Chapter 110: On an equal footing (Third update! Thanks to the leader 'Cai Shuning')
Compared to the high-profile Zhang Fei, the two presiding judges Wang Anshi and Sima Guang are relatively low-key. They keep everything in their heads.
As usual, they arrived at the Imperial City early as usual, met by chance in front of the gate as usual, and started arguing with each other as usual...
"Okay! Okay!"
Sima Guang just nodded.
Wang Anshi asked curiously: "What's good?"
Sima Guang said: "Aren't you always laughing at me for losing to that kid last time? This time I want to see how capable you are. There are many helpers this time. If you can't beat that kid, don't You're laughing at me."
Wang Anshi stroked his beard and laughed, with a hint of contempt in his peripheral vision.
Sima Guang frowned and said, "Why are you laughing?"
Wang Anshi chuckled and said, "When have I ever laughed at you for losing at the hands of that kid? I was laughing at you for not admitting your defeat. This is not a real man. If what he says makes sense today, I will agree with you. This lawsuit will be a success." It is truth, not victory or defeat. If we can find justice, there is nothing wrong with me, Wang Anshi, admitting defeat."
Sima Guang's face turned red, but he nodded with a smile and said: "Okay, okay! I admit that I, Sima Guang, am petty and unwilling to admit defeat, but I, Wang Jiefu, may not be a man."
Wang Anshi said: "Whether it is true or not will be discussed by future generations."
"No!"
Sima Guang raised his hand and said, "There is no need to wait for future generations to comment. It won't take long before you will admit that you are more petty than me."
"Really?" Wang Anshi chuckled: "Then we will wait and see."
Sima Guang smiled and said nothing.
The two did not have any communication about the case.
In this lawsuit, Zhang Fei is not their enemy, but a treasure house. They all want to dig out the treasures they want from Zhang Fei.
On the contrary, the two of them have a competitive relationship, and naturally have nothing to communicate with each other. Anyway, they each rely on their own abilities.
The two of them came to Dali Temple while arguing with each other.
I saw a lot of people sitting inside, not only the jury officials, but also the people observing the trial.
Those observing the trial were all at the level of prime ministers.
In addition to Chen Shengzhi and Tang Jie, there are also Han Qi, Fu Bi and other old ministers who have been ranked among the three princes. They are really a star-studded group, but they are all very low-key, sitting in an inconspicuous corner.
After all, this is their first time, and they also want to know how to fight this kind of lawsuit?
After some salutes, Gemini sat in the chair of the presiding judge without hesitation.
Sima Guang said: "Comrades, the other party is just a small Erbi, but we are such a big battle. When others see it, they will complain about it. We must abide by the rules later and don't be criticized by others. joke."
The implication is to warn the officials observing the trial not to interrupt. Although you have a high status, you must not break the rules.
That kid's mouth is very powerful. If he grabs the painful spot, he will definitely beat it to death.
You should all have seen this.
I won't save you then, lest I myself be dragged into the water.
Everyone understood and nodded one after another.
Chen Shengzhi and others are all modest gentlemen. If Sima Guang didn't talk, they wouldn't talk too much.
Wang Anshi looked at the time and asked, "Is Zhang Fei here?"
Lu Gong said: "I guess we have to wait a while."
Wang Anshi asked: "How many of us are here to wait for him?"
Lu Gong wrote: "I just got the news that there were many citizens sending Zhang Fei off, so it was delayed for some time."
Wang Anshi sighed: "What the people want, this lawsuit is not easy to win!"
Qi Hui said: "Xueshi Wang, as the presiding judge, you should put fairness first. If you say this before the lawsuit has even started, I'm afraid it will cause dissatisfaction to others."
Wang Anshi hurriedly said: "Sorry! Sorry! I made a mistake, but please rest assured that I will treat you fairly."
Speaking of the latter part, he suddenly glanced at Sima Guang and raised his eyebrows.
What is this little old man doing? Sima Guang was stunned for a moment, and suddenly realized that this guy was hinting to him. Look, look, I am a man, and I will admit my mistakes. He immediately looked down upon him, you clearly Just get it cheap and still act well.
...
At this time, a young man and a middle-aged man quietly came to the side door.
It was Emperor Shenzong Zhao Xu and his friend Liu Zhao.
"Isn't Zhang San here yet?" Zhao Xu looked inside and saw that the judges were all here, but they were drinking tea and chatting there.
Liu Zhao then informed the emperor about the people sending Zhang Fei to him.
Zhao Xu sighed and asked: "The sage said that water can carry a boat, but it can also capsize it. Why is it that everyone knows that this is the will of the people, but it can never be changed?"
Liu Zhao remained silent.
Zhao Xu waited for a moment, looked at him, and said firmly: "No matter what, I must change this evil law."
This is what he can say. If Liu Zhao said anything, he would not be beaten to death.
To put it lightly, you go transport food and grass!
After a while, an official quickly walked into the hall and whispered a few words to Wang Anshi and Sima Guang.
The two looked at each other in surprise.
Wang Anshi shook his head.
Sima Guang glared at him and coughed lightly, "Zhang San has arrived, but he also brought an assistant, uh..."
Lu Gong said: "This is not a small lawsuit. There are many of us, so there is no problem in letting him bring an assistant."
The other officials also nodded.
