Chapter 5048: Fighting back is too painful
Seeing Liu Xiangdao resigning without hesitation, Fang Jun, Li Ji, and Liu Jie were not surprised. The matter had caused such a big fuss and a failed student had died. Public opinion would inevitably ferment later, and someone would have to stand up and take responsibility.
Liu Xiangdao saw through the situation and knew that it was his duty to do so, and he did not drag his feet at all.
Of course, the reason why I was so decisive, without even a word of defense, may be because I wanted to express my feelings with this attitude - I was not the planner of this matter, but I am responsible for it. No complaints and willing to do so.
So, the three of them all looked at Li Chengqian.
The only one who can make Liu Xiangdao take the responsibility at the cost of resignation is His Majesty...
Li Chengqian frowned and was in a dilemma.
If Liu Xiangdao is allowed to take responsibility, doesn't it mean that he, the emperor, has no responsibility at all, and if something goes wrong, the ministers can only take the blame? On the one hand, the whole thing was originally planned by him, but now Liu Xiangdao should take responsibility for the deviation, which he couldn't bear; on the other hand, this kind of shirk of responsibility seriously damaged his prestige. Which minister would be willing to take responsibility for someone who would easily The emperor who was thrown the blame was devoted and loyal to his duties?
He knew that Liu Xiangdao's move was to prevent him, the emperor, from falling into a dilemma. However, this made it even more difficult for him...
After hesitating for a while, Li Chengqian looked at Fang Jun and said slowly: "The Yushitai made a mistake in handling this matter, and it is the responsibility of the Yushitai. But now the imperial examination is stirring up the world, and many aristocratic families are ready to make moves, both in the government and in the public. There are constant criticisms, but an upright and honest official like the imperial censor is needed to supervise him. If no one can take his place in the court, how about he be given a warning and allowed to perform meritorious deeds? "
Liu Xiangdao knelt on the ground, feeling both moved and angry.
I was moved that His Majesty had to lower his stature and put aside his imperial dignity for him, and went to ask Fang Jun for a favor; I was angry that Fang Jun, as a minister, actually acted aggressively in front of Your Majesty, and he really had the potential to be a treacherous person...< br>
Liu Jie, who was on the side, also felt that Fang Jun had gone too far, and said: "The students' petition by knocking on the que is certainly very influential, but it is still within the controllable range. What really caused the situation to be bad was the death of a student, and this incident may not be Such a coincidence, once dug deeper, will definitely involve many things.”
Regardless of whether Fang Jun secretly arranged the student's death, there must be something hidden behind it, and it would definitely not be a simple "love killing." As a lieutenant and prime minister, do you, Fang Jun, really want to see chaos in both the government and the public?
The previous "Zhaoling Case" and "Li Shenfu Conspiracy Case" have already implicated a large number of clan members, and the few bloodlines left by Emperor Taizu have almost withered away. If another "Murder Case under the Chengtian Sect" will involve the courtiers A group of people are involved, how many people are still standing in the court?
As an important minister in charge of the world, his first priority is not the truth, good or evil, but stabilizing the situation.
Stability is more important than anything else.
Otherwise, you are unqualified as prime minister, or you have ulterior motives...
Li Chengqian cast a look of approval.
He also felt that the student's death was no accident. It was most likely Fang Jun's counterattack against the incident. Once the investigation went deeper, even if Fang Jun was not involved, the people around him would definitely be involved.
If you don't force Liu Xiangdao to resign, I won't pursue the student's death. How about a mutual compromise?
Then he glanced at Li Ji again.
Li Ji was helpless. He didn't want to get involved, but with His Majesty's eyes looking for help, how could he turn a blind eye?
He coughed slightly and said: "In the final analysis, this matter was caused by Zhang Zixuan. Zhang Zixuan was introduced to Yan Liben by you, so it caused controversy in the outside world. Whether it is your private operation or Yan Liben's love for talents, you must The review clearly gives an explanation to the government and the public, and the person responsible for the review is naturally the most suitable person.”
He felt that it was not enough that His Majesty did not pursue the student's death. Adding the incident of Zhang Zixuan, it would be almost enough.
To put it bluntly, the student's petition was most likely an action against Fang Jun, and the student's death was Fang Jun's counterattack. This wave of counterattack accurately hit Liu Xiangdao or His Majesty's vital point, and both sides had to take a step back and cease their activities.
Otherwise, if we really make a fuss, both sides will suffer losses...
It was carefully "examined" by the Yushitai, and then "some compliance with regulations" were given, and Fang Jun was completely removed.
A turmoil naturally goes away.
Otherwise, do you really think that Fang Jun only killed one student?
There must be a back-up plan, and the consequences must be more serious than the death of a student...
Liu Xiangdao naturally understood the meaning of Li Ji's words and immediately shook his head: "If the result of the review is that the Yue State is a public and private matter, the Yushitai will definitely impeach in accordance with the national law. The position of the Yushitai cannot be doubted."
Fang Junqi said: "Then when the students gathered together and came to Chengtianmen to kowtow and petition, what was the position of the Yushitai? Don't say you didn't know anything in advance, you dare to say that, believe it or not, I will take all All the students were arrested and tortured one by one to see if anyone was colluding with the Yushitai inside and outside and obeying orders? "
Liu Xiangdao's face turned red and he glared angrily.
He certainly has principles, but when his principles come into contact with the emperor's order, he must put the emperor's order first. Is this wrong?
