There were quite a lot of people attending the court meeting today, nearly two hundred people. Many ministers had not been summoned by Emperor Zhao Zhi. After receiving the news, they were of sufficient rank and came to attend the court meeting voluntarily.

Many people pulled Li Xun and asked them questions. Li Xun was just making excuses and making excuses with them. He wanted to get information from me, but there was no way.

"Your Majesty has arrived."

With the arrival of Zhao Zhi, the officials who had gathered together in twos and threes immediately separated and took their places.

"Long live my emperor! Long live!"

Everyone bowed and shouted in unison.

Zhao Zhi waved his hand: "My dear friends, I am exempt from any courtesy."

"Thank you, Your Majesty."

After everyone bowed, Liu Chongji, the chief censor, immediately stood up and shouted: "Your Majesty, I have something to report."

The chief official of Yushitai is Yushi Dafu, but since the restructuring of Wuzong, many of the chief officials have become in name only. Although they still exist, they have no actual power. For example, in Yushitai, Yushi Dafu is only the nominal chief official, in charge of

The person who handles daily affairs is Yu Shi Zhongcheng.

"Cheng come up."

Zhao Zhi's face was dark. As the emperor of the Jin Dynasty, it was difficult to tell other places, but as far as Fengjing was concerned, what could be hidden from him? Regarding the matter of Baihuayuan, early this morning, the people from the Ministry of Internal Affairs were

Passed a detailed piece of information to Zhao Zhi.

After a cursory glance at Liu Chongji's memorial, Zhao Zhi remained silent, but his heart was filled with annoyance. The Tubo war was approaching, and the matter of reducing the number of soldiers in the Forbidden Army was being discussed intensely, but could not be resolved for a long time. Jiangnan taxes were getting less and less year by year, and the imperial court

The financial expenditures are already somewhat beyond the means, and there are too many problems plaguing Zhao Zhi. Now the Baihuayuan Incident has broken out, and a political battle is about to break out.

"Your Majesty, Baihuayuan harbors filth and evil. It has set up a private execution hall, robbed good women, forced them into prostitution, and even found a corpse pit with more than 300 corpses. It is simply shocking."

Liu Chongji was impassioned and experienced the crimes of hundreds of gardens.

You Mingyuan, the left minister of the Ministry of Personnel, also stood up and shouted urgently: "It has been five years since Baihuayuan was established, but the government is not aware of it. There must be powerful forces behind it to protect it. I suggest that Dali Temple

, the Ministry of Punishment and the Yushitai formed three divisions to try the case."

"Your Majesty, this matter has spread throughout the city and public opinion is in an uproar. If we do not deal with it decisively, we may lose the support of the people. Please think twice."

Wang Renzhi, the Minister of Punishment, stood up from his chair, cupped his hands and said.

Both Liu Chongji and You Mingyuan have high official positions, but their remarks only represent themselves. However, Wang Renzi, one of the Prime Ministers of the Political Affairs Hall, is different. His remarks represent a faction.

Sure enough, after Wang Renzhi opened his mouth to express his attitude, many ministers immediately stood up and made comments.

"What the Prime Minister Wang said makes sense, and I agree with you."

"I second the proposal."

"I also second the proposal."

"Your Majesty, there are hundreds of people arrested, including many court officials. If you make a hasty decision before the matter is investigated clearly, I am afraid it will chill the hearts of many courtiers."

Yue Jiming had to stand up and speak at this time, not only for his son, but also for himself. With Wang Renzhi speaking out, this political struggle was obviously unavoidable. In this case, he could only stand up and fight to minimize the damage.

"Your Majesty, what happened just last night and how long ago it was, how can we jump to conclusions? It's not too late to make any comments until the investigation is clear."

Qiu Yan, the left minister of the Ministry of Justice, came out to speak for Yue Jiming. He didn't want to stand up, but he had no choice. His family had a very close relationship with Yue Jiming's family, and they were politically allies. If Yue Jiming fell, he would definitely do the same.

