The four hundred and fortieth chapters remain unchanged
As the criticism continued, the things that Han Qi had done against Zhu Yuanzhang in the past were naturally revealed, and each one was labeled with full malice, which was intended to kill him.
Old Master Han's face did not change, he took off his black gauze hat with both hands and slowly knelt down: "I hate those who are corrupt and bend the law most in my life, and I wish I could kill them all. However, the great government of the imperial court must judge the situation and must not use it to indiscriminately punish the world."
"What Prime Minister Hu and the Minister of Punishment said are correct, but they are too radical. I think it is inappropriate. Everything that is too much is not enough. I would like to ask your Majesty to think twice!"
Zhu Yuanzhang turned to look at Zhu Biao and asked, "What does the prince think?"
Zhu Biao turned around and bowed, cupping his hands and saying: "I think what Prime Minister Hu said is absolutely true. Those who are corrupt and pervert the law must be thoroughly investigated. No matter who is involved, they should not be let go. Otherwise, where will the laws and regulations of the country be!"
Zhu Shou said angrily: "The imperial censor, Han Qi, is old and weak in virtue and unqualified for his position. He actually interceded for someone who was corrupt and perverted the law. This is no less than a crime of connivance and cover-up. Please punish me severely!"
As soon as Zhu Biao's words came out, Han Qi trembled. Everyone on Wu Xun's side was like a chicken blood, and they all petitioned to kill Han Qi. However, the civil servants' momentum was stagnant, and their faces were a little ugly.
They originally thought that based on the character of His Highness the Crown Prince, they would definitely protect Han Qi, and advised the Holy Remonstrance not to be too involved. This was also in line with their thoughts. After all, after a thorough investigation, it was found that the Ministry of Revenue and the Zhongshu Province were the hardest hit areas, with half of the
All the officials are involved with the local area.
Zhu Biao turned around and looked at Hu Weiyong. The meaning contained in it was thought-provoking. Some civil servants who felt guilty stepped forward to speak for Han Qi dryly, but they lost the momentum of shouting and killing.
Zhu Yuanzhang ignored the order and said: "Order the Ministry of Punishment and Dali Temple to thoroughly investigate those involved behind this case. No officials, gentry or generals will be spared. All of them will be detained and brought to justice within one month!"
Cao Rong, the Minister of Punishment, and Yan Dong, the Minister of Dali Temple, came out to make the promise, and ordered that no matter what the official's mood was, all the officials should chant the Holy Spirit with their voices.
While Han Qi still wanted to speak, Zhu Yuanzhang stood up and casually ordered: "Depose Han Qi, the censor, from his official post, and send him to the prison of the Ministry of Punishment. If it is proven that he is involved in the case, he will be directly sentenced to be cut in half. Anyone who dares to plead for mercy during the period will be punished with the same crime!"
Seeing this, the eunuch on the side sang loudly: "It's over!
Then the whip was fired, and Zhu Yuanzhang glanced at the officials for the last time with an inexplicable expression, then turned and left. The civil and military officials knelt to see him off. It was not until Zhu Yuanzhang's figure disappeared that everyone stood up, and Han Qi was also dragged by several forbidden soldiers who walked in.
Grabbed.
Everyone looked on with cold eyes, and Old Master Han remained silent. Finally, he looked at the black gauze hat that originally belonged to him on the ground, sighed quietly, and was immediately escorted off.
Zhu Biao glanced at Han Qi's lonely back with his hands behind his hands, then turned to look at the officials who looked a little pale and confused and said with a smile: "There are many government affairs in the imperial court, but please don't forget the banquet at Jixian Tower tonight.
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Hu Weiyong looked as usual and said with a smile: "That's natural. I still have several jars of fine wine that were gifted by the Holy Father in the past. They have been stored in the cellar for many years. I am about to invite Your Highness to taste them."
It was so easy for joy and sorrow to pass by, and singing and dancing led to peace and joy. Everyone walked out of Fengtian Hall talking and laughing. A red sun rose slowly in the distance, and more than an hour had passed before they knew it.
