Crossing Wu Dalang starts from selling cakes

Chapter 407 Zhang Lingduo!
In the court, Duke Wei still has some relationship.

At this moment, I heard that Wei Guogong had an accident, and Wu Zhi's new law still shook the interests of scholar-officials, so many people still stood up to speak for Wei Guogong.

One of the courtiers said: "Your Majesty, King Yan broke into Duke Wei's mansion at will, arrested Duke Wei, and even ransacked his house. Duke Wei is a man with a hereditary title in the Song Dynasty. King Yan acted like this , is too overbearing."

"This minister thinks that this matter should be thoroughly investigated and decided later. Wei Guogong needs to wait for His Majesty's consent before arresting him, and King Yan made good claims without His Majesty's approval. This is not taking His Majesty seriously! "

The person who spoke was an older veteran, quite prestigious.The name is Zhang Lingduo.

He is a veteran of the previous generation.

Song Huizong also thought in his heart when he first heard the words.

Although what they said made sense, Wu Zhi had made so many contributions to Da Song. According to the news, he didn't think Wu Zhi did anything wrong in these things.

If they really colluded with the Jurchen people and made money for the country during the disaster, they must be severely punished.

Song Huizong said: "The king of Yan has always acted like this. These criminals have violated the laws of the Song Dynasty. This time, the king of Yan is also preventing them from escaping. If there is something wrong, it will not be too late to investigate it!"

The atmosphere was a little quiet.

Some courtiers talked about King Yan, but Song Huizong mentioned Wu Zhi's contribution. He relied more on Wu Zhi and also supported Wu Zhi.

So there's a bit of a tendency to argue.

However, the veteran Zhang Lingduo did not expect His Majesty to punish Wu Zhi, he just wanted to get back the right to interrogate, so as to keep Wei Guogong.

The reason why he defended Wei Guogong was not only because he opposed the new law, but also because he had a relatively good relationship with Wei Guogong's parents.

At this time, another old minister beside him, Gao Huaide, also said: "Your Majesty, the King of Yan acted recklessly. He has not thoroughly investigated and even tried to kill someone. I feel that this matter involves Duke Wei. It is a serious matter and should be handed over to Kaifeng." The government is here for interrogation!"

These two old ministers are maintaining Wei Guogong.

Want to save this person.

He also wanted to win the right to interrogate from Wu Zhi, as long as Wei Guogong was snatched from their people for interrogation, it would be done.

Guilty or not is not important, what matters is who handles the case.

It was they who handled it, so naturally there are a hundred ways to get rid of Duke Wei's charges.

At that time, Duke Wei can be rescued.

However, Song Huizong said: "This matter has always been handled by the King of Yan, and it is my intention that he go to relieve the disaster. Furthermore, Duke Wei lives in the boundary of Yanyun and is managed by King Yan, although he has a duke in the Song Dynasty. However, if something goes wrong, it will naturally be handed over to King Yan for interrogation. After all, it is a special period, and snowstorms are flooding! It is not a good idea to go halfway to Kaifeng Mansion!"

Zhang Lingduo said at this moment: "Your Majesty, even though that is the case, Duke Wei is the descendant of the founding father of the Song Dynasty after all. He was handed over to King Yan for interrogation so easily. In case he kills people in a daze. I am here to tell Your Majesty. It's too late."

"Wei Chen believes that even if Duke Wei commits a crime, His Majesty must decide the final outcome. You can't let King Yan handle such a big matter alone!"

"In case King Yan bends the law for personal gain and wrongs a good man..."

At this moment, Zeng Bu interrupted him: "The king of Yan has worked hard for the Song Dynasty and made many contributions. This time, Duke Wei hoarded grain, raised prices, and even colluded with the Jurchens. Wang personally reviewed the news. What does Mr. Zhang mean by this?"

"Your Majesty believes in King Yan, Lord Zhang doesn't believe that it is Lord Zhang's business, I think that King Yan is upright, and he has never had any grievances with Duke Wei, so it would be absurd to wrong Duke Wei!"

Zeng Bu: "Master Zhang seems to have a very good relationship with Duke Wei, maybe he wants to protect Duke Wei?
Mr. Zhang, this person committed the crime of collaborating with the enemy and treason. If you cover it up like this, could it be that you are also an accomplice?Collaboration with the enemy and treason? "

Zhang Lingduo's face was ugly: "Mr. Zeng, I'm just telling the truth. You must be cautious about this matter. After all, Duke Wei is not an ordinary person."

