pdf-ebookys Chapter 288 Zhang Tailu takes the throne.
Chapter 288 Zhang Tailu takes the throne.
The soldiers dragged away Xiang Xiaoxian's body and head.
The palace maid brought clean water and washed the blood off the ground.
The onlookers gradually dispersed.
Song An, Cheng He and other powerful families also turned back.
Merchants including Jiang Xiang and Gao Liu also saw Song An and others in the crowd.
After seeing them leave, Jiang Xiang also asked his people to leave.
It’s still that restaurant.
In the wing room.
Jiang Xiang and a group of merchants sat together.
Discussing the scene that happened at the palace gate.
Jiang Xiang: "You tell me, did His Majesty know something, so he gave Xiang Xiaoxian to..."
He made a snapping motion on his neck.
Other merchants said, "I think so."
"Otherwise, why did His Majesty suddenly chop him off?"
"That's right. When I entered the palace yesterday, he was fine."
"Not long after I entered the palace today, I was dragged out and chopped to pieces."
"Oh, by the way, have you all forgotten the charges against Xiang Xiaoxian that the soldier read out?"
Yes!
When the others heard this, they suddenly remembered.
Even the charges were read out.
Then His Majesty must have ordered people to investigate and collect evidence.
They really are......
I was so happy that I lost my mind.
I actually forgot such an important thing.
..........
In the palace.
Qi Pan asked Ying Zheng, "Brother, who are you going to arrange to take over Xiang Xiaoxian's position next?"
"There are still some cases involving merchants that have not been investigated."
Ying Zheng already had a candidate in mind. He said, "Zhang Tailu."
"I'm going to let him take charge."
Zhangtai Road?
Qi Pan has no impression of this person.
Ying Zheng said to Xia Lin who was standing beside him, "Go, bring Zhang Tailu into the palace."
"Yes, Your Majesty."
Xia Lin responded and retreated respectfully.
When Zhang Tailu saw Xia Lin and heard Ying Zheng summon him to the palace.
His legs were weak.
He had heard that Xiang Xiaoxian was beheaded at the palace gate.
I heard that he was suddenly summoned to the palace yesterday, and then entered the palace again today.
Not long after entering the palace, he was dragged out and thrown at the palace gate.
Then the charges were read out and his neck was cut with a knife.
I heard that the blood was splattered very high.
It's so scary.
Zhang Tailu followed Xia Lin tremblingly.
He can't be so unlucky, right?
He won't be the next to die, right?
I thought about whether I had done anything against the law or accepted bribes since I took office over the years.
After thinking about it, there is nothing.
He hasn't done anything wrong recently, so I think he's safe.
Thinking of this, Zhang Tailu calmed down a little.
When stepping into the hall, Zhang Tailu tripped over the threshold.
His footing was unstable and he slipped to his knees.
Zhang Tailu took advantage of the situation and bowed down, saying loudly.
"Your Majesty, I greet you!"
?
Seeing this, Ying Zheng raised his eyebrows slightly.
"There's no need to be so polite. Get up."
"Yes, thank you, Your Majesty."
Zhang Tailu wiped the cold sweat from his forehead and stood up carefully.
"I wonder if your Majesty has summoned me here to give you any instructions?"
Ying Zheng asked, "Do you know what happened at the palace gate today?"
"Your Majesty, I have heard something..."
Zhang Tailu's heart suddenly began to tighten.
Ying Zheng said, "Okay then."
"You will take his place."
"Investigate all the cases involving merchants thoroughly."
"Repay all the money and property that should be repaid to the merchants."
"In addition, all the offenders must be arrested and brought to justice. No one should be spared."
what?
Will he take over Xiang Xiaoxian's position as Lord Xiang? ?
And let him investigate the cases of those merchants?
Ask him to arrest all the offenders and not let any of them go? ?
this.......
Zhang Tailu looked a little embarrassed, "Your Majesty......"
“What should we do if the offender has an identity and background and refuses to cooperate with the investigation?”
Ying Zheng said, "You have an identity and a background?"
"Can their identities and backgrounds be greater than mine?"
"Just go ahead and do it. If anyone dares to obstruct, I will arrest them directly."
"promise!"
With Ying Zheng's words, Zhang Tailu was no longer afraid to handle cases.
After giving a few more instructions, Ying Zheng waved his hand and let Zhang Tailu go.
When he came, Zhang Tailu walked with trepidation.
When walking, he walks with his head held high and his chest puffed out.
As soon as he left the palace, he couldn't wait and went straight to the government office.
After revealing his identity, he began to tidy up the government office.
Review past case files.
Mainly review cases related to merchants.
Then he started to order people to visit and investigate, and go to the merchants' homes to inquire about the situation.
Draw a portrait of the thief and post it to search for him.
All the merchants in Xianyang were happy and excited.
Finally, the dawn has arrived.
However, Song An, Cheng He and other powerful families were terrified.
They gathered together to discuss what to do.
Song An said, "For now, I can only reluctantly give up some silver."
"First, send it to His Majesty in the palace, and say that it is a donation of silver to relieve His Majesty's worries."
"I hope His Majesty will let us go for our good sense of the times."
Song An knew.
If Your Majesty really wants to investigate something, their methods cannot be concealed.
No matter how well it is hidden, the evidence must be destroyed thoroughly.
It can also help people find some clues.
He dare not underestimate His Majesty's men.
To be on the safe side, it is better to lower your head and show weakness.
Let’s avoid this time first.
Although other aristocratic families and dignitaries were unwilling to accept this.
But he still agreed with Song An's words.
............
three days later.
in the hall.
Song An and several other aristocratic and powerful people lowered their heads and saluted Ying Zheng cautiously.
"I, the common people, greet your majesty."
Without even looking up, Ying Zheng said, "Well, what's the matter?"
Song An stepped forward and said, "Your Majesty."
"We, the common people, have collected some silver, grain, and clothing, and are here to present them to Your Majesty."
"I will help your majesty build the Great Wall."
Oh?
Raised some silver, food and clothes?
Want to give it to him?
Ying Zheng said, "Didn't we donate a few days ago?"
this........
Song An said: "The days before yesterday were the days before yesterday, and today is today."
"After donating the silver last time, we went back and discussed it again."
"I feel that it is really inadequate to express our loyalty and our determination to contribute to the construction of the Great Wall for Your Majesty."
"After we went back, we took the time to raise some money."
"I hope Your Majesty will accept it."
Several other noble families also spoke up.
"Yes, Your Majesty, please accept it."
"Your Majesty, please accept it."
Ying Zheng's gaze swept between Song An and the other people.
Then he took it back and said.
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