Datang: Only by resisting the decree can we become stronger

It's just that Dai Zhou's actions have shifted from the obvious to the dark.

Dali Temple, that is one that has close ties with many departments and institutions.

Especially with Zongzheng Temple, Dianzhong Province, and the guards of the Imperial City, they are even more familiar.

So in the usual process of government affairs contact, waiting for the early court.

During the chance encounter and chat inside the imperial city, Dai Zhou and several of his absolute confidants.

They were all in a very cryptic manner, inquiring about the details of the theft of the Jade Buddha in the palace.

As for Dai Zhou and several core officials of Dali Temple, most people have no awareness of precautions.

I just thought they were also curious, gossiping, chatting about nothing.

So after investigating like this for a period of time, Dai Zhou really found a lot of clues and suspicious things.

So, at noon one day.

Dai Zhou took advantage of the fact that there were few people in Shangshu Province and Li Qiu was alone.

On the grounds of reviewing the decree, he came to Li Qiu.

Li Qiu was also very enthusiastic when he saw him.

It is necessary to change a pot of good tea for Dai Zhou.

But he was directly stopped by Dai Zhou with an extremely serious expression.

"Li Xiang, I'm here today because I have something important to tell you."

"Don't be polite."

Seeing his appearance, Li Qiu also became serious.

Then he sat near Dai Zhou and listened carefully.

At this time, Dai Zhou lowered his voice and said directly: "After Mr. Li explained the theft of the Jade Buddha to me, I went to Zongzheng Temple to inquire the same day."

"Unexpectedly, the next day, I was summoned to the East Palace by His Royal Highness the Crown Prince."

"Because of the unsolved case of Zhang Xuansu, the former prince's young teacher, I was reprimanded."

"And after that, I became even more suspicious of this matter, and conducted a thorough investigation of this matter secretly."

"The truth is exactly as we expected."

"Behind this theft of the Jade Buddha, there really is something unusual."

Chapter 948

After our investigation. "

"After discovering that the Jade Buddha was stolen that day."

"Xu De, the chief eunuch, was taken away by people from Zongzheng Temple."

"Among these people, there are people from the Eastern Palace."

"And on the second day, the damaged Jade Buddha was found."

"Following that came news of Xu De's death."

"Those suspects were executed immediately."

"It can no longer be corroborated."

"This is related to the dossier of Zongzheng Temple, and Li Xiang, you got the news from Wang Gui."

"They're all very different."

Listening to Dai Zhou's words, Li Qiu's expression became extremely serious.

Obviously, Xu De's death was definitely not committing suicide in fear of crime.

but victimized.

As for who is behind it, don't even think about it, it's definitely Donggong who can't escape.

At this time, Dai Zhou went on to say: "As for the conflict between the East Palace and the Furong Garden during the period when the crown prince supervised the country."

"I've heard about it too."

"Even a prime minister like Wang Gui can be demoted."

"Xu De is just a chief eunuch, and it is not surprising that he was persecuted in the palace."

"It's just that there are some things I still have to remind you, Li Xiang."

"Since ancient times, even our Tang Dynasty today."

"In the palace, there is a set of rules and a world."

"It's not uncommon for eunuchs to be punished, or even executed, like the maids in the palace."

"And there are people in the palace who decide, and it is absolutely not up to Dali Temple and the Ministry of Punishment to usurp and intervene."

"What I, and Dali Temple, can do for you, Li Xiang, can only go so far."

"If you still plan to continue to investigate thoroughly, then Dali Temple can only continue to investigate with the consent of the empress or His Majesty."

"At the same time, Xu De is dead now."

"On the one hand, it is a dead eunuch, and on the other hand, it is likely to involve the prince and the East Palace."

"It's extremely difficult for the Empress and Your Majesty to interfere with this kind of matter."

Listening to Dai Zhou's words, Li Qiu nodded with a serious expression.

Then he expressed his gratitude to Dai Zhou very politely.

and send him away.

After this, Li Qiu frowned, his eyes were full of coldness.

