Chapter 156 Cai Cai, save her.
Zhang Dingan was almost dragged out by the imperial guards in silver armor.
He no longer had the vigor and vitality he had before, as if he had aged dozens of years overnight.
The officials who had participated in the corruption with him were also terrified, fearing that Lu Yao would target them next.
Although they knew in their hearts that Zhang Dingan, the most cautious among them, had already been caught, the rest of them would most likely not be able to escape.
Lu Yao slowly came out of his angry mood.
His position destined him to frequently face the darkness of the court. Every time he experienced it, although he did not show it on his face, he would actually be sad for a long time in his heart.
For the people in the world who have suffered from injustice and for the loyal people who have been harmed by treacherous officials.
But this time, things were finally a little different.
【Oh my, my Uncle Lu is so awesome! 】
The young man's undisguised praise suddenly rang out: "He must be the best commander of the Golden Guard in the world! He is so observant and knows right from wrong!"
[He is so handsome and capable, wouldn't he dazzle thousands of girls in the city?! ]
Lu Yao raised the corners of his lips slightly.
The tenderness hidden in the heart also surfaced at the same time.
The young girl is always generous in praising the old guys, but she doesn't realize that she is the most powerful and clear-headed one.
[Hehehe, Uncle Lu is just a little thin. He doesn’t have as much muscle as my Grandpa Wang, Uncle Lei, Uncle Gao, or…]
Lu Yao: “…”
Lu Yao: “???”
"Your Majesty!" Before the young man could get more outrageous, he spoke up and interrupted his thoughts. "The case of embezzlement of riverbank repair funds involves many details. It is definitely impossible for Zhang Dingan to complete it alone. I earnestly request Your Majesty to order a thorough investigation of this matter and give justice to the people around us!"
This passage was said with righteous words and lofty spirit, seemingly wholeheartedly concerned about the country and the people, while the ministers around him...
Not buying.
Minister of Revenue Jiao Hongmiao turned around and looked Lu Yao up and down for a few breaths, shook his head, sighed, and turned back.
After looking at Lu Yao, Minister of Rites Chu Jiaxu glanced at the few people mentioned by the young man in his heart, with an affirmative look on his face.
Duke Wang just turned half of his face away and snorted with contempt.
The several generals mentioned in the young man's mind straightened their backs, wishing they could circle around Lu Yao twice.
What's a man without some muscles?
Lu Yao: “…”
He gritted his teeth in frustration and rage, thinking that one day it will be your turn. He was so angry that his face turned red at the words that suddenly came out of the little guy's voice!
The twelve tassels on Jiang Yanchuan's head swayed slightly, and the subtle and crisp sound successfully attracted the young man's attention.
He looked at the little guy's clear and admiring eyes and sighed deeply in his heart.
This case involves many officials, and the best solution at the moment is to investigate slowly and secretly, but...
Since the young lady always wanted to help him solve difficult problems, if she let the case stay here for the time being, she would have to work sleeplessly for several nights just to give him a few nights of good sleep.
Thinking of this, he said in a deep voice: "Does Mr. Lu have any idea?"
Lu Yao immediately understood the implication of Emperor Mingze's words and cooperated: "The repair of the river bank is a matter of cooperation between the Ministry of Works and the Ministry of Revenue. Therefore, I will also check from these directions one by one, but..."
He hesitated and said, "After all, this incident happened a long time ago, and all the evidence may have been dealt with long ago..."
[Uncle is not afraid! Leave it to Cheng Cheng, Cheng Cheng knows everything! ]
Jiang Yingcheng, who was on the golden platform, puffed out his chest proudly when he heard this.
The ministers below had kind expressions.
Your Highness is still so easily fooled.
[Cheng Cheng even knew that the socks that Grandpa Wang was wearing on his right foot had a hole in them today! ]
Duke Wang, who was grinning foolishly, suddenly had his smile frozen on his lips, and his body suddenly froze.
They all knew that the young guy knew everything, and no one said they didn't believe it. So why did the young prince have to prove himself with such a thing!
Having avenged his great hatred, Lu Yao sneered and successfully made Duke Wang's figure shake again.
[Although Tao Yangqiu's corrupt money was completely spent by his wife, his wife did not care as much as Tao Yangqiu did. She never avoided the people when spending in the city. If we follow this line, we can find evidence that his income and expenditure are inconsistent! ]
Seeing that the young man had started to talk about serious matters, Lu Yao quickly gathered his mind and put aside all distracting thoughts.
He had also heard of Tao Yangqiu's wife. The two knew each other when they were young. Neither of their families was wealthy. His wife, Mrs. Ke, had no family to support her, so the only money she had was Tao Yangqiu's salary.
What the young man said in his heart coincided with the direction of investigation he had previously thought of.
Jiang Yingcheng's investigation is still ongoing.
[As for Luo Chao, although his wives and concubines are satisfied with his infertility, his physical defects have caused him to suffer from mental illness. Those beautiful aunts have long been fed up with him. Uncle Lu Yao may be able to find out a lot of Lord Luo's "drunk truths" by just asking them casually~]
[Du Bo was a coward, always afraid that no one would come to his aid if something went wrong, so he secretly hid many of their correspondence in the jewelry box of the courtesan Miss Qin, whom he had hired!]
【And more...】
【Wow, this...】
[Hiss——This adult is also a tough guy...]
[Wow! This is actually possible...]
The more Lu Yao listened, the more solemn his expression became.
It's not because of what these ministers did, but——
The young man revealed evidence of crimes committed by nearly ten officials, including not only the details of their involvement, the whereabouts of the stolen money, the location of the evidence, but also several other cases...
He can't remember.
Originally, when he heard the first few pieces of news, he could still remember them all. But as the little guy revealed more and more information in his heart, he felt that even the things he had managed to remember before were gradually becoming blurred.
After the court was dismissed, Emperor Mingze personally carried the little boy to the Wuyang Palace. Before leaving, he glanced at Lu Yao meaningfully.
Lu Yao swallowed his bitterness, turned around and ran out of the hall!
With a smile on his face, he stood at the front of the dispersing team, targeting those officials who could hear the little guy's thoughts.
"Master Pei, you are still as handsome as you were a few years ago - so who did you remember just now?"
"General Gao, look at your muscular body. No wonder the young prince likes you. So you want to sponsor one too?"
"Duke Wang! I will go buy a dozen socks and send them to your house today - so..."
Lu Yao shed tears of pain and joy.
Cai Cai, help.