Han Shizu

Chapter 1457

In the ninth year of Kaibao, the winter snow was very heavy, and it didn't last long, but the biting cold after the snow was far beyond previous years.Of course, for the upper echelons of the imperial court, this winter was indeed too cold, from the soles of their feet to their hearts.

The Rongguo Mansion, the inner courtyard, or the study room, the bright candlelight shone on Zhao Kuangyin's face, leaving a half-thick shadow, and some eyes could not be seen, but they were obviously in a bad mood, and the cool air was It was so heavy that it was hard to breathe.

Zhao Dezhao stood in front of the desk with his head bowed and hands tied, not daring to speak.The reason is very simple. Today he was ordered by his father to visit the prison with wine and meat, but he was rejected. Although the prison guard's tone was soft, his attitude was tough, saying that Zhao Kuangmei was a repeat offender and he was not allowed to meet anyone. , No one stood on the platform, how dare a small jailer offend the Zhao family.

This is obviously not a good signal, and thinking about the trend in Xijing in the past few days, even if Zhao Kuangyin didn't see it so thoroughly, the feeling of depression in his heart was spontaneously felt.

Soon, the steward came to report and Zhao Kuangyi arrived, without leading the way, he went straight into the study and retreated to the left and right, leaving only the father and son, uncle and nephew.

"Kangyi, something seems to be wrong. Looking at the public opinion in Beijing these days, nobles pleading guilty, and courtiers surrendering, I feel more and more bad. These two days, I feel even more frightened! Today, I asked Dezhao to visit the prison, but was Refused!" Zhao Kuangyin looked at Zhao Kuangyi and said seriously.

Compared with the previous few days, Zhao Kuangyi was also less calm and a little more anxious. He no longer had the demeanor of being flattered or humiliated before, with his brows furrowed tightly, and the worry in his eyes released.

"I made a mistake in this matter!" Zhao Kuangyi said in a condensed voice: "I never thought that Kuang Mei's surrender would attract so many people to follow suit, resulting in such a turmoil!"

In fact, the suggestion to let Zhao Kuangmei surrender is not a big problem, the problem lies in Zhao Kuangyi's act of personally sending someone to the Ministry of Criminal Justice.Thinking about it afterwards, Zhao Kuangyi wanted to slap himself.

Of course, he has a secret ambition, and wants to use this to further enhance his sense of existence and influence. This is what he has been doing all along, and he has almost formed an instinct. As long as there is an opportunity, he will not let it go.

However, he never thought that he would be embarrassed by this. Zhao Kuangyi didn't want such an incident, such a situation, such prestige.

"Right now, people from the Fu family, the Gao family, and the Zhe family have all turned themselves in. The incident is getting bigger and bigger and more serious. Nearly [-]% of the nobles and officials in the imperial court are involved! This is not unusual. , is too irrational, too dangerous!" Zhao Kuangyi said in a serious tone:

"Second brother, I also heard some rumors today. Many people in the government and the opposition believe that the matter is so extensive and involves so many honorable officials. Let it expand, and even forgive the criminals!

Even, some people have been colluding secretly, wanting to encourage more people to participate in it, and ask for orders from the Chui Gong Palace, so as to stabilize the center and secure the world."

Speaking of this, Zhao Kuangyi's tone was already a bit bitter: "These people are too unwise and naive! They think that the turbulence of the crowd can make the court under pressure, compromise and let it go, thinking that they have involved With so many people, His Majesty will be a little apprehensive. They think that if there are many people, they can achieve the effect of not punishing the public?
Colluding in private is even more stupid!They thought that through this method, His Majesty would be shy about compromising, and they even thought about washing away past crimes and crimes, but they didn't know that this was a self-promotion.

The more Zhao Kuangyi spoke, the lingering uneasiness in his heart became clearer, and it almost turned into substance, stuck in his heart.

Zhao Kuangyin is not a martial artist ignorant of politics. Of course, he also sensed the danger, and said in a deep voice, "The key is what your majesty thinks? This has gradually become a situation of forcing the palace. What kind of monarch is your majesty? How can you do this?" The more it is, the more dangerous it will be when the public opinion forces it to do so, things have already deviated from our assumptions!"

As it said, the development of the matter has long been out of control, even beyond the imagination of all those involved.At this point, it is no longer a few upper-level dignitaries who can be calmed down by relying on their power and prestige.And Emperor Liu, who is the only one who is qualified and capable of stepping on the brakes, seems to be the most unpredictable variable.

