A thousand-year-old family that began with the Battle of Makino

Chapter 461: The spy case has the government and the public in panic, and the case of the Queen Mother's death spreads

Zhangtai Palace

Zhuge Liang heard the imperial edict and went to the palace to see him. Unexpectedly, the first words Liu Chan said when they met were:

"Prime Minister, please stop. If this continues, I'm afraid the imperial court will be devastated."

Zhuge Liang was very excited and said: "Your Majesty, do you also want to protect these worms in the country? If they are not completely eliminated, Sun Wu will not be able to eradicate them, Jiangdong will never be able to recover, and the world will never be unified again.

Is this what Your Majesty wants to see? "

Liu Chan was also a little at a loss.

"Your Majesty, it is precisely because of these people that Sun Quan was told everything about the army, so that there is no secret in the army.

He fell directly into the trap of Wu State, causing several years of preparation to go to waste. And those soldiers who died, should they die?

For His Majesty's ambition, they never said anything willing. His Majesty said he wanted to march south, so they bid farewell to their wives, children and children from home. Following His Majesty's will, they went to a place they were not familiar with without hesitation to fight a war far away from their hometown. Far away war.

This is because they believe in Your Majesty and the late Emperor.

But what about now? Because of some people's selfish interests and selfishness, they have ignored important national affairs and the lives of hundreds of thousands of soldiers.

Your Majesty, they didn't deserve to die, they all died unjustly.

If I don't give them justice, how can I feel at ease and how can my army be determined? The Southern Expedition will become a joke. Doesn’t Your Majesty want to unify the world and fulfill His Majesty’s last wish? "

"this···"

Liu Chan was also moved by Zhuge Liang, so he immediately said: "In that case, Prime Minister, just do it. We must not let the soldiers feel cold."

"Thank you, Your Majesty!"

Xuanwu 12th year

February
Yushi Zhongcheng, Shizhong, and Tan County Hou Chentai were involved in the Wu spy case and were taken into custody by the Tingwei Mansion.

The Yushitai was originally responsible for investigating the spy case, but now the chief officer was involved, and the court instantly set off an uproar. The impeachment against Zhuge Liang fell on Liu Chan like snowflakes.

Although Yushi Zhongcheng only held an official position of Qianshi, as the emperor's ear, he was a close minister.

Moreover, Chen Tai was the son of the late Chen Qun and inherited Chen Qun's title of Marquis of Tan County.

Who is Chen Qun? He was a veteran of the previous dynasty, the late Third Duke, a being who would make the whole world tremble whenever he stamped his feet.

When his son was imprisoned, Chen Qun's disciples and former officials all jumped out to speak for Chen Tai, including but not limited to, doctors from Imperial College, local governors, state governors, Zhongzheng Mansion and other officials.

"Your Majesty, what Prime Minister Zhuge did is really too much. Chen Zhongcheng, as the son of Tan Gong County Marquis, should not be punished so casually, regardless of his influence or his father's achievements.

Moreover, he also has the title of county marquis, so he should not be imprisoned like others, but should be given the treatment he deserves for his meritorious service. "

Zhongshu ordered Sima Yi to speak respectfully to Liu Chan.

Liu Chan thought for a long time and thought that Sima Yi was right, so he ordered:

"Chen Tai is a Marquis of Tan County. After his meritorious service, after the late emperor Yuan Rong and Chen Qun, he has made great contributions to the country. He is specially exempted from prison. He is only under house arrest in the Marquis Mansion of Tan County. If guilty, he will be punished, and if not guilty, he will be released immediately."

As Liu Chan's edict was issued, Chen Tai, who was about to relent, was immediately taken out of prison and returned to his mansion.

This situation made Chen Tai understand that if he had said so, his death would have come.

Disturbed by Liu Chan, Zhuge Liang immediately entered the palace: "Your Majesty, why is this? Chen Qun is an important criminal who colluded with the enemy. Just because his father has contributed to the country, we can't condone his breaking the law and seeking the country, right?"

