"But you also said that if this official document is a state secret. But the political information leaked by Liao Zhenghui is obviously just a Beijing government proposal, so how can it be considered a state secret?"
Ding Rong continued to refute.
Liu Changqing glanced at him: "I have already issued an order at the beginning of this political discussion, clearly stating that no political information should be leaked. The Beijing government has also raised the confidentiality level to the highest level on this matter, and the official documents are still there. "
"You said raising the level of confidentiality means it's confidential?" Ding Rong said subconsciously, but he regretted it after he said it.
Sure enough, Liu Changqing said teasingly: "Your Majesty nodded and the Kyoto Prefecture took care of this matter. There are many aspects to consider in how I rank my officers. Lord Ding, do you think the Kyoto Prefecture has this right?"
Ding Rong was choked to death, but how could he dare to say that Kyoto Prefecture did not have this right? That would be courting death. I can only say: "You, you are using strong words to make sense!"
"Master Ding's words are already so lacking. It's really not enough to discuss." Old God Liu Changqing was here.
"You!" This made Ding Rong angry, but he couldn't resist him. He could only face Xiao Yuan and said respectfully: "Your Majesty, Liu Changqing is really exaggerating and making alarmist claims."
"How can this be alarmist!" Liu Changqing calmed down and raised his hands: "Your Majesty, the government decrees of the Beijing government are all there. He knows that the political situation is secret, but Liao Zhenghui still dares to do this for the sake of gold and silver. Doesn't this mean he is ignoring the country? Ignoring the law deserves an additional penalty!"
This is also the main reason why Liu Changqing petitioned for a heavy sentence, because this is equivalent to knowingly committing a crime and not paying attention to the government order. How can he not know the canon punishment.
After speaking, he looked at Ding Rong again and said sarcastically: "It's you, Mr. Ding Rong, as a minister of the court. You should be loyal to the emperor and patriotic, uphold justice, denounce evil, make contributions to the country, and benefit the people. But why? But he is here to defend a corrupt official, what is his intention! Could he be like Liao Zhenghui, accepting bribes from others? This is a misdemeanor."
"You, you, you, Liu Changqing! You are talking nonsense! You are spewing blood!" Ding Rong's face changed, and he said quickly: "I am just debating in accordance with the national law, and I think your punishment is too harsh, isn't it wrong?"
Then he said: "You keep saying that Liao Zhenghui's crimes are extremely heinous, but what about you? As the magistrate of Kyoto, don't you have no responsibility for this kind of thing? What's more, Liao Zhenghui is still your subordinate. Shouldn't you be punished for dereliction of duty?" crime!"
Liu Changqing, who thought that this move would be able to hit him, was caught off guard, but unexpectedly, the latter immediately replied: "Of course! I am the head of the capital, and I cannot escape responsibility for hiring the wrong person!"
With that said, he saluted Xiao Yuan seriously: "Your Majesty, I would like to demote you to a third rank as a warning to others!"
In fact, this kind of corruption by subordinates has nothing to do with the superiors. It is impossible for a county magistrate to commit a crime and he has to blame the county magistrate, right? Ding Rong's attack was just a forced excuse.
But he didn't expect Liu Changqing to admit that he was at fault instead of refuting.
Ding Rong was a little dumbfounded for a while. He couldn't say another word for a long time. His shoulders seemed to have slumped. He bowed deeply and returned to the class train.
Xiao Yuan looked at Liu Changqing with a somewhat complicated look, and the other ministers had even weirder looks on their faces.
But if Liu Changqing can demote himself to three levels, that would be great for many political opponents! Especially for the position of Kyoto Prefecture, most people would be very happy if they could be squeezed out.
So someone quickly stood up and said, "Your Majesty, what Mr. Liu said is true. Since he himself believes that he has committed the crime of dereliction of duty, he should be punished according to law."
"That's right." Someone else said: "After all, the capital is responsible for Chang'an's southwest planning, and Liu Changqing, as the chief official, cannot absolve himself of the blame."
"Mr. Liu is fair and honest, serves as an official, and never shirks his responsibilities. He is indeed a role model for our generation. I hope your Majesty will accept his words."
"I second the proposal"
How could anyone miss such an opportunity? Jiang Yi had already stood up and made an impassioned speech. First, he praised Liu Changqing, and then said that he leads by example.
These ministers are not treacherous ministers. On the contrary, there are many good ministers of the country. The reason for this is entirely because Liu Changqing offended too many people!
Just like Chen Huaiming, the Minister of Household Affairs, and Yan Ming, the Minister of Rites, can you say that he is not an honest official?
Zhang Jingrui also stood up, but he supported Liu Changqing: "Although Master Liu is strict with himself, the matter of Liao Zhenghui has nothing to do with him. If he is demoted like this, it will be unfair. I hope your Majesty will think twice."
Liu Yuzhi came out and said: "What Zhang Shangshu said is true. Liu Changqing is at best inattentive. In my opinion, it is better to fine him half a year's salary as a warning."
The court was turbulent, and the all-rounded prime minister gave the best result.
But Xiao Yuan was silent for a moment, and then said: "This matter has nothing to do with Liu Qing, there is no need to discuss it further, as for the half-year salary penalty."
Speaking of this, he said half-jokingly: "His family is already very poor. If we don't give him a salary, I'm afraid he will starve to death in the study."
Of course, a second-rank minister would not be like this even if he lost his salary, but he was the emperor. This relaxed tone not only ignored the matter, but also eased the situation in the court instantly.
Zhang Jingrui smiled heartlessly and cupped his hands: "Your Majesty's wonderful words, I admire them greatly."
All the ministers also looked at each other, unable to say anything else.
Liu Changqing knelt on the ground, his lips moved, a warm current arose in his heart, and his voice trembled slightly: "Your Majesty, minister."
Xiao Yuan would definitely try his best to protect this loyal minister who was too upright.
He raised his hand slightly and interrupted Liu Changqing: "Liu Qing, as for the case of Liao Zhenghui, the execution you proposed is still inconsistent with the national law. In my opinion, he should be dismissed from his post, demoted to a commoner, and sentenced to ten years in prison."
"The Municipal Bureau and those involved in this case will be punished in accordance with the law."
"As for Jiang Rendong, according to the collusion between officials and businessmen, his wealth was illegally obtained. All his shops were sealed and his family property was confiscated."
As he spoke, he glanced at the court: "Do you have any objections, sir?"
"Your Majesty is wise -" the loyal ministers all shouted, including Liu Changqing. This was a compromise between a low crime and a top crime, and it was fair. Naturally, he no longer insisted on it.
Xiao Yuan added: "Now that we understand this matter, let's discuss other government affairs."
Next, the court meeting lasted for about an hour.
After the morning court, the ministers came out of the main hall. On the hundred steps, it was still the same as usual. Officials were walking in twos and threes, chatting as they walked.
Ding Rong leaned close to Wang Zhidong and whispered: "Liu Changqing is really unreasonable. Liao Zhenghui is his subordinate. Let's not speak for him, but we can't push him to death, right? It shows that this person is unreasonable. "
"What Mr. Ding said is true." Wang Zhidong said with a smile: "Maybe in his heart, he only has national law and no human feelings."
