Han Shizu

Chapter 219 Su Fengji's Case Closed
The new official took office three fires, and with Shang Hongqian's appointment as the new commander, with the assistance of the Privy Council, an adjustment was made to the Tokyo Imperial Army.Basically, according to Liu Chengyou's instructions, he strictly enforced military discipline, strengthened training, and carried out a wave of small-scale transfers of generals and schools of various armies.Among them, Shi Hongzhao and Liu Xinxin served as generals, either transferred to other departments, or sent to Zhouzhen.

As for Shang Hongqian, even though he didn't have a strong sense of presence and prestige before, he still has a good reputation, at least no one hates him.Of course, when he was really ordered to control the forbidden army and strictly enforced military discipline, Shang Hongqian's methods were not soft at all, but they were not as ruthless as Shi and Liu.

Still the same sentence, in this era of rampant tigers and wolves, being able to work hard to reach the high position of general in the army is not entirely based on luck.Even if Shang Hongqian's talents are insufficient and he "has no competition with the world", how can he be treated as a purely "honest person"?
When the position of banning commander fell to a family, Liu Chengyou, the prefect of Kaifeng who had been suspended for a long time, had already agreed on a candidate.A person who was beyond the expectations of many people was Lu Guogong Hou Yi who was raised by him in Tokyo to participate in the government affairs.

Liu Chengyou didn't intend to be the emperor's brother or emperor's younger brother. According to his idea, he wanted to choose a capable minister with promise to judge Kaifeng's affairs.Liu Shenjiao, Jing Fan, Li Zhu, and Wu Xingde were all under his consideration. These people were also one of the few people who in Liu Chengyou's eyes had the ability to govern the Kaifeng Mansion.

Liu Shenjiao and Jing Fan, one of Ruzhou has not yet been ruled, and the other is responsible for Zhengzhou's garrison affairs. What's more, Liu Chengyou can promote Jingfan to the defense of Zhengzhou, but he can't entrust him with Kaifeng government affairs all at once.

Li Zhu, an ex-officer who joined Liu Chengyou in Hebei last year, although he doesn't know each other very well, after working together for the past few months, his ability can still stand the test.When Liu Chengyou succeeded to the throne, he was appointed as an observer of Chengde, in charge of civil affairs in Heng, Ji, Zhao, and Shenji northern counties, and supervised agricultural affairs.After this period of time, I did a good job and couldn't leave at all.

As for Wu Xingde, Liu Chengyou had a very good impression of this minister, and he didn't have any complaints when he was transferred from Heyang, which was a little popular.However, it was only a short time since he moved to Xuzhou, and Liu Chengyou couldn't do anything to trouble him because of emotion and reason, even if he was appointed by the Kaifeng government.

After much deliberation, Liu Chengyou was moved by this "old loach" when he called Hou Yizizhi to deal with the great Han west.

Just like Shang Hongqian, Liu Chengyou has similar thoughts about Yong Hou Yi.The only difference is that Hou Yi is a slippery and shrewd old man, so he should be able to handle Kaifeng Mansion very easily.

Of course, it is not to say that the Han Dynasty has no other talents with sufficient abilities. The Han Dynasty has kept many old and new officials and courtiers, but there are not many who have enough qualifications, reputations, and high abilities to make Liu Chengyou feel at ease.

But Liu Chengyou seeks to be successful, Hou Yi, as a wise man, is placed in the position of governor of Kaifeng, will he just idle around?For this point, Liu Chengyou still has a little expectation.

The sound of "cracking" resounded in the hall. It was the sound of memorials being thrown vigorously, followed by Liu Chengyou's angry questioning voice: "Is this world still my world? In the land of Jinji, facing the imperial edict, Still turning a deaf ear. Do you really think that I am too young to be bullied if you despise the majesty of the court so much?"

Liu Chengyou stood in front of the royal case, his eyes were frightening, he was furious, and coldly glanced at the ministers in the palace.The chancellors were all sitting, but they probably weren't sitting as securely as they appeared to be, with no unnecessary expressions on their faces.

This is the first time since Liu Chengyou ascended the throne that he has made such a big fuss.

The reason for Liu Chengyou's anger lies in the implementation of the imperial edict after returning to the court from the west tour at the beginning of the month.The imperial court issued a decree to abolish the miscellaneous taxes in the past, and strictly prohibited the private collection of officials from various Daozhou states in the Han Dynasty. The decree was spread all over the world.

