Seeing Zhang Fei defending himself with seriousness, Zhao Xu didn't feel moved at all. Instead, he felt inexplicably surprised, and he always felt that something was not right.
"Seriously?"
"Of course, how dare I deceive Your Majesty."
Zhang Fei said seriously again: "The duties of the Imperial City Department are to safeguard His Majesty's authority and the stability of the country. This is different from ordinary criminal cases and civil litigation cases and cannot be generalized.
Take this case as an example. Although I don’t know what is going on at the moment, I assume that the two soldiers had ulterior motives, or were agents sent by the Khitan to use some of Chengdu’s supervisors in the Hebei area. Without careful consideration, disrupting the morale of our military and arousing the anger of the soldiers, the consequences are unimaginable and very terrible.
I can fully understand the Imperial City Division's timely response to this. Therefore, when I first learned about this matter, I thought that this kind of case should be handed over to Dali Temple for a quick judgment to avoid causing a catastrophe. "
As Zhao Xu listened, he suddenly felt that what Zhang Fei said was very reasonable. It is indeed better to kill the wrong person than to let go of this kind of thing. He couldn't help but become serious and asked again: "Such a simple truth, even you can't I understand why those prime ministers are always entangled with me."
Even I understand what it means, it's so insulting.
Although he thought so in his heart, Zhang Fei did not dare to argue with Zhao Xu and coughed, "Your Majesty, you don't even understand this?"
Zhao Xu asked in surprise: "Do you understand?"
"Of course I understand."
Zhang Fei nodded.
Zhao Xu asked: "Then you can tell me why this is?"
Zhang Fei said: "Express your desire to gain fame."
"Showing lust?"
Zhao Xu asked confused: "What. What do you mean?"
Zhang Fei explained patiently: "Whether it was Wang Xueshi's new policy or Cheng Dujian's flood control, they did not find fault with anything. As long as there was a problem, they would not let it go. Otherwise, His Majesty would be in trouble again." How do you know that they are working conscientiously, and how do the people know that they are asking for orders for the people, they will have no sense of existence, it is like a fly seeing cakes, anyway, I think, uh, that's what it is."
When Zhao Xu heard this, he couldn't help but think about it carefully. He felt that Zhang Fei was really rough and unreasonable. This was really the case. He couldn't help but feel better.
Because this is enough to prove that they will not let go of anyone or anything that is not directed at his emperor.
"In your opinion, how should this matter be handled?" Zhao Xu couldn't help but asked curiously.
“I thought we could learn from the Department of Taxation.”
"Taxation Department?"
"Exactly."
Zhang Fei nodded, "Didn't Your Majesty realize that those ministers and dignitaries hate the Taxation Department to the core? If they choose between the Imperial City Department and the Taxation Department and let one of them close down, they will definitely choose the Taxation Department, but They dared to shout and complain at home, but no one dared to impeach the Taxation Department in the court like the Imperial City Department. But in fact, to them, what the Taxation Department did was much more hateful than the Imperial City Department. ”
Zhao Xu thought for a while, nodded and said: "Yes! There really hasn't been anyone impeaching the Taxation Department recently. Even if there is, it's only very sporadic, unlike the Imperial City Department."
Zhang Fei said: "This is because the Taxation Department can make them speechless."
Zhao Xu suddenly raised his eyebrows and said with a smile: "The reason why the Taxation Department made them speechless is that the Taxation Department prosecutes tax evaders through the Procuratorate. Do you want the Imperial City Department to also prosecute through the Procuratorate? ?”
"Your Majesty's words are wrong."
Zhang Fei shook his head and said: "The reason why the Taxation Department made them speechless was not because they prosecuted through the procuratorate, but because the Taxation Department's methods were strong enough, smart enough, professional enough, and ruthless enough.
If they don't have these means, whether they prosecute through the procuratorate will be confusing. "
Zhao Xu thought for a while and said, "You mean, the Imperial City Division is not strong enough?"
