Although this man now works as a civil servant in Tingwei Mansion, he is tall and burly, with a beard growing under his chin, and his appearance is somewhat similar to Meng Tian.
"As expected of the Shandong Han Dynasty."
Zhao Tuo looked at Meng Yi's figure and whispered in his mind.
This Meng clan was not originally from Guanzhong Qin, but came from Qi State.
Meng Ao entered Qin from Qi and served as king of Qin for four generations. He led his army eastward several times, violently attacked the three Jin Dynasties, and captured nearly a hundred cities. Now that Qin State's Sanchuan County and Dong County can be established, Meng Ao's achievements
It’s a must.
Meng Wu, the son of Meng Ao, is also a famous general of the Qin State. His grandson Meng Tian is now serving as a general of the rank of Zhonglang, and Meng Yi serves as a lieutenant in the Tingwei Mansion.
The Meng family can be called three generations of loyal and loyal officials, and they are the most trusted ministers of the King of Qin.
Facing Zhao Tuo's order, Meng Yi respectfully accepted the order and left Tingwei's Mansion with Zhao Tuo.
Zhao Tuo knew that the Meng brothers would be favored by the King of Qin in the future, and Meng Tian would be made a general, attack the Xiongnu in the north, and lead the Qin army to guard the border. Meng Yi would often serve at the side of the King of Qin, and he was deeply trusted.
So Zhao Tuo intended to make friends with Meng Yi, but he didn't expect that he encountered a soft nail in Meng Yi's place.
Faced with Zhao Tuo's friendly conversation, Meng Yi just smiled and didn't answer, showing no intention of making friends.
Zhao Tuo felt bored and said no more.
In the Qin State, not everyone would be like Yang Xiong, who could get close to Zhao Tuo as soon as they met.
When the two of them entered the Qin Palace and came to the side hall where King Qin's government was located.
Zhao Tuo saw that in addition to Wei Liao and Yao Jia who were originally staying in the palace, there was one more person.
Order of the CRRC Government.
Zhao Gao.
However, at this moment, Zhao Gao no longer had the calm smile of the past. Instead, he was kneeling in the hall with his forehead touching the ground. If you pay attention, you can even see Zhao Gao's body shaking slightly.
Zhao Gao?
Zhao Tuo was stunned.
Why is Zhao Gao here?
Isn't it that the King of Qin asked him to summon Jian to come here to try the official of the State Wei Mansion who betrayed information to the Chu State envoy?
Why is it that the criminal is not here, but Zhao Gao is kneeling in the palace?
Immediately afterwards, a thought came to Zhao Tuo's mind, remembering a rumor he heard in his previous life.
Could it be that that thing is about to happen?
Zhao Tuo was surprised in his heart, but he was not slow to speak. He replied to Qin Wangzheng: "Your Majesty, I have asked the Tingwei Mansion to report that I am here."
"Your Majesty, Meng Yi, pays homage to the king."
Meng Yi also stepped forward to salute and did everything in a precise manner.
Qin Wangzheng nodded slightly and asked Zhao Tuo to step back.
"It turns out that Qing Meng is on duty today. It's a good thing that Qing Meng has always enforced the law impartially, so today is just the right time for me to try this case."
Zhao Tuo stood at the door and asked Yang Xiong, who was guarding the door for him, to move aside, prick up his ears, and eavesdrop on the conversation in the room.
Under the instruction of Qin Wangzheng, Yao Jia began to tell Meng Yi about the incident.
The matter this time was not complicated. It was Cao Yu, named Fan Yi, who secretly leaked the information of Qin Dynasty to the envoys of Chu State. His behavior was like treason, and he deserved death.
This point is undisputed.
Zhao Gao, the commander of CRRC, was not involved in this incident, and the leak had nothing to do with him.
But unfortunately, Zhao Gao was Fan Yi's recommender.
According to Qin law, we should sit together!
Zhao Tuo stood outside the house, his scalp numb as he listened.
In the Qin State, if you want to become an official, in addition to relying on military merit, there are two main ways.
One is to be a son, which means enjoying special treatment based on the merits of one's father's generation.
The sons of low-level officials can enter the school, and the descendants of high-ranking officials can enter the Lang system, and even more, they can directly become officials.
The second is recommendation. Officials in office are qualified to recommend others to hold official positions, and can even let the recommended person hold a position higher than his own official position.
However, this recommendation process contains great risks.
