"It doesn't matter what I mean, but it's what Uncle Eighth means that matters. Uncle Eighth, what do you think?"
Although Li Xian's words still have some reservations, they have already hinted to such an extent. With Li Zhen's IQ, how could he not understand the meaning? There is only one thing, and that is for Li Xian to solve the mystery himself. If something bad happens in the future, Li Zhen can also have a way to maneuver around. Such a little trick can't be said to be very hidden. Li Xian knew very well, how could he fall for his evil deeds, so he laughed and laughed, and casually kicked the topic back to Li Zhen's feet.
"Haha, that is, that is, your highness is wise, but the old minister is ignorant, but, ah, it's just that this case is a vendetta. Although the revenge has been paid, there is no trace of where the murderer came from. Where is the old minister's responsibility? I have to worry, I wonder if Your Highness has any advice on this?"
Li Zhen's face was as thick as a city wall. Even though Li Xian saw through his little intentions on the spot, he didn't mean anything too obvious. He also laughed and revealed the matter with a simple word. He changed the topic and started talking again. The bottom line for Li Xian is here.
"Eighth Uncle is too polite. My father is very concerned about this case. He ordered Eighth Uncle to make an arbitrary decision. It is not something that I can easily comment on. It is really not worth it to say this. If it spreads out, someone may be accused." These people are going to talk nonsense again, you can’t do it, you can’t do it.”
Although Li Zhen is treacherous, Li Xian is more shrewd. Even if the two sides actually need to cooperate now, he never wants to leave any clue. When he should pretend to be confused, he pretends to be more like anyone else. What about his acting skills? There is as much wisdom as there is.
"Ah, this..., well, your Highness, you know that I am old and frail, and it is really beyond my ability to suddenly take on such a big responsibility. If I can get His Highness's help, I will be grateful."
Look, Li Xian was full of righteous indignation before, as if he really wanted to solve the case for Li Zhen, but in the blink of an eye, he was playing evasive tricks again. This kind of effort to turn his back is really amazing. Tight, even though Li Zhen has always prided himself on being smart, he still had to sigh in his heart. It was just a sigh. When it was time to bow his head, Li Zhen was not ambiguous. He lowered his body very low and acted like a weakling. He stood up and begged Li Xian to give him a "way to survive".
"Well, Uncle Eight is really putting me in a difficult situation. Tsk, this fact is difficult to handle. If something unexpected happens, I won't be able to explain it to my father."
Although he wants to be captured, he must first indulge himself. Li Xian is very familiar with the qualities that are necessary for an official. No matter how much he wants to settle the case, he will inevitably pull himself out. You have to do enough homework.
"Don't worry, Your Highness. If there is an accident, I will be responsible for it. I will never have anything to do with Your Highness. I can guarantee this with my life."
Having reaped the benefits from Li Xian, Li Zhen was really focused on closing the case. Although she also had the intention to bring Li Xian in, but thinking about it and seeing that she couldn't do it, Li Zhen gave up. Seeing that Li Xian was busy there, I couldn't help but feel a little anxious, and hurriedly made promises.
"I'm afraid this is inappropriate. Everyone in the court knows that Uncle Eight came to look for me today. This time he solved a major case. It's hard for me to do this."
Guarantees from politicians, especially empty talk, are never worth a copper penny. Li Xian does not believe that Li Zhenzhen will act as promised. If he does not come up with some practical information, how can Li Xian really reveal his trump card? .
"Ah, this..., Your Highness has any instructions, I will definitely obey them without any worries!"
He knew clearly that Li Xian was making trouble with him again, but Li Zhen didn't have the slightest temper. After all, people under the eaves couldn't bear to bow their heads.
"Uncle Eighth doesn't have to be like this. I still trust your words. So, I have a discount here. Can I ask Uncle Eight to sign it first?"
Li Xian has never been a generous person, and he has never been willing to lose money to earn praise. As for Li Zhen's so-called guarantee, in Li Xian's opinion, it is just nonsense and cannot be sent to anyone at all. It would be more practical to replace it with some benefits. Seeing that Li Zhen had been forced to a certain point, Li Xian had no intention of hiding it anymore, so he picked up the brochure from the copywriting and Yang For a moment.
"This is an easy matter, I have no objections, veteran!"
Li Zhen walked a few steps, stretched out her hands, and respectfully took the folder from Li Xian's hand. She took a closer look and saw that it was a list of sponsors. The seven or eight officials listed in it were all Li Xian's cronies. Generally speaking, They are all state governors and Sima-level officials. What they want is to transfer these people back to serve in the court. Although there are no high-end requirements such as ministers, the lowest position is also the position of minister, which is naturally difficult. It was too small, and it was not to Li Zhen's taste. However, at this moment, Li Zhen had no room for resistance. She could only pick up the pen with a look of joy, signed the name on the back of the book, and respectfully The fold was handed back to Li Xian's desk.