"exactly."
Zhang Fei said: "Your Majesty has given such important authority to those who are not so professional, and the only result is that it harms the country and the people.
Take this case as an example. If the tax department was responsible for it, they would definitely not have arrested anyone that night. They would have found out the details of the two soldiers and then sent people to investigate secretly to see how many people were complaining. And whether they are really complaining, or if they have other motives, and then catch them all in one fell swoop.
As a result, the Imperial City Department arrested the person that night. If it was a fake, they were creating an unjust case, and also caused His Majesty to be entangled by those ministers, making the Imperial City restless.
But if it is true, then they are just trying to alert the enemy, which allows the real person with evil intentions to continue to hide in Sanya, causing endless trouble.
As for the torture by the Imperial City Department, it is simply ridiculous. The Tax Department never tortures others, because people can lie, but accounts cannot.
If it was really the other party's trick, and he knew he was on the verge of death, he could deliberately frame the loyal minister, so what should he do?
This is something that can directly endanger the country. How could they do it so carelessly? They are really worse than the Royal Police. This is really puzzling! "
After hearing these words, Zhao Xu nodded frequently, "What you said makes sense. They handled it too hastily. Compared with the tax department, it is indeed far behind."
Zhao Xu couldn't believe how powerful the Taxation Department was now. He knew very well that the Imperial City Department was definitely not as powerful as the Taxation Department.
Zhang Fei said: "So Your Majesty, I think the Imperial City Department should be strengthened. Whether it is power, scale, or talent, it must be strengthened accordingly."
Zhao Xu glanced at Zhang Fei and felt a little moved in his heart. When it came to this, Zhang Fei was really thinking about him, not to restrict, but to strengthen, and asked: "How do you think it should be strengthened?"
Zhang Fei said: "First of all, the "Social Security Law" is introduced."
"Social Security Law?"
"good."
Zhang Fei nodded and said: "It means that any behavior that threatens the country and the country is summarized into a law within the law. The most harmful behavior is put together with ordinary criminal law and civil law, and it is used as a law." This is obviously wrong and does not seem to be taken seriously enough.
In addition, why can the Taxation Department be so powerful? Because behind the Taxation Department is the tax law. Tax evasion is not what you should do and you should be punished. This is common sense and it is stated first. If you are going to be caught, then you deserve to be punished. North Korea and China Those powerful people want to help every time, but they can only endure it, blaming themselves for not living up to expectations.
In the same way, if the Imperial City Department wants to strengthen its control in this area, it must have a clear regulation behind it. In this way, there will not be so many people talking about it. As the saying goes, a teacher has a reputation. "
"Social Security Law."
Zhao Xu nodded and said: "It makes sense! There should be such a law."
Zhang Fei said: "Secondly, the rectification of the Imperial City Department, such an important authority, really cannot be held by just anyone. It must go through thousands of selections like the Taxation Department, and put ability first. You can establish your own intelligence system, and at critical moments , and can also share intelligence with the tax department.”
Zhao Xu nodded again, and after waiting for a while, he suddenly asked: "Isn't there the end?"
"have!"
Zhang Fei nodded and said: "If His Majesty agrees with the first two points, we will finally use this case to complete the layout of the first two points."
Zhao Xu couldn't help but asked curiously: "How do you say this?"
Zhang Fei said: "Suppose that due to the entanglement of the ministers, the procuratorate is forced to investigate the Imperial City Division and its shortcomings and violations, and then sue the Imperial City Division to the imperial court, His Majesty Long Yan will be furious , they simply went too far. Under such circumstances, His Majesty can take the opportunity to demand the introduction of relevant laws, and on the other hand, he can use this opportunity to rectify the Imperial City Department and expand the authority of the Imperial City Department. This case is a Excellent reason, if we can take advantage of it.”
Zhao Xu was stunned for a long time, then suddenly pointed at Zhang Fei and burst into laughter.
