"The detective officials under the Imperial City Department are domineering, unscrupulous, and unscrupulous in their actions. In order to achieve their goals, they do not hesitate to go beyond the limits. They even dare to offend the Kunming Palace..."
In the palace, Yantuo met alone, spat at Emperor Liu, and applied eye drops to Zhang Dejun. His tone seemed to be full of infinite grievances, and he babbled: "Young man was ordered to assist in the investigation, but Zhang Dejun's adopted son dared to contradict him face to face. Extremely rude, outrageous and outrageous..."
Emperor Liu's eyes were full of scrutiny, and he looked at Yantuo curiously. He had served him for more than ten years. The chief eunuch in the palace was also an old fox. He had broken the palace. How could he break through the defense so easily?
Obviously, such excited complaints were just a show for Emperor Liu. At least Emperor Liu didn't see too many fluctuations in Yan Tuo's eyes.
"Okay!" Emperor Liu just raised his hand and spoke. Yantuo immediately stopped speaking, lowered his eyebrows and regained his composure.
Looking at him, Emperor Liu said leisurely: "There are actually such indifferent officials in the Imperial City Division, and they dare to attack you, Senior Officer Yan? Well, we should teach you a lesson!"
Hearing what Emperor Liu said, Yantuo smiled a little awkwardly, and was about to explain, but saw Emperor Liu continue: "However, the Queen doesn't care about the matter of Kunming Palace, and there is no need for me to hold it. Put it aside. In addition, the Imperial City Department is not an ordinary government office after all. It has its own special characteristics. It is understandable that it is advisable to adapt to contingency when doing things. As long as things are done and results are achieved, there is no need to worry too much about the process!"
If such words came out of Emperor Liu's mouth, others would be shocked if they heard them. Emperor Liu has always given people a good image of rules and systems, and he especially hates and resents those who violate laws and disciplines and violate regulations. people.
When he arrived at the Imperial City Division, he had such an unusual attitude, which made Yan Tuo frown. However, he couldn't take back what he had started. He bent down and lowered his head. Emperor Liu couldn't see his expression at the same time. , continued to tell:
"The officials are considerate of their subordinates, and I admire them a little. However, I am worried that the subordinates are stupid and do not understand the superior's intentions. If the officials' tolerance is regarded as indulgence, then they will become more unscrupulous in the future, and their moral integrity will only become worse and worse. corrupt.
This time, by picking up the corruption in the inner court, the Imperial City Secretary showed off his fierce power, and everyone inside and outside the palace was afraid of it. Xiao Xiao was ordered to help, which is a deep understanding.
The Imperial City Secretary relies on favors to exercise power, and if there is no restraint to stop it, I am worried that if things continue like this, in the future, people in the palace will only fear the authority of the Imperial City Secretary, but not the majesty of the official family. In recent years, signs have gradually emerged that the officialdom You still need to be vigilant...
After a small investigation, it was found that there was a lot of corruption among the Imperial City officials, and there were even illegal gatherings. Those officials who were trusted by Zhang Dejun and relied on him relied on his authority and the little power they had in their hands to do things in the capital. To accumulate wealth and collect money, the young man found out that he had committed 13 crimes and committed 23 crimes, which could be reviewed by the officials.
I think that not only the palace needs to be investigated, but the Imperial City Department is also in urgent need of rectification, and I hope the officials can learn from it!"
After saying that, Yantuo regained his composure and waited for Emperor Liu's reaction, lowering his head as if to hide his anxiety.
Emperor Liu was also silent, as if in deep thought, but his eyes paused on Yan Tuo from time to time. This was probably the first time that Yan Tuo criticized Zhang Dejun so nakedly, and the contradiction between the two eunuchs also showed the most serious one. The sharp side.
The purpose of Yantuo is probably not that complicated. It is just to muddy the water and let the Imperial City Secretary and Zhang Dejun get some stains. From the side, it can also be seen that Yantuo was probably caught by Zhang Dejun. There is a handle. Only when it fell into someone else's hands could he make such outrageous remarks.
Emperor Liu thought secretly in his heart, and after pondering for a while, he became more interested in Zhang Dejun's report. He had seen a lot of fights between ministers, but the discord between the two most valued domestic slaves around him also caused a stir. His curiosity and interest were like sitting and watching two dogs bite each other in a fight for favor.
Now, Yan Tuo has begun to bite, and the bite is extremely deep, penetrating into the bone. I wonder how Zhang Dejun will bite back?
"I never thought that you would be so knowledgeable!" After a long silence, Emperor Liu finally spoke. He said this, but his attitude and emotion could not be heard.
"Young man is just thinking about the officials and boldly speaking out. I hope the officials will learn from it!" Yantuo was still talking.
"I understand, keep your investigation results, I will read them, then step back!" Emperor Liu ordered.
