Chapter Three Hundred and Sixty Seven: Death Is Great?
Chapter 367: Death is a big deal?
Kunning Palace.
Empress Zhang and Duoduo were leaning on the couch. Empress Zhang half-closed her eyes. She was in a good mood today. This victory of the student army was really exciting. Even the Xueerbao published an article to publicize how the Crown Prince practiced. Army and horses, although there were soldiers who sacrificed their lives in this battle, His Highness the Crown Prince's leadership was also very important.
Empress Zhang's thoughts are focused on the two men. The emperor is happy now, and she is naturally happy. Zhu Houzhao is famous all over the world. Although some people criticize him for his lack of civility, at least the prince is no longer useless in the eyes of others, and he is always good. There are flashes of light.
Queen Zhang naturally smiled from ear to ear.
In the center of the hall is a small case, with tea, a beast stove, and a guqin placed on it. Zhu Youtang was dressed in plain clothes, and gently plucked the strings with his hands. It was sonorous and powerful. While listening to it, Empress Zhang pointed out to Duoduo: "Your father's palace tone just now was a little stronger. Don't imitate him."
Duoduo was speechless on one side, but her ears were perked up, listening to the music of the piano carefully, and she was quite intoxicated.
Zhu Youtang was very gentlemanly when playing the piano. He had to bathe and change clothes before playing the strings. This time, he wanted to show Duoduo his piano skills, so he specially changed into a chic and elegant Confucian shirt, and wore his hair Wearing a scarf and twirling with your ten fingers, the sound of the harp and harp is like a mountain spring playing in the green mountains, melodious and clear; like the breeze passing by the willow branches, clear and unrestrained; and like the colorful butterflies dancing among the flowers. Soft and beautiful; like a red plum among the dancing snow, cold and noble.
Sometimes the sound of the piano is as high as clouds and the sound of the piano is as low as a whisper; sometimes the sound of the piano is as misty as silk in the wind; sometimes the sound of the piano is as calm as the rustling pines on the cliff; sometimes the sound of the piano is exciting and sometimes the sound of the piano is empty.
The whole family gathered together to play the piano and compete with each other, and they were enjoying themselves happily. At this moment, there were hurried footsteps outside, and a eunuch came in, took a breath, and knelt heavily on the ground.
The sound of the piano did not stop, Zhu Youtang continued to caress with his fingers, while raising his eyes and looking at the eunuch displeased.
"Your Majesty, something serious has happened. Xu Guan, Minister of the Ministry of Industry, died while drinking a dove in his mansion..."
Clang…
The sound of the piano suddenly became chaotic.
Zhu Youtang's eyes showed surprise, and then he moved the strings violently, making an extremely unpleasant clang sound...
"Withdraw the piano..."
The little eunuch took Qin away. Zhu Youtang's face looked a little pale and asked: "When did it happen?"
"Yesterday evening, at three o'clock in the morning, his son Xu Ye announced his funeral this morning. The cabinet handed a note to the General Affairs Department, but... just... His Majesty did not read the memorial today..."
Zhu Youtang closed his eyes and sighed: "What did he say before he died?"
"His son Xu Ye has handed over a memorial and a book for your Majesty to read."
The eunuch had already taken the things in his hands and carefully delivered the memorial and the book to the small case in front of which Zhu Youtang was kneeling. Zhu Youtang first read the memorial, with a look of regret on his face, and then He picked up another book and looked at it. On the cover with a black background were written the words "Yuli Manuscript". When he opened this book, in addition to some impromptu poems, there were also various experiences in water control.
Zhu Youtang carefully covered the book and called his superiors: "Keep it in a safe place. Then copy a few copies and send them to the various yamen. Go and summon officials from various ministries for a meeting. Also, call Liu Chengfeng." "
Zhu Youtang waved his hand, signaling everyone to leave.
Seeing Zhu Youtang like this, Empress Zhang couldn't help but said: "Your Majesty..."
Zhu Youtang took a deep breath, interrupted her and said: "There is no need to comfort me, I am fine. Xu Guan can be regarded as a veteran of the three dynasties. He has done a lot for the court in these years. If the floods in Song and Su can be eliminated, he will be successful."
It's necessary. He is my right-hand man. I also know that he is not afraid of sin.
"Suicide, even though he is related to the Zaozhao Bureau, I will not punish him considering his past achievements. He..." Zhu Youtang said sadly: "He has no face to live in the world anymore, and he does not dare to see me again."
, facing my colleagues again... let’s not talk anymore, go and ask someone to change clothes.”
In the early morning, the news of Xu Guan's suicide had spread to almost every corner. The palace suddenly issued an order and ordered hundreds of officials to enter the palace. Almost everyone knew that this matter was probably related to Xu Guan.
This time, Liu Chengfeng was specially asked to come to the palace to see him. However, after Liu Chengfeng returned home, he left for the trading company, so the palace immediately rushed to deliver the edict. Liu Chengfeng
I didn’t dare to neglect it when I heard the news of Xu Guan’s suicide.
, he was also shocked. Xu Guan's death is very likely to turn the whole thing around. What will others say? This hasn't been thoroughly investigated yet, but a Minister of the Ministry of Industry has died. It is conceivable that when the thorough investigation is completed,
How many people will be resented by making a bureau?
It's just that at this time, Liu Chengfeng couldn't guess Zhu Youtang's thoughts. If Xu Guan's death changed Zhu Youtang's determination to clean up the fabrication bureau, then the direct decree was, why is it necessary to go to court? But if it is said
The emperor is indifferent, which is not right. Otherwise, why would he be called to the court? What is the matter that the court wants to discuss if it is not to create a situation?