All the ministers said goodbye one after another and went back to their respective offices to handle today's official affairs. Naturally, some of them had a guilty conscience and had to contact the Minister of Punishment or Prime Minister Hu to save their lives and property.
When everyone was almost gone, Zhu Biao turned around and saw Chen Youzong Yan Donglai, Nanxiong Hou Zhao Yong and others still waiting respectfully. Without saying anything, he walked straight towards Wuying Hall.
With so many foreign men, it was naturally difficult to bring them into the East Palace to discuss matters. After entering the Wuying Hall, Zhu Biao stretched his waist, then naturally sat on the throne, and everyone bowed down.
After getting up, Chen Youzong said: "I don't know what Hu Weiyong's plan is. If there is really a strict investigation, how many clean people can there be in Zhongshu Province and the Sixth Department? I don't seem to be retreating in order to advance, which is really puzzling.
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Yan Donglai shook his head and said: "Not to mention other things, even Hu Weiyong himself might be trapped. Several local officials in the Ministry of Punishment prison have confessed to sending heavy gifts to Hu Weiyong's old residence."
Zhu Biao ignored these words, but looked at them and asked: "What about you? Are you not involved in this case?"
Then he knocked on the table in front of him: "You also know what my character is, so just tell me the truth, no deception!"
Yan Donglai, Nanxiong Hou Zhao Yong and others all shook their heads and said: "I will never dare to deceive Your Highness. Indeed, I have nothing to do with this case!"
After Zhao Yong and Gongchang Hou Guo Xing finished speaking, they looked at Chen Youzong who was standing aside and said with some hesitation: "I have made some money recently by relying on the general envoy..."
Chen Youzong waved his hand and said with a smile: "Businesses and purchases are normal and do not violate the laws of the imperial court. Please rest assured."
Zhu Biao nodded when he heard this. He knew these things well. Chen Youzong also specifically asked for instructions. The Chen family's business was huge. As long as they were willing to help, it would not be difficult for these rough guys who didn't know how to manage to earn some money to support their families.
Chen Youzong looked at Zhu Biao with a serious look on his face and said: "I can guarantee that neither the Chen family nor the Zhang family was involved in this case. They were just transporting food to the government in the disaster area under the orders of His Highness. But other families in Jiangnan may..."
Changxing Marquis Geng Bingwen also handed over his hand and said: "A few days ago, the general also received some news, saying that Yu Tongyuan, who was guarding the north with Chang Shuai, seemed to have sent his own troops to escort a batch of grain and grass to the west..."
Neither of them finished what they said, but the meaning was very clear. Donggong's subordinates were involved. However, this was also expected by Zhu Biao. When there are more people, there will naturally be a mixture of good and bad. Everyone has a demand, whether it is power or power.
Wealth is inevitable.
Yan Donglai, the minister who lives in Dali Temple, cupped his hands and said, "Please tell me what I should do, Your Highness."
Zhu Biao leaned on the back of his chair and said: "Hu Weiyong's plan is not very clear at the moment, but it doesn't matter. We can adapt to changes by staying the same."
"If you want to investigate thoroughly, then investigate thoroughly. If you violate the laws of the imperial court behind my back, I don't need such ministers, and naturally I won't protect you. Go ahead and investigate the case carefully with the Minister of Punishment, and see clearly what they are going to do.
What."
Yan Donglai bowed and retreated. His Royal Highness the Crown Prince's intention was very clear. He would not protect those officials affiliated with the East Palace, no matter how noble they were. Only in this way would he not be exposed to others.
If the Dali Temple and the Ministry of Punishment each recruit their own people, then they have reached a tacit agreement. No one will expose the other's background, and everyone will die together.
But if Dali Temple is determined not to show favoritism, then the Punishment Department will naturally not be able to do so. Otherwise, it will just give people the power and life and death will be in the hands of others in the future.