Dali Temple.
After the morning court, Dali Temple Minister Yu Shiyue returned to the palace. Looking at the memorial in his hand, he couldn't help but feel depressed.
Eating melons in the morning was quite enjoyable, but who would have thought that a happy melon-eating event would turn into such a tense scene.
This was the third time that he submitted a memorial to the emperor to conclude Wang Zhenyi's case, but without exception, they were all rejected.
Although this case is big, it has been going on for almost two months.
Those who should be summoned, those who should be tried, and those who should be sentenced, if not all of them are missing, it is still seventy-seven or eighty-eight.
Depending on the emperor's intentions, he doesn't really intend to cause any trouble, but why is he not approving the memorial to close the case?
Now that the war is over, the cases squeezed by the Ministry of Punishment have gradually begun to be dealt with, and Dali Temple is also very busy.
As the Minister of Dali Temple, there are still many major and serious cases that require Yu Shiyue to personally deal with.
However, this case has never been settled, which prevents him from focusing on other official duties.
Originally, Yu Shiyue had made up his mind to have a serious argument with the emperor in the morning session.
At the worst, we have to know what the emperor is thinking so that we can settle this matter quickly.
But who would have thought that these stupid censors would go to the Ministry of Revenue to cause trouble for nothing.
After a good morning meeting, it was like this. How could he still have the nerve to talk about such a trivial matter as closing the case?
Having no choice, Yu Siqing sighed, got up and went out.
Turn right and you will arrive at the Xingbu Yamen.
Among the various ministries of the imperial court, the Metropolitan Procuratorate, the Criminal Department, the Dali Temple's Legal Department, and the Yamen are all close together, making it very convenient for government affairs and personnel to move around.
In terms of the procedures for handling government affairs, the Ministry of Punishment is responsible for trial cases and the Metropolitan Procuratorate is responsible for review. It is probably the Ministry of Punishment that goes to Dali Temple most often.
But because of this case, Yu Shiyue went to the Criminal Department every day, and all the gatekeepers knew him.
"Master Si Qing Wan'an, are you here to look for Minister Jiang again?"
Yu Shiyue asked as he stepped inside, nodded.
"Is Minister Jiang in the public room?"
"Here, I'm going to pass the news here, little one."
The Ministry of Punishment has a lobby dedicated to entertaining guests. Yu Shiyue was waiting inside. Not long after, Jiang Yuan, the Minister of Punishment, hurried over.
The two of them took their seats, and Jiang Yuan spoke apologetically.
"Yu Siqing, I've been waiting for a long time. There was a murder case just now. The case file is a bit complicated. I was delayed for a while. Please forgive me, Siqing."
"It doesn't matter."
Yu Shiyue waved his hand and said calmly.
"I am here to settle Wang Zhen's case. We and I jointly submitted a petition before, but the emperor rejected it, saying that there were still unfinished business. I wonder if Minister Jiang will have any clues after this period of time?
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It should be said that if the emperor wanted to reject the memorial submitted, it would not be without reason. At least there would be comments on it to indicate why he rejected it.
Although it's usually pretty simple...
The memorials sent to Dali Temple several times have only sent back one sentence of comments.
"The trial and sentencing can be carried out, but if there are still unfinished matters, the joint trial will continue."
It should be said that it was very honorable for the emperor to give such a reply.
After all, the emperor has to deal with so many government affairs every day, and it is impossible to reply to you with a long comment explaining the ins and outs of every memorial.
Of course, although the comments were simple, since Yu Shiyue had reached the level of the minister of Dali Temple, he could naturally see some tricks.
This sentence is divided into two parts. One is "The trial and sentencing are both acceptable." This means that the emperor recognized the trial and verdict of Dali Temple during this period.
In other words, people who have already been interrogated and have no problems can be let go.
The problem lies in the "unfinished business" behind.
Although Wang Zhen has been in power over the past few years and has had many contacts with him, there are only so many people in the court, so there are always a lot of them.
Dali Temple will not investigate people who only have official business dealings.
