Su Qingyu's expression remained unchanged upon hearing this. This matter had already been made clear to the Emperor. Censor Jin had brought this up, apparently at the end of his rope.
As expected, Emperor Xuande said unhappily, "Mr. Shen faked his own death because he was going to the northwest to investigate the Xu family's use of the Air Force's salary. I already knew about this, so it's not considered deceiving the emperor."
Censor Jin had nothing more to say and had to retreat in embarrassment.
Censor Jin stopped his attacks, but Su Qingyu refused to give up.
With a tense expression, she took two steps forward and knelt down.
"Your Majesty, I am suing Censor Jin for his ill intentions in damaging your reputation."
"If the emperor really listened to Censor Jin and severely punished the Lin family, who would be willing to step forward when the court is in trouble in the future?"
"Apart from anything else, these merchants have contributed greatly to these natural disasters. If they lost their lives supporting the border wars, the people wouldn't say that Censor Jin was bad, they would only say that the emperor was incompetent."
"In my opinion, Censor Jin has absolutely no regard for the Emperor's reputation. With officials like him around, it's only a matter of time before the Emperor's reputation is ruined."
Su Qingyu's words made Jin Yushi gasp. Not only Jin Yushi, but everyone else also looked at Su Qingyu in surprise.
This Third Madam Shen was really bold in what she said, and every word she said could shock the Ganyang Palace.
Censor Jin subconsciously looked at Shen Zhixiu, hoping that Lord Shen could control his wife. This Ganyang Palace was not a place for women to act recklessly.
But Elder Shen was smiling at this moment, looking at his wife dotingly. Not only did he not have the slightest intention of disciplining her, he even saw the word "henpecked" on Shen Zhixiu's face.
Censor Jin could only grit his teeth and say to Su Qingyu: "Madam Shen San, as a censor, I have the duty to report rumors and impeach officials. This is my duty."
Su Qingyu raised her voice and replied to him seriously.
"It is my right as a citizen of the Great Zhou Dynasty to file a complaint."
Emperor Xuande signaled Su Qingyu to stand up. Today's matter really couldn't be let go. If Censor Jin wasn't punished, where would Shen Zhixiu's face be?
Therefore, Emperor Xuande issued an edict that if the offense was serious, the Jin Censor would be punished with thirty strokes of the cane and demoted three ranks. As for the degree of demotion, it was the Ministry of Personnel's decision.
The Ministry of Personnel is now in the hands of Shen Zhixiu, so it seems that Censor Jin's career is ruined.
The prince, who had been standing below Emperor Xuande, kept his head down and remained calm.
Although today's result was somewhat unexpected, it was also within his expectations. If Shen Zhixiu could be brought down so easily, he would not be Shen Zhixiu anymore.
But it doesn't matter. This kind of thing is like a seed of doubt. There's no telling when it will take root and sprout in my father's heart.
As long as you plant enough seeds, some will sprout.
What happened next with Shen Zhao was the highlight that would take Shen Zhixiu's life.
After Censor Jin was taken away to be beaten with a stick, Li Yunzhou looked at Zhao Ziyi again.
"Minister Zhao, when will you give me the silver?"
Zhao Ziyi stepped forward and whispered, "My prince, please help me put in a good word and give it according to the time we agreed on."
Li Yunzhou snorted, "What if someone brings this up again?"
Zhao Ziyi patted his chest and guaranteed that if anyone else said this without any eyes, he would be the first to disagree.
Today's court meeting began and ended in this farce.
Emperor Xuande gave Su Qingyu and Lin Wuchen generous rewards as compensation from the court. As for the outstanding silver, Emperor Xuande did not mention it, intending to let Zhao Ziyi deal with them.
He feels ashamed to not pay back the money he owes.
After the court meeting, everyone left the palace one after another.
Lin Wuchen whispered to Shen Zhixiu, "Fortunately you kept a backup plan, otherwise it would be hard to explain."
Shen Zhixiu smiled and said, "That's great! You get some money and also gain a good reputation."
Su Qingyu raised her eyebrows, "Prince Ning has just returned to the capital for a few days, and these things are already being noticed."
Li Yunzhou, who was following behind Shen Zhixiu, said, "The Li family has been operating in Northern Xinjiang for so many years, this shouldn't be difficult to investigate."
Su Qingyu thought about it and realized that Li Chaoyun and Shen Zhao were like angry dogs. They would bite anything they could get their teeth into.
In front of so many civil and military officials, the few of them didn't say much and got into their cars to go back home.
On the carriage back to the Shen family, Su Qingyu and Shen Zhixiu talked about the progress of the search for Song Hongshen.
Su Qingyu was a little worried and blamed herself, "Did I alert the enemy again?"
Shen Zhixiu shook his head and consoled him, "Your idea is the safest, but the Crown Prince must be extremely cautious with something that can hasten one's death."
"Let alone a person getting close to them, even if a bird flew in, they would probably move to another place."
"According to Song Hongshen's current search methods, it's only a matter of time before they find out, which will happen in the next two or three days."
Su Qingyu nodded. There was nothing she could do except wait.
After entering the Shen residence, the two returned to their room to change clothes before heading towards Qingyuan Residence. The Emperor had summoned Su Qingyu to the palace today, and the old lady must still be worried. The two had to go there in person to explain things, to reassure the old lady.
When I passed by the small garden, I heard voices coming from not far away.
Su Qingyu recognized the voice as that of Second Madam Yang.
"The second young lady of the Qin family is the same age as you, so why can't you see each other?"
Then came Shen Hong's clear voice, "I know that the second young lady of the Qin family has never gotten along with Yue'er."
Yang immediately said: "There are some conflicts between the girls, but it's not a big deal. She was still young at that time. I heard that she has been living with the old lady of the Qin family in the old house for the past two years and has become very dignified and sensible."
However, Shen Hong said firmly: "If Mother wants to see him, she can go by herself. I won't go anyway. If the match is settled, Mother can marry him herself and not let me."
After saying that, he turned and walked away. Su Qingyu could vaguely see his back as he left, with the stubbornness that was unique to young people.
Yang cursed, "This stinky boy is here just to collect debts."
Turning around, he saw Su Qingyu and Shen Zhixiu. He gave a bitter smile and complained to them, "Look at this kid, he's already grown up, but he still doesn't understand."
Su Qingyu stepped forward and gently advised, "Don't be anxious, sister-in-law. Marriage is also about fate."
She had only met the second young lady of the Qin family twice in her previous life, so she had no impression of her and it was difficult for her to express her opinion.
Yang also wanted to go to Qingyuanju, so she walked with Su Qingyu and started chatting.
"These children are a debt. I have spent the past six months arranging marriages for them."
"How about on April 18th, Third Brother's wife accompany me to Huguo Temple. I have already agreed with the wife of the Duke of Zhenguo to visit Huguo Temple on that day."
"Because the second young lady of the Qin family won't be back in Beijing until early April."
Su Qingyu nodded and said, "Then I will go with my second sister-in-law, but this requires the second young master's consent."
Yang sighed, "I know I can't force the child, but we've already agreed to meet, and it would be bad not to go."
"If he insists on not agreeing, I'll just have to find an excuse to refuse."
Seeing that the two sisters-in-law were talking excitedly, Shen Zhixiu followed them from a distance.
Yang whispered again, "Ever since the death of that woman from the palace, the princess and the eldest young master haven't been as close as before. I haven't seen her for a while. Has she been living at her parents' house?"
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