Emperor Ganwu's gaze sharpened as he addressed Sun Jian.

"Yes, Your Majesty!"

Sun Jian bowed respectfully.

He began to tell everyone what he had said to Emperor Ganwu when they arrived in front of the Taiji Hall.

The content is actually not complicated. Simply put, it is the cause and effect of this matter, as well as the whole process of obtaining evidence.

The ministers were well aware of why Sun Jian was able to take up the position of Tiger Warrior.

Of course, this excludes Xiong Juzheng, who was "not very bright".

Fortunately, Sun Jian had already told Xiong Juzheng about these things on his way to ambush Wei Zhonghu, so Xiong Juzheng could understand some of it now.

The appointment of the Tiger Legion was nothing more than the fact that Sun Jian was murdered and framed after entering the capital, and the mastermind behind the scenes erased all clues, making the case impossible to investigate.

In the imperial court, Yao Tianzheng used the situation to induce Sun Jian to secretly infiltrate the Tiger Legion to investigate the case, while Xiong Juzheng openly investigated the case.

They openly repaired the plank road while secretly advancing through the Chencang pass, employing a two-pronged approach.

Sun Jian, using his own intellect, figured out Emperor Ganwu's true purpose.

After joining the Tiger Legion, they began to investigate the so-called "shady dealings" and problems.

Previously, Emperor Ganwu not only believed that the Wei family had simply kept many retainers and assassins, forming cliques for personal gain and engaging in favoritism and corruption.

Even Yao Tianzheng and Crown Prince Li Gancheng thought so.

However, after Sun Jian entered the camp, he realized that things were not as simple as he had thought.

He then made a bold assumption.

It is highly likely that the Wei family embezzled military funds and privately maintained troops.

Only with this assumption can all these strange occurrences have a logical basis.

At this moment, everyone who heard Sun Jian's words couldn't help but admire his intelligence and wisdom.

Sun Jian then explained the three steps of his plan to everyone.

The first step is to create a fake set of accounts. The fake accounts don't need to be too detailed, and they don't need to be exactly the same.

Anyone with a good memory can make something by flipping through it once and remembering the general idea.

The second step was to borrow troops, which had to be the imperial guards of Emperor Wu, because only in this way could they be considered witnesses.

Otherwise, based solely on the account books, no one would believe that the Wei family had privately maintained 10,000 soldiers.

The third step is to provide backup, a way to escape from the Tiger Army camp before the three Wei brothers realize what's happening after everything is done.

As for the other support roles, Liu Shiyun, Gu Hu, Li Mu, and Li You all play certain roles.

After recounting the entire process, Sun Jian said to everyone, "The Wei family privately reported large sums of military pay to the court every month, using charcoal and ice as gold and silver, and other means to balance the books, in order to privately support their troops."

"The ledger has been checked against the Ministry of Revenue's ledger and confirmed to be correct, so it can be considered physical evidence."

“Li You, Li Mu, and five hundred Imperial Guards all witnessed it firsthand, so they can be considered witnesses.”

"It has now been confirmed that the Wei family has been privately raising troops, and Wei Zhonghu has been secretly imprisoned in the Kyoto Prefecture prison, awaiting His Majesty's judgment."

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Everyone gasped in shock after hearing what Sun Jian said.

Even the way he looked at Sun Jian now held a hint of respect and admiration.

Even Yu Yiwei, one of the three highest officials in the court and the Imperial Censor, couldn't help but secretly admire him.

"Sun Jian is quite remarkable. At such a young age, his shrewdness and wisdom are truly exceptional, a rarity in this world."

"He's only been in the army for a few days, and today he's managed to solve such a big case from the Wei family, who have been operating for so many years... It's simply amazing!"

After listening to Sun Jian recount the whole story, I understood what had happened.

Emperor Ganwu glanced at Sun Jian with satisfaction, then turned to his ministers with a solemn expression. "Gentlemen, what do you think of this matter?"

No sooner had the words left his mouth than Yao Tianzheng was the first to stand up, his face full of indignation. "Your Majesty, this old minister believes that the Wei family is privately raising troops and plotting rebellion! Their intention is to rebel, and their crime is unforgivable! The Wei brothers should be taken into custody immediately before the news leaks out!"

"This matter must be handled swiftly and decisively to control the situation and those involved, in order to prevent a major disaster!"

The other party was clearly after the Crown Prince.

Yao Tianzheng is the Crown Prince's tutor. Now that the Crown Prince's position is so threatened, how can he sit idly by?

As for the people involved...

Everyone knows the truth.

That means controlling not only the three Wei brothers and their confidants, but also the court's cronies and followers!

Regardless of whether the Second Prince was involved or not, just based on the fact that the Wei family privately maintained troops, Minister of War Wei Xian absolutely cannot escape punishment!

Perhaps some evidence is needed to control the Second Prince, but no evidence is needed to control Wei Xian!

The Ministry of War was responsible for investigating corruption within the military, as well as verifying the distribution of provisions and pay to various armies.

If Wei Xian hadn't turned a blind eye, how would the Tiger Legion's monthly pay, which was half again as much, have been approved?

How are documents that have been routinely checked and audited each month to confirm that no embezzlement has been recorded?

Emperor Ganwu paced a few steps, then pointed at Yao Tianzheng: "Continue speaking!"

"Yes, Your Majesty!"

Yao Tianzheng cupped his hands in a respectful gesture and explained his entire plan.

"This old minister suspects that Mr. Sun's false accounts left in the Tiger Legion cannot be kept secret for long. Moreover, Wei Zhonghu is already in prison, and Wei Zhong'e and Wei Zhongbao will eventually find out. The longer it is delayed, the more serious things will become."

"The Wei family has many trusted confidants and retainers in the army, and many newly promoted young generals are either members of the Wei family or their protégés."

"If the three Wei brothers realize that their scheme has been exposed, begging for mercy or escaping will only lead to certain death. They might even resort to desperate measures and fight the court to the death!"

"At that time, if the Wei family raises their voices in and around the capital and their trusted followers respond, the worst possible outcome will occur!"

After listening to Yao Tianzheng's analysis, everyone nodded in agreement.

Regardless of whether the Wei family actually has that kind of appeal and influence.

A good strategist considers failure, not victory.

As I always say, always consider the worst-case scenario first.

By weighing the worst possible outcome in determining how things should proceed, we can remain invincible in the long run.

"call!"

After listening to Yao Tianzheng's analysis, Emperor Ganwu breathed a sigh of relief, turned around and thought for a moment before speaking domineeringly.

"Minister Yao, I hereby order you to immediately summon the 20,000 Yongzhou soldiers stationed in Liyang County and Hongnong Commandery to rush to the capital's aid and provide immediate protection! They must arrive by 3:00 AM tomorrow!"

"Your humble servant obeys the imperial decree!"

"Minister Xiong, take my golden seal and tiger tally and rush to the guard camp immediately. All officers of the rank of captain or above in the left and right guards who are affiliated with the Wei family shall be dismissed from their posts and imprisoned. You shall send someone to temporarily take their place!"

"Remember! Dismissals must be carried out in stages! Plans must be made in private!"

"I obey the decree!"

Xiong Juzheng respectfully accepted the gold seal and tiger tally from Wang De.

"Li You!"

"I order you to take three hundred Imperial Guards and immediately surround the Wei residence, arresting and imprisoning all members of the Wei family!"