Dong Gong Mei

Chapter 881: Thunderous Means

After saying this, he slightly side-glanced and glanced behind him.

The thoughts that everyone had suppressed became active again: Gu Yong, you want to use our power to force the emperor? Well, we might as well accept your move.

Anyway, if we win, we won't lose anything. If we lose, you, Gu Yong, will have to bear the consequences.

A dozen people bowed their hands together and said, "We second the motion. We implore Your Majesty to try the case as soon as possible!"

Li Xuanye put down the jade pendant, and the hanging beads made a soft sound.

The emperor did not respond, so three or five people looked at each other and responded in unison: "We second the motion. We implore Your Majesty to review the case as soon as possible."

Li Xuanye glanced inside the hall.

Nearly half of the hundred people came to ask for permission.

He moved his fingertips slightly, stroking the jade ring, his mind deep in thought.

On the first day of the new emperor's reign, all the officials in the court gave him a show of power.

"In that case..." He said in a slightly cold tone, looking up at Gu Yong, "The evidence in this case has been destroyed, and no one in the Zhao family has confessed. Does the Prime Minister have any new clues?"

Gu Yong knew his intention and said respectfully, "Your Majesty, I have no clues."

Li Xuanye laughed.

"What about you ministers? Have you made any report? Is this case going to be dragged on?" His voice was light, but full of oppression. This short question instantly had the meaning of accusation.

Gu Yong bowed and returned to the audience. It was true that he wanted to urge Li Xuanye to be brought to trial, but he could not take on this hot potato - it was easy to take on a case but difficult to close it. If he provoked the emperor to punish him, he would lose more than he gained.

An official behind him suddenly spoke up: "Your Majesty, the key evidence in this case is the 3,000-prescription drug. As long as we find the formula, the case can be solved. However, this drug was burned by the Zhao family..."

He paused, cupped his hands and looked upward, "If Your Majesty really wants to close the case, it won't be difficult. As long as Your Majesty lets go of old feelings and lets the Court of Justice conduct the trial - I believe that under severe punishment, something will be gained."

Such words are part of the duty of an advisor to the emperor, usually spoken by the emperor's confidants or censors. Such rash advice is extremely rare.

Li Xuanye raised his eyebrows.

The official bowed and said loudly, "So, whether this case can be resolved or not does not depend on me, your Majesty! Forgive me for being frank, but your Majesty is the ruler of the world. You should take drastic measures to correct the atmosphere in the court! You must not be fettered by personal feelings and affect your Majesty's virtue!"

Every word in this conversation was reasonable and powerful, echoing throughout the huge hall.

Everyone in the hall had their own thoughts - when the crown prince was regent, no one had the need to be so serious about things, but now that the crown prince has become the emperor, some things must be taken seriously.

After all, as officials, they hold high positions in government and hold great power, so they have to consider their future and future.

When you play games with me, you are not only playing with your own destiny, but also the destiny of your family, young and old, and even the destiny of all the people in the world.

Li Xuanye had been in charge of government affairs for many years and was well aware of this, so he did not refute it. He just asked calmly, "Lord Liu, do you mean that I should torture you severely?"

The official surnamed Liu was very smart and immediately replied: "I am only giving advice. As for what Your Majesty does, I dare not interfere."

"Okay. You don't interfere." Li Xuanye glanced at him and called him coldly: "What about the Prime Minister? What do you think?"

It is reasonable to ask Gu Yong. He is the head of all officials and should offer advice on military and political affairs. The Zhao family case is serious. If he does not dare to stand up, no one else will dare to stand up.

Gu Yong stepped out of the line and said, "Since Your Majesty has asked, I will answer it boldly. Although the evidence of Zhao Ziyi's framing of the Queen has been damaged, it is undeniable that Zhao Ziyi killed his own son. Your Majesty, I think that this alone is enough to convict him of a serious crime."

Li Xuanye stroked the jade ring without saying anything.

Since the emperor didn't speak, the ministers didn't dare to say anything either, and the hall fell into silence for a while.

Gu Yong gritted his teeth secretly and added solemnly: "Your Majesty, close the case as soon as possible and give Queen Gu the truth. This is also the wish of the Emperor."

Li Xuanye clenched his fingers instantly.

The emperor will not be conscious for long, and if he delays any further, it is hard to say whether he can see Zhao Ziyi being brought to justice.

With a flick of his sleeves, he picked up the imperial brush, and immediately a servant spread out the paper for him.

He narrowed his eyes slightly and spoke slowly, "In that case, let's follow Prime Minister Gu's advice for now." He paused, "Send an edict to the Chief Justice to bring him to trial tomorrow."

After saying this, he put down his ink brush and glanced around the hall: "Let's stop here today!"

The eunuch saw this and said in a long voice: "Adjourn the court..."

The ministers did not dare to discuss it anymore. They hurriedly lifted their official robes and bowed down: "Farewell to our emperor——"

Before the last syllable of the word "emperor" was retracted, Li Xuanye had already stepped down from the throne. As he walked through the hall, his court robes fluttered like the wind, almost hitting his subjects in the face.

Even those who reacted slowly realized a problem: were they pushing too hard?

The new emperor hurriedly ended his first court session, and when he returned to Penglai Palace, the palace servants smelled a hint of danger from afar.

Seeing him step into the hall, he hurriedly served him hot tea.

Li Xuanye took the teacup and took a sip. The palace maid knelt beside him again and wanted to change his clothes.

Just as he stretched out his hand, he swung his sleeves and gritted his teeth and ordered: "Send Zhao Xiwei to see me!"

The palace maid was stunned for a moment, and when she reacted, she hurriedly replied, "Yes!" Not daring to look at his expression again, she hurriedly left the inner hall.

When Zhao Xiwei was brought in, she had already washed and dressed.

When meeting the emperor, it is not acceptable to wear prisoner clothes or have disheveled hair. This is considered disrespectful in front of the emperor and will be punishable.

The palace maid brought her some hot water and a green silk dress. Seeing her pale face, she asked, "You don't look well, would you like some makeup?"

From the expectant look in the female official's eyes, Zhao Xiwei sensed a hint of secret.

She recalled Li Xuanye's expression at the Supreme Court that day, and was somewhat confused about his thoughts - she had expected him to ascend the throne so soon, but she had not expected that he would summon her on the first day of his ascension to the throne.

Could it be that there is some progress in mastering the mysterious art?

  Or maybe Liu Jishan did something secretly and the situation was about to be reversed?

Of course, when she thought of his moody face that day, she felt a little pessimistic.

With all kinds of doubts, Zhao Xiwei stepped into Penglai Palace.

As soon as I entered the door, I was stunned.

The hall was empty and quiet, without even a palace maid.

Looking around, the furnishings and utensils were normal and there was nothing wrong.

In the center of the hall, incense was burning and a zither was placed on the table, as if it was waiting for someone.

Zhao Xiwei's eyes fell on the piano, and her head ached slightly.

Ever since she lost her memory, she has often suffered from headaches, but the pain did not bring back any memories of the past; it was just pure pain.

Well, if Li Xuanye wanted her to die, he could just let the Supreme Court execute her directly, there was no need to do it in his own palace.

She straightened her skirt and walked in slowly.

When I passed by the piano case, I was still attracted by the piano.

For some unknown reason, she really wanted to touch it.

But as soon as he stretched out his hand, he retracted it reflexively.

Then I heard someone behind me say, "This zither is prepared for you. You can play a tune on it."

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I have been thinking about this plot for a long time, but I am still not satisfied. Let me think about it slowly tomorrow. I can't stay up late. I am recovering from illness.