One stone stirs up a thousand waves.
Zhu Di's brows were furrowed, feeling that his emotions were about to explode in the next second. Most of the officials also looked ugly, as if they did not expect that the Metropolitan Procuratorate would operate on His Royal Highness today.
But the people who were most surprised were the censors from the Metropolitan Procuratorate.
What's the situation? His Royal Highness is going to be impeached today. Why don't you communicate with them?
Especially Liu Guan, the newly appointed censor of Zuodu, was even more confused.
His subordinates want to impeach His Highness the Crown Prince, why don't they communicate with him?
Yes, as the trusted chief official of the Metropolitan Procuratorate, he did not know that his subordinates wanted to impeach His Royal Highness the Crown Prince.
Didn't you say you fired at Marquis Jinghai? Why did it hit His Highness the Crown Prince?
In the entire hall, if there are still calm people, the only ones left are Zhu Gaochi, the impeached leader, and Li Jinglong, who is already leaning on the pillar and sleeping soundly.
Even Chen Kan had an incomprehensible expression on his face.
He wanted to ask the censor how much money Zhu Gaoxu gave him.
"Huh~"
Heavy breathing sounded in the hall, and Zhu Di looked at Liu Guan like a hungry wolf.
Liu Guan was excited and hurriedly took a step forward. He first scolded the censor: "Su Yun, don't back down yet."
Su Yun is the name of the censor.
However, Liu Guan's words seemed to have no effect on him. Su Yun was still kneeling on the ground, as if he would not get up if Zhu Di did not punish His Highness the Crown Prince.
Liu Guan was secretly angry, but he didn't want outsiders to see the Metropolitan Procuratorate's joke.
He had no choice but to salute Zhu Di and said: "Your Majesty, it is the bounden duty of the imperial censor to report things. Mr. Su may be biased in impeaching His Royal Highness rashly, but it is also the heart of serving the country. Please don't be angry."
Zhu Di gritted his teeth and said: "I remember that when Chen Ying died, I told the Metropolitan Procuratorate that the censor has the duty to report rumors, but this is to ask you to take on the responsibility of supervising all officials, not to make you act like a mad dog. Whoever is caught and bitten, has the prince done those things? I am his father, don’t I know?"
Zhu Di's words were very unpleasant. It seemed like this was the first time since Yuji that he cursed officials like this in the court, which showed how angry he was.
Liu Guan was also frightened and hurriedly knelt down to apologize: "I was not strict with you, please forgive me."
Realizing his gaffe, Zhu Di seemed to think that the words were a bit too much and hurriedly changed the subject.
He looked at Zhu Gaochi and asked, "Prince, what do you have to say about this matter?"
Zhu Gaochi, who was cueed by his father, stood up tremblingly, cupped his hands towards Zhu Di and said: "Returning to my father, I believe that those who are pure will self-purify, and there is no need to defend myself. If I need to defend myself, I think Marquis Jinghai's words may It will be more convincing.”
Being inexplicably cueed by Zhu Gaochi, Chen Kan couldn't help but be stunned.
etc!
Not quite right.
What might my words be more convincing?
this......
A bold idea emerged from his mind, and Chen Kan took a deep breath subconsciously.
Damn it, could this be a big drama directed and acted by Zhu Gaochi?
The more Chen Kan thought about it, the more likely this was.
Again, the Hua family's business was in the hands of the East Palace. Such a thing was simply not something that a small censor could find out.
Unless there is a big shot standing behind this censor.
But Chen Kan had never heard of the name Su Yun before, so he was more likely to be a nobody.
Recalling what Zhu Gaochi said during the banquet in the East Palace yesterday, it is obvious that Zhu Gaochi has the intention to move from behind the scenes to the stage.
So, is this actually Zhu Gaochi’s plan?
The purpose is to bring Shang Dao, who has been hiding in the dark, to the light of day, to prevent others from getting caught in the future?
The more Chen Kan thought about it, the more certain he became. He felt that this should be the truth.
Otherwise, at such an extremely sensitive time when the King of Han was leading troops on an expedition, a group of civil servants would have done anything to destroy Zhu Gaochi before it was too late to carefully safeguard Zhu Gaochi's reputation.
Just kidding, Zhu Gaochi is famous for being kind to civil servants, but Zhu Gaoxu is a reckless man. If he rises to power, he will be the second Zhu Di. This may be an compliment. Although Zhu Di has a violent temper, Zhu Di's political wisdom is also If it’s not built, what political wisdom does Zhu Gaoxu have?
If he takes over, he might be the second Yang Guang.
Therefore, the civil servants had no reason to support Zhu Gaoxu at all.
Since there is no reason, this must be Zhu Gaochi's trick.
Or to put it another way, put it to death and survive, and take advantage of the situation to transfer the hidden hands that are prone to thunder to the bright side. This will not only dispel Zhu Di's suspicion, but also allow more hidden hands to be hidden.
False and false, true and false, it is simply killing two birds with one stone.
