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The matter fermented very quickly. On the day when the incident came out, officials in Beijing wrote memorials one after another to clarify their relationship and demanded severe punishment for Yan Fang and the two. By the evening of the next day, memorials from officials from various states around Gyeonggi Province also flew to Guo Chong like snowflakes.
According to this trend, memorials from officials from all over the Zhou Dynasty will also arrive in the capital within a few days.
Among the memorials that have been delivered, most of them demand that Yan Zhengsheng and Fang Dunru be severely punished for their treachery. Only a few of them plead for mercy. Even if they plead for mercy, no one dares to agree with Yan Fang Er.
People's "three deficiencies" remarks, I just hope that the court can consider the previous efforts of the two adults and give them a lighter sentence.
I don’t know whether it was Guo Chong who revealed the truth, or someone close to Guo Chong revealed some information. The imperial court initiated another discussion on the origin of the Qingjiao Rebellion. Officials headed by Lu Zhongtian jointly submitted a memorial, requesting Guo Chong to withdraw the imperial edict.
He said that everyone in the world knew that the emperor's imperial edict was an act of kindness to protect Yan Zhengshu and Fang Dunru, and that he had suffered for them. This was originally a benevolent act, but Yan Zhengsun and Fang Dunru failed to live up to the emperor's kindness and were treasonous.
There is really no need to suffer for them and damage the reputation of the Holy One. Therefore, I request that the guilty edict be withdrawn and the truth be made public.
This move is obviously to further implement the crime of speech into a real crime that harms the country and the people, and at the same time completely denies the reform.
That's all. Various memorials of exposure and criticism from within the Department of Regulations and the reform faction also appeared one after another. Lu Zhongtian also compiled all these memorials and sent them to Guo Chong.
Guo Chong's attitude was also changing rapidly. When Lin Juejian Yan Zhengsu and Fang Dunru went to the palace the next day to report back to Guo Chong, his words were unclear. He did not say that Yan Zhengsu and Fang Dunru were willing to apologize and plead guilty. He only said something.
"The two adults are in pain and regretful. They are grateful for the emperor's kindness and don't know how to repay them. The two adults need to calm down and think about their mistakes. The ministers will continue to see them and make them completely repent." Lin
These words sounded to Guo Chong as an excuse for not completing the mission. At this time, they still refused to apologize, which made Guo Chong feel angry.
Guo Chong did not have the intention to severely punish Yan Fang and the two before, but under the influence of various internal and external factors, Guo Chong's heart is hardening. Even if they have merit, he can no longer bear to punish them severely or face their slander.
The foundation of the country, his rebellious remarks, but no sign of repentance, Guo Chong had to decide to severely punish the two of them. Reform is important, benevolence and righteousness are important, but all of this has nothing to do with the legitimacy of the rule of the Guo royal family and his son of heaven.
Compared with the undoubted nature of the matter, it is insignificant. If someone makes such nonsense, it must not be tolerated lightly.
On the 14th day of the twelfth lunar month, Guo Chong issued an order to formally set up a task force. The Criminal Department of the Privy Council and Dali Temple, as well as the Yushitai led by the new Yushi Zhongcheng Liu Sheng, formed a three-hall joint trial body to try the case. The newly appointed Yushi
Shi Zhongcheng Liu Sheng was the prefect of Yangzhou three years ago. When the three-city competition in Hangzhou was held, he and Shen Fang, the prefect of Jiangning, colluded with Wu Chunlai. Although they failed in the three-city competition, under Wu Chunlai's operation, the two
He was transferred to the capital and served as the chief officer in the second chamber of the Privy Council. After Fang Dunru was dismissed as the censor Zhongcheng, Lu Zhongtian quickly recommended Liu Sheng to serve as the temporary censor Zhongcheng.
The rapid and severe change in the situation caught Lin Jue off guard. Because Lin Jue really did not think of a way to rescue the two adults. Although he went to the palace to see Guo Chong every day in the past two days, hoping to persuade Guo Chong to forgive Yan Fang.
Two people, but Guo Chong's performance was becoming more and more impatient.
Guo Chong even said to Lin Jue: "Lin Aiqing, you have done your best on this matter, so don't get involved in this matter anymore. I don't want you to be impeached by others because of this matter. I know that you are kind and righteous.
But on such a major matter, I hope you understand that this is not something that can be controlled by personal emotions. If you are controlled by personal emotions, then I will be very disappointed."
This has been made very obvious. If you interfere in this matter again, I will no longer be polite to you. I am giving you face, so don't be shameless.
Lin Jue understood the meaning of these words. He could no longer beg Guo Chong. Lin Jue decided to try Lu Wu’s suggestion that night and take the path of Concubine Rong. Although Lin Jue felt that this path was eight out of ten.
Nine is also unreasonable, but at times like this, you always have to give it a try.
On the afternoon of the 14th day of the twelfth lunar month, Lin Jue decided to enter the palace with Lu Wu. In order to hide from others, Lin Jue and the little princess took their son Lin Zhan to the palace in the name of visiting the Queen Mother and giving it to the Queen Mother to see her grandson. The Queen Mother had not long ago
Such an invitation had been sent out before. And Lu Wu followed the young princess into the palace in the name of her maid.
After entering the palace, the little princess took Lin Zhan to visit the Queen Mother, while Lin Jue and Lu Wu went to Rongxiu Palace to visit Concubine Rong. Concubine Rong, who was taking a nap, was very happy when she learned that Lu Wu had come to see her. She hurriedly got up and came
See the green dance in the Nuan Pavilion.
"Lu Wu, you're finally here. Mother sent people to call you into the palace many times, but you didn't come. But are you angry with mother?" Concubine Rong excitedly stepped forward to hold Lu Wu's hand.
