Qin Huaidao walked over slowly and calmly, with a calm face and indifferent eyes, as if nothing had happened before. This attracted the attention of all the civil and military officials. Those who were familiar with him nodded slightly as a greeting. Those who were unfamiliar with him simply ignored him and walked to Baidu.
The officer in the front row asked: "What do you want from me?"
There was no honorific title, no salute.
His calm and indifferent demeanor turned out to be arrogant, disrespectful and disrespectful in the eyes of everyone.
Etiquette is fundamental, especially in the eyes of disciples of saints.
In an instant, many people's faces became dissatisfied. A censor who was responsible for the etiquette of court proceedings came out and scolded him in a cold voice: "King Han, how dare you be so rude in front of a saint? Pay attention to your words, otherwise I will definitely impeach you."
A crime of respect.”
Qin Huaidao's eyes turned cold: "Your Majesty has never said anything. Why do you have so many things to do? If you have time to think more about strategies to benefit the country and the people, don't make any noise in the main hall and just stay there."
"you……"
The other party was suppressed by Qin Huaidao's momentum, and he didn't expect that Qin Huaidao suddenly became so strong. In the past, he was at most reckless, arguing with reason, and never acted tyrannically. He was a little at a loss for a while, but thinking of his responsibilities, he gritted his teeth and said:
"King of Han, I have the responsibility of supervising the etiquette of all officials..."
"Okay, there's a lot of nonsense. If you want to impeach, just impeach." Qin Huaidao interrupted. He didn't come here this time to start a war of words with others, and he didn't bother to engage in a war of words and lower the price.
The supervisory censor felt Qin Huaidao's neglect and was filled with hatred. Although he was worried about retaliation, he still bit the bullet and said: "Your Majesty, I received a document from the Chang'an County government saying that the King of Han condoned his subordinates to violently collect fines, even though the merchants had broken their trust before.
"If you violate the contract, you should pay compensation. However, the King of Han's men forcibly broke into the mansion and shops and stole goods and silver far exceeding the amount of the fine. This violates the laws of the imperial court. Please ask the Holy Emperor to investigate clearly."
The contract stipulated that the fine should be tripled as compensation, but Luo Wu led people to collect the debt and took away more than triple the amount.
Qin Huaidao knew about this, but he acquiesced. Since he had started a war, he certainly could not be lenient.
The supervisory censor glanced at Qin Huaidao and continued: "Your Majesty, I also heard that the Shandong aristocrats and the Jiangnan gentry went to participate in the investment conference held by the King of Han. Although it was a bit rude to go without invitation, Mr. Tang, the Minister of Household Affairs, was leading it.
I went to humbly seek advice, learn the ways of doing business, and go to prosper the trade of the Tang Dynasty. However, I was beaten and detained by the King of Han. The lives and deaths of everyone are unknown. The King of Han is the King of Han of the imperial court. Such behavior is detrimental to the reputation of the imperial court. I ask your Majesty to look into it."
Two impeachments in a row.
The whole place was in an uproar!
A minister of the household department came out and said loudly: "I would like to inform you, Lord Tang, that Mr. Tang was also beaten and injured. The people in the household department are panicked and filled with righteous indignation. They request that the murderer be punished severely. If there is no explanation, the lower officials are worried that everyone in the household department will be afraid.
Seeking self-protection, not having the intention to do anything, affecting the various operations of the court."
If the supervisory censor is impeachment, this minister of household affairs is a threat.
Li Er's face darkened and he stared at the Minister of Household Affairs thoughtfully.
But after the Minister of Household Affairs finished speaking, he bowed and stepped back, looking at his nose and his nose, as if he had said nothing just now.
At this time, another official said: "Your Majesty, I heard that the Shandong aristocrats and the Jiangnan gentry are planning to close all the shops in Chang'an and withdraw to their hometowns. They will no longer engage in selling goods. If there is no exchange of merchants between the two places, Chang'an may have no rice to eat.
Even sea salt cannot be transported into Chang'an."
After the Salt Law was reviewed, sea salt could be dispatched by the imperial court, but transportation still had to be done by private caravans, which were almost monopolized by Shandong aristocratic families and Jiangnan gentry.
These words were even more threatening.
All civil and military officials were in an uproar and started talking in low voices.
Fang Xuanling was in a dilemma. On one side was Qin Huaidao's interests, and on the other was the stability of Chang'an. It would be a bad idea to give up on both. She looked at Li Er with a troubled face.
Li Er was also in a dilemma. Haiyan was produced in the sea and was within the sphere of influence of the Shandong gentry and Jiangnan gentry. Although it was brought back to the imperial court, if the aristocrats of the two places secretly caused trouble, something would definitely happen. Even if the imperial court sent people to transport it, it would not work, and the cost would increase greatly.
What's more, the imperial court doesn't have that many transport carriages.
But if Qin Huaidao was severely punished, Li Er was a little afraid.
It is not difficult to kill Qin Huaidao, but what happens after the killing?
For all the military honors of the imperial court and the Duke, I am afraid that everyone will be in danger and resign to protect themselves. The millions of troops in the Tang Dynasty will probably rebel. What's more, there are 100,000 cavalry in Hanzhou. What can the imperial court do to stop it, and who is willing to lead troops to stop it?
The Holy Emperor was rich all over the world, but once his ministers deserted him, he became a lonely man.
After some weighing, Li Er was in a dilemma and couldn't help but look at Qin Huaidao.
Qin Huaidao was too lazy to pay attention to these matters and responded with indifference.
