Shangguan Boshan quickly rushed back to the secret meeting room at home.
As soon as he entered, Shangguan Jinming looked at him and asked, "What did Cui Tianzhi say?"
"Ancestor, Cui Tianzhi came to apologize sincerely."
Shangguan Boshan said with a smile on his face.
"Seriously?" Several clan elders couldn't believe it and asked.
"Really, I can see it clearly. Cui Tianzhi now looks terrified, as if he has done something wrong. It seems that this matter is definitely not the Holy One's instruction."
Shangguan Boshan explained hurriedly.
When the clan elders heard this, they immediately felt relieved.
"Hahaha, that's good, that's good."
"Yes, as long as it is not authorized by the Holy Spirit, then the initiative is on our side."
"What a false alarm. I don't know what kind of madness Cui Tianzhi committed. He even dared to kill members of our Shangguan family."
"..."
The situation changed, and all the clan elders smiled.
Now there is no need to rush to transfer the young members of the clan, and there is no need to worry about anything happening to the family.
On the first seat, Shangguan Jinming was also completely relieved.
As long as the emperor is not behind this matter, everything will be easy to handle.
What's more, maybe you can take advantage of the opportunity to gain some more benefits.
Shangguan Jinming glanced at the elders of the clan, and then said: "We should seize the time to discuss how to go to the Holy Lord to complain."
As soon as he finished speaking, the elders of the clan immediately started talking about it.
"Although the final analysis of this matter is that our Shangguan family was at fault first, Cui Tiantian and Xia Houjun killed both of us. This matter cannot be washed away no matter what."
"Yes, we will use this point to make a fuss and insist that the government kills meritorious officials indiscriminately."
"Yes, Bo Ming and Bo Shi have both made military exploits. Even if the government wants to deal with them, it will not be dealt with like this. There is no reason for the Holy Emperor to be partial this time."
"We have to ask the Holy Father to use some money from the treasury to compensate us."
"Then Cui Tianzhi must also receive the punishment he deserves, otherwise other big families will think that our Shangguan family is incompetent."
"Cui Tianzhi may not be killed, but Xia Houjun must die."
"..."
The clan elders spoke to each other and soon came to a preliminary conclusion.
Later, Shangguan Jinming made some guiding remarks, and the elders of the clans continued to discuss.
Finally, after repeated discussions, we finally came up with a relatively appropriate plan.
Shangguan Jinming announced: "Boshan and I will go into the palace to meet with the Holy Majesty. You guys will wait at home."
After saying that, Shangguan Jinming took Shangguan Boshan out of the secret meeting room and flew into the sky towards the palace of Dajin City.
This matter required his ancestor, who had made great military exploits for the Kingdom of Jin, to come forward. This made it even more obvious that the Shangguan family had suffered a big loss this time.
Because from an outsider's perspective, the government oppressed the hero's family and killed the hero's children in the street, forcing the old hero to go to the emperor in person to seek justice.
Regardless of whether others believe it or not, at least it has occupied a high point in public opinion, and many things will become easier to operate by then.
When Shangguan Jinming took Shangguan Boshan all the way to the palace, things about Shangguan's family and the government had already spread throughout Dajin City.
This big news immediately caused a stir.
At this moment, the entire Dajin City, from the dignitaries to the common people, are discussing this matter.
Everyone wants to know how this matter will develop next.
Also, when Cui Tianzhi killed Shangguan’s family members in the street, was it his own intention or the emperor’s authorization?
For a time, many people came out of their homes, either to the streets or into teahouses and restaurants, and gathered together to talk about the matter.
Inside a teahouse.
"The latest news, the latest news, the ancestor of the Shangguan family has taken the current head of the family to file a petition."
"Really or not? Isn't this what the emperor meant?"
"It doesn't seem to be the case now, because Mr. Fu Yin just went to Shangguan's house to apologize."
"What? Mr. Fu Yin came to plead guilty in person? Since Mr. Fu Yin went to plead guilty, why did he kill Shangguan Boming in the street before?"
"Who knows this? Only Mr. Fu Yin knows it. How can ordinary people like us understand it?"
"There is definitely something wrong with this matter. It is impossible for Mr. Fu Yin to kill the Shangguan family in the street without anyone's support. I bet that Mr. Fu Yin definitely has someone to rely on."
"I still rely on it. I was at the scene at the time and could see clearly that Mr. Fu Yin definitely lost his mind at that time, and so did Mr. Xiahou. Anyway, they were not normal at that time."
"You are just kidding me. How can someone as big as Mr. Fuyin do things without seriousness? Tell me, what are the benefits of offending the Shangguan family?"
