It was no wonder that Xu Zhiqian felt nervous. Although at the beginning of the year, she had followed Zhang Fei to seek justice for the historian using ancestral law, that lawsuit had indeed attracted much attention and was extremely popular even among the people.

But it was ultimately just a criminal prosecution, and it ended up being a criminal case.

There was no direct conflict with the court officials at that time.

No one said that they were threatening historians or anything like that, because after all, the ancestral law was just a reason or an excuse to restrain the emperor. Court officials used this excuse to restrict the emperor, but the power game often played a decisive role.

Moreover, Wang Anshi had not started the reform at that time.

The power structure has not changed at all.

This time is different. This time Zhang Fei is facing the court officials directly. This lawsuit also concerns the interests of the people of the world, and it may also foreshadow a reshuffle of power.

This is extremely fatal whenever it comes to the increase or decrease of power.

This is evident from the fact that they even went so far as to kidnap Fang Yun to threaten Zhang Fei.

In this lawsuit, no one can look at everything easily from the perspective of a bystander. Everyone is a character in the picture.

...

...

Because those young officials all wanted to watch the trial, Fu Bi, Han Qi and others were forced to hold the trial in the open space in front of the Government Affairs Hall.

Although the Song Dynasty's imperial palace was the smallest in all dynasties, the Council of State was the country's highest administrative body after all, and the open space in front was still very large.

It is large enough to accommodate thousands of people.

This really worked hard for the servants in the Government Affairs Hall. They spent the entire night just moving the tables and chairs.

At this moment, the seats were already full, and there were even quite a few young officials standing in the corners.

There was already a lot of noise and quarreling inside.

Obviously, this lawsuit has made the conflict between reformists and conservatives public.

Before, everyone was competing secretly, but now everyone is competing openly.

You have to know that this has just begun and the new laws have not yet been issued.

Wang Anshi, who was late, met Sima Guang as soon as he arrived at the door. It was true that enemies often meet. He could not help but frowned and said, "Sima Junshi, did you send someone to follow me? I was delayed for a while by something and came late. How could I meet you? It's really strange."

Sima Guang snorted, "I came late just because I was afraid of meeting you. Why don't you look in the mirror? How many people hate you to the core now? Who would be willing to walk with you?"

Wang Anshi sneered: "Yes! Those corrupt officials hate me."

While speaking, he pointed at Sima Guang.

"you...."

Sima Guang snorted angrily: "Everyone is drunk, but you are the only one who is sober. This is why you are hated by others."

Wang Anshi retorted: "This just proves that the path I am taking is correct."

Sima Guang laughed and said, "The result of everyone hating you is that you are right. You stay with Zhang San every day, so haven't you learned the basics of reasoning?"

Wang Anshi laughed and said, "Can those people represent the majority? Let's go and ask the people."

Sima Guang said, "After your new law comes out, we will go and ask again."

"You wait."

"I'll wait."

At this time, a laugh was heard, "Two Grand Secretaries, it's still early now, why don't you go in and fight first, so that we, the younger generation, can learn from you."

Sima Guang and Wang Anshi looked back and saw Su Shi looking at them with a smile, while Su Zhe next to him was trying hard to hold back his laughter.

Sima Guang frowned and said, "It's time for you to learn some lessons. If you don't learn a lesson in court, you will get into trouble sooner or later."

Wang Anshi said: "Go to brothels less often, save more money, and if you get into trouble, you can always ask Zhang San to help you with the lawsuit."

Sima Guang said: "Even if you don't save money, you should go less often. Look at you, you are so young but your steps are so unsteady. You walk worse than us two old guys."

The smile on Su Shi's face gradually became stiff.

Seeing that his brother was struggling to fight two people alone, Su Che hurried over, bowed respectfully, and helped his brother out of trouble.

Wang Anshi glanced at Su Che and said, "It is said that if the top beam is not straight, the bottom beam will be crooked. Su Che, why are you not crooked?"

"Your subordinate..."

Su Che looked at Wang Anshi awkwardly.

Sima Guang said earnestly: "Take good care of your brother."

After saying that, the two of them entered the courtyard.

Su Che still maintained his bowing posture.

Su Shi stepped forward and said, "Third brother, I'm sorry that I have caused you trouble again."

Su Zhe tilted his head to glance at Su Shi and said awkwardly, "It's okay, I'm used to it."

Um?

......

When Wang Anshi and Sima Guang appeared in the courtyard, the discussions subsided a little and countless eyes were cast on them.

The two of them walked on each side in tacit understanding.

The situation of confrontation became increasingly clear.

When Lu Huiqing saw Wang Anshi coming, he immediately stood up and bowed, then asked, "How did you come here with Sima Daxueshi?"

