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Chapter 261 Contradictions Handed In (2)

I was dumbfounded, this time everyone was dumbfounded, no one expected that Empress Wu would do such a trick, not only the courtiers who came out to sponsor Li Xian were dumbfounded, even Li Xian was somewhat unexpected, As for the prince, his face flushed instantly, he fidgeted and moved his buttocks a few times, as if he wanted to stand up and object, but in the end he didn't have the courage, so he could only cast his apologetic eyes on Li Xian, then The expression is really a bit resentful.

Tsk tsk, what an old villain, the reaction is really fast, it's a pity, even if you have all kinds of tricks and tricks, when it comes to this, you can't even think about turning the tables!Li Xian really didn't expect Empress Wu to be so vigilant about such seemingly insignificant things, but he didn't really care. After being slightly startled, his mentality quickly returned to normal, and he stood indifferent He didn't move, he didn't intend to fight Empress Wu at this time, and he didn't pay any attention to the eyes of the courtiers, as if the matter had nothing to do with him. It can only be that each of them retreated to their original positions, and the matter of the big competition is considered to be the end of the game.

"Your Majesty, Zhou Guogong Wu Min's case has been disturbed for several days, and the government and the public are uneasy. Now it must be concluded early. I beseech Your Majesty to investigate clearly."

After all, the matter of the Grand Competition was a small episode, and it was over after all. Although all the courtiers had their own scheming plans, none of them would investigate this matter further. As soon as the disturbance subsided, Le Yanwei, who had received the hint from the crown prince, went to Some of them can't wait to stand up and report loudly.

"Well, what Le Aiqing said is true, Xian'er, how is your case going?"

Gao Zong also didn't want to see He Lanmin's case go on endlessly, so he would not object to Le Yanwei's proposal, so he took advantage of the opportunity to name Li Xian.

"If you go back to the father, the case is clear, but..."

Now that Gao Zong had opened his mouth, Li Xian naturally had to answer, so he strode out of the queue, bowed his body, and saluted very respectfully, but he only spoke in half.

"Huh? Is there any difficulty for Xian'er? Come and listen to me."

Seeing the hesitant look on Li Xian's face, Gao Zong couldn't help being taken aback, and then thought that it was obviously too harsh to ask Li Xian to close the case within a day and a half due to the complexity of the case, and he couldn't help feeling Feeling a little guilty, he slowed down and said kindly.

"Father Huang Mingjian, since the thorough investigation of this case by the father emperor's order, the minister has been conscientious and has not dared to slack off. Thanks to the father emperor's kindness, the son minister has clarified the context of the case. Zhou Guogong Wu Minzhi committed crimes against him. All things have been pleaded guilty, and there are confessions and evidence here. In addition, there are various ministers in the court involved in this case. According to the investigation: During the eight years of Dali Temple Qinghou Shanye, he gave Wu Minzhi [-] important gifts and goods. The cumulative total is more than [-] guan; the secretary Cheng Miao Chuke has given gifts to Wu Minzhi eight times in six years, and his wealth has accumulated more than [-] guan; the author Lang Zhou Simao has given gifts successively for five years..." Li Xian bowed his body, from He took out a thick memorial from his wide sleeves, spread it out, and began to read it melodiously, but it only announced the actions of the various officials involved in the case, but there were no relevant sentences.

"I already know what Xian'er played. Since you are the presiding judge, why didn't you impose a punishment?"

Gao Zong already knew about the crimes Li Xian announced from the seized account books. Even so, it was unavoidable to hear it again, but Gao Zong was more concerned about the result of Li Xian's punishment. He Zai, after listening for a long time, he didn't see Li Xian mentioning this matter, so he couldn't help being a little impetuous, and when Li Xian finished speaking, Gaozong asked impatiently.

"Father Huang Haihan, this is exactly the embarrassment of my son and minister. Although my son is the presiding judge, I should have decided on this, but it involves many courtiers. It is not appropriate to take it lightly, and it is not appropriate to give a heavy sentence. My son thought over and over again, secretly thinking that this is the case. The matter should be decided by the ministers and assistants of the Political Affairs Hall, so as to ensure that there is no danger, I implore the emperor to make a holy decision." Facing Gaozong's displeasure, although Li Xian was calm in his heart, there was a look of sincerity and fear on his face. Look, hurriedly replied.

"Om..."

Li Xian's words made it clear that he was submitting a contradiction. Since ancient times, there is no reason why the presiding officer only cares about the investigation and does not punish. Immediately, the hall became noisy.

"Father, my son thinks what the seventh younger brother said is the words of an old man trying to seek the country. This matter should be handled in this way. I also ask the father to judge."

No matter what other people think, Li Hong believes that Li Xian's proposal is extremely beneficial to him. Anyway, he has two prime ministers under his command, accounting for one-third of the six prime ministers. Pei Xingjian and Hao Chujun, who have never been used to empress Wu's involvement in politics, can take the absolute initiative no matter how they are calculated. Moreover, although the two prime ministers, Zhang Wenguan and Dai Zhide, have always remained neutral, they are generally not very cold towards Empress Wu. After calculating it, Li Hong thought he had a great chance of winning, and when he was excited, no matter what Gao Zong thought, some of them couldn't wait to stand up and echoed loudly.

