Han Shizu

Chapter 322 Xuzhou is in trouble (2)

For Liu Xin, Liu Chengyou really had no intention of killing him at first, and when he went south, he only had the idea of ​​investigating and denouncing him.However, after arriving in Xuzhou, listening to his words and watching his deeds, coupled with the reports of Liu Xin's crimes from various sources, his numerous crimes, really made Liu Chengyou furious and murderous.

However, Liu Chengyou didn't let his brain be filled with anger after all, that would affect his judgment.Last night, the imperial court asked all the ministers for their opinions. Except for Yang Bin's self-indulgence and his advice to follow the national law, they all had more or less reservations. Even Yang Bin did not bluntly say that he killed Liu Xin.

Murong Yanchao and Liu Chengyou basically ignored his opinion, preferring to think more about Liu Chong's feelings.

In terms of concerns, these courtiers don't have as many as the emperor, even so, they are still conservative.

Those who persuade him, use his status as the emperor's uncle as an excuse.However, to a certain extent, in comparison, Liu Xin's identity as Xuzhou Jiedu is more important.Uncle?If you have no power and power, you are a fart.

As for Liu Xin's crimes, don't look at Liu Chengyou's face full of anger and righteous indignation, it seems that the people of Xuzhou are heartbroken by the cruelty they have suffered.However, there are two main things that really made Liu Chengyou very angry. One is that Liu Xin relied on his status to repeatedly speak wildly, disrespecting him, and contemptuous of the monarchy; The reputation of the emperor and court.

These two points are what Liu Chengyou cannot tolerate the most.Of course, he is more or less sympathetic to the sufferings of the scholars and the people. After all, his love for the people has been set up and he has formed a habit.It's just that I have heard a lot, and my feelings are not too deep. The debt to the people will be implemented in the follow-up matters.

As for these considerations, it is difficult for Liu Chengyou to express them clearly, or even to discuss them in private.Hypocrisy is true, but it is a compulsory skill for the emperor.

From another perspective, his father Gaozu Emperor Liu Zhiyuan was buried not long ago, and he was buried in the "next door" Yangdi. He is going to kill the royal relatives. It is easy to cause criticism. Liu Chengyou is not afraid of rumors, but there is no need to deliberately challenge .

In fact, it is so difficult to kill Liu Xin. Even if the officials block each other and the harem puts pressure, Liu Chengyou can take his life with an order.Liu Chengyou only needs to give Liu Xinqiang a charge of treason.

However, the purpose of Liu Chengyou's investigation of the Xuzhou case was to kill Liu Xin?The purpose of running Liu Xin is to shock the world, to deter lawlessness inside and outside the court, and to harvest a wave of people's hearts by the way.To put it bluntly, at this moment, the weight of public opinion has to be relied on a lot.

The question before Liu Chengyou was just whether to leave room for this matter, and if there was room, how much should be left.

As Wang Pu said, weigh the pros and cons.

After summarizing the opinions and attitudes of all parties, Liu Chengyou's mind gradually settled, and once settled, he was determined enough.

Before noon of the same day, Liu Chengyou was in Changsha, holding a meeting before the imperial court, accompanied by civil and military personnel and a few Xuzhou generals and officials.

The atmosphere was rather serious, and there was no further topic to discuss. After everyone arrived, Liu Chengyou directly ordered in an extremely flat tone:

"Jiedu Envoy of the Zhongwu Army, Cai Guogong Liu Xin, when he was out of the town of Xuzhou, he was corrupt and innocent, arrogant and lawless, poisoning the living, perpetrating evil, and committing serious crimes. For the sake of the people, the crime is even worse. However, I think that he has made great contributions to the country, and the tomb of Gaozu is beside him, so he can be spared the death penalty!"

After Liu Chengyou's words fell, the civil and military officers below did not show any surprise expressions, but Murong Yanchao did not hide it, and breathed a sigh of relief.