But today, Liu Chengyou received a report from Li Shaoyou that officials in Jinzhou County ignored the imperial edict and still imposed heavy taxes, accumulating wealth and disturbing the people.Then, Liu Chengyou started with a big anger in this imperial meeting.

"Your Majesty, please rest the anger of the thunder." Yang Bin stood up and said with a strong attitude: "Local officials and officials, or those who are unworthy, disregard the imperial edicts and deal with them properly, so as to serve as a warning to others and restore the majesty of the imperial court!"

"My minister seconded the proposal." Wang Zhang agreed.

Followed by voices of second opinion, after all, the offenders were all grassroots county and town officials who used them to establish their prestige, so there was not much psychological pressure.Furthermore, depending on the emperor's reaction, how could the court not take countermeasures?

Sure enough, Liu Chengyou said directly and sternly: "In the states of Gyeonggi, all the officials who violated the order should be held accountable and dismissed. Yang Qing, the local officials, are so rude. To be dismissed, the court officials will be transferred from Tokyo to know their place!" In addition, issue a decree again, pass on various festivals, and order it to be strictly implemented!"

"Yes!" Yang Bin responded.

This is Liu Chengyou's method to strengthen the imperial court's influence and control over the local area.Of course, as far as the current situation is concerned, for the time being, we can only toss about the states and towns directly under the jurisdiction of the imperial court such as Kinki.For those officials who ignore orders, other towns are temporarily out of reach, but at the feet of the emperor, how can they be rampant?

For this matter, Liu Chengyou's furious reaction was obviously a little big, and he felt like he was using too much force.In fact, it was exactly like this. Liu Chengyou had expected such a situation when the system was lowered.The world has been in chaos for decades, just like this. If the imperial court makes a policy and the local officials can implement it wholeheartedly, then there will be a problem.

Liu Chengyou's anger is a gesture, and he can show his power in front of the minister with a high voice, which also represents an inadvertent change in power and status.It can be said that Liu Chengyou, the young emperor, has basically escaped the oppression of the ministers.

After venting, Liu Chengyou returned to his usual solemn posture, calm and introverted, and he can discuss matters properly.
"Your Majesty, after the joint trial of the three offices, the case of the guilty minister Su Fengji can be closed." After discussing food, salt and iron, two important matters related to the financial lifeline of the imperial court, Yang Bin reported to Liu Chengyou.

"Oh? There is a result?" Liu Chengyou glanced at Yang Bin, pretending to be surprised.

In fact, Liu Chengyou had already heard about the pushing of the Su Fengji case, and this matter had a great influence in Tokyo.Yang Bin personally tried it in the Kaifeng mansion, and the two deadly rivals had a wonderful "debate" in the courtroom.Even if he is in prison and in a state of interrogation, he is still very arrogant.Or, when he was in a catastrophe, he realized that it was the emperor who wanted to deal with him, and felt that the future was bleak, so he broke the pot and fell.

During the trial process, Yang Bin ordered people to inform the officials and people in Tokyo that anyone who has grievances against Su Fengji can file a complaint in Kaifeng Mansion.As soon as this report came out, it caused a lot of excitement in Tokyo. In one day, there were hundreds of people of all kinds who went to the government to report.Among them, the most surprising thing is Xu Guogong's mother and son.

Liu Chengyou also heard about the "wonderful" during the period, which was quite unexpected.He even had the urge to see that "shame at the flowers", which made Su Fengji so bold that he couldn't hold back his coveting heart.
"It was discussed by the ministers and others that the crimes committed by Su Fengji are clearly named, and there are fourteen capital crimes listed, all of which are well-documented. According to the criminal law, he should be sentenced to death by Cun Jie!" Yang Bin said with a cold face.

Hearing what he said, Liu Chengyou just nodded, but Yang Bin really didn't show any mercy.After pondering for a while, Liu Chengyou looked at the others: "What do you think?"

　I don't have enough time, I can't finish writing, and I have to work full time, so I sent it directly.

　　In addition, regarding Concubine Wang Shu, I really had that thought before, but now it has faded away, and I just need to explain it briefly.However, if I have free time in the future, I may write a short story about the unavoidable stories between Li Congyi, Concubine Wang Shu and Su Fengji.
　　
　
(End of this chapter)