Tiantang Splendid

Chapter 4773 The situation is out of control

The most difficult thing in the officialdom is to block the news. Often, different positions lead to conflicts of interest. When the same news is beneficial to one party, it means it is disadvantageous to another party. The person who is beneficial thinks about how to suppress the news to maximize his own interests, while the person who is disadvantaged will naturally try to leak the news to trigger large-scale protests and thus prevent his own losses...

Even law enforcement agencies such as the Sanfashi and Zongzheng Temple, which are known for their rigor, are also filled with gangs and factions, and hidden struggles exist all the time. So although Dai Zhou ordered the news to be blocked in time, the outside world soon learned about it.

In the mansion of Prince Xiangyi, Li Shenfu, who had been disturbed for half the night by a group of royal family members and nobles, had to make all kinds of compensations and exchanges before he could suppress the matter. He felt angry and depressed, and had little energy. He tossed and turned until almost dawn before he fell asleep. Therefore, even when it was time to roll in, his family members did not dare to wake him up.

Therefore, the "special supervisor" appointed by His Majesty today was naturally late...

When Li Demao had to run into the bedroom to wake up Li Shenfu, the sleepy and confused Li Shenfu learned about the decision made by the Sanfasi and Zongzheng Temple in the Jingzhao Prefecture Yamen, and he was immediately furious!

"Why didn't you wake me up earlier? I'm old and my energy is not good. Don't you know that this is the most important time and I must not be absent?"

"Call Li Daoli over here right now. Don't let him go to Jingzhao Prefecture. You go there yourself!"

"Send someone to call the people who negotiated on behalf of the various parties last night!"

"Here!"

A series of orders were issued and the family members hurriedly went their separate ways. Li Shenfu washed and changed his clothes with the help of a maid. He sat in the hall in a listless state, rubbing his temples in annoyance, thinking about the sudden news.

Last night, he had gone to great lengths and sacrificed countless interests to barely appease the royal family. After all, the royal family members being trampled to death had caused the entire royal family to lose face and had completely aroused their anger. Not everyone could quell this anger.

As a result, just a few hours after he paid a huge price, the real murderer who killed Li Jingshu was suddenly revealed, which made all his efforts go to waste.

Would the royal family allow a murderer who killed themselves to live?

This is not only a matter of life for death, but also a matter of the face and dignity of the royal family. Regardless of whether he is from the Jingzhao Wei family or the Jingzhao Du family, and regardless of whether Wei Shuxia's kick caused Li Jingshu's death, he has to bear the wrath of the royal family.

But this matter is definitely not that simple. First, the land and property of the royal family and nobles under the name of temples and Taoist temples were confiscated, which led to the attack on Jingzhao Prefecture. Then Li Jingshu died suddenly during the attack on Jingzhao Prefecture. After he finally calmed down the royal family and nobles, it was revealed that Wei Shuxia was related to Li Jingshu's death...

If all this was not a coincidence but someone deliberately designed it, then the intention of the mastermind is also very obvious: to provoke those royal family members who obey Li Shenfu's orders to feel uneasy, and then to form a split due to conflicts of interest, causing Li Shenfu's influence to decline greatly.

Who has the motivation to do this?

There was only one person, and that was the emperor, who tried to use this method to clip Li Shenfu's wings, suppress his strength, weaken his prestige, and make Li Shenfu no longer have the ability to stir up trouble and threaten the throne...

After a while, Li Daoli, dressed in a plain robe, came quickly and said with a worried look, "I wonder what urgent matter has Uncle Wang summoned you for?"

Li Shenfu didn't expect Li Daoli to come so quickly, and looked at Li Demao.

Li Demao bowed and said, "I was ordered to invite the Prince of Dongping. When I arrived at the palace gate, I saw the Prince of Dongping coming out with his family soldiers. They were going to Jingzhao Prefecture to kill Wei Shuxia and avenge their hatred..."

Li Shenfu stared at Li Daoli and said, "What's in your head? Can't you see that this is someone's deliberate plan to make us lose our composure and lose the support of the people, so that we will never stop and miss the great opportunity to start a rebellion?"

Li Daoli was filled with grief and indignation. "What does what Uncle Wang said have to do with me? It's not a big deal for me. I just know that my son is dead. Since it was Wei Shuxia who killed him, I will use Wei Shuxia's head to sacrifice to my son's spirit in heaven, so that he can die with peace of mind!"

Li Shenfu had a splitting headache. What he feared most was that Li Daoli would be blinded by hatred and do things without thinking. Therefore, he became more and more convinced that Li Jingshu's death was not accidental, and someone must have secretly planned it.

At least from the current point of view, the purpose of the person behind the scenes has been gradually achieved. Even the most loyal Li Daoli is now unwilling to listen to him for revenge...

Li Shenfu tried to dissuade him: "You can't go too far in doing things. After all, you have more than one son. You still have to pass on the title of the prince anyway."

Li Daoli said angrily, "Don't you understand the current situation, uncle? That kid keeps saying he is kind and righteous, but in fact, he is ungrateful and treacherous. He might lose his title any day. How can I care so much?"

Li Shenfu remained silent.

When His Majesty was the Crown Prince, he was indeed kind and generous. However, later on, probably because of the excessive pressure from Emperor Taizong's repeated attempts to change the crown prince, he often showed rebelliousness and bad temper. I thought he would be better after he ascended the throne. After all, a wealthy and supreme ruler should have a broad mind and be able to accommodate others. However, this was not the case.