One word is unpredictable!
Those who play the emperor's mind are dirty and ruthless, especially the entrepreneurial king like Emperor Liu, who can suppress the world by himself.Already suspicious, but some people unwisely want to make a big noise and force Emperor Liu to make concessions. Think about it and you will know how dangerous it is.

And the brothers of the Zhao family, because of such insights, started to panic instead.The two brothers can say very frankly that they never gathered together to make a noise and persecute the court. Their original intention was just to save their brother.

However, the development of the matter is like a deviated train, driving wildly on the rough and dangerous track, which may derail and overturn at any time.

And the most important thing is that it was his Zhao family who triggered the wave of surrender and pleading guilty.Under a huge net, in a dangerous situation, before he knew it, his Zhao family seemed to be the same character as Zhang Jin, in a vortex, unable to extricate himself, and might even be swallowed at any time.

"Yes! What will your Majesty think?" Zhao Kuangyi's eyes were full of worry, and his face was bitter: "If he thinks that my Zhao family is secretly using tricks to fuel the flames and take the lead in building momentum in order to get rid of the crime, then it is really a shame for us. Too dangerous!"

When he said this, Zhao Kuangyi lamented, as if he had suffered a great grievance.

"Our brother, how can we have such a reputation that everyone responds to!" Zhao Kuangyin couldn't help laughing at himself.

"However, Your Majesty may not think so!" Zhao Kuangyi looked at Zhao Kuangyin and reminded: "Second brother, Li Jixun and Dangjin seem to have participated in it. They have always been close to us."

Zhao Kuangyin was silent for a while, looked at Zhao Kuangyi, and sighed: "You are right! Now we are on the stove!"

Looking back after a few days, their decision to let Zhao Kuangmei surrender seems a bit unwise. Even, it might as well let the Sanju Division find out by themselves, so that they can act according to the situation, at least it won’t be like this, The entire Zhao family fell into a passivity that was neither embarrassing nor embarrassing.They obviously don't have that idea, but they bear the pressure that doesn't belong to them.

"Second brother, we must try to break the situation!" Zhao Kuangyi said seriously.

"I know! But, how to break the game?" Zhao Kuangyin was very troubled.

Zhao Kuangyi pointed out affirmatively: "At least, let Your Majesty know that my Zhao family has no intention of manipulating public opinion, creating momentum to oppose the national law, and exonerate Kuangmei!"

Zhao Kuangyin nodded, that is indeed the case, the key lies in how to dispel Emperor Liu's suspicion and how to separate himself from those agitating people.At this time, protecting yourself is the most important thing.

After pondering for a long time, Zhao Kuangyin's expression became firm, his eyes became sharp again, and he looked at Zhao Kuangyi: "Kuangyi, don't worry about this matter anymore!"

Zhao Kuangyi replied with an "unexpected" expression, as if he was a little puzzled.

Zhao Kuangyin said very seriously: "This matter is caused by Kuangmei, and it has nothing to do with you. Next, I will deal with it myself."

Although he was somewhat moved by his brother's responsibility, Zhao Kuangyi smiled wryly and shook his head: "The matter has come to this, how can I stay out of it!"

Up to now, the backbone of the Zhao family is still Zhao Kuangyin. If something goes wrong with Zhao Kuangyin, he understands how Zhao Kuangyi can take care of himself alone.

"What is Second Brother going to do?" Zhao Kuangyi asked.

There was a trace of hesitation on his stern face, and Zhao Kuangyin said firmly: "I will confess later that I will enter the palace overnight and ask His Majesty for the crime of lax discipline. complain!"

"Then Kuangmei?" Zhao Kuangyi asked.

"It depends on his luck!" Zhao Kuangyin couldn't help feeling a little sad, which almost made it clear that he wanted to give up Zhao Kuangmei.

Originally, according to the normal punishment, even if the sentencing of Zhao Kuangmei's crime was serious, it might not be impossible to save a life, even for the sake of their brothers.However, after such a turmoil, if Emperor Liu wanted to make an example of others, he would be sentenced to death.As far as the Zhao Kuangyin brothers are concerned, it may be that the one who seeks the top can get the bottom, and they hit the foot with a stone.

Hearing Zhao Kuangyin's decision, Zhao Kuangyi was also silent, but in his heart, he was inexplicably relieved.

(End of this chapter)