"You are worthy of opening your Darer pen. It's just your mouth, haha." After a while, Zhao Xu laughed so hard that tears almost came out, and he finally managed to steady himself, "You have made such a big circle, this is what you want to do." Do you want to say it?"
Zhang Fei chuckled and said: "I really can't hide anything from Your Majesty, but I am different from them. What I said just now was to solve this problem, rather than just standing there talking without hurting my back and something went wrong. They then blame others for their mistakes.
The Imperial City Department should strictly supervise this kind of behavior. There is no problem with this, but what they do is indeed very rough and difficult to convince the public. Anyone can do it. This is extremely detrimental to His Majesty. They are How could His Majesty's eyes and ears be so careless?
Moreover, this will cause His Majesty to get caught up in the struggle with the ministers, so that he neglects to guard against those real enemies, but will allow people with evil intentions to take advantage of him, which is also very dangerous. "
Zhao Xu nodded slightly, mentally comparing the two offices of the Taxation Department and the Imperial City Department. In the past, collecting taxes was really a big problem. In comparison, the difficulties faced by the Imperial City Department were nothing.
The reason is that as long as the officials ask the people to ask for more taxes, the ministers will be entangled endlessly, and the powerful will take advantage of the situation. As a result, the problem can only be ignored, and the problem of tax evasion cannot be solved. That's why.
The unprofessionalism of those who collect taxes will be misleading, and tax evaders will be able to take advantage of this to cause trouble.
In the New Deal, many regulations are designed to collect this money in different ways.
But with the new tax law, the Taxation Department has left those powerful people speechless. So far, they have not found a way to deal with the Taxation Department. They will lose in both civil and military battles.
Then why doesn’t the Imperial City Department study like the Taxation Department?
Zhao Xu, who had already tasted the sweetness, was finally convinced by Zhang Fei and nodded: "You are right. The Imperial City Division really needs to be rectified. I will act according to your plan and at the same time, it will also help the public prosecutor and the law to gain prestige."
The implication is that I also know your little thoughts.
However, Zhang Fei did not hide anything about this, but he had one sentence that impressed Zhao Xu, that is, his plan was to solve the problem, not to accuse anyone.
This is an important point.
Existence is reasonable, and what the Imperial City Division does has its own reasons. Otherwise, why would the emperor keep the Imperial City Division?
It's useless to scold the Imperial City Division. You have to solve the problem first. This is the key.
Zhang Fei cupped his hands and said, "Thank you, Your Majesty." He secretly moistened his dry lips with his tongue and secretly breathed a sigh of relief.
"correct!"
Zhao Xu suddenly remembered something, "Song Shouyue, the former chief of the palace, sent me a memorial. His suggestion was to directly abolish the imperial guards in some prefectures and counties on Jingdong East Road, and then integrate them all into the royal police."
Zhang Fei was surprised: "Why is this?"
Zhao Xu couldn't help sighing, with a look of anger on his brows, and said: "Didn't you ask very clearly about the rebellion case? These Forbidden Army soldiers still have to curry favor with the grass bandits. This really chills me, so I'm here After the lawsuit was over, I immediately dispatched Song Shouyue, the commander of the Palace Front Division, to rectify the Forbidden Army over there.
But after Song Shouyue went there, he found that the morale in the military camp there was very low and hopeless. But the reason was not the soldiers, but the corrupt military camp, lax military discipline, and other reasons. Because he discovered that once those imperial soldiers were called into the police station, they seemed to have changed.
After many inspections, Song Shouyue believed that the system and atmosphere of the police station were unmatched by the Forbidden Army, and it would be difficult for him to change it alone, so he suggested integrating the local military and police. what do you think? "
The same person, staying in the military camp and the police station, is completely different. What is even more speechless is that this system is rotten and it is difficult to return.
The police station is full of energy.
Zhang Fei shook his head and said, "I don't really understand this."
Zhao Xu pondered for a while and said, "Let's put it this way, will doing this do any harm to the police station?"
