In the court hall, the emperor's face was as black as coal.
It was originally a matter of going down the steps, but I didn't expect so many people to object.
And those who opposed it happened to be the political opponents of King Qin.
Is it a coincidence?
No, it's a tacit understanding.
This kind of tacit understanding made the emperor afraid, because in the eyes of these people, their stance was higher than right and wrong.
This is something the emperor will never allow.
Xiao Pingsi was about to speak, but when he saw Zhuge Qingshan wave his hand to him, he fell silent.
Zhuge Qingshan looked at Qin Shiyi, and then glanced at the noisy crowd. The officials immediately shut up and did not dare to say anything.
The majesty of the old chief minister is still there.
After all, he is the chief minister, and all decrees and policies need to be implemented by the cabinet, so all parties do not provoke him.
Once one's own plans are blocked by the cabinet, it will not be fun.
"My lords, are you trying to uphold justice, or are you forming a clique to resist the law?" Zhuge Qingshan asked coldly.
If the emperor asked this question, it would appear to be selfish.
But when asked by the first assistant, justice should be spoken with righteousness, and justice will be in people's hearts.
"..." The ministers were silent. They did not dare to say that they had no selfish motives in front of Zhuge Qingshan.
Because this old man truly has no selfish motives, serves the country wholeheartedly, and never joins any party.
"Master Zhuge, we are just adhering to legal principles!" Qin Shiyi was not afraid at all. He was the censor and the cabinet could not control it.
He even dared to scold the emperor on a whim, but the chief minister of the cabinet really couldn't deter him.
Zhuge Qingshan held up his hands and smiled: "Master Qin, if you insist on holding on to legal principles, are you really insisting on justice, or is it because you don't like His Highness King Qin's participation in politics?"
"Haha, the words of Lord Chief Assistant are heart-breaking. Don't dare to be fooled by this official...Xiaguan is the censor of Zuodu. Any mistakes inside and outside the imperial court can be blamed!"
Qin Shiyi was very tough, but he was indeed right.
The censor has very little power and can only make small reports.
But at the same time, the censor has great power. He can make a small report on anyone anytime, anywhere, without any evidence!
Whether it is the officials who have made mistakes or the emperor's words and deeds, the censor can give legal advice.
This is also the value of the existence of the Yushitai. Many cases in which officials protect each other are only reported for strict investigation because of the strong support of the Yushitai. Their achievements cannot be overemphasized.
"Master Qin deserves to be commended for his dedication to his duties, but I believe that we should not be pedantic." Zhuge Qingshan said calmly.
Pedantic?
Qin Shiyi and other officials looked at each other in confusion.
You, a fifty-year-old man, call me, a man in my thirties, pedantic?
Is it the other way around?
Zhuge Qingshan continued: "In the case of Yue Pingchuan, it is now clear that the purpose of the rebellious Xiao Luoye was to bring down His Highness the King of Qin... Mr. Qin, you follow the rebellious thoughts and firmly support it, do you also want to bring down the King of Qin?
Your Highness?"
Sitting on the dragon throne, the emperor raised his eyebrows and smiled slightly.
"Master Zhuge, these words are too heartbreaking!" Qin Shiyi was shocked and turned pale. This was no joke.
The censor can criticize as much as he likes, but he cannot form cliques, and the decision to support rebellion is even more dangerous.
This sentence deserves two hats!
Zhuge Qingshan smiled and said calmly: "Master Qin, if you think about it carefully, Treason wants to overthrow His Highness King Qin, so naturally we have to go against Treason's idea, otherwise wouldn't we be allowing Treason to succeed?"
"this……"
"Master Qin, do you think what I said is reasonable?" Zhuge Qingshan said with a smile.
Haha, you, Qin Shiyi, are not ready to fight with me.
"Master Chief Assistant... what he said makes sense, but the lower officials are pedantic..." Qin Shiyi took a deep breath, took a deep look at Zhuge Qingshan, and then retreated to the Yushitai officials.
"Hahaha... As expected of the old chief minister, Mr. Qin was speechless for the first time." Xiao Chaoguo laughed in front of the audience, which was very rude.
But the emperor didn't scold him because he just wanted to laugh like that, but he had to pay attention to his appearance.
It was good for Xiao Chaoguo to smile for him.
The courtiers also wanted to laugh, but they did not dare to laugh so loudly and did not want to offend Qin Shiyi.
After all, this troll has no taboos and dares to troll anyone. It is not a good thing to offend him.
"..." Qin Shiyi looked unhappy, but he couldn't say anything else. He just felt that the quarrel was not good this time, so he would find another place next time!
Zhuge Qingshan came to the emperor and said, "Your Majesty, please forgive His Highness the King of Qin again, so as not to let his rebellious intentions succeed."
"The ministers second the proposal..." The ministers seconded the proposal, but no one dared to speak against it.
Otherwise, Zhuge Qingshan will backhand you and label you as a supporter of rebellion, and I'm afraid it will be difficult for the gods to save you.
