Chapter 4759: Get to the bottom of it
Seeing that Ma Zhou changed his face very quickly and skillfully, Fang Jun sneered: "You have thick eyebrows and big eyes, and you act like a loyal minister and righteous man all day long, but it turns out that you can change your face as skillfully as flipping through a book, so you can see that you are not a good person."
Ma Zhou disagreed: "What does this have to do with whether he is a loyal minister or not? When someone dies, it is out of courtesy that we show an expression of condolence and resignation. Don't judge a gentleman with a villain's heart."
The two of them were muttering here, and then they saw that the Korean King Li Yuanjia had led a large number of Zongzheng Temple officials to enter the gate, and even Li Xiaogong came side by side with them... He quickly stopped talking, and Su Rong stepped forward to salute.
Before Li Xiaogong and Li Yuanjia could return the gift, Li Daoli, who was following behind, had already trotted forward and asked urgently: "Where is my son now?"
When he saw that all the clan members and noble disciples had been subdued, he knew that something was wrong and wanted to fish Li Jingshu out now. As long as he let go of this old face, the King of Han and the King of Hejian would definitely be able to give him a face. ……
Fang Jun looked sad and sighed: "My condolences, my son. In the chaos, my son accidentally fell down and was trampled on, causing multiple rib fractures and injuries to his organs. Although I ordered people to do their best to save him, there was really no way to save him..."
Ma Zhou drooped his eyelids with contempt in his heart. Just now he laughed at himself for changing his face like turning the pages of a book. You don't have to give in too much.
Li Daoli felt as if he had been struck by lightning. He was stunned on the spot and suspected that his ear was broken.
Broken ribs...injured organs...no cure...dead?
"This, this, this...how could it be like this? How could it be like this? Where is my son now?" Li Daoli's face was dull and his words were incoherent. He hoped that Fang Jun had an old grudge with him and was deliberately joking with him.
Fang Jun pointed to one side: "It's right there. Prince, let's go and have a look. We'll send someone to carry it back to the mansion later for funeral."
Li Daoli stumbled over and saw his usually lively son lying on the cold ground with his eyes closed and his face black and black. There were still black dried blood stains at the corners of his mouth. His whole body suddenly trembled as if he had been hit hard by a heavy hammer. Then his eyes darkened, he knelt down in front of his son's body, paused his head on the ground, and cried loudly.
The cry is sharp and shrill. Since ancient times, white-haired people have sent black-haired people to grief, which makes those who hear it sad and those who see it cry.
Li Xiaogong and Li Yuanjia were also shocked. They looked at Fang Jun at the same time. Although they did not speak, their eyes already said: You did it?
Fang Jun didn't say anything, quickly shook his head, and then pointed at Ma Zhou.
Ma Zhou said: "The situation was complicated and chaotic at that time. After Youjinwu Guards arrived and took control of the situation, they found that Li Jingshu fell to the ground and was not alive. The doctor accompanying Youjinwu Guards gave him urgent treatment, but the injury was too serious. , It’s so sad that there is no way to save her life. The official watched the whole process, and the doctor’s treatment procedures and methods were very reasonable. Li Jingshu was indeed trampled and died due to organ damage, and it had nothing to do with others.”
Li Yuanjia nodded repeatedly: "Ma Fuyin is careful and responsible, which is good."
Although Fang Jun would ride a horse and break through the palace gate from time to time, break into the palace and beat anyone he saw, after all, he was still his brother-in-law. How could he be willing to see him fall into the predicament of "murdering the clan"? It couldn't be better to have Ma Zhou testify and endorse it now.
Ma Zhou said calmly: "It's a matter of course."
Suddenly, Li Daoli, who was lying on his son's body and crying bitterly, stood up suddenly and let out a howl, then ran towards Fang Jun quickly, his eyes were blood red, and his mouth opened to reveal his teeth, like a beast that chooses people to eat. Generally, it shocked everyone.
But before he could rush to Fang Jun, Sun Renshi had already rushed forward and kicked Li Daoli in the abdomen, causing him to stop and bend over in severe pain, and then whipped Li Daoli hard on the head. The latter was sullen. He fell to the ground with a grunt, and Sun Renshi kicked the opponent in the abdomen again. Li Daoli curled up like a shrimp, vomiting in his mouth, snot and tears streaming down his face, but he couldn't even scream.
Li Xiaogong, who didn't say much, frowned. After all, Li Daoli was from the Li Tang royal family. Being beaten like this by Sun Renshi, a warrior, in public would be humiliating and would really damage the royal family's face. He coughed and said displeasedly: "An old and frail common man. That's all, why did General Sun treat you like this? I know you are loyal to Erlang, but Prince Dongping is in pain of losing his son, so it is understandable that he acted irrationally in a state of sadness, so let's just let it go."
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"Here."
Master Sun Ren quickly agreed and stepped aside.
"Uncle, uncle, save me! I am Chongxu!"
A shout rang out from under the courtyard wall on the other side. Li Xiaogong frowned and looked over. He saw Li Chongxu struggling to get out of the control of the soldiers and rushing over. The two soldiers were afraid of Li Xiaogong's power and did not dare to use force but did not dare to let go either. Li Chongxu was a little hesitant.
Li Xiaogong scolded: "Shut up! You have the guts to do such a stupid thing but don't have the guts to take it? There is no such useless bastard like you in King Cai's army! Just stay here and wait for His Majesty to deal with it. If you dare to do anything nonsense again, no one can save you." You!”
