Chapter 490: Wei Ziyi was framed
The next day.
When Wei Ziyi came to the academy, Jiang Ping gave him a book basket.
"Zi Yi, this is a book I recently collected about the customs and culture of Da Qi. It's for you." Jiang Ping said.
Wei Ziyi was very happy.
There were very few books about the Great Qi in the capital, so he often went to several bookstores before he found one, and he finished reading it quickly.
When Wei Ziyi saw the book basket full of books, he felt as if he had seen a treasure. These were enough for him to read for several months.
Wei Ziyi couldn't wait to pick up a book and read it, but was held back by Jiang Ping.
"Ziyi, don't panic. Finish the homework the teacher assigned you, and then read these books when you get back." Jiang Ping said.
Only then did Wei Ziyi suppress his excitement.
Yes, he has to finish his homework first.
"Thank you, Brother Jiang." Wei Ziyi bowed to Jiang Ping.
"Zi Yi helps me a lot every day. I have no way to repay him, so I can only give him these books as a reward." Jiang Ping said.
"We are classmates, it's just a small favor for me, don't mind it, Brother Jiang." Wei Ziyi said.
He helped Jiang Ping out of friendship, and had no intention of expecting gratitude from him.
Jiang Ping smiled and said nothing.
In the evening, after class, Wei Ziyi went home carrying a basket of books.
When he got home, he took out the books from the bookcase.
When I read the first book, I was attracted and was so engrossed in it that I even forgot to eat.
He didn't put down the book until the servant came to call him.
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Prince Rui's Palace.
"Your Highness, Jiang Ping has given the book to Wei Ziyi, and Wei Ziyi has taken the book back to the Marquis' Mansion." The guard reported.
When Zhao Shu heard this, a smile appeared on his lips.
"good!"
This kid is indeed much easier to deal with than those two old foxes Tang Li and Wu Yu.
Fortunately, the princess reminded us to attack Wu Yu's weak spot.
Among that pile of books, there is a banned book.
That child couldn't even recognize the banned book and probably read it with great interest.
In the Great Zhou Dynasty, privately possessing banned books was a serious crime.
Those who hide the items will be sentenced, and their families will also be implicated...
This incident will definitely cause a shock to the Wu family and make them suffer!
"You ask Jiang Ping to report Wei Ziyi's possession of banned books to the Dali Temple." Zhao Shu said.
"Dali Temple... Your Majesty, given Gu Huainian's relationship with the Wu family, will Gu Huainian cover up for them?" the guard hesitated.
A smile appeared on Zhao Shu's lips.
Given Gu Huainian's style, he would not cover up but would only conduct a thorough search.
Gu Huainian searched out the banned book from the Marquis' Mansion and convicted Wei Ziyi. That was Tang Li's son, and there would definitely be a rift between the brother and sister.
If by any chance, Gu Huainian dares to cover up, then Gu Huainian will be dragged into this matter, and the Gu family will have no chance of getting away with it!
Gu Huainian, known for his impartiality and integrity as a judge, was investigating Wu Yu's assassination, a case that made Zhao Shu somewhat uneasy.
Zhao Shu actually hoped that Gu Huainian had some selfish motives. This way, his reputation as an iron judge would be ruined, and the case would be handed over to someone else...
In short, his decision not to go to Jingzhao Yin but to choose Dali Temple was the result of careful consideration and it was also a strategy that killed two birds with one stone.
Either way, he benefits.
"I have my own thoughts. Please do as I tell you." Zhao Shu said.
"Yes, Your Majesty."
The guard immediately informed Jiang Ping of the matter.
"What? You want me to go to the Dali Temple and sue Wei Ziyi for possessing a banned book?"
Jiang Ping was shocked when he heard this.
Jiang Ping didn't expect that there were banned books among those books.
He looked through those books yesterday and couldn't recognize any of them as banned.
There are many well-known banned books in the Great Zhou Dynasty. The Master also taught them that if they see such books, they must hand them over to the court and not keep them privately.
The forbidden book hidden inside must be one of the more obscure ones. Such obscure books are very difficult to find, and only that noble person has such ability.
He couldn't recognize it, and Wei Ziyi certainly couldn't tell the difference either.
Possessing banned books privately is a serious crime. Of course, he was not worried about Wei Ziyi, but about himself.
Wei Ziyi's father is the Minister of Justice, with such a strong backing, but he went directly to the Dali Temple to file a complaint. Isn't it obvious that he is dealing with Wei Ziyi?
Will the Marquis' Mansion let me go?
"Can... we let someone else sue?" Jiang Ping looked at the figure in the darkness and asked tentatively.
"Don't you want this opportunity to make a contribution? The master's status is much higher than the Minister of Justice. With the master here, the Marquis' Mansion will definitely be severely damaged. This matter will not implicate you, so you don't have to be afraid at all."
"As long as you accomplish this, the master will arrange a position for you in Jingzhao Yin, at least a seventh rank."
Seventh grade?
For Jiang Ping, a boy from a poor family, a seventh-rank official was a very high position, and he was the Jingzhao Yin at that!