Zhang Fei thought for a while and then said: "If everyone follows the rules and only recruits soldiers, instead of forcibly placing general officers as sergeants in the police station, it will not be harmful.
Having said that, in fact, if the number of people in the police station is larger, as long as it does not put any pressure on the finances, it will be very good for the development of the police station.
Whether it is in the capital or Hezhong Prefecture, the police force has always been insufficient. This is probably due to financial issues. After all, the reason why the Royal Police perform their duties faithfully and receive sufficient salary every month is also one of the important reasons. "
Zhao Xu gritted his teeth and said: "Speaking of finances, I would rather give more money to the Royal Police now than support those useless people. I was really angry last time."
He was not willing to settle for mediocrity, he wanted to practice martial arts and martial arts, but in the end he got such a reward, and the money spent was really heartbreaking for him.
Zhang Fei added: "However, the responsibilities of the National Defense and Police Departments are still different. If the military and police are unified for a long time, they may not be able to cope with sudden wars. After all, catching thieves and fighting are not the same thing.
If you want to do this, I suggest setting up an armed police force in the police station to completely replace the defense work of the Forbidden Army and deal with the local grass bandits. In this way, you can not only learn from the excellent system of the police station, but also be able to respond promptly if there is a war. Mobilize. "
At the beginning, Zhao Xu wanted to use the police station to develop a more elite armed force because he wanted to fight, but many ministers opposed it.
Zhang Fei doesn't need to hide this topic.
Zhao Xu nodded slightly, "That's okay. Send some experienced sergeants from the Beijing Police Station, and then recruit those Forbidden Army soldiers into the police station."
Zhang Fei suddenly seemed to remember something, and hurriedly said: "Speaking of the Forbidden Army, there is something I almost forgot to tell His Majesty."
Zhao Xu asked: "What's the matter?"
"It's just a soldier."
Zhang Fei said.
Zhao Xu was stunned for a moment, and then asked: "Are they the two captured soldiers?"
"Yes, oh no, no, actually."
"what are you saying?"
Zhao Xu looked at Zhang Fei in confusion.
Zhang Fei immediately organized his speech and said: "It's like this. According to the procuratorate's investigation report on the investigation of Cheng Dujian, the soldiers were indeed under great pressure, but they had no discipline and discipline. There is no sense of glory at all, but on the contrary, the heart is full of resentment, which is completely different from the Royal Police. Such a team will have problems sooner or later. This case illustrates this. In fact, everyone has complaints in their hearts, but they dare to be angry and dare not speak out. But this is a very dangerous signal, and punishment alone is not enough."
Zhao Xu asked: "Then what do you suggest?"
Zhang Fei said: "I told your Majesty last time about how to enrich the world and enrich the world, and Xiang soldiers will also bear some important responsibilities.
I think the soldiers must become professional and have a sense of responsibility and honor. As far as I know, the main tasks of the side soldiers are miscellaneous tasks, and they only go to the front line in critical moments.
Many soldiers do not know how to fight, but they are experienced and skilled in certain things. Then the imperial court can divide the Xiang soldiers according to the types of work. Water transportation belongs to one department, river construction belongs to another department, house construction belongs to another department, and road construction belongs to another department. etc.
It is to split the soldiers into departments similar to workshops, so as to facilitate management, improve their professionalism, give them attention, give them a sense of honor, and lay the foundation for future national development.
Now that they are gathered together, they are a mixed bag. They are easy to be incited by others and oppressed by corrupt officials. It is also easier to breed corruption. Many soldiers do not get enough money, but they do a good job. , more than anyone else. Where did this money go? The answer is obvious. "
Zhao Xu thought for a while, "So you want to use this case to rectify the soldiers?"
Zhang Fei nodded and said: "Your Majesty has paid such a high price, and you must get the corresponding reward."
Zhao Xu exclaimed: "The biggest winner is your public prosecutor again!"