"In this case, I have no choice but to comply with the wishes of the ministers..." Xiao Pingsi said helplessly, as if he was a little reluctant.
…
"Your Majesty, I would like to thank you for your kindness!" In the Splendid Palace, the concubine knelt down to thank the emperor for his kindness.
After half a month, this was the emperor's first visit to the Splendid Palace. Before, he had to deliberately ignore the concubine, but now it was no longer necessary.
"Get up, I have wronged you mother and son before, but I didn't realize it clearly."
Concubine Xian knelt and shook her head: "How can I not understand His Majesty's love and care... This time Your Majesty will strictly investigate King Yu, I and Chen'er will both understand His Majesty's intentions!"
Xiao Ping was sullen: "Nonsense! I am strictly investigating King Yu to clarify the legal principles and for the soldiers and civilians who died and were injured in Qinzhou. How could I do it for your mother and son?"
"Yes, yes... I am thinking too much..." Concubine Xian pursed her lips and almost couldn't help but laugh.
After saying that, Concubine Xian stood up and served Xiao Pingsi to undress.
"It's difficult for me to go to King Qin's side. You have time to call him into the palace and comfort him for me." Xiao Pingsi instructed.
Concubine Xian smiled and said: "Chen'er is smart and filial, so he naturally understands His Majesty's love and care. There is no need for my concubine to comfort you."
"That's true..." Xiao Pingsi smiled, turned around and held up Concubine Xian's chin with one hand, and the two looked at each other lovingly.
"His Majesty……"
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Prince Qin's Mansion.
"Your Highness, will you accept the order?" Wang Feng said with a smile, feeling glad that he had not felt sorry for King Qin these days.
"Oh... I thank you father for your kindness!"
King Qin reacted and quickly received the imperial edict with a look of surprise on his face.
Things developed so fast and the news had not yet reached the palace, so King Qin did not understand why his majesty suddenly pardoned him.
Aren't you worried about the opinions of your clan members and courtiers?
Wang Feng saw that King Qin was puzzled, so he whispered: "Your Highness, we have understood the Yue Pingchuan case. It was King Yu who was behind the scenes and deliberately involved His Highness... Lord Zhuge vindicated His Highness in court, and Your Majesty just walked down the steps."
"King Yu, it's him..."
"Yes, yes, my father's love and care, how could I not know... Thank you so much, father-in-law for your suggestion."
Saying that, he handed out a money bag.
This time he was not blocked, so Wang Feng took it and smiled with satisfaction.
This is not considered a bribe, but a rule. As long as the eunuch delivering the message is good news, he will be rewarded.
"If His Highness is not surprised, this old slave will say a few more words..."
"Please give me some advice, father-in-law!" King Qin earnestly handed over his hand.
Wang Feng whispered: "Your Majesty has been troubled by many things recently. Your Majesty should work harder and share your worries more."
"What do you mean, father-in-law, to do more practical things and less to compete for interests?" King Qin's eyes lit up.
In the past, the King of Qin, who was caught in a party dispute, would not have paid much attention to this sentence.
But it's different now. After experiencing the ups and downs of human relationships, and realizing the truth that the court is nothing more than a connection of interests and no friendship at all... King Qin's situation has become bigger.
"Your Highness is smart, I take my leave..." Wang Feng left. He had said enough for today.
King Qin sent him out of the palace in person, and then came back with an excited look on his face.
"Father..." King Qin did not expect that his father would pardon him when there were so many other princes to choose from.
Although he was only not allowed to participate in government affairs, for the prince, this meant losing all his future.
This imperial edict probably implies that I have to work harder so that I can be reused.
Father still likes me... Thinking of this, King Qin was filled with energy.
Then, King Qin immediately thought of something, narrowed his eyes and sneered: "Ye family... Thirty years in the east of Hedong, thirty years in the west of Hexi... Haha, I didn't expect that I would come back so quickly!"
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When news of today's morning meeting reached Fangjiazhuang, Fang Jue was not surprised at all.
"Fang Jue, this incident is very sudden. Your Majesty seems to be deliberately trying to support King Qin again." Ye Hongyi said.
"Of course. Zhuge Qingshan, an old fox, can understand people's hearts with just one look. He naturally knows what His Majesty is thinking. He is just following the trend."
Fang Jue nodded: "Now it's interesting. King Qin has risen again, and he may even be favored even more."
"After all, King Yu couldn't find the weakness of King Qin, so he deliberately used Yue Pingchuan's rebellion to bring him down. This shows that King Qin is cautious and loyal, and His Majesty naturally likes him." Ye Hongyi will also focus on the key points.
"That's right...hehe..."
Fang Jue suddenly laughed: "I'm afraid someone will regret it again."
Ye Hongyi adjusted her clothes slightly, and immediately thought of who it was, and smiled bitterly: "Things in the world are unpredictable, I'm afraid my intestines will turn green."
