Water Margin: The opening scene involves assassinating Emperor Huizong of Song and forcibly taking L

There are memorials to the emperor regarding Tian Hu and Wang Qing's rebellion.

But he suppressed it.

It can be said that he was the culprit who fooled Zhao Ji.

If Emperor Huizong (Zhao Ji) was determined to pursue this matter...

I'm afraid even punishing nine generations of their family would be too lenient.

He had no choice but to take a gamble.

If we win, we can save our lives.

Perhaps he could gain even more of Zhao Ji's trust.

He had been by Zhao Ji's side for over a decade and knew Zhao Ji's character very well.

You can be talentless, or you can be morally bankrupt.

Even the most heinous crimes are acceptable.

As long as you are loyal to him,

Then Zhao Ji will give you a chance.

When Wang Fu and the others heard Liang Shicheng say this,

They all grasped at a straw.

They all cried and shouted that they were doing it all to curry favor with the emperor.

Therefore, I dare not submit a memorial.

But Zhu Banzhi ignored what they were saying.

They just kept driving them away.

"stop."

Zhao Ji uttered a single word with difficulty.

Although his voice was still full of anger,

However, it sounded wonderful to the civil and military officials.

Wang Fu and the others quickly knelt down on the ground.

We kowtow in gratitude for the Emperor's boundless grace.

Just now, Emperor Huizong (Zhao Ji) had also wished he could kill all the civil and military officials to vent his anger.

But considering the current chaos caused by the four bandits...

If he were to kill all the civil and military officials,

This could really shake the foundations of the nation.

Therefore, I had no choice but to spare his life.

Zhao Ji sighed and said,

"It is my fault that my ministers dare not offer honest advice."

"I will issue an edict of self-reproach to appease the people of the land,"

"At the same time, we should humbly seek advice and broaden channels for expression,"

"Understand the people's sentiments and reform corrupt practices."

Although Su Yuanjing was frightened,

But seeing the emperor repent was also a great relief.

"Your Majesty is wise and intelligent."

"If one governs diligently, it will not take more than a few years,"

"It will surely bring peace and prosperity to the country,"

"Even an emperor can become a wise and benevolent ruler."

Wang Fu then reported,

"The Emperor is the ruler of the world; how can he issue an edict of self-reproach?"

"The people turned to bandits simply because Cai Jing's reforms were unpopular and the people's burdens were too heavy."

"After I became prime minister, I began to abolish Cai Jing's laws,"

"It's just that it's only been a short time, and the effects won't be seen immediately."

"But I believe that, given time,"

"The people will then know that the imperial court cares about their plight,"

"I will not follow the traitors in their rebellion."

Cai You also said,

"In my opinion, the most urgent matter now is to send troops to quell the rebellious bandits,"

"The imperial court swiftly and decisively wiped them out in one fell swoop."

"That will deter those troublemakers."

"Otherwise, the Emperor will issue an edict of self-reproach,"

"It will only make those bandits think that the emperor was killed by them..."

Speaking of which,

Cai You looked at the Emperor with a troubled expression.

Emperor Huizong slapped the dragon throne with his hand.

"I am the ruler of this nation, and my Great Song Dynasty boasts a million mighty soldiers,"

"Would I be afraid of those bandits?"

Cai You hurriedly said,

“Those bandits always know how to mislead the people,”

"Manichaeism and Chao Gai of Jingdong, in particular, are hypocrites,"

"To mislead and deceive the people, and to slander the emperor."

"If His Majesty were to issue an edict of self-reproach at this time,"

“Those bandits will probably take the opportunity to pin all the blame on the Emperor.”

“Those country folk are ignorant and foolish,”

"I fear that Your Majesty's move will backfire and allow the bandits to grow stronger."

Upon hearing this, Zhao Ji

He hesitated.

He realized he also made some mistakes.

But all land under heaven belongs to the king.

All under heaven are subjects of the king.

He can issue an edict of self-reproach.

Examine your own mistakes.

However, he cannot tolerate others criticizing him.

They cannot accept the crimes that those bandits have pinned on them.

Seeing this, Su Yuanjing quickly said,

"The people are now filled with resentment. If His Majesty issues an edict of self-reproach, he can win back their hearts."

"On the contrary, the people might be used by rebels, which would be detrimental to the court."

Upon hearing this, Wang Fu immediately refuted it.

"Previously, Lord Su also said that the Liangshan bandits numbered only ten or twenty thousand, and the world would not be in great chaos."

"How can you now force the Emperor to issue an edict of self-reproach?"

"If the emperor issues an edict of self-reproach, it will undoubtedly become a laughing stock for those treacherous officials and will also be recorded in history."

"I wonder what Lord Su's intentions are?"

Chapter 1616 Regret It Already?

Su Yuanjing heard Wang Fu trying to pin a label on him.

He hurriedly and loudly defended himself.

"Your Majesty, I am devoted to the country, and I beg Your Majesty to see the truth."

Zhao Ji looked at Su Yuanjing,

"I trust your character,"

"I only have one question for you,"

Is the world in chaos now?

Su Yuanjing thought for a moment and said,

"With the four bandits causing trouble, the situation in the southeast is indeed in a state of disarray,"

"But Lord Tong has already led his troops south,"

"It seems the Manichaean unrest will be quelled soon."

"Although the remaining three, Zhao Dalang, Tian Hu, and Wang Qing, were also powerful bandits in their respective regions,"

"But it is not enough to shake the foundation of the country or disturb the world."

Upon hearing this, Zhao Ji breathed a sigh of relief.

"Since that's the case, then I will not issue an edict of self-reproach for now,"

"First, send a large army to wipe out these bandits,"

"I will then decide based on the circumstances."

Upon hearing this, Wang Fu exclaimed, "Your Majesty is wise!"

A host of treacherous officials followed suit.

If the emperor were to issue an edict of self-reproach,

Admit your mistakes

As court officials...

Naturally, they cannot escape blame either.

The Emperor admitted his mistake.

Nobody dared to do anything to him.

But they admitted their mistake.

However, they will be attacked by political enemies.

Those upright officials who were ousted from the central government by them will likely seize this opportunity to rise up.

Once they are selected by the "pure stream" and enter the imperial court...

They gained the upper hand.

The evil deeds they have committed over the years

That would be enough to pulverize them.

Seeing this, Su Yuanjing had no choice but to say...