Chapter 215 Capital
Lu Chenyang had long disliked Li and wanted to remove him from his position. However, this time, Lu Chenyang was not using Li's dereliction of duty to accuse him, but rather his own assassination attempt.
Being a county magistrate means you have to bear the responsibilities of a county magistrate.
Lu Chenyang was assassinated. Who in the world would want him dead? Who has the ability to send someone to assassinate Lu Chenyang?
Emperor Qianyuan: “…” Just mention his name directly.
So how would Emperor Qianyuan deal with Magistrate Li? He would certainly appease Lu Chenyang, since he was sent to the capital on orders. But by doing so, wouldn't Emperor Qianyuan's actions chill the hearts of his subordinates?
Anyone who takes orders from Emperor Qianyuan in the future will have to think twice. If the truth comes out, Emperor Qianyuan will probably be the one to take the blame.
It's actually quite normal for subordinates to take the blame for their superiors. This is the case throughout the government and even in all walks of life. But the problem is that even if many people do this, they still want to save face and not let others know.
Lu Chenyang had openly exposed this matter, clearly intending to disgust Emperor Qianyuan. However, Emperor Qianyuan could not say anything and could only swallow his pride and endure this loss.
Lu Chenyang was actually defeating Emperor Qianyuan.
This time, using a child as an assassin really angered Lu Chenyang.
Lu Chenyang is blatantly disgusting Emperor Qianyuan, so Yan Xing said, is he a bad person?
Lu Chenyang said seriously, "I'm a good person."
Yan Xing couldn't help but curl the corners of his lips.
Lu Chenyang set off the next day. County Magistrate Li was waiting outside his carriage early in the morning just to see Lu Chenyang.
Lu Chenyang was escorted out by the guards, and County Magistrate Li immediately stepped forward and said, "Master Lu, Master Lu, please stay. I have something to report to you!"
Tan Feng raised his hand and blocked him with his weapon, shouting coldly, "Stop! Who are you? You are not allowed to come near me, sir."
Magistrate Li said bitterly, "Sir Lu, I am the magistrate of this county. Sir, I have no knowledge of the assassination. Please investigate."
Lu Chenyang stopped, looked at him deeply, and then... actually smiled.
Lu Chenyang's reputation was excellent, not only because he loved his people like his own children, but also because he was handsome. His smile actually made Lord Li stunned.
This guy looks pretty good when he smiles.
Lu Chenyang said gently, "There's no need to panic, County Magistrate Li. If you're innocent, the Emperor will definitely clear your name."
After Lu Chenyang finished speaking, he turned around and got on the carriage.
County Magistrate Li was stunned. Would the emperor clear his name? He shuddered, and immediately understood his fate.
No one who can pass the imperial examination is stupid. County Magistrate Li had figured out Lu Chenyang's intentions. The assassination happened under his jurisdiction, so he had to take the blame.
Even... maybe that person would kill him to silence him.
County Magistrate Li no longer had the heart to plead with Lu Chenyang, so he turned around and ran towards the yamen.
Tan Feng whispered beside the car, "Sir, County Magistrate Li is gone."
Lu Chenyang's calm voice came from inside the car: "Got it, send someone to keep an eye on him. If anyone wants to silence him, rescue him."
"Yes." Tan Feng agreed.
Whoever tries to silence the witness is the murderer. Lu Chenyang doesn't mind having a handle on Emperor Qianyuan.
Ever since the incident of using a child to assassinate Lu Chenyang, Lu Chenyang's guards had increased in number. Yan Xing even used the secret guards of the Duke of Zhenguo's mansion to protect him. For the rest of the journey, apart from Lu Chenyang's guards, not even the soldiers in the army could get close to him, keeping Lu Chenyang under tight protection.
In this way, we finally arrived in the capital smoothly.
