"Your Majesty, regarding this assassination incident, I have preliminary knowledge of some circumstances."
Su Ye put down the tea cup in his hand and reported the report with a serious face.
"According to officials from Dali Temple, Assistant Minister Chen Mu may be behind this incident."
"In addition, I also found an important clue."
As he spoke, he took out a piece of paper from his arms with a strange pattern drawn on it.
"Your Majesty, this pattern appears on the right arm of the assassin this time."
Yan Lichu took the paper and examined it carefully:
"I'm afraid it's not simple behind this matter."
There was determination in her eyes.
"Prime Minister Su, you must get to the bottom of this matter and uncover Chen Mu's conspiracy for me."
"Your Majesty, please rest assured, I will do my best."
Su Ye took the order.
However, Su Ye's visit this time was not just to report on the progress.
More importantly, he wanted to find an opportunity to untie Yan Lingshan's knot so that she could tell the truth.
He thought for a moment and then asked: "Does Your Majesty trust Yan Lingshan?"
Yan Lichu frowned, was silent for a moment, and then responded slowly:
"Prime Minister Su, why do you ask this?"
"Your Majesty, Yan Lingshan is in the sky prison. She has many things on her mind, but she doesn't want to talk about them with others. I'm worried that what she hides in her heart may be the key to solving the case."
Su Ye's tone was sincere and his eyes were firm.
When Yan Lichu heard this, his expression changed slightly, he was silent for a moment, and then said:
"What Prime Minister Su said makes sense, and I also noticed something unusual about her. However, she has always been loyal to me, and it is hard for me to believe that she would do something detrimental to Dayan."
"Your Majesty, people's hearts are unpredictable. Yan Lingshan's recent behavior is really puzzling. I suggest that your Majesty should find out the truth as soon as possible to avoid missing the opportunity."
Su Ye's tone was firm and his eyes were firm.
When Yan Li first heard this, she was hesitant. She understood Su Ye's worries, but she was reluctant to doubt Yan Lingshan.
After a moment of silence, she said:
"In that case, I'll leave it to you."
"Your Majesty, please rest assured. I will find out the truth and give Yan Lingshan justice." Su Ye took the order and left.
At this time, Yan Lingshan was alone in the prison.
Only the physical coldness and hunger made her realize that she was still alive.
She knew very well that she had become the biggest suspect in this assassination.
Guilt surged inside her because she understood that her trust in Yan Lichu had been betrayed.
Look up at the bright moon in the night sky.
Yan Lingshan was full of helplessness and worry, and only hoped that Su Ye in white could really help His Majesty find out the truth.
Early morning the next day.
Yan Lichu followed Su Ye's strategy and announced:
"I am ordering Prime Minister Su to re-investigate the corruption case of the Minister of Rites, and clear the grievances of those who were innocently implicated."
Above the court, the officials were surprised and whispered among themselves.
Obviously, Empress Yan Lichu had extraordinary trust in Yan Lingshan.
In order to clear her grievances, such a sensitive case was handed over to Su Ye for a new trial.
"The corruption case of the Minister of Rites was the most serious case during the reign of the late emperor."
"Yes, it was concluded back then that many aristocratic families suffered the fate of annihilating the Nine Clans."
"Times have changed, can there be any disturbances in the past few decades? It is just a superficial performance."
The ministers whispered among themselves, but Emperor Yan Lichu remained as firm as before, with a calm expression on his face, waiting for Su Ye's response.
Su Ye came out and solemnly obeyed the order:
"Your Majesty, I will do my best to seek justice for the innocent."
As Su Ye took the order, the atmosphere in the court gradually became tense.
Everyone knows that this case has a wide range of connections, and if the investigation is to be restarted, many interests will be touched.
Assistant Minister Chen Mu immediately expressed his opposition:
"Your Majesty, the corruption case of the Minister of Rites has been concluded. If further investigation is carried out, it may cause turmoil in the court and be detrimental to the stability of the Yan Kingdom."
Yan Lichu looked sharply at Chen Mu:
"Master Chen, if this case is as you say, and those who are clean will be clean, why should we fear turmoil? I firmly believe that Prime Minister Su is fair and intelligent, and will be able to handle it properly."
When Chen Mu heard this, an imperceptible smile appeared on his lips.
He knew very well that Yan Lichu was determined to protect Yan Lingshan this time.
However, he already had a plan in mind.
"Now that His Majesty has made up his mind, I dare not say any more. I only hope that Prime Minister Su will be fair and impartial and reveal the truth to the people."
Chen Mu's tone was calm, as if he had no objection to Yan Lichu's decision.
However, he secretly glanced at Wei Changfeng, the Minister of Rites.
Wei Changfeng immediately understood and stepped forward:
"Your Majesty, the affairs of the Ministry of Rites are still in turmoil after many years. It is due to the dereliction of duty by the Minister of Rites. Since Your Majesty has decided to re-investigate, I am willing to cooperate with Prime Minister Su to investigate the case in depth and give an explanation to the people."
Wei Changfeng's move turned retreat into advance, leaving Yan Lichu unable to refute.
She looked at Su Ye and saw Su Ye nodded slightly, indicating that Wei Changfeng's joining would have no impact.
Yan Lichu felt relieved and did not dwell too much on this matter. Instead, he took advantage of the situation and said:
"Since Wei Aiqing has shown her loyalty, as you said, I will order you to work with Prime Minister Su to handle this case."
As Yan Lichu's instructions were conveyed, the atmosphere in the court became increasingly tense.
Everyone understood that the corruption case of the Minister of Rites was being re-investigated.
Not only is it related to Yan Lingshan's reputation and innocence, but it also involves the struggle for power in the court.
After the morning session, Su Ye looked at Chen Mu and Wei Changfeng who were whispering to each other and couldn't help but sneer.
They thought they could hide it from everyone, but they didn't know that they were just doing it to facilitate his investigation by the Ministry of Rites.
He immediately moved forward, and the two of them immediately avoided him nervously. Chen Mu saluted with a serious expression:
"Prime Minister Su is very busy with government affairs, and his hard work is indeed a great achievement."
"Master Chen, you have given me the award. Compared to Master Chen's contribution to the administration, Mr. Su only fulfilled his duties faithfully."
Su Ye responded modestly, but his eyes were extremely cold.
"Prime Minister Su is too modest. Having a wise minister like you in our country is really a blessing to the people."
Wei Changfeng said, trying to ease the tense atmosphere.
The three of them left the court at the same time, each with ulterior motives.
"Then please trouble Mr. Wei to take Su to the Ministry of Rites."
Su Ye stopped beating around the bush and directly stated his intention.
When Wei Changfeng heard this, he couldn't help but feel like he was shooting a rock in the foot, and he didn't want to get too entangled with Su Ye:
"I have something important to do. Prime Minister Su, please go to the Ministry of Rites on your own. I will order all officials to cooperate fully."
Su Ye smiled slightly, said no more, cupped his hands and said:
"Then there is Lord Lao Wei."
He turned and left, leaving Wei Changfeng and Chen Mu looking at each other.
Su Ye is humble on the surface, but in fact he understands the overall situation.
He is calm and wise, not only has a deep insight into human nature, but also has firm faith and wisdom.
Chen Mu looked at Su Ye's back with a slight guilty conscience and asked:
"Is there anything unusual happening over there?"
Wei Changfeng said sarcastically:
"The arrangements were taken care of decades ago. No matter what Su Ye does, it will be difficult to cause trouble."
"After all, this matter was an order issued by the late emperor himself."
The two looked at each other, and both saw the pride and confidence in each other's eyes.