Wang Anshi whispered, "Go and help me check if anyone is following me."

Lu Huiqing looked at Wang Anshi in confusion.

"I suspect that old man Sima sent someone to follow me."

Having said that, Wang Anshi sat down.

Wen Yanbo was also curious and asked Sima Guang, "Why did you come here with Wang Jiefu?"

Sima Guang sighed: "It's unfortunate to meet you at the door."

The Su brothers who came in later were all stunned when they saw this scene.

This grand occasion is greater than a court meeting and can usually only be seen at the emperor’s birthday party or the throne hall.

“There are so many people!”

Su Che sighed.

Su Shi nodded and said with envy: "Yes! I never thought that I could be so famous for my lawsuit. When we passed the imperial examination, we didn't have such a glorious life. This is really unfair."

.....

After a while, Han Qi and Fu Bi were seen walking out of the hall.

The yard suddenly became quiet.

There was complete silence.

After seeing this, Lu Gong felt extremely aggrieved. He wondered why I, who was investigating the case, didn't have such awareness.

Han Qi and Fu Bi walked slowly, chatting as they walked.

"Mr. Fu, should we teach that kid a lesson later to prevent him from becoming arrogant?" Han Qi said in a low voice.

Fu Bi asked, "What does Han Xianggong plan to do?"

Han Qi said fiercely: "Don't give him a seat."

Fu Bi thought about it, waved his hand and said, "Forget it. We have already given it to them. If we don't give it to them, I'm afraid they will give us something to blame!"

Han Qi didn't care. Could this lawsuit not be fought? But seeing Fu Bi said so, he didn't force it.

The two of them came to the presiding judge's seat and sat down.

Han Qi's hand slightly moved towards the gavel.

Fu Bi shook his head and said with a wry smile: "Come on, I already had my fill last time."

Han Qi picked up the gavel and looked around. No one spoke, so he put it down again and ordered his attendants, "Call them up."

A loud shout.

The first to come in were Fan Chunren and Qian Yi.

After all, they are officials, and how can a mere spy walk side by side with them in the imperial city?

Then came Zhang Fei and Xu Zhiqian.

Xu Zhiqian was holding the documents and just walked into the courtyard. When she saw the scene, she saw the legendary Fu Bi and Han Qi sitting there. She suddenly felt her scalp tingling, her legs went weak, and she sat down.

Fortunately, Zhang Fei beside her was quick to support her and said with disgust: "You are so useless. This is not the first time."

“I…I…”

Xu Zhiqian blushed, she was really miserable.

This scene was much more terrifying than she had imagined. Last time in the Court of Justice, there were only a few dozen people at most, but this time there were thousands of people, and they were all royal relatives, prime ministers, and many uncles and other elders. But she was just a woman after all. How could she not be afraid to fight a lawsuit under the gaze of so many people?

Zhang Fei rolled his eyes and snorted softly, "You only know how to act arrogantly in front of me. When we really get on the field, you're as weak as a chicken. Get out of here quickly."

At this moment, Xu Zhiqian was in no mood to argue with Zhang Fei. She whispered, "Zhang San, I can't move my feet."

Zhang Fei opened his eyes wide and said in shock: "Hey, hey, hey, you are not having your period, are you? What...what should I do?"

"What period?" Xu Zhiqian asked in surprise.

"It's...it's your women's menstrual period."

Xu Zhiqian's face immediately turned red and she spat, "What nonsense are you talking about? I...I'm just a little nervous and my legs are a little weak."

"you...."

Zhang Fei was so angry that his hair stood on end. "The fight hasn't even started yet and you're already doing this. You're destroying morale completely."

Having said that, he still supported Xu Zhiqian and walked slowly forward.

What momentum?

It's just the elderly, the weak, women and children.

He had even been thinking about getting a super luxurious carriage and hiring dozens of bodyguards to follow him around.

But this action immediately attracted the attention of the whole audience.

What are they doing?

Flirting and being inseparable in the government hall?

Is it suitable?

.....

Liu Zhao asked Xu Zun beside him, "Brother Zhongtu, when are we going to drink at Qian'er's wedding?"

Xu Zun had been paying attention to his daughter, feeling very anxious. He paused for a moment and asked, "What wedding banquet?"

Liu Zhao said: "It's Qian'er and Zhang San's wedding banquet!"

Xu Zun's face turned pale: "Don't talk nonsense, Qian'er is just helping, it's not what you think."

Liu Zhao didn't believe it, "Really?"

......

Han Qi was also a romantic man. Looking at this perfect couple, the talented man and the beautiful woman, he found it pleasing to the eye and did not care too much.

But Fu Bi looked uncomfortable, and when they came forward, he asked, "What are you doing?"

Many people laughed at this question.