But if he said such words at this moment, it would mean that his so-called principles were nothing more than that. His position was not the national law, but the emperor.
Doesn't that make it clear that I am following orders?
And he didn't dare to bet on whether Fang Jun would dare to do that. If Bang Chui really went crazy and ignored him, I'm afraid His Majesty wouldn't be able to stop him...
Li Chengqian had a headache. He clearly took the initiative and planned carefully, but the result was self-defeating and self-defeating. Who can blame him?
"Okay, let's handle this matter in accordance with the British Duke's opinion."
At this time, no matter how he looked forward and backward, he had to take a decisive attitude.
Liu Xiangdao had no choice but to accept the order: "I obey the order."
Li Chengqian first said to Liu Xiangdao and Li Junxian: "This matter has far-reaching implications. We must pay close attention to the aristocratic families behind those students, and do not take the opportunity to cause trouble."
When the two of them received the order, he looked at Fang Jun again and pointed out something: "Rumors are most likely to breed among cities and towns. Jinwu Guards must be on guard. Once rumors come out, accusing the court of unfair selection of officials and unfair laws and regulations." Strictly, we must resolutely suppress it. The imperial examination is a ceremony for the empire to recruit talents, and it is a rule that will never be changed for generations. No one will be allowed to slander it!"
If the predictions are correct, there will be countless rumors among the people in the future, directed at Yushitai. Just as students criticized and abused Yu Fang Jun before, there will be rumors to slander and angrily scold Yushitai.
Fang Jun nodded: "Your Majesty, don't worry, there are absolutely no rumors like this in Chang'an City. If the officials of the Six Ministries dare to spread rumors, they will be arrested. If the Yushitai dares to spread rumors, they will arrest the Yushi. If the Yushitai dares to spread rumors, they will arrest the Yushi doctor!" ”
Liu Xiang said: "..."
Li Chengqian: "..."
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This is really a stick, it gives me a headache.
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When we returned to Yushitai, the rain had stopped and the dark clouds had not dispersed. The few old locust trees in the yard with twisted branches were vigorous and green, and the washed leaves were lush and layered. When the breeze blew, the tips of the leaves The raindrops trembled and dripped down, making a soft rustling sound.
Liu Xiangdao felt depressed and resentful in his heart. The more he looked at these old locust trees, the more they became an eyesore. Could it be that these trees ruined the feng shui of Yushitai and caused everything to go wrong?
Sun Chuyue came out of the hall and saw Liu Xiangdao standing under the old locust tree with his hands behind his hands, looking up at the treetops. He was puzzled. He quickly stepped forward and said respectfully: "Qi Yatai, the prisoner has been interrogated." .”
Liu Xiang said yes and still looked at the locust trees: "How is the situation?"
"The deceased, Cai Ben, was a native of Yongzhou for ten thousand years. He failed to take part in this scientific examination. His family was originally well-off, but after his parents died one after another, there was no one to take care of him. He became involved in gambling. In just a few years, he sold out all his property and his house. , all the fields have been pawned, and the debt is thousands of dollars. Now Living in a relative's house, he thought he could be promoted to an official after passing the exam, and tried to make a comeback, but his biggest creditor was the Wannian County Yamen servant Laicao, who coveted the beauty of Cai Ben's wife and wanted to use it. Qian Guan used gambling debts to buy Cai Ben’s wife..."
At this point, Liu Xiangdao interrupted: "So you failed to buy someone, so you took the opportunity to kill Cai Ben in anger?"
"Yatai knows everything clearly, that's exactly what it is."
"Alas~"
Liu Xiangdao sighed, looked away from the big locust tree, and said slowly: "Did you see it? The links are meticulous and meticulous. They played such a trick right under our noses, but we couldn't find any loopholes. In your opinion, , how to determine this case? ”
Sun Chuyue hesitated and wondered: "If the case is settled as an ordinary manslaughter case, the entanglement between the murderer and the deceased will be difficult to reconcile. The outside world will definitely be dissatisfied and think that there is a hidden secret and that our Yushitai is protecting the murderer. But If the case is solved by killing with love , it means that the student who participated in the scientific examination has bad conduct, and the guarantor who insured him in the first place will be implicated. Instead of quickly closing the case and reducing the impact, it will cause an uproar... and my subordinates don't know what to do."
On the one hand, there is the reputation of Yushitai, and on the other hand, there is the influence of the imperial court. It is a dilemma.
Liu Xiangdao patted Sun Chuyue on the shoulder and praised: "It's good to be able to think clearly about the connection. Work hard. Censor Zhongcheng will definitely not be the end of your career."
Sun Chuyue quickly thanked him humbly, but he was still puzzled: "How to resolve this case? I would also like to ask Yatai for advice."
"Let's decide the case as manslaughter."
"This... many people know about the dispute between Cai Ben and Laicao, especially Cai Ben's wife. I am afraid that rumors will spread and public opinion will be divided, which will be extremely detrimental to us."
"Don't worry, this case has been concluded and there will be no further trouble."
"Uh..."
Sun Chuyu was stunned for a moment, then he came to his senses, looked around, and asked in a low voice: "Is that really what happened?"
The so-called "over there" is naturally Fang Jun. The knocks and petitions were originally launched against Fang Jun, and Cai Ben's death should also be Fang Jun's counterattack. Now that Liu Xiangdao said "there will be no more trouble," it is clear that both parties have reached an agreement on this matter.