Regarding Xu De's matter, he will never give up on it, let it go!

……

On the other side, in the Imperial Study Room.

Changsun Wuji and many other courtiers submitted memorials one after another, asking Li Shimin to abide by the will of the Supreme Emperor.

Take off the plain clothes, put on ordinary clothes, and listen to the government in the main hall.

But Li Shimin was determined not to allow it.

He said that he returned to Chang'an this time only because of the flood and had to do so.

But the heart of keeping filial piety for the Supreme Emperor has not changed in the slightest.

This plain suit must be worn.

As for dealing with government affairs, even if it is not in the Tai Chi Hall, it is early court.

Isn't it also possible to handle government affairs in this imperial study?

Seeing Li Shimin's insistence, the others had no choice but to give up.

That night, at the residence of Princess Chai Shao and Pingyang.

Throw a big feast.

Li Qiu, Luo Kexin, Wu Jue, Yun Zhong and others in Furong Garden.

As well as Jiangxia King Li Daozong and Li Yin were all present.

After Li Qiu, Chai Shao and the others led the army back to Chang'an.

The Youzhou Army was also led by Luo Liang, and quietly returned to Youzhou.

So today is also a chance to draw a few families to get together and have a reunion.

Before the banquet started, Chai Zhewei and Li Yin.

He thanked Chai Shao, Princess Pingyang and Li Daozong respectfully.

At this time, Chai Shao said with a smile: "I and Daozong are both your parents."

"It's human nature to do what we can for our children."

"So if you want to worship, you should pay respects to your brother-in-law and Princess Yunzhong."

"If it weren't for them, the two of you would probably be beaten with sticks."

Hearing this, Chai Zhewei and Li Yin immediately turned to Li Qiu, Luo Kexin, Wu Jue, and Yunzhong.

Thank you very much.

But then Li Qiu, Luo Kexin smiled and helped them up.

It is said that everyone is a family, so why bother to be formal?

At this time, Li Qiu also sighed to Chai Shao and Li Daozong.

"Father, King Jiang Xia, come back this time."

"I originally thought His Majesty was going to be furious."

"Punish us severely."

"I didn't expect that His Majesty didn't mention this matter much."

"It's a bit of a surprise."

"Now, although Tubo has brought an edict to withdraw the marriage."

"But I'm afraid there will be long nights and more dreams."

"As for the marriage between Zhewei and Li Yin, I think it's time to settle it."

Hearing this, Li Daozong nodded in agreement again and again.

At the same time, he laughed and made fun of his daughter.

It is said that all these children of hers are not as much worrying as her.

As for Chai Shao, he also shook his head with a chuckle and sighed with emotion.

"Hehe, no better than our Prince Highness."

"I still recognize my sister, brother-in-law, Princess Pingyang, Your Majesty and Your Majesty."

"On the day I returned to Chang'an, Your Majesty and Your Majesty came to the residence in person."

"Speaking of this matter, is it the prince who did it?"

"As parents, they have to make amends for the prince."

"At the same time, Your Majesty has not forgotten the great contributions Daozong and I have made to the Tang Dynasty in this life."

"This trip to Tubo involves me, Daozong, Li Qiu and you."

"At the same time there are Shubao and Yaojin."

"For so many years, I have been following His Majesty's side, conscientious, and a veteran minister."

"What else can His Majesty say about this kind of thing?"

"And the essence of this matter is not the fighting spirit between the prince and you two young people?"

"Not to deal with it is the best way to deal with it."

Having said that, Chai Shao directly drank the wine in the cup.

At the same time, he snorted slightly angrily and said: "Over the years, the princess has loved the crown prince no less than the empress."

"Our whole family has always been a supporter of the prince and the East Palace."

"It's just that I didn't expect that after more than [-] years, I would be treated like this in exchange."

"After returning this time, the princess and I will also discuss it."

"I'm getting older, it's time to retire completely."

"The two children Zhewei and Lingwu are just middle-class people."