Xu Zun's face turned red.

Xu Zhiqian almost bent her slender, snow-white neck into a U shape.

Zhang Fei said awkwardly, "In reply to Mr. Fu, Madam Xu sprained her ankle."

Han Qi said with a smile: "Don't worry, we will give you tables and chairs, no need to play these tricks anymore."

Zhang Fei said with tears in his eyes: "This time it's real."

Han Qi immediately asked, "From what you said, it was a lie last time?"

"Well...."

Zhang Fei said awkwardly: "It was true last time, but it was a different person."

Fu Bi saw that Zhang Fei didn't seem to be lying, so he said, "Help Miss Xu sit down first!"

"Thank you, Mr. Fu."

Zhang Fei quickly helped Xu Zhiqian to sit down at a seat nearby.

Xu Zhiqian quickly moved the manuscript forward to block herself. The more she feared embarrassment, the more embarrassed she became.

Xu Zun, who was standing next to him, immediately said to Liu Zhao, "Look, I told you it's not what you think. Qian'er sprained her ankle."

Liu Zhao shook his head and said, "If that's the case, it would be even worse."

Xu Zun asked anxiously: "What do you mean?"

Liu Zhao whispered, "There have been many rumors that Qian'er and Zhang San have an unusual relationship. Now they are hugging and kissing in public. All the colleagues have seen it. Who do you plan to marry Qian'er to?"

Xu Zun was stunned at that moment.

No wonder there hasn't been even a single marriage proposal lately.

......

After this little episode, the dignity of the classroom was completely gone.

Han Qi slammed the gavel, creating a majestic atmosphere, and said loudly: "Fan Sijian, Qian Yushi."

"I am here."

The two of them bowed.

Han Qi asked, "You are suing the two government regulations office for violating the laws of our ancestors. Do you have any evidence?"

Fan Chunren said, "In reply to Mr. Han, I hope to summon a key witness in this case to testify in court."

"witness?"

Han Qi was stunned. There was no such link!

When Xu Zhiqian heard this, she immediately stopped being shy, raised her head, and asked in a low voice: "Are there any other witnesses?"

Zhang Fei looked confused and said, "I don't know either."

Han Qi also asked in confusion: "What witness?"

Fan Chunren immediately said, "It is Grand Secretary Wang Jiefu."

Wang Anshi was dumbfounded. I still had to go to court to testify. Fortunately, I was not late.

Zhang Fei immediately stood up and questioned, "It was not stated in advance that Grand Secretary Wang would be summoned to testify."

Han Qi and Fu Bi exchanged glances, and it seemed that both of them were undecided.

It was indeed not said in advance.

Fan Chunren smiled and said, "As an informant, don't you know that you need to call witnesses to testify in a lawsuit? Oh, you also called witnesses to testify when you helped Cao Dongdong with the lawsuit last time. Do you need to inform us in advance for something like this?"

Zhang Fei frowned and said, "Of course this kind of thing is necessary. I am totally unprepared for this."

Fan Chunren asked with a smile: "Did anyone tell you that there would be no witnesses in the trial today?"

Zhang Fei was stunned for a moment, then shook his head and said, "No."

Fan Chunren ignored him and said to Han Qi and Fu Bi, "Two chief judges, if Grand Secretary Wang does not come out to testify, some questions cannot be answered definitively. I beg you to summon Grand Secretary Wang to testify."

Han Qi looked at Fu Bi, and Fu Bi curled his eyes, as if to say, you make the decision.

Han Qi pondered for a moment, then suddenly looked at Wang Anshi, who was sitting next to him, and asked, "Wang Xueshi, are you willing to come to the court to testify?"

Lu Huiqing immediately whispered, "Master, be careful, there may be a trick."

Wang Anshi first glanced at Zhang Fei, and seeing that he was hesitant, he didn't think too much about it, and nodded directly to Han Qi and said, "If necessary, I can go to court to testify."

In this situation, if he doesn't agree, wouldn't that prove that he is guilty?

Besides, who is Wang Anshi? He was born for big occasions. How could he be afraid of this little Fan Chunren? He is not even afraid of his father.

"etc!"

Zhang Fei suddenly looked at Fan Chunren and Qian Yi and said, "You two are the ones who filed the complaint, so you are the plaintiffs. Since you can interrogate Grand Secretary Wang, I can also interrogate you. This is fair."

In court, there is a huge difference between a witness and an informant.

Qian Yi said: "I wrote the petition."

Fan Chunren said, "I am only here to argue for Censor Qian."

Qian Yi smiled and said, "Of course you can also interrogate me."

Good guy! You are playing an extreme one-for-one trick with me. Although Zhang Fei still kept a smile on his face, a thousand horses were running through his heart.

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