If this is the case, the country will no longer be a country. Please, Your Majesty, stop acting like this. Otherwise, I really don’t know what to do.

If the military loses morale and cannot suppress all parties, it will be a great turmoil for the country. "

Liu Chan was a little embarrassed and agreed to Zhuge Liang's advice, saying that he would never interfere without authorization in the future and must tell Zhuge Liang first.

Zhuge Liang sighed, saluted, and then slowly withdrew.

June
Empress Dowager Bai Yue contracted an illness and died without treatment. Liu Chan was so sad that he held a funeral for her and was buried in Huiling with the late emperor.

In memory of the Empress Dowager, Liu Chan ordered himself to mourn for three months, his ministers to mourn for one month, and the people to mourn for three days.

September
After Liu Chan finished mourning, he looked at the furnishings in the palace and wanted to have more with Liu Bei and Bai Yue. Therefore, he did not want to stay in the palace anymore and went to live in the North Palace.

September

The espionage case was investigated, and it involved Taishan County Taiwei Wen. Just when Zhuge Liang sent Yousi to arrest him, for some reason Wei Wen got the news and raised his troops to rebel.

Although it was quelled by the Qingzhou governor and his troops, the incident had a far-reaching impact, especially on Zhuge Liang's investigation of the case, which had an extremely negative impact.

September

Situ, Zhongshu Ling Sima Yi, Weiwei Zhonghui, the newly appointed censor Zhongcheng Zhoutai, Zhongshu Shilang Wang Ji, Li Cao Shangshu Xunyi and others jointly entered the palace to express Zhuge Liang's crime.

He showed the mountains of impeachment letters piled up on the Yushitai, Zhongshutai, and Shangshutai.

"Your Majesty, half a year has passed since the Prime Minister thoroughly investigated the spy case. Not only has there been no cessation of action, but it has intensified. Even Taishan Taigong, a minister who has always been loyal, has been forced to rebel. Let us ask, does His Majesty only have eyes for the Prime Minister? And wait without me?

Why favor one over another? "

Liu Chan comforted Wang Ji: "How could it be? You are all ministers of the Han Dynasty, and Prime Minister Zhuge is also doing good for the Han Dynasty. How can you favor one over the other?"

Besides, the prime minister investigated and dealt with all guilty people, and the evidence of the crime was conclusive, so how could he be called a loyal minister of the Han Dynasty?
Besides, although the Prime Minister arrested many people, there were some innocent people, but I heard that the Prime Minister was not innocent and released them all. "

"Your Majesty," Sima Yi said: "The Prime Minister's move has indeed caught many criminals, but the world is so big, how can we catch them all?

Now that Soochow is not at peace, the people have decided that it is not suitable to mobilize troops like this. If Your Majesty allows the Prime Minister to do this, he will be afraid that everyone in the court will be in danger, and he will no longer have the intention to do anything.

Is this beneficial or harmful to the world?

He also said that the prime minister not only controls the military but also controls the state affairs. Is this because he is dedicated to the people and His Majesty, or is he excluding dissidents for selfish reasons?
Throughout the ages, no major case has lasted for such a long time. It was also the case during the reign of Emperor Qin and Emperor Dang. But what will happen after that? Your Majesty is familiar with the scriptures. Don't you know?
Now His Majesty is the new Prime Minister, but that does not mean that all ministers are new Prime Ministers. If the Prime Minister loses the support of the people of the world, wouldn't it be harmful to him?
Therefore, I request your Majesty to order the Prime Minister to stop and continue the investigation. Otherwise, if the spies are not found out by then, the court will be in chaos. Once the court is in chaos, the world will be in chaos. Does your Majesty want the legacy of the late emperor to end with this life? ? "

Liu Chan hesitated again, but thinking of the agreement with Zhuge Liang, he still said:

"I know this matter well and will find an opportunity to make it clear to the Prime Minister. If nothing happens, please come back."

"I'm waiting to retire."

After leaving the North Palace, Wang Ji and others looked at Sima Yi and said, "Sir Situ, your Majesty trusts Zhuge Liang too much now. What should we do?"