Lu Chenyang assigned a thousand soldiers to escort the civilians back to Ningzhou. He now had more than four thousand soldiers with him. With so many soldiers arriving in the capital, if they were more capable, they might be able to capture the capital.
And Lu Chenyang… he was renowned for his excellence and ability. So Emperor Qianyuan treated him like a formidable enemy and sent the Crown Prince to meet Lu Chenyang.
Emperor Qianyuan found the correct way to use the prince.
The Crown Prince and officials from the Ministry of Rites personally welcomed Lu Chenyang outside the city.
Lu Chenyang arrived in the capital yesterday and camped outside the city. He then sent someone into the city to report that he had arrived, and the Ministry of Rites then arranged the welcoming arrangements.
Other provincial governors who came to the capital didn't receive this kind of treatment. Sending an official from the Ministry of Rites was already a gesture of respect. This pomp and circumstance was for Lu Chenyang and the Lu family army.
How many provincial governors brought their troops with them when they came to the capital to report their duties?
On the day of entering the city, Lu Chenyang changed into official uniform, took a carriage, and slowly entered the city with two hundred personal guards.
The Crown Prince led the officials of the Ministry of Rites and waited at the city gate.
Lu Chenyang got out of the car to meet the prince.
It can be said that the prince's position as heir to the throne depends entirely on Lu Chenyang's full support, but this is the first time the two have met.
The prince was young and handsome, with the air of royalty that only a descendant of the royal family could possess. He was dressed in a yellow robe, standing with his hands behind his back, a smile on his face.
Lu Chenyang didn't know if it was an illusion, but he felt as if the prince was sizing him up. It was normal for the prince to be curious about him since it was their first meeting, but the prince's gaze always struck him as a bit strange.
It didn't seem like simple curiosity, but a careful scrutiny, as if looking at him particularly closely.
Lu Chenyang bowed and said, "This humble official greets His Royal Highness the Crown Prince. I am so honored to trouble His Royal Highness to come and receive me."
The Crown Prince extended his hand to support him and said politely, "Master Lu, there is no need to be so polite. Master Lu has ensured the people live and work in peace and contentment. I have come to greet you on behalf of the people. This is what you deserve." He smiled again as he spoke, "My father has already prepared a banquet in the palace. Master Lu and I should go into the palace first."
Lu Chenyang bowed in response.
The first time he met the Crown Prince, Lu Chenyang knew he was a clever man. He didn't say he came by the Emperor's order, but instead said he came for the people, indicating that he was the master.
Because he is the king, Lu Chenyang is the minister, and the world belongs to him. No matter how well Lu Chenyang does, it is all for the king. As the master of the world, it is only natural for him to come on behalf of the people.
A hint of amusement flashed in Lu Chenyang's eyes. It seemed that the prince had been dormant for too long and could not help but show his edge.
This also shows that in the recent struggle between the emperor and the prince in the palace, the prince has the upper hand.
However, when they met and exchanged greetings, Lu Chenyang's mind was already full of thoughts.
Lu Chenyang followed the prince into the palace, but Yan Xing did not join him. It was not appropriate for him to show up on this occasion today, so after Lu Chenyang entered the palace, he would go into the city on his own.
When Lu Chenyang entered the palace, Emperor Qianyuan and all the civil and military officials were already waiting in the Golden Throne Hall.
Everyone wanted to meet Lu Chenyang. Although many people had seen Lu Chenyang six years ago, at that time, he was the top scholar in the imperial examination and was the most famous person in the capital.
But that happened a long time ago, and now they all want to see how this young man who has made great changes in just a few years has grown into him.
Lu Chenyang walked in from outside the hall, his figure somewhat thin and frail, but his back straight. The sunlight from outside shone into the hall, making it difficult to see the visitor's appearance for a moment.
The entire hall was silent, and everyone's eyes were focused in the same direction.
They watched as he slowly walked into their field of vision, his radiance impossible for anyone to ignore.
It was not until the young man came closer that everyone could see his face clearly.
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