The Jade Rabbit sets in the west, and the Golden Crow rises in the east.
The next day, under the secret operation of King Zhongshun, after a morning of fermentation, the news of King Zhongshun's assassination in Daci'en Temple began to spread in Beijing.
"Sit back and watch the thieves holding troops at the emperor's feet and openly attacking and killing the clan. The military commanders of the five cities cannot absolve themselves of the blame!"
Under the guidance of thoughtful people, the fierce rhetoric in the impeachment memorial did not pay attention to the injured part of King Zhongshun, but aimed the attack at the Five Cities Military and Horse Division under the command of Jia Heng.
In the morning, several imperial censors from the Metropolitan Procuratorate impeached Jia Heng for not doing enough in the military and horse departments of the five cities. Perhaps he was wearing multiple hats, was incapable of doing the job, and was slacking off on his responsibilities.
There is also a memorial in the meantime that impeaches "Jia Heng is responsible for important duties such as royal robes, capital garrison, and public security. The safety of the emperor in the palace depends on a single thought. If things go on like this, there is a danger of unexpected events."
Several memorials were submitted to the General Affairs Department and copied to various government offices as usual. Because Jia Heng was very famous in Beijing, the impeachment memorial was spread by word of mouth and became a hot topic.
But the paradox is that the trend of one-sided public opinion has not completely formed, and the public officials of the Ministry of Science and Technology have not followed the trend of impeachment in a large scale.
Speaking of which, Jia Heng had just used his five-city army to suppress the rebellion in the Liwei camp in Beijing not long ago, and the aftermath was still unsolved.
This happened not long ago. Who dares to say that the Five Cities Soldiers and Horses Division is incompetent?
Therefore, more public opinions tend to believe that Jia Heng has limited energy and cannot take care of the Five Cities Military and Horse Division.
That is to say, issues that originally attracted little attention from the government and the opposition have come to the surface with the help of caring people.
Jia Heng actually controlled the Five Cities Military and Horse Division, Jingying, and Jinyi Mansion, and held many key positions. No one believed that he was rebelling, but he already had the ability to rebel and cause rebellion.
Just because he had previously led troops to suppress the rebellion, his loyalty had been verified, and the Holy Heart was unpredictable, for a while, some officials in Beijing focused their attention on the Daming Palace.
In the morning, Jia Heng had not sat down for long when he was summoned by the supervisor of the Daming Palace to enter the Daming Palace to present the memorial.
Daming Palace, inner study room
Not only Emperor Chongping, but also the chief minister of the cabinet, Yang Guochang, the Minister of Civil Service, Han Huang, and others were all there, waiting respectfully. In addition, there was also an acquaintance of Jia Heng, Jingzhao Yin Xulu.
Emperor Chongping sat behind the case, looked at the young man standing opposite, weighed the memorial in his hand, frowned and asked: "Tell me, what happened when King Zhongshun was assassinated? I heard someone said,
Were you also at Daci'en Temple yesterday?"
Jia Heng's face was solemn, he cupped his hands and said: "Reporting to Your Majesty, yesterday Weichen and his wife went to Ci'en Temple to offer incense. On the way, they met King Zhongshun and his concubine and many other female relatives who entered the temple to offer incense. Weichen left the palace after that. After that, I heard that the old man
The prince was assassinated by a hidden assassin. The minister was extremely shocked. He immediately went to the Five Cities Military and Horse Division to take charge and personally deployed patrol soldiers to search for the prisoners. However, the prisoners were too cunning and could not escape the attack, so they hid in the dark. However, the minister had already
Let the detectives of Jinyi Mansion secretly investigate the matter. I think with Jinyi's ability, there should be results in these two days. As for Prince Zhongshun, he once ordered Chang Shi to have his ministers block the city gate and arrest the criminals. I was concerned about the recent incident in Shenjing City.
The chaos just broke out, and if we continue to make a big fuss and disturb everyone, and then fail to adopt it, we will not expect to cause such a turmoil."
His words first clarified the responsibilities, and secondly gave Emperor Chongping an option. I'm afraid someone will take advantage of this turmoil to cause trouble.
Emperor Chongping's expression showed no emotion or anger. He pondered for a long time, looked at Dai Quan aside, and asked: "What are the casualties in Prince Zhongshun's house?"
Dai Quan whispered: "I heard that the prince suffered some injuries, and a lady was seriously injured. Several princesses were frightened, but there were no other casualties."
Emperor Chongping frowned, his eyes filled with coldness.
Secretly, he took a bunch of women to a pure place in Buddhism, only to be ambushed by gangsters. This sounds ridiculous.
