Xi Chan actually listed several transactions, some were purchased in the Nanzhao Prefecture War Zone in the past, and some were purchased in the current Zhuangwang Prefecture War Zone.
"Master Xi, my arsenal is in Hengfu City, which is one of the farthest cities from King Zhouzhou. Doesn't it cost nothing to transport things from there? The equipment department has customized different specifications, which is also one of the factors that affects the price...
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Ding Kui was not afraid to discuss product prices with Xi Chan because he had the pricing power and no one knew it better than him.
"Minister Xi, be careful! Our government has repeatedly considered the price of newly purchased equipment and does not believe that there is any malpractice for personal gain in these transactions. We made it very clear in our reply to the Ministry of Finance."
Shao Dianzhang launched an attack after Ding Kui finished his explanation. The commander-in-chief did not allow scandals to appear at the moment of victory.
Previously, the Ministry of Finance sent an official document to the General Office questioning the price of new equipment, but Shao Dianzhang dismissed it. Unexpectedly, Xi Chan was still reluctant to let go and would not let go of the matter.
It's not that Wang Deng is more shrewd than Shao Dianzhang. Jiang family retainers are in the same camp as Ding Kui. He pays attention to information related to Ding Kui, but Shao Dianzhang doesn't care too much and doesn't realize that Xi Chan is the opposite camp of Ding Kui.
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"It is entirely possible to recruit civilians for equipment transportation. If the specifications are changed to affect the price, it does not need to be changed. At least a comparative report must be provided to the Ministry of Finance..." Xi Chan argued hard within his scope of authority.
He didn't need to bring down Ding Kui at once. The people behind him just wanted to cause trouble for Ding Kui.
"Okay, let's coordinate this matter with the Ministry of Finance and the Ministry of Equipment. There is no need to take up the time of the court meeting." Shao Dianluan ended the topic.
In the two months since she became the princess of the auxiliary state, she has presided over many court meetings and has already found ways to deal with such situations.
"Things have to be clarified. I hope General Ding can make it clear to the Ministry of Finance."
Zibi came out to smooth things over, and the Government Affairs Council temporarily withdrew its troops.
Xi Zang's accusation against Ding Kui requires the cooperation of the General Office to substantiate it. The Ministry of Finance alone can only make noises and delay the payment of military expenses. The Government Administration Council can even help the knights.
After the Government Affairs Council and the Commander-in-Chief's Office reported their work, it was the Senate's turn. Ding Kui believed that the Senate led by Jiang Li was one of his own and would not cause trouble for him.
"Please ask the Secretary of the Senate, Count Yinxiang, to elaborate on the situation of the Senate." Naturally, the Great Elder Jiang Li would not say much.
"The Senate has finished awarding awards to the nobles who have made outstanding contributions in the first half of the year..." Yin Xiang went out to report. After talking for a while, the topic suddenly changed, "I think that General Ding is suspected of having liaison with the enemy."
What? The Knights also have supporters in the Senate?
Ding Kui glanced at Shaodian in surprise.
"Count Yinxiang, where do you start with these words? I have offended you before? You need to use such a despicable method to frame me!" He used a stern tone.
"I have not made any false accusations." Yin Xiang said very calmly, "Your battle report clearly states that the South Road rebels are responsible for the rear of the Giant Shark Legion, and they are from the Thousand Islands Alliance..."
Sure enough, the Knights did not miss the opportunity to attack Ding Kui.
"There are many people in your palace who know military affairs, and I also know something about it. In that case, hundreds of thousands of our troops formed a siege, and it was completely impossible for the giant shark army to escape so easily. General Ding, how dare you
Didn’t you say this was intentional?”
Yinxiang was awarded the title of earl for his military exploits. He was an expert in military affairs and could speak the right words.
Ding Kui held his head high and said to Young Dianfeng on the throne: "That's right! I deliberately let go of the giant shark army."
As soon as this statement came out, all the ministers were in an uproar, but the officials of the commander-in-chief stood there calmly. Of course, those who were familiar with Ding Kui remained silent, knowing that he would give a reasonable explanation.
Shao Dian Luan turned around and glared at his younger brother before shaking the bell next to the rocking chair.
As soon as the bell rang, everyone shut their mouths.
"General, please finish what you are saying." Princess Fuguo strongly helped the prince-in-law eliminate the interference.
"As we all know, the Giant Shark Legion is an army of the Thousand Islands Alliance. It came with the Southern Route rebels to invade the country. It was nothing more than reaching some kind of agreement with the rebel king.
I remember that last year I had a conflict with our own army because they invaded with the rebels and secretly reached an agreement with the rebel king.
Later, I contacted officials from my own country and even went to Shouyang City, and finally collapsed the conspiracy to rebel against the king. The princess of Fuguo can testify to this.
Since the agreement between the rebel king and our own country can be disintegrated, then the agreement between the Thousand Island Alliance and the rebel king can also be disintegrated. Letting go of the giant shark army is the first step.
If I annihilate the Giant Shark Legion in Yigang, will the people in power in the Thousand Islands Alliance negotiate with me for peace? Does Count Yinxiang not understand such a simple truth?"
When Ding Kui looked at Shaodian while speaking, there was no Yin Xiang in his eyes at all.
"Cough, cough."
Gongsunda came out and saluted the king first, and then said to Ding Kui: "Any invasion of the enemy's country will be severely attacked by our army. As for peace talks, that is not the responsibility of the general to counter the rebellion. It should be borne by the Senate or the imperial clan.
Your private decision is suspected of overstepping your bounds."
The first heavyweight came forward.
Xi Chan and Yin Xiang can only be regarded as small figures, while Gongsunda can be regarded as a boss slightly inferior to Jiang Li, and has more seniority than Jiang Li.
"General Ding has reported this matter to my commander. Due to the urgent military situation, I have authorized him to act expediently." Shao Dianzhang once again came forward to support Ding Kui.
Ding Kui did have a report.
Letting go of an enemy legion was such a big deal that he didn't dare to make the decision alone. After learning that the giant shark legion was responsible for breaking it off, he contacted the capital as soon as possible. Both Shao Dianzhang and Shao Dianluan knew about it.
"The commander-in-chief doesn't seem to have the power either." Gongsun Dalian Shao Dianzhang also questioned.
"I am aware of this matter and agree to let the Giant Shark Legion go for the time being."
"Your Highness, why didn't you notify the relevant officials about such an important matter?"
The Senate checks and balances the royal power. As an elder, Gongsunda is qualified to confront Shaodian Luan.
"It's understandable to protect your loved ones, but you can't break the laws of the kingdom. I hope that your highness the princess will learn from my king's lessons and not make the same mistakes again."
Shaodianshi's hypocritical persuasion was actually putting pressure on Shaodianluan, implying that he had the power to supervise.
"The military situation is urgent and there is no room for hesitation. The princess of the country and the commander-in-chief have simplified the procedures just to safeguard the interests of the kingdom. Is there any law in our country that does not allow this?" How could Ding Kui allow others to question Shaodian Luan.
He knew how to memorize the laws of the Shaodian Kingdom since he was a child, because there were really no recreational activities at that time, so he did not hesitate to spend time memorizing the laws in order to survive better.
When Shaodian looked at Bao Tu, Bao Tu shook his head.
"Then there should be a report afterwards." Gongsunda knew the legal provisions very well, so he had to find another excuse.
"Just to pay attention to this report, I planned to come back to consult the classics and write it myself in regular writing. However, I went to the court meeting just after I came back and didn't have time to finish it. Hey, I haven't heard of anyone being punished for delaying writing a report.
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At this time, Ding Kui was pretending to be confused. What formal writing would he not know?