Sima Yi smiled and said: "No matter how much your Majesty trusts you, you are only a human being after all. It depends on my methods."

Since Liu Chan moved into the Beigong, with the help of Zhuge Liang in political and military matters, as well as the help of Zhongshutai, Shangshutai and others, Liu Chan was freed from the complicated government affairs.

In the past, it was okay to have Bai Yue's control, but now that Bai Yue has passed away, Liu Chan began to be tempted by the palace people and indulged in fun.

Fortunately, Taifu Bai Yi kept reminding him, so he didn't become a foolish king who ignored the government's affairs.

But compared to when Bai Yue was alive, Liu Chan is still not as good as before.

"Your Majesty, help!"

Liu Chan, who was enjoying the delicious food, saw his playmate, Tiger Cavalry Supervisor Mi Zhao, coming in crying.

Mi Zhao is the second son of the late Ancihou Mi Zhu, and is now in charge of Liu Chan's imperial cavalry.

Because of Mi Zhu, Liu Bei, Liu Chan and his son were very kind to the Mi family. Not only did they ennoble all Mi's direct descendants, but they also held positions close to the emperor.

"Your Majesty, my uncle was captured by the Prime Minister. Please ask for help."

"How did Mi Fang fall into the hands of the prime minister?" Liu Chan was very curious.

Mi Zhao sighed and said, "To be honest with you, it's because of the trade route with Wu State. Your Majesty also knows that my eldest brother is responsible for the trade route with Wu State, and my uncle was not involved in it.

For some reason, my uncle got in touch with a spy from the Kingdom of Wu, saying that there was a big deal. As a result, the uncle believed it, and was blinded by greed, but the spy from the Kingdom of Wu found some information about the Southern Expedition in him.

As a result, he was reported by his subordinates and was arrested by the prime minister. "

Liu Chan was a little embarrassed for a while: "How could you be so careless? You, Mi, are a national honor. Do you still lack those two copper coins?"

Mi Zhao wiped away tears and said, "Who says it's not the case? But you also know, Your Majesty, that my uncle likes to do business, but he has absolutely no intention of harming Your Majesty. He was really deceived by the people of Wu.

Logically speaking, I should avoid suspicion in this matter, but after all, he is my uncle. After my late father passed away, the only elder in the Mi family was my uncle. I had to plead for him and ask for your majesty's permission. "

Mi Fang is Mi Zhu's younger brother. He is currently serving as Huben Zhonglang General and has the title of County Marquis.

Seeing Mi Zhao being so sad, Liu Chan felt soft and agreed.

The next day, Liu Chan found Zhuge Liang and told him everything, but Zhuge refused:
"Your Majesty, Mi Fang was not deceived, but took the initiative to provide him with the movements of former general Zhang Liao and other troops. As a result, only more than 10,000 Zhang Liao's troops who attacked Wu County returned only 50,000 people.

Is this something that can only be offset by relying on national favor?

What's more, His Majesty didn't know that Mi Fang's case was reported to the imperial court by Zhang Liao, a spy from the Wu Kingdom who was caught in Jiujiang.

This incident has caused an uproar among the Jianghuai army, and no one knows about it.

If the imperial court does not respond, Jianghuai's army will be worried. "

"But after all, the Mi family helped the late emperor a lot and almost lost everything, so we still have to worry about their feelings."

But no matter what Liu Chan said, Zhuge Liang had something to refute Liu Chan. Finally, Liu Chan finally got angry at Zhuge Liang for the first time:
"Prime Minister, no matter what, Mi Fang must not be killed. This is not only my promise to the Mi family, but also the late emperor's promise to the Mi family."

Zhuge Liang did not back down at all, and saluted directly: "Then please remove your Majesty from the post of Prime Minister."

"Prime Minister, you..."

Liu Chan was blocked by Zhuge Liang and finally walked away.

Zhuge Liang bowed respectfully to his back, and then slowly retreated without any regret.

(End of this chapter)