"Yes!" Yan Tuo didn't hesitate and responded.
Before exiting, Emperor Liu said again: "Announce Zhang Dejun's entry into the palace!"
Hearing this, Yan Tuo's body stiffened, then quickly relaxed and bowed: "Yes!"
Emperor Liu listened to Yantuo's words to some extent. The power of heart-breaking words is infinite. Regardless of whether Emperor Liu adopts it or not, it can play a certain role, even if it only leaves a heart in Emperor Liu's heart. Seeds of doubt.
Of course, Emperor Liu was not someone who was swayed by a mere eunuch. He only listened to half of what he said about being vigilant about the Imperial City Division and discarded the other half. At least in Emperor Liu's view, no matter how domineering and arrogant the Imperial City Division was, no matter how domineering or arrogant the Imperial City Division was, His arrogance is overwhelming, but his nature as a hawk and dog cannot be concealed. No matter how powerful his authority is, the source is still in him as the master. As long as the effect is greater than the harm, it can still be tolerated.
Of course, Emperor Liu was more concerned about the hidden dangers of slaves bullying their masters, and Yantuo may have focused on this. Yantuo had always served Emperor Liu, and when it came to his understanding of Emperor Liu, I'm afraid there are few people in the world who can compare with him.
In the process of serving in the past, he had already noticed that Emperor Liu did not have unreserved trust in Zhang Dejun, nor did he have unlimited indulgence in the Imperial City Division. This was his biggest basis for admonition.
For Emperor Liu, it was another consideration. Zhang Dejun was his easy-to-use bastard. All he had to do was to train him. When it was time to reward the bones, he would reward the bones. When it was time to hit the board, he would hit the board. ....
Soon, Zhang Dejun, who had been waiting for a long time, tidied up his appearance and entered the room calmly, without a trace of embarrassment or uneasiness. He respectfully made a summary report of the investigation during this period, as if he was coming out of a rock.
First, I apologized to Emperor Liu for the Kunming Palace issue and received forgiveness. After confirming that the matter was revealed, I started to summarize the investigation results and report them.
Different from Yantuo, Zhang Dejun seems to have more "general style", and he only elaborates on the newly unearthed crimes in a pertinent and honest manner.
He did not directly criticize Yantuo, but when he mentioned the various people who committed crimes and exceeded the law, he mentioned the relationship between Yantuo and some of them in a way that did not reveal any trace, or it was a hint. , vaguely reminding Yantuo of his questionable dealings with those people, including some anomalies among those who have committed suicide...
In short, compared to Yan Tuo's straightforwardness, Zhang Dejun was not too sharp, but his murderous intention was ready to move in his casual writing. Emperor Liu knew this clearly and saw it clearly, so he Just like in front of Yantuo, there was no obvious expression.
When Zhang Dejun finished his report and waited for the holy teachings, Emperor Liu thought for a while and said to Zhang Dejun with a smile: "You have also worked hard during this period and investigated very carefully. I am also satisfied with the results!"
"It's just a small thing, I just want to live up to your kindness!" Zhang Dejun said with a humble face: "Just from what I have seen, although I have found some silverfish, there are more worthwhile things hidden behind it. Those who are digging and investigating should continue to work hard, continue to dig deeply and investigate thoroughly, and catch those thieves who deceive the emperor and bend the law to prevent any fish from slipping through the net!"
After hearing what he said, Emperor Liu smiled, and then said simply and firmly: "This matter ends here!"
"Officials!" Zhang Dejun finally showed a look of surprise. He was in a good mood and wanted to continue "making meritorious deeds". He subconsciously wanted to dissuade him, but Emperor Liu stopped him with a look.
"I said, this matter ends here!" Emperor Liu said almost word by word, staring directly at Zhang Dejun.
"Yes! I understand!" Seeing this, Zhang Dejun didn't dare to talk nonsense anymore, but he secretly felt it was a pity.
Looking at him, Emperor Liu continued to give instructions: "Don't let the Imperial City Department get too involved in the next matter. The criminals and files found this time will all be handed over to the Ministry of Internal Affairs, and they will be punished according to the regulations! "
After hearing this order, Zhang Dejun frowned slightly, feeling as if he had been plucked from a peach. The key is that the person in charge of the Ministry of Internal Affairs is Yantuo. How can this not make Zhang Dejun a little more worried?
However, how could he dare to refute the emperor's order?
Emperor Liu continued: "It's time to tidy up the interior of the Imperial City Department. It's up to you to handle the affairs within the department! In addition, if you have done a good job this time, you will be rewarded later!"
"Thank you, Your Majesty!" Seeing Emperor Liu's attitude, Zhang Dejun suddenly smiled and felt relaxed.
Emperor Liu felt at ease again and tasted the sweetness.