a slavish expression: "It's just..."
But Da Fu raised his eyebrows and tilted his pointed chin slightly: "The Queen Mother misses the official family. She ordered me to come and find out what is going on in front of the emperor!"
Not even daring to look into the Queen's eyes, Zhang Dejun lowered his head and said respectfully: "The official family is sulky, and all the accompanying ministers are here. It's been an hour, and they haven't said anything, just sitting there. "
"Just sit here?" Da Fu Feng's eyes were thoughtful, he muttered softly, and then asked: "Where is the emperor's uncle?"
Zhang Dejun: "The emperor's uncle and the imperial censor Zhao Li were kneeling in the corridor of the courtyard, waiting for their fate."
Nodding his head, Dafu did not ask any further questions, but gestured to Zhang Dejun: "Go and pass the meal, don't let the officials go hungry!"
"yes!"
"Let's go back too!" Standing there, thinking for a while, the big talisman walked away slowly with a graceful posture.
"Sage, if you go back like this, how can you explain to the Queen Mother?" The charming female attendant beside Dafu asked in a low voice.
Da Fu said leisurely: "Didn't I already check it?"
"But the saint doesn't plan to meet with the officials?"
"The official family is busy with important matters!" Da Fu's eyes seemed to be shining with intelligence, and he looked reasonable, sighing softly: "The foreign ministers are all here, so we, the palace concubines, can't disturb you!"
This business was prepared by the Xuzhou Prefecture, and Liu Xin still put some thought into it, and the decoration was as luxurious as ever. When the meal was handed over, Liu Chengyou did not eat alone. He shared it with the ministers and sat his stomach a little, and the atmosphere in the hall became a little more lively.
"After staying here for so long, it's time for an explanation!" He picked up a piece of cotton cloth and wiped his mouth slowly. Liu Chengyou looked at the ministers who were also cleaning their mouths and asked.
He stood up from the throne and began to pace. Seeing this, everyone else also stood up. Liu Chengyou raised his hand directly: "You all sit down! I am tired of sitting. If you are tired of sitting too, there is no harm in getting up and walking with me!"
Liu Chengyou said so, and the courtiers present just sat with him honestly.
"Censor Zhao Li impeached Xuzhou Jiedu on ten counts. Please give your views, please!" Looking around, Liu Chengyou asked solemnly.
There is a difference in attitude when asking the same question. They all understand that this time they must answer.
Murong Yanchao directly handed over his hand and spoke forcefully for Liu Xin: "In the official family, Zhao Li provokes the emperor's relatives and alienates the emperor and his ministers. He should be punished!"
"Uncle Emperor, he is very outspoken!"
Su Yugui opened his mouth and said in an old-fashioned tone: "Your Majesty, Xuzhou Jiedu is the emperor's uncle after all, and it concerns the royal family's face..."
Liu Chengyou was very disrespectful and didn't want to hear these useless things. He scolded lightly: "Royal face? Why don't you have any scruples when you commit evil? If your behavior is upright, why should you cherish the word 'face'?"
Feeling bored, Su Yugui jumped and fell silent.
"Your Majesty, what Zhao Li has said is all specious and yet to be verified. In my opinion, it is better to take a long-term approach!" Li Tao also stood up and said.
"In the long run..." Liu Chengyou looked confused. He walked a few steps, pointed outside the hall, and asked: "It has been several days since I came to Xuzhou. You are all ministers in the court, and your ears and eyes are clear, so there is nothing wrong with you." See and hear nothing?”
After Liu Chengyou said these words, the officials fell silent, and Dou Zhengu, who was about to speak, also shut up. Liu Xin's matter is extremely difficult, and there are obstacles in how to deal with it. The same is true for the emperor, who wants you to express your opinion, but is not satisfied after you say it. And his attitude is worth pondering...
"Prime Minister Guo, tell me!" Seeing the silence of the ministers, Liu Chengyou called his name.
Guo Wei's expression remained unchanged and he stayed still for a while, then he stood up and bowed: "Your Majesty, please give me your holy judgment!"
Guo Wei became slippery and refused to get involved, directly throwing the problem back to Liu Chengyou.
Without pressing him, Liu Chengyou shook his head.
"Your Majesty!" At this time, Wang Pu took the initiative and said with a young and energetic look: "The country has its own laws. Zhao Yushi's words are unequivocal, but the emperor's uncle denies it. In this case, in accordance with the national regulations, we will dispatch capable ministers to implement them. Regarding the matter of Zhao Li, investigate Zhao Li’s accusations thoroughly and verify them one by one. If they are false, Zhao Li will be punished for making false accusations; if they are true, the emperor’s uncle will be investigated and dealt with in accordance with the law.”
"Wang Qing's suggestion is quite simple and clear!" Liu Chengyou gave an evaluation without saltiness and waved his hand:
"Let Liu Xin and Zhao Li come in!"
As Zhang Dejun sang the newspaper, Liu Xin and Zhao Li stepped inside to see the ceremony, both of them looking a little embarrassed.
"My legs are hurting after kneeling for so long!" Glancing at the two of them, Liu Chengyou stretched out his hand and said, "I am very upset right now and have no intention of hearing anything more from you. Right and wrong, I will make my own decision after pushing the judge!"
"Come here, please take Duke Cai into custody for questioning!"
"The officials want to interrogate me?" Liu Xin asked Liu Chengyou with his head held high, as if he couldn't believe it.
"You are not afraid of slanting shadows when you are upright! Didn't Cai Guogong say that Zhao Li is talking nonsense? Then you are not afraid of some inspections!"
"Ha!" Seeing Liu Chengyou's serious expression, he didn't say much nonsense. He breathed out from his nostrils and spread his hands: "Do you want me to change into prison clothes and put on shackles?"
In front of the emperor, he was "in awe" by his still unruly demeanor when things came to an end. Liu Chengyou didn't care about him and waved his hand to be taken away.
After Liu Xin was taken away, Liu Chengyou looked away, lowered his head slightly, and walked slowly again: "Among all the ministers, who can judge this case?"
Everyone in front of the emperor lowered their heads. Obviously, no one wants to wade into this muddy water. Wang Pu was eager to try, but unfortunately he knew that he was not qualified yet.
Probably expecting this reaction, Liu Chengyou stopped delaying and said directly: "Guo Qing, I won't say more. I will leave this case to you to preside over. I believe that with Guo Qing's talent, he will be able to Do it impartially!”
Guo Wei obviously refused intentionally, but seeing Liu Chengyou's expression, he still obeyed the order honestly.
"Everyone, please step back!"
"yes!"
"Your Majesty has entrusted you with an important task, which shows your trust. I would like to congratulate Prime Minister Guo. I am so envious of you!" After exiting the business, Li Tao took the initiative to walk with Guo Wei and complimented him.
Guo Wei was sullen. After hearing what he said, his expression softened and he cupped his hands: "If Mr. Li is interested, you and I will go back to the palace together and ask for your Majesty's order to retain this post and hand it over to Mr. Li?"
After being annoyed, Li Tao immediately laughed: "I don't dare to take away someone else's credit!"
