In the name of assisting in the investigation, Zheng Yicheng was quickly received by Prince Zhu Heyu.
In fact, Zhu Heyu was busy sorting out the box of evidence left by Zhu Hezeng at this time, and did not have much spare time. He originally did not intend to waste time meeting Zheng Yicheng.
However, Zheng Yicheng took the initiative to express his desire to actively cooperate with Zhu Heyu. This attitude was undoubtedly an unexpected surprise for Zhu Heyu, who was now alone.
After all, Zheng Yicheng is the parent official of Luoyang Mansion. With his full assistance, many things can be done with half the effort.
What's more, Zheng Yicheng had always treated Zhu Heyu with a respectful distance in the past, but now he actively expressed his cooperation. This change can be said to be hard-won, and it is as good as a horse's bones.
Therefore, Zhu Heyu not only deliberately took time out of his busy schedule to meet with Zheng Yicheng, but also became close to him after the meeting. After discovering that Zheng Yicheng wanted to talk to him in secret, he only hesitated for a moment and waved away the factory guard beside him.
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Most of the factory guards around Zhu Heyu were the eyes and ears installed by Emperor Deqing and the Seventh Prince. When they left the room, although they were also curious about the conversation between Zhu Heyu and Zheng Yicheng, they were limited by the lack of manpower. At present,
We also have to focus on investigating the poisoning case of Zhu Hezeng, the eldest son of Prince Fu. At this time, we have no time to take care of other things.
Finally, after there was no one else in the room, Zheng Yicheng got straight to the point and directly introduced Li Chuanwen and Xiao Wenxuan to Prince Zhu Heyu.
On the other side, after hearing Zheng Yicheng's introduction, Zhu Heyu couldn't help but change his expression slightly.
Zhu Heyu knew very well that his impeachment of the vassals this time had greatly interfered with Zhao Junchen's future plans. Although he also had his own reasons and ideas, this approach would undoubtedly arouse Zhao Junchen's strong dissatisfaction.
With Zhao Junchen's current status and power, and with Zhu Heyu's current difficult situation, Zhu Heyu really couldn't afford the price of Zhao Junchen falling out with him.
However, Li Chuanwen and Xiao Wenxuan did not have any intention of raising an army to investigate. They still had a humble attitude when they saluted and paid greetings. They only handed over a secret letter from Zhao Junchen to Zhu Heyu.
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This secret letter had just arrived in Luoyang yesterday evening. Even Li Chuanwen and Xiao Wenxuan had not read the contents.
Estimating the time, when Zhao Junchen wrote this letter, he had already read Zhu Heyu's secret letter from Emperor Deqing, and had already guessed Zhu Heyu's true thoughts, but Emperor Deqing had not read it again at that time.
When the court meeting was held, Wang Youlun had not yet been appointed as the new imperial envoy to go to Luoyang to replace Crown Prince Zhu Heyu, so there was a certain lag in the news in the secret letter.
Zhu Heyu did not dare to neglect, and quickly opened the letter with a serious expression and read it carefully.
But soon, Zhu Heyu's originally tense and solemn expression gradually softened, and a hint of relaxation and joy appeared vaguely.
Obviously, Zhao Junchen had told Zhu Heyu in a secret letter that his plan had indeed produced positive results. Emperor Deqing was very moved by Zhu Heyu's sacrifice, and his attitude towards Zhu Heyu also changed to a certain extent.
Of course, Zhao Junchen's secret letter filled four pieces of paper, and these contents were obviously not all the news. Zhao Junchen must have also told Zhu Heyu many things in the secret letter.
After reading all the contents in the secret letter in detail, Zhu Heyu folded the secret letter and put it in his arms. Then he put on a smiling face and treated Li Chuanwen and Xiao Wenxuan with an extremely gentle and friendly attitude.
"I have long heard that Zhao Gechen's men are full of talents, and these two gentlemen are the core staff of Zhao Gechen's house, and they must have great talents. Now Zhao Gechen has arranged for these two gentlemen to come to Luoyang to assist me. I am also deeply impressed.
Thank you very much, I will definitely help you in the future, and I hope you two gentlemen can give me some advice!"
