Bright Spring

After all, everyone is on duty in the same Yamen.Hu Guang's reputation in the officialdom is criticized, but he is still humble and has no major problems in handling affairs; Gao Xianning is also a relatively easy-going person.

Hu Guang said as he walked: "This matter must not be the intention of the Holy One, the Holy One has been greatly wronged!"

Gao Xianning said solemnly: "Does this need to be said? Even Xin Chenghou has explained it clearly, who of us still doesn't believe it?"

"Of course." Hu Guang nodded hurriedly, "Tonight, the Holy Majesty treats his ministers with sincerity and heart-to-heart, which is really touching."

Gao Xianning said calmly: "Your Majesty, Ming Jun deserves it all! Gao came out to serve as an official to assist the Son of Heaven, and now he is willing. The Majesty is still not in the slightest when he encounters such a huge injustice, and he quickly made a wise decision , It’s really beyond what anyone can do!”

Both Qian Xun and Hu Guang nodded in thought.

Gao Xianning said again: "The sudden death of the deposed prince, the people of the world must suspect that this matter is related to the Holy Majesty, there is no way to do it! But what happened last night is hundreds of miles away, and the Holy Majesty summoned a group of ministers tonight To be honest, at least the ministers should believe in the Holy Majesty.

Then those who are knowledgeable will almost believe it too!

Xin Chenghou was right, the timing was inappropriate and the method was too clumsy, it didn't look like a premeditated order from the palace.And as the Holy Majesty said, if this matter is related to the palace, there must be someone in the Jinyiwei and the Supervisor of Ceremonies who knows; the Holy Majesty can speak the words of heaven as a lesson, if it is false, how to face those who know?

The sage is the son of heaven, how can he easily swear by the sky?It is a serious crime to abolish the prince, the Holy Majesty does not need to do this.

However, the Holy Majesty did not cover up the matter in front of the ministers, and quickly responded in this way, which won the trust and understanding of many ministers of martial arts and people who are well-read!In a situation where there is no way to do anything, the Holy Majesty is extremely admirable to be able to do this! "

Hu Guang suddenly said: "No wonder the Holy One mentioned last night, and specifically pointed out that it was April 26."

Gao Xianning nodded and said: "Exactly. There were not just one or two witnesses to what happened last night, and the date cannot be faked."

Qian Xun still frowned and said: "What Gao Siqing said is very true, but anyone with knowledge can understand the truth. But those common people in the market, how can they care about so many truths?"

"So what? The officials and scholars all believe it, isn't that enough?" Gao Xianning said coldly, "The sage said, the people can let them know, but they can't let them know."

After hearing this, the two echoed one after another: "Your Majesty is truly wise!"

Gao Xianning said in a low voice again: "As long as you are not a fool, you can figure it out, the abolished prince who murdered his father and tried to seek the king has no strength after a complete defeat; why is it so difficult to save his life at this time?

If the Holy Majesty really wants his life, he must be imprisoned for at least a few years, and then he died of an illness; why did he do it so ugly? !Now, it is difficult for ministers and relatives to doubt the Holy Spirit anymore; on the contrary, it is more convincing than the argument that the abolished prince died of illness and sudden death. "

Qian Xun stood on the left side of Gao Xianning, and whispered in a very low voice: "So, if it weren't for this incident, it seems that no one dared to easily kill and abolish the prince, which is more or less a hidden danger."

Gao Xianning did not deny it.He glanced at Hu Guang who was walking on the right, wondering if Hu Guang heard what he said just now.Although Hu Guang is considered an outsider, who would admit what a few people said in private?

A group of people walked out of Xi'an Gate, said goodbye to each other, and went home first by carriage.It's getting late, and the doors are closed everywhere, and things can only be done early tomorrow morning.

Gao Xianning was sitting in the carriage, recalling the sudden incident tonight, the more he thought about it, the more he admired Zhu Gaoxu.He thought to himself: The Holy Majesty's response is wonderful!

At this moment, a servant's voice suddenly came from outside: "Who is your Excellency? What are you doing?"

A voice said: "It's me, looking for your master."

Gao Xianning recognized the voice of Jin Yiwei's commander Zhang Sheng!He immediately opened the curtain of the car, and saw a man wearing a bamboo hat with his hands folded on his chest, sitting on the back of a horse.

"Ask this good man to get in the car and talk." Gao Xianning said.

Zhang Sheng cupped his fists and bowed, got off his horse, threw the reins to one of Gao Xianning's servants, then walked to the back of the carriage and climbed up.Gao Xianning immediately patted the carriage, and ordered: "Go."

"What's the matter with Le Zhihou?" Gao Xianning asked directly.The commander of Jin Yiwei met alone on the road in the middle of the night, it couldn't be just a trivial matter!

Zhang Sheng said in a deep voice: "Wu Zhong mentioned in the report was originally a confidant eunuch of Emperor Jian, and probably has a lot to do with Empress Ma of Jian."