Sima Guang said: "This assistant is the daughter of Xu Temple, Xu Zhiqian."
"woman?"
"...!"
All the officials looked at each other.
Liu Shu said to Xu Zundao: "Xu Si Shi, your tutor is really eye-catching!"
Xu Zun said without being humble or arrogant: "I'm so sorry! I really can't do anything to stop my little girl from pursuing justice."
Wang Anshi couldn't wait any longer and said carelessly: "Everyone from Erbi can come, so why can't women come?"
As soon as this statement came out, it was surprisingly recognized all the time.
This immediately reduced Zhang Fei's status to the same level as a woman.
Qi Hui teased: "As long as Xu has no objections to the temple affairs, we have no objections either."
Xu Zunzhen replied seriously: "I have no objection."
Wang Anshi said: "Then let's start quickly! Pass Zhang San."
I saw a guard carrying Zhang Fei into the hall, followed by Xu Zhiqian, and two guards behind him carrying a large box.
What are they here for?
Moving?
Wang Anshi said nervously: "Zhang San, what's wrong with you?"
Zhang Fei said sarcastically: "Back to Academician Wang, the citizens were so enthusiastic just now that they were so crowded that the common people couldn't walk. I didn't pay attention and sprained my feet."
Xu Zhiqian bit her lower lip, her face expressionless.
Mr. Lu was so stupid that he failed before he even succeeded in starting the battle.
Everyone looked at each other.
Wang Anshi glanced at Sima Guang. Sima Guang didn't move his lips and murmured in a low voice: "Last time, someone already said that I favored that kid. It's your turn this time."
Wang Anshi waved his hand and said: "Bring him a chair."
"Ouch! How dare you sit on a chair? A bench will do." Zhang Fei said quickly.
Wang Anshi glanced at Xu Zhiqian next to him and smiled to himself, "You are so passionate!" He nodded at the guard.
Zhang Fei suddenly turned around and looked at the big box, "Master Wang, Xiaomin has prepared a lot of copywriting here, this...!"
Liu Shu and other officials had already realized what sprained their feet, this guy just wants to be on an equal footing with us.
They all looked at Wang Anshi unhappily.
Your protection is a little too much.
Wang Anshi Quan pretended not to see it and muttered: "If that kid wants to drink tea later, it will be your turn."
Sima Guang said: "Aren't you a man? It's up to you to do such benevolent things."
Wang Anshi said: "But what the court emphasizes is fairness and justice. Only one of us can be fair."
Sima Guang said helplessly: "Okay! Okay! It's really tiring to work with you."
“Each other!”
While muttering, the guards over there had already moved the long tables and benches into the hall.
"oops!"
When he sat down, Zhang Fei groaned, then looked at Xu Zhiqian and said, "Ms. Xu, sit down. It's inconvenient for me to get up. I have to rely on you for many things."
Although Xu Zhiqian was very sassy, she was a little shy on this occasion and even glanced at everyone.
All officials looked away.
Shame on you!
Only Xu Zun nodded, still despising those people in his heart, you guys are really petty.
Xu Zhiqian then sat down and muttered: "I really asked you to ask for a seat."
"What are you asking for? I'm teaching them etiquette." Zhang Fei added, "I have to ask for a cup of tea later."
Xu Zhiqian didn't laugh or cry, so she just started working and took out the copywriting from the box one by one.
After seeing this, the officials suddenly panicked.
They thought they were well prepared, but when they saw that the other party had prepared so many copies, they suddenly felt that they had not worked hard enough!
Still underestimating the enemy!
No, it’s because this guy doesn’t follow martial ethics, and his routine is different every time!
Sima Guang said: "Can we start?"
"Wait a minute!"
Zhang Feicheng said fearfully: "I haven't saluted the presiding judges yet."
Sima Guang hurriedly said: "You have an injury on your foot, so let it go!"
After saying that, he immediately said to Wang Anshi: "It will be your turn next time."
Wang Anshi immediately glared at Sima Guang, as if saying, I have never seen anyone as shameless as you.
How did the officials below know that the two presiding judges supported Zhang Fei.
Zhao Xu outside the side door smiled and said: "I bet he definitely doesn't have a sprained foot."
Liu Zhao smiled and said nothing.
The eunuch beside him said: "Your Majesty, would you like me to help your Majesty bring a chair?"
Zhao Xu thought for a while and realized that it would be a protracted battle for Zhang Fei to sit on a chair, so he nodded and said, "Bring one to Liu Sheren as well."
Liu Zhao hurriedly said: "How dare I sit with your Majesty?"
Zhao Xu waved his hand and said, "In this case, you don't have to worry so much."
With this splint, all manners are gone.
Wang Anshi said: "You are old rivals. I will give you a chance for revenge."
Sima Guang snorted, and then asked Zhang Fei: "Zhang San."
"Xiaomin is here!"
"Are you using the laws of your ancestors this time to sue the imperial court for violating the service law?"
"Yes."
Zhang Fei nodded.
Sima Guang said: "Of course we must abide by the laws of our ancestors. If this law goes against the laws of our ancestors, it is naturally wrong. But the laws of our ancestors are not regulations after all, and what is written on your petition is the edict of Emperor Taizong.
As mentioned above, in your opinion, do the edicts of Taizu and Taizu belong to the laws of our ancestors?"