Well... I have carefully read Zhao Gechen's secret letter. Zhao Gechen's views can be said to be far-sighted, and I deeply agree with them, and I have benefited greatly from them, but I don't know what these two gentlemen have to say?"
As he spoke, Zhu Heyu's expression was full of recognition and admiration, but he did not relay the detailed content of the secret letter, but only vaguely asked Li Chuanwen and Xiao Wenxuan for their opinions.
After saying that, Zhu Heyu deliberately stood up and saluted Li Chuanwen and Xiao Wenxuan, as if he had completely trusted Li Chuanwen and Xiao Wenxuan, and did not think that the appearance of these two people at this time might also imply Zhao Junchen's
The meaning of surveillance.
Seeing Zhu Heyu's gesture, Li Chuanwen and Xiao Wenxuan couldn't help but feel flattered. They also thought that it might be much easier for them to assist the prince Zhu Heyu this time than they imagined.
It is precisely because of this that Li Chuanwen hesitated for a moment, and finally told the truth, saying: "To inform His Highness the Crown Prince, this secret letter from Zhao Gechen was only delivered to Luoyang City yesterday evening. Because without Zhao Gechen's instructions, we would not have received it."
I dare not open the secret letter to check it privately, so I have no idea of the contents of the secret letter. The deep meaning of Zhao Gechen is also vague. Now I am just following Zhao Gechen's arrangement and assisting you, the Crown Prince... So, I don't know yet.
We don’t dare to express our opinions at will until the details are detailed.”
Li Chuanwen's implication was that he hoped that Zhu Heyu could relay the details of Zhao Junchen's secret letter to them, and then they could act according to Zhao Junchen's ideas.
However, when Zhu Heyu discovered that Li Chuanwen and others did not know the details of the secret letter, a trace of relief flashed in his eyes.
Then, Zhu Heyu changed the subject, nodded slowly and said: "There is indeed a lot of confidential information in this secret letter that cannot be known to too many people. It is no wonder that Zhao Gechen deliberately hid it from a few people... However, some
The news is that the imperial court will soon arrange for a new imperial envoy to come to Luoyang City to replace me. After this new imperial envoy arrives in Luoyang, I will no longer have the authority to preside over the overall situation, so
Zhao Gechen reminded me that I must put everything in order before the new imperial envoy arrives in Luoyang, and I must not leave any loopholes or clues that will have a bad impact in the future... I have made enemies on all sides now, and I can no longer be found.
No reason for criticism!"
Speaking of the latter part, Zhu Heyu also laughed at himself.
But then, Zhu Heyu changed the subject again and said: "However, the situation in Luoyang changed too fast. When Zhao Gechen wrote this secret letter, he obviously had no way of knowing that Prince Fu's eldest son Zhu Hezeng was poisoned and assassinated. This
It is obviously a huge variable. It is not only a threat, but also an opportunity to turn things around... As long as this matter is taken advantage of, it will be enough to conclude the feudal clan's crimes of chaos and discipline. At that time, the feudal clan's power will be
I will be severely defeated and will no longer be able to retaliate against me, and I will become a hero in vigorously eradicating the long-standing abuses of the imperial court. The reputation of the government and the public will rise again, and the current difficult situation of being besieged on all sides can be greatly alleviated! ... So, like this
This opportunity is too good to miss, so I decided to give it a go, but I still hope that these two gentlemen and Magistrate Zheng can help me make it happen!"
After saying that, Zhu Heyu stood up again, without caring about his noble status, and bowed deeply to the people in front of him.
Seeing Zhu Heyu's gesture, whether it was Li Chuanwen, Xiao Wenxuan or Zheng Yicheng, they all felt more and more flattered and quickly stood up to return the favor.
However, after Li Chuanwen saw Zhu Heyu acting like a courteous and virtuous corporal, although he was a little moved, he felt something was wrong in his heart. He always felt that Zhu Heyu must have deliberately concealed something.
For example, there is some key information in Zhao Junchen’s secret letter.
Thinking of this, Li Chuanwen couldn't help but raise questions and asked: "His Royal Highness's idea is certainly excellent, but it is not easy to realize it smoothly. The power of the vassal is deeply rooted, and now we are working together.
