Zheng Xia died, and only had a leader. Next, there were more officials, and at a higher level, facing severe punishment from the court... The scale was so large that it definitely set a record. Not to mention that it was unprecedented since the founding of the Song Dynasty, even the Qin, Han, Sui and Tang Dynasties might not have such a big deal!

First of all, Liu Han, as the initiator of Donglin, participated in conspiracy many times and colluded with Japanese pirates. His crimes were so great that he was too numerous to write about. He was sentenced to be beheaded for three days in half. Although he did not have much idea about the other prime minister Wang Gui, he knew about the Cao Gang's rebellion, and even agreed.

He knew that he did not show any evidence and tried to help the criminals to be compatible. He was unforgivable. His treatment was a little better... He got the rope, dagger, Bai Lingzi... the legendary three treasures for death!

The Sanzhi Gong Wang Gui cried so hard that he was so miserable... In the first half of the night, people kept sending all kinds of delicacies. If they couldn't eat, they would vomit out in their throats and then continue to eat. In the last meal, they would never stop until they had enough money!

In the second half of the night, he sat blankly, crying and laughing. Thinking about the years of experience, Wang Gui really wanted to cry. He lay at the door of the prison and shouted over and over again.

"Sage, Prince, give me a way out. I don't want to be an official anymore. Let me study books and history... Qinglan Ancient Buddha, just one volume of scriptures... Otherwise, I will also give me the fields, 10 acres of thin fields, plant and eat by myself..."

He kept begging, becoming more and more humble, but he received no response.

Wang Ning'an was determined to abdicate in a year, so he would not give these old guys another chance. He would clean up if he should, and would never be lenient. In this way, Wang Gui dragged it until almost dawn. The prison head dared not wait any longer, so he could only hold him down and pour crane red into his mouth...

In addition to these two, the former Minister of Personnel, Lu Gongzhu, used public services for private purposes, colluded with treacherous parties, framed loyal ministers, and protected their private individuals several times. He did not have the style that the court officials should have, and ordered his family to commit suicide.

Sun Gu, the Minister of Rites, colluded with the demons of Donglin, colluded with the top and bottom, formed cliques for personal gain, and what he did was outrageous and he was killed immediately!

On the surface, Lu Gongzhu's crimes were even greater, but why did Sun Gu get more tragic?

This involves Sun Gu who once contacted the harem and hoped that Empress Dowager Cao would come forward and dissuade Zhao Shu. As the emperor, the most difficult thing to forgive is to instigate family affection!

Originally, Zhao Shu and Empress Dowager Cao might not have had a quarrel to this extent. They just wave after wave of ministers hoped to use Empress Dowager Cao to restrain the emperor, causing disagreement among the Tian family. Zhao Shu spread all his resentment on Sun Gu and sent it directly to the guillotine.

The four important officials were killed, and there was no good ending next.

Qian Yan, Qian Xuan, and many core children of the Qian family were all sentenced to death. Qian Xuan was pulled out and cut into pieces. Qian Yan was cut in half. The first family in the southeast collapsed.

The other Liu family, Wang family, Li family, etc. are similar, and all the core children are executed.

In addition, there were more than 300 officials who colluded with the aristocratic family of Cao Gang, represented by Sun Changling, Song Minqiu and others, and were all demoted to the Ministry of Justice for prosecution.

After one after another, everyone was shocked and shuddered. The former high-ranking officials and wealthy families all collapsed and fell from heaven to hell.

Every decree has countless families destroyed, and their wives and children separated. Every word is a murderous knife with sharpness. From top to bottom, everyone has learned what power is and what the emperor is angry!

At this point, no one dared to underestimate Zhao Shu, let alone bully him as a child. After establishing his authority, Zhao Shu seemed very excited, but he soon discovered another problem. Perhaps the effect of establishing his authority was too good. Except for a very small number of people, other ministers in the court became reluctant and did not dare to do things. When encountering big and small things, they tried to push them to the emperor as much as possible, fearing that they would take responsibility and arouse the emperor's anger.

Zhao Shu was so amused and helpless that he worked hard for a few days and felt his head getting bigger. Sure enough, his father was so exhausted back then.

He had to find a helper. At no time, Zhao Shu issued an order to ask Wang Ning'an to return to Beijing as soon as possible, preside over the political affairs hall, and be responsible for all matters.

At the same time, Zhao Shu also issued an order to ask Wang Anshi to return to Beijing.

However, Wang Anshi was full of resentment because he lost his food and was supervising the troops to attack the thieves in Poyang Lake. He still had to continue allocating food to meet the needs of the Southeast, but he really couldn't get rid of it.

In this way, Wen Yanbo luckily got the opportunity to be transferred back to the capital.

This time I went south, Xianggong Wen had already earned enough points.

He took down Wang Gui, provided help in the investigation of the entire case, and also managed the scholarship, selected talents, and rectified the officialdom. Lao Wen did a good job in these things.

Some newspapers even rank Wen Yanbo and the Two Wangs as "Three Sages" or "Three Restoration Ministers". Among them, the old Wen has the most experienced qualifications and even surpassed Wang Anshi.

When Wen Yanbo came, he was unwilling to do so, but when he went back, he had a basket full of harvests. He couldn't help but smile, danced with eyebrows and flew happily.

While resting, Wen Yanbo directly found Wang Ning'an.

