The old prime minister was already ill, and was forced by Emperor Donglin to investigate the Beizhao spy case. Although he was pushed out, he still did not attend yesterday's welcoming banquet.
So, today was the first time that Xiao Ruoyi met Prime Minister Tan.
Knowing that Emperor Donglin asked the Prime Minister to investigate the case of the Beizhao Kingdom's spies and today is the deadline, he should bring Xiao Ruoyi to the morning court.
If Xiao Ruoyi could attend the morning court, she would definitely hear gossip.
Sure enough, after hearing Xiao Ruoyi's voice, King Jin yawned halfway and instantly lost his sleepiness. He was secretly excited, "Here it comes! There's more gossip to listen to!"
"puff……"
But he didn't expect that the first person to gossip about him was his royal brother, and it was such a shocking thing.
King Jin originally wanted to burst out laughing when he heard Xiao Ruoyi's words, but when he realized the environment he was in, he immediately covered his mouth to prevent the laughter from coming out.
Prince Jin never imagined that his royal brother could be so childish and even complained to his little girl when he was being teased!
Why does it feel like my brother is going backwards as he gets older?
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When Emperor Donglin heard what Prince Jin had done, he immediately blushed and felt a little embarrassed. He felt terribly ashamed because, in order to gain his little girl's sympathy, he had complained to her about being bullied by the Prime Minister.
Now I feel a little embarrassed!
If possible, Emperor Donglin really wanted to interrupt his little girl's thoughts.
Prime Minister Tan's expression did not change at all. He stood up and reported to Emperor Donglin, "Your Majesty, I have handed this matter over to professionals to investigate. The people in the Dali Temple are all the best!"
Although this person was pushed out to take the scapegoat, he is not an ordinary person, otherwise it would be difficult to explain to Emperor Donglin. Emperor Donglin is not that easy to fool!
Moreover, the Prime Minister could sense that Emperor Donglin wanted to find fault with him and take action against him!
Therefore, the person who is promoted must be able to withstand scrutiny in terms of both his identity and ability!
"Oh!" Emperor Donglin raised his eyebrows, "Who was it that caught your attention, old Prime Minister, and actually investigated such an important case?"
Xiao Ruoyi sneered in her heart, [An old fox is an old fox, he has already thought of a way out! But it's not that easy! ]
Emperor Donglin had the same idea as Xiao Ruoyi.
"Yes! I recommend Xu Ke, the Junior Official of the Dali Temple, to investigate the case! I believe he should be able to produce some results!"
When Xiao Ruoyi heard the name, she smacked her lips with disgust, [Tsk! Xu Ke! I remember that this Xu Ke was not the old prime minister's man. On the contrary, because of his personality, he was never liked by most ministers! He was pushed out this time, which seemed like a borrowed knife to kill someone! ]
In fact, Emperor Donglin knew without Xiao Ruoyi saying it that the old prime minister would definitely not look for his own people. He would never do such a thing as pushing his own people out to die. Otherwise, how could he win over people?
And being neutral and having an unpleasant personality becomes the best choice.
Emperor Donglin's eyes flashed with a gleam of light, and he waved his hand, "Pass it on!"
"Call Xu Ke!"
Wearing a loose official robe and looking a little thin, but with determination and courage, Xu Ke walked into the hall.
Looking at the legendary Xu Ke, Xiao Ruoyi raised her eyebrows, [Oh, this is Xu Ke! He is completely different from what I imagined! It is this "impulsive and stupid" temperament that is a little similar to the legendary Justice Bao! ]
Emperor Donglin and Prince Jin were instantly confused. What did impulsive and foolish temperament mean? Who was Bao Qingtian? Qingtian? Could it be that Xu Ke was a good talent?
Before they could guess further, Xiao Ruoyi explained to them, "No wonder the book says that after the fall of Donglin, he was favored by the male protagonist! Xu Ke is honest and upright, fearless of power, and always makes decisions for the people. He is indeed qualified to inherit the title of Qingtian!"
Emperor Donglin instantly clenched his hands into fists. Such a good minister was actually ignored by him, and he even let that bastard who destroyed Donglin Kingdom take priority! This was really a loud slap in the face!
No! He absolutely cannot let such talent escape!
It must be taken seriously!
"Are you the Shaoqing of the Dali Temple that the Prime Minister has chosen?"
Xu Ke glanced at the old prime minister, knelt on the ground and clasped his fists, "I dare not! I am a humble official with little talent and knowledge, and I am not worthy of the prime minister's respect!"
"Yes!" Emperor Donglin nodded, "Then you will report on the investigation of the Beizhao spy case!"
Xiao Ruoyi suddenly became a little worried, [Oh, Xu Ke was pushed out to take the blame, how could he investigate everything so clearly in such a short time? How can I tell my father that Xu Ke is a good candidate and let him use him? ]
Eunuch Xu Ke kowtowed solemnly and said, "Your Majesty, please forgive me. I have not found any evidence of Xia Huai's crime!"
At this moment, Xu Ke was extremely nervous about the content of his current investigation. The truth was that Wang Changdong had not conducted any investigation before, and he did not have much information in his hands.
In order to investigate Xia Huai's information, they sent people to investigate, but the time was too short and the content of the investigation was useless. In addition, the charges against Xia Huai were given by Emperor Donglin and appeared too suddenly. Xia Huai was very careful and there was nothing else except the letters of treason. The people in his mansion were not accomplices at all, but were just hired by Xia Huai.
As a result, he didn't make any progress and he didn't know how Emperor Donglin would punish him.
At this moment, Xu Ke just mourned for himself in his heart. As long as he could save his life this time, it would be fine!
As soon as the words were spoken, the hall fell into silence.
The old prime minister and all the ministers looked at Emperor Donglin with concern, wondering how Emperor Donglin would punish Xu Ke.
But Xu Ke had almost no friends in the court, and no one spoke for him.
Emperor Donglin glanced at the little girl in his arms and snorted, "You also know that you are incompetent? Don't you know that the Beizhao Kingdom spy case has caused panic in the entire court?"
All the ministers, including the old prime minister, stood straight without any fluctuation in expression, but their eyes glanced at Xu Ke from time to time.
They all seemed to have seen the scene where Xu Ke would be punished by Emperor Donglin.
Xu Ke could only kneel on the ground silently, listening to Emperor Dong Lin's scolding, his whole heart numb.
In fact, before attending the morning court today, he had already made preparations and even arranged a retreat for his family.
After all, everyone else knew Emperor Donglin’s purpose, so how could he not understand it?
He was just a person who was pushed out to take the blame. To others, there was no loss at all, but he didn't know what would become of him.
Xiao Ruoyi looked at Emperor Donglin, then looked at Xu Ke worriedly.
Not knowing whether Emperor Donglin would listen to her and believe in her, Xiao Ruoyi still tried to speak for Xu Ke.
"Dad, uncle is a good man, he should be reused!"
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