Without observing the reaction of the ministers, Liu Chengyou continued:
"However, the crime of death can be forgiven, but the crime of living is unforgivable! Deprive Liu Xin of all his titles, abolish him as a commoner, send him to Ruiling, wear shackles, wear prison uniforms, live in a thatched cottage, and guard the tomb for the ancestors to atone for his crimes. No Grace , not to leave without authorization. No special purpose, not to see outsiders!"

"Confiscate his home, loot his greedy property, and take it back to the treasury! All the land he occupied will be returned! All the officials he held will be dismissed, his home will be raided, his family members will be demoted to slavery, and his property will be confiscated into the public house! "

Before Liu Chengyou finished speaking, Murong Yanchao seemed to be unable to bear it any longer. He got up and questioned: "Is it too strict? If so, it would be better to kill him!"

His face twitched slightly, Liu Chengyou glanced at Murong Yanchao, without lifting his eyelids, and said calmly: "Murong Yanchao, the governor of the Taining Army, has lost his manners and spoken badly. Title, a fine of one year's salary, and two months of confinement in the mansion after returning to Beijing!"

After saying that, Murong Yanchao was stunned, his face was full of astonishment, his black face became even more completely black, almost no blood was seen, his lips trembled with anger.He raised his hand to signal the imperial guard to fork it out.

Murong Yanchao's question is actually correct,
After scanning around, Liu Chengyou found that Wenwu present here had a very upright posture, but their heads were lowered a little.

Murong Yanchao didn't affect Liu Chengyou's mood too much, only saw his expression was solemn, and continued: "Liu Xin's subordinates, the officials arrested, carefully screened, thought the degree of evil, tried and sentenced. Dou Zhen was in charge of Xuzhou's military and state affairs, assisted by the censor Zhao Li, to supervise the matter, so as to ensure the peace of the people. I heard that during the chaos in Xuzhou, some local officials also took the opportunity to infringe on the people to enrich themselves. Regarding these Evil officials, strictly investigate and prosecute!"

"Xuzhou Yabing, the officers captured, those who violated discipline and harmed the people, were engaged in military law. The subordinate town soldiers were disrupted and reorganized, and Wang Hanlun, the commander of the iron cavalry, trained for the Xuzhou regiment, and was responsible for the whole process!"

"Yes!" Dou Zhengu and Zhao Li accepted the order in unison.

"The people of Xuzhou have suffered from bad policies for a long time. This year, the summer tax will be waived by half!"

"This time, many officials in Xuzhou have been dismissed. Yang Qing judges the affairs of the officials. After returning to Beijing, he should be transferred in time to fill the vacancy!" Looking at Yang Bin, Liu Chengyou ordered.

"Yes!"

In one breath, and issued orders repeatedly, Liu Chengyou's mouth was a little dry, and he slowed down, which also made the officials digest it.

After pondering for a while, when the atmosphere became subtle unconsciously, Liu Chengyou frowned and slowed down his speech, but his eyes were extremely firm and he said: "Xuzhou's assignment was sent to the town by my own orders. It’s a scholar. It’s my fault for using someone who isn’t human. Liu Xin is a relative of the emperor, so he didn’t give him any encouragement, so he also failed to control him. I intend to issue an imperial edict to relieve my guilt!”

Liu Chengyou's words could be regarded as a bit of sincerity, when the subordinate officials heard the words, they hurriedly persuaded him, it should not be like this.

This is indeed the case. After all, the emperor was also deceived. Moreover, Liu Xin's Xuzhou Jiedu was appointed by Liu Zhiyuan when he was in power. Liu Chengyou just let him take over. Of course, he has to bear all the mistakes.

One's own guilt should never be taken lightly, but Liu Xin's case is special, what Liu Chengyou wants is to show an attitude of being a king.Although the ministers tried their best to dissuade him, Liu Chengyou was determined, so he decided that the imperial edict of guilt should be written by Wang Pu.

When the matter was explained in place, Liu Chengyou waved his hands in anger, and put down four words: "Return to Beijing the next day!"

　Regarding Xuzhou, it is impossible to satisfy everyone, so let's end it like this.

　　Xuzhou wrote nearly 3 words for this episode, 1 words more than expected.It is estimated that I have watched too many dramas, and it is affected.
　　
　
(End of this chapter)