"Erlang, this time Your Majesty transferred us back to Beijing, so we naturally asked us to rectify the court. What does Erlang have? I will definitely support you. Xiao Gui and Cao Sui will not be vague."

Wang Ning'an snorted softly, "I said Brother Kuanfu, are you so sure that you can take over my position as Prime Minister?"

Wen Yanbo hurriedly waved his hand, "I regard fame and fortune as clouds, money as dirt, but just focus on the country... Erlang, we have worked together many times, haven't you seen clearly what I am?"

Wang Ning'an really wants to vomit. You are here to disgust me!

"Brother Kuanfu, I would like to advise you, you are quite old, so be careful. After all, there is still one year left. If you bounce your waist and fall your legs, it will be bad... Do you think so?"

Wen Yanbo smiled hoarsely, "Erlang, what you said can only prove that you are guilty and afraid... In fact, you shouldn't think of me like this. I am definitely not a conservative person. If I could take charge of the government, I would definitely be enterprising and make drastic moves. In my hands, the Song Dynasty will definitely be refreshed... When I was young, I set ambitions to help the king and assist the country and revive the country... My life is getting closer and closer to my goal, and I am really ten years younger... Please don't worry, I will take care of myself. But you are not old and have such a heavy mind, and you are extremely smart and have no life!"

After Lao Wen finished speaking, he patted his butt with a smug look and left with a smile.

After he left, Wang Ning'an shook off the depression he had just now and showed a gloomy smile.

The surname is Wen, do you think I will be able to eat, right?

Let’s dream, as long as I’m here, even if I’m not the Prime Minister, I can still keep you out of the Political Affairs Hall. Please wait and see!

Less gossip, the two husbands returned to Beijing and were welcomed by all officials, and they were extremely grand.

Zhao Shu issued another order, Wang Ning'an was promoted to King Yan, and was appointed as the Grand Tutor, the Grand Secretary of the Central Secretariat, the Grand Secretary of Zhaowenguan, and was in charge of the government affairs... This series of appointments scared many people.

Not only did he become a real prime minister from a two-character king to a one-character king, he also became a real prime minister, holding great power, even the founding prime minister Zhao Pu did not have this majesty.

Of course, Wang Ning'an wrote a letter to resign, but Zhao Shu insisted on not following it. Moreover, Zhao Shu also said that the previous title of King Ning'an as King of Xiliang was to reward him for his achievements in expanding territory. Now that the Western Xia has been destroyed, the reform has achieved remarkable results. The great Song Dynasty is powerful, and Wang Ning'an has made great contributions. This time the reward is well deserved and there is no need to refuse.

Just when others were still confused, Wen Yanbo took the initiative to write a letter. He praised Wang Ning'an's actions and was a model for ministers. He taught the saints, opened up the saints, refreshed the government affairs, eradicated the shortcomings, and made great achievements in history. If the court rewards and punishments are unfair, it will only cause the hearts of all the people in the court.

Lao Wen's actions are simply unparalleled, as if anyone dares to say that Wang Ning'an is not qualified, he can jump out and fight to the death!

"Old Chen, can you tell me what Wen Kuanfu wants to do this?"

Chen Shunzhi smiled and said, "It's not what he thought before. He asked the prince to owe him favors to hold him hostage, so that he can get on the throne smoothly."

Of course Wang Ning'an could think of it, but he didn't believe that Wen Yanbo would think that relying on favors could restrain him, and this thing was worthless!

"Prince, it may not be the case. I guess Wen Kuanfu just wants you not to object. He should be able to settle the rest of the people!"

"I don't think so!" Wang Ning'an chuckled, "If you don't talk about others, just trying to force your husband, he can't restrain him!"

Chen Shunzhi shook his head, "Prince, there is something I just heard of."

"What's the matter?"

"Just three months ago, Wen Kuanfu once gave His Majesty a secret memorial." Chen Shunzhi leaned over and said, "In the memorial, Lao Wen assured His Majesty that Hetao could provide 2 million stones of grain this year, so the 10 million stone of southeast grain this year can be reduced to 8 million stones!"

Chen Shunzhi said again: "This matter was done by Wen Yanbo in secret. Obviously, he wanted to take advantage of the shortage of food in the southeast to show his kindness to the prince!"

"Hmph! He underestimated me!" Wang Ning'an said angrily: "No matter how hard he tosses, I will not be grateful to him!"

"But Wang Jiefu meets!"

Chen Shun's words awakened Wang Ning'an.

"I see!"

Wang Ning'an was so angry that he slapped his thigh, "Grandma, I just wanted her husband to lose food. Lao Wen was helping him in time at this time. He couldn't help her husband if he didn't get caught!"

Chen Shunzhi nodded, "Prince, to be honest, Wen Kuanfu is no weaker than the prince!"

"You are so proud of me. When it comes to methods, I can't compare to Wen Yanbo!" Wang Ning'an said the truth. If he had not had a thousand years of knowledge, Wen Yanbo would have been defeated by him in seconds!

"We must suppress this old man and not let him continue to make trouble!" Wang Ning'an walked back and forth with his hands behind his back. After walking for about a quarter of an hour, he suddenly burst into laughter, "Old Chen, we might as well use Wen Yanbo's tricks to deal with Wen Yanbo. What do you think?"

"What does the prince mean?"

"I'll ask him for credit and I'll also be named Wen Kuanfu as a prince!" Wang Ning'an smiled as if possessed by a fox.
Chapter completed!