Those who had a close relationship, or those who had done things for Wang Zhen willingly or unwillingly due to various reasons, had basically been tried in court.
Therefore, Yu Siqing didn't understand what the emperor was talking about, so he planned to ask clearly in the morning.
But who would have thought that before he opened his mouth, he would be disturbed by the censors. In desperation, he could only come over to discuss with Jiang Yuan.
However, Jiang Yuan smiled bitterly and said.
"Master Si Qing, you also know that recently the Ministry of Punishment has begun to deal with various cases that have been backlogged in the past six months. The old minister has been pressing hard, and I am also very busy. I am afraid that this matter needs to be dealt with by Dali Temple.
Check it out."
"Don't worry, Mr. Shangshu has already given instructions. Wherever the Ministry of Punishment's cooperation is needed, I will do my best."
Looking at Jiang Shilang's sincere expression, Yu Shiyue had an indifferent expression.
This is not the first time!
Although it is said that it is a joint trial of three departments, in the end, it is the Dali Temple that is in charge, and the Procuratorate and the Ministry of Punishment are just assisting from the side.
Previously, there was no one in charge of the Ministry of Punishment, so he could still control Jiang Yuan by virtue of his official position.
But since Jin Lian, the Minister of the Ministry of Justice, returned to Beijing, Jiang Yuan seemed to have found a supporter and began to shift his focus back to the daily affairs of the Ministry of Justice.
As for the trial of this case, except when the criminal department needs to interrogate the prisoner, the Criminal Department will help. At other times, it is basically the same as the Metropolitan Procuratorate and hands off.
With a calm expression, Yu Shiyue spoke.
"Shilang Jiang, please don't forget that this case was handed over to the Third Division by His Majesty himself. At that time, it was a decree jointly carried out by you and me. Now that the case cannot be concluded, aren't you afraid of the discussion between the government and the public?"
Seeing Yu Shiyue's unkind expression, Jiang Yuan's face also turned cold.
After all, it was Dali Temple who was in charge of the trial. It was Dali Temple's credit that the trial was beautiful. The Criminal Department could only get some soup to drink. What reason did he have to rush around?
In the past, it was out of necessity, but now that the Ministry of Punishments has a minister sitting in charge, he naturally has reasons to deal with the temple minister.
What's more, it's because the emperor refused to close the case, and it's not because he didn't cooperate.
Even if there is a headache, it should be the headache of Dali Si, who is presiding over the trial. He has already stated that if he has any clues, the Criminal Department will fully cooperate. What else do you want?
Jiang Yuan suppressed the displeasure in his heart and spoke.
"Master Si Qing was joking. This case cannot be settled and everyone is anxious. However, what His Majesty said at that time was to have the three advising agencies review it."
"These days, you have been to the Ministry of Justice a lot, but I really don't have a clue. Alternatively, you can go to the Metropolitan Procuratorate and ask if you have any clues about Mr. Zong Xian?"
The words were so sinister that Yu Shiyue became angry.
This Jiang Yuan is clearly mocking him, and he knows how to pick on the weak. He only knows how to come to the Ministry of Punishment, but he has the ability to go to the Metropolitan Procuratorate to find Zuo Du Yushi?
Yu Shiyue couldn't sit still all of a sudden. He stood up from his chair and said coldly.
"So, Minister Jiang, are you going to blame this matter completely on Dali Temple?"
Jiang Yuan also stood up, lazily cupped his hands and said.
"What are you saying, Lord Temple Minister? The three divisions will review this case, and Dali Temple will be the main one."
"I have just said that as long as there is a need for the Ministry of Punishment's cooperation and the Lord Temple Minister opens his mouth, the Ministry of Punishment will do its best."
Anyway, Jiang Yuan killed the Punishment Department just to help. The really difficult things that needed to be done in front of the emperor were all left to Dali Temple.
Who is called Dali Temple and is the chief judge?
Yu Shiyue looked cold, turned around and walked away.
However, at this time, a surprised voice sounded at the door.
"Ah, it looks like it was an accident that the commander came here? Why are the two elders so at war with each other?"
This chapter has been completed!