"Didn't I say that Mr. Fu Yin had a problem at that time?"
"..."
Everyone in the teahouse expressed their opinions. Everyone had their own unique opinions, and no one could convince anyone.
There is no way, after all, this thing is weird from beginning to end.
"Tell me, after the ancestor of the Shangguan family filed a complaint against the emperor, how will the Holy Emperor handle this matter?"
"I must deal with Lord Fu Yin and Lord Xiahou. Do you need to say that? No matter who is at fault first, you can't kill people in the street no matter what, especially since the two people who died had military exploits."
"This is your opinion. I don't think so. Let me say that from beginning to end, this matter was the Holy One's way of dealing with the Shangguan family. After all, the Shangguan family has great merit and is not good for the unification of the country."
"You are talking nonsense. If the Holy One really wants to deal with the Shangguan family, wouldn't the ancestor of the Shangguan family know about it? Is the ancestor of the Shangguan family not as smart as you?"
"That is, the ancestor of the Shangguan family knew that the Holy Emperor was going to take action against their family, yet he foolishly went to file a complaint. He really didn't want to die quickly enough."
"That's true. Maybe the ancestor of the Shangguan family committed a crime in Hutu? Or he had to go even though he knew he was going to die."
"Yes, you have to go even if you don't go at this time. If you don't go, you may die faster. If you go, you may still have room for change."
"Stop talking so much, let's just watch the show honestly. This is a great show that is rare to see in a hundred years."
"Yes, who would have thought that an official as big as Mr. Fu Yin would actually beat people to death in the street."
"Master Fu Yin really wants to kill someone. There are countless ways. There is no need to choose the stupidest way."
"Anyway, the next show is very exciting. I want to see if what happens next can surprise everyone again."
"..."
Everyone kept talking, but they couldn't remember anything in their hearts.
I can't wait for someone to come and convey the latest progress of the matter right away.
It's a pity that the communication in this world is not developed and the transmission of information is very slow, so everyone can only wait patiently.
…
Inside the palace.
When Shangguan Boshan and Shangguan Jinming rushed to the palace, Cui Tianzhi was also waiting here.
He was just waiting for Shangguan Jinming and wanted to talk to Shangguan Jinming in person and ask for Shangguan Jinming's forgiveness.
After all, Shangguan Jinming is the real head of the Shangguan family.
As long as he nods, things will be easy to handle.
"Ancestor Shangguan, Ancestor Shangguan!"
Cui Tianzhi hurriedly came to Shangguan Jinming and Shangguan Boshan and stopped them.
Shangguan Jinming originally wanted to ignore him and planned to go directly to the emperor.
But then I thought about it, it was necessary to have a few words with Cui Tianzhi and confirm his attitude again.
Thinking of this, Shangguan Jin Mingdan said calmly: "What does Cui Fuyin want from me?"
"Ancestor Shangguan, Xia Houjun, I, and others were suddenly possessed by evil spirits at that time, so we did some unwise things, but those were not our original intentions."
"Ancestor Shangguan, you can think about it carefully. What benefits can I, Cui Tianzhi, gain from killing members of your Shangguan family and killing the heroes of the Holy Emperor?"
Cui Tianzhi spoke in a hurried tone. After saying this, he clapped his hands and said: "There is no benefit at all. I will get nothing except destroying my future by doing this."
He just thought about it carefully, he couldn't just plead guilty, but also let the Shangguan family think clearly about the logic behind it.
Only in this way could Shangguan Jinming realize that he, Cui Tianzhi, had no motive for doing this at all.
There is a big problem here.
After Shangguan Jinming listened to Cui Tianzhi's words, he thought seriously.
When he heard the news, his first thought was how to save the Shangguan family.
Because he felt that the Holy One wanted to deal with their Shangguan family.
However, when he later learned that the Holy Emperor had no such intention, he thought about how to seek justice and gain some benefits along the way.
I never thought about Cui Tianzhi’s motives from beginning to end.
Now that Cui Tianzhi said this, he realized that something was indeed wrong.
As Cui Tianzhi said, why would he, a dignified official, have a deadly feud with the Shangguan family? Is there any benefit?
If there is no benefit, then why do it?
Therefore, maybe it is just like what Cui Tianzhi said, that he was possessed by evil spirits and went insane.
On the other side, Cui Tianzhi saw Shangguan Jinming deep in thought, and immediately saw hope.
Then he opened his mouth and added: "Ancestor Shangguan, I have already clarified the matter. In the beginning, four slaves of your Shangguan family beat their master. After killing two people one after another, our officers and soldiers went over to check the situation."
"Unexpectedly, when our officers and soldiers arrived at that place, they were suddenly possessed by evil spirits and could not distinguish between ourselves and the enemy."
