vrcanaries Chapter 482 No way!
Chapter 482 No way!
Chapter 482 No way!
"Prince Zhang, my family has been in decline since my parents died unexpectedly. Although Wang Changbo's family has some assets, they are nothing compared to the prominent families in Kyoto."
"With our backgrounds, how could we have become high-ranking officials in the imperial court? How could we have the guts to commit such a crime?"
"The cause of Liu Ang's death has not been determined. Based on Li Shuang'er's one-sided statement, Censor Zhang detained the two of us in the Inspectorate Prison. Regarding this..."
"——We would like to thank Censor Zhang for his care."
According to the law, the murder case in Kyoto should be handled by the Jingzhao Yinfu. At worst, there are still the Ministry of Justice and the Dali Temple. Censor Zhang took over the case. At best, he was seeking justice for the victim, but at worst, he might have exceeded his authority.
"Since you already know my painstaking efforts, why don't you tell me all the truth you know? Perhaps you can save yourself and Wang Changbo."
Zhang Zheng spoke calmly. He was very impressed with this young man who passed the exam in one try.
Sun Qingyuan shook his head and smiled bitterly, then raised his eyes and looked directly at Zhang Zheng, as if he was thinking about something, or as if he was sizing up the respected old minister in front of him, but he did not speak immediately.
It was not until the vertical lines between Zhang Zheng's eyebrows deepened that Sun Qingyuan said slowly, "Please ask the others to leave, sir."
"All of you, please step down." Zhang Zheng agreed to Sun Qingyuan's request without hesitation. "Can you tell me now?"
Sun Qingyuan bowed to Zhang Zheng and said, "Then I will speak frankly. Please don't blame me, old man."
"The emperor has been on the throne for only five years, and he has already eliminated two out of five of the major families. This can be described as a thunderous move."
"Now, Minister Huo has been fined and reprimanded, and his son Huo Qingyun has been demoted and transferred out of Kyoto. So... it's Minister Yun's turn, right?"
"How dare you! How arrogant you are to discuss state affairs without authorization!" Zhang Zheng's eyes were full of warnings. Although he was scolding, he deliberately lowered his voice.
Sun Qingyuan grinned. Everyone said that Censor Zhang Zheng was upright and honest. He did not form cliques for personal gain, nor did he pursue pleasure. He was wholeheartedly devoted to the country and the people. But he didn't expect that he was also good at pretending to be confused.
He bowed deeply again, and when he raised his head, a bitter smile appeared on his face.
"Even though Wang Changbo and I studied hard for many years, we were finally able to step into the officialdom. We were ambitious and wanted to work hard for the court and seek benefits for the people."
"But facing the unfathomable heart of the emperor, how can we, such insignificant beings, resist the heaven?"
Zhang Zheng was almost laughing at Sun Qingyuan's anger. "How can we resist the heaven?" Aren't you always mocking the "heaven" you mentioned?
He hadn't seen such a bold and reckless young man for a long time.
Since he couldn't get anything out of Sun Qingyuan, Zhang Zheng didn't want to listen to his complaints or sarcastic remarks anymore, so he turned around and went to Wang Changbo's cell.
After watching Zhang Zheng leave, Sun Qingyuan sat down on the straw pile, and then lay down with his arms under his head. While the head was still on his neck, he wanted to feel its presence more.
"Hey~~"
Sun Qingyuan picked up a clean straw and put it in his mouth, looking out the window with empty eyes. It was all white, not even a cloud could be seen.
He said he didn't want to take the imperial examination and become an official, but how could he be persuaded by this little girl Du Kongqing and have to suffer this in the end?
Luo Xiaoran, I started studying for the imperial examination again just for your and King Yan's reputation. You guys better help us out there and rescue us as soon as possible, otherwise...
I can only take the blame myself. At least, I can't let that fool Wang Changbo die in such an unclear way, right?
……
The next day, there was a court meeting.
"Your Majesty, the case of the sudden death of the newly-minted scholar Liu Ang, who was suspected to have been silenced, should be transferred to the Jingzhao Yin Mansion according to the law. Censor Zhang took over the case without authorization, which is against the law." Jingzhao Yin spoke first.
The previous Jingzhao Yin was a disciple of Lin Xiaotian and had long been dealt with together. The current one was promoted by Emperor Tianqi and is a loyal minister who is only loyal to Emperor Tianqi.
"Jingzhao Yin, don't worry. I have already reported this matter to His Majesty." Zhang Zheng, who was named, also stood up. He was just a man of upright character and a smart official. He would report everything to His Majesty in a timely manner.
"After all, this matter has been widely reported in Kyoto, and it involves the imperial examination, which is a serious matter. How to investigate and deal with it still needs your Majesty's orders."
Emperor Tianqi nodded politely, "I have indeed learned about this from the memorial submitted by Censor Zhang."
"Since Li Shuang'er went straight to the Inspectorate to find Censor Zhang, she must have believed that Censor Zhang could find out the truth for her and uphold justice. The case of Liu Ang's sudden death should be handed over to the Inspectorate to investigate!"
"However, if this case really involves cheating in the imperial examination, it would be a major case that could shake the foundation of the country. I have to treat it with caution. The Ministry of Justice and the Dali Temple must work together to handle the case."
"In addition, I want to choose someone to supervise this case. Uncle, are you willing?"
As soon as Emperor Tianqi finished speaking, the eyes of all the ministers in the hall turned to Chen Ji, the Prince of Yan, who had just returned to the capital.
The Emperor is also a playful person. The Prince of Yan is returning to the capital this time to marry the Princess. If he were to supervise such a major case that would involve countless ministers, not to mention how busy he would be, it is unclear whether he would be able to solve the case before the wedding.
Moreover, the Minister of Rites Yun Tianying, who is related to this case, is the uncle of Prince Yan. As a nephew investigating his uncle, even if he is impartial and handles the case impartially, there will still be people who question whether Prince Yan is partial and doubt the authenticity of the final result.
In this regard, as long as Prince Yan is not mentally ill, he will definitely refuse this matter. After all, the emperor is only asking for his opinion and has not issued an edict.
"I am willing to supervise this case."
The next second, Chen Ji's decisive and solemn voice rang out in the hall, and everyone's surprised eyes were once again focused on him.
However, the famous Prince of Yan had a normal expression and stood as straight as a pine tree, as if he had no idea what he would face after taking this job.
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"The results of the autopsy have come out. Liu Ang died of poisoning. He drank with Sun Qingyuan and Wang Changbo before his death. He died suddenly after returning home."
As soon as his brother Wei Lin brought the news, Wei An reported it to Luo Xiaoran, not daring to delay even a moment.
"In addition, Emperor Tianqi asked His Highness to supervise this case... His Highness agreed."
Wei An's voice became softer. She knew that the princess would be angry if she told the news.
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"Haha!" Luo Xiaoran sneered with a pretty face, "As the saying goes, yellow mud falling out of the crotch - it's either shit or shit!"
"Let Chen Ji investigate his own uncle. Even if he finds out everything about Minister Yun and finds out that he is innocent and has nothing to do with the so-called 'imperial examination fraud', people all over the world will only spit on Chen Ji for bending the law for personal gain."
"He clearly wants to destroy Chen Ji's image in the hearts of all scholars!"
"He wants to destroy the prestige that Chen Ji has built up through so many years of bloody battles so easily. He can't do that!"