Fang Xuanling was worried about Qin Huaidao's stubborn temper, so he quickly whispered: "Xiannephew, please say a few words, at least clear up the relationship, and make it easier for the Holy One to do something easier."
"What does it have to do with me?" Qin Huaidao asked.
"This... after all, you are the one being impeached now."
"Right!"
Qin Huaidao looked at the supervisory censor and asked loudly: "Did you just impeach me and get an extra fine?"
"This...is indeed true. Can the King of Han veto it?"
The supervisory censor hesitated and asked, thinking of something, and quickly explained: "I have no intention of targeting the king of Han. I am just responsible for discussing the matter and upholding the court's laws. If merchants breach the contract, the king of Han can sue the county government according to the rules and freely punish according to Zhenguan law."
, the king of Han cannot punish himself privately."
"There is some truth in what I said. To maintain the majesty of Zhenguan Law and to act in accordance with the law, my intention is very good. I don't blame you." Qin Huaidao said and glanced at Wei Zheng not far away. The supervisory censor should be influenced by Wei Zheng.
The order jumped out, but Wei Zheng was very principled, and it was probably not directed at himself, but purely to safeguard the court's laws.
However, agreeing with this move does not mean accepting it.
Qin Huaidao continued: "I have four points to make. First, the merchants joined forces to maliciously withdraw the goods, which caused the department store to close down, causing heavy losses. The triple fine is reasonable, not to mention that there was a contract in advance; second, the merchants joined forces to open a business."
Department Store Pavilion's decoration, management, operation and other methods are completely copied from this king, so he should pay the tuition; thirdly, this king is the king of Han, not an ordinary person. The malicious withdrawal of goods by merchants will undoubtedly humiliate and humiliate this king, and he should be used as a staff according to the law.
Punishment, distribution, or punishment in lieu of punishment; fourthly, my people only took three times the fine, not more. If the merchant has no evidence, it is a false accusation. What crime should he be guilty of for falsely accusing me?"
After asking four questions in a row, everyone was a little confused, and the messy skills became more and more sharp.
The supervisory censor was also a little confused. Why did it sound like Qin Huaidao was still at a disadvantage?
But after a second thought, he retorted: "King of Han, the family members of the host have proven that the king of Han's men are like speculators."
"I would like to ask you, does the Zhenguan Law stipulate that the family members of the host may testify?"
"This..." The supervisory censor hesitated. You can't tell lies in front of all the civil and military officials and the Holy One, right?
Qin Huaidao took advantage of the victory and pursued: "Since the testimony of the victim's family is useless, if there is no direct evidence, I will accuse them of false accusation according to the law according to what you just said. Is the Minister of the Ministry of Punishment here?"
The Minister of Punishment was a little confused, what did he care about?
But many people around him looked over, and Liu Dewei, the Minister of Punishment, had no choice but to step out and say: "I will join the Han Dynasty."
"You're welcome, Mr. Liu. I am suing those merchants for false accusations. I ask Mr. Liu to investigate strictly and give me justice. Otherwise, don't blame me for taking action myself." Qin Huaidao said solemnly, as for the evidence, it is impossible to have it, Luo
Wu was very careful in his work, and there was no possibility of a third party being present. As for the testimony of the victim's family, it was useless.
Liu Dewei looked at Li Er with some embarrassment, not wanting to take this hot potato.
The supervising censor also had a bitter look on his face. It was clear that he wanted to impeach Qin Huaidao, but instead Qin Huaidao sued the mistress for false accusations. Without evidence, the mistress had to shed his skin even if he died. Didn't this just shoot himself in the foot?
Li Er naturally also knew which of the sufferers were those from the Shandong aristocratic clan and the Jiangnan gentry. It would be very troublesome if he didn't handle it well, so he kept a cold face and remained silent.
The hall suddenly became depressing.
Now that Qin Huaidao had taken action, of course he would not stop there and said loudly: "What the Supervising Censor just said is right, everything should be done in accordance with the law. I am suing Governor Gu of Huainan Province for committing murders, robbing women, and smashing teahouses. Order
The common people are timid and it undermines the dignity of the imperial court. Mr. Liu, please look into it."
"This..." Liu Dewei secretly thought that he was unlucky.
"Why, you won't answer?" Qin Huaidao asked back. Seeing the embarrassment on the other side's face, he continued: "Supervisory censor, didn't you say that you must uphold the court's laws and do everything in accordance with the law? Governor Gu of Huainan Road committed a murder, if the Ministry of Punishment does not care
, is it dereliction of duty or cover-up? Is this matter under the control of your censor?" He said and looked at Wei Zheng.
Wei Zheng had a strong personality and dared to speak out. He was most annoyed by lynchings. He upheld the law and pursued acting in accordance with the law. He knew it was time for him to take a stand and said loudly: "What the King of Han said makes sense. Since the imperial court has set laws, we should abide by them without exception. Otherwise,
Where can we put the law? Where can the majesty of the imperial court exist? Master Liu, what do you think?"
"Master Wei is right to remind you, I will investigate strictly." Liu Dewei said bravely, glancing at Li Er who was sitting silently above him, feeling uneasy. Who dares to investigate a governor without an imperial edict? Do you think you have a long life?
On the imperial steps, Li Er took the initiative when he saw Qin Huaidao in just a few words. He could be said to be a verbal quarrel with the Confucian scholars, and no one could defeat him. Unfortunately, he had already separated, and it would be difficult to return to the original tacit understanding.
It might be difficult to end if the quarrel continues, but there are some things Li Er can't say. He couldn't help but look at King Jin who was sitting silently below: "Zhi'er, what do you think?"