"Oh, so that's how it is. How could the Prime Minister, who is so powerful, be imprisoned? Could it be that His Majesty has discovered corruption?"
The prime minister just felt upset.
Silence, dead silence!
Jiang Ziang asked foolishly, "Dad, did I ask something wrong? If he hadn't done anything wrong, how could he have been brought here? It's fate that our in-laws are in jail together."
The Prime Minister's face was ashen, his eyes filled with resentment: "Enough, Jiang Baichuan, are you blind? You let your son humiliate me."
"And don't think I don't know. The letter of treason in the study must have been made by your daughter. You two are scheming."
"I was wondering why Li'er was caught in adultery and then forced to write a divorce letter, and then a letter of treason. It seems like all of this was orchestrated by you."
Jiang Baichuan curled his lips and said unhappily, "You've done this yourself. What's the point of making such a fuss? If you have the guts, go find His Majesty and see if he believes it."
Before the Prime Minister could say anything, a jailer came over, opened the cell door, and said in a cold voice, "Drag the man out. His Majesty said he would interrogate him thoroughly. Where did all the embezzled treasures come from?"
Someone lifted his arm and dragged him out.
Before leaving, the tall and thin jailer looked back at Jiang Ling, nodded in agreement, and then left quickly.
Soon, the sound of whipping mixed with screams and threatening voices were heard, which made people shudder. There was no sleepiness at all. The three members of the Jiang family looked at each other and said nothing.
They all knew that the plan was going smoothly and the day they would be released was just around the corner, so a little physical pain was nothing.
As long as I can leave the dangerous and dangerous capital, everything will be worth it.
After waiting for another three days, the Prime Minister had been tortured to the point of being on the verge of death. The Embroidered Uniform Guard came to take him away, followed by the Jiang family father and son.
Inside the Government Affairs Hall
Emperor Gan sat on a high seat, looking down at the people below, and said in a deep voice: "Come here, after reading the imperial edict, send the Prime Minister to Jiudu to take up his post from today."
"If you have made meritorious service and return within two years, you will be reinstated. If not..."
Needless to say, everyone understood what was said next.
The prime minister was crawling on the ground, his prison uniform stained with blood, his hair disheveled and his beard untidy. He looked very embarrassed and was crying inconsolably.
"I know I was wrong, and I will certainly make amends. I will never again be greedy. Thank you, Your Majesty, for giving me the opportunity to make amends."
Emperor Gan glanced at him, his eyes full of coldness, and said in a cold voice: "All the things confiscated from the Prime Minister's Mansion should be sold to supply the Marquis' Mansion. They have spent too much money on the great cause over the years."
The Prime Minister's body stiffened, his eyes filled with disbelief.
His lips moved, but he dared not say a word, for fear of offending His Majesty, which would be a fate worse than death.
He has long known that the emperor is ruthless.
"Yes, yes, I obey your order!"
Emperor Gan waved his hand and urged, "Come, take the Prime Minister away and close the door of the hall. I have something to discuss with the General and the Imperial Sister. No one is allowed to disturb us."
The Prime Minister was dragged out and looked at the majestic hall, his eyes becoming increasingly dim...
The heavy door of the hall was closed, and Jiang Baichuan knelt on the ground with his back straight. His body was covered in blood, but his unyielding spirit was not affected at all.
Emperor Gan looked at the people below and sighed in his heart. If they were to lose, it would not be impossible to let them go. After all, the Jiang family was needed on the battlefield in southern Xinjiang.
The old lady sat on a chair beside her, quietly waiting for something.
Not long after, Emperor Gan spoke: "I have ordered people to investigate the matter of Taohualin. The Jiang family has no connection with the Xiongnu. The general will be released soon."
"As for the real colluder behind the scenes, I will certainly deal with it. However, there is one thing I must mention. The general has worked hard for so many years, and now the truce has been signed."
"Have you ever thought about putting down your burdens and reuniting with your family? At your age, it's time for you to enjoy the joy of family."
The meaning of this statement couldn't be clearer. We don't need you anymore in Dagan now. Hand over your military power immediately and voluntarily, and I will make your life easier.
Jiang Baichuan looked at his mother beside him. Seeing her nod, his eyes flickered and he laughed frankly, "Okay, Your Majesty is right. I am indeed too tired."
"It's time to hand over the military power to Your Majesty. If you need me in the future, please give it to me. I will certainly fight for Your Majesty and risk my life."
"Now, it's good to enjoy the rare peaceful days."
When Emperor Gan heard him say this, his eyes lit up instantly. He suppressed his excitement and said with a smile, "Yes, I am also thinking of the hard work of the general. It is time for him to enjoy his life."
Seeing the emperor's reaction, Jiang Baichuan felt a chill in his heart, but he didn't show it on his face.
He continued, "Your Majesty, I would like to take my family with me in my old age. Is that feasible?"
"What? The general wants to take his family out of the capital. What will happen to the shops and houses in the capital?"
The old lady jokingly said, "Just leave someone to look after the shop. Although the capital is prosperous, when people get old they want to go out and see different mountains and rivers."
"Alas, my body is failing. I'm afraid I won't be able to walk in two years. Then I won't have the chance to go out and have a look."
Emperor Gan lowered his eyes upon hearing this, thoughts turning in his mind. As long as the military power was handed over, the Jiang family would stay in Dagan and not go to other countries.
Let the Huo family take over and see if it works. If it doesn't, the Jiang family can be recalled. This way, we can rest assured. It's great!
Pretending to be entangled, he said, "Royal sister, if you want to choose a place to retire, I wonder if there is a suitable place to choose, Jiangnan?"
There was a temptation hidden in his words. Jiangnan is a big granary. If the Jiang family goes there, with their reputation and means, once they have thoughts of rebellion, they are likely to be retaliated.
The old lady casually said, "I heard that the northern wilderness, although a little barren, has beautiful scenery. After seeing the flowing streams, it's also nice to see the rugged desert."
Emperor Gan was startled and said in surprise, "Northern Wasteland, my sister actually wants to go to Northern Wasteland. The conditions there are too poor."
"It's okay. I'm old enough to walk around. When I get tired, I can go back to the capital to retire."
"...Since my sister says so, I won't say much. How about giving the Northern Wasteland to the Marquis of Zhenguo as his fiefdom?"
Jiang Baichuan waved his hands repeatedly, his face full of honesty.
"Your Majesty, I am only a marquis, not a king. How can I obtain any fiefdom? If others knew about this, they would think I was greedy for something."
Emperor Gan stared at him, very pleased with his attitude, and smiled kindly: "This is what the general deserves. It was you who solved the problem of resettlement of those remaining soldiers."
"If it weren't for this, the conscription of Dagan wouldn't have been so smooth. I will never forget those who have dedicated themselves to Dagan."
"If anyone has any objections, let them do as they are told. Naturally, they won't dare to say anything more. Don't worry, I will draft the decree today."
Jiang Baichuan kowtowed respectfully, a smile of triumph flashed across his eyes, and he quickly returned to his respectful and fearful look.
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