Liu Chengfeng arrived in the capital quickly, and then entered the palace through the Meridian Gate. When he reached the main hall, he stepped in. The civil and military officials had already arrived, but there were not many people. There were only seventy or eighty people, all of whom were important officials in all aspects of the court.
Man, Liu Chengfeng could clearly feel that when he walked into the palace, there were many malicious eyes directed at him.
Liu Chengfeng just pretended that he didn't see anything and bowed in salute. His Majesty Zhu Youtang waved his hand and said: "Go to the class."
Liu Chengfeng entered the class. Zhu Youtang began to speak, sat on the royal chair, and said: "Read it."
A eunuch opened Xu Guan's will and said loudly: "I am old and unyielding, and I am not abandoned by the Holy Emperor. I am one of the assistants in the government. I cannot help the Holy King reach Longhan. On the contrary, I have many constraints and interfere with the Holy Lord's military and state affairs.
dead yet alive
I can only die to thank Your Majesty for your kindness in knowing me. Now that the deadline has come, I am constantly pressing for orders, and my hatred is boundless. If there is anyone who has to say something to the superiors, please report it secretly: I have been observing the matter of creating a situation for a long time, and there are countless officials involved in it.
Ten people, Your Majesty wants to reform the artificial things, the key points are
Not in the Mingtang, but in the border town, the first harm must be eliminated, and the rest can be left alone, otherwise the tail will be lost. There must be different aspirations in the border town and up and down... Woohoo! People are about to die, but their words are also good, pray for the yellow sheep's heart
, I know it, please check it out..."
After reading this memorial, all the officials were shocked.
I originally thought that Xu Guan would excuse himself in his posthumous memorial, but I never thought that Xu Guan not only did not do this, but actually planned for Zhu Youtang, how to thoroughly clarify the situation.
After Liu Chengfeng heard this, he couldn't help but feel relieved. This time, Xu Guan was as good as he said in his memorial. The strategy he proposed in his memorial to clarify the situation coincided with his own.
.We must cut off all the black hands that are reaching out to the Bureau. The ministers involved in the court can let go for the time being. They are not the greatest harm. The top priority is to deal with some big bosses in the border town. The rest can be ignored. But
These leaders must be controlled as soon as possible.
Get rid of them, and then slowly collect the small fish and shrimps into the net. In this way, the negative impact of this matter can be minimized.
But at this time, Liu Chengfeng didn't seem to be thinking about how to punish people. At this time, Zhu Youtang was in a bad mood. He stood up from the imperial chair. After a long time, he said: "No one can make mistakes, and he can correct them if he knows them."
There is no greater kindness. Xu Aiqing is a veteran of three dynasties and a meritorious official of mine. I remember that in the fifth year of Hongzhi’s reign, he came from Sushui River to the other side.
When I returned to the court, I saw his hands with my own eyes..." Zhu Youtang couldn't bear to say any more and continued: "Xu Aiqing did it to be loyal to the king. He made a mistake. Now that Xu Aiqing has died to thank the country, I...I will not pursue any further investigation.
It is his fault, let me decree that Xu Guan, the minister of the Ministry of Industry, has a long history of meritorious service and has contributed to the country. He is destined to be buried well and given the posthumous title of Kang.
As a posthumous gift to the Crown Prince Shaobao..."
This decree made many people take a breath. This posthumous title alone was enough for the palace to affirm Xu Guan. His Majesty is so generous, could it be that...
Just listen to Zhu Youtang continue: "A minister of the Ministry of Industry has died before the affairs of the Zaozhao Bureau have been started, causing me to lose my right and left arm. How can I lose all of my humerus ministers because of a Zaozao Bureau?"
Are you in danger? Make another decree and put aside the matter of thoroughly investigating the fabrication for the time being, and no one is allowed to mention it again!"
At this moment, everyone couldn't help but start talking. Yesterday, they were murderous and wanted a thorough investigation, but today they changed it in the morning and evening. However, the officials didn't have any objections. Mr. Xu has already committed suicide. What else? Is it really necessary?
Is it going to cause a bloody storm? If we can't kill any more people, what will happen if we die again? It's better to let this matter go, so that everyone will not be in danger.
But Liu Chengfeng's heart sank. He finally got the emperor to change his mind. Now, it's good that Xu Guanyi died. It would be a big deal for one person to die, and the thorough investigation that was finally prepared has to come to an end...
Liu Chengfeng was about to leave the class to make a speech, but Zhu Youtang had already seen through Liu Chengfeng's thoughts and said coldly: "Liu Aiqing, you don't have to say anymore, I know what you are going to say, but I have made up my mind now.
You don’t need to persuade me anymore.”
"Your Majesty..." Liu Chengfeng thought for a while, then stood up and said: "The Bureau of Artificial Intelligence is related to the Ming Dynasty, and Mr. Xu also said in his memorial..."
"Shut up!" Zhu Youtang said with a cold face: "I said, I have made up my mind!"
Liu Chengfeng lost his temper and said: "You have nothing to say, is it possible that your Majesty wants to change the order overnight?"
"Liu Chengfeng, you are so brave..." Zhu Youtang took a deep breath: "Order: Liu Chengfeng does not have to go to the Qianhu Office for the time being. He can think about it behind closed doors. When he has thought about it, he can come back to talk to me again.
Speak and retreat!"
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The first chapter is here, don’t get angry in a hurry, more exciting plots are yet to come. Tiger is not someone who abuses his master.