The law of Qin stipulates that if the recommended person commits a crime, the person who recommended him will be punished with the same crime!
Meng Yi stood in the hall, quietly listening to Yao Jia's story, and made a decision in his heart.
At this time, Zhao Gao raised his red and swollen forehead and looked at Meng Yi with a pleading look on his face.
Although Zhao Gao said nothing, Meng Yi knew that he was begging him to let him live.
On the emperor's couch, Qin Wangzheng spoke.
"Meng Qing, what is Zhao Gao's crime?"
Zhao Gao bit his lip and stared at Meng Yi. His life was now in the hands of this man.
Meng Yi closed his eyes, and when he opened them again, the words that came out of his mouth were firm and ruthless.
"The king ordered his ministers to judge the crime, but I dare not follow the law. According to the law, those who appoint people and do bad things will be punished for their crimes. The person Zhao Gao has appointed now has colluded with the envoys of the princes and leaked military information, and his crime should be punished.
Zhao Gao should also sit together in accordance with the law, remove his official status, and punish him according to the law."
After hearing Meng Yi's ruthless words, Zhao Gao collapsed on the ground, his face full of despair.
He himself was a master of law in the Qin State, and he knew the laws by heart. How could he not know what fate he would end up in?
Zhao Gao was born in the Hidden Palace, with a humble background. He suffered a lot when he was young, and finally climbed to his current position. He has always cherished his current life.
He usually adheres to his words and deeds, fearing that if he makes a mistake, he will become a lowly person again.
That Fan Yi once saved his life in the Hidden Palace, and the kindness was restored.
When Zhao Gao first became prosperous, he was high-spirited and did not have a strong sense of urgency. When he saw his former benefactor asking for help, he recommended Fan Yi to a vacant position in the imperial palace with his authority, and Quan should repay his kindness.
Later, as Zhao Gao became more familiar with the law, he secretly regretted that he had not done enough in this matter.
It is enough to repay the favor with gifts of gold, jade, and jewels. However, recommending someone to serve will leave a hidden danger for oneself.
But it was a done deal, and it was too late for Zhao Gao to regret it. As time passed, Fan Yi never had any problems, so Zhao Gao gradually forgot about it.
Unexpectedly, this hidden danger suddenly broke out today, and once it came, it would send him into despair.
While Zhao Gao was deeply regretful, he was also full of resentment towards Meng Yi.
The law is nothing more than human feelings.
Qin Wangzheng did not send himself to the Tingwei Mansion for a formal trial, but called you Meng Yi to the side hall. Isn't it clear to you, Meng Yi, what this means?
A good person would not dare to act against the law, but a good person should be punished by the law.
Zhao Gao's eyes were full of hatred, and he wanted to eat Meng Yi alive.
However, Meng Yi didn't look at him at all. He stood in the hall with his head held high and his chest upright, which made Qin Wangzheng couldn't help but nod.
Officials who enforce the law impartially can become the pillars of the country.
"Your Majesty! Your Majesty!"
"Please, Your Majesty, please spare my life for the sake of my hard work and loyalty."
"Your Majesty, please spare my life."
Zhao Gao lay on the ground, grabbing the ground with his head, and made a miserable cry for mercy.
Meng Yi made a judgment on behalf of the Tingwei Mansion. If nothing happens, he, Zhao Gao, and Fan Yi will be killed by Qin Fa.
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In today's world, the only person who can save Zhao Gao is Qin Wangzheng.
Qin Wangzheng was aloof, listening to Zhao Gao's mournful voice and seeing that his most trusted confidant was now trembling all over and crying into tears.
Qin Wangzheng glanced at the palace.
Wei Liao closed his eyes and leaned against the pillar, as if everything in the palace had nothing to do with him.
Yao Jia looked on expressionless and coldly. He would only harm people, not save them.
Qin Wangzheng looked outside the palace.
"Zhao Tuo."
He called out.
"only."
Zhao Tuo was so excited that he quickly entered the palace, saluted respectfully and said, "Please give me your orders, Your Majesty."
Qin Wangzheng stared at the young man and said, "You must have known about this matter outside the palace. I ask you, in your opinion, should Zhao Gao die?"
Zhao Tuo was shocked when he heard this.
The King of Qin actually gave himself the power to decide Zhao Gao's life?
He looked at Zhao Gao who was lying on the ground.
Zhao Gao also raised his head and looked at Zhao Tuo.