When Zhao Kuangyin left Xiyuan and returned to the city, dusk was already deep. Emperor Liu pretended to invite him to stay in the palace, but he declined. On normal days, Zhao Kuangyin might still be interested. After all, there was no chance of getting close to the emperor.
Not much, but now, I have many things on my mind and can't rest at peace.
On the way back home, while riding in the car, Zhao Kuangyin's expression was very serious, even a bit solemn. After a conversation with Emperor Liu, he vaguely discovered that the "Han Chang case" seemed to have burned him.
Trend, I seem to be a little too positive...
"Dad!" In front of the Rongguo Duke's mansion, Zhao Dezhao personally greeted Zhao Kuangyin with a serious expression and said: "Uncles Li, Dang, Liu, and Wang are coming over to pay their respects!"
"Why are they here!" Zhao Kuangyin frowned even more tightly and asked, "How long have they been here?"
Sensing that Zhao Kuangyin's expression was not right, Zhao Dezhao said: "It will take less than half an hour to serve tea in the front hall!"
"Let's go!" Zhao Kuangyin took a deep breath, waved his hand, and quickened his pace.
The Li Party and Liu Wang mentioned by Zhao Dezhao refer to Li Jixun, Dang Jin, Liu Shouzhong and Wang Zhengzhong. Among them, Li Jixun is the oldest and has the most seniority. Dang Jin is an old comrade of Zhao Kuangyin and has a deep friendship with Liu and Wang.
The two of them were his subordinates in their early years. They went through life and death and were often promoted by him. Now they also serve in the Forbidden Army.
When they entered the hall, the four of them were enjoying tea and drinking. Seeing the four of them, Zhao Kuangyin burst into a smile and looked open-minded. He cupped his hands and said, "Brothers, why are you here? I've been waiting for you for a long time. Please forgive me!"
Zhao Kuangyin was the "boss", and the four of them did not dare to be informal, so they paid their respects together. Then, Li Jixun said: "Rong Gong, the third son of the Han family has been sentenced to death. I think you already know about this. How can you just sit back and watch Han Deshun?"
After the only remaining heir is exterminated?"
After hearing what he said, Zhao Kuangyin asked: "Han Qingxiong violated the national law and was punished according to the law. Why should he be relegated? Why should it be easier? In my brother's opinion, what should I do?"
It is not necessarily true that people like Li Jixun have a good relationship with Han Lingkun. After all, they only communicate with each other through Zhao Kuangyin. Such behavior is probably just to show their attitude and support for Zhao Kuangyin.
On this night, Zhao Kuangyin did not deliberately hide his running around, and he did it fairly. The interesting part is also here. There is obviously a suspicion of perverting the law, but many people saw it and thought Zhao Kuangyin was kind.
Affectionate and righteous, straight and deep friendship...
When asked, Li Jixun responded: "Han Deshun died only a few months ago, so it is inappropriate to pass away. In any case, he was also a hero of the Han Dynasty. In the Nankou Battle, he also fought to the death against the enemy. He was seriously injured and almost died. Only then did he usher in
Opportunity to counterattack and defeat the Liao army..."
"Gong is merit, fault is fault. How can the merits of the father offset the faults of the son? Moreover, Han Deshun's merits are not rewarded by His Majesty and the court? Isn't the official treatment that Sanlang of the Han family had enjoyed before, not because of the shadow of his father?
"Zhao Kuangyin asked again and again.
Being asked this question, some people were speechless. Several people couldn't help but cast doubtful glances at Zhao Kuangyin. Han Qingxiong didn't look like he was trying to protect Han Qingxiong from drought.
Sensing their doubts, Zhao Kuangyin sighed and said, "Now that the penalty has been handed down, can the decision be overturned?"
Looking at a few people, Zhao Kuangyin asked: "Do you have any idea?"
Dang Jin said straightforwardly: "The verdict has been passed, but doesn't it still need to be reported to the Ministry of Punishment, Dali? We don't understand the law, but we also know that we can ask for forgiveness from His Majesty. We are willing to jointly submit a letter to Your Majesty, not asking for forgiveness, but only
There is no doubt about commutation of sentence, serving time, or exile, just keep your life!"
Hearing what he said, Zhao Kuangyin's face turned dark immediately. He glared at Dang Jin and scolded: "Fortunately, you haven't done this yet, otherwise, I'm afraid you will be the ones who will be reprimanded!"
Hearing this, Dang Jin was a little surprised and said blankly: "What do you mean by this?"
"Do you know where I came back from?" Looking around, Zhao Kuangyin didn't show off, and said directly: "I just came back from Xiyuan to meet with His Majesty, just for this reason!"
Li Jixun immediately said: "What's the result? Your Majesty must give Rong Gong some favors!"
There was no direct answer. Zhao Kuangyin thought for a moment, then raised his head to look at his "horse boys", which made them feel a little awkward. Finally, Zhao Kuangyin said in a deep voice: "I won't entertain you tonight. You all can go back to your homes."
You don’t have to interfere in this matter, and don’t make false claims!”
"And!" Without waiting for their reaction, Zhao Kuangyin continued to speak, with a particularly serious expression: "In the future, unless necessary, please do not gather people to visit like this again!"
