[Langya Bang] Qi Ye Zhenzhen

"Liyang, do you want to compose a poem?" Emperor Liang, who was sitting on the throne, involuntarily put down the golden cup in his hand, and asked a little surprised.

"Your Majesty lacks literary talents, how can I make any poems..." Princess Liyang showed determination in her eyes, took a deep breath, and raised her chin, "Please forgive me, Your Majesty, I just want to take this opportunity to In front of all the relatives and nobles, Xie Yu, the guilty minister, confessed the crime of deceiving the emperor and killing Zhongliang. Disturbing His Majesty's elegance, the minister's sister deserves to die, but Xie Yu's crime is so heinous, the people and gods are all angry, the minister I really dare not hide it, if I don't confess it to the imperial court and make it known to the world, I'm afraid it will attract the condemnation of the heavens, please Your Majesty's sage, Rong Chenmei will play it in detail."

"What are you talking about..." Emperor Liang said with some displeasure in confusion, "I heard that Xie Yu is already dead? I have dealt with his crimes... Li Yang, although I did not pardon him, it seems Your face is more or less lenient, and you and the children have not been implicated, what shortcomings do you have, and you want to make such a fuss on my birthday?"

"Although Xie Yu is dead, he still has a serious crime that has not been announced to the world. This crime is so heinous that both men and gods are angry. If he does not confess to the imperial court, he will be punished by the heavens. I also ask your majesty Rong Chenmei to report it in detail." With the gloomy gaze of the emperor's brother, Princess Liyang gritted her teeth, and the timidity in her chest became lighter, and her voice became clearer, "13 years ago, Xie Yu conspired with Xia Jiang to make a scholar imitate Chi Yan, the forward general. Nie Feng's handwriting, forged letters of indictment, accused Lin Shuai of treason, deceived the monarch, and finally led to a huge case. The troops were driven into a desperate situation, and the entire army was wiped out. And framing Commander Lin, this is the second crime."

"Li Yang!" Emperor Liang's old and trembling voice was mixed with anger, and he raised a trembling finger to the eldest princess.

The entire Wuying Hall exploded instantly as if a spoonful of cold water had been poured into the boiling oil.

Princess Liyang completely ignored the surrounding disturbances, and still said loudly: "Xie Yu used his body in the army to know the frontline battle situation and Chi Yan's dynamics, so he lied that Commander Lin was going to send troops to the capital. He deceived His Majesty's military talisman, He and Xia Jiang ambush Meiling, taking advantage of the exhausted bloody battle between the Chiyan Army and the invading Chongqing Army, did not announce the decree, did not surrender, did not intend to massacre Meiling, and killed [-] loyal souls in Meiling, but falsely claimed the victim afterwards Conspiring against the decree, they had to be wiped out on the spot. This is the three crimes..."

"Shut up! Shut up!" Emperor Liang finally couldn't listen anymore, his whole body was shaking like chaff, and hissed loudly. "Come here! Drag her down to me! Drag her down!"

As soon as these words came out, Meng Zhi's eyes flashed coldly, and as the forbidden army entered the palace, he himself walked from Emperor Liang's side to the palace, and he saluted and asked: "Your Majesty, please listen to what the Eldest Princess said."

Emperor Liang didn't expect that Meng Zhi, the number one expert in Daliang, whom he has always favored, would say something like this: "Meng Zhi, you, you also..."

"After the Meiling massacre, Xia Jiang and Xie Yu used the gold seal and private seal of Marshal Lin they had handed over to them to forge the correspondence, falsely accusing that King Qi was behind Chi Yan's treason, with the intention of forcing the palace to usurp the throne, causing King Qi to suffer injustice. , the whole family was destroyed, this is four crimes," Princess Liyang knew that she could not stop at this time, facing the furious Emperor Liang, with a little momentum in her chest, said without stopping, "After the injustice happened, Xie Yu and Xia Jiang relied on The military power is in power, and all channels for grievances are blocked. Anyone who has a little knowledge of the inside story and his conscience has not lost his intention to report it will be cut off one by one. Xie Yu wrote the confession in his own hand, and there is absolutely no falsehood. After reading his handwriting, the sister-in-law was inexplicably shocked and restless day and night, so I made the first report before the imperial court, and I hope that your majesty will clarify the grievances, follow the laws of heaven, and decree to retrial the case of Chi Yan, so as to calm the soul of loyalty People's hearts. If you are granted grace, even if your sister dies... you can rest in peace."

Tears rolled down the eyes of Princess Liyang, she spread her sleeves and bowed down, touching her forehead to the ground.This slowly kowtowed head was like a heavy hammer, hitting the chests of everyone in the hall.Although the words were concise and without exaggeration, the truth she confessed today is really shocking. Anyone who has a little sense of right and wrong and conscience in their hearts will more or less be aroused with some grief and indignation.

Yan Zhen closed her eyes to hold back the hot tears in her heart, she reached out to hold Xiao Jingyan's hand, and his hand held hers tightly.

In the midst of the uproar in the hall, Nihuang was the first to stand up, cupped her hands and said: "Your Majesty, back then, the Empress Dowager granted me a marriage and betrothed me to Lin Shu. Thirteen years have passed, and this agreement has not been abolished. Nihuang As the survivor of the Lin family, Huang implores His Majesty to retry the Chi Yan case."

Emperor Liang laughed back angrily: "Hehe, hum, it was because of the royal family's bestowal that I didn't get involved in Prince Mu's mansion back then. I didn't expect you, you..."

