Chapter 1037 Preemptive Strike (3)
"Forget it, it's all for the sake of official business. I don't care about that much with you."
Emperor Chengde obviously had a different kind of conspiracy in his heart. His previous black face had long disappeared. Not only did he scold all the ministers for their impolite mistakes, but he instead waved his hands tolerantly and comforted everyone.
"Your Majesty's wise!"
The contrast between Emperor Chengde's performance before and after was too great. All the officials were unable to react for a while. They couldn't understand what the medicine was selling in Emperor Chengde's gourd, but they could only doubt themselves, but they could never hesitate to praise them, so they could only shout and shout according to the court rules.
"Fourth brother."
Emperor Chengde was obviously very satisfied with the attitude of all the ministers. A layer of blush appeared on his old face. However, he did not bother with the previous disputes, but instead turned his eyes to the Fourth Master, and named him very warmly.
"My brother is here."
The Fourth Master is an extremely smart person. As soon as he touched Emperor Chengde's ambiguous gaze, he immediately became enlightened. He quickly became concerned about it, but his face was still calm. But when he saw him snatching a few big steps, he snatched out of the queue and bowed to Emperor Chengde, and he quickly agreed to the promise.
"There were many officials who had argued fiercely before, and there were many controversies about Hongli's mission in Jiangnan. As his father, what should I say, huh?"
Although the Fourth Master had already stood up, Emperor Chengde did not rush to speak out. Instead, he looked at him again, and then he said with a whisper.
"According to Your Majesty's words, according to the court rules, I must avoid this matter, and I really dare not speak out."
After hearing Emperor Chengde's question, the Fourth Master did not dare to neglect it, but when he saw him bent down again, he replied humbly.
"It's okay, the fourth brother has always dealt with it fairly and selflessly. I know this point, so I don't have to be humble. If you have any questions, just say it bluntly, and I will make the decision for you."
Emperor Chengde waved his hand heroically and comforted the Fourth Master generously.
"Thank you for your kindness. I think all the words of the masters are reasonable. It is difficult to explain clearly by saying it. In the end, you still have to check the truth and falsehood."
The more generous Emperor Chengde was, the more humble the Fourth Master was. He did not justify Hongli, but explained it with a heart-warming explanation, as if he was really a selfless person.
"Well, what the fourth brother said is very much, and I also think so, but the candidate for the case trial must be careful. I wonder if the fourth brother has any opinion on this?"
The more humble the Fourth Master was, the stronger the appreciation on Emperor Chengde's face was. However, seeing that he nodded with praise, he took advantage of the situation and handed over the right to recommend the case to the Fourth Master.
“Buzz…”
As soon as Emperor Chengde said this, the ministers were in an uproar. No one knew that the Fourth Master and his son were one. Isn’t it obvious that he was favored? This means that Emperor Chengde was going to have a head-on encounter with Hongqing. The situation was so serious that the freedom of the ministers could not be feared.
"Your Majesty clearly understands that I think this case is of great importance and the case is complicated and cannot be done by those who have great abilities. According to my experience, only Prince Ren can do it!"
The Fourth Master ignored the uproar of all the court officials, and without hesitation, recommended Hongqing.
"Oh? The fourth brother is serious. Don't forget that Qing'er had just impeached Hongli before, so why don't you worry?"
When the Fourth Master recommended Hong Qing, a trace of pride was immediately flashed through Emperor Chengde's eyes, but what he showed was full of surprise and confusion.
"When you say to your Majesty, you are asking who is competent. I am just answering it based on facts. As for the rest, it is not within my consideration."
The Fourth Master took the initiative to promote the virtuous and not avoid relatives and enemies, and explained slowly.
"Well, it's well said, the fourth brother really has the legacy of Qi Huangyang. Good, very good, I also think so, Qing'er!"
As soon as the Fourth Master explained this, Emperor Chengde immediately slapped the table and shouted. The cooperation between the king and the minister was extremely tacit understanding.
"My son is here!"
As early as Emperor Chengde called the fourth master's name, Hongqing had already guessed the true intention of Emperor Chengde. However, he did not care about it and did not rush to react. He just listened quietly until Emperor Chengde called the name, and then he stepped out of the line and responded quietly.
"It seems possible that your fourth uncle recommends Yu You. With Qing'er's ability, he will surely succeed when he leaves. And that's what he decided. I will give you the will."
Emperor Chengde did not give Hongqing a chance to refuse, and issued an order in an indiscriminate tone.
"The emperor's kindness is so kind that the son-in-law is in his heart. However, the son-in-law cannot do this. I would like to ask the emperor to take back his life!"
The fundamental purpose of Emperor Chengde's case in Jiangnan was to transfer Hongqing from the capital. Hongqing had already guessed this, so how could he be fooled by him? As soon as Emperor Chengde finished speaking, Hongqing had already said without hesitation.
