I have lived forever since the end of Qin Dynasty

Chapter 357 Countdown to Liu Duan’s trial

Chapter 357 Countdown to Liu Duan’s trial

There are still four days before the second court meeting to discuss the matter of King Jiaoxi.

Liu Che personally went to Changle Palace to visit Empress Dowager Dou.

After the palace maid finished reporting, he followed the attendant and entered the palace.

Queen Mother Dou was sitting in the hall, holding a cup of tea in her hand.

"Xiao Zhi is here?" She squinted her eyes and looked over. Even though the palace maid had just reported it, she had to see it with her own eyes to officially confirm it.

Liu Che bowed respectfully and said hello.

As a grandmother, her status is ridiculously high, not to mention that it is not a taboo in the Han Dynasty to interfere in politics in the harem.

When Empress Gao ruled in the early years of Emperor Hui's reign, didn't she manage the world in an orderly manner?

Moreover, after the death of Empress Dowager Lu, power was smoothly transferred to Emperor Xiaohui without any accidents.

To this day, the Lu family can be considered a quite powerful family in Chang'an, with many members of the family serving as officials in the capital.

With such a precedent, and in addition, Emperor Xiaowen later needed to rely on the power of his relatives to fight against the hero group, and Emperor Xiaojing needed to ensure the checks and balances in the court, so the harem was not explicitly prohibited from intervening in politics.

What's more, neither Emperor Wen nor Jing had experienced the trouble and pain of the Queen Mother's involvement in politics.

Liu Heng's mother died early, and he was still granted the post of Queen Mother.

When Liu Qi ascended the throne, he had already reached the crown, and Empress Dowager Dou had no reason to interfere in politics.

Even the emperor did not express any opinions, and it was even less likely that his ministers would write a letter to express their opinions.

This is a family matter after all, and others will point fingers at it, even if it is well-intentioned, it will still be suspected.

In the end, Liu Che suffered.

Empress Dowager Dou's relatives continued to grow and develop during the Jing Emperor Dynasty, but because of Liu Qi's existence, they only dared to go beyond the rules occasionally and acted honestly most of the time.

But when Liu Che succeeded to the throne, it was still two years before he was crowned emperor. Before that, Empress Dowager Dou had been in charge of the court, just like the old affairs of Emperor Xiaohui.

It wasn't until he was crowned emperor at the beginning of the year that the Queen Mother Dou allowed him to exercise the power of the emperor.

However, Liu Che had to come to Changle Palace for instructions when making decisions on key matters and could not make decisions alone.

If your ideas are contrary to your grandmother's, you will be voted down.

After a pause, he greeted with concern: "Auntie, how is your appetite these days? Does the batch of dense fruits sent by the chef last time suit your taste?"

"Everything is fine, everything is fine." Empress Dowager Dou smiled and nodded, with a kind expression, "Xiao Zhi, you have grown taller again, and you have the demeanor of your father back then. Being an emperor is not an easy thing. Your uncle always Whenever I make an important decision, I will toss and turn all night long, thinking about the problem."

"I understand." Liu Che also smiled, "I will learn from the great father and govern the great man well, but... there is one thing, I don't know whether I should ask."

Queen Mother Dou took a sip of the tea in her cup and said slowly, "Is it Duan'er's business?"

"Yes." Liu Che looked solemn, "Although he is my brother, he..."

Queen Mother Dou put down the tea cup in her hand, then waved her hand, and the raised corners of her mouth suddenly flattened.

She sighed and said, "Xiao She, the world seems to be peaceful, but in fact it may not be able to withstand a few twists and turns. When I was governing the country, I wanted stability and peace, and I didn't want to waste people and money.

Look at your father, who caused the rebellion of the seven kingdoms. If there were no Marquis Wenzhen of Yangxia, no King Wulie of Chu, and no Marquis Jiangzhuang, would the Han Dynasty become what it was like in the late Qin Dynasty?

Even though the rebellion was put down, it took four or five years for the world to completely return to the way it was before the rebellion.

The country and the country should focus on stability. Isn't this the case for families?

You and Aduan are blood brothers, unlike those traitors who rebelled during your father's time. Most of those people were cousins, and some of them were almost out of the third server.

Therefore, little pig, listen to your eldest mother's advice. If it doesn't work, just write a letter and scold your brother. There is no need to punish the crime with the law. "

Liu Che listened to this rambling advice and nodded sincerely, as if he had a deep understanding.

But in fact, his heart was filled with helplessness.

The mother's perspective in analyzing the problem focuses on the "emotional card", which is completely deviated from the core and has nothing to do with politics.