After thinking for a while, he ordered: "Let the imperial doctor from the Imperial Hospital come over for diagnosis and treatment."
After all, as the head of the clan, it is not good for him to remain indifferent.
Jia Heng cupped his hands and said: "Your Majesty, it will take time to solve this case. I have been busy with the army reorganization in the capital recently, and I feel that my mind and body are haggard. I have been neglectful in responding to the public security affairs of the Five Cities Soldiers and Horses Division, and I feel that I am not qualified to serve as a soldier in the Five Cities."
For the post of Ma Si, please ask your Majesty to select another talented person to take on the important task of public security in the capital."
His move was to retreat in order to advance, and he resigned from the military command of the five cities to avoid impeachment.
After all, everyone suspected that he was in danger of something unexpected. If he did not resign from the post of the Five Cities Military and Horse Division, it would not be in line with the moral code of this era of fear and avoidance of disaster.
As for whether Emperor Chongping would agree?
Soon after, the King of Wei went to the Military and Horse Division of the Five Cities to observe the administration. He appointed him as a meritorious officer, and Emperor Chongping also counted on him to take care of his son.
Emperor Kuang has always had a firm mind, and it can be said that he has his own set of balanced skills in arranging personnel for the court.
Take the cabinet as an example. The dispute between Han and Yang has not yet ended, and Xu has to be introduced again, which makes people unpredictable.
He has proven his ability and loyalty to the security of the capital. The emperor has no reason to replace him. Youth is not his shortcoming, but his advantage.
Sure enough, Emperor Chongping raised his thin brows, his eyes were aggressive, and his imperial aura was even a little oppressive. He said in a deep voice: "You have not been in charge of the affairs of the Military and Horse Department of the Five Cities for a long time. You first rectified the chaos of the Three Rivers in the East City, so that all industries prospered and business started.
Huo Zhong is full of vitality. Not long ago, he tried his best to save the crisis and protect Shenjing from military disasters. How can I not do the job? Don't listen to some criticism and avoid disaster. I can trust you!"
The previous rebellion in the capital camp would have almost resulted in a catastrophe if the young man in front of him had not used the five-city army to put an end to the rebellion in time.
As for what the memorial said, "Heng held many critical positions, and there was a risk of unexpected events," it is pure nonsense.
Li Zan is now in charge of the Beijing camp. As for the governors of the 12 regiments and camps below, not long ago, he summoned several generals with acceptable talents to the palace to report their military situation, and he has won the hearts of some generals.
To put it bluntly, why are all the generals in their thirties and forties who have spent half their lives in the military willing to take orders from such a young man who is not as good as a weakling?
If he hadn't personally given him the Emperor's Sword, who would have listened to a young man's orders?
No matter how talented this young man is, it won't work.
Such is the human heart.
Gan Luo Twelve worshiped as the Qin State's Shangqing, but he was only a Shangqing.
As for whether in the future, the generals of the Jingying School will come out of Jia Heng's sect, and he will become a leader. Not to mention that he was in his prime in the Spring and Autumn Period and had many defensive measures. Let's just say that Jia Heng has made immortal achievements and does not have the love of life and death. Who can
Dare you trust me with your wealth and life?
This is Emperor Chongping!
Emperors are good at controlling people. If this emperor didn't even have the confidence to control people's hearts, he wouldn't be as powerful as a dark horse.
Yang Guochang, the chief minister of the cabinet, frowned secretly when he heard Emperor Chongping's earnest words of solicitation for the young man to stay. Such favor means that Jia Heng is young, otherwise he would be like a thorn in the back.
And Xu Lu also frowned tightly. He felt that the emperor had said this too much. It was a disaster rather than a blessing to treat a minister with such kindness.
When Jia Heng heard what Emperor Chongping said, his figure was shaken, his face was moved, he saluted and paid homage, and said in a trembling voice: "I thank the Holy One for your trust, but even if I am shattered to pieces, it is difficult to repay the Holy One for his kindness."
Emperor Chongping seemed to be relieved and said: "If you want to do something, you will always attract criticism. Since Yang Zhenggong's asthma and cough have relapsed in old age and he can no longer handle affairs, chaos and chaos have emerged one after another. Yesterday, Yang Zheng
The Duke has returned home. I feel pity for his old age and allow his request. Now the position of Zuodu Censor is vacant. The cabinet will soon draft candidates and hold court meetings to confirm the candidates. The Metropolitan Procuratorate must be strictly rectified and corrected.
Impeach the trend of fantasy."
Emperor Chongping raised a new topic this time.
Regarding the personnel appointment of the Metropolitan Procuratorate, Xu Lu was summoned here, and the intention was not obvious.
