Chapter 400 Wei Shuyu Dismissed from Office

What?

Wei Shuyu stood up in surprise.

He quickly returned to his seat.

"Where were you kidnapped? Where did you hear the news from? When did this happen?"

Wei Shuyu asked Qin Shandao three questions in a row, leaving him completely bewildered.

Qin Shandao paced anxiously in circles.

"..."

How did you develop this damn bad habit?

Wei Shuyu got up, just as he was about to deal with Qin Shandao, when a voice sounded outside the door...

"yesterday."

"Near Xiangzhou."

"I rescued Wu Shihuo, but Wu Qiqi is petite and was kidnapped by the bandits."

Wei Shuyu turned his head to look...

It was a general in full armor, none other than Xue Rengui, who had returned in triumph!

"You're back?"

Wei Shuyu's eyes were solemn, devoid of the joy of a long-awaited reunion.

"Ren Gui has met with Physician Wei."

Xue Rengui bowed to Wei Shuyu.

"Could you elaborate on the specifics?"

As Xue Rengui recounted his story, Wei Shuyu came to understand what had happened.

This was yet another premeditated operation.

This time...

Wei Shuyu was truly enraged.

You keep targeting people around the Wei family. Do you really think I can't spare the resources to deal with you?

After thinking it over, Wei Shuyu left the Ministry of Personnel directly.

The Imperial Palace.

Li Shimin sat upright on the dragon throne.

Yuchi Gong, accompanied by Wu Shihuo, was reporting what had happened.

"Duke Ying, please don't be anxious."

Li Shimin reassured her, "As long as Qiqi is still in the Tang Dynasty, I will definitely find her."

As soon as he finished speaking, Li Shimin shouted, "Li Junxian!"

"Your subject is here." Li Junxian clasped his hands in greeting.

"Investigate thoroughly."

Li Shimin declared authoritatively, "Even if we have to dig three feet into the ground, we must find Wu Qiqi!"

"promise."

Li Junxian accepted the order and left.

"Duke Ying, there's no need to worry. Li Junxian is quite adept at this," Li Shimin continued to reassure him.

"Thank you, Your Majesty."

The samurai bowed deeply.

At the same time, Wei Zheng was extremely anxious.

They hoped that Li Shimin could send more men, and on the other hand, they were also inquiring about the specifics with Wu Shihuo.

"Your Majesty, Physician Wei requests an audience."

Just then, a eunuch came to report.

"Take a look."

Li Shimin reassured him, "Don't think you're the only one worried; your son-in-law is even more anxious than you are."

"Announce."

As Li Shimin finished speaking, Wei Shuyu entered the main hall.

"Greetings, Your Majesty."

Wei Shuyu bowed.

No need for formalities.

Li Shimin waved his hand: "I have heard about Qiqi's matter. I have already arranged for Li Junxian to investigate the matter with all his might. Shuyu, don't worry too much."

"His Majesty……"

Wei Shuyu bowed again: "Your Majesty, I would like to request a month's leave to fully investigate this matter!"

"no."

Li Shimin refused outright!

The Ministry of Commerce became the seventh department of the Ministry of Personnel.

Although it is still in its initial stage, it has already become an integral part of the Tang Dynasty.

If Wei Shuyu leaves at this time, all the previous efforts may be in vain!

Most importantly...

Wu Qiqi was just a concubine's daughter.

In Li Shimin's eyes, ten thousand Wu Qiqis were no match for the Ministry of Commerce!

"I hope Your Majesty will grant my request." Wei Shuyu bowed again.

"Wei Shuyu, this is an irresponsible act!"

Li Shimin was furious at his lack of ambition: "I had such high hopes for you, and you're willing to disregard the livelihood of the people for the sake of Wu Qiqi?"

"Your Majesty, the person behind this has repeatedly targeted those close to me..."

Wei Shuyu raised his head and replied solemnly, "I really can't bear it any longer!"

"Sirius is targeting me."

"Li Chengyi is targeting my father."

"Jieli targets small bases."

"Now it's July 7th again!"

"May I ask Your Majesty... under these circumstances, how can I possibly handle matters properly? Will I even be able to accomplish anything worthwhile?"

this……

Li Shimin was also taken aback.

The person behind this is really unethical.

Why do they keep targeting the Wei family?

“Xuancheng”.

Li Shimin looked at Wei Zheng.

If you can't persuade him yourself, then ask your dad to do it.

"Shuyu, the Ministry of Commerce matters are of utmost importance."

This time, Wei Zheng also sided with Li Shimin: "Do you know that His Majesty has already made his decision..."

"After the Lantern Festival, the Ministry of Commerce's various policies will be promoted throughout the Tang Dynasty."

"This will be a major reform, and we cannot afford to make any mistakes!"

Wei Zheng's face was more solemn than ever before.

After pilot programs were conducted in Huxian and Chang'an, the Ministry of Commerce's policies have passed the test.

It's about to be rolled out nationwide.

How could Wei Shuyu, the person in charge, abandon his post at this crucial moment?