"It's so objectionable!"
After hearing what he said, several people looked at each other and some said something, but seeing the power on Zhao Kuangyin's face, they did not dare to refute. After saluting him together, they all left.
In the study, the maid was changing candles, and Zhao Kuangyin was sitting cross-legged behind a table, thinking to himself. The atmosphere seemed very dull.
"Dad!" Zhao Dezhao entered and saluted softly.
"All sent away?" Zhao Kuangyin asked.
"Yes!" Zhao Dezhao responded: "Uncle Dang told me that you have done everything you should do. If things are really irreversible, there is no need to blame yourself!"
Hearing this, Zhao Kuangyin smiled: "I have always known that people who enter the party are rough and reckless on the outside, but they are shrewd on the inside!"
Seeing this, Zhao Dezhao hesitated for a while, but couldn't help but ask: "What happened when you went to see His Majesty? Did His Majesty refuse to show mercy?"
Looking at his son, his eyes full of curiosity, Zhao Kuangyin sighed and said: "Your Majesty invited me to drink and eat. The meat was roasted by Your Majesty himself. It tastes very good..."
Zhao Kuangyin didn't answer the question, paused, and then said: "In the end, I was given two choices on this matter!"
"Two choices?" Zhao Dezhao became even more confused and made a request for advice.
"Although His Majesty didn't say it explicitly, that's what he meant!" Zhao Kuangyin explained: "In spite of Han Deshun's contribution, Your Majesty is unwilling to see his heir extinct, but the fact that Han Qingxiong committed murder must not go unpunished, otherwise it will be difficult to convince the people!
Therefore, two solutions are given. One is that Han Qingxiong is sentenced for murder, abandons the market and commits suicide, without depriving the title of Marquis Wuning, and chooses a member of the Han family to adopt Han Deshun;
Secondly, His Majesty showed mercy outside the law and spared Han Qingxiong's life, but he had to be exiled to guard the border and all his titles were removed..."
Zhao Dezhao is considered a smart man. After listening to his words, he quickly reacted, but his expression also showed a bit of confusion. The difference between the two is obvious.
Option 1, the title is retained, and Han Lingkun's lineage is continued, but in terms of blood, it is no longer his direct descendant. It does not matter whether it is the title or the property. After all, it is easier for "outsiders". In this way, Emperor Liu is already extraordinarily kind.
Well, the succession of titles in the Han Dynasty, in addition to the hereditary inheritance of the founders, also has a major feature, which is that it is based on blood.
If there is no direct connection, the title will be taken back by the court. If a crime is committed, it will be reduced or deprived according to the seriousness of the case. For those who have a title, the heirs must be registered with the Ministry of Civil Affairs from pregnancy to birth, and there must be a certain period of time.
The inspection system is rigged, and if there is deception or fraud, it will be a felony as long as it is discovered or reported.
After the death of Zhou Zong, Marquis Haiyang of the old country, because he had no surviving sons, the clan he adopted only inherited the property and the title was taken back. However, for the sake of the Zhou family and their children, perhaps in the future
Emperor Liu will be merciful and reward you with another title.
This is where the value of the title of the Han Dynasty lies today. The stricter the management, the more difficult it is to grant the title. The superiority of status is gradually reflected as time goes by.
It is conceivable that in the future, when the nobles of the Han Dynasty choose their successors, in addition to considering concubines, they will also consider the third generation...
Option two is even simpler. Apart from one life, not much can be left behind. I will be reduced to a commoner and suffer punishment. I will probably have to pay a large sum of property to the Chang family, and I still need to support my mother and sister for the rest...
...
Zhao Dezhao thought for a long time and couldn't help but ask: "Dad, what do you think we should choose?"
Sighing, Zhao Kuangyin asked: "What choice do you think brother Han Lingjun will make?"
In response, Zhao Dezhao smiled bitterly. Marquis Wuning was a first-class marquis, and since the title was hereditary, there was no guarantee that Han Lingjun would not shift from protecting his nephew to considering interests.
If you adopt the family, you can be sure that you must choose from Han Lingjun's sons. After all, Han Lingkun's two biological brothers are the only one in Xijing. In that case, even if the inherited title is reduced to a third class because Han Qingxiong killed someone, then
The harvest is also guaranteed despite droughts and floods. Han Lingjun and his family without a title can make a lot of money...
Perhaps sensing the slight discomfort in Zhao Kuangyin's heart, Zhao Dezhao made a suggestion, which was to find some women in Han Qingxiong's house to mate with him before he served his sentence.
Although, there are still certain risks, such as whether you can get pregnant, or if you fail to give birth to a son. If so, the title will really not be preserved.
After all, Emperor Liu made an exception and showed mercy, and there was no chance of repeating it.
This was a difficult multiple-choice question. After thinking about it for a long time, Zhao Kuangyin ordered Zhao Dezhao: "Send someone with my name card to find Han Lingjun and have him go to Luoyang Mansion Prison!"
After saying that, Zhao Kuangyin also stood up, ordered someone to help him take off his official robe, put on his regular clothes, and got ready to go out. It was already a stressful day and night.