At Wang Jien's signal, Wang Shouzhong quickly and ably revised the report, basically tearing it all down and starting over again. Of course, the supporting witnesses, physical evidence and even the criminals were also ready. After all these were completed, Wang Jien entered the palace to meet the saint.
After receiving the investigation report on the explosion from the Imperial City Department, Emperor Liu suddenly became "livid" and immediately issued an edict, asking the prince to bring the ministers to the Chongzheng Hall to discuss the matter.
In the palace, the top officials of the empire were sitting in rows. After the investigation report was circulated around, Emperor Liu looked cold and asked in a stern tone: "What do you think of this matter?"
"These gang members are all barbarians and are determined to be thieves. They are extremely vicious and daring. They dare to carry out such a treasonous act in Tokyo. I believe that their crimes are unforgivable and must be severely punished as punishment!" Han Tong immediately He stood up and spoke righteously.
He secretly breathed a sigh of relief in his heart. During this period, the group of hawks and dogs from the Imperial City Division were attacking like mad dogs, sending people everywhere to investigate, looking like they were going to bite people indiscriminately. The Ministry of War under his control focused on taking care of units, which once made Han Tong feel like disaster was imminent and he was in trouble.
Now, after a vigorous investigation, there is such a result. For Han Tong, it is most suitable and must be "supported." Regardless of the truth behind it, at the moment, there is no one more suitable to take the blame than the Dangxiang people. Since they can give an explanation to the superiors and subordinates, they can also take the opportunity to divert conflicts and appease people's complaints. This is a deal that kills two birds with one stone.
After Han Tong finished speaking, he subconsciously glanced around to observe everyone's reactions. Emperor Liu's face was expressionless, and everyone else, including the prince, pondered again, but they showed something strange.
Emperor Liu naturally understood Han Tong's little thoughts. This old boy was becoming more and more cunning. Under his rough and violent appearance, he had a dark belly.
"Han Qing really hates evil! However, there is no need to be impatient. Let's listen to other people's opinions first." Emperor Liu said calmly.
Although there was no communication in advance, the harmony between the monarch and his ministers was extremely obvious. Zhao Kuangyi reacted quickly, and stood up immediately, with an angry look on his face and a stern tone: "Your Majesty, the thieves are rampant, offending the power of God, harming our people, and they cannot be punished without the death penalty to eliminate the resentment of the people!
According to the investigation report, the thieves came from Yulin Dangxiang. After investigating, the source of the trouble is still in the northwest. I believe that if we want to counterattack and retaliate, we need to set up a camp to suppress the thieves in Yulin and use other methods!
The scourge of party items has become a chronic disease. For the long-term governance of the country and the long-term peace of the people, this scourge must be completely eradicated, at all costs! "
After Zhao Kuangyi finished speaking, Song Qi, Wang Zhu, Lu Duan and other ministers also spoke one after another, basically following the words of Han and Zhao. From the beginning, the tone of this imperial meeting has been set. They, who have always had a keen sense of smell and have served Emperor Liu for a long time, will naturally not cause trouble in such a matter.
What's more, it doesn't matter how appropriate it is for the Dangxiang people to take the blame... Although they all know in their hearts that Yulin has been blocked for almost half a year. With such a strong blockade, the Dangxiang people want to break out. , and coming to Tokyo to commit crimes, one can imagine how difficult it is.
Furthermore, the ministers like them also know the situation of Yulin Dangxiang very well, and everyone is almost dead. However, this kind of thing cannot deceive the powerful people who stand at the top of the food chain, it is enough to deceive the lower class cattle and horses, and the stupid people all over the world.
"What do you think, Prince?" Emperor Liu glanced at Liu Yang, who was silent.
When called upon, Liu Yang remained calm, met Emperor Liu's gaze, and responded calmly: "If this is the case, how should we punish the party traitors!"
"Tell me about it!" Emperor Liu said directly.
Liu Yang thought for a while and said: "Under the unremitting attacks of the imperial court, most of the rebels in Yulin have been put down, most of Yulin has returned to peace, and the party members have declined. It has always been easy to quell a major chaos, but small bandits are difficult to deal with. Compared with simple To counterattack and retaliate, the imperial court should seek ways to completely eradicate this source of trouble!"
"Oh?" Liu Yang's words seemed to speak to Emperor Liu's heart, and a smile that did not suit the occasion actually broke out on his face, and he continued to ask: "How to eradicate it?"
After hearing the question, Liu Yang was silent for a moment, and then whispered four words: "As always!"
Even Emperor Liu was a little unsure of Liu Yang's mood at this time and whether he was sincere. However, his words made it clear that the previous actions of the court were to solve the problem fundamentally. The "kind-hearted" prince obviously had a clear understanding of this aspect.
Emperor Liu frowned and pondered for a moment, then suddenly asked: "How many party members are there in Yulin now?"
This question is difficult to answer because there is no answer at all, let alone an accurate number. After a brief silence, Zhao Kuangyi took the initiative to report: "Your Majesty, according to the previous reports from the Yulin camp, there are about 13,000 Dangxiang people who surrendered, surrendered, and were captured. As for the Yulin people, how many Dangxiang people are still alive is not yet known. .”
