vrcanaries Chapter 362 Can we win by going head-to-head?
Chapter 362 Can we win by going head-to-head?
Chapter 362 Can we win by going head-to-head?
This time, not only did Wu Zihao get arrested, but even his strategist, Master Gao, was captured. The two of them were now in the same boat.
Even Yi Wang didn't expect that Shen Li would actually detain Master Gao. Everyone in the capital knew that he was one of his men, and it would be difficult for him to escape responsibility for this matter.
"This matter can no longer be suppressed; we have no choice but to confront it head-on." Wu Yong, dressed in a black cloak, sat in the guest seat of the main hall, his righteous face filled with both anger and determination.
The King of Chess had a somewhat sinister expression. He never wanted to break ties with the Shen family. He wanted to win over the hearts of scholars across the land by winning over the Shen family and wanted a capable minister like Gu Chang'an.
Moreover, Shen Li has distinguished herself in several battles and is now highly sought after.
But all of this has been ruined today. Of all people to mess with, Wu Zihao had to pick a fight with Shen Li.
Shen Li appears dignified and refined, but after Zheng Youwei died in his mother's palace and Wanbaoge caught fire, he knew of Shen Li's ruthless methods.
Later, he even brought down the Zhou family and implicated the Crown Prince. Such a person cannot be won over or offended. This time, the Wu family has dragged him down with them.
Can a head-on collision really guarantee a victory?
Although the King of Chess was arrogant, he had a bad feeling at this moment.
"Your Excellency, besides what happened today, has your son committed any other wrongdoing?" he asked cautiously.
If it were just trampling on fertile land and injuring someone, at most he would have to pay some money and be locked up for a while. Although it would affect Wu Yong's reputation and he might not be able to stay as Grand Secretary for long, he would be safe for the time being.
However, if someone has committed a serious crime that could implicate Wu Yong, then the problem would be much bigger.
Upon hearing this, Wu Yong waved his hand and said, "Your Highness, rest assured, although my son is mischievous, he only likes to visit brothels and gambling dens and will not cause any major trouble. If he hadn't been hanging out with those playboys recently, he wouldn't have done such nonsense."
“Shen Li wanted to take this opportunity to bring down this old minister, which is why he brought this matter to court. This old minister thought the Shen family was noble and respectable, but I didn’t expect them to use such power-grabbing methods to seize the throne. They are truly shameless.” Wu Yong’s voice was deep and full of resentment.
He only has this one son, and if anything goes wrong with him, he will never let the Shen family off the hook.
The King of Chess still hadn't made a decision. Based on his understanding of Shen Li, he knew she wouldn't risk her life and send herself to prison if she wasn't absolutely certain.
Is it really because people have spent too long on the battlefield or made great contributions that they have become arrogant and impulsive?
But whatever it is, he has no choice now but to run into Shen Li.
"Alright, what do you think, Your Excellency, should do?" King Yi made his decision; he wanted to hear Wu Yong's thoughts.
“The palace and officials must already know about this. It can’t be suppressed. We have no choice but to strike first.” Wu Yong had already thought of a solution. He said coldly, “Improve Shen Li for abusing his military merits and abusing his power to punish others, disregarding the law.”
After thinking it over carefully, the King of Chess nodded and said, "Okay."
"As for Master Gao, if His Majesty asks you, just say you've sent him to inquire about the situation, and don't let him fall into Shen Li's trap," Wu Yong continued.
"Do as instructed." King Yi did not want to say more, only saying, "The Grand Secretary would better write a memorial of apology. Rather than having others embellish it, it is better to say it yourself."
"This old minister understands."
Even after Wu Yong left, King Yi still felt uneasy. He was very wary of Shen Li and Gu Chang'an, and he always felt that this matter might not be so simple.
"Someone, keep an eye on the palace. If Father Emperor summons Zhao Jing, report back to me immediately."
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When Emperor Cheng heard the news, he was in Consort Zheng's palace, where Consort Zheng was massaging his shoulders.
"Go down, let them handle the rest themselves." Emperor Cheng waved his hand, dismissing the servants.
Consort Zheng's beautiful eyes darted around, and she asked in a seductive voice, "Although this is a matter between juniors, it concerns the Grand Secretary and the Second Grand Secretary. Won't you send someone to investigate the cause?"
"Cheng Sheng will enter the palace tomorrow. I'm tired and don't want to deal with so much." After experiencing the rebellion of the deposed Crown Prince Li Heng, Emperor Cheng seemed to have aged a lot.
The emperors who once held power and manipulated political tactics now only felt tired, and their hair had turned much whiter.