Chapter 153 It's easy to invite a god, but hard to send him away
Upon returning to his residence, King Wu carefully considered all the possible events that might occur the next day, thoroughly examining every single one.
Summoning that old man from the Shangguan family is definitely not a simple matter, but now that Yang Zhengtong has identified him, things will be much easier.
At least there's a legitimate reason for the case, and all I have to do is insist on handling it impartially.
As for those people's anger... take it out on the Crown Prince!
After all, it was the Crown Prince's confidant who implicated Lord Shangguan.
King Wu didn't intend to do anything to Lord Shangguan; he just wanted to dampen the Shangguan family's arrogance.
So what if she became the Crown Princess? So what if she was once a member of the Empress's family?
A family of upright officials? If they were truly a family of upright officials, why would they take sides?
King Wu had already decided that he must not resort to violence tomorrow, but instead bring that old man from the Shangguan family to the Ministry of Justice prison with reason and evidence.
Let him confront Yang Zhengtong for a while.
As for what happens next... well, let's see these two fight like dogs.
The thought of what might happen tomorrow suddenly filled King Wu with excitement.
Isn't the Shangguan family, this staunch supporter of the Crown Prince, supposed to be a group of upright officials?
Tomorrow he's going to show everyone what a hypocritical family this is...
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Inside the Inspectorate, Ye Yunshu burned the note that had just been delivered from outside by candlelight.
Song Zhimian, who came to deliver snacks to Ye Yunshu under the guise of being the Crown Princess, also watched as the note turned to ashes.
"The King of Wu... has taken the bait?" Song Zhimian asked in a low voice.
Ye Yunshu nodded.
"With so much bait there, they're bound to take the bait."
Just as you said before, Yang Zhengtong would reveal a weakness at the right time, and the King of Wu would then have some ideas.
In addition, the King of Wu hates the Shangguan family almost as much as he hates me.
"The King of Wu should be heading to the Shangguan family with the Ministry of Justice and his own men by 9:00 AM tomorrow," Ye Yunshu said calmly.
"Then...they probably wouldn't dare to be violent towards Lord Shangguan!"
"The old man is getting on in years; he can't stand the slightest grievance," Song Zhimian hurriedly said.
Ye Yunshu almost burst out laughing when she heard Song Zhimian say that.
"Touch Lord Shangguan? You don't actually think they'd torture him, do you?!"
That's Lord Shangguan. He's not just a veteran of three reigns; even His Majesty had to address him as "Master" before he ascended the throne.
Even the Minister of War, Jian, who had the worst temper among the six ministries, dared not raise his voice at Lord Shangguan.
"Everyone's respect for Lord Shangguan...is in their bones," Ye Yunshu explained to Song Zhimian with a smile.
Song Zhimian responded with an "oh".
She also knew that Lord Shangguan was of noble status and that ordinary people could not touch him.
But King Wu was a complete idiot and a madman, and he also hated the Shangguan family, a family of officials who were known for their outspokenness.
What if I have a brain fart...?
Well, after hearing so much from Lord Ye, there shouldn't be that many "what ifs"!
What? Still worried?
Don't worry! Lord Shangguan is more than happy to take a trip to the Ministry of Justice's prison!
Once the old man is invited inside, when he will come out is beyond the control of the King of Wu.
Think about it, the King of Wu imprisoned Lord Shangguan, but there was no substantial evidence whatsoever.
Lord Shangguan is stubborn and will likely stay in prison and refuse to come out.
In the end, it was the King of Wu who had no choice.
"Alright, don't think about it too much. As long as Lord Shangguan enters the Ministry of Justice tomorrow, Yang Zhengtong can just drop dead and be released." Ye Yunshu said with a smile.
Song Zhimian said "oh" and continued watching Ye Yunshu look at the account book.
Are the ledgers really that good-looking?
Why is it that Lord Ye can look at the account books so intently, while she just wants to sleep when she looks at them?
"My lord, after what happens tomorrow, those..." Song Zhimian looked at Ye Yunshu.
What she wanted to ask was, how should public opinion be controlled and guided after the King of Wu took Lord Shangguan away with his men tomorrow?
"Don't worry! I've left this to Mu Xiao." Ye Yunshu said without even looking up.
"Princess Yongxin?" Song Zhimian was a little confused.
Ye Yunshu didn't even raise her head.
"Mu Xiao may seem carefree and idle, but she's actually very smart!"
She always did a great job when I entrusted her with tasks like this before!
This time... she's all ready.
By now... she should have already settled in at Chun Buwan.
Song Zhimian...
Sure enough, everyone around me had a side I didn't know about.
I never imagined that the spoiled princess in other people's eyes could do such a job. I admire her!
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The next day, at the entrance of the Shangguan Mansion, the steward and a group of servants greeted the guests.
Yesterday, he led his men to return the official reply from the Shangguan government to the candidates who had sent their visiting cards.
The candidates preparing for next year's exams were overjoyed.
Lord Shangguan is definitely hosting a banquet to test everyone's knowledge!
At this time, we must perform well and try to leave a good impression on Lord Shangguan.
Perhaps when His Majesty returns in triumph and summons the old minister, the old minister will say a few kind words...
In the garden of the Shangguan Mansion, the scholars were either composing poems or displaying their calligraphy and painting skills.
Sometimes he would even argue with other candidates about a certain issue.
In short, it was very lively.
Lord Shangguan, too, was radiant with health and frequently offered corrections to some of the scholars' arguments.
Or perhaps they would comment on the poems and paintings of the candidates...
Just as the atmosphere was at its most heated, the steward hurriedly came over and whispered a few words in Lord Shangguan's ear.
The candidates, who had been discussing the matter enthusiastically, suddenly fell silent and looked at Lord Shangguan.
Lord Shangguan also frowned.
"I will not see anyone, no matter who they are. Today is the day I host a banquet for the candidates who are taking the imperial examinations. What are those people doing here causing trouble!" Lord Shangguan reprimanded in a low voice.
"Yes! That's what I said too."
But... the King of Wu also came with his men, saying... that he needs to ask you, sir, to come over regarding that matter.
"The old man and his family are arguing with them at the door right now!" the butler hurriedly said.
The candidates were completely bewildered by these words.
What business does the King of Wu have with the old man?
Lord Shangguan gave a cold laugh.
"I don't care who they are, let them come in and invite them in."
Let them say what they have to say in front of everyone!
housekeeper……
...
Soon, the steward led the King of Wu and the Right Attendant into the room.
The King of Wu was very good at saving face; as soon as he saw Lord Shangguan, he clasped his hands in apology.
"I apologize for disturbing you, sir. I shouldn't have come, but this concerns the case of the privately made dragon robe yesterday."
The suspect, Yang Zhengtong, who has already been detained, said that the matter was related to adults.
"I have an imperial order to obey, and I must come to disturb you, sir."
Scholars...
What? The case of illegally made dragon robes that caused such a stir on the streets was actually related to Lord Shangguan?
Isn't this nonsense?
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