"Um?"
When Emperor Chengde immediately raised his eyebrows, he glared at Hongqing coldly and hummed from his nose with displeasure.
"The Emperor Ama Mingjian has its own rules. Although the Fourth Uncle can not avoid suspicion, the son minister cannot destroy the court's principles because of this. According to the law of the Qing Dynasty, those who first impeach the case shall not be punished. This is an iron rule. As a military minister, how can I violate it knowingly? This is absolutely impossible. Therefore, the son minister insists on requesting the left censor Tao as the presiding person, and begs Emperor Amahn to approve it!"
The reason why Hongqing took the initiative was to prevent Emperor Chengde. Now he made a very sufficient statement of the reason, and just one sentence blocked Emperor Chengde's tricks.
"Your Majesty, I think that Prince Ren said the truth. This case should be tried by Lord Tao. I beg your Majesty to approve it!"
"Your Majesty, I think that the court rules are iron laws, so how can I easily move it? Prince Yong's proposal is absolutely impossible!"
"Your Majesty, I still propose that Lord Tao be the first to try this case!"
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After Hongqing said this, Shen He and others naturally would not sit idly by. They immediately stepped out of the line and all agreed loudly.
"You wait, you wait..."
Emperor Chengde finally thought of taking advantage of the situation, but he didn't expect that Hongqing was overturned on the spot when he used it just now. He couldn't help but feel so angry that his nose was crooked. However, in this occasion, he could not lose his temper. He was at a loss and didn't know what to say for a moment.
"Emperor Ahma, I still have the same opinion. Lord Tao is too kind to the elder brother, and it may be unfavorable for the trial of the case. Therefore, I recommended Lord Hai, the Minister of Justice, to be the chief trialist, and I am willing to ask Emperor Ahmaen to approve it!"
Seeing that the court was in danger of losing control, the third prince couldn't sit still. It wasn't that he had any special feelings for Hongli, but he just didn't want Hongqing to succeed. After all, he wanted to take the lead, and his biggest enemy was Hongqing. As for the ambitions of the Fourth Master, although the third prince knew the ambitions of the Fourth Master, he didn't take it seriously. In his opinion, he had to overturn Hongqing first and then deal with the Fourth Master and his son. Before he could achieve this goal, the Fourth Master's power could not be greatly damaged. It was due to this consideration that the Third Prince quickly stepped forward and proposed loudly.
"Emperor, I think the third brother is saying so much, I agree!"
"Emperor Ahma, my son also agrees!"
"Your Majesty, I will discuss it!"
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As the third prince stood out, the second prince and others couldn't hold on anymore, and they jumped out to support each other. Soon, the princes' confidants also started to move together, and the situation in the square once again evolved into a sharp confrontation situation.
"Haitao!"
With the interruption of the third prince and others, Emperor Chengde has recovered some of his energy and spirit, but it is only a little bit. This is nothing more. For Emperor Chengde, if he cannot transfer Hongqing out of the capital, it means that all his efforts earlier have fallen into the empty space, and it will be difficult to make plans in the future. Obviously, in this situation, if Emperor Chengde wants to take back the imperial power, he doesn't know when he will go. If Emperor Chengde wants to regain his imperial power, he will not be able to lose his freedom. He is just lost and lost. The aftermath must be done. If this case falls into Hongqing's hands, he might cause trouble. With this thought, Emperor Chengde has to upset his spirit and silence the name of the Minister of Justice Haitao.
"I'm here!"
At this moment, Emperor Chengde named him. Haitao was actually very tired. No one else. Since the Fourth Master arrived at the Ministry of Justice, Haitao's life has not been very good. It's not that the Fourth Master has oppressed him. On the contrary, the Fourth Master attaches great importance to him, and has used many tricks to win over him in private. Haitao is not grateful for this. The reason is very simple. He doesn't want to get on the Fourth Master's ship. In fact, he doesn't want to get on the No. 1 boat. In fact, he doesn't want to get on the No. 1 boat. At least before seeing the situation clearly, Haitao did not intend to blindly stand on the sidelines, but now that the third prince recommended this and was named by Emperor Chengde, Haitao was afraid that he would jump into the Yellow River and could not clear it. When he thought of Hong Qing's ruthlessness against the enemy, it would be strange that Haitao's mood could get better. But no matter what he felt in his heart, at the time when Emperor Chengde named, even if he was reluctant, he could only stand up helplessly.
"I have always heard that you, Haitao, have a good case, and you will solve all the cases that you have made. It is actually the pillar of the Qing Dynasty. Now, all the ministers and workers recommend you to you, and I also have great expectations. Can you handle this case for me?"
Chapter completed!