Li Xiaogong's grandfather, King Cai Li Wei, had two sons together, King Li Zhe of Jinan and King Li An of Xiping. Li Zhe's son, King Li Yuan of Lujiang, was close to Prince Yin Li Jiancheng. He was defeated and killed during the "Xuanwumen Incident", leaving three sons, Li Chongxu was the last. The young one. Li An has four sons, and Li Xiaogong ranks second...
The relationship between the two brothers Li Zhe and Li An was not good. They were loyal to Li Jiancheng and Li Shimin respectively and experienced a life-and-death struggle, so the two families had very little contact. It's just that Li Chongxu is his nephew after all. Although he can't be saved on the spot, he can remind him that since "no one can be saved no matter how bad he dares to do," it means that something may not happen this time...
Li Chongxu's side became quiet, Li Yuanjia rubbed his temples, looked at the clan members and noble disciples who were wailing and begging for mercy all over the courtyard, and sighed: "How should we deal with the matter here?"
Li Xiaogong pondered for a while and said: "With so many clan members and noble disciples, if they are dealt with according to the law, it will definitely cause an uproar. The law does not blame everyone. The struggle between the monks and Taoists is currently in full swing, causing unrest in Guanzhong. If there is another trouble, we will be afraid of it." If it doesn’t end well, we might as well punish it with the usual charges of making trouble, with a yoke, a fine, and a reprimand, that’s all.”
Li Yuanjia also tended to let him go so lightly. There was already an undercurrent in the clan. If a big fight was launched at this moment, who knows if someone would be unable to sit still and do something disloyal.
Fang Jun didn't see it that way. He pointed at Li Jingshu's body and reminded: "If we just attack the Jingzhao Mansion, that's it. Let's settle the matter. But now that a clan heir apparent has died, this matter is probably not something that the two of you can do." It’s decided, I’m afraid it’s up to His Majesty to make the decision. Besides, even if everyone refuses to pursue it, I’m afraid even Prince Dongping won’t do it, right?”
"Bitch thief! You must have secretly plotted to kill my son, give me my son's life!"
After regaining his breath, Li Daoli fell to the ground, still glaring at Fang Jun with his eyes split open, and his teeth gritted loudly, as if he wanted to eat Fang Jun alive.
Li Xiaogong was dissatisfied and scolded: "What does this matter have to do with Erlang? He was not even present! Moreover, the situation was so chaotic that I didn't know who had done it. In the end, it must have been ignored without any evidence. On the contrary, if it caused a huge disturbance, it would be even more With so many people involved, do you think the Dongping County Prince’s Palace will be safe? Why don’t you just let it go and ask everyone who participated in the attack on Jingzhao Palace to pay huge compensation to make up for the losses of the Dongping County Prince’s Palace.”
"Fart! You old thief, don't show a fair face. You are all colluding together. I fell into your trap. You secretly murdered my child. I, the Prince of Dongping County, will fight with you until death!" Ah! Return my son’s life, evil thief!”
Li Daoli cried, howled, and yelled at the top of his lungs, with tears streaming down his face. His whole body was tortured by the huge grief of losing his son, and he was in a state of agony and in a trance.
Li Yuanjia sighed sadly, and when he saw Ma Zhou sitting quietly on the side, he asked: "Prince Bin, you have witnessed the whole thing and know it in detail. How do you think it should be handled?"
The one who was attacked was the Jingzhao Mansion Yamen, which was the source of everything. Therefore, Ma Zhou was qualified to suggest how to deal with this matter. As long as Ma Zhou said that he would let the matter go, Zongzheng Temple could put the matter aside at the lowest possible cost. be dealt with in a coordinated manner.
He believed that Ma Zhou could understand the hidden dangers and risks behind this matter, and also believed that Ma Zhou could take into account the overall situation.
However, Ma Zhou had a solemn look on his face: "The noble prince of the royal family died violently in my office. I cannot absolve myself of the blame, so how dare I keep it vague? Besides, Erlang led his army to maintain order just in time for the meeting, so I'm afraid he won't be able to get away with it." , it is better to report to His Majesty as soon as possible, and then Zongzheng Temple, Dali Temple, and the Ministry of Punishment will participate in investigating the case.”
Li Yuanjia and Li Xiaogong looked at Fang Jun at the same time. Li Jingshu died in such a strange way. Is this guy really innocent?
But no matter what, since Ma Zhou didn't want to settle the matter and Li Jingshu had to find out the truth, she could only report it according to the rules, and then your Majesty would issue an order to order the three law divisions to conduct a joint review and the Yushitai to supervise. The prince of the county prince's palace is no small cat. Dog, this is a blood descendant whose name is recorded in the royal family's genealogy. It would be impossible to cover up the news of his death.
Li Yuanjia had no choice but to say: "I will enter the palace to ask for your Majesty's instructions. I will ask the three of you to sit here temporarily to control the situation. Don't let the chaos spread to the whole of Chang'an, otherwise the consequences will be disastrous."
"These are our responsibilities, so don't worry about His Highness the King of Han. You can just do your job well."
Fang Jun didn't treat his brother-in-law with much respect, and his speech and behavior were very casual.
Li Yuanjia couldn't do anything to him. Although his words didn't sound right, he understood the meaning of "mind your own business". He understood that the matter must not be that simple, so he nodded, turned out of the gate, and rode along with his entourage. Jinguangmen Street goes all the way east to Chengtianmen. Li Xiaogong glanced at Ma Zhou, pulled Fang Jun aside, and when no one was around, he asked in a low voice: "What's going on? How dare these bastards attack Jingzhao Mansion and even set fire to it? Can my nephew? Can it be saved?”