"Your Majesty, Zhao Lin has gone mad! I suggest that we immediately send troops to capture him and then have the imperial physician treat him."
In the court, a minister said angrily.
He is Prince Yu's man.
Zhao Lin arrested the governors of three provinces and officials of all ranks, which had seriously affected Prince Yu's interests.
Now that Pang Dongxing has been arrested, it is not just an impact, but a direct stab in the back.
Prince Yu was so angry that he smashed the cup.
"Zhao Lin must be killed! Kill him!"
Prince Yu roared.
So as soon as the court opened today, someone began to impeach Zhao Lin.
As the first person spoke, others jumped out to echo him.
When no one jumped out, at least two-thirds of the ministers present began to impeach Zhao Lin.
Most of them are from Prince Yu’s party, but there are also a few from other parties, even some from the Prince’s party.
The reason is simple: Zhao Lin was too ruthless, arrested too many people, and offended too many people.
He even captured many of the prince's men.
Although the Crown Prince did not order the impeachment of Zhao Lin and was still gloating over the fact that a general under Prince Yu was captured by Zhao Lin, those people could not help but jump out.
When it comes to interests, no one can stop it.
Emperor Chengping looked at these people indignantly and looked at Zhu Zhongyan in confusion: "What did Zhao Lin do again?"
Zhu Zhongyan quickly said, "Zhao Lin devised a plan to capture and kill over 3,000 pirates, and in doing so, he also eliminated the officials, gentry, and merchants who were in collusion with the pirates."
Emperor Chengping said, "This is a good thing. What are these people shouting about?"
Zhu Zhongyan couldn't help laughing and said, "The people arrested by Zhao Lin are related to these people."
Emperor Chengping's face suddenly darkened. "You bastards, you actually colluded with pirates, harmed the people, and even dared to slander loyal officials. You deserve to die!"
Hulala...
The ministers, who were originally filled with righteous indignation, quickly knelt down.
The Duke of Wei sighed and said, "Your Majesty, they're not targeting Lord Zhao, but your reports of capturing pirates are so fake. Pirates are so difficult to eliminate because the vast ocean makes it difficult to pinpoint their location. Otherwise, many pirates would have been wiped out with the arrival of a large army. And yet, Lord Zhao, who hadn't been able to eliminate pirates for so many years, captured and killed over 3,000 of them in a single night, practically wiping out all the pirates along the coast. It's so fake, and that's why you all suspect Zhao Lin of killing innocent people to claim credit and shift the blame. You know, Zhao Lin often confiscates and kills families on the pretext of colluding with bandits, all for the sake of their money."
"What the Duke of Wei said makes sense. Zhao Lin is the thief who deceived Your Majesty."
"I request that Zhao Lin be summoned back to the court to explain in person."
"Your Majesty, please order Zhao Lin to return and explain immediately."
Many ministers said this.
If Zhao Lin stays on the coast any longer, there will be no one left among them.
This is just Qingyuan Province. What would happen if Zhao Lin went to Jian'an and Lingnan?
Emperor Chengping was hesitant.
Fu Chengwang stepped forward and said, "This is what I mean. Please summon Zhao Lin back to the court to explain clearly."
Li Xingye echoed, "I second the motion."
"I second the motion."
Many officials, led by Fu Chengwang and Li Xingye, echoed this sentiment.
They both think simply.
Zhao Lin even arrested the son of Duke Weiguo. He was even more cruel than when he was in Jiujiang Province. We cannot let him continue like this, otherwise who knows what he will do.
While Zhao Lin is still taking advantage, let him come back and have a rest.
Seeing that all the civil and military officials in the court said so, Emperor Chengping could only say: "Send an order and have Zhao Lin return to the court to explain in person."
The decree soon reached Zhao Lin.
"Sir Zhao, His Majesty ordered you to return to the court immediately upon receiving the decree. No delay is allowed."
The eunuch who delivered the imperial eunuch was one Zhao Lin had never seen before. He smiled very warmly, but Zhao Lin could clearly see the gloom in his eyes.
"Eunuch Lin, please wait a moment. I will make some arrangements and return to Beijing immediately." Zhao Lin said.
Eunuch Lin said, "We have to follow you, sir. Please forgive me."
Zhao Lin glanced at Eunuch Lin calmly and said, "Please do as you please."
Zhao Lin summoned Mi Moli, Chen Qifeng, and Pi Pengxing. "After I leave, you will continue to follow my orders. Anyone who tries to stop me will be killed. I will bear all consequences. Do you understand?"
"Yes, sir." The three responded in unison.
Chen Qifeng and Pi Pengxing were responsible for sending troops to arrest and kill people, while Mi Moli was responsible for coordinating the conflicts between them and the local authorities.
Before leaving, Zhao Lin said, "As soon as I leave, someone will surely come with an imperial decree to stop you. Before those people arrive, arrest those who should be arrested and kill those who should be killed. It's better to kill the wronged than to let them go. Even if there are innocent people, it's better for one family to cry than for all the people to cry."
These words made the three of them change color.
Chen Qifeng asked, "Sir, is it too late?"
Zhao Lin said sternly, "Just follow my orders. No matter who asks, just say it was my order. As I said before, I will bear all the consequences."
After a pause, Zhao Lin said, "All the sins are my fault!"
After saying that, Zhao Lin took his men away.
Mi Moli praised, "I would rather die and lose my reputation than restore peace and order to the world. You are indeed the man that Fu Chengwang and Li Xingye both favor! With such a young man, how could I care less about my own life? Go ahead and do it. If anyone has any objections, just let them come to me."
Chen Qifeng and Pi Pengxing were so excited by what Zhao Lin and Mi Moli said.
"Mrs. Mi is too greedy. She wants to keep such a good thing that will go down in history to herself!" Pi Pengxing said with a smile.
"We cannot be the protagonist, but we are willing to follow the protagonist and occupy a place in history books!" Chen Qifeng also said.
Mi Moli laughed heartily: "Two generals, the people of the three provinces are in your care."
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