Settled in the Tang Dynasty

Chapter 418

Xue Lang made a sound, cupped his hands and said: "Sage, the minister heard that the censor is responsible for supervision. He admonishes the king and inspects the subjects. He has the right to report things. As the censor, Pan Deqing participated in the performance of the supervisor's duty. What he said and did did not fulfill his duty of investigation. Listening to him will make you open and believe but you will be dark. The sage punished him to warn future generations, not to set a precedent of "convicting people with words, killing people with words", please think again, sages!"

It's not that Xue Lang wanted to be a holy father and play forgiveness. Killing Pan Deqing was a small matter, but the consequences of killing are likely to cause no one in the future supervisory censors to dare to speak out. As a result, Xue Lang became a sinner through the ages.Xue Lang's original intention was not like this!
After Xue Lang's words fell, everyone couldn't help being startled, Li Gang also reacted, and said directly: "The minister seconded the proposal!"

The sage waved his hand and signaled the guards to let go of Pan Deqing, then turned to Xue Lang and asked, "Youyang is right, so what do you think is the best way to deal with Pan Deqing?"

Xue Lang said: "I believe that the two words of supervision and supervision should be followed as one. It is not advisable to supervise without supervision, and it is not acceptable to only supervise without supervision. Therefore, in order to warn the latecomers, I suggest that Pan Deqing be resigned and punish him for his negligence; However, in view of his courage and courage to participate in the first princess who added the word "An Guo" before her title due to her great achievements, he can be rewarded with a year's salary. Furthermore, Princess Shen is right and wrong. What's more, he didn't know the inside story and didn't say anything, trying to use his small benevolence to suppress the big benevolence and deceive the public. In order to warn future generations, Pan Deqing should be punished and never hired. No longer hired!"

"Huh, huh!"——

It is the sound of saints applauding and ministers clapping wat boards!

The sage said: "Judging right from wrong, forgetting selfishness because of public affairs, Xue Lang can take it today! I am very angry today, and I wanted to kill Pan Deqing to warn future generations! However, what you said is very true, and you can't just let Pan Deqing go. The way of talking is blocked, gaining more than losing, isn’t it putting the cart before the horse! Well, according to what Youyang said, Pan Deqing will be dismissed from office immediately, sent back to his hometown, and will no longer be hired! As for the one-year salary...it’s too much, two months The salary is enough! I will draw up an imperial edict to announce this matter to the world. I want everyone in the world to know that the emperor of the Tang Dynasty must be a king who cannot accept advice. As long as you speak rationally and have something to say, it will benefit the country and the people , I can humbly accept it!"

"My Emperor Shengming!"

All the officials saluted in unison.

The sage finally showed a smile on his face which had been stern all day. He looked at Xue Lang who was saluting with the officials, and said: "Xue Lang does not take personal grievances seriously, he can act with a public heart, and his advice is meritorious. , a pair of jade Ruyi, a pair of silk and silk! And my son Pingyang, who is dedicated to the country, was framed by people for no reason, he is innocent, and I also reward a pair of jade and bi, a pair of gold Ruyi, and a thousand pieces of silk!"

"Here!"

Officials from the Ministry of Rites immediately took notes.Xue Lang saluted and thanked him: "Mr. Xue Lang, thank you saint for your reward!"

The saint smiled and said: "I saw you arguing with Pan Deqing in court today, and I thought you wanted to avenge Pingyang and uphold justice for her. Who would have thought that you would ask me to let him go and repay a grievance with virtue, which is rare!"

Xue Lang said: "Returning to the saint, it is not the minister who repays the grievance with virtue. Confucius once said, repay the grievance with virtue, how can you repay the virtue? Personally, I am not afraid of the jokes of the saint and the princes. The princess and I are about to become husband and wife, protect the princess, avenge the princess, and uphold justice. , is the duty and responsibility of a husband, so the minister will refute Pan Deqing in the court and return the princess's innocence! Yu Gong said that the precedent of killing someone because of words cannot be set first. If this example is opened, it will be easy to kill a person If the way of speaking is blocked, it will be difficult to open up the way of speaking! If you have meritorious service, you will be rewarded, and if you have done something, you will be punished. It is not that I do not resent Pan Deqing in my heart. I'm just sorry for the princess, she was wronged, but I can't take revenge, I should apologize to the princess!"

Xue Lang's attitude is frank, his words are straightforward, all from his heart, in fact, he is already thinking about how to ask Princess Pingyang for forgiveness!He clearly said he loved her, but for one reason or another, he let go of the person who kidnapped her morally.
"You kid..."

The saint's expression was a bit complicated, and his tone was very emotional.Saint's good friend Pei Ji smiled and said: "Congratulations to Saint, congratulations to Saint!"

The sage asked him in surprise, "Where does my joy come from?"

Pei Ji smiled and said: "Congratulations to the sage for getting such a good son-in-law as Xue Shilang. After getting married next year, he will be able to live in harmony with Princess An Guo Pingyang, support each other, and grow old forever!"

The sage laughed: "Pei Qing's family is right! Hahaha! Congratulations on this matter. My son Pingyang has gone through all kinds of hardships, and finally met a lover. Congratulations! Youyang, don't worry, I am Aye, the elder, In front of Pingyang, let me explain this matter to you."

As soon as Xue Lang heard it, he subconsciously refused: "The sage's kindness is appreciated by the minister, but if the sage is allowed to speak out, wouldn't it be suspected of persecuting the princess! Therefore, I implore the sage to let the minister handle this matter himself!"

The sage was taken aback for a moment, and Pei Ji silently supported his forehead. If this stupid son-in-law were to be his son-in-law, he would definitely make his daughter think twice——

Such a silly son-in-law is not desirable, he will be pissed off!
The sage's expression was a little weird, and he looked at Xue Lang's eyes quite unpredictable. After thinking about it, he asked caringly, "How does Youyang want to apologize?"

Xue Lang was a little dazed: "Going back to the saint, I haven't made up my mind yet, um...would it be better to write a letter?"

"Cough cough!"

This is Qin Wang who accidentally choked on his saliva, looking at Xue Lang with strange eyes——

In the past, although he was not a quick-witted person, he still looked calm and reliable with wisdom in his hands. How could he be so stupid when he gets along with women?A sister like Yuan Ting and Yue Zhi actually likes this one... I never expected it!

The sage, the crown prince, the King of Qin, and the father and son of the Li family looked at each other secretly... At this moment, differences gradually emerged, and the three fathers and sons who were drifting away unexpectedly reached a consensus to support their daughter (Amei or A Sister) tongue-smacking with weird taste!

Ignoring the complicated psychological activities of the royal father and son, the officials who tried their best to watch with a straight face only felt tired, and felt that they had been shown their love face to face!These days, being a minister not only has to worry about state affairs, but also to watch the royal princess and her son-in-law show their affection?It's really hard to be a minister!

In the end, the sage's eyes were strange, and he said kindly, "It's inconvenient to see each other before getting married. You can write a letter to explain, and I'll send someone to help you pass it on!"

Xue Lang immediately said gratefully: "Thank you, Saint!"

So, when Princess Pingyang received Xue Lang's so-called explanation and apology letter the next day, her expression on her face was half a smile, and her eyes were half angry, indescribable, and her mood was indescribable. After a sigh, she muttered " Silly gentleman", and then the person returned a blank piece of paper to Xue Lang!
(End of this chapter)