Han Huang, the Minister of the Ministry of Personnel, cupped his hands and said: "Your Majesty, there are still many things to be done before the year. There is a vacancy in the general constitution. Can we discuss it again next year?"
Emperor Chongping said: "At the beginning of the new year, all major policies must be carried out. Let's discuss it before the year and confirm the candidates as soon as possible, so as not to delay the grand plan of the capital inspection!"
This was Emperor Chongping's intention of urgently transferring Xu Lu to the Metropolitan Procuratorate, taking advantage of the capital inspection next year to rectify the official administration and prepare for the reform of the official administration next year.
When the cabinet ministers in the palace heard the discussion from the capital inspector, they frowned and had different thoughts.
Yang Guochang's heart skipped a beat, and a hint of gloom appeared in his old eyes.
The imperial inspection plan is carried out every six years, and next year happens to be the year of the imperial inspection. The emperor is very determined to refresh the official administration, so Xu Deqing is used now, and he will not give up until he completely muddies the officialdom of the Han Dynasty.
And remembering that the imperial inspection was usually jointly led by the Minister of the Ministry of Personnel, the Imperial Censor of Zuodu, and the Imperial Censor of Henan Province, Yang Guochang glanced at Han Huang beside him, and his heart became even more worried.
If the Zhejiang Party takes the opportunity to eliminate dissidents, it must take precautions in advance.
"Ziyu, please get up first." Emperor Chongping looked at Jia Heng and said, "Yesterday, Li Shangshu came to the palace to report something to me. I will imitate Taizu Taizong and hold a military parade and martial arts performance on the first day of next year.
I thought it was fair and reasonable, so I accepted it, how have you prepared for this matter?"
Jia Heng cupped his hands and said: "Your Majesty, all the ministries are still conducting exercises in an orderly manner, and the elimination of the old and weak in the Beijing camp is also proceeding in an orderly manner."
I secretly sighed at the emperor's wisdom and imitated Taizu Taizong. Whoever wants to obstruct him would be at odds with the ancestors of Chen Han.
Emperor Chongping heard the words, nodded, and said in a deep voice: "This matter must be handled carefully. The top priority is above all other things. The rectification of the Beijing camp has gone through many twists and turns, and now the results are clear. We are about to let the government and the public
The results have been seen, and we have strengthened our determination to organize the army and practice martial arts."
When Yang Guochang heard this, his brows furrowed even more tightly and his heart became irritable.
"Li Zan is a man who seeks to gain military morale for personal fame and undermines the civil and military system. It is really abominable!"
Because Li Zan previously risked his life and death to appease the Beijing camp, and now the Holy Emperor is more and more obedient to his words on military matters. How many years has it been since these military parades and military exercises were a waste of people and money?
At the beginning, the Supreme Emperor also held a military parade, but what was the result? He resorted to violence and used weapons indiscriminately, leading to the fall of Liaodong.
"The Holy One now favors traitors and cruel officials, and the situation in the court is getting more and more chaotic." Yang Guochang felt a deep worry in his heart. He was powerless to stop it from the Metropolitan Procuratorate, and the military parade must be blocked.
Otherwise, once this system is activated, the warrior who has finally suppressed it will raise its head.
However, Jia Heng did not know that Yang Guochang, the chief minister of the cabinet, was "concerned about the country and the people." After Chen Zhuo finished his work, Emperor Chongping did not stay long. When he was about to send Jia Heng back, he suddenly remembered something and said: "The Chinese New Year is about to come, and the Ministry of Internal Affairs has sent a message.
If you take the approved door gods and peach charms and replace them, it will be considered auspicious."
When Jia Heng heard this, he bowed his hands and said thanks: "I thank you, Your Majesty, for your kindness."
Generally speaking, the emperor would not give money to his ministers, but only food, clothing and other things.
And at this juncture, giving him the door god and peach charm is undoubtedly a signal to the officials: "I don't believe it, you don't need to say anything else!"
As for who is the goalkeeper, is it him, or is it the emperor's security guarantee?
Maybe a bit of both.
Prince Zhongshun's Mansion
In the wing room, King Zhongshun was lying on the bed, with several young maids serving him, asking: "Is it visible?"
Zhou Changshi smiled and said: "The Holy Emperor sent eunuchs to Ningguo Mansion to convey the decree. Your Majesty, the impeachment memorial is effective."
King Zhongshun sneered and said: "I know that he is now in charge of the three yamen and has key positions. Loyalty and betrayal can only occur in a thought. Just a reminder of this matter is enough to make people sit on pins and needles."
There are also the following words lurking in the bottom of my heart. The fourth brother is so jealous. This reminder will definitely send the boy to the Five Cities Military and Horse Division.
