Corrupt official in the Red Chamber

Chapter 566 Three Invitations
After several people returned to the cabinet, they looked at the two things on the table and smiled with satisfaction.

Then several people discussed the next step of action, and then returned home with satisfaction.

Another ten days passed peacefully, and it was another early morning.

All the ministers came to the court room outside Qianqing Gate.

But everyone knew that Jia Rui was not here, so the morning court was just a formality. We didn't even need to go to the Qianqingmen Hall. After discussing the matter in the court room, we could announce that the morning court was over.

But today is different from the past. Everyone in the court room stared at the three cabinet ministers in the middle.

When Shen Wence saw everyone had arrived, he coughed, then stood up and said:
"Some time ago, we went to the gate of Prince Wu's Mansion to remonstrate with him, but Prince Wu rejected us. I believe that we cannot give up halfway. We should go to Prince Wu's Mansion again to explain our interests to Prince Wu and ask him to ascend the throne."

Naturally, no one below agreed, especially Wu Lao Hanlin, who danced the most happily last time. At this time, he stood up again.

"What Mr. Shen said is absolutely true. This not only represents our ministers, but also represents the aspirations of the world. We cannot let the prince act like a child and lose his temper."

After hearing this, the ministers below were filled with indignation.

"What Mr. Wu said is absolutely true. The prince only cares about his own reputation and does not care about the people. We must not let him go this time."

"Even if I kneel to death at the gate of the palace this time, I will never leave like the last time with an anticlimactic end."

Shen Wence nodded in agreement. When he saw that the ministers below had finished speaking, he smiled and pressed his hands downwards, making the ministers' voices quieter.

"I also know what you all think, this time we must not give up halfway."

After saying this, Shen Wence said mysteriously: "If the prince insists on not obeying, we will have to force it."

After finishing speaking, Jia Yucun winked.

Jia Yucun immediately pulled out a tray from behind, only to see something covered with red cloth.

Shen Wence stepped forward and lifted up the red cloth on top. Inside was a bright yellow five-clawed dragon robe.

When the ministers below saw this scene, their eyes lit up. They were not fools, and they understood what Shen Wence and the others planned.

"Master Shen is really smart. In fact, we should have done this a long time ago. If we had taken this treasure last time, our trip would not have been in vain."

"Master Shen, when the time comes, you put the dragon robe on the prince. We ministers will rush forward, welcome the prince onto the dragon chariot, and go directly into the palace."

Shen Wence was very satisfied with the attitude of the ministers below, and then said:
"In that case, let's leave now."

The people below agreed one after another, and a large group of people left the Qianqingmen court room.

However, these people did not realize that in addition to them, there were four or five serious-faced ministers following them silently.

At this time, outside the main hall of Qianqing Gate, there were still emperors in full armor.

Lao Li had prepared this for Shen Wence and others in advance, so he naturally followed them out of the palace.

After arriving outside the palace, there were actually one or two hundred officials gathered here.

These people are not qualified to go to court, but they are officials of high rank.

They heard about what might happen today through various channels, so they all gathered here and prepared to mix it up.

Shen Wence naturally welcomed these people and asked them to follow the senior officials to Ningrong Street.

Just like last time, the group of people arrived in Ningrong Street in their sedan chairs and with their guards and servants.

This time, the general guarding the gate was familiar with them and let them in directly, but blocked all the guards behind.

This time when the ministers entered Ningrong Street on foot, Jia Zheng and Jia Zhen were waiting at the entrance of Ningrong Street. In the last operation, only Jia Zhen participated. Afterwards, Jia Zheng felt very regretful.

No matter what, he couldn't miss it this time.

Since Jia Zheng and Jia Zhen belong to the Jia clan, they walked behind the three cabinet ministers and were considered important figures.

The group of people soon arrived at the gate of Prince Wu's Mansion. When the guards and soldiers saw them coming, they looked at each other and sent a leader to come forward and salute Shen Wence and others first.

"Gentlemen, is this happening again?"

Shen Wence stroked his beard and said: "I will die for the people and the country."

The man in charge touched his nose, not knowing how to reply to Shen Wence's words.

Shen Wence didn't talk nonsense to him, and said directly: "Tell me inside that Shen Wence and all the ministers are here to see the prince."

After saying that, Shen Wence knelt down at the door with a plop.

The hundreds of ministers behind him also followed suit and knelt at the door of Prince Wu's Mansion.

Seeing this scene, the leader shook his head helplessly, and then ordered someone to report inside.

At this time, Jia Rui already knew what might happen today, so he got up early, showered and changed clothes, and sat in the lobby to wait.

Soon Wangcai, who had been responsible for inquiring about the news, slipped in.

"Master, the ministers outside have already knelt down."

Lao Li and Qin Shun, who were serving Jia Rui personally, took a step forward and fell to their knees.

"Please, Your Majesty, go to meet the ministers outside the palace for the sake of the country's development."

Jia Rui sat on the seat and pretended to sigh, and then said:

"We are all in the same palace and proclaim ourselves ministers, why do we force each other to this point?"

"Your Majesty, the adults outside are also interested in the country. Please go out and meet them." Wang Cai also came forward to join in the fun.

Jia Rui shook his head gently, stood up and said:

"I know what they are thinking. This is absolutely impossible. However, all the ministers are the pillars of the country. If they are injured, they must not do it. Therefore, I went out to persuade them and let them disperse early."

After saying that, Jia Rui led the people out of the lobby and out of the house together.

When I arrived at the gate of the mansion, I saw hundreds of officials of all ranks kneeling below.

Jia Rui stood on top and sighed, and said to the ministers below: "I understand your purpose of coming, but I will never dare to obey you. Please disperse and go back to the Yamen to do your business."

Shen Wence and Jia Yucun, who were kneeling in front, looked at each other. Suddenly Jia Yucun stood up and took out a yellow cloth roll from his arms.

"Concubine Jing gave the order, Jia Rui accepted the order,"

Jia Rui seemed to be stunned for a moment.

Lao Li, who was following behind, quickly stepped forward and pushed Jia Rui down to his knees.

In fact, with Jia Rui's strength, Lao Li can succeed only if Jia Rui is willing.

"Concubine Jing's edict: With the blessing of heaven and earth, the kindness of ancestors, the country is prosperous, and the people live in peace, but God bless people. The first emperor, the first emperor, and the emperor Daxing died one after another. The country's power is declining, and the mourning family is for the sake of the people of the world. This special order King Jia Rui of Wu succeeds to the throne of the emperor and rules the world. Concubine Jing wishes to express this."

(End of this chapter)