Li Chengqian comforted him and said: "General, don't worry about it. The thieves live in the dark and have their own plans. If we don't notice for a while, we will inevitably fall into their trap. However, since ancient times, evil has never prevailed over good. It seems that these evil and evil people have abandoned the way of heaven. Even if they succeed for a while,
, how can it be possible?"
Instead of looking at the grateful Li Junxian, he turned to Xiao Yu and said solemnly: "Above the court, we still need your support, Duke Guo of Song, to ensure that the government is not disrupted. You should also pay attention to those imperial officials.
A few words, don't be manipulated and used by thieves. Right now, my father's Eastern Expedition is at a critical juncture. If changes occur in Chang'an, I may fail to live up to my father's great trust, causing my father's million-strong army to still have to worry about Chang'an. This is an act of unfilial piety.
."
This is both a reminder and a warning.
Don't think that I, the prince, am a man made of clay. If someone lets me down in front of my father and jeopardizes my position as heir apparent, then don't blame me for being rude.
You, Xiao Yu, are the leader of the Qing Dynasty, and the former Yushi Zhongcheng, Liu Jie, has been inseparable from you and obeys your advice. If there is a disturbance from the Yushi Yanguan, I will only ask you.
Xiao Yu's face twitched, but in desperation, he could only nod his head and said: "Don't worry, Your Highness, I know the importance of this. If any censor is instigated and manipulated by others, he will be severely punished to ensure the stability of the government."
Although it was a bit aggrieved, the feeling of being relied upon by the prince was quite good. Perhaps this was the superiority of Jian, the chief minister and assistant minister, in the emperor's heart.
Somehow, he suddenly hoped that Fang Jun would not go back to Chang'an at all, so that he could legitimately become the most important minister in front of the prince, hold the power, and be highly respected. It would be good to be willing to work for the prince...
Li Chengqian breathed a sigh of relief. With Xiao Yu's full support, the government would not develop beyond control.
However, before he could fully exhale, he heard a chamberlain coming over to report: "Your Highness, Jingzhao Yin and Ma Zhou are asking for an audience."
Li Chengqian, Xiao Yu, and Li Junxian looked at each other and said, "Xuan."
"Here!"
The chamberlain left, and soon after, Ma Zhou, a Yin from Jingzhao, dressed in official uniform, came forward and bowed and saluted: "My humble servant, Ma Zhou, has an audience with His Highness the Crown Prince."
"Plain body."
Li Chengqian raised his hand for support, looked at Ma Zhou's official robe, frowned and asked: "Ai Qing, please take a seat... Jingzhao Mansion is on duty so early?"
However, Ma Zhou did not take his seat. He stood up and glanced at Xiao Yu and Li Junxian. His heart sank slightly and he replied: "The Yamen of Jingzhao Mansion is on duty at Mao hour. However, as soon as the square gate opened today, the Wei family blocked the door and asked to see them."
The minister said that he and his son Wei Zhengju were deceived and strayed into the Royal Forbidden Garden of Mount Jiuwei. After that, they did not know whether they were alive or dead. Someone else left a letter in his mansion in the middle of the night, saying that Wei Zhengju had been harmed by an adulterer and was sent to Baidu.
Qisi' was severely tortured and died of his injuries... The minister felt that something was fishy and did not dare to neglect it, so he went to the palace to see His Highness and begged His Highness to make a decision."
They are all high-ranking officials. Even though they usually act upright and have a pure heart, how could they not know that this matter is full of loopholes and extremely unusual?
Not to mention whether it is true or false that Wei Zhengju is dead, even if it is true, the incident happened in Jiuwei Mountain and was later sent to "Baiqisi". Although Chang'an has canceled the curfew, the city gates are still closed. Except for
A very small number of people have the privilege to call outside the city gate. How does the news reach the Wei family?
Everything behind the scenes is clearly revealed.
Li Chengqian sighed softly and said: "Wei Zhengju... died violently in the execution chamber of Baiqisi last night."
Ma Zhou looked shocked.
Li Junxian then told the story in detail again...
Ma Zhou pondered for a while and said in a deep voice: "The thief's method is not clever, but due to various coincidences, I am afraid that not only the 'Baiqisi' will be blamed, but the royal family will also be involved."
After all, Wei Zhengju was dead. Jingzhao Weishi had always regarded him as the leader of the next generation, but he was captured in the Royal Forbidden Garden without any explanation, and then he was transported to the "Baiqisi" in a confused way, and even more so in the "Baiqisi"
"Si" died violently in the execution room...
How to explain this kind of words to the Wei family?
Even in normal times, Jingzhao Weishi would not be able to let the outstanding son of the family die in such an unexplained way. What's more, since the thief has set up such a plan, Jingzhao Weishi will definitely be punished.
Instigating and bewitching, and the previous incident where Jingzhao Weishi was almost dragged into the abyss...
