Yuan Xiu's expression changed instantly.
He swept the things on his desk to the ground and said angrily, "Xu Qingshan has severed ties with the Left Prime Minister's Mansion. He is my man!"
Dong Xiao knelt on one knee and said nothing more.
"Your Majesty, please calm down!" Chen Changyun quickly stepped forward and knelt down, saying, "Lord Dong also said that this is only his preliminary judgment. But after all, Lord Dong has been in charge of the Imperial Prison for many years and is a top expert himself. His ability to analyze from this perspective is something that the Ministry of Justice cannot match."
Yuan Li also said, "Your Majesty, it is true that Xu Qingshan killed Chen Jiudao and Tulip to offer you a token of loyalty. However, the Left Prime Minister has been extremely kind to him, and it is possible that he feels indebted to the Left Prime Minister because of this incident and wants to repay the Left Prime Minister's favor."
Yuan Xiu stared at Yuan Li and asked, "You also think it's Xu Qingshan?"
Yuan Li shook his head and said, "Your Majesty, I don't know, but it wouldn't hurt to investigate further."
Yuan Xiu, holding onto the desk, made a gesture as if to sit down, but found he couldn't sit up at all. Annoyed, he said, "What kind of stupid desk is this? Why is it so high?"
As he spoke, he sat down in the chair.
Yuan Li quickly said, "Your Majesty, I will arrange to replace this desk immediately!"
Yuan Xiu said, "Dong Xiao, He Yin."
"Your subject is here!!" Dong Xiao and He Yin stepped forward.
"The Imperial Prison and the Ministry of Justice are jointly investigating this case. Rumors are spreading everywhere. You must find out the truth as soon as possible to avoid causing panic among the officials and people of Changsui!"
"yes!!"
He Yin said, "Your Majesty, I would like to borrow someone from you."
Yuan Xiu asked, "Who?"
He Yin turned around and glanced at Dian Chen, who had two axes hanging at his waist, and said, "With Guard Dian's help, I am sure I can achieve twice the result with half the effort."
Yuan Xiu didn't think much of it and said, "Dianchen, then go and help Minister He and protect him!"
Dian Chen stepped forward and shouted, "Your subject obeys!"
After Dong Xiao and He Yin left, Yuan Xiu looked at Xu Shouli and said, "Lord Qingdong, why have you remained silent?"
Xu Shouli placed his hands in his sleeves and said, "I only know about the Ministry of Revenue; I dare not speak recklessly about anything else."
Yuan Xiu finally smiled and looked at Chen Changyun, saying, "Although Prince Xin is not from the Ministry of Justice, he is the head of the Central Secretariat. It's not a problem for him to express his opinion on this case. Lord Chen, the Marquis of Qingdong is pointing you out!"
Chen Changyun said with a forced smile, "Your Majesty, I only know how to share your burdens!"
Xu Shouli gently closed his eyes, too lazy to say anything.
Yuan Li said, "Your Majesty, Minister Chen is no longer here. The position of Minister of Personnel is of utmost importance and cannot be left vacant."
Yuan Xiu asked, "Fifth Brother, do you have someone in mind?"
Yuan Li said earnestly, "These are extraordinary times. We need to use people who are loyal to you and capable. In my opinion, Lord Chen is very suitable."
Xu Shouli raised an eyebrow slightly.
Yuan Xiu thought for a moment and said, "It makes sense for a central minister to concurrently serve as the Minister of Personnel."
Then Yuan Xiu looked at Xu Shouli and asked, "Lord Qingdong, do you think this is appropriate?"
Xu Shouli bowed slightly to Yuan Xiu and said, "Your subject only knows about the Ministry of Revenue."
"You're so stubborn!"
Yuan Xiu laughed and scolded Xu Shouli, then pointed at Chen Changyun and said, "Chen Changyun, since even Prince Xin has recommended you, then you should take this job."
Chen Changyun immediately knelt down and said loudly, "Thank you for your great kindness, Your Majesty! Thank you for your trust, Your Highness!"
“Let’s go!” Yuan Xiu raised his hand, and Wei You quickly helped him up.
"Congratulations to Your Majesty!!"
After Yuan Xiu left, Xu Shouli bowed to Yuan Li and said, "There are still some matters to attend to at the Ministry of Revenue, and I must go there."
Yuan Li smiled and said, "Please take care, Marquis Qingdong."
Watching Xu Shouli's retreating figure, Chen Changyun breathed a sigh of relief and said, "Why don't He Yin and Xu Shouli understand the Emperor's will? If the four of us had all stuck to the Left Prime Minister's Mansion, this case wouldn't have been so complicated. Fortunately, Dong Xiao discovered the sword wound and also unexpectedly found that Chen Ke was collecting information on Left Party officials before his death. It's truly a matter of timing and fate!"
Yuan Li turned and walked to the desk, gesturing to show its dimensions, and said, "Do you think Marquis Qingdong and He Yin don't understand the Emperor's will?"
Chen Changyun asked doubtfully, "What do you mean?"
Yuan Li said, “They are both very clever. One is impartial and selfless, while the other only cares about his own work. Have you forgotten how they were promoted? If they become central ministers and then change their ways, then their careers will be over.”
"Judging from my brother's attitude, at least today, he is very satisfied with He Yin and Xu Shouli."
"You are smooth and adaptable enough, but you are not careful enough."
Chen Changyun bowed and said, "This humble official will remember Your Highness's teachings!"
“Take this desk for example. You are clearly a close advisor to the Emperor, yet you have forgotten his habit of sitting at his desk at all times.”
Yuan Li bent down and looked at the inside of the desk, saying, "Quickly arrange for someone to replace this desk. Although my brother doesn't come often, whenever he does, we must make sure he's comfortable."
"Although we work in the Imperial New Palace, my brother's original intention in building the Imperial New Palace was to make himself comfortable. Whether we are comfortable or not is not important."
"yes!"
After Yuan Xiu returned to his palace, Wei You, as he had instructed, summoned Lü Lu.
"Eunuch Lü, how is the Dragon Guard's training going lately?"
Lu Lu lowered his head and said, "This old servant dares not slack off. Compared to Mujing Bay back then, they have made a lot of progress."
Yuan Xiu lay down on the soft bed on the ground and immediately felt comfortable all over, and his expression relaxed considerably.
He said, "Then you should select some experts from the Dragon Guard to help me keep an eye on two people."
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