Even if one passed the imperial examination, unless one was in the top three, many of them would be sent out to other places, starting as a county magistrate.
This official position of his is much easier than taking the imperial examination.
Once he becomes the prefect of Jingzhao, let’s see who dares to look down on him!
Jiang Ping imagined himself wearing official uniform and all those who looked down on him in the past kneeling at his feet, and he felt particularly comfortable.
When he returned home, he was rich and wealthy, and everyone envied him.
"Okay, I'll sue!" Jiang Ping was excited and gritted his teeth and agreed immediately.
This is a good opportunity for him to rise to the top overnight, he must seize it and not miss it!
The next day.
That night, Jiang Ping went to the Dali Temple to sue Wei Ziyi for secretly keeping banned books.
This matter is of great importance.
The officers on duty at night quickly reported the matter to the Chief Justice of the Dali Temple.
The Dali Temple Minister also rushed back to the Dali Temple from his home and met Jiang Ping.
"I'm Wei Ziyi's classmate and deskmate. I saw him secretly reading a book. I accidentally read the contents and discovered that it was banned!" Jiang Ping said, "I'm terrified. Wei Ziyi seems so kind, and I don't know why he went astray. However, he has violated the laws of the Great Zhou, and I believe we should report this to the court."
As Jiang Ping spoke, he knelt down towards Gu Huainian.
"Please understand clearly, sir."
Gu Huainian pursed his thin lips tightly.
The current emperor is very taboo about banned books.
When Your Majesty first ascended the throne, a palace maid was bewitched by a book and almost shook the throne.
Therefore, after Your Majesty ascended the throne, you increased the penalties for banned books, and those who kept them privately would be sentenced to death.
Once such cases are reported, they must be investigated thoroughly.
Ziyi, secretly possessing banned books?
No matter how fair and strict he is, he is still a human being after all, with feelings. Ziyi is his nephew.
He didn't believe his nephew would intentionally do something illegal, but he was still young, and if he was framed by someone...
Gu Huainian took a deep breath and calmed himself down completely.
Soon, he made a decision.
We must check!
Gu Huainian stood up immediately.
"Gather three hundred officials and wait for orders." Gu Huainian said.
"yes."
"I'm going to the Censorate." Gu Huainian said.
The imperial court had three judicial departments, namely the Ministry of Justice, the Dali Temple, and the Censorate, which were responsible for hearing various cases.
Normally, the Ministry of Justice and the Dali Temple are responsible for hearing cases, which often overlap, while the Censorate is responsible for supervision.
Only major criminal cases will be tried by the three courts.
This case involves his relatives. If he goes to investigate, even if he handles it impartially, he will be criticized if he fails to find anything.
Therefore, the Censorate must also send people to conduct supervision so that the results of the investigation can be convincing.
Gu Huainian immediately went to find the Censor.
The two discussed the matter and finally decided that the Censor and Gu Huainian would go to the Marquis' Mansion to search.
Marquis' Mansion.
Late at night, there was a sudden and urgent knock on the door.
Wei Qing and Tang Li were not asleep. When they heard the knock on the door, Wei Qing quickly got up and opened the door.
"Sir, Madam, something bad has happened. There are people from the Dali Temple outside."
Are they all from the Dali Temple?
Wei Qing frowned and ordered his servants: "Wake up my parents and the children and go to the door."
Tang Li quickly put on his clothes and walked towards the door with Wei Qing.
At the gate of the Marquis' Mansion.
Gu Huainian and the Censor stood there with a large group of people, their aura was so cold and awe-inspiring that it was awe-inspiring.
After a while, other people came.
Several children walked up to Tang Li and Wei Qing, looking a little confused.
Why are there so many officials?
Did something happen in the Marquis' Mansion?
"Mom..." Wei Ziyi looked at Tang Li, feeling a little uneasy.
Tang Li put his hand on Wei Ziyi's shoulder.
"What brings you two gentlemen to visit so late at night?" Wei Qing asked.
"Sir Wu, we received a report that someone in your mansion is hiding banned books, so we've come to investigate," said the Censor.
"Privately keeping banned books? Who privately keeps banned books?" Tang Li was shocked and asked.
Gu Huainian's gaze fell on Wei Ziyi: "Wei Ziyi."
Wei Ziyi's face turned pale: "No... I don't have any banned books in my possession!"
"You don't have to worry. We will search the mansion. If you don't have it, we will naturally clear your name." said the Censor.
The Censor looked at Wei Qing and said, "Lord Wu, shall we conduct the search?"
Wei Qing nodded: "Please."
The officers quickly searched, especially Wei Ziyi's yard, and searched carefully, not leaving out any place.
Wei Ziyi stood there with his eyes lowered, his face filled with fear and uneasiness.
Suddenly, a hand was placed on his shoulder.
Wei Ziyi raised his head and saw his mother looking at him with gentle eyes, yet filled with a powerful force.
"Don't be afraid, Mom is here for you."
Wei Ziyi suddenly felt much more at ease.
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