"What?" The Han Emperor's roar echoed in the Xuanzheng Hall, "A dignified Minister of the Ministry of Finance actually committed suicide out of fear of crime?"
His Highness, Jingzhao Mansion Yin Zhao Shanqian, who was standing there, bowed and saluted, and said tremblingly: "When we found out the case yesterday, I already sent people to guard the Xia Mansion. I didn't expect that he would commit suicide at home..." After that, he said He knelt on the ground and said, "I have committed a crime of dereliction of duty, please be punished by your Majesty!"
Emperor Han's eyes were slightly closed, his face was pale, and his cheeks were still trembling slightly. He tried his best to restrain the anger in his heart, and seriously thought about all this, whether there was any conspiracy. After much thinking, he still couldn't figure it out. In the end, he felt It seemed that it was really the result of a fierce struggle for power between young masters from rich families. Since Xia Jingying is dead, there is no point in pursuing it further.
Du Zongting, the imperial censor, came out and said: "Your Majesty, Mr. Zhao has done everything in this case, but everyone has his own destiny. Xia Jingying really wants to die, so there must be nothing he can do."
After a period of silence in the court, Emperor Han suddenly said calmly: "This case is of great importance. Although Zhao Aiqing was not investigated, he thought that since he had made a contribution to solving the case, he should be exempted from punishment! Zhao Aiqing is still responsible for handling the aftermath of this case."
"Your Majesty!" Zhao Shanqian suddenly said, "This matter is too big for me to decide, so I would like to ask your Majesty to hire someone else."
After Zhao Shanqian said this, His Highness was in a state of shock. He did not expect that Zhao Shanqian would dare to openly disobey His Majesty's wishes. However, if you think about it, it is not a trivial matter for the minister to commit suicide. No one would dare to take this hot potato!
Emperor Han was quite displeased, "Then according to you, who is the right person to deal with the aftermath?"
At this time, Prince Liu Yan came out and saluted: "Your Majesty, Xia Jingying was recommended by his grandson. Now that something like this happened, his grandson is willing to recommend himself."
Emperor Han nodded slightly, "Then let the prince handle this matter!"
Just when the Han Emperor was speaking, Ning Wang Liu Xun looked at Yang You, the Minister of Dali Temple. Yang Youxian smiled slightly and understood, and then stood up and said: "Your Majesty, although I am the Minister of Dali Temple, I often hear that Suzhou Now the government is well organized, the products are abundant, and the people are happy to talk about the virtues of the sage."
"Oh..." The Han Emperor chuckled, sweeping away the gloom just now, "I have heard about this matter. The governor of Suzhou did a good job!"
Yang Youxian smiled and said: "The governor of Suzhou has certainly done a good job, but the general judge of Suzhou also deserves a lot of credit!"
"Suzhou Tongpan?" Emperor Han reacted. He couldn't remember who this person was for a while, but he seemed to be very familiar with him. "Who is this Suzhou Tongpan?"
"It is Lu Renxiang of Shanzhou who won the first prize in this year's scientific examination. I heard that he has made outstanding achievements in the local government and is extremely supported by the people."
Emperor Han suddenly realized, "Is this Lu Renxiang, the younger brother of the admonishing doctor?"
Cui Hao also came out to report at this time: "Your Majesty, he was demoted to Suzhou because of his brother's affairs. Now Master Lu has been exonerated and has made meritorious service to the country. He has been admonished by the officials, but his younger brother is still here." Therefore, if he is relegated to another place, wouldn't it be..." Cui Hao hesitated, and then said, "It is said that Lu Tongpuan managed the area in Suzhou in an orderly manner. If he does not reward him, it will be difficult to convince the local people."
The Emperor of Han stroked his gray beard and said, "Based on the opinions of the ministers, do you think that Lu Renxiang should be allowed to return to Beijing? Or should he be promoted to another state?"
Gao Yun is among His Highness's military squad. After experiencing so many dark and dirty official affairs in the second half of the year, he no longer wants to participate in such things. When he went to court, he rarely spoke. When the emperor occasionally asked him for his opinion, Gao Yun It's just that both sides can't offend each other, which is very moderate. But when I heard them talking about Lu Renxiang just now, I couldn't help but feel a little excited. After all, Lu Renxiang is not only Brother Lu's younger brother, but also his good friend. Now his friend finally has a chance to stand up and be happy for him. I also wanted to give him a hand, so I stood up and said: "Your Majesty, Lu Tongxuan has made a great living in the local area and deserves to be commended. Firstly, it will show the emperor's great kindness. Secondly, he can also serve as a role model for all officials. In the opinion of my ministers, , wouldn’t it be better if he should be transferred to the capital and given a heavy responsibility?”
The Emperor of Han looked at Gao Yun calmly. Unexpectedly, the taciturn Gao Yun would actually speak for Lu Renxiang. Gao Yun was now the Emperor's right-hand man, so he suddenly felt inspired by his sudden remarks, so he asked Said: "Then General Yi Gao thinks that any position is suitable?"
At this moment, Prince Liu Yan was confused. How could Gao Yun speak for Lu Renxiang? Normally I can't get him to say a word for me, but what happened today? Liu Yan frowned and thought, Lu Renxiang was the younger brother of his great rival Lu Zuo. If he was transferred back to the capital, wouldn't Prince Ning and the others be even more powerful? What kind of medicine is sold in Gao Jun's gourd?
Gao Jun also thought about it, after all, who should be recommended to take charge of a certain position is responsible, so he said with great attention: "Your Majesty is the head of a country, I dare not speak nonsense, but Lu Renxiang is indeed a talent, your Majesty should be eclectic. As for how to appoint others, it is of course His Majesty's decision."
The Han Emperor was silent and seemed to be thinking about how to arrange Lu Renxiang appropriately. Just when the Han Emperor was thinking, Liu Yan's people were caught off guard. Unexpectedly, someone would mention a demoted official, and it was Gao Han's younger brother Gao Yun who proposed to let Lu Renxiang return to the capital. They were all from the crown prince. Therefore, it is difficult for Xu Bingde, Xun Yu, Quan Shidao and others to understand. Could it be what the prince meant? It's impossible. After all, once Lu Renxiang returns to Beijing, it will be a big disaster. But when I think about it, is this to lure the wolf into the house first, and then close the door and beat the dog? So none of them spoke, while Liu Yan looked around and saw that all of his people lowered their heads and said nothing. He couldn't help but feel anxious. He wanted to stand up and object, but it was too eye-catching, and he couldn't think of it for a while. There was no reason to refuse Lu Renxiang's return to Beijing.
The Emperor of the Han Dynasty suddenly coughed lightly and said, "Lu Renxiang was diligent and caring for the people during his tenure in Suzhou. His political achievements were outstanding and he was deeply loved by the people. To pass on my decree, Lu Renxiang acted as the Secretary of the Ministry of Household Affairs and immediately ordered someone to draft the decree and write it down. Return to Beijing and report to the Ministry of Household Affairs without delay."
After hearing this, His Highness's people looked at each other in confusion, but did not dare to speak. The position of the Ministry of Revenue had been vacant before Xia Jingying, and now it was replaced one after another. The emperor's thoughts were really unpredictable. Standing in the martial arts class, Xun Mou thought more and more that something was wrong. First, Xia Jingying committed suicide first, and then Lu Renxiang filled the vacancy in the household department. Is this really a coincidence? If this is really the case, then Lu Zuo must be the biggest suspect. Could it be that Lu Zuo really designed this time? Xun Mou felt more and more frightened as he thought about it.