"That's right, His Highness the Crown Prince's words are very kind, the old minister thinks it is feasible, please make a clear judgment, Your Majesty!"

As the crown prince's confidant and important minister, Yan Liben's calculations were not bad either. Seeing the crown prince standing up, he naturally responded loudly.

"Your Majesty, the old minister thinks it should be so. In order to protect the stability of the court, this is the only way to do it. The old minister agrees!"

"The minister also agrees!"

"My minister agrees!"

The crown prince and Yan Liben have already stood up one after another, and the rest of the courtiers of the crown prince, including Le Yanwei and Xiao Ming, expressed their approval one after another, not to be outdone.

"Your Majesty, I think this matter is unacceptable. The court has its own laws and regulations. The court should be judged by the presiding judge. How can it be pushed to the political affairs hall? May Your Majesty think twice."

The academics of the North Gate can see clearly what the princelings can calculate, so why would this proposal be passed, Liu Yizhi was the first to stand up and object.

"Your Majesty, what Liu Ge said in the matter is very true. Since His Highness the King of England is trying this case, His Royal Highness should come to judge it. How can someone else do it for you? I think this is absolutely impossible. I hope His Majesty will see clearly! "As soon as Liu Yizhi finished speaking, Ming Chongyan stood up and opposed Li Xian's proposal.

Most of the Beimen scholars were implicated in the case because they flattered He Lanminzhi, and there were only a few people left. Except for Liu Yizhi and Ming Chongyan who had enough weight to speak out, the rest were all Those who can only suffer in the queue, obviously, in terms of momentum, compared with the prince's team, it is really far behind.

"Your Majesty, the old minister thinks that the words of the two adults, Liu and Ming, are unfounded and worrying. Since ancient times, all major and important cases must be tried by the three divisions, and then the court will make a public decision. The proposal of His Royal Highness is just a change. For the sake of reducing disputes in the court, why is there such a theory of disorderly law, I beg your Majesty to make a clear decision!" Yan Liben obviously deeply rhymed the key points of beating a dog in the water, and did not give the Beimen scholars a chance to come back, so he named Liu, The suggestion of the two of Ming went back.

"Your Majesty, what Prime Minister Yan said is true. I think that this case should indeed be intervened by the Political Affairs Hall. I implore Your Majesty to judge!"

"Your Majesty, please give me an order!"

The large and powerful princelings shouted loudly, and instantly suppressed Liu and Ming to the point where they had no chance to speak.

"This, this..."

Faced with the unanimous voice of the officials, Gaozong himself didn't know whether he should follow the advice, after all, he was 12 percent unwilling to make the matter entangled, but seeing the officials' constant urging, Gaozong Zong's old face turned purple from suffocation, and he faltered in embarrassment. It was really hard to explain why, so he had to turn his eyes to Empress Wu for help.

"Your Majesty, all the ministers and workers have their own reasons for what they say. The ministers and concubines think that since they have disputes, it is better to let Xian'er take care of this matter first and discuss it later." a suggestion.

"Well, that's fine."

Gaozong didn't have a firm opinion on this matter, but he didn't want to procrastinate for a long time. Seeing that the matter might not be resolved so easily, he felt some resistance in his heart. Hearing what Empress Wu said, he couldn't help but Wishing to get entangled in this matter again, he nodded his head ponderously, agreed to Empress Wu's suggestion, and then waved to Li Xian who was hiding in the queue of officials: "Xian'er, I know you have worked hard these days, But since this case is being tried by Xian'er, then let me judge it, if you have any difficulties, just let me know, and I will definitely support you."

"Father has an order, and I dare not disobey. However, this case involves many people, and I implore Father to give my son the power of discretion." Li Xian did not intend to take such a hot potato for nothing, and concocted This trick of handing over the contradictions is for the sake of power. Hearing what Gao Zong said at this time, how could he be so polite, and he wanted to assert arbitrary power as soon as he opened his mouth.

"Well, I'm sure."

Gaozong was completely annoyed by the case, he didn't even bother to think about it, he waved his hand boldly, and agreed to Li Xian's request. Although Empress Wu, who was sitting by the side, wanted to object, it was too late, her face turned pale. There was a sudden change, but he quickly regained his composure, and just glanced at Li Xian meaningfully.

"Thank you, Father, Emperor Long En. My son will definitely try his best to clarify this case."

As soon as he obtained the power of discretion, Li Xian hurriedly thanked him.

"Father Emperor Shengming!"

Li Hong obviously didn't expect that after the matter took a turn, the right to adjudicate the case would fall into Li Xian's hands again. Feeling relieved a lot, he hurriedly stood up and praised.

"Your Majesty is holy, and I will admire you."

Seeing that Li Xian and the crown prince expressed their attitudes one after another, no matter whether they were happy or not, they could only praise each other in a polite manner. As for what each of them was thinking, only God knows... …

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