Zhu Youxiao glanced at Yu Maoheng. His expression did not change, but a smile appeared at the corner of his mouth.

Zhu Youxiao was satisfied with this answer.

Because this meant that Yu Maoheng didn't want to get involved in this matter at all. He didn't want to express his opinion, which meant that he didn't want to stand on his side, nor did he want to stand on the side of the Donglin Party.

It was clear that Yu Maoheng just didn't want to get involved in these messes.

Zhu Youxiao was not angry because Yu Maoheng did not want to stand on his side.

It is normal that Yu Maoheng does not want to participate. He did not want to use this matter to curry favor with himself, nor did he want to add insult to injury to the Donglin Party. He is an official with good ethics.

After all, the entire case is so confusing that Yu Maoheng believes it hasn't been fully investigated, and indeed, that's true. However, I'm afraid this case will never be fully investigated, and it's likely to become one of history's unsolved mysteries.

Yu Maoheng’s reasons are also good. I didn’t participate, so I won’t comment on it.

How could Zhu Youxiao let him get what he wanted?

Nodding gently, Zhu Youxiao continued, "Then how do you think this matter should be handled?"

Still asking? Yu Maoheng felt bitter.

This time, he was being asked for advice, and as a minister, I couldn't refuse. Your Majesty simply didn't want to let him go.

What Yu Maoheng said earlier was something he had thought of long ago, and his purpose was to express his attitude.

He wanted to tell His Majesty that I just didn't want to express my opinion and I had no attitude towards this matter.

But His Majesty actually asked further questions.

This was something Yu Maoheng had not expected, and he also knew that he could not delay it any longer.

After thinking for a moment, Yu Maoheng said, "If this is true, then I believe that the perpetrators should be severely punished. Whether it's framing border generals, accepting bribes, or falsely accusing others, they should all be severely punished. Moreover, they are honest and upright people, so they should be punished even more severely."

"However, I was not involved in the investigation of this case and do not know whether it is true or not. Once the truth is ascertained, Your Majesty can make the final decision."

Zhu Youxiao glanced at Yu Maoheng again and thought to himself that he was an interesting person. It seemed that he was not a nerd.

When Yu Maoheng said this, his meaning was very clear, which was to seek truth from facts.

If it is really found out that these people accepted bribes, framed Wei Zhongxian, and colluded with Li Ruzhen, they must be severely punished.

In fact, this is nonsense. If it can be proved that they have committed these crimes, they will naturally be severely punished.

As for letting me make the final decision, that's outrageous. How should I punish him?

Of course it depends on the emperor’s wishes. Is there any need to say more?

Obviously, Yu Maoheng was playing Tai Chi again.

Upon hearing this, Zhu Youxiao laughed immediately.

He had originally wanted to ask Yu Maoheng about his views on forming a clique for personal gain, but now he decided not to ask because he already knew what Yu Maoheng was thinking.

Now that he had confirmed Yu Maoheng's attitude, Zhu Youxiao became even more resolute in his decision. He was now very satisfied with Yu Maoheng. He thought he was a talent he could promote and make use of.

Of course, the most important point to consider is Yu Maoheng's attitude towards taxation. However, this is a matter for the future and is not necessary for the time being, so I will not ask about it for now.

The most urgent task now is to let Yu Maoheng become the Left Censor-in-Chief of the Censorate, stabilize the Censorate first, and prevent some people from inciting trouble.

During the Great Ceremonial Incident, they went to the Meridian Gate to petition. Zhu Youxiao did not want this kind of thing to happen now.

Zhu Youxiao needed someone to stabilize the Censorate, and that person was Yu Maoheng.

As for the fact that he had no one to back him up in the court, that was easily resolved. He had become the Left Censor-in-Chief, and he was a big boss himself. Having his own backing was enough.

After the matter was clarified, Zhu Youxiao no longer had the intention to continue chatting with Yu Maoheng.

As long as he doesn't stand on the side of the Donglin Party, that's enough. This is what I need from him now.

After glancing at Yu Maoheng, Zhu Youxiao waved his hand and said, "Alright, you can leave now."

Chen Hong, who was standing aside, sighed. In his opinion, the emperor was not satisfied.

He felt sorry for Yu Maoheng.

What a great opportunity! These scholars are so rigid. If they can just say something that the emperor likes to hear, won’t they rise to prominence?

Why did you have to say all this nonsense? Now the emperor is angry and the cooked duck has flown away.

Yu Maoheng showed no surprise or joy on his face, but felt a little uncomfortable in his heart.

Why is it so difficult for me to be an official who gets things done? Do I have to fight over it?

Now even His Majesty is like this, he feels that the future is a bit bleak.

Where is the future of the Ming Dynasty?

Yu Maoheng walked out of the palace somewhat dejectedly, glanced at the hall behind him, and sighed.

The court can no longer accommodate officials like me. It's better to go home!

Returning to my hometown, teaching three or five students, and writing a few books can be considered as a return to what I have learned throughout my life.

Thinking of this, Yu Maoheng strode forward.

He prepared to go back and write his farewell letter.

Since things have come to this, instead of waiting for His Majesty to fire me, I might as well take the initiative and save some face.

Zhu Youxiao had no idea that Yu Maoheng had wrong ideas. This guy actually wanted to go back and write a farewell letter.

You should know that Zhu Youxiao was very satisfied with him and was planning to use him. Who would have thought that this person who was being used by the emperor was ready to quit his job and not work for the emperor.

Glancing at Chen Hong standing aside, Zhu Youxiao slowly said, "Spread today's conversation."

"You know what to do, right?" Zhu Youxiao looked at Chen Hong expressionlessly, his eyes burning.

Chen Hong was stunned for a moment, then nodded and said, "Don't worry, Your Majesty, I know what to do."

This wasn't the first time he had done this, so of course he knew what to do.

Chen Hong's expression was amused. It seemed that the emperor had not given up on Yu Maoheng. This guy couldn't escape even if he wanted to. After this time, he had no choice but to do it.

Should I go look for him?

As the saying goes, "adding icing on the cake is worse than helping someone in need." If I make friends with Yu Maoheng, apart from other things, he will impeach me less, and that's the benefit.

It would be a great thing if Yu Maoheng could impeach Wei Zhongxian and make things difficult for him.

Zhu Youxiao didn't know that Chen Hong was planning this. If he knew, he would definitely kick Chen Hong out.

Is Chen Hong still trying to reach out to the Censorate? This is an important department that Zhu Youxiao has his eyes on. After this incident, it will be greatly changed.

Not only did he want to use the Censorate, but he also wanted to use it in a big way and give it more power, but he just wanted them to keep an eye on the officials instead of himself, the emperor.

Of course, this is all in the future.

Glancing at Chen Hong, Zhu Youxiao ordered, "Tell the cabinet to draft an edict to promote Yu Maoheng to the position of Left Censor-in-Chief of the Censorate, and to be in charge of the affairs of the Censorate."

When Chen Hong heard Zhu Youxiao's words, his face froze.

It’s over. The chance to help in times of need is gone.