Not immune.

Wang Renzhi glanced at Qiu Yan, a cold look flashed in his eyes, and then he drooped his eyes and closed his eyes to rest. Yang Daosi and Liu Jie had not spoken yet. If his words and deeds were too intense at this time and he expressed the wrong attitude, the consequences might be

It will be very serious.

Since Hong Zhi, the Minister of Rites, became official years ago, there are currently only six prime ministers in politics, namely, the Minister of Personnel, the right minister Yang Daosi, the minister of the Ministry of War, the left minister Liu Jie, the minister of punishment Wang Renzhi, the minister of industry Yue Jiming, and the minister of household affairs He Zhongkai.

, Zheng Renjie, the right minister of the Ministry of Personnel, among whom Liu Jie, Wang Renzhi, and Hong Zhi are in one party, Yang Daosi, He Zhongkai, and Yue Jiming are in one party. Zheng Renjie is relatively neutral, slightly leaning towards Yang Daosi. He was originally at a disadvantage, but now he is following

As Hong Zhi became an official, his power in the political hall became increasingly weak. Now that the Baihuayuan incident broke out, it was a great opportunity. How could he miss it? Wang Renzhi was the first to jump out and attack him.

If you are able to enter the Political Hall and reach the level of Prime Minister, you can no longer say who is dependent on whom. It may be more appropriate to use the term political alliance. It just means who is in charge of this political alliance. For example, Wang Renzhi or Yue Jiming, they

It also has its own political power, with many ministers attached to it.

Liu Jie raised his eyelids slightly and glanced at Yang Daosi. The latter closed his eyes and rested his mind. Even if the noise in the court was fierce, he would always have that calm and unfazed expression.

Liu Jie continued to close his eyes and rest his mind. He was getting older, and the court meeting would last for a long time. His energy could no longer keep up, but his crossed hands were held with slight force. The relationship between him and Yang Daosi

The contradiction has become more and more obvious. In the past, the two sides could compromise with each other, but now it is becoming more and more difficult, especially when Hong Zhi becomes official. When it comes to the selection of the new Minister of Rites, Hong Zhi is Liu Jie's man, and Liu Jie should be chosen.

He went to propose new candidates, but Yang Daosi refused to give in. The two sides were in a stalemate for a long time, and there were signs of incompatibility.

"The witnesses and physical evidence are conclusive, so why should we hesitate? Wouldn't it be much simpler to determine the nature of the case and then try the case in this direction?"

An Jian, the right minister of the Ministry of Industry, stood up. On Yang Daosi's side, someone finally stood up and spoke.

Qiu Yan sneered and said, "Mr. An knew what happened just last night very quickly and clearly."

An Jian said disdainfully: "Although it only happened last night, it has already spread throughout Fengjing. If I know about it, why should I make a fuss?"

"I don't think so!"

Qiu Yan pretended to be surprised and said: "I forgot that Liu Zhongyuan's wife is your biological sister. Are you two colluding in private?"

An Jian's face changed slightly, she pointed at Qiu Yan and shouted angrily: "You are slandering others, there is no such thing as this."

"His Majesty!"

Liu Zhongyuan had no choice but to stand up, raised his hands and said loudly: "I stayed in Jingzhao Mansion last night and did not leave even one step. Please give me your Majesty's warning."

Zhao Zhi nodded: "I believe in Liu Aiqing's character."

Qiu Yan continued his attack: "Since he didn't leave Jingzhao Mansion, how did the incident in Baihuayuan spread throughout Fengjing City overnight?"

Qiu Yan said these words and looked at Zhao Zhi. The meaning of his words was already clear. The incident in Baihuayuan spread throughout Fengjing in such a short time. There must be someone behind the scenes who is adding fuel to the flames, intending to stir up the situation in the court and make things worse.
Chapter completed!