She also calls herself mother.
Lu Wu cleverly avoided Concubine Rong's physical contact by saluting, and said softly: "Lu Wu has met Concubine Rong."
Concubine Rong sighed and said in disappointment: "You still don't even want to call me mother. Why do you treat me like this? Mother really misses you. Are you angry that mother left you in a hurry in Jiangning Mansion? There is nothing you can do about it.
, someone is eyeing Mom, Mom doesn’t want them to know Mom’s whereabouts, and when they find out about your relationship with me, Mom also wants to protect you.”
Lu Wu frowned and said, "Concubine Rong is just trying to protect herself. What does it have to do with me?"
Concubine Rong frowned and said: "Look, you are really angry. Mom apologizes to you. It's my fault, okay? I shouldn't have left you in Jiangning. Mom was wrong, okay?"
Lu Wu didn't say anything. Lin Jue smiled and said, "Concubine Rong, since Lu Wu came to see you, he has calmed down. Otherwise, how could he come to see you?"
Concubine Rong was stunned for a moment, then nodded with a smile and said: "Yes, my son has forgiven me. Come on, sit down and talk. Is the room still warm? Do you want someone to add a brazier?"
Concubine Rong politely greeted the two of them to sit down. There was no need to add a brazier. There were already three pots placed in the corner of the small heating pavilion. If more braziers were added, they would be poisoned.
Concubine Rong's phoenix eyes only stared at Lu Wu, and she suddenly frowned and said, "Hey, why does my son seem to have lost a lot of weight? What's wrong? Is he sick?"
Lu Wu frowned and didn't answer, but Lin Jue said softly: "Concubine Rong, Lu Wu not only lost weight, she almost lost her life."
Concubine Rong stared in shock and shouted, "What? What's going on? Tell me quickly."
Lin Jue then described in detail how Lu Wu and Lin Hu were kidnapped by King Huai on their way back to Beijing. Concubine Rong was stunned and sat there in a daze.
"Concubine Rong, according to my analysis, the relationship between Concubine Rong and Lu Wu has aroused their suspicions. Their motive for kidnapping Lu Wu is to ask Lu Wu about the matter between her and Concubine. Lu Wu gritted her teeth and did not
Revealing half a word. They detained Lu Wu in the palace for nearly a month. Under that month of suffering, how could Lu Wu not lose weight? It is a blessing to be able to come back alive." Lin Jue said solemnly.
Concubine Rong walked from the soft couch to Lu Wu and shouted with red eyes: "My son, how did they torture you? You weren't hurt, right?"
Lu Wu slowly shook his head and said nothing. Concubine Rong gritted her silver teeth and said angrily: "Guo Xu, this bastard, is too courageous to do such a thing. It is really abominable. I will never forgive you.
he."
Lin Jue said in a deep voice: "Madam, please calm down. Lu Wu is fine. Guo Xu doesn't dare to do anything to Lu Wu. But if I don't rescue him in time, I don't know what will happen. Guo Xu wants to dig out Lu Wu and Lu Wu."
The relationship between the empress and the empress can be dug up in order to attack the empress and the queen mother. The fundamental purpose is to compete for the position of the prince. The empress dowager and the empress are both on the side of King Jin, so he must
I was worried that the Queen Mother would influence the Emperor's attitude towards the establishment of the Crown Prince, so I dug into this matter. Your Majesty is also not cautious in your actions. Over the past year, you and Lu Wu have met too frequently and behaved too intimately. Even a fool can see it.
Something went wrong, which is why they went to the south to keep an eye on the empress and Lu Wu. The reason why Lu Wu didn't come to the palace to see you during this period was because I was worried that they would still keep an eye on this matter. So I didn't dare to act rashly.
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Concubine Rong nodded and said: "You did the right thing, you did the right thing. You really can't let them get a handle on it. By the way, how did you rescue Lu Wu? Guo Xu did such a thing, is he willing to let her go?"
Lin Jue looked calm and said: "It's very simple. I tied up Lu Tianci and forced them to let Lu Wu go."
"Ah?" Concubine Rong was shocked again and said blankly: "You...you...actually kidnapped Lu Tianci? Did you do the kidnapping of Lu Tianci that caused a lot of fuss a few days ago?"
Lin Jue nodded and said: "Exactly, they refused to let him go, so I had no choice but to force them to let him go, and I had no other choice than this. They also knew that I did it, but they just had no evidence. I am now
It’s a thorn in their side. But it’s nothing. In order to protect Lu Wu, I don’t care about not only Lu Tianci, but also Guo Xu himself. If necessary, I will lead people to forcefully break into his prince’s mansion and rob people. This matter was originally
It's within my plan. Fortunately, Lu Tianci took the bait, so the trouble will be saved."
Lu Wu's eyes trembled, and she looked at Lin Jue with a look of great admiration and gratitude. She knew that what the young master said was not a lie. The young master would really do this for her. He dared to kidnap Lu Tianci, which already showed
everything.
Concubine Rong looked at Lin Jue blankly. She was always a bold woman, but now she realized that there were many people bolder than herself. Guo Xu was like this, and Lin Jue was also so bold that he dared to do such a thing.
Desperate for all the crazy stuff to come.
Concubine Rong bit her red lips and nodded slightly, calmed down her mood and said in a deep voice: "Lin Jue, Lu Wu is by your side, I can rest assured. I thank you for everything you have done for Lu Wu. I'm sorry for this.
I don’t know, I am indeed a little careless. According to what you said, Guo Xu and Lu Zhongtian have already suspected my relationship with Lu Wu. They must be investigating the matter secretly. Paper can’t cover up the fire. I’m worried that they will investigate sooner or later.
