The Ming Dynasty: The most ruthless imperial grandson, Old Zhu begged me not to kill him.

Chapter 84 What audacity!

"Please postpone due to illness?"

Looking at the "Please postpone your memorial" on the desk, Zhu Xiong Ying's lips curled up slightly.

Having this irrefutable evidence in his hands is tantamount to putting his head under the guillotine.

"Prime Minister Li, according to regulations, shouldn't this memorial be sealed and archived, as if it were submitted to the Emperor?"

Zhu Xiong Ying asked.

Such a seemingly unnecessary question appeared particularly abrupt within the Fengtian Hall.

In the past, people would have simply assumed that this Crown Prince was ignorant of state affairs.

But
During his time overseeing the country, His Highness's intelligence and seasoned political skills have far surpassed those of ordinary people, a fact that is now widely acknowledged.

Now, asking this question, not only those with guilty consciences like Li Shanchang and Hu Weiyong, but even the nearby officials are wondering about it.

Lan Yu's eyes lit up with joy!
Although he was a bit reckless, he wasn't stupid! It was obvious that His Highness the Crown Prince was about to set someone up!
"Yes!"

Li Shanchang had no choice but to agree, even though he was reluctant.

If he tries to evade or downplay these kinds of matters, it would only make him look guilty!

Upon receiving Li Shanchang's answer, Zhu Xiong Ying nodded slightly, but did not instruct Yu Huatian to seal the "Memorial Requesting Delay" and left it on the desk.

Then, Zhu Xiong Ying's gaze swept over the assembled officials, and under their watchful eyes, his expression suddenly changed!
A look of anger at their incompetence left the assembled officials completely bewildered!
"Gentlemen!"

"We might have been scammed!"

Zhu Xiong Ying cried out in anguish, then covered her face and wept!

Such a sudden change left even the most quick-witted ministers baffled as to what the Crown Prince was really up to!

Xu Da's lips twitched slightly, but he quickly regained his composure.

This posture, this movement, this 'wailing' sound... why does it feel so familiar?
Isn't this the usual trick His Highness the Crown Prince used when he wanted to discipline this Imperial Grandson?

even
Xu Da remembered that the Crown Prince's "performance" in the Eastern Palace that time, when two cloves of garlic accidentally fell from his sleeve!

"Your Highness!"

"I have no idea what happened!"

"If anyone dares to deceive His Highness, I will certainly arrest them!"

The ministers were at a loss because they were overthinking things and trying to figure out why Zhu Xiong Ying was behaving this way.

But Fu Youde was much simpler; this straightforward military general spoke up immediately.

Such a swift response prompted some of the younger ministers to secretly slap their thighs in frustration!
How could I have been so distracted by such a great opportunity to flatter someone?
"Your Highness, Your Highness is now the Regent Crown Prince. To deceive Your Highness is tantamount to deceiving the Emperor, and should be punished according to the laws of the Ming Dynasty!"

"Yes, Your Highness! Who dares to be so audacious! We must make them know the majesty of the laws of the Great Ming Dynasty!"

"Excellent! Your Highness, please tell me this person's name. No matter where he is, I will bring him to justice!"

"Me too!"

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With a leader in place, the ministers also began to speak up.

Such opportunities to flatter are rare; if you miss them, you'll regret it to the point of slapping yourself twice in the middle of the night!
Zhu Xiong Ying lowered his sleeves, still looking like he was mourning, but his eyes were dry and without any tears.

It's obvious I forgot to bring garlic today.

"The one who deceived me and all my beloved ministers is him!"

Zhu Xiong Ying picked up the "Memorial Requesting Delay" that Li Shan Chang had just presented, and then spoke loudly.

As soon as this word comes out,
Hu Weiyong was immediately startled, and his mind raced.

Your Highness is holding up that memorial now, could it be that you really know something?
Has Qian Yongqin's scheme been exposed?
Hu Weiyong was anxious, and fine beads of sweat appeared on his forehead.

If it were anything else, it wouldn't be a problem, but... this prince started making trouble as soon as his own teacher presented this memorial? It's too suspicious!
"This old minister is foolish and dares to ask Your Highness what you mean by these words?"

At this critical moment, it was Li Shanchang who, being experienced and prudent, immediately spoke up and asked a question.

In this situation, it would be extremely foolish to say or do anything else.

We need to find out exactly what this Crown Prince knows before we can decide what to do!

After saying this, Li Shanchang did not show the slightest panic, but maintained a respectful demeanor.

Looking at Li Shanchang's face, Zhu Xiong Ying thought to himself that this man had a good heart, and he did not reveal his true colors even in such a situation!
But he was too lazy to continue playing with them.

"Yu Huatian, you tell us."

Zhu Xiong Ying waved his hand, seemingly 'deeply mired in grief' and unable to extricate himself.

But actually, it's all an act.

Having someone else speak when you're discussing important matters adds weight to your words.

This kind of small but practical business psychology is also extremely useful when applied to the imperial court.

As soon as he said this, all the officials were shocked and a sense of foreboding arose in their hearts!

Although they were unwilling to admit it, this effeminate eunuch gave them an extremely powerful sense of intimidation, not to mention that he also controlled the Western Depot.

This matter seems to be quite serious!

"Yes!"

Yu Huatian respectfully agreed, then turned to face the assembled officials and slowly began to speak:

"Recently, the road construction project has begun between Yingtian Prefecture and Yangzhou Prefecture, but a group of bandits has appeared on the official roads along the way."

"This is a provocation against the majesty of our Great Ming Dynasty."

"The West Depot's spies, having infiltrated and gathered intelligence, went to the bandit's hideout yesterday to wipe them out!"

"After they were all wiped out, in addition to the gold, silver, goods, food and clothing, they also found a person."

At this point, Yu Huatian paused slightly, his eyes narrowing as he quickly scanned the expressions on the faces of the assembled officials.

Aside from Li Shanchang remaining calm, the staunch officials of the Secretariat immediately thought of the most absurd name.

If it really is this person, the consequences would be unimaginable!

The fear on the faces of this group of people lasted only a very short time, but Yu Huatian's gaze moved so quickly that he memorized their names in an instant.

Just as everyone was about to ask further questions, Yu Huatian spoke calmly:
"Spend money wisely!"

The moment the name was uttered, the entire Fengtian Hall fell silent.

"hiss!"

Immediately following was a collective gasp of astonishment!

Officials unrelated to the matter all looked astonished.
The Huaixi generals, whose minds were not quick enough, were still somewhat bewildered, but in Lan Yu's eyes, anger burned fiercely!

They finally understood why Zhu Xiong Ying had claimed they had been deceived.

The memorial to the throne clearly stated that Qian Yongqin was seriously ill and requested that his appointment be postponed!

But now, Qian Yongqin has been found in the bandit's den?

"What a courageous dog!"

At this moment, an angry shout was heard.

Everyone frowned and looked over, somewhat stunned.

Because the person who was cursing was Li Shanchang!

(End of this chapter)