However, two groups went and neither came back.
At first, Governor Yan did not react. It was not until he sent out the third group and saw that they still did not come back for a long time that he suddenly came to his senses.
Madam Yan was still yelling, "Send someone else over! Ask the housekeeper to go over himself!"
"No need," Governor Yan seemed to have aged twenty years in an instant: "It's too late, it's useless..."
Madam Yan said anxiously, "Master!"
His back bent, and his voice was slurred: "It was my fault, I underestimated the enemy... Obviously, everyone said that she was a genius, extremely smart, why, why did I treat her as an ordinary girl? I deserve it, I deserve it..."
Madam Yan never figured out what was going on. She only vaguely knew it might be related to the book, so she said anxiously, "Just catch that guy and punish him! It's not a big deal!"
Governor Yan gave a bitter smile.
Look, even his wife is used to not taking human life seriously. Why does he think he can have a smooth life?
Just then, someone came to summon Governor Yan.
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Madam Yan hurried forward and stuffed the silver in, saying in a soft voice: "Our master just fainted..."
The man said calmly, "The emperor has summoned you, please hurry up, Lord Yan... There is an imperial physician in the palace, madam, don't worry."
So Governor Yan and several others were forced to come back.
Several adults in the courtyard were still playing mahjong, unaware of the time. Seeing him come back, they were a little surprised. Some who hadn't played yet came out to greet him, "Master Yan, why are you back? Is there something wrong?"
It was said that the emperor summoned him, but he was left here. Governor Yan no longer had any hope in his heart, so he just bowed and said, "Everyone, wish you the best."
Everyone's expression changed at once.
They were all people who were used to playing Tai Chi in official circles, so his words were equivalent to saying clearly that "something happened."
The interests of these people are all tied together, their relationships are close, and they don't shy away from speaking.
Someone asserted: "It is impossible for a single move to affect the entire body."
He felt that corruption in Jiangnan had been going on for a long time, and the emperor had always turned a blind eye to it. At most, he would punish them and kill two prominent ones as a warning, but he would never dare to really settle accounts. After the settlement, he would replace them with another group of people. What would happen? They would still be corrupt!
Besides, how dare he uproot the Jiangnan officialdom? In such a land of plenty, maintaining stability is the most important thing. People's hearts, order, and everything else must be taken into consideration. We must be extremely cautious in dealing with things. If we act rashly, wouldn't everything be in chaos?
Everyone agreed with this statement and nodded secretly.
After a long while, someone trembled and said, "But, what if..." He pointed upwards: "What if the world changes?"
Abdicate?
Everyone's face changed.
If Emperor Ming Yan really wanted to abdicate, then it was possible! Bloodbath Jiangnan, complete liquidation, and then slowly show favor after the new emperor ascended the throne... This is the basic operation!
But which emperor doesn't love power? Emperor Ming Yan is only fifty years old and in good health. How could he abdicate? How could he abdicate?
Even though I was desperately telling myself that it was impossible, my breathing was already disordered.
At this time, the troops transferred from Jiaxing had already arrived at their respective locations and surrounded the mansions of these people.
The imperial decree was issued and the property was searched. It was truly a surprise.
Because Yan Shiyue got the "list" in advance, Emperor Ming Yan's attack was very accurate.
Because of this extra period of preparation, these people are also ready for after they leave office.
There are always shrimps under the big fish. Some people eat the meat, while others drink the soup.
In most places, a deputy can be promoted to the position and replace the striker. He already has a handle in the hands of his superiors, and at this time he will "make meritorious service for his crime", so he will naturally try his best to perform. But after that, he will really have "his head on his neck", and he will definitely be cautious in doing things and will never dare to be so unscrupulous again.
In some places, officials sent from Beijing took over directly. Similarly, in order to "make up for their crimes", these people dared not say a word and could only cooperate with the government with all their strength.
The handover of officialdom proceeded quickly and orderly.
At the same time, the pampered women in various mansions were also arrested, crying and screaming.
The large amount of property seized from the treasury dazzled everyone's eyes and made their death sentences even more "deserved".
The officials in the palace did not realize until the next morning that they could no longer leave the courtyard. The guards outside were wearing armor and had drawn swords. Anyone who dared to speak would be attacked without a word.
Moreover, there was no one to deliver meals and no one to serve. All the servants and maids in the palace had disappeared.
These people finally realized that something big had happened!
But it was too late.
At the same time, some women, including those who had invested in Jinxiusi, were locked up alone. Of course, they were selected. Not everyone had a chance. Only those who had reasons and intentions to escape were chosen.
Then, after they had been in panic for a day and a night, he sent someone over to point out the pros and cons.
In fact, Yan Shiyue's plan was not very fair.
Because the law today clearly states that "relatives should conceal one another's guilt," that is, if relatives commit a crime, they should conceal it, and those who do not report or testify will not be punished; otherwise, they will be punished.
However, when an avalanche occurs, no snowflake is innocent, and she doesn't think these women can stay out of it.
But at this moment, such words will not be said explicitly.
It just hinted to them that if they could provide more evidence, they could save themselves and their children. In fact, the more they said, the more children they could save.
You know, in this era, there is no such thing as love with the legal wife, there is only respect for being well-matched. Besides, the youngest of these old men is almost 40 years old. People at this age get married early and the couples stay together for a long time. How can there be any true and everlasting love?
In addition, all these people were locked up together.
As long as there is one person who wavers, she will naturally do her best to drag these people into the water.
What else? With such a huge amount of embezzlement, would she die with her husband?
They were soon shaken and confessed many details, all with evidence. Some women who had long been resentful of their husbands for taking one or two concubines even confessed everything that had not been found.
The three officials have been summoned to deal with this matter in Jiangnan.
Bao Zheng was also sent to conduct the interrogation in person.
His interrogation style was upright, sharp and calm. Yan Shiyue went to listen to a few trials and thought it was pretty good. It felt a bit like the legendary Justice Bao.
Zheng Haoran also came over and mentioned their "little master uncle" to her. After hearing what she said, Zheng Haoran smiled and bowed: "Please don't be offended, my lord. Little master uncle has no other problems, but he is a little conceited."
He paused and said, "There are quite a few underworld gangs here. Do you want me to go and investigate?"
Yan Shiyue snorted, "No need, someone has already gone to check it out."
Zheng Haoran saw that she was unhappy all of a sudden, and although he didn't know why, he didn't dare to ask: "Yes."
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