The reason why my eldest father sought stability in everything back then was because the big man at that time really couldn't bear the trouble. Sometimes when he encountered trouble, he had no choice but to ignore it and not pursue it to the end.

As for the rebellion of the Seven Kingdoms, it was a conflict that was difficult to reconcile between the imperial court and local governments.

My father did not deal with it and chose to procrastinate and maintain the superficial prosperity. I am afraid that the central government will completely lose control over the internal affairs of the vassal states. When the situation is hard to come back, it will be no different from the Zhou royal family back then.

But the most uncomfortable thing for Liu Che was that he couldn't express all these analyses.

When the time comes, Queen Mother Dou thinks that she is being stubborn and even thinks that she just wants to attack Liu Duan, which will make the matter even more troublesome.

Taking a deep breath and suppressing the annoyance that arose in his heart, Liu Che took Empress Dowager Dou's hand and said, "Auntie, you are right. If the country maintains peace and the people live and work in peace and contentment, then the country can continue, and relatives will be close to each other, and things will be harmonious. Only by living in harmony can the family prosper."

"Hey, that's right." Queen Mother Dou smiled with satisfaction, "If you think so, I feel relieved."

"Well... Brother Eight did go too far this time. I'm afraid it won't be convincing to the local people if I don't punish him." Liu Che hesitated for a while. Even if he lost the recognition he had just won again, he still chose to ask. .

As the emperor of Han Dynasty, I have some responsibilities that I must bear.

As expected, Queen Mother Dou frowned slightly and said, "What can't be convinced by this? The worst you can do is exempt the local taxes for three years."

Hearing this, Liu Che felt a little annoyed.

You are so talkative and easy to talk about.

And there is no such truth.

When criminals commit crimes, they do not punish the criminals, but only use benefits to silence the victims so that they do not speak out.

If the laws of the Han Dynasty were implemented according to this standard, then the local powerful people would probably burst into laughter.

Liu Che pursed his lips and chose to ask: "You can do this now. What do you think we should do if the eighth brother commits more egregious things in the future?"

"Hey, you kid, what are you so stubborn about?" Queen Mother Dou seemed a little impatient, feeling that her authority had been challenged.

After thinking for a moment, she replied: "I will write a letter and send it to Jiaoxi later to ask Duan'er to pay attention to his behavior. If he does something more egregious than this time, you can deal with it how you want. .”

"Eighth brother, this is really troublesome for my eldest mother." Liu Che said leisurely, his smile stopped for a moment, and then immediately switched to a friendly smile.

Empress Dowager Dou, who had poor eyesight, did not notice the switch in that moment, nor did she hear the yin and yang in her tone. She waved her hands and said, "I don't care about you juniors, so who will get the qualification."

……

There are still three days before the second court meeting to discuss the matter of King Jiaoxi. Wang Zang hurriedly entered the palace and rushed to Weiyang Palace to ask to see Liu Che.

"Your Majesty, Your Majesty, it's a happy event, a great happy event." He stepped into the palace and said excitedly after completing the salute.

Liu Che, who had always been unhappy, became curious when he saw the appearance of his cronies.

"Mr. Wang, what kind of happy event are you rushing over here in such a hurry? If this doesn't make me happy, then I will punish you." He half-jokingly asked Wang Zang to start reporting that " A great event."

After spending a moment to sort out his words, Wang Zang said: "Your Majesty, at the meeting the day before yesterday, the envoy Chen Xun and Chen Boyu from the Jiaoxi mission were confirmed to be members of the Chen family of Yangxia, and according to the will of Marquis Wenzhen of Yangxia, he Being able to inherit two thousand households and enjoy the status of a noble prince was approved by the late emperor."

"Oh? He actually has such an identity." Liu Che sounded slightly surprised.

I had a good impression of the envoy who changed the topic in the court and rescued Zhao Wan, and even wrote down his name.

In his opinion, Chen Xun is a smart person.

According to the original plan, I would try to find an opportunity to keep him in Chang'an, and first give him an official position for a few years. If he performed well, he would be promoted and reused.

Unexpectedly, the other party suddenly transformed into a descendant of the Chen family in Yangxia, and would also have the title of marquis.

If Chen Xun wanted to stay in Chang'an, he could just jump through countless steps and get a high position directly.

What a wonderful fate.

Liu Che, who was filled with emotion in his heart, was obviously still immersed in the rapid transformation of Chen Luo's identity.

Only when he looked at Wang Zang sitting opposite him did he react suddenly.

"A happy event, it is indeed a happy event." Liu Che's eyes widened, and even with his ability to control emotions, he was a little out of sorts for a while.

