Jiang Zheng's face was solemn and complicated, and he was in a dilemma. After a while, he finally broke out and shouted madly: "Why, why! I, Jiang Zheng, didn't get a penny, but I died for them, and even took the lives of my family. If I had known
, I don’t want to be such a bitch official anymore, anything that is upright and upright, anything that benefits one party, it’s all bullshit from him/mother!”
Li Xiaotian said: "If I had known today, why would I do it in the first place?"
Huh haha.
Jiang Zhengchang laughed and said confidently: "If I had known it earlier, why would I bother you now? Your Excellency is a man in the clouds. He is below one person and above ten thousand people. If anything happens, you can report it to the Holy One. But what about local officials like me? If we encounter
What should you do if you are threatened with a higher official position than your Excellency? If you obey, you will be fine for a short time. If you don't comply, not to mention losing your position as state pastor, you will not be able to protect your property and life. If you were me, what choice would you make?
?”
"Choice? Then there is no need to make a choice. Of course, I choose to join the others." Li Xiaotian said without thinking. Jiang Zheng didn't believe his ears and was stunned. Li Xiaotian continued: "Can you guarantee that you won't get a penny?
"
Jiang Zheng immediately raised his hand and swore: "I, Jiang Zheng, swear with the lives of my whole family that if I take advantage of a single cent of tax revenue, God will strike me with thunder and deduct even a cent of the people's anointing, and I will never be able to..."
"Come on, come on, I didn't do it if I didn't do it, and there's no need to swear such a vicious oath." Before Jiang Zhengchao could say the word "sheng", Li Xiaotian interrupted, and then sighed: "I know it's not easy for you, life is what it is.
The art of compromise. Some people only care about compromise, but you compromise very artistically. To be honest, I actually started to appreciate you a little."
Jiang Zheng looked confused and felt that Li Xiaotian was confused and didn't know what he meant.
"Let's do this. You tell the people behind you and give me the tax accounts that they have embezzled over the years. If you are willing to trust me, I can not only keep your family safe, but also allow you to continue doing this."
How about one state’s pastoral care?”
Li Xiaotian was moved by his feelings and felt that this Chiang was just a man he could create, but he just couldn't help himself. Moreover, even if he didn't say it, Li Xiaotian probably knew who the person behind the scenes was, and he could compare to him for his position as a first-class minister.
Even higher, who else but the royal family members, the royal family members who dare to be so blatant, are probably the queens and princes, my money was tainted by my wife, we are all a family, no one can use it, so
After thinking about it, Jiang Zheng really did not commit any serious crime. In addition, when the time comes to write the memorial, a little polishing of the pen and ink will definitely ensure his safety.
Hearing Li Xiaotian's vow, Jiang Zheng felt that he was only a first-class minister. He had just taken office not long ago, so how could he influence the emperor's thoughts? Moreover, he agreed too easily, so he thought it was unreliable. But when he thought about his wife, children, and children, he wanted to take a gamble.
, dilemma, hesitation.
At this time, Jiang Zheng and his wife He suddenly ran into the court, knelt down with a plop, and said urgently with a cry: "Sir, please forgive me, my officials have always been upright and upright. Except for their salary, they have never received any unjust punishment."
He also took the initiative to fund the construction of a private school. He was also devoted to the slave family. Until now, he has never taken concubines. He is really a good official for the people. Otherwise, how could Tongzhou have a prosperous population? If not for the queen's coercion and instructions, in order to protect his family, the official
How could a person do such a shameful thing? The officials were forced to do nothing. This is the detailed account book of the Queen's tax collection over the years. I hope you will spare your life!"
Saying that, Mr. He took out the account book and presented it to Li Xiaotian.
Li Xiaotian took the account book, took a rough look at it, and said: "Although the person behind the scenes and the account book are not your responsibility, the problem has finally been solved. Whether you believe it or not, my promise is still valid."
Jiang Zhenghe burst into tears of gratitude when he heard this.
After a period of fright and surprise, Jiang Zhenghe and his wife resigned with satisfaction.
In the courtroom, only Li Xiaotian, Geng Nian and Lei Ming were left.
"Commander Geng, you have been with His Majesty for so long, do you think His Majesty will let him go?" Li Xiaotian asked suddenly. Even though what he just said was conclusive, he had just taken office after all, and he didn't know much about Yang Qianren's temper.
If you make a mistake in judgment, it will be terrible.
Geng Nian said calmly: "I never speculate on the holy will."
A very stable answer, it is said in vain.