We are enemies of His Highness the Crown Prince, and once the imperial court appoints a new imperial envoy, the new imperial envoy must work hard and travel under the stars and night. He will arrive in Luoyang soon. There is not much time left for us. In such a short period of time, we
How can we conclude the crimes of the vassal forces in one fell swoop? I'm afraid the chance is slim... Your Highness, in my opinion, it is better for us to remain silent at this time than to move. We will follow Zhao Gechen's ideas and try our best to deal with your situation.
Just don’t leave anyone with any clues about what time is doing in Luoyang City..."
However, Zhu Heyu once again showed his stubborn side at this time and ignored Li Chuanwen's advice. Instead, he waved his hand confidently and interrupted Li Chuanwen's words, saying in a deep voice: "If I am not sure, I will naturally not
Will take risks!
However, I have a key piece of news here that the two gentlemen and Magistrate Zheng don't know yet, that is... Prince Fu's eldest son Zhu Hezeng seemed to be on the side of the feudal sect before he was injured, but in fact he had already secretly decided to exterminate his relatives in a righteous way. Originally, he was
He wanted to wait until the critical moment to stand up and prove the crimes of the vassals, but unfortunately he was poisoned before he could play his role!
However, he had anticipated that his life would be in danger, so he prepared all the evidence he had in advance. Now that the evidence has fallen into my hands, I have taken a rough look at it. It not only includes the information about the "Eight Kings Boat Line"
A copy of the account books in the inner treasury of Prince Fu's Mansion, as well as his correspondence with vassals from various places over the years! With this evidence, as long as it is done properly, it is not impossible to conclusively conclude the crimes of the vassals.
thing!"
Zhu Heyu now only has a group of factory guards with doubtful positions around him. He really lacks reliable staff and helpers. He can only rely on himself for some things, which is inevitably a bit inadequate.
Therefore, he did not hesitate much at this time and directly revealed his most critical trump card to Li Chuanwen and others, hoping that Li Chuanwen and others could help him sort out all the evidence left by Zhu Hezeng and let these evidences be used
produce the greatest effect.
On the other side, Li Chuanwen, Xiao Wenxuan, and Zheng Yicheng were all shocked when they heard Zhu Heyu's explanation. They didn't expect that Zhu Heyu actually had a trump card that could turn the world around.
Seeing the incredulous expressions on Li Chuanwen and others, Zhu Heyu didn't say much. He just led the three of them directly to his room and let them see with their own eyes the box of account books and letters left by Zhu Hezeng.
After seeing these evidences with their own eyes, Li Chuanwen and others finally believed Zhu Heyu's statement and believed that it was indeed possible for Zhu Heyu to win the battle with the vassal forces before the new imperial envoy arrived in Luoyang.
In addition, Li Chuanwen and Xiao Wenxuan did not receive clear instructions from Zhao Junchen and had certain powers to act independently. Therefore, after discussing quietly for a while, the two of them finally decided to follow Zhu Heyu's eager eyes.
What He Yu wants to do is to use the evidence left by Zhu Hezeng to completely convict the feudal clan forces before the new imperial envoy arrives in Luoyang, so that the feudal clan forces will no longer be able to overturn and resist!
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"We originally came to Luoyang to assist His Highness the Crown Prince in his work under the instruction of Zhao Gechen. Now that His Highness the Crown Prince is confident, we will naturally do our best to help!"
After making the decision, Li Chuanwen, Xiao Wenxuan, and Zheng Yicheng made a guarantee to Zhu Heyu.
Among them, Xiao Wenxuan has always regarded Li Chuanwen as his teacher. Naturally, Li Chuanwen is the only one who follows his lead and does whatever Li Chuanwen says. However, Zheng Yicheng is a little confused and doesn't know why he suddenly wants to do something for Zhao Junchen when he is clearly planning to join Zhao Junchen.
Prince Zhu Heyu has done something, but now he has no room to retreat and can only take one step at a time.