After learning all the truth, Chen Kan couldn't help but tremble.
This uncle is really a vicious wolf disguised as a fat pig. No wonder he hinted yesterday that he was causing trouble in the court, and his relationship had been arranged long ago.
After a brainstorm, Chen Kan hurried to the main hall and said to Zhu Di: "Your Majesty, I really have something to say about this matter."
Zhu Di's eyes were full of anger, but he still maintained his dignity as an emperor.
Seeing Chen Kan take the initiative to stand up, he couldn't help but suppress his voice and asked: "Come here."
Chen Kan glanced at Zhu Di cautiously, then shook his head and said: "Your Majesty, before deciding on the impeachment of Su Yushi, may I ask you one thing about the imperial censors of the Metropolitan Procuratorate?"
"What's up?"
Zhu Di's tone was obviously impatient.
Chen Kan cupped his hands and said: "Just a small matter, I heard that the imperial censors of the Metropolitan Procuratorate have many doubts about the effect of the policy of reforming native land and returning people to local people in Yunnan. I just took advantage of this opportunity. I also took the opportunity to do so. This solved their doubts.”
As soon as Chen Kan finished speaking, almost everyone in the civil and military circles knew what Chen Kan was going to say, and Zhu Di certainly knew it too.
So he asked directly: "Is this matter related to the prince forming a clique to amass money secretly?"
Chen Kan nodded and said: "It's related, it's very related."
"Since it's relevant, just ask yourself."
"Thank you, Your Majesty!"
After receiving Zhu Di's permission, Chen Kan saluted him and then turned to face Liu Guan.
Facing Chen Kan's murderous eyes, Liu Guan secretly thought that it was not good. The matter of His Highness the Crown Prince had not yet been explained clearly, and the issue of Yunnan's return to native land was brought to the table again.
Liu Guan suddenly felt very tired.
He, the censor of Zuodu, has not yet had his butt warmed up. Is he going to be jerked off again today?
Chen Kan would not care about his mood and asked bluntly: "Master Liu, I heard that regarding the matter of Liu Guan and Li Tong in Tonghai County forcing the two chieftains under his rule to disobey the government orders, the Lords of the Metropolitan Procuratorate think that it is Is the root cause in His Royal Highness the Crown Prince and Mr. Fang, the Minister of Civil Affairs?"
Listening to Chen Kan's cross-examination, Liu Guan was about to cry, but Chen Kan's doubts were originally the opinions of the Metropolitan Procuratorate, so he could not deny them.
He could only nod his head and said: "Yes, I believe that the policy of reforming the native land and returning it to the local people proposed by the Marquis is a policy that benefits the country and the people. However, no matter how good the national policy is, if it is used in the wrong way, it will become harmful. It is a policy that harms the country and the people, and regarding the matter of Tonghai County, I really believe that it was Mr. Fang’s mistake in employing personnel that caused the current situation.”
Chen Kan nodded and asked again: "May I ask Mr. Liu, do you have experience in running a political party?"
Liu Guan frowned slightly, shook his head and said: "I have never had the experience of being in charge of a political party. However, in the fourth year of Yongle, I went to Zhejiang to purchase wood and transported it to Beijing to build palaces. No mistakes were made during this period."
"oh!"
Chen Kan said oh, then turned to Zhu Di and cupped his hands and said: "Your Majesty, I have finished asking questions."
Zhu Di looked at Chen Kan suspiciously and asked: "You asked these two questions, why didn't I hear that it was related to the prince forming a clique to make money secretly?"
An inexplicable smile appeared on Chen Kan's face, he bowed slightly towards Zhu Di and said with a smile: "Your Majesty, don't be impatient, please listen to me slowly."
After saying that, Chen Kan straightened up, looked at Su Yun and said: "Su Yushi impeached His Royal Highness the Crown Prince for forming a party for personal gain and secretly amassing money, and said that these two matters are well-documented, so let's talk about Su Yushi There is evidence in the mouth, but where does this evidence come from?”
Su Yun nodded: "I would like to hear the details."
Chen Kan smiled, no longer pretending, and said bluntly: "First of all, it is about forming a clique for personal gain. Yesterday, His Royal Highness the Crown Prince indeed hosted a banquet for me in the East Palace. This is not a secret. Yesterday, all the servants of Zhan Shifu and the East Palace could I testify, but the real purpose of His Royal Highness the Prince’s banquet with me is to inquire about politics.”
"Asking about politics?"
As soon as Chen Kan said this, all the officials immediately started whispering, asking about government affairs, you are the official of Zhanshifu, just take care of the students in the university, and asking about government affairs is the matter of the prince's master and His Majesty, you are the one who What did Zhan Shi get involved with? Isn't this a disguised admission of the prince forming a clique for personal gain?
"Quiet~"
The little chamberlain beside Zhu Di shouted loudly, and all the officials immediately fell silent.
Zhu Di looked at Chen Kan and said, "You continue."
Chen Kan nodded and continued: "Yes, we are asking about politics, and what we are asking about is the obstruction of Yunnan's policy of returning land to local people."