When he thought of the Five Cities Soldiers and Horses Division, King Zhongshun felt nauseated.
Such a key yamen in charge of public security in Shenjing should not have such a rebellious and domineering person in charge.
Why he went to Da Ci'en Temple to offer incense before was because he didn't even think about commanding the soldiers of the Five Cities Military and Horse Division. He just subconsciously felt that Jia Heng's son was arrogant and would not give him face.
Now I'm fine, at least I can do his job.
Well, thinking about it this way, this assassination can be regarded as a blessing and a curse?
Just when King Zhongshun was thinking wildly, the servant outside reported: "Your Majesty, the young prince has returned from the Wucheng Army and Horses Division."
When Chen Rui was mentioned, King Zhongshun's face darkened and he said irritably: "Come back as soon as you come back."
Rui'er spent seven days squatting in the military prison of the Five Cities, bringing shame to the palace, and the culprit of all this was Jia Heng's son.
But in the courtyard, the young prince Chen Rui came in from the outside, sat in the flower hall, and was talking to Concubine Wu.
At this time, Concubine Wu took the young prince Chen Rui's arm and asked with concern: "Rui'er, you have suffered a lot. Look, you have lost weight because of hunger. Did anyone beat you in the Wucheng Army and Horse Division?"
Chen Rui was obviously a little impatient with Concubine Wu's concern and said: "Concubine, everything in the Wucheng Army and Horse Division is fine. No one came to fight. I just helped with the seven days."
When Concubine Wu heard this, she secretly breathed a sigh of relief and comforted her: "Rui'er, we have learned a lesson this time. What kind of horse do you think you and that Xianning are buying? Not to mention how tall you are like her."
If you want her at Sui, just say that she is the daughter of a noble concubine and the niece of the queen. It is not easy to offend her randomly, otherwise she will not be invited as a raft."
Mentioning the old events, Chen Rui's eyes were full of evil, and he said in a hateful voice: "What my mother and concubine said is right, that Jia Heng was using his son to make a raft to please Xianning."
Concubine Wu saw her son's sinister and ferocious look that resembled that of King Zhongshun, and she felt annoyed in her heart. She complained: "Okay, don't hold grudges against me. It's not worth it to fight to the death for such a big thing."
when."
She was afraid. She had heard some rumors recently. Jia Heng was a man who didn't care about his life. It was said that he even used King Qi as a raft. Such a ignorant person could only run rampant for a while, but he would not be rampant for long.
Chen Rui said: "I can't swallow this breath!"
"Okay, do you know what happened to me today when I went to Ci'en Temple to offer incense for my mother?" Concubine Wu whispered, distracting her son's attention.
Chen Rui became angry and asked: "What?"
Concubine Wu looked frightened and whispered: "My mother almost lost her life in Ci'en Temple. An assassin attacked and killed your father. Thanks to your father's good fortune, he escaped with his life."
"Something happened to my father. Who is so bold as to assassinate the clan?" Chen Rui's face changed drastically, he was shocked and angry.
Does anyone dare to assassinate the clan?
Eat the heart of a bear and the gall of a leopard!
Concubine Wu sighed: "Now let the Five Cities Soldiers and Horses Division investigate, and they haven't found out the ugly Yinmao yet. But you have been able to live in peace in the house these days. Maybe the assassin will come back and attack you again."
In her opinion, if the assassin is not caught for a day, there is a possibility of assassination again at any time. If the assassin feels bad about assassinating me and wants to repay the hatred of father and son, she...
Chen Rui was also shocked by what he said, and asked anxiously: "Where is my father at the moment? I'll go take a look."
"It's okay, it's just in the backyard. Your father is injured. As a son, you should go and visit." Concubine Wu said softly.
Chen Rui said yes and walked quickly towards the backyard.
But when Chen Rui approached the courtyard where King Zhongshun was, he heard a roaring voice like thunder: "Jia Heng, son!"
King Zhongshun listened to the latest report from Zhou Shun, the chief historian, and his eyes almost burst into flames. He had been planning for a long time, but he found nothing, and even rewarded and comforted him. What was even more chilling was that he gave Jia a gift made by the Ministry of Internal Affairs.
Hang.
So, this is... a warning?
Warn him for hooking up with the censor?
As soon as I thought about this, I sat up suddenly, and my butt suddenly felt injured. I let out an "ouch" in pain, and I felt resentful in my heart and cursed:
"Jia Heng's son is hateful and can be killed!"
When Chen Rui heard the angry voice, his scalp felt numb, and he decided to come back at another time.
By coincidence, a servant called out: "My young prince, my prince calls you to come in."