"Well, that's very good. Without further ado, the Imperial Palace will also submit the book tomorrow. Let's take care of the affairs of Brother Qian and Brother Chun together."
Li Xian was obviously very satisfied with Li Zhen's attitude, and without any further hesitation, he gave Li Zhen a promise with a smile.
"Your Highness, I have no objections, but this case..."
The exchange of interests is just about everyone getting what they need. It's not a big deal for everyone to join forces. Li Zhen doesn't think he has suffered a loss, but what he cares about is not that, but how to deal with the case at hand. Come up with a solution.
"This matter is not urgent. We will take care of the matter of capital preservation tomorrow. I will send someone to contact my eighth uncle later. Isn't it just to find a murderer? What's the problem?"
Li Zhen is anxious, but Li Xian is not. He doesn't want to hand over the details without getting the benefits. Besides, Li Xian doesn't think Li Zhen is an honest person. What if this old boy can't calm down? If you mess around with the ground, wouldn't that be causing trouble for yourself for no reason? It is inevitable that you will have to sell it for a while.
"Your Highness is wise, I retire."
Li Xian has already said what he said. No matter how anxious Li Zhen is, there is nothing he can do. In desperation, he can only hold his nose and admit it, bow respectfully and make a big salute, and then leave without mentioning it. .
"Your Majesty, how is the situation?"
Li Zhenzi entered the East Palace, entangled with Li Xian, and was busy recording a confession. It took nearly two hours to complete the whole task, which made Chen Wushuang, who was hiding in the carriage, anxious. I really wanted to rush into the palace to find out what happened, but it was a pity that it was impossible to go back and think about it. There was nothing else. Even if Chen Wushuang gained Li Zhen's favor, he would only be naked and would not enter the East Palace at all. The only qualification for the gate was that the cat was waiting for Li Zhen's return in the carriage. When the curtain of the carriage was opened, Li Zhen's tired old face appeared, and Chen Wushuang couldn't wait to ask, The calm and calm demeanor of the past has been greatly lost. This case is really a big obstacle for the Yue Palace. If it cannot be overcome, decades of hard work will probably be ruined. .
"Well, you should take a look at this fold first."
Li Xian was not an easy opponent to deal with. After a long struggle, even though Li Zhen was old and cunning, he still felt overwhelmed. His face was very tired. He really didn't want to say anything, so he just said softly.
Shaking his hands, he took out a fold from his sleeve and threw it to Chen Wushuang, but he fell heavily onto the brocade cushion.
"Well, His Highness the Crown Prince is really very ambitious. This is just taking advantage of others' misfortune. But then again, as far as the prince is concerned, this matter is a good thing. In exchange of interests, the prince will not suffer any loss."
Chen Wushuang was indeed Li Zhen's number one think tank. Although Li Zhen did not tell the whole story, Chen Wushuang just glanced at the book and figured out the general story of the matter.
"Well, it's up to you whether you're going to suffer or not. It's just that that guy refuses to say how this case should be settled. Gu Xin is really unreasonable."
As for the exchange of interests itself, Li Zhen is quite satisfied, not only because the exchange chips are similar, but also because after this transaction, Li Zhen's interests are sufficiently guaranteed, at least Li Zhen thinks so, but
As for Li Xian, that's not always the case, even if the political affairs hall can go smoothly.
Although the profit was passed, it may not be approved by Empress Wu. In other words, Li Zhen believed in her heart that she had made a profit. However, the profit was so big for the case she was holding in her hand that it was not even the slightest help. She could not pass it.
After this level, no matter how much profit you make, it will be nothing but water in a bamboo basket.
"Your Majesty, what exactly did His Highness say?"
Although Chen Wushuang has determined in his heart that Li Xian must also hope that the case will be concluded as soon as possible, this is only his personal judgment after all, and he does not dare to really think that Li Xian has no other choice. The reason why he encouraged Li Zhen to come to the East Palace to contact him today is his original intention
Kamiya didn’t expect that it would be over in just one conversation.
To achieve satisfactory results, it was just a test. When I saw the memorial before, I felt a little more confident. But when I heard Li Zhen say this, I couldn't help but feel doubts in my heart.
It got louder again, so he hurriedly asked a question.
"Tsk, this matter, well, it's a long story..."
Li Zhen had always had unconditional trust in Chen Wushuang, his confidant, and would not hide anything from him. He shook his head with a wry smile, and recounted the negotiation process with Li Xian in detail in a bleak tone.
"Oh? That's true!"
Chen Wushuang quietly listened to Li Zhen's statement, said something noncommittal, and then closed her mouth tightly. Not only that, she even closed her eyes tightly, her face was gloomy and she fell into deep thought...