Lei Ming couldn't help but analyze: "I think your king will definitely keep him. In this era of materialistic desires, Jiang Zheng can still maintain his original intention of being an official. He is a rare talent. Besides, this corrupt person
It’s not someone else, it’s just the left hand flowing into the right hand. Jiang Zheng is also forced to be helpless. Due to emotions and reasons, he must be okay, otherwise, I can only say that your great king of the Qiu Kingdom is fatuous."
Geng Nian heard Lei Ming insulting Yang Qianren and gave him a sharp look.
"Brother, our Lei family is also a famous family in the Shengyuan Continent. I am not scared." Lei Ming responded domineeringly. Seeing Gengnian's face becoming angry, his face changed, and he was scared for a second. He apologized hurriedly: "I'm sorry, I take it back.
The last sentence."
The slap in the face came so quickly that Li Xiaotian couldn't help laughing.
Lei Ming rolled his eyes at Li Xiaotian and said, "You are right, life is an art of compromise."
Li Xiaotian smiled and replied: "Watch it carefully, study hard, and follow me. Not only will you make a lot of money, but you will also learn about life."
With that said, Li Xiaotian walked out of the courtroom.
Lei Ming followed closely and said: "No, I didn't make any money this time. I said, you are not just a corrupt official behind you, are you?"
Li Xiaotian shrugged and said he didn't know.
At this time, Lei Ming suddenly saw the nine imperial guards standing neatly outside, and realized that that guy was bluffing Jiang Zheng. He had not sent anyone to the counties to conduct population surveys at all. It seemed that he had already figured out that Jiang Zheng was
I can't stop my sharp three-inch tongue.
"Eighteen years old, eighty years old city." Lei Ming sighed secretly.
As soon as he returned to the wing, Li Xiaotian began to write the memorial for the Tongzhou patrol. The content was basically written truthfully, including the fact that the queen forced Jiang Zheng to underreport the population corruption and tax evasion. The account books proved that the amount was huge, nearly four million gold coins.
Finally, I said a few good words to help Jiang Zheng, probably saying that he was helplessly forced to join in the corruption, but his nature was still good. In the face of huge interests, he did not take any money, which was against the law, but he was excusable. I hope that Your Majesty
This can be treated leniently.
After the memorial was written, Li Xiaotian asked the Tongzhou envoy to send it to Kyoto.
Autumn Kingdom, Kyoto, Shang'an Castle.
Yang Qianren sent Li Xiaotian to inspect the country. People in the official circles were still at a loss until Cao Qing, the governor of Pianzhou, secretly increased the corvée and was corrupt and perverted the law. Li Xiaotian found out and supervised the investigation. Everyone suddenly realized that this guy was going to fight corruption. It has to be said.
, this guy is really a genius. He wants to use the slogan of cracking down on corrupt officials to achieve the goal of adding one thousandth to the national treasury and gain both fame and fortune. This trick is really clever. No wonder he is emboldened and continues to sweep away like this.
Not to mention one in a thousand, but even one percent is possible.
Some are happy and some are sad.
The Royal Palace, Kunning Hall, and the Queen's Bedroom.
"Zhen'er, how are things going in Tongzhou?" Queen Liu Sisi asked while sitting in front of the case painting.
"Queen mother, please relax. Jiang Zheng sent someone to deliver the last batch of taxes a few days ago. You also know that guy, who thinks he is righteous. For so many years, he has not accepted any benefits. As long as he has a reliable mouth, his surname is Lu.
There will definitely be nothing found." Yang Zhen replied nonchalantly.
"I heard that this Lu Shangshu is not a simple person. He fought with the ministers in the court and still got the upper hand. He also told me about the riddles of Linxian Pavilion and climbing to the top of the mountain during the Shangyuan Festival. Jia'er also told me that if you can climb to the seventh floor, you will get the upper hand.
Your father appreciates you and cannot be underestimated." Liu Sisi reminded.
Yang Zhen said disdainfully: "Isn't it just the Minister of the Ministry of Household Affairs? Why make such a fuss?"
"I also heard that he is a casual cultivator who has been living in the mountains for many years. How is his cultivation?" Liu Sisi asked.
Seeing that Liu Sisi kept talking about Li Xiaotian, Yang Zhen was a little impatient and said: "It's not bad, the seventh level of meridians."
Liu Sisi frowned slightly: "You are young, your cultivation level is not low, your mind is smart, he is a talent, and he is worth winning over. If you have time, bring him to see me."
"Mother, it's really not that bad. Grandpa has a lot of masters in the channeling stage, and there are also many strong ones in the three elixir realms. Why should you sacrifice yourself for a minister?" The dignified prince went to show his kindness to the Hubu who had no real power.
Minister, he will not do this kind of thing that lowers his status.