Seeing Liu Chengfeng eager to ask for the reason, Li Dongdong naturally did not dare to hide it anymore.
His eyebrows were slightly raised, and the corners of his eyes couldn't help but glance at Zhao Ruhai beside him.
Zhao Ruhai's face was ashen and his expression was gloomy, as if the executioner would take him to the execution ground next.
Li Dongdong said: "Sir, the matter occurred in Taichang Temple. Since the Jinshi Mansion began to investigate the case of the cult, it began to send spies and strengthened the surveillance of various yamen. However, I never expected that in Taichang Temple, an extraordinary person was discovered.
The secret passage.”
"The secret passage..." Liu Chengfeng narrowed his eyes.
What kind of place is Taichang Temple? It is a place specifically responsible for etiquette. It has many of the same functions as the Ministry of Rites, and the main function is to prepare various halls, such as meetings, banquets, birthdays, canonization, and ceremonies.
They are responsible for rituals such as worshiping gods, titles, titles, and heirs.
The Ming Dynasty governed the world with virtue, and virtue was reflected in rituals. Although the method of governing the country had always been Confucianism and Confucianism, rituals were held in high esteem. Therefore, although Taichang Temple was the home of the Jiuqing
The establishment of a yamen does not have much power, but in terms of etiquette and law, it is an extremely important yamen.
It happened that something happened here, and it also involved secret passages and Mingjiao. This is a bit unbelievable, and at the same time it is very serious.
Liu Chengfeng's face suddenly turned serious. If this incident were to spread, it would probably become a laughing stock. The function of the Jinyiwei is to safeguard the imperial power. To put it bluntly, it is actually to safeguard the majesty of the imperial power and at the same time to protect the face of the royal family.
Face is very important. Now that Taichang Temple, which presides over national ceremonies, has caused such a scandal, and may also have an affair with the rebellious party, the problem is very serious.
"Have you asked anyone to explore where the secret passage leads?" Liu Chengfeng asked calmly.
Li Dongdong said with a heavy expression: "I have asked people to go in to investigate, but unfortunately they were blocked halfway. But look at the direction, they are heading towards the palace. This secret passage is very deep, and it seems that they are deliberately trying to avoid it."
The moat was built, and it seemed to be reinforced with a stone, presumably to prevent the moat from collapsing."
Liu Chengfeng couldn't help being stunned and asked: "Where is the specific location of Taichang Temple?"
Li Guandong told the truth. Liu Chengfeng thought about it for a moment and immediately understood that Taichang Temple is located near Dong'anmen, with the Forbidden City on its back. What is the purpose of digging a tunnel from there instead of going to the palace?
Such a large project, and it is actually within the yamen, is really sensational. To do such a big thing, how many people need to be bribed, and how many people need to be used as laborers? Not to mention how much commotion it will cause.
If he hadn't heard it with his own ears, if Li Dongdong hadn't told him seriously, I'm afraid Liu Chengfeng would never have believed that he had such courage.
Liu Chengfeng's eyes fell on Zhao Ruhai and asked word for word: "Zhao Qianhu, Taichang Temple is also in the inner east city. Why didn't you notice it before?"
Obviously, secret passages are not created in a day, and if a secret passage is dug, there will definitely be a lot of movement, and the excavated mud will also need to be dealt with. How could the Inner East City not know about any movement at all?
Zhao Ruhai said quickly: "There really was no news at all before. Sir, this secret passage seems to be some years old. It is definitely not made in the past few years. It must...presumably..."
Liu Chengfeng glared at him fiercely and said: "Even if it wasn't done in recent years, what do you do for food in Neidong City? Why can you now find out that so many people in your Qianhu Office were all just drunkards and ricebags?"
?What’s the use of raising people like you in the palace?”
With his status as a gold minister, it was enough to scold a thousand households. Zhao Ruhai was so frightened that he could not speak. He knew the methods of Lianzhou Marquis, and he quickly fell to the ground and said: "I know I am wrong, I am humble."
I don’t dare to shirk the blame. I am guilty of being humble. Please give me a chance to make meritorious service.”
Liu Chengfeng's eyes narrowed, and he seemed to be hesitating. Then his face softened a little, and he said calmly: "I'm not an unreasonable person. This time, your problem is too big. To put it bluntly, it's just
If I chop off your head now, you will definitely be blamed for your death. But then again, we are all pro-military, and I really don’t mind if I really want to kill you.
Ren, since you said you want to be punished and make meritorious service, then I will give you a chance to be punished and make meritorious service. From now on, everyone in the Qianhu Office in Neidong City must go out, and I will go through all the yamen. Also, this matter cannot be spread for the time being.
Go out, even if there are rumors outside, no one is allowed to mention this matter in the guardhouse, why are you kneeling here, making a show?"
