Chapter 295: Hidden Dangers in the Imperial Family
Since the decision had been made, Zhao Qingrui announced the punishment for Zhang Cang directly in the court during the court meeting the next day.
Zhang Cang was defeated so quickly that many people were stunned. They never expected that he would fall.
As an imperial censor, Zhang Cang held a very high position in the court.
Moreover, he has real talent and knowledge, and His Majesty values him very much.
"Your Highness, Censor Zhang is a loyal minister of the Qin Dynasty. I wonder what he did that made Your Highness punish him like this?" An official who had a good relationship with Zhang Cang stood up.
"Since you want to know, Lu Zhi, please read out what Zhang Cang did." Zhao Qingrui picked up a memorial and handed it to Lu Zhi beside him.
"Yes, Zhang Cang, the historian under the helm, accepted bribes, colluded with profiteers, leaked the state secrets of the Qin Dynasty, and sold them to the Xiongnu tribes. This is truly an act of treason..."
After Lu Zhi finished reading, you could hear a pin drop in the Qilin Hall, especially the person who wanted to help Zhang Cang escape. His face was pale at this time. He didn't expect the situation to be so serious.
Imperial Censor Feng Jie erupted on the spot, "Your Highness, Zhang Cang has brought disaster to the Qin Empire. He should be subjected to the Five Punishments and his entire clan exterminated."
"Indeed, Zhang Cang has read so many revealing articles, yet he did something like this. I agree with what Censor Feng said."
"My Great Qin still lacks talents. Zhang Cang is in charge of the Golden Box and Stone Chamber. He uses the resources of my Great Qin to enrich himself. It would be a waste to kill him. Therefore, Zhang Cang is sent to the Book Repair Office and the most tiring work is assigned to him to atone for his sins." Zhao Qingrui said lightly.
Given Zhang Cang's character, it's no wonder that in history books he was beheaded for committing a crime. This was no small matter.
"Your Highness is wise." Li Si took the lead in shouting.
"No need to be so polite, my lords. The commercial policies of the Qin Dynasty are now quite relaxed, but that doesn't mean that merchants can do whatever they want. Where is the Pinghuai Order?" Zhao Qingrui said calmly.
"I'm here." Jiang Lu stood up. He was very busy during this period, but when he thought of what had just happened, Jiang Lu broke out in a cold sweat. If other businessmen did the same, the consequences would be unimaginable.
"Re-register all merchants and record the goods they sell. If they violate Qin laws, they will be severely punished." Zhao Qingrui said coldly.
"Don't worry, Your Highness, I will not fail in my mission." Jiang Lu said seriously. In the past, he looked down on merchants and thought they were of low status, but now he really took those merchants to heart. If he allowed those people to do whatever they wanted, it would be extremely disadvantageous to the Qin Dynasty.
"Yeah, very good." Zhao Qingrui nodded.
Merchants are re-registered for better management.
Business-related laws also need to be gradually improved. Let’s just manage it this way for now, as long as there are no problems.
"Your Highness, the envoys from the Maurya Dynasty will enter Xianyang soon, and all necessary arrangements have been made." Minister Cen Chuanhao said respectfully.
"By the way, I almost forgot about them. Have they made any unusual movements since entering Daqin?" Zhao Qingrui patted his forehead and asked hurriedly.
"Your Highness, they bought some goods, but under the watchful eyes of the accompanying black-armored guards, they did not dare to ask anything casually, nor did they buy anything like food." Cen Chuanhao said seriously. Since these people entered Daqin, he was the one who arranged people to greet them.
In order to prevent these people from causing trouble, he also arranged a lot of people to monitor them at all times.
"That's good. Since they are going to enter Xianyang, they just need to follow the rules." Zhao Qingrui felt relieved.
Apart from the affairs of the envoys, there were many things going on in the court, but they were not major events.
The biggest thing is the reconstruction of Xianyang.
Hundreds of thousands of people worked together to demolish the city of Xianyang, and the speed of demolition was extremely fast.
After the court meeting, Zhao Qingrui went to the harem.
It's time to check the harem's affairs again. Since Dad passed away, there has been no trouble in the harem.
Knowing that Zhao Qingrui was coming, Madam Zheng was waiting for her in the palace early.
"Your Highness, why do you have to come here in person? I will deliver it to you myself." Madam Zheng said in a gentle voice.
"Walk more and exercise. I have nothing to do right now." Zhao Qingrui looked at the account book in front of him, rolled up his sleeves, and began to flip through it.
This ancient clothing also has a disadvantage, that is, the sleeves are too big.
It looks good, but it's not very convenient to do things with.
The court dress she wore was modeled after her father's crown. It was black, the favorite color of the Qin Dynasty, and looked solemn and elegant.
If she wanted to wear some of her favorite clothes, she could only wear them in private.
As he looked through the household supplies, Zhao Qingrui had a general understanding.
"I'll take these things back and have someone calculate the amount, and then send them to Madam Zheng in two days." Zhao Qingrui instructed the palace maids around her to put away the account books.
"It's okay. Your Highness is busy with official duties. You can take your time to read it." Mrs. Zheng said gently.
"Well, thank you Mrs. Zheng for your concern." Zhao Qingrui smiled.
"By the way, there is one more matter that requires Your Highness's decision." Mrs. Zheng said hurriedly when she saw Zhao Qingrui was about to leave.
"Oh? What's the matter?" Zhao Qingrui raised his eyebrows.
"There are three young men in the royal family who are of the right age to get married. Now that Your Majesty is not in Xianyang, they can't delay marriage any longer. That's why I wanted to ask for your opinion." Madam Zheng looked at Zhao Qingrui.
Although she is in charge of the affairs of the harem, she is not the queen.
"Which three?" Zhao Qingrui pondered.
As for the royal family, she really didn't want to deal with them.
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