Chapter 201: Settle the victims

Now in the eyes of these victims, Zhao Hongye is their only hope. Simply venting their anger is far from enough. They want Wang Duozi to pay for their lives.

Zhao Hongye is also grateful to the victims of Xiling. In order to save him, they traveled through mountains and rivers and brought thousands of blood letters to ask for his life. Even if he had to sacrifice his own life, he would give an explanation to the people of Xiling.

This is a mutual fulfillment between officials and the people, running in both directions.

Xu Mo and Gu Huaiyu saw the other side of the matter. Hundreds of victims knelt in front of Zhao Hongye with joy and submission. At this time, if Zhao Hongye made any promises, he would definitely be used by someone with ulterior motives.

The people must be directed to the emperor, especially at the foot of this imperial city.

Gu Huaiyu spoke first without waiting for Zhao Hongye to speak: "Fellow villagers from Xiling, I am Gu Huaiyu, the Crown Prince of Dashuo. Lord Xu has already examined today's events clearly. Wang Duozi is an unkind official and takes human lives lightly. The court will certainly look into this matter. Please be patient and wait. After all, Wang Duozi is the Shangshu, and the procedures must be followed.

I will personally report to the emperor for your heroic deeds of traveling a long way to appeal for justice for Lord Zhao and reward your loyalty. You are all tired from the journey, so please go to the charity hall in the capital to rest. We will provide you with food and accommodation. Wait until this matter is settled, then you can return to Xiling."

Even though Gu Huaiyu was the emperor's own son, the disaster-stricken victims in Xiling still did not quite believe him. They said they knew whether these officials would really make decisions for them.

The old man asked directly: "Your Highness, it's not that we don't believe you, but there are not many officials who will take our lives seriously."

Another one said directly: "That's right, you tricked us into going to the charity hall, and we might be punished."

Su Changhe and Pei Yuan were dumbfounded. They were too bold to say that. This was His Highness, what were they thinking.

Seeing everyone's confusion, Zhao Hongye hurriedly said: "Old man, our Emperor and Prince of Dashuo love the people like their own children. Don't worry, the Prince has spoken, and this matter will definitely be explained to you."

Xu Mo didn't laugh. These disaster victims were so timid, they must have suffered a lot from the officials. No wonder they were willing to risk their lives and travel a long distance to testify for Zhao Hongye. This was a good official they rarely met.

In order to reassure the disaster victims, Xu Mo took out the Imperial Sword, his handsome face full of majesty:

"Everyone, let me say one thing, the current emperor is diligent in his work and loves the people, he will definitely punish Wang Duozi severely. Even if we take a step back, this is the Imperial Sword bestowed by the emperor, and I have the power to kill first and report later. If the emperor does not sentence Wang Duozi to death, I, the Dali Temple Minister, will resign and kill Wang Duozi for you."

When everyone was moved, Su Xiaoxiao suddenly said: "It would be better to do it now!" Kill him!"

Xu Mo shook his head: "Good steel should be used on the blade. Wang Duozi has committed many evil deeds and will surely die. He cannot escape the death penalty. Using the Imperial Sword is too much of an honor for him. Besides, he is really too dirty now, and I don't want to dirty my sword."

For some reason, everyone agreed with Xu Mo's explanation and followed the official to the charity hall obediently. Zhao Hongye was worried and wanted to see him off, but was stopped by Xu Mo.

He said, "Lord Zhao, are you still worried about leaving these people to me? I think Mr. Zhao and Mrs. Zhao are still waiting for you at home!"

Gu Huaiyu also said, "Lord Zhao has been wrongly accused for no reason. Your family must be worried about you. You should go back first and avoid causing trouble!"

Xu Mo didn't know what he said to the victims. They just bowed to Zhao Hongye and left.

Zhao Hongye stood where he was and said guiltily, "I only did what an official should do, and they were willing to sacrifice their lives for me, but I didn't even dare to thank them properly."

Zhao Hongjing climbed onto Zhao Hongye's shoulder and whispered, "Brother, this is the capital. The thing that official fears most is that others are more popular than him. If you overdo it, it will bring them fatal disaster. With the prince and Xu Mo here, what else do you have to worry about? Let's go back!" After

being comforted by Zhao Hongjing's words, Zhao Hongye felt a lot more relieved. He said repeatedly, "Okay, let's go home!"

"Uncle, Fat Family!" Su Xiaoxiao didn't know what was wrong with her. Today, her tongue wouldn't obey her.

Zhao Hongye patted Su Su Changhe's shoulders and wanted to hug Su Xiaoxiao, but he was afraid that his dirty clothes would dirty Su Xiaoxiao, so he withdrew his hand.

Su Xiaoxiao stretched out her arms to Zhao Hongye and said sweetly: "Uncle, hug me!"

Zhao Hongye's heart was about to melt. Xiaoxiao was so small and cute, and he still had to worry about his affairs. He, as an uncle, was really a failure.

Zhao Hongjing saw it and was jealous: "Xiaoxiao, you are too partial. Why has the second uncle never received such treatment? The second uncle is angry." "

You hug the second aunt!" Su Xiaoxiao said without thinking.

This sentence made everyone laugh.

Su Xiaoxiao complained in her heart: [Second uncle wants to get close to aunt whenever he wants, and anyone can see it.

Second uncle is now successful in love, unlike eldest uncle, who was framed and imprisoned, his wife ran away, and he is also injured. I have to hurry up to heal eldest uncle, otherwise grandma will worry again.]

Su Xiaoxiao said, leaning on Zhao Hongye's shoulder, patting Zhao Hongye's shoulder with her small hands, passing the healing power to him.

Zhao Hongye only felt that a mysterious power entered his body, and the fatigue and pain in his body instantly dissipated, and his whole body was full of strength.

[Okay! Su Xiaoxiao

looked at Gu Huaiyu with a smile and said, "Crown Prince, thank you today, goodbye."

Zhao Hongye and Zhao Hongjing also hurriedly saluted the crown prince: "Thank you for your help today, so that the witnesses can arrive as promised."

Gu Huaiyu smiled faintly: "These are not my credit. Lord Zhao is dedicated to the people, but he has suffered an unjust accusation. I will go back and report this to my father. Lord Xu, you solved a big case today. Do you want to go to my father to ask for a reward?"

Xu Mo laughed: "This is not a case I solved. These witnesses were sent by masters. However, I do need to report the case to the emperor, then I'm going to take a ride with the prince."

Zhao Hongye and Su Changhe watched the prince leave, then turned to look at Pei Yuan and thanked him: "Thank you for helping me today."

Pei Yuan waved his hands: "My two uncles are too polite, it's what we should do as we are one family."

Zhao Hongjing and Zhao Hongye were stunned. How could this young master Pei come up with such a straightforward answer? Su Changhe was generous. He put his arm around Pei Yuan's shoulders and said: "Good brother, my uncle is your uncle. I don't need to thank you for your kindness. Let's meet again in a few days. My mother and grandparents are waiting for me today, so I'll accompany you."