Chapter 155: The Poem That Appeared Out of Nowhere While Wang Rongshi Was Being Caned
Wang Rongshi let the guards do what they wanted. At this moment he was like a walking corpse and he felt sorry for his father.
Just as the executioner's guard was about to swing the board down hard, he saw the deputy chief eunuch Mo Yan coming over.
Several people bowed and flattered, "Manager Mo, does His Majesty have any instructions?"
"His Majesty was very angry before, you must help him vent his anger."
The guard saw the gesture of the man in front of him and understood, "Don't worry, Manager Mo, we brothers have it figured out."
"Okay, then you guys hurry up, I will go home first, it's hard for His Majesty."
When the guards saw the figure walking away, they glanced at their brothers. Although these execution guards looked glamorous, in reality no one dared to offend them.
Just like this Deputy Chief Steward Mo, everyone in the palace knows that he is cruel and ruthless. Anyone who has bullied him in the past will probably have grass three feet high over his grave.
Although they don't know what kind of relationship this kid has with Manager Mo, but since Manager Mo has said so, they have to let go.
There are certain rules for executions. Some injuries may look terrible but will not hurt the inside of the body. These people know this best.
After ten great beatings, Wang Rongshi fainted despite the guards letting him off the hook.
At this time, two young eunuchs came over and dragged the man towards the imperial gate.
Xu Nian and the other person had been standing at the imperial gate for nearly an hour, and Mo Jian was still pacing around motionlessly, looking at them.
In fact, as Xu Nian looked at Zhen Ding, a thin layer of sweat had already appeared in her palms. She couldn't imagine how Madam Wang would survive if something happened to Master Wang.
At this time, a side door slowly opened, and a team of eunuchs came out carrying Wang Rongshi, who was covered in blood.
Xu Nian and the other two hurried over to meet him. A chief eunuch said in a cold voice, "Your Majesty was merciful today and spared his life for Wang Shidu's sake. If it happens again, he won't be so lucky today."
Mo Jian caught Wang Rongshi who was thrown down by the group of people, and quickly ran towards the clinic with him on his back.
Xu Nian thought for a moment, then grabbed Mo Jian and said urgently, "Carry him back to Wang's house. I'll go get the doctor."
When Xu Nian brought the doctor to Wang's house, Mrs. Wang had already woken up and was crying in Wang Rongshi's room. Her husband and mother-in-law died one after another in the same breath, and now she didn't know whether her son was alive or dead, which made her heartbroken.
Xu Nian handed the doctor to Mo Jian and did not go in, because Wang Rongshi's injuries were on the waist and hip, and she was of a low status and should not be standing by.
After examining the patient, the doctor told Mrs. Wang to rest assured.
"Sir, your injury looks serious, but it is not fatal. You just need to recuperate slowly. I will prescribe some medicine for you. You will be fully recovered in less than a month."
Mrs. Wang sent the doctor out with many thanks. When she turned around and saw Xu Nian standing in the yard, she burst into tears of gratitude.
"I have heard from the maids. If it were not for Miss Xu's help today, I don't know how much trouble my Wang family would have suffered. I would like to thank Miss Xu for her great kindness on behalf of the Wang family."
Xu Nian helped Madam Wang up and said sternly, "Madam, you can't do this. You are embarrassing me. The people in the city all praise Lord Wang as a good official. I respect your integrity and that's why you do this."
Madam Wang looked at the two wooden coffins parked in the courtyard and trembled as she said, "What does it matter if one has a good character? In the end, he will just turn into a pile of yellow earth."
Xu Nian comforted Mrs. Wang and returned to the Treasure Pavilion. Mo Jian was left at the Wang family by her. She knew that today's matter was not over yet.
After returning to the Treasure Pavilion, Xu Nian did not rest. She worked until late at night to get everything ready.
Early the next morning, Shen Qingsong was having breakfast when he saw the housekeeper running in in a panic.
"Something happened to the old man. Something serious happened."
Shen Qingsong knew that Lao Yu had been with him for more than 20 years and had seen all kinds of storms. It must be a big deal that he was so panicked.
"What happened?"
Lao Yu handed the paper in his hand to him tremblingly. Shen Qingsong was stunned at first when he took the paper, and was even more shocked when he saw the words on it clearly.
I saw a poem written in some unknown pigment on the snow-white paper:
"The court is in chaos and the people are displaced and suffering.
In my drunken dream, I am enjoying the peace and prosperity, but the beacon fires at the border are still there, and no news is coming.
The advice of loyal ministers is ignored, while the slander of treacherous ministers is rampant.
The state is in danger but the king does not realize it, leaving behind regrets that will last for thousands of years."
Shen Qingsong was horrified after reading it. He wondered who could be so bold. This poem was not talented enough, but it was straightforward and easy to understand. I'm afraid that ordinary people would understand its meaning after hearing it.
"Have you seen what the situation is outside? Is it only in our house?"
Lao Yu wiped the sweat off his forehead and trembled as he said, "Today our house opened late. When the gatekeeper came to report, I went to inquire about it. The officials nearby had received the news. Not only that, people on the street started talking about it. Many people said that this was... a prophecy from God." Lao Yu approached his master and whispered, "Master, I have seen it. The words glow in the sun. It can't be that God-"
"Alright," Shen Qingsong waved his hand to interrupt the housekeeper's next words, and said sternly, "Make a promise to the family, and don't discuss this matter anymore. Anyone who violates the family rules will be punished."
"yes"
Shen Qingsong picked up his official hat and hurried out of the house. On the way to the imperial city, many people were indeed discussing this matter, and some people were even burning incense and praying in their own stalls.
On the contrary, the officials' residences were the quietest about this matter. Shen Qingsong stroked his official uniform and began to think, wondering who was responsible for this.
Because today was not a grand court meeting, those who entered the palace to discuss government affairs were officials of the fifth rank and above. In the past, there would have been some quarrels whether they were discussing political affairs or conflicts between factions, but today it was surprisingly quiet.
Everyone lowered their heads for fear of attracting attention. If there was one person who was the most relaxed in the hall, it would probably be the newly crowned Crown Prince of the Eastern Palace.
Luo Jinan had a faint smile on his face but he was actually very anxious inside. He always felt that this matter was related to Xu Nian. He looked towards the door of the palace casually, wondering whether Mo Zhu had brought the person here.
The ministers stood in the hall for nearly half an hour before they welcomed the late Emperor. When they saw the Duke of Wei following behind the Emperor, they all knew that they might be in big trouble today.
Emperor Renhe took a step forward and sat on the dragon throne. He slammed the table heavily and said angrily, "Such a big thing happened in the capital, but no one reported it. Do you know your crime?"
"I know my crime."
Luo Jin'an blinked his eyes and stepped forward to salute with an innocent look, puzzled: "Your Majesty knows everything? Today, I am going to report to Your Majesty the evil deeds done by Duke Wei."
Emperor Renhe was startled and looked at Duke Wei below him with suspicion, not believing that this was the work of the Wen family.
Duke Wei was furious and asked, "Why did the Crown Prince slander me? How could such treasonous words come from my pen?"
Luo Jinan was puzzled and said, "Your Majesty, today I want to report that Duke Wei was responsible for stealing grain from Ji and Huai cities, and for colluding with the Second Prince Yanyang to commit treason. I wonder what Duke Wei is talking about?"