After Zhu Heyu saw Li Chuanwen's promise, he was immediately overjoyed. He once again assumed the attitude of a polite corporal, expressed his gratitude to Li Chuanwen and others again and again, and promised to repay him afterwards.
Next, due to time constraints, no one knew when the new imperial envoy from the imperial court would arrive in Luoyang to take over everything. Zhu Heyu, Li Chuanwen and others did not waste any time, and immediately took action and began to sort out what Zhu Hezeng had done.
Copies of these account books and letters left behind.
Among the entire box of evidence, which evidence can directly play a role? Which evidence is not perfect enough and can easily be dismissed, and further support needs to be found? Which evidence cannot be easily made public because it is too implicated? Which evidence is of great importance and can be given to the public?
The power of the vassal clan is dealt a heavy blow. Do we need to pay close attention to it?
According to different situations, everyone summarized the evidence into categories and roughly figured out the specific situation of the evidence. They also had a rough assessment of the future development of the situation.
Li Chuanwen has strong meticulous skills and litigation experience, Xiao Wenxuan has excellent knowledge and quick thinking, and Zheng Yicheng, as the prefect of Luoyang, not only has good political vision, but also knows the local situation in Luoyang. Zhu Heyu has three of them
With their help, the progress of organizing and sorting out these evidences has naturally been greatly accelerated.
Of course, these progress are only the most preliminary results, and there are still many things waiting for them to be completed in the future.
In fact, if it were not for the assistance of Li Chuanwen and others, it would have taken Zhu Heyu at least three to five days to complete these things alone, and many omissions would inevitably have occurred.
By the time all these things came to an end, it was already midnight, the night was dark outside the window, the crescent moon was hanging, and everyone was a little tired.
Seeing the fatigue of Li Chuanwen and others, Zhu Heyu was in high spirits, and once again showed his polite and virtuous corporal side, personally arranging people to prepare supper for Li Chuanwen and others, and when everyone ate the supper together, Zhu Heyu was even more excited
Deliberately lowering oneself to eat at the same table with others, building closer relationships, and constantly praising everyone's abilities and functions.
As a result, although Li Chuanwen and others were exhausted, it was extremely useful. Even Zheng Yicheng, who was originally somewhat reluctant, could not help but eliminate part of his resistance at this time.
Finally, after everyone finished their supper, Li Chuanwen and Xiao Wenxuan left Prince Fu's Mansion with Zheng Yicheng, and agreed to meet again early tomorrow morning to discuss the next plan. Zhu Heyu also saw them off in person, as if he had already sent Li Chuanwen and others
Considered a confidant.
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However, it was said that when Li Chuanwen and Xiao Wenxuan followed Zheng Yicheng back to the Luoyang magistrate's office, they said goodbye to each other and went back to their rooms to rest.
However, when Li Chuanwen returned to his room, his expression became serious again. After carefully observing that no one was watching around the room, he took out a letter from his arms and opened it to check.
It turns out that Zhao Junchen's messenger sent not one, but two secret letters to Luoyang City last night!
The first secret letter was naturally the one forwarded to Prince Zhu Heyu, and Li Chuanwen did not have the authority to view it.
As for the existence of the second secret letter, not only Prince Zhu Heyu but also Xiao Wenxuan did not know about it. It was secretly given to Li Chuanwen by Zhao Junchen's messenger. According to the messenger, this secret letter
Only Li Chuanwen is allowed to view the contents, and he must wait until Li Chuanwen meets Prince Zhu Heyu before he can open and view it.
This matter obviously involves Zhao Junchen's confidential plan, so Li Chuanwen has been keeping tight-lipped and has no signs of leaking at all. Now when he was alone in the room, he couldn't wait to open the letter and read it.
However, although Li Chuanwen had long guessed that this secret letter must involve some of Zhao Junchen's most confidential plans, he himself had been used to seeing big storms over the years, but when he read the contents of this secret letter
After that, his expression still changed drastically, his eyes kept fluctuating, and his face became a little pale.
"No wonder he wanted me to see the content of this secret letter after meeting His Royal Highness... It turns out that this is Zhao Gechen's true thoughts! Zhao Gechen's deep intentions and hatred of design... are really... difficult to evaluate...