It would be fine for others, Fang Jun's loyalty to her is obvious to all, but when rumors of an affair between the queen and her occasionally spread in the market, His Majesty actually believed it and felt alienated from her. This is simply ridiculous...

Li Dao stood up and said, "I can listen to your advice on everything else, but please let me make the decision on this matter. I will go to Jingzhao Prefecture and bring the person to my son's spirit. I will use his head to comfort his spirit in heaven!"

"He is the most outstanding son of the Jingzhao Wei family. How can we allow you to do such a reckless thing?"

"So what if I'm from the Jingzhao Wei family? I'm still from the Longxi Li family!"

"My dear nephew, please be patient."

"How can I 'rest'? I can't 'rest'! My son is lying in the mourning hall, waiting for the head of his enemy to be chopped off before he can rest in peace. How can my uncle ask me to 'rest'?!"

Li Shenfu tried his best to appease the irritable Li Daoli, "But I heard that Wei Shuxia was only related to your son's death, and the three judicial departments have not yet made a final decision. If you run over there so impulsively, won't you give people something to blame?"

Li Daoli glared at him, "There is no connection, that guy did it! Those bastards in the Three Law Departments were just being vague on purpose because they were afraid of taking responsibility. The status of the royal family has long been suppressed by those aristocratic families. If we continue to endure it, sooner or later we will have to abandon this splendid country that our ancestors fought so hard for! Uncle, you don't need to say more. This trip was my own decision. It has nothing to do with you, and I will definitely not implicate you."

After saying that, he walked away.

Li Shenfu called out several times, but seeing that Li Daoli did not even turn his head and kept walking, he could only shout angrily, "One or two of you are so reckless, it makes me so angry!"

Li Demao hurriedly said, "Father, do you want me to stop the Prince of Dongping? The attitude of the Three Law Courts is ambiguous. If we rush over like this, it will be counterproductive. Not only will we not be able to avenge our hatred, but we may even be blamed for it. It will be troublesome then."

The anger on Li Shenfu's face melted away. He picked up the teacup beside him and drank a sip of tea. He said calmly with drooping eyelids, "Let them make a fuss. The bigger the fuss, the better. How can we cross Chencang without repairing the plank road?"

Li Demao: “…”

I totally don't understand what you mean.

Seeing his son's confused face and clear eyes, Li Shenfu sighed helplessly. People are born different. Some are born with supernatural powers, some are born with knowledge, some are extremely talented, some are gifted, and of course some are dull and stagnant...

Being in different positions and different environments can naturally broaden one's horizons and temper one's will, but it cannot ultimately change one's innate qualifications.

Being a little bit stupid or dumb doesn't really matter. Do stupid people have no chance of survival? The most important thing is to know yourself, know what you can do and what you are suitable for, and admit that you are mediocre.

Most of the things go wrong because of being too clever...

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When King Han and Minister of Imperial Clan Affairs Li Yuanjia came to visit, Wei Wan quickly opened the middle door to greet them in person, and then served them tea and sat them down in the main hall.

In just one night, Wei Wan, who had previously maintained himself well and looked elegant, seemed to have aged ten years. A few gray hairs appeared on his temples, his eye sockets were sunken, his spirit was listless, and his eyes were bloodshot.

He went to Chengtian Gate early in the morning to ask for an audience with Concubine Wei, and was allowed into the palace to meet her as he wished. Concubine Wei even promised in person to plead with the emperor, but Wei Wan could not rest assured. After all, Li Jingshu was the eldest son of Prince Dongping, a status that was extremely respected within the royal family. Now that he had died suddenly, how could the royal family let it go?
Even if His Majesty wanted to forgive Wei Shuxia, he would probably have to compromise under the pressure of the royal family. Concubine Wei's weight was far from enough for His Majesty to save Wei Shuxia at all costs...

Li Yuanjia drank a sip of tea and asked, "Brother Wei, do you know why I am here?"

Wei Wan smiled bitterly, "Your Highness, why would you come to visit me at this time other than to run around for my wicked son? I'm mentally prepared, so please tell me clearly. But please also understand that Jingzhao Wei will not sit still and wait for death no matter what."

Killing someone means paying with one's life is the most basic understanding and the most basic code of conduct in the world, but this sentence has never been written into the laws of the dynasties. Revenge for parents does not require paying with one's life, killing someone in their 80s does not require paying with one's life, and killing someone by an underage child does not require paying with one's life... In addition, since the Zhou Dynasty, there has been a practice of "no punishment for a doctor", and "redeeming a crime with gold" has been around since ancient times.

So what if they are from the royal family? The world was conquered by the royal family alone. The nobles also fought bloody battles, and the aristocratic families also made indelible contributions. If we really talk about contributions, the Jingzhao Wei family may not be inferior to a mere Dongping County Prince's Mansion.

As long as there is a glimmer of hope, the Jingzhao Wei family will never give up. This is not only to save Wei Shuxia, an outstanding member of the family, but also to save the prestige and face of the Jingzhao Wei family.

When a noble family loses its prestige and reputation, the family will inevitably decline, become ruined and fall apart.

The Jingzhao Wei family must make a desperate move, otherwise not only will they fail to protect Wei Shuxia and their prestige and face, but countless people will also realize the weakness of the Jingzhao Wei family and pounce on them to devour the Wei family's flesh and blood.

For the survival and future of the family, Jingzhao Wei family will not be afraid of the royal family and must fight to the end regardless of everything.