Datang: Starting from a fortune-telling stall, Wu Zetian was suddenly abducted

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That was meant to fool ordinary people. Li Chengqian immediately guessed that this property was the result of Hou Junji and others being greedy.

Your Majesty was merciful and kept it private for them.

But because Hou Junji and his confidants were so bold, they were easily criticized for forming cliques for personal gain.

He thought for a while and did not go to the Ministry of Revenue to inquire about the news. Instead, he went to Guo Xiaoke's house alone.

When Guo Xiaoke heard that the prince was visiting, he quickly invited him into the living room.

After Li Chengqian chatted with him for a while, he changed the topic and asked: "General Guo, I came to you to ask about Hou Junji's corruption."

When Guo Xiaoke heard this, he couldn't help but look embarrassed, "Your Highness, it's not that I don't want to talk about it, it's just that it involves secret music, and I don't dare to talk about it."

Li Chengqian smiled and said, "It's a matter of confidentiality. I won't embarrass General Guo."

"It's just my guess. I'll ask. All you have to do is nod or shake your head. How about this?"

Guo Xiaoke knew that Li Chengqian had given him enough face.

Moreover, there are many people involved in Hou Junji's corruption. If the prince wants to inquire, even if he doesn't tell it, other places can find out.

Thinking of this, he nodded in agreement.

Li Chengqian asked: "Is it true that the censor impeached Hou Junji for his conquest of Gaochang for corruption?"

Guo Xiaoke nodded.

Li Chengqian then asked: "Hou Junji is not the only one who is greedy for ink. There are also many officers under him who are greedy for ink."

Guo Xiaoke then nodded.

Li Chengqian asked the third key question, which was also his own inference. "Hou Junji's corruption this time was actually coerced by his officers?"

Guo Xiaoke's eyes widened and he was a little shocked. After a moment, he nodded again.

Li Chengqian took a deep breath, exhaled it slowly, and said to Guo Xiaoke:
"Then I understand. Thank you, General Guo. I'll take my leave."

"Oh, by the way. You can tell His Majesty what I have come to see you about today, and there is no need to hide it."

After saying that, he turned around and left.

After he got out of Guo Mansion, he got on his horse and waved his fist fiercely. Hou Junji could save him one more time.

Because he found the point that Li Shimin had never paid attention to: coercion.

Since Hou Junji was being coerced, all he had to do was keep Hou Junji away from these officers.

If Hou Junji disagrees, then be the villain yourself and save Hou Junji.

The next day, the court meeting ended.

Li Chengqian summoned Hou Junji to the East Palace.

They are not outsiders, and Li Chengqian didn't talk nonsense. He asked with concern: "Uncle, why do you want to give a second reward to your subordinate officers?"

Hou Junji also knew that something was wrong with this matter, but now that the matter was settled, he did not intend to admit his mistake.

Then he said vaguely: "The little ones below are a little confused when it comes to things. I also drank some wine and they encouraged me."

Li Chengqian sighed and said, "Uncle, please don't hide it from me. I heard that they held us hostage once during the campaign against Gaochang, and this is the second time."

At this time, Hou Junji never realized that he was being coerced, so he explained: "How can it be coerced?"

"These people are my brothers who have been with me through life and death. If they put forward their opinions, I naturally have to consider them."

Li Chengqian shook his head and reminded him: "Proposing opinions and coercing you are two different concepts. Uncle, don't confuse them."

"If this continues, they will definitely coax you into causing even greater trouble."

"Just take this opportunity to move them away from you."

Hou Junji's heart skipped a beat, transferred away?

If they were transferred rashly, these people would definitely tell the story about Queen Gaochang.

He refused directly and said: "Your Highness is worrying too much. Let's do this. I will strictly discipline these people when I return."

"Besides, these people are used to working under me. I'm afraid they won't be easy to handle under other people."

Li Chengqian saw that he was stubborn and said with some confusion: "Uncle, is there something that fell into their hands?" "If you feel that it is not appropriate for you to step out and transfer them, then I will do it."

Hou Junji suddenly felt a little embarrassed about his face, and then evaded, "It's just a small matter, I won't bother Your Highness."

"These people are quite obedient under my command. They are not as serious as His Highness said."

"If you want me to talk about the transfer, forget it."

In order to prevent Hou Junji from causing big trouble, Li Chengqian was determined to transfer the thorny officers under him.

Hou Junji firmly refused to be transferred because of his reputation and the matter with Queen Gaochang.

After several times, the two of them froze there.

Not much speculation.

Hou Junji finally turned around and left. Before leaving, he said, "No one from Hou Junji can be transferred without my consent."

Looking at Hou Junji walking away, Li Chengqian, who had always been good-tempered, was so angry that he threw the cup in his hand to the ground.

As soon as Hou Junji left the palace, he saw Helan Chushi eavesdropping at the door.

Hou Junji glared at him, "Why are you so unruly?"

But Helan Chushi ran over with a flattering smile, "Isn't this caring about my father?"

"I heard the conversation between you and the prince. It is absolutely impossible for me to say anything about this matter."

While talking, the two of them had already left the East Palace.

Hou Junji asked: "If you have any ideas, please tell me."

Helan Chushi said: "Father, you have made great achievements in battle now."

"At this time, the prince suddenly wants to transfer your capable people. Isn't this obviously jealous of you and weakening your rights?"

When Hou Junji heard this, he suddenly understood.
"What Chu Shi said makes sense. Do you have any good ideas? Tell me."

Helan Chushi said confidently: "I think so."

"I will tell Pu Hongyun and Ye Hongzhuang what happened today. I just said that the prince wants to transfer them away and deprive them of their rights. You firmly disagree and argue with reason."

"Finally, we have saved them for the time being. This way they will be even more devoted to their father."

After hearing this, Hou Junji repeatedly said yes.

Helan Chushi went to tell Pu Hongyun and Ye Hongzhuang about the matter.

Pu Hongyun and Ye Hongzhuang didn't say anything on the surface, but there was another layer of resentment in their hearts.

Duke Yun's Mansion.

Zhang Liangzheng sat there with a straight face, frowning and looking at the few fake ones kneeling in front of him.

The person who was kneeling on the ground cried out:

"Father, I spent 2000 taels of silver to fill the vacancy, and waited for half a year. But I never expected that Hou Junji's people would get there first."

"While there hasn't been an official announcement yet, hurry up and help me think of a solution."

The second person also cried:
"Father, you have to make the decision for me too."

"Not only did I spend money and time, but I also got one of my most beloved concubines."

"This Hou Junji is really nothing."

A third person said:

"It's worse than me. Which one of you is worse than me?"

"I got myself involved in it."

"Father, you must make the decision for us."

This is someone who sells his butt for officialdom.

(End of this chapter)