Author: Remnant Forest Tree

After Li Chengqian left the Kyoto government office, he planned to go back to the mansion where he was Li Gaoming.

And not long after he left, Mei Zhili entered the palace with a solemn expression.

In the imperial study room, Mei Zhili had been standing three meters away from the desk with his body bowed, not daring to move.

Because since he came in to see the ceremony, Emperor Qing had never paid attention to him, and just read the memorial on the desk.

A quarter of an hour passed.

Mei Zhili's back was extremely sore. There were charcoal burning in the room and it was very hot. After a while, he was sweating profusely.

The whole thing can be summed up in two words: "uncomfortable".

And he's not too young. He's over fifty, so he really can't hold on.

But Emperor Qing didn't say anything, and no matter how difficult it was for him, he still didn't dare to move.

After a long while, he was trembling and almost fainted on the spot. Emperor Qing seemed to suddenly realize that he was there and said in surprise: "Hey, Master Mei, why didn't you say anything when you came? You must be exhausted.

Come, show me your seat to Master Mei."

Mei Zhili breathed a sigh of relief and stood up straight, but still lowered his head and said: "Your Majesty is busy with many things, and I don't dare to disturb you. It's right to wait a little longer."

As he spoke, he wiped his sweat with his sleeve.

Behind him, Eunuch Hou brought a cushion. He hesitated for a moment, then knelt down and sat on it with some restraint.

Finally feeling a little more relaxed, he opened his mouth and told Emperor Qing what happened in the Kyoto government office today.

Of course, my performance was summarized, and I mainly focused on Li Gaoming's words and deeds.

Emperor Qing had naturally known about these things for a long time, and he was much more detailed than what Mei Zhili said.

He looked at Mei Zhili with a half-smile, and said, "I don't think that's what I told you."

When Mei Zhili heard this, he immediately trembled all over, got up from the cushion, and knelt down with a plop.

"I deserve death for my crime!"

"Ten thousand deaths? You only have one life, how can you die ten thousand times? In the Kyoto government office, you didn't show as much fear of death as you do now? Do you think I won't kill you?" Emperor Qing smiled a little coldly.

"I, I don't dare!" Mei Zhili said tremblingly, and a huge fear made him almost collapse to the ground.

There was a hint of disappointment in Emperor Qing's eyes.

"It's human nature to be afraid of death. I can understand it, but one thing is true behind the scenes. Do you still remember that in your first memorial, you wrote, The most important way to be a minister..."

"Loyalty!" Mei Zhili seemed to see some hope and quickly interjected: "I may be a little greedy for life and fear death, but my loyalty to Your Majesty can be seen in the sun and the moon!"

However, listening to Mei Zhili's words, Emperor Qing's eyes were full of disgust.

He shouted coldly: "That's enough. As the governor of Kyoto, you have great responsibilities. Can a word of loyalty offset all your ignorance and incompetence?"

His tone was slightly softer and he said: "That's all, considering your old age, I will submit a memorial tomorrow and you can retire."

Mei Zhili's heart felt a little sad and dry, but also a little relieved.

He knelt on the ground, bowed his head three times deeply, and said with a trembling cry, "Your Majesty, thank you for your kindness."

Emperor Qing waved his hand impatiently and lowered his head to read the memorial on the table.

Mei Zhili stood up tremblingly and said: "Old minister, please retire."

Seeing that Emperor Qing did not respond, he bowed and quietly retreated step by step.

After Mei Zhili left, Emperor Qing, while reviewing the memorial, ordered Hou Gonggongdao: "Let the people from the inspection institute keep an eye on this Mei Zhili..."

Having said this, he paused slightly with the pen in his hand and said, "That's all, it's not a big deal."

He had long been ready to replace the position of governor of Kyoto.

This matter is just a pretext.

He needs the people below to fight, and it is impossible to let a guy like Mei Zhili, who is all-rounded and well-rounded, continue to sit in this key position.

Nowadays, the prince does not go out much in the East Palace all day long. He rarely goes to the poetry meeting, and he is just a spectator. He sees a great master taking action, but he seems lukewarm.

I never make friends with officials.

To be honest now, he was a little anxious.

Therefore, he must find someone who can't deal with the prince to take over the position of governor of Kyoto, and he must have the courage to go against the prince.

The second prince is considered one, but the second prince's recent power in the court has become too unbalanced.

Naturally, he cannot get involved in the key position of governor of Kyoto.

He needed a third party's power to balance the second prince and at the same time act against the prince.

For now, Fan Xian is a good choice.

A copy of "The Red Mansion" shows his talent. He did not fall short in a brief fight with Gong Dian, which shows his martial arts. Recently, he has been thinking about breaking off the engagement. He is not afraid of the imperial power, which shows his courage.

He is both civil and military, and his character is not weak. It is not impossible to become the governor of Kyoto.

Especially since Fan Xian has recently been trying to mess up the engagement between his sister Fan Ruoruo and the prince.

It can be said that he is naturally on the opposite side of the prince.

If the other party knew about the relationship between Li Yunrui and the prince, and knew that sending someone to assassinate him might have something to do with the prince.

Then, he can say very responsibly that Fan Xian is the best candidate for the governor of Kyoto.

As for age and seniority.

He knew that Fan Xian was still the chief prosecutor of the forensic institute.

As a supervisor of the Control Yuan, it is not that difficult to temporarily act as governor of Kyoto.

But before that, he must determine the absolute antagonistic relationship between Fan Xian and the Crown Prince.

Thinking of this, he raised his head and ordered to Eunuch Hou: "Didn't Chen Pingping set up a shop specifically for Jianghu people to stay and deliver news? Think of a way to let Fan Xian know the news, and who will instruct Teng Zijing to assassinate him.

From there people’s messages go out.”

He thought for a while and said: "By the way, I remember that the person who gave orders to Fujizijing used to be the guard of the East Palace?"

Eunuch Hou replied: "Yes, Your Majesty, but after this person later joined the Inspection and Inspection Agency, he often had contacts with the eldest princess. The prince does not seem to be interested in him."

"It doesn't matter whether he takes it seriously or not. He will have the ability to judge and do it beautifully." Emperor Qing said calmly.

"Yes, Your Majesty." Eunuch Hou said, and then asked: "Your Majesty, do you want Fan Xian to drag the East Palace into trouble? But if Fan Xian thinks that the prince is the one who wants to kill him, there will be a world of difference between them.

With his identity, he will be frightened."

Emperor Qing casually turned over a memorial and said while reading: "I don't think he knows how to do it. What's more, if he can't bear this little thing, how can he be entrusted with such an important task?"

He said calmly: "Suffering in the sea of ​​fire, this is the test I gave him."

The waiting father-in-law bowed his head and responded without saying a word.

…

Li Chengqian walked slowly on the street towards Qingshui Lane, when he saw an acquaintance in front of him.

For the first time, Ye Ling'er, who was wearing a red outfit, did not ride a horse, but led the horse and walked along the street.

They just happened to come together.

"We meet again? This time it's rare for me to be obedient."

Li Chengqian said hello and joked.

At this moment, Ye Ling'er was no longer as cheerful and lively as before. When she saw him, she was actually a little nervous and reserved.

However, the clear eyes could not hide the wonder and admiration.

She has always respected the strong.

There is no doubt that the Grand Master is a figure who stands at the top of the powerful.

Before this, she had never thought that a young man about the same age as herself would be as strong as her great-uncle Ye Liuyun.
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