Zeng Bu: "According to Mr. Zhang, if it's an ordinary person, it's fine if there is a grievance? The Duke of Wei has a title, so even if he has the evidence, he needs to be re-examined to give him a chance, right? ?”

"You!" Zhang Lingduo was anxious.

Gao Huaide also came out and said: "The Duke of Wei's matter should be handled by His Majesty. That's what I mean. Prime Minister Zeng, don't be fooled! Only Your Majesty can deal with people with titles, not the King of Yan!"

Zeng Bu: "His Majesty entrusted the matter to the King of Yan, and he has given full authority to handle it. Is there anything wrong?"

Gao Huaide: "In any case, it's about the Duke of Wei. This matter still needs to be handed over to the people of Kaifeng Mansion for trial. It is most appropriate for His Majesty to decide in the end!"

Everyone was arguing fiercely at the scene, but Cai Jing didn't say a word in the crowd.

Cai Jing has something to be caught by Wu Zhi, what can he say.

He is also happy to watch a good show.

Of course, he is not on Wu Zhi's side. If Wu Zhi resigns, it will be in his best interest, but he dare not target Wu Zhi casually. Now that Wu Zhi has mastered his crimes, he has embezzled the Long Live Mountain construction project. If it is revealed, it will be enough for him to dismiss the position of prime minister.

At this moment, Song Huizong was also a little embarrassed.

Wu Zhi was sent by him, so naturally Wu Zhi should do everything.

How could he have the spare time to deal with this kind of thing.

But he couldn't completely ignore the objections of the veteran ministers in front of him.

After all, they are all influential ministers in the court.

Zhang Lingduo held the jade butterfly in his hand and cupped his hands: "Your Majesty, corrupt officials are a very serious disaster in the Song Dynasty, but because of this, we must treat it with caution. It is only good to review this matter several times, and there is no harm!"

Gao Huaide: "That's right, Your Majesty, if Duke Wei really committed these crimes, he will be killed at that time. If King Yan kills him directly, who knows what's going on inside!"

In short, these two people are determined to protect Wei Guogong Shi Xun.

In the past, when Cai Jing and Wu Zhi faced each other, these old ministers were not involved, but now that Wu Zhi has reformed the new law and has to deal with their people, these veteran ministers can't sit still.So one after another came out to defend Duke Wei.

If King Yan disposes of Wei Guogong this time, what about next time?

Duke Wei dared to execute him!

Will he also review all the officials of Song Dynasty next time?You know, if he is so rigorous, how many officials in the Song Dynasty can stand such a review?
I'm afraid that after King Yan disposes of Wei Guogong, he will be lawless and implement new reforms. At that time, these old officials may not be able to protect them in their old age.

The demands of these people did not mean that Duke Wei should be released, but that they should be escorted back to Kaifeng Mansion for interrogation.

This request is not too much, and it is very reasonable. According to normal procedures, people like Wei Guogong really need to be cautious.

In fact, Song Huizong himself didn't think it was a big deal.

However, these few people danced very well, and their demands were reasonable.

In addition, not only these two, but the old ministers of the previous generation headed by these two have all stood up to speak.

Song Huizong thought, for such a trivial matter, it would be no good for anyone to make too much trouble, so he reluctantly agreed.

Song Huizong: "That's all... pass on my oral order to order King Yan to escort Wei Guogong and other criminals, and return to Kaifeng Mansion immediately, so that the people of Dali Temple can review the matter."

Hearing this, Zhang Lingduo and Gao Huaide looked at each other, feeling relieved.

As long as people come back, everything will be fine.

They are just afraid that if they don't come back, they will be killed by King Yan in Yanyun, and it will be too late.

They also didn't expect that Song Huizong was so fond of Wu Zhi. In the past, if they only had to say a word, Song Huizong would probably grant it. After all, they were veteran ministers, and their requests were more reasonable.

However, this time, Song Huizong actually argued with them for a long time before reluctantly agreeing.

It is precisely because of this that they want to suppress Wu Zhi even more.

(End of this chapter)