Ever since the day of Wang Ke's funeral, the story of how Duke Wei's wife was married to his wife, as well as his scandalous affairs at that time, such as being the guest of a popular courtesan, have all been revealed, and most of them were in the streets for a while. Even a seven-year-old child knows this.
The Duke of Wei's wife, Zhang Shisao, had an affair with her brother-in-law and was rumored to be unruly women. Some people even said that the sons of Duke Wei were not his biological children, but were the sons of Duke Wei's wife and others. Soon, Duke Wei had a cuckold on his head, which was so eye-catching that people in Duke Wei's mansion almost didn't dare to go out. Once they went out, they would be pointed at by people on the street.
However, what's worse is not this. What's even worse is that Duke Wei is originally the patriarch of the Wang family, but at this time, the incident of Duke Wei's death has become known to everyone, which has seriously damaged the reputation of the Wang family. Although there was a limelight, the people of the Wang family did not care. After all, not all rumors can be taken seriously, and it is impossible to know whether they are groundless. However, things are different at this time. With such a bad reputation, Wei Guogong can no longer sit as the head of the Wang family. This is the position.
Even though he had brought great honor and status to the Wang family, at this time the elders of the Wang family had to come to the house in person to remove the position of the patriarch of Duke Wei for the sake of the reputation of the Wang family. This matter had a great impact on the Duke of Wei. It was said that it had a serious impact, but the Duke of Wei, Wang Xian, had to give up his position as the patriarch, because he knew that after his incident came out, he was no longer qualified to hold the position of patriarch.
Therefore, since Wang Xian is willing to withdraw voluntarily, the elders have discussed re-electing the clan leader, and the last person selected is Wang Li, who is the cabinet minister. He still has great influence and appeal in the court. Not only that, Wang Li is an upright man. Although he is too rigid, he is extremely fair and selfless. If Wang Li serves as the head of the Wang family, it will have a significant impact on the future of the Wang family. .
You should know that the Wang family is divided into two factions. One faction supports Wang Li and opposes being enemies with the Feng family. It advocates assisting the eldest prince Fengying. The other faction supports Wang Xian and advocates overthrowing the Feng family and Zheng family to make the Wang family become the largest family in Daxia. , can even control the imperial power and determine the lifeline of the royal family.
Then, the change of the clan leader means that the limelight of the Wang family is about to change. Wang Xian can no longer rely on his position as clan leader to command the entire clan to become enemies of the Feng family, even if he holds a high position and holds military power. , however, he could not compete with Wang Li, who was the elder of the pavilion, and Wang Li had long been disdainful of Wang Xian's actions. When he ascended to the position of patriarch, he naturally had to correct the ethos of the Wang family and prevent the Wang family from getting involved. Entering into the battle for the throne is the wisest way to protect the Wang family.
As for Mrs. Wei Guogong, as soon as the news about her affair with her brother-in-law came out, the Wang family could no longer tolerate such a woman with unworthy women. After Mrs. Zhang was beaten with a cane in the Wang family ancestral hall, she was immediately sent to the prison. She was given a lighter punishment because she was Wang Xuan's mother. The royal family and elders thought that she had this merit, so they gave her a lighter punishment. Otherwise, she was given a lighter punishment. , according to the rules of the Wang family, death was by beating with a stick.
However, the scandal brought about by the Wang family goes beyond that.
When Wang Xian, Duke of Wei, was the clan leader, Wang Li knew that the other party held the lifeline of the Wang family, so he turned a blind eye to Wang Xian's actions. However, now that Wang Li was the clan leader, Wang Xian, the eldest brother, could not agree with him.
Wang Li was like a normal person, and he had a strong desire for control in his bones, which made him very angry at Wang Li's actions.
"Tianru, I've told you about this many times, why don't you listen to a word from my elder brother? When you support Zheng's new policy, aren't you digging a hole for yourself? In the cabinet, besides Mr. Zhou Ge and you, can you and Zheng's government
There is no one else except to compete. If you help Zheng Capital implement the new government, all the credit in the future will belong to Zheng Capital. You are a member of the Wang family, and you threaten Zheng Capital’s position as the capital. Sooner or later, he will remove you. At this time, you
Help him and it will be harder to eradicate him in the future!"
As soon as Wang Li became the head of the Wang family, he acted vigorously and clearly told the Wang family that anyone who blocked Zheng's new policy would be expelled from the Wang family. As soon as this incident came out, the entire Wang family became excited, and there was almost a fight within the family.
Therefore, Wei Guogong came here today precisely for this matter.
However, his seemingly reasonable and sincere advice made Wang Li look very ugly. He pursed his lips and sneered: "Zheng is not such a person. He will never eliminate loyal ministers in the imperial court in order to compete for the position of the capital."
, If not, do you think you, Duke Wei, can survive until now?"
"Huh! Although Zheng's capital is high in the capital, it has not reached the point where it can cover the sky with one hand. Your Majesty will not watch him get rid of me, a loyal minister!" Duke Wei was angry in his heart, but he suppressed his anger and spoke every day.
The first time he mentioned this matter to Wang Li, he always reacted so violently.
Does he really think that if the Zheng capital doesn't move Wang Li at this moment, it won't move in the future?
Wang Li looked sarcastic, "Do you think His Majesty doesn't know what you are doing down there? I advise you not to undermine the new policy, lest you force me, the Wang family, to cut off your overhanging branches with my own hands.
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"What did you say? Tianru, for the sake of Zheng's capital, you actually want to kill your biological brother yourself?" Wei Guogong was shocked. He intuitively felt that Wang Li today was unusual. Naturally, he was unusual. Now Wang Li was sitting on the throne.
Now that he has taken over the position of the head of the royal family, things are no longer the same as before.
"If I can save the entire Wang family by cutting you off in the future, I will do it without hesitation! A minister who disregards the people and wants to interfere with the New Deal is no longer qualified to stand in the court. That will be the Wang family.
Shame!" Wang Li pointed at Duke Wei's nose and scolded him. This was something he had tolerated for many years. Now that he has taken the position of patriarch, he no longer needs to worry about his elder brother, who thinks he is smart!
"The shame of the Wang family?" Wang Xian couldn't sit still anymore. He stood up from his seat and looked at Wang Li, "You said I am the shame of the Wang family? Tianru, don't forget, I have a share in what the Wang family is today.
Credit, how can you say that I am a shame to the Wang family? I am your eldest brother, and you talk to me like this?"
Wang Li looked at Wang Xian and felt irritated. He knew that what he just said was indeed a bit excessive. He sighed and said: "I know you don't want to be overpowered by the Zheng family and the Feng family, but you are already a member of the Weiguo family."
Now, what's the point of climbing up the ladder? Is it possible that you want to be a king with a different surname?" Wang Li really didn't understand. Wang Xian spent all day thinking about how to fight for power. What was it for? For the glory of the Wang family? That's obvious.
It is the shame of the Wang family! The one who framed loyal ministers, framed Zhongliang, and did anything for the sake of power was his eldest brother!