When Zhao Ruhai first heard the first half of Liu Chengfeng's words, he was really worried and thought that he was really doomed. But when Liu Chengfeng said the words "Dear guilt and meritorious service", he felt as if he had been turned around and couldn't help but sigh.
He took a breath and said quickly: "I know, I will do it now. I will personally take people to the streets, all over Neidong City. No matter who he is, I will turn everything upside down and give you an explanation."
After that, he rolled and crawled away.
Watching Zhao Ruhai disappear into the lobby, Li Dongdong said: "Sir, did you really let him go so easily? This person has made many disrespectful remarks about you before."
Liu Chengfeng smiled faintly and said: "There are more people chewing my tongue behind my back than dogs in the capital, not even one more than him. If we deal with him now, we will get a new Qianhu, not to mention whether they are willing or not."
At our mercy, if you don't obey then, this case will be in trouble. After all, this time it happened in the Inner East City. We will look for it later.
The direction is the same. Without the help of thousands of local households, if someone interferes with it, we don't know how many circles we will have to go around. And giving this person named Zhao a way to live can also earn his gratitude, not to mention, this matter and now
He also has a great relationship. If he doesn't put his whole heart into it, he has to be careful with his head. You can rest assured when using such a person."
Li Dongdong nodded. Liu Chengfeng's theory was correct. In exchange for a new Qianhu, he didn't know the background behind it. He could be promoted. It was not Liu Chengfeng who was working secretly. Naturally, he would not be grateful to Liu Chengfeng. He said
It's not allowed to cause a little stumbling block quietly.
, but Zhao Ruhai is different. This matter has something to do with him. How can he not be grateful to Liu Chengfeng for letting him go? Even if he is not grateful, if he dares to neglect his duties again, he will have the opportunity to settle the score later, which is better than Xinzhang.
There are many people who come who are easy to control.
Liu Chengfeng said: "Okay, don't say these irrelevant words here, let's go to Taichang Temple and see the secret passage."……………………
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Suddenly, countless school captains appeared in Taichang Temple, and the inner and outer three floors were surrounded by water. Moreover, no news from inside was spread, and even the gentlemen inside temporarily asked
'He was put under house arrest in a wing room.
The Jin Yiwei actually dared to break into Taichang Temple and humiliate the Taichang Temple officials, which naturally attracted many people's scolding. These gentlemen were not easy to bully. They took the trouble to threaten the captain who was guarding them for a while, but saw that the other party was indifferent.
, he was also furious at this moment.
There is no reason to put court officials under house arrest. Not to mention the Hongzhi Dynasty, it was also unique in the Chenghua Dynasty. Even if you wanted to arrest or punish someone, you had to at least find a crime. But now, it's better, there is no need to even charge a crime.
After asking, a large group of people rushed in and drove everyone inside into this small room.
Although these Jin Yiwei were quite polite, they at least invited these gentlemen here, poured tea and said a few nice words. They just said that there were chaotic party activities in Taichang Temple. In order to ensure the safety of all gentlemen,
I just invited everyone to take a break here, but no one believed this nonsense.
But when a scholar encounters a soldier, you can't explain clearly even if you have reason. They don't want you to come out, so what can you do except talk?
Outside Honglu Temple, the sky was getting dark. Chen Hongyu was directing everyone to light lights everywhere. Countless torches were burning, lighting half of the sky red, and lighting up the inside and outside of Taichang Temple.
In the evening, a voice came from outside: "Master Jin Shi is here, I have met with you."
Chen Hongyu had sharp ears. After hearing this, he hurried to the gate and saw Liu Chengfeng walking in quickly, followed by Li Dongdong.
Chen Hongyu hurriedly went to see the gift, but Liu Chengfeng shook his head: "Stop talking about these useless things, take me to see the secret passage."
Chen Hongyu didn't dare to neglect him. In fact, he also knew Liu Chengfeng's temperament. Whenever something happened, the Marquis would become vigorous and resolute. He went to the side and took a lantern from the hands of a captain, while he
Liu Chengfeng illuminated the road in front of him and said, "Sir, please humble yourself and come down."
The group of people turned a few corners and arrived at the backyard of Taichang Temple. The sentry posts in the backyard were obviously more dense. When these people saw Liu Chengfeng coming, they all said: "Sir..."
Liu Chengfeng looked sternly, just nodded towards them, and followed Chen Hongyu to the small garden in the backyard.
Any yamen has a front yamen and a back yard. The same is true here. There is no difference in layout. However, this is Taichang Temple after all, and its level is only slightly lower than that of the bureau, so it occupies a large area.
, in this garden, a huge rockery appeared in front of Liu Chengfeng's eyes in the darkness.
Dozens of captains with swords were distributed around the rockery, as if no one was allowed to approach, but Liu Chengfeng was able to pass through without any obstruction.
Chen Hongyu pointed to the rockery and said: "Master Hou, the secret passage is here, please take a look."