Chapter 190 Extra 1
Chi Moyan presented Qingluo Lingzhi to Xie Lingxi, who rewarded him based on his merits and promoted him...
But Chi Moyan declined.
He didn't even ask Jiang Rong to transfer him back to the capital, and he returned to Lingnan after a few days.
After the celebration banquet.
Chi Moyan and Song Heng left the palace together and were on their way home.
"I heard that Qingluo Ganoderma grows near poisonous substances. It must be difficult for you to get the medicine?" Song Heng looked at him with admiration.
Chi Moyan shook his head slightly. "It is a blessing from heaven to have the news of the miraculous medicine. I am just trying my best to get the medicine for my teacher."
He lightly glossed over the fact that he had narrowly escaped death in the poisonous miasma of southern Xinjiang.
He didn't find it difficult.
Jiang Rong's life was in danger, and he was very happy to be able to do something for her.
"Are you planning to stay in the capital this time you return? Most of the court is empty now, and it's time to recruit people." Song Heng asked.
Chi Moyan curled the corners of his lips and said, "I heard that the Mingxin Division is full of ministers. But being an official anywhere is the same. I don't plan to come back."
"That's what I guessed... The last time you sent me a letter, you mentioned repairing mountain roads and canals... Things have just begun, and I guessed that you wouldn't be able to leave for a while." Song Heng didn't find it strange.
They have been exchanging letters.
After Chi Moyan arrived at Yunhu, he investigated the local conditions on the spot.
Yunhu is very poor.
Because the mountain roads were blocked and there was a lack of water, all these things would cost money. At that time, the deposed emperor was still in power, and he did not expect the court to allocate money. Chi Moyan wrote a letter back.
Jiang Rong immediately asked Wanjuan Bookstore to send him a batch of silver.
Song Heng also wanted to be a local official.
After the new emperor came to power, he specially submitted a letter requesting a transfer.
But Xie Lingxi might as well have thrown him to the Ministry of Justice.
This is a sharp sword, upright and fearless of power, and is suitable for being a criminal officer.
Song Heng went to the Ministry of Justice, where he had the opportunity to display his talents.
Now I am full of energy and work hard day and night.
The two talked about the affairs of the court and the world, and were full of vigor and enthusiasm.
When they reached the intersection, they parted ways.
Before he could finish his words, Song Heng asked him to have tea and discuss philosophy together tomorrow.
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Jiang Rong bought a small courtyard for Chi's mother near Wanjuan Study and prepared servants to serve her and take care of her daily life.
Chi Moyan was relieved of his worries.
Chi's mother had already heard the news that her son had returned to Beijing and entered the palace. She was excited and happy, and had been waiting at the door early.
"Mother, my son is back." Chi Moyan lifted his robe and bowed.
Chi's mother's eyes welled up with tears. She helped him up and said, "Come in! You've lost weight! Much thinner than before."
Chi's mother prepared a large table of dishes, all of which were Chi Moyan's favorites.
"Your eyesight is not good, so don't cook..." Chi Moyan advised.
Chi's mother waved her hand and said, "It's rare for you to come back, come and try it. I haven't cooked for a long time, I'm not good at it..."
Chi Moyan picked up a piece of bamboo shoots and nodded in praise, "It's delicious, just like before!"
Only then did Chi's mother laugh happily.
"I heard that Yunhu is very poor... You didn't describe it in detail in your letter, but you are suffering?" Chi's mother asked worriedly.
Chi Moyan picked out the good things and explained them to her one by one.
Until the moon is at its zenith.
The mother and son finished their conversation.
Mother Chi looked at Chi Moyan, seeming to want to say something but unable to start.
"Does mother have anything to tell you?" Chi Moyan asked.
Mother Chi hesitated for a moment and said, "I...I have news about your father..."
Chi Moyan's eyes turned colder, but the smile on his face remained unchanged, "Really?"
"He sent a letter through someone, and I went to Mingxinsi to meet him. He used to be the Minister of Rites. He said that he was sorry for us mother and son, and that he already had a family..." Mother Chi was too embarrassed to continue.
She was shocked when she received the news from Lin Yide.
After meeting Lin Yide, she confirmed that he was the lover with whom she had made a vow of eternal love.
Lin Yide already has a family. He said that his family forced him to marry and the only person he loves is Chi's mother.
After he returned to Beijing, he planned to divorce her and go find her.
But his mother threatened to commit suicide, so he had no choice but to stay in the capital.
He apologized again and again. He didn't ask for her forgiveness, but he just wanted to see her one last time before he died, the person he had missed all his life.
Mother Chi burst into tears when she heard this. She felt resentful towards him but also a little bit reluctant.
All these years, she has been supported by memories.
Now that he is about to die, the resentment has been diluted a little, but more of it is the reluctance to see him die.
"I know he has let us down, but... but he is your father after all. See if you can save him..." Mother Chi was uneasy, worried that Chi Moyan would be unhappy.
Chi Moyan's eyes were dark and cold, and there was no sign of anything unusual on his face.
Lin Yide, you still have the nerve to come to my mother?
"Okay, I will go to Mingxin Division tomorrow morning to ask what's going on. If he is involved in Prince Duan's case, he is just an accomplice and can probably be given a lighter sentence. But if he himself has committed a crime... the law is not merciful, and my son cannot bend the law for personal gain." Chi Moyan said.
"Don't worry, your father would never do anything that would harm the world... He was all implicated by Prince Duan..." Mother Chi said quickly.
Chi Moyan just smiled and agreed.
Early the next morning.
Chi Moyan went to Mingxin Division to inquire about Lin Yide's case.
"There is solid evidence that he has committed corruption and bribery." Chu Shouchen looked at Chi Moyan and said:
"However, you have made contributions. If you submit a petition to plead for mercy and redeem yourself with your merits, you may not be acquitted, but you should be able to receive a lighter sentence. From execution in the autumn, you can be exiled to Lingnan..."
In the case of corruption, the sentence can be heavy or light, ranging from exile to execution. The sentence is determined based on the merits of the person, the amount of corruption, etc.
"Can you give a heavier punishment? It's too late after autumn. Can you sentence him to death immediately?" Chi Moyan asked directly.
Chu Shouchen was stunned, "This... is also possible."
"Then I'll have to trouble you, Lord Chu." Chi Moyan bowed.
Chu Shouchen was of course very willing to cooperate with this upstart, and said with a smile, "It's just a piece of cake."
So Chi Moyan returned to Beijing the next day.
Lin Yide was sent to the execution ground.
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