Zhang Fei smiled and said: "The public prosecutor only wins in appearance, but the inside will all belong to the officials."
After Zhao Xu heard this, he suddenly asked with great interest: "Then who do you think the loser is?"
"loser?"
Zhang Fei thought for a while and said: "Xixia? Or Liao Kingdom? In the end, if your majesty and the country benefit, isn't it the blessing of my people in the Song Dynasty!"
"Hahaha!"
After coming out of the palace, Zhang Fei couldn't help but sweat profusely, breathed a sigh of relief, and sighed in his heart, "It's so difficult for me!"
All the lies were exposed.
In fact, to be honest, he didn't even know how Zhao Xu viewed this matter.
Zhang Fei only adheres to one belief, which is not to determine what the emperor is thinking. This is what a fool does. Anyone who does this will basically die.
We can only think about the emperor and persuade him with benefits.
You can't use Xu Zhiqian's ideas to tell the emperor that the two soldiers were just talking nonsense after drinking and should not be taken seriously. It is normal for you to think so, but it is not necessarily true for the emperor.
Because the emperor controls the most precious things in the world, this kind of thing is very scary for the emperor.
The emperor stands at the highest point, and what he sees is definitely different from you.
You can only tell the emperor that this kind of thing must not be tolerated and must be supervised at all times.
So you need a more powerful and professional team, and today's Imperial City Division is a bunch of rubbish. Not only will they not be able to get anything done, they will also make themselves embarrassed.
Then Zhang Fei immediately rushed back to the procuratorate. He first communicated with Xu Zun and told Xu Zun that he had obtained the emperor's consent.
This made Xu Zun admire his son-in-law with great admiration. You can convince the emperor of this. He is truly worthy of Zhang Dar's pen.
It’s really awesome!
Xu Zun immediately called Qi Ji and Wang Gong to discuss the matter.
"Since the imperial court has issued an order, our prosecutor's office must comply."
Xu Zun looked at Qi Ji again, "Inspector Qi, please take someone to the Imperial City Division to ask them to stop the interrogation and accept our prosecution."
Zhang Fei added: "If necessary, we must also provide protection and medical treatment to the suspect. It is also the responsibility of our procuratorate to defend everyone's legitimate rights and interests."
The two sons-in-law sang together, but Qi Ji broke out in a cold sweat.
Because he didn't know that Zhang Fei had already obtained the emperor's consent, and he was actually a newcomer in the officialdom with only a few years more qualifications than Zhang Fei. Suddenly he was asked to lead someone to the emperor's office. Cheng Si, who still had the suspect under control, couldn't help but feel extremely uneasy, and looked at Zhang Fei aside, "Prosecutor Zhang, why don't you come with me?"
Zhang Fei said, "Inspector Qi, what our procuratorate pays attention to is that everyone performs his or her duties, but I can't do everything."
He is not afraid to go along with them, but he is the one who takes the lead in everything. If he has to go on a business trip again in the future, everything will return to the way it was before. This matter can also be regarded as an experience for the procuratorate.
In fact, in this regard, the Procuratorate is far inferior to the Yushitai. Those Yushitai are not afraid of these. They dare to rush without orders, not to mention the orders from the imperial court in hand.
Qi Ji nodded, but sweat had already begun to form on his forehead.
Zhang Fei suddenly looked at Wang Gong who was standing aside, "Wang Inspector, please write an indictment immediately and ask Inspector Qi to take it with you."
Wang Gong couldn't help but asked curiously: "Who is suing?"
Zhang Fei said: "Sue the Imperial City Division for disobeying the law."
".?"
Wang Gong looked confused.
Zhang Fei said to Qi Ji again: "Inspector Qi, go to the Imperial City Division and bring out the order from the Imperial Court first. If the Imperial City Division still doesn't cooperate, slap them in the face with this indictment and tell them, Waiting to be prosecuted by our procuratorate, by the way, I will tell them that another name for the law is Wang's Law."
(End of chapter)