Hearing this, Emperor Liu actually nodded, looking very satisfied with the result. No longer verbose, he said directly: "We have been ordered to camp in Yulin, and all the Yulin parties will be relocated! I have been thinking recently that the party members have been attached to each other for more than 20 years, but in the end they have abandoned their morals and started brazen rebellion. In fact, they have a disloyal heart. Its nature is untamable.
Since it is difficult for the Han ministers to consider themselves, it is also difficult for the Han people to tolerate them. The great Han Dynasty is open to all rivers and can accommodate all races, but it will never include these traitors and traitors. As the old saying goes, once you have come, make peace with it. The Han Dynasty has spent more than 20 years proving that the party is in trouble, so let it go! "
"Your Majesty is wise!" Emperor Liu's words immediately attracted praise from the whole room, but the compliment was too strong.
"May I ask Your Majesty, where should the remaining party members move to?" Liu Yang asked proactively.
Emperor Liu said without thinking almost without thinking: "I think Liuqiu is good. If there is no peace at home, go overseas!"
After hearing this discussion, Zhao Kuangyi couldn't help but worry and said: "Having said that, Dangxiang is still unconquered in Yulin. If he flows overseas, he is afraid of causing trouble. If something happens, it will be even more difficult for the court to control!"
"Zhao Qing said that well!" Emperor Liu's reaction was a little strange. He stared straight at Zhao Kuangyi with deep and cold eyes.
As if being targeted by a ferocious beast, Zhao Kuangyi felt palpitated, and at the same time as if he understood something, he hurriedly said: "Your Majesty is wise!"
But he suddenly thought that most of the Yulin party members had been completely lost in the previous wars and battles. The remaining 30 to 20 thousand people died during the migration and reappeared during the shipping. It's not surprising if there are any accidents. In the end, Dangxiang's complete demise in the forest of ethnic groups can appear more natural, and even the court's farewell to them can be considered "respectable"...
"Your Majesty, Dangxiang people are widely distributed in the northwest, and Yulin Dangxiang is naturally deeply rooted. However, in addition, there are other Dangxiang people in Shanyang, Hexi, and Longyou. The total number of these Dangxiang people is over 100,000. Regarding this, the rest of these Dangxiang people are Everyone, what policy should the imperial court pursue?" At this time, Prime Minister Song Qi mentioned something. He always considers things comprehensively.
In this regard, Emperor Liu did not let them discuss it, but directly gave instructions: "Those who change their names or remove their ethnic groups can stay, otherwise they will be 'moved out'!"
"yes!"
In this way, we have reached a conclusion on the Yanqingfang explosion case and come up with a solution. Immediately afterwards, Emperor Liu said to Liu Yang: "The people of Yanqingfang suffered heavy losses. The imperial court should allocate a batch of money and food to express condolences to the people who died, and use it to provide compensation and help them rebuild their homes. The officials and their families who died should also follow the law. When showing favors and attending to funerals, people should also be sent to pay tribute..."
"Yes! I will arrange it!" Liu Yang responded seriously. He absolutely supports this kind of thing.
After pondering for a while, Emperor Liu's eyes fell on Han Tong again and said indifferently: "Although this disaster was caused by the gangsters, the factories, warehouses, supervision, and guards were also guilty of dereliction of duty and slackness, especially those of your subordinates in the Ministry of War. . The officials involved will also not be spared and will be dealt with severely!"
Han Tong, who thought he had passed the test, felt nervous again when he heard these words. Sure enough, it was so easy to pass the test. The fire not only burned Yanqingfang, but also apparently burned his military department.
However, Han Tong did not dare to have any objections to this. He did not dare to object to the old emperor's decision. After a slight change of mind, Han Tong said with a serious face: "What your Majesty said is true. As the chief officer of the Ministry of War, I bear the first responsibility for poor supervision. I am willing to accept the guilt and resign!"
"That's right!" Emperor Liu said simply after hearing what he said.
Emperor Liu's straightforwardness was obviously something Han Tong didn't expect, so he subconsciously raised his head and looked at him blankly.
Seeing this, Emperor Liu said softly: "Why, do you think the treatment is too light?"
"Thank you for your tolerance, Your Majesty!" Han Tong hurriedly spoke, but it was inevitable that he felt bitter. It's one thing to resign with intention, but it's another thing for the emperor to agree to it so straightforwardly and without reservation. It's really terrible.
However, the matter has come to this and the words have been spoken. No matter how many grievances and unwillingness Han Tong has, it is difficult to express them. He can only lament that his luck is not good and his life is not guaranteed.
Others were equally surprised, this was Han Tong... However, the defeat of a minister of the Ministry of War and a founding figure seemed to be more convincing.
Emperor Liu did not look satisfied and continued: "The Ministry of War should be reorganized from top to bottom. Even important places such as the gunpowder depot can be neglected. How can other matters be reassuring?"
Obviously, Emperor Liu is going to torment the bureaucrats again.
