Cai Yu is greedy and as timid as a mouse.
But he's not stupid.
At this moment, it can be seen that Xuan Tiansi came prepared, and there is no point in his quibbles!
Knowing that the cultivation of the empress's servants has reached the realm of gods and humans, resisting is even more nonsense!
Even now!
He still couldn't figure out why the empress suddenly attacked him!
Why did the flawless corruption in the past arouse the suspicion of the empress!
Liu Yexi said nothing and looked down at him quietly: "Master Cai, you have a noble title. Unlike those two people, I can give you a chance to say your last words."
"I am willing to hand over all my family property and ask the court to spare my life!"
Hearing this, Liu Yexi sneered and ignored it.
This money belongs to the imperial court. It is too naive to want to exchange this money for your life!
When Cai Yu saw that it didn't work, he was so anxious that he was sweating like rain!
suddenly!
He seemed to have thought of something, and said repeatedly: "Master Liu, I, I have a ledger that records corrupt officials like me, and I am willing to expose and report them!"
I knew there was such a thing... Liu Yexi smiled secretly.
Corrupt officials are afraid of death, so they usually keep records and leave a way out for themselves if they "report meritoriously."
She is very experienced and this is the account book she is waiting for!
"Where?"
"My lord, please promise not to kill me first."
"good."
"In the woodshed, under the second floor tile grid."
"Um."
Liu Yexi agreed, and Cai Yu suddenly felt reborn.
But then, the stinging pain in his chest brought him back to reality!
Liu Yexi's soft sword still penetrated him!
"you you!"
Cai Yu couldn't believe it, his face was full of horror.
Liu Yexi had no expression on her face, sheathed her sword neatly, stood up and left, leaving him no explanation.
In her opinion, this kind of person who breaks the bones and sucks the marrow of the people is not worthy of keeping his promise.
All the special envoys of Xuantiansi were stunned!
Is this the method used by the Empress's personal servant? It is indeed vigorous and resolute!
Liu Yexi is already heroic and powerful, and many young people among the special envoys are looking up to her with admiration!
"You just pack up this place and go back directly to Xuantiansi in the capital."
Liu Yexi arrived at the Hou Mansion, stepped on his bay-red horse, and went directly to Langzhou to resume his life.
"I accept my order from my humble position!"
The envoys behind him bowed and looked away.
...
Three days later, Xuan Tiansi returned to Beijing with Cai Yu's body.
The ruling and opposition parties were shocked!
Of course, the death of a marquis would not frighten the officials so much.
What they are really afraid of is the account book that has fallen into the hands of the empress!
These days, even among "competent ministers", how many have clean butts?
Not to mention corrupt officials!
For a moment, everyone is in danger!
The major clans in the capital were in turmoil, rectifying their own properties overnight, trying their best to make up for the losses that had been caused by greed and return to the court!
After all, if you don't take the initiative to change it, when the empress comes to settle the accounts... it won't be a matter of money or not!
...
Langzhou City is filled with peace and happiness amidst the sound of firecrackers.
When every house was decorated with lanterns and colorful decorations, Liu Yexi finally rushed back and delivered the account book to the empress' case.
"Your Majesty, the situation in the southern border is the same as what Mr. Gu said. In the past, the food for disaster relief was not enough, and 80% of it was withheld by the local powerful..."
Liu Yexi told the results of this trip in detail, including who was killed, who was investigated, the current actions of the courtiers, etc...
Mu Yuyan nodded. At this time, her eyes were soft, her expression was calm, her red lips were pursed and she listened quietly.
"Your Majesty, you look much better."
After Liu Yexi finished her report, she looked up and saw the face that made every woman in the world ashamed, and couldn't help but say.
"Is there any?" Mu Yuyan chuckled: "If the disaster relief in the southern border can be properly solved, I will no longer worry...Thanks to Gu Lang's information."
Liu Yexi nodded in agreement.
Although she is the leader of the special envoy, this time she is just an errand. The real hero is the scholar husband whom the Empress longs for!
"Xiao Xi, don't rush to deal with the officials in the ledger. Let's first see how they admit their mistakes. In these troubled times, blind killing will not work."
Perhaps influenced by Gu Lan's study and cultivation, Mu Yuyan did not go on a killing spree this time, but instead chose a safe combination of strength and softness.
This is indeed the best way to maximize benefits!
With this account book, it was enough to deter them from making any rash move for a long time... The corners of the empress's lips were slightly raised, and her brows were filled with joy.
"Besides, during Gu Lang's autumn this year... remember to remind the old guys in the Hanlin Academy and the Imperial College, so as not to miss my good deeds."
This is going to be a back door for the young master... Liu Yexi felt enlightened, clasped his fists and said with a smile: "I understand, I will go and beat them now."
"Go ahead."
...
Time flies and spring begins.
Gu Lan always felt that the lady seemed to be in a particularly good mood these days.
In the past, when she was studying by herself, Mu Yuyan would obediently watch or help sharpen the ink. She was elegant and measured, with the demeanor of a lady.
Now she often snuggles in her arms and wants to hear myself tell her some stories when I have time.
Mu Yuyan had no idea how tempting she was to a young man with a strong spirit!
When a royal lady turns into a clingy goblin... Gu Lan said, I can't read this book!
While he was resting his eyes, he went out to get some fresh air.
At this time, a group of vendors were gathering in front of the door to rest and chat.
Gu Lan squatted on the threshold and could hear what they were talking about inadvertently.
"Have you heard that something happened over there in the south?"
The drought broke out, did the rich and powerful deduct their food...
Gu Lan felt nervous. The refugees from the southern border should have fled to Langzhou in two days. He would have to ask Lao Yang to open a porridge shop in the teahouse to give out some...
However, then he heard the surprised tone of several vendors!
"Isn't that right? Lord Dog Marquis named Cai was killed by the Empress's imperial envoy a few days ago. It is said that the prefect and county magistrate there were also killed together!"
"I heard that the magistrate and the county magistrate's family found one hundred thousand taels of silver, and the Anguo Hou Mansion is even more outrageous, they are extremely rich!"
"Well done! Very satisfying, very satisfying!"
"Eh? Didn't you say that the empress practices Taoism every day and ignores state affairs? How can she deal with corrupt officials?"
"Hush! Silence...I heard that Her Majesty the Empress is a fake monk, but she is actually secretly overlooking the court. Otherwise...how could someone from Xuantiansi do it?"
"Understood! Thank you brother, the Southern Dog Officer is dead. I can go there to do some business in the future, haha..."
"..."
? ? ?
Hearing this, Gu Lan was completely confused!
Damn it, this...isn't that how the plot of the novel is written?
Why did the empress cut off the beard of a villain who provided resources to the protagonist and stepped on him?
Gu Lan went home with a puzzled look on his face. He didn't figure it out until lunch.
But fortunately, this matter has nothing to do with me as a supporting role!
Empress... I don't want to have any intersection in this life.
Both the protagonist and the villain are deliberately avoided and will never be encountered!
You go ahead and fight, I'll just hold on steady... Gu Lan thought calmly, just fill in the answer sheet casually this autumn to cope with it.
As long as I don't even win the exam and stay in Langzhou City, I will be absolutely safe.