There is a breakthrough in the Jiaoxi King case!

You must know that the mission of the Prime Minister of Jiaoxi was intercepted on the road. This incident was not enough to convict Liu Duan. Therefore, even the documents of the imperial censor impeaching Liu Duan rarely mentioned this incident specifically.

In this era, human life is not equally precious.

Several officials worth [-] tons in Jiaoxi were poisoned and killed. The envoys were all close associates and retainers of the Prime Minister of Jiaoxi, and could not serve as a breakthrough point to attack Liu Duan. Naturally, no one made a fuss about this matter.

But when Chen Xun was confirmed to be a member of the Yangxia Chen family and even inherited the title of two thousand households, the situation was completely different.

After intercepting and killing dozens of Jiaoxi Prime Minister's cronies, everyone thought Liu Duan's methods were too extreme, but in fact no one cared.

Killing the descendants of the Chen family in Yangxia, killing a prince with two thousand households... Good guy, you Liu Duan are so brave!

Liu Che and Wang Zang looked at each other and instantly understood what the other meant.

"I will summon him later. The descendants of the Chen family in Yangxia must be outstanding talents. I have to put them to good use." Liu Che said loudly, thinking that such words should be able to make the attendants outside the palace listen. Clear, and then passed to the ears of the mother.

……

There are still two days before the second court meeting to discuss the matter of King Jiaoxi.

Chen Luo left Miyagi City at a steady pace.

In just two days, Liu Che summoned him five times.

There was only one main discussion, and that was to confirm whether he was really recognized by the Yangxia Chen family and could inherit the title.

Although no one dares to pretend to be the Yangxia Chen family, what if Chen Luo wants to use this method to sway him, the emperor, with his life?

In this difficult situation, Liu Che had to be careful.

And Chen Luo gave a strong proof.

Brought by the descendants of the Chen family in Yangxia, there are handwritten letters between Chen Zhi and Chen Lu.

Everything else was easy to forge, but as soon as the document came out, Liu Che had no doubts.

The Yangxia Chen family has not spoken much in these years, but it does not mean that they have come to an end and no one pays attention to them.

Anyone who dares to underestimate them and thinks that he can coerce them with the power in his hands will undoubtedly make people laugh.

If Chen Zhi and Chen Lu, the two second-generation Chehous, have not passed away, it means that no one can make the current Chen family of Yangxia do what they don't want to do, not even the Queen Mother Dou, let alone Liu Duan.

After all, there is a relationship between the Chu State and the Marquis of Huaiyin behind these two people.

After Chen Luo proved his identity, Liu Che first tested his attitude.

When many people were in a low status, when they saw injustice, they shouted loudly and complained about it. When they reached a high position, they themselves committed unfair things. When they see those pictures of those who would stand up in the past, they will only hide in them. The crowd sneered.

Liu Che didn't know if Chen Luo belonged to this kind of person.

As a member of the Jiaoxi Prime Minister's delegation, he impeached Liu Duan in the court and cited various criminal evidence, which was what he should have done.

And the situation suddenly changed.

Now Chen Luo has become a descendant of the Yangxia Chen family, with a respected status, and even the possibility of inheriting the title of two thousand households.

A sudden change in identity often changes a person's mentality.

In Liu Che's view, Chen Luo, who learned that he was a descendant of the Chen family in Yangxia, might not be willing to continue to stand up and identify Liu Duan, make a feud with a prince and king, and offend the queen mother behind him.

However, when Chen Luo was summoned for the third time, he took the initiative to mention that he would continue to impeach the King of Jiaoxi to dispel Liu Che's doubts.

Some people would be fooled by the wealth falling from the sky, but Chen Luo was not that kind of person.

What kind of mentality I used to do things before, I still do things with the same mentality now, and it will still be the same in the future.

After receiving such an answer, the surprise in Liu Che's eyes could not be concealed, and then he solemnly warned him not to leak the news of these things before the next morning meeting.

However, this is somewhat different from Chen Luo's original idea.

According to his idea, using his identity to build momentum in the past few days and win more words in the court will undoubtedly have a very good effect.

But Liu Che wanted to launch an "attack" and use his identity as a bomb to blow up those who opposed it, leaving Queen Dou unable to react.

Chen Luo didn't care about this deviation.

Even if the process is a little different, the answer is more important as long as you end up with the answer you planned for.

Reaching out to hold up a ray of sunlight, Chen Luo felt warm in his palms.

He breathed out slowly.

When everything is done, Liu Duan's fate is already decided.

(End of this chapter)

Tap the screen to use advanced tools Tip: You can use left and right keyboard keys to browse between chapters.

You'll Also Like