Chapter 239: Night talk between monarch and ministers
As soon as this statement came out, the whole place was in an uproar.
Everyone looked at Wei Xiang with shock hidden in their eyes.
It was really hard for them to imagine how a slave could have such incredible courage.
There must be someone behind him who is instigating him.
As for who the instigator was, although no one said it, they had some guesses in their minds.
In the current situation, whoever is the biggest gainer is likely to be the instigator.
After listening to Zhen Jian's words, Emperor Jing Xing's face turned dark. He looked at Ji Ling and said in a deep voice: "Tell the Criminal Department and the Imperial City Department to pry open this guy's mouth within three days."
"I want to listen to him."
Everyone knew that Emperor Jing Xing was really angry at this time.
As the saying goes, when the emperor is angry, millions of people will be killed.
Although Emperor Jing Xing has always been tolerant, the emperor is the emperor after all. Now that he is angry, it can be said that the situation has changed.
Ji Ling's back was dripping with cold sweat, and he knelt on the ground and said respectfully: "No!"
"Besides...let the prince be released from prison first." Emperor Jing Xing sighed, with a little guilt hidden in addition to his anger.
If I had known better earlier, this child would not have suffered such a prison sentence.
Hearing this, Zhang Xun, Jia Pingsheng and Huaiqing all had bright eyes and were secretly happy.
When things have reached this point, everyone with a discerning eye knows that it no longer matters whether Wei Xiang recruits or not.
As long as there is a witness like Zhen Jian, it can prove that there is something fishy about the prince hiding the dragon robe secretly and cursing His Majesty!
In this case, there is still a strange case. How can a prince be convicted?
The proof is almost solid.
The reason why Wei Xiang is still being interrogated is mainly to dig out the mastermind behind it.
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Three days later, East Palace.
Princess Huaiqing, Li Changkong, Zhang Han, Zhu Ben, Jia Taisui and Prince Liu Yu gathered together.
Liu Yu looked at the familiar people in front of him and felt very sad.
He really didn't expect that as a prince, he would one day be a prisoner.
"Thank you so much this time."
"If it weren't for you, I'm afraid that Liu Jing would have succeeded."
As soon as he said this, Zhu Ben waved his hands repeatedly and said: "I didn't contribute much. The idea came from Lao Li, and it was Princess Huaiqing who executed it. It was Duke Dingguo and Jia Shoufu who entered the palace to face the saint."
"Your Highness, there is no need to say more. We are already like grasshoppers on a rope. We should help each other. We should think about what to do next." Li Changkong said.
Huaiqing nodded and said: "Although we know very well that Liu Jing is responsible for this matter, as long as Wei Xiang does not recruit people for one day, Zhen Jian will be the only evidence, and I am afraid it will be difficult to convict Liu Jing."
Hearing this, Liu Yu frowned and said angrily: "Wei Xiang is a bitch. I usually treat him well, but he did such a betrayal. It's really an evil deed!"
Li Changkong shook his head and said, "The pursuit of fame, money, and power is the desire buried deepest in human nature."
"Liu Jing is in a high position and has accumulated a lot of wealth from the counterfeit currency case. It is just a normal thing to win people's hearts."
"After all, he can bribe even important officials in the court, let alone a little Wei Xiang."
"We only have two options for this."
"Either we give the servants in the mansion a monthly salary increase so that they are less susceptible to Liu Jing's temptations. Or we have to be more careful and change people once a month or even every week."
Hearing this, Huaiqing nodded and said, "That makes sense."
"In addition, the director of the Ink Bureau and the Director of the Treasure Bank Notes Bureau must be replaced by Xinke Jinshi as soon as possible. They can no longer be controlled by Liu Jing's people, otherwise he may still continue to print counterfeit coins."
"I suggest that His Majesty, the Crown Prince, mention this matter to His Majesty in the near future."
"After all, after this incident, His Majesty must also feel guilty towards His Royal Highness. At this time, if you make some requests that are not too excessive, it will be easy to be satisfied." Li Changkong added.
Liu Yu nodded and said: "I will mention it to my father in the future. Is there anything else?"
"Of course there is. I doubt Wei Xiang will live long."
"He knows too many secrets about Liu Jing. Once he tells them, he may not be able to completely bring Liu Jing down, but at least he will be able to shed his skin."
"So, Liu Jing will never let him live!"
"I have informed Zhong Yu that the people from the Punishment Department will be on guard and will not let anyone take advantage of it."
"But there is nothing I can do about the Imperial City Department. I still have to discuss this with Your Majesty," Li Changkong said again.
"Okay, I understand." Liu Yu nodded. After this incident, Li Changkong's status and trust in his heart have undoubtedly risen to a higher level.
Normally, I would ask more or less, but now I just nodded in agreement.
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At the same time, Nuange.
It was clearly late at night, but the lights in the Nuan Pavilion were still brightly lit.
Emperor Jing Xing sat in front of the document, but rarely reviewed the memorial.
I just looked at the night sky, which was as dark as ink and without a single star, with a dejected expression, alone and in a daze.
Seeing this, Jia Pingsheng below couldn't help but remind him: "Your Majesty called the old minister here, but he didn't say what to do. He didn't say a word for a quarter of an hour. The old minister's body and bones are really failing. Can your majesty give him a gift first?"
seat?"
Emperor Jing Xing reacted after hearing this, coughed twice to hide his embarrassment, and then hurriedly said: "Give me a seat."
After sitting down, Jia Pingsheng looked at Emperor Jing Xing, who was still worried, and said, "Your Majesty asked me to come here this time, probably because of the matter of the two princes competing for the throne."
"But I can't hide anything from Master Jia." Emperor Jing Xing smiled bitterly and said, "Then what does Master Jia think of the current situation between the two of them?"
Jia Pingsheng glanced at Emperor Jing Xing and said, "Your Majesty, aren't you pushing me into a pit of fire?"
"Since ancient times, wise ministers have not asked about royal affairs."
"I, Jia Ping, have been an official for decades, and I have never done anything to disgrace the court or the people."
"Why is Your Majesty like this?"
When Emperor Jingxing heard this, he smiled and said:
"Master Jia's words are wrong. As a minister, you should share your worries for the king."
"Master Jia calls himself a wise minister, so he naturally wants to share my worries."
"What's more, this matter of the crown prince involves the country's foundation and must not be taken lightly."
"Therefore, if Master Jia has any opinions in his mind, you might as well speak freely."
"If you still have concerns, I can give you a guarantee. No matter how crazy the words are tonight, they all come from your mouth and reach my ears. No third party will know about it, and I will
Master Jia is not guilty."
"Then veteran, can you just say it?" Jia Pingsheng said.
"Say!" Emperor Jing Xing waved his hand: "Just say it!"
"I think both princes are good." Jia Pingsheng smiled and gave an ambiguous answer.
When Emperor Jing Xing heard this, he was immediately speechless.
I have been waiting for so long, and this is what I was waiting for?
Do you have to say this? I don’t know it myself? If these two villains are so different, why should I be entangled?
Seeing Emperor Jing Xing's expression, Jia Pingsheng naturally understood what he was thinking, and then continued: "It's just that this wisdom is more or less used in the wrong direction."
"Including Your Majesty, allowing the two princes to seize the throne is also biased and wrong."