Chen Kan told Zhu Gaochi what happened yesterday, but he just changed the way of saying it.
After his words fell, Zhu Gaochi also said: "My son can also testify that this matter is just as Marquis Jinghai said. If you don't believe it, you can call the people from the East Palace who served yesterday to come to the palace for confrontation."
Listening to Zhu Gaochi's words, all the officials couldn't help but be stunned. Isn't this still a clique for personal gain? What's the difference?
Looking at the expressions of the officials, Chen Kan turned his head and asked Zhu Di: "Your Majesty, the policy of returning natives to rural areas has been blocked in Yunnan. The officials in Tonghai County were recommended to take office by His Highness the Crown Prince. His Highness the Crown Prince summoned ministers to make this decision." Zhan Shi, who has changed his policy of returning natives to rural areas, asks for a solution. Does this count as forming a clique for personal gain?"
As soon as Chen Kan asked Zhu Di, the officials who were whispering suddenly changed their faces and looked pensive.
According to Chen Kan, since the Yunnan official was recommended by His Highness the Crown Prince, the Crown Prince would naturally be responsible for the gains and losses of the recommendation.
Now the policy of reforming the land and returning it to local people has been blocked in the hands of the people recommended by His Highness the Crown Prince. His Highness the Crown Prince summoned Chen Kan, the advocate, to ask questions, which does not seem to have anything to do with forming a party for personal gain.
Zhu Di pondered for a moment, with a look of surprise on his face.
No wonder Chen Kan wanted to ask about Yunnan first. Only when the Metropolitan Procuratorate admits Yunnan and Zhu Gaochi's improper employment can Chen Kan take the blame.
At this time, Chen Kan and Zhu Gaochi changed from forming a party for personal gain to consulting on national policy, and even gained themselves a reputation for caring about national affairs.
good!
Zhu Di secretly praised Chen Kan's quick wit, then turned to look at Su Yun and asked: "Su Aiqing, can the Metropolitan Procuratorate say that even the prince's interference in state affairs is clique for personal gain, or do you think that the prince should stay in the East Palace every day? Enjoyment?"
Su Yun's expression did not change, and he cupped his hands towards Zhu Di and replied: "Your Majesty, I am the censor, and it is my duty to tell the story. Since His Highness the Crown Prince has made mistakes, I should point out His Highness the Crown Prince's faults. The details are beyond the scope of my responsibilities."
As soon as these words came out, Zhu Di suddenly felt depressed. It is still reasonable for you to falsely accuse you.
But after thinking about it for a moment, it seems that this is really the case.
His Royal Highness the Prince hosted a banquet for Marquis Jinghai. It was such a sensitive time. Who knows what they said, what if they were plotting a rebellion?
Zhu Di was frustrated and couldn't find the words to refute, so he had to ask sadly: "Does Su Aiqing want the palace officials from Xuandong Palace to come to the palace to confront her?"
Su Yun shook his head: "Your Majesty, even if His Majesty the Crown Prince cares about state affairs, there are flaws in his approach. Since it is a state matter, it should be resolved through fair and just discussion at the court meeting in the main hall, rather than private banquets with courtiers. I still believe We want to impeach His Highness the Crown Prince for his faults.”
Zhu Di almost laughed in anger, pointed at Su Yun and said: "Okay, okay, Su Aiqing is a critic of my Ming Dynasty."
Su Yun didn't pay attention to Zhu Di's strange aura. He turned to look at Chen Kan and asked: "Jinghaihou, if you don't mention the matter of forming a clique for personal gain, what do you have to say about the East Palace secretly amassing money and competing for the interests of the people?"
Seeing Su Yun's performance, Chen Kan couldn't help but admire him greatly.
He had to admit that the Su Yun in front of him was indeed a talent.
Where did my uncle find such a talent? If she doesn't give him an Oscar, it would be a shame for her to be unafraid of power today.
However, at this stage of the play, it was impossible for Chen Kan not to cooperate.
He cupped his hands towards Zhu Di and said: "Your Majesty, I really have something to say about this matter. As we all know, Hua Shi, a descendant of the Hua family, is my close disciple and also my fake son. Now that Hua Shi has not yet reached the crown, this business is going on. In the hands of the minister, and the minister and His Highness the Crown Prince are in-laws in addition to being monarchs and ministers. The East Palace is not very financially wealthy, so it is impossible for the minister, who is my brother-in-law, to turn a blind eye, right?"
Zhu Di raised his head slightly and asked, "So?"
Chen Kan grinned and replied: "I pay more attention to family ties. Since the business world is idle, I will simply leave it to my uncle to take care of it. In addition, His Highness the King of Han and His Highness the King of Zhao are working on opening up the sea." The superiors and ministers also cooperated. If this can be regarded as secretly amassing money and taking advantage of the people, is it possible that His Highness the King of Han, His Highness the King of Zhao and their ministers are also secretly amassing money and taking advantage of the people?"