"Father, my mind is made up."

Wei Shuyu remained steadfast in his stance: "You wouldn't want me to be assassinated by someone behind the scenes halfway through my work, would you?"

Wei Zheng frowned.

This is indeed a problem.

"I will investigate this matter. You will continue to lead the Ministry of Commerce," Wei Zheng said after a moment of contemplation.

"Father, you won't be able to find out."

Wei Shuyu was very direct: "It's been more than half a year, why haven't we made any progress?"

Wei Zheng remained silent.

Why?

It wasn't because it involved the imperial harem that Li Shimin didn't investigate it thoroughly!

"presumptuous."

Li Shimin was furious: "Are you indirectly criticizing me?"

"His Majesty."

Wei Shuyu bowed and said, "The other party is hiding in the inner palace, which is always a threat."

"If one day something unexpected happens to His Majesty..."

"I can say without any hesitation that the Crown Prince is no match for the person behind the scenes."

"At that time, the Tang Dynasty will be plunged into turmoil!"

As soon as Wei Shuyu uttered these words, he was immediately met with angry rebukes from everyone present...

"Bold."

"You bastard."

"Shut up."

Wei Shuyu is becoming increasingly lawless; he even dares to curse Li Shimin.

"Wei Shuyu, if you dare to disregard the Ministry of Commerce, I will strip you of all your official positions!"

Li Shimin wanted to say: Slaughter your entire family.

But there was also Old Wei nearby...

They couldn't even kill him.

"Your Majesty, I thank you for your kind permission."

Wei Shuyu bowed, then immediately took off his official hat and placed it in front of him.

What is permitted?

What did I say?

Wang De was completely dumbfounded...

So, should I accept this official position or not?

"The traitor."

Wei Zheng angrily threw down the brush in his hand.

"Father, I am doing this out of filial piety."

Wei Shuyu replied helplessly, "As the saying goes, of the three unfilial acts, the greatest is to have no descendants. I wanted to carry on the Wei family line."

Do you know what you're doing?

Wei Zheng stepped forward angrily and slapped Wei Shuyu's official hat off: "You are putting the common people's lives aside for the sake of your personal feelings!"

And this time...

Wei Shuyu refuted Wei Zheng's statement.

"The world..."

"I have my father, His Majesty, and all the civil and military officials protecting me."

"It won't be chaotic without me!"

He raised his head and looked firmly at Wei Zheng: "And Qiqi..."

"If I don't go to save her, she will surely die!"

Wei Zheng's eyes flickered.

There was also inner struggle.

To be honest, he really liked Wu Qiqi as his daughter-in-law.

Well-behaved, intelligent, cute, sensible... and she's even on the side of the Wei family.

Compared to the important matters of the court, my son's actions were truly reckless.

"Wei Shuyu!"

Just then, Li Shimin shouted, "I will not grant leave."

"If you insist on leaving, I will have no choice but to dismiss you from all your official posts!"

I originally thought that Li Shimin was deliberately trying to scare Wei Shuyu.

Who would have thought that Li Shimin would bring it up again?

That means... Li Shimin was truly enraged!

"Your Majesty, Shuyu has made many contributions to the Tang Dynasty. Is this action too much?"

"We hope Your Majesty will be lenient; the Ministry of Commerce still needs Shuyu to take the lead."

"I hope Your Majesty will consider this carefully. Shuyu is quite capable. If he is dismissed because of this, it will be a loss for the Tang Dynasty."

However, the more people tried to persuade him, the angrier Li Shimin became.

"Shut up, all of you."

Li Shimin suddenly shouted: "The court will not employ a disloyal person!"

"He can leave without permission today, and he'll make the same decision tomorrow!"

"Wang De, recall Wei Shuyu's documents and official seals!"

"Issue another decree..."

“Wei Shuyu defied the imperial decree and will never be employed again for all eternity.”

Wow.

Everyone was shocked.

I never imagined it would be this serious.

He wanted to plead for mercy, but Li Shimin simply flicked his sleeves, got up, and left.

The group looked at each other, and finally sighed.

I can't persuade them anymore.

Because this time...

Wei Zheng and Li Shimin were on the same side!

Leaving the palace.

Wei Shuyu touched his head; it was indeed a bit chilly without his official hat.

"Big pot."

"Big brother."

The three goods immediately came to greet them.

It was clear that Qin Shandao had also told the two of them about the matter.

"Isn't Qiqi the strategist of the Imperial Academy's army?" Wei Shuyu glanced at the two of them.

"Once is always, forever is!"

Choi Shin-ki patted his chest and said, "That's what our boss Shin-ki said!"

“Yes, Qiqi’s position in the Imperial Academy army is second only to mine. I must protect my little sister!” Fang Yi’ai also agreed firmly.

"Sister Qiqi is the best to me."

Qin Shandao clenched his fists, his face full of anger.

"Okay then..."

Wei Shuyu took a deep breath and gave the order...

"Summon the Imperial Academy's army... to save Qiqi!"