I'm afraid I can't explain it clearly.
Xiao Yu reminded: "The matter has reached this point. We can only take one step at a time. The thief must have a back-up plan. We can only take strict precautions. However, the first thing is how to deal with Wei Zhengju's body?"
Li Chengqian said flatly: "This matter cannot be hidden from the public. Immediately hand Wei Zhengju's body to the Wei family and explain the truth to him. Whether the Wei family believes it is another matter, but if we hide his body, what is going on behind the scenes will
The thieves will definitely take the opportunity to cause trouble, and the direction of things will become increasingly uncontrollable."
Taking the initiative to hand over Wei Zhengju's body can be said to be magnanimous. However, if he hides or destroys Wei Zhengju's body through clever tricks, there will be endless troubles afterwards. Once the Wei family finds out, let alone their reaction,
The scapegoat between the royal family and "Baiqisi" is settled - if you didn't have a guilty conscience, why did you destroy Wei Zhengju's body?
By then, even if there are a hundred mouths on the body, it will not be clear.
Ma Zhou nodded and said: "That's right. There are a lot of strange things about Wei Zhengju's death. If the Wei family refuses to pursue it, His Highness can order the Three Law Departments to open a case for investigation. You must not be too smart and let others take advantage of it."
Li Chengqian said: "The investigation must be carried out. The thief is so arrogant and dares to plot against the royal family and the 'Baiqisi'. How vicious is his heart? If we don't find this person, we will have trouble sleeping and eating alone!"
Everyone discussed for a while, and it was already getting bright.
Ma Zhou stood up and said: "Wei Chen will temporarily retire and return to the Yamen of Jingzhao Mansion to inform the Wei family about Wei Zhengju's affairs, and then lead the Wei family to 'Baiqisi' to collect the body."
Li Chengqian nodded and said: "The attitude is better. The Wei family must have been framed this time and feels aggrieved. If you love me, don't force me too much."
Ma Zhou said: "Here!"
Then he turned around and walked out.
Xiao Yu stroked his beard, disapproving of it.
How do you know that the Wei family has been framed? Just because a so-called outstanding member of the family died? Throughout the ages, the "bitter flesh tactic" has been tried many times.
Furthermore, Wei Zhengju's current reputation as a great scholar was mostly created by Jingzhao Wei's. He has never made any achievements in humanities, literature, or martial arts. How can he be called an "outstanding disciple"? He is clearly a mediocre person.
generation.
It is really a good deal to sacrifice such a mediocre person to plan big things...
Li Chengqian was not stupid, he first comforted Ma Zhou, then turned around and said to Li Junxian: "Spend all your hands and investigate the cause of Wei Zhengju's death while closely monitoring the Wei family. If there is any abnormality, report it immediately.
In addition, immediately send people out of Xuanwu Gate with Gu's token to inform the left and right guards, so that all their troops will be ready to prepare. Once they receive Gu's order, they will immediately enter the city through Xuanwu Gate and take over Chang'an's defense!"
Originally, there was a turbulent undercurrent in Chang'an City, and all forces were ready to take action. Now Wei Zhengju's death is like a spark splashing into this pile of dry firewood. What if it causes a huge fire?
You have to think of the worst in everything and prepare in advance so that you can stay calm in times of crisis...
Xiao Yu reminded: "If it is not absolutely necessary, Your Highness, please do not allow the left and right guards to enter the city... There are only half of the right guards left, and Fang Jun is away on an expedition. Only one deputy general, Gao Kan, is left to command. It is not yet known what the combat strength will be.
Zuotunwei...cannot be trusted."
Li Chengqian nodded repeatedly, deeply convinced.
Chai Zhewei is timid, fearful of fighting, and is unscrupulous. He even resorts to such tricks as pretending to be sick, which shows that his integrity has no bottom line.
Once there is a change in Chang'an City, who can guarantee that Chai Zhewei will not be attracted, used by thieves, and then turn against him?
He was not originally from the Donggong family...
There is no need to question the loyalty of the Youtun Guards, but as Xiao Yu said, there is only half of the Youtun Guards left under the command of Gao Kan. It is still unknown whether they can be responsible for the safety of the Xuanwu Gate. What if the Youtun Guards change?
Can it be suppressed?
Putting Youtun Guards into Chang'an City is really a blessing or a curse. It is really unexpected...
Xiao Yu said again: "It's almost time now, and there will be a meeting today on the first day of the lunar month. Your Highness, please be prepared. Someone is bound to cause trouble."
This is almost certain.
Throughout the ages, everything must be done with integrity. Now, if Wei Zhengju's death cannot be openly blamed on the royal family and "Baiqisi", the prince who holds the power to supervise the country will be criticized by thousands of people. Behind the scenes,
What's the use of all the people's intentions?
So there is no need to speculate too much. If you see who jumps out later, you can get a rough idea...