"Xiahou Jun was like this in the past, and I was like this in the past."
"So there's something wrong with that place, and we're suffering from it too."
When it comes to this, Cui Tianzhi is really a mute who eats Coptis chinensis and cannot express his sufferings.
If he had the chance to do it again, he would never go to that place.
But what Cui Tianzhi didn't know was that it wasn't whether he wanted to go or not, but Lin Yu used his divine power to force him to go.
When Shangguan Jinming listened to Cui Tianzhi's words, the more he thought about it, the more he felt it made sense.
Yes, this thing is weird from beginning to end.
It really doesn't seem like Cui Tianzhi did it intentionally.
But what does this matter?
The question now is not whether Cui Tianzhi did it on purpose, but that someone in the Shangguan family died, and someone must pay the price.
Otherwise, wouldn’t it be a joke to other big families?
By then, let alone the major families, even the common people on the streets will no longer fear the Shangguan family as they did before.
Also, this matter has caused such a big fuss, and the government is not taking the matter seriously. It would be really stupid not to take the opportunity to seek some benefits from the emperor.
Therefore, although Shangguan Jinming knew what Cui Tianzhi said was reasonable, he didn't bother to pay attention to Cui Tianzhi at all.
You still have to sue if you want to get a royal warrant.
"Ancestor Shangguan, have you thought clearly?"
Cui Tianzhi asked anxiously.
At this time, I couldn't care less about my image. The most important thing was to let Shangguan Jinming express his attitude quickly.
As long as Shangguan Jinming is willing not to pursue this matter, or is willing to deal with it in a low-key manner, then everything will be easy to talk about.
But if he is unwilling, then his position as official will definitely be ruined.
And not only will you have to lose your hat, but you will definitely be punished.
"Cui Fuyin, this matter still has to be decided by the Holy Spirit."
Shangguan Jinming said in an indifferent tone.
As the ancestor of the Shangguan family, he represents the interests of the Shangguan family. How could he give in because of Cui Tianzhi's words?
"Ancestor Shangguan, Ancestor Shangguan, if you have any requests, feel free to ask, everything is easy to discuss, everything is easy to discuss!"
Cui Tianzhi was really anxious.
At this time, he is willing to hand over all his wealth.
After all, as long as the Shangguan family doesn't pursue the case and this official can continue to work, everything will be fine.
Shangguan Jinming shook his head slightly and said: "Cui Fuyin doesn't need to say more, everything is decided by the Holy One."
With that said, he took Shangguan Boshan with him, bypassing Cui Tianzhi and walked into the palace.
Cui Tianzhi had no choice but to follow the two of them closely.
At this time, running away is the stupidest choice. If you take the initiative to follow the two victims to meet the Holy Master, behave better, maybe you will have a chance to be given a lighter sentence.
And if he shrinks back and doesn't come out and lets the Holy One order someone to capture him, then there really is no room left.
Cui Tianzhi followed Shangguan Jinming and Shangguan Boshan, his brain working rapidly, thinking of ways to reduce his charges.
In this way, the three of them arrived at the emperor's study room one after the other.
After entering the imperial study, Shangguan Jinming immediately pulled Shangguan Boshan to salute the emperor.
Cui Tianzhi was also busy kneeling down in front of the emperor.
"Three beloved ladies live in peace."
Emperor Jin Hao Mingdan said calmly.
The three of them got up one after another.
Jin Haoming asked: "Why did the three beloved ladies come here this time?"
As soon as the emperor finished speaking, Shangguan Jinming was about to speak, but Cui Tianzhi said first: "Your Majesty, I am guilty."
With that said, he knelt down again.
Jin Haoming glanced at him, and then said with great certainty: "You are my humerus minister, what crime do you have?"
"Your Majesty, I am really guilty. I beat Shangguan Boming, a hero of the Shangguan family, to death in the street. His crime deserves death."
Cui Tianzhi said sincerely.
Shangguan Jinming looked annoyed for a while.
This Cui Tianzhi is retreating in order to advance, and wants to reduce the penalty by voluntarily confessing. He is really shameless.
But it's okay. This time Cui Tianzhi went too far. Even if he took the initiative to plead guilty, the emperor would not be biased towards him.
Therefore, Shangguan Jinming is not worried about Cui Tianzhi's performance.
But just when Shangguan Jin Ming was confident of winning, he heard Emperor Jin Hao say indifferently: "You are an official of the imperial court, and you have the power of life and death. Killing someone is nothing."
As soon as these words fell, not only Shangguan Jinming and Shangguan Boshan, but also Cui Tianzhi were stunned.