Gao Xianning pondered for a moment, then his face changed: "What?"

The two looked at each other, and their expressions became serious.Gao Xianning asked: "Does His Majesty know about this relationship?"

Zhang Sheng frowned and said, "I'm afraid I know better than this!"

The deep voice was like a kite that suddenly broke its string, and it disappeared all at once.The only sound left was the panting of the horses and the turning noise of the wheels.The two of them just exchanged a few words, as if the topic was dead and could not continue.

After a long while, Gao Xianning asked, "Is it the Holy Majesty's order for Le Zhihou to come to see me?"

Zhang Sheng shook his head and said: "I went out of the palace with all the ministers, and I have not seen the Holy Master or the palace people again. It is only because of this matter that I have a lot to do with it, and I am afraid that Gao Siqing may not understand some old things, so I decided to inform Gao Siqing."

"How are Dali Temple, the Ministry of Criminal Justice, and the Jinyiwei still investigating?" Gao Xianning was stunned.

Zhang Sheng was silent.He probably didn't know what to do.

Gao Xianning's cheeks twitched: "This matter is more difficult than I thought!"

He continued to murmur: "Eight people were burnt to death last night. In addition to the six members of the abolished prince's family, there are two other people. The sergeant who put out the fire made it clear, what happened to the eunuch Wu Zhong? If this case needs to be investigated, the eunuch must be investigated." Wu Zhong! Once Wu Zhong is investigated, it is very likely that Ma Shi will be involved; and the Holy Majesty has said to others that Ma Shi is gracious! The matter will involve the Madam Ma again."

Zhang Sheng said in a low voice: "I have also thought of this. As long as Mrs. Ma is involved, no matter whether she is convicted or not, she has something to do with the Holy Majesty."

Gao Xianning sighed, and quickly calmed down again: "Since the Holy Majesty knows about it, he must have thought about it. You and I can't decide this matter, just wait for the Holy Majesty's instructions."

After hearing this, Zhang Sheng nodded and said, "That's fine. After all, we're only leaving tomorrow, and the journey will take some time. There's still time."

Gao Xianning frowned and murmured: "How does the Holy One think?"

Zhang Sheng said: "I don't know either."

Zhu Gaoxu had no intention of going to bed at all.After he left the Hall of Martial Arts, he went to the Hall of Rouyi near the north; he sat behind his huge and abruptly placed desk.

The time is almost three, but tonight is destined to be a long and difficult night.

At this moment, Wang Gui walked in with a bow, carefully standing aside, not daring to say anything.

Zhu Gaoxu raised his head and glanced at him, knowing that he was a little scared, so he took the initiative to say: "Zhang Fu is still good. Although he was against me as General Pinghan, he helped me a lot after the Huguang battle; Helped me. I should remember his favor."

Wang Gui choked up and said: "The emperor treats people clearly, generously and kindly, and sincerely seeks long-term happiness for the people; but the world often misunderstands the emperor! The slaves see it in their eyes, and it hurts in their hearts."

Zhu Gaoxu frowned and said: "Stop! Are you still crying? This matter is not so serious. Even if people in the world believe that I did it, so what? Gao Chi has confirmed that it is related to the death of the father, killing his father and seeking the king It’s a big treason; even if I kill him, I’m still revenge for my father! If I can turn the world upside down, will my father be older or my elder brother will be older? At worst, my reputation will be worse, and the world will say that I’m ruthless, and my reputation is not good anyway!”

Wang Guidao: "The emperor is a Ming emperor, he should not bear such a reputation."

Zhu Gaoxu suddenly cried and laughed, and he pondered: "The imperial power in my hands is supreme. Sitting in this position, should I be worthy of my responsibility, or should I be worthy of face? I have thought about this issue before."

After he finished speaking, he sighed and said, "It's just a little lonely."

In the spacious hall, Zhu Gaoxu was accompanied only by an eunuch.Although he shunned all the servants and maidservants, suddenly, when he saw the spacious and empty palace room, he really felt deserted.

Wang Gui said with red eyes: "The servants are able to serve the emperor in this life, it is really the blessing of the ninth generation, the emperor said in the Hall of Martial Arts tonight, will the ministers believe it?"

"Yes." Zhu Gaoxu nodded and said, "There are gods standing three feet above your head. People in the Ming Dynasty should believe in this more than people in later generations. I am the emperor, if it is a lie, why should I say it for that sake? "

He said again: "Zhang Fu is the son of Rong Guogong Zhang Yu, and he is also a shameless person."

Wang Gui was taken aback for a moment.

Zhu Gaoxu took a look at Wang Gui: "Zhang Fu thought about it for a long time. He not only believed me, but also believed that everyone believed it; so he dared to say those words after careful consideration! Otherwise, what would the courtiers and the people of the world think of him?" , have no moral integrity, ruthlessness?"

Wang Gui whispered: "But Wu Zhong is someone close to Jian, maybe he has something to do with Mrs. Ma."