Cai Quan, the most upright Shangshu of the Ministry of Justice, said: "Your Majesty, what the eldest princess said is horrifying, and there is Xie Yu's handwriting to prove it. It is not a crazy lie. If it is not thoroughly investigated, it will not be enough to calm the hearts of the people. Your Majesty, please accept what the princess said. Zou, appoint a fair minister to re-examine the case of the eldest son of the emperor and Chi Yan from now on, to find out the truth, so as to show His Majesty's wisdom and virtue!"

As soon as he finished speaking, Zhongshu Ling Liu Cheng, Cheng Gelao, Shen Zhui and others all came out one after another, and they all said loudly: "Cai Shangshu's words are very true, and I seconded my opinion!" Everyone was a little excited at this moment , These are all important courtiers. As soon as they stood up, a large number of them immediately followed. Even King Ji, who had always been idle, slowly got up, his eyes were slightly red, and he said: "I think the courtiers are so invited. It is reasonable, please allow Your Majesty."

"You...even you..." Emperor Liang's slack cheeks trembled, he coughed several times, his whole body couldn't sit still, he leaned over the imperial case, and knocked a cup of fragrant tea onto the ground. He said, "What are you guys? Are you forcing me? Xie Yuren is already dead, and you still say that she is not guilty. It's just a handwritten letter. It's hard to tell whether it's true or not. Just relying on her nonsense, you want to make me feel guilty." Do you want to retry the old case from more than ten years ago?"

Yan Zhen looked at the late Emperor Liang with a look of betrayal, perhaps her heart had already hardened, facing such a lonely and helpless Emperor Liang, her heart did not feel any disturbance.

Duke Yun, who had been silent all this time, slowly stood up. He has entered an octogenarian age, but he still walks vigorously. His seniority is the elders of Emperor Ji of Liang and others. He has always enjoyed a high prestige because of his outstanding military exploits. .

His straight body bowed to Emperor Liang, and all that was left in the bustling hall was the sonorous and powerful voice of the old man: "Your Majesty, since there are grievances that should be tried, what does this have to do with time? The wronged person is His Majesty's eldest son, and they are connected by blood. Lin Xie was His Majesty's companion when he was young, and he helped His Majesty ascend the throne. He and His Majesty have the righteousness of a monarch and a minister, and a brotherly relationship. case."

"Your Majesty, what Duke Yun said is very true." Cai Quan took a step forward and raised his head, "The truth of this matter is not only about what crime Xie Yu deserves, but more importantly, it is to convince the world of the imperial court's handling. Injustice or not After checking, we will know that if it is wiped out, there will be a lot of discussions, the people will be divorced, and the soldiers will be worried and chilled. The Red Flame Case!"

"Secretary! Second!" Mu Qing almost waved his hands, "Such a strange injustice through the ages, who in the palace dares to feel the conscience and say that you can just listen to it and pretend you didn't hear it, and don't investigate or ask? Of course, the case will be retried if it is wrong. , this is the simplest truth! Your Majesty!"

"Presumptuous!" Emperor Liang was so angry that his beard and hair spouted, his teeth chattering, "Roaring to the Golden Palace, Mu Qing, are you going to rebel?!"

"My minister also agrees," Yan Hou interjected coldly, "The Eldest Princess made the first report in public, the past is clear, the facts are clear, and there is nothing absurd. According to the situation and the law, everything should be allowed. File the case for retrial. I really don't know why your majesty is hesitant?"

Yan Zhen looked at the knife-like light in her father's eyes, pursed her lips and looked at Xiao Jingyan who had been silent for a long time, and he happened to be looking at her too, she showed a calm smile and nodded to him.

Yan Hou's words pierced Emperor Liang's heart like a knife, and all the ministers agreed in unison, which made him roar angrily: "You are all clan relatives, clan relatives. Who is it? Who told you to do this to me? Me? Who told you to treat me like this?"

At this moment, His Royal Highness the Crown Prince, who had been watching coldly and silently, finally stood up in front of everyone's eyes, and his body wrapped in the dragon embroidered robe slightly tilted towards the old emperor, showing his weakness and old age. Show a dazzling majesty and strength.

Emperor Liang murmured, "Jingyan..."

Xiao Jingyan ignored the sound, or maybe he didn't hear it, and went down to help the long-kneeling Princess Liyang and the elderly Duke Yun.

All the ministers stood up following Princess Liyang and Duke Yun, and looked at Xiao Jingyan with burning eyes.

Facing Emperor Liang, he saluted calmly: "My son and minister agree."

Just four simple words like this, but with the energy of thunderbolt and lightning, it landed with a sound, instantly crushing Emperor Liang's last defense and persistence.

"I hope His Majesty will grant you permission to retry the case of Chi Yan."

I don't know if he was intentional or not, but he didn't call Emperor Liang Father.

At this time, Emperor Liang finally understood who planned all this.

Because he understands his son's feelings for King Qi and Lin, when he was at an absolute disadvantage, he would argue vigorously regardless of gains and losses, but now that conclusive evidence has emerged, Xiao Jingyan is of course unwilling to let it go.

Emperor Liang tore off his outer robe, hoping to hold down Xiao Jingyan's momentum: "You, you."

He staggered down the dragon chair and pointed at Xiao Jingyan with trembling fingers: "I should have known earlier. It must be you. Hahaha..."

He turned his head to look at Concubine Jing with tears in her eyes, but she still had that honor and calm look: "Heh, hahaha..."

He stared fiercely at Xiao Jingyan: "According to Li Yang's complaint, the masterminds are none other than Xia Jiang and Xie Yu. Since they have been punished, why do you insist on a new trial?"

Xiao Jingyan replied forcefully: "This case is about the truth and innocence, not just to convict two people."

Emperor Liang's heart skipped a beat, and he asked gloomyly, "Then who do you want to convict?"