Drunk Bamboo

Feng Ying was carried back to the Feng Mansion dying. Feng Xiu was heartbroken when he saw it.

The Feng family has few male members, and Feng Ying is the only male. His parents died early, so he was raised by his uncle Feng Xiu, who treated him like his own son.

Feng Ying remained in a coma, so Feng Xiu asked the leading official about what happened that day.

The leading official did not dare to say anything nonsense or say too much. After hearing this, Feng Xiu became furious and did not investigate further. He decided to go to court the next day to avenge his nephew personally.

Minister Feng, who has always been rational and cautious, acted impulsively this time.

I love my nephew deeply.

At the court meeting the next day.

"Your Majesty, the commander of the Imperial Guards beat up the Minister of Justice Feng Ying in the street. As the commander of the Imperial Guards, Prince Feng not only failed to control or punish him, but also abused his power for personal gain and beat Feng Ying severely. The doctor said that he can't get out of bed for a month! Your Majesty, please make the decision for me!"

As soon as he arrived at the court, Feng Xiu couldn't wait to file a complaint to the emperor.

The emperor looked at Hua Qinfeng: "Feng Wang, what is your explanation?"

"Your Majesty, my men did beat Minister Feng. I have punished him with thirty military sticks. And I did beat him. I have nothing to say."

Hua Qinfeng admitted it without a word of excuse. He looked calm, as if he knew this would happen.

There was complete silence in the Golden Hall.

Feng Xiu gritted his teeth, hating Hua Qinfeng for being so confident.

Minister of War Chen Xin said, "Your Majesty, I heard that this incident happened for a reason. The prefect of Zhongdu was also at the scene and may know more about what happened."

Shi Qianjin is his man and cannot be bullied.

"Where is the prefect of Zhongdu?"

"Your Majesty! I am here."

Gao Xiao, who was standing far away in the last row, was suddenly called. He was flattered and panicked, and hurried forward to salute.

"Tell me, what happened yesterday."

"Your Majesty, the cause was a pharmacy called Yungui. A man bought medicine from the pharmacy, but his eight-year-old son did not get cured after taking it, and fell into a coma. The man then went to the Ministry of Justice to sue Yungui Pharmacy. When Minister Feng and the Ministry of Justice personnel were arresting the pharmacy, they happened to meet Commander Shi who was patrolling there, and a conflict arose. Then Princess Feng appeared..."

Gao Xiao’s words were too complicated and the emperor didn’t listen carefully. When he heard about Xie Yuzhu, he frowned.

"Why is there Princess Feng? Okay, tell me the result of the case."

"I have already investigated clearly. It was the man who falsely accused Yun Gui's pharmacy and spread rumors with the intention of demanding compensation..." Gao Xiao stammered, glancing at Feng Xiu out of the corner of his eyes.

"Mr. Gao, please explain clearly." Wang Yan reminded.

"The man also confessed that he was instructed by Qianhetang. Minister Feng is one of the owners of Qianhetang."

The emperor's eyes fell on Feng Xiu who was making the complaint.

"Your Majesty, I knew nothing about this matter. It must have been a stupid thing done by the shopkeeper of Qianhe Hall. But Commander Shi and the prince beat up an imperial official in the street, and everyone saw it!" Feng Xiu put the blame on the shopkeeper of Qianhe Hall with just one sentence, and Feng Ying was innocent.

Feng Xiu is shameless and Chen Xin doesn't give him any face.

"Your Majesty, it is wrong for the prince and Commander Shi to beat people, but it is understandable. Minister Feng bent the law for personal gain, abused his power for personal gain, used his public status and public people to do private things for him, and even used such a vile method of framing to frame the people. This is really not what an official of the dynasty should do, and his character is even more worrying."

Chen Xin suddenly exposed many dirty things about Feng Ying, and Feng Xiu became furious.

"If there is a mistake, then punish him. Whether Minister Feng is guilty or not, what crime he has committed, Gao Fuyin will investigate it. Minister Feng was seriously injured and it is unknown when he will wake up, but Minister Chen said that beating him was excusable? Is it because Shi Qianjin, who beat him, was recommended by Minister Chen, or because the prince is of noble status and Minister Chen dare not offend him?"

As soon as these words were spoken, the emperor's eyes suddenly became sharp.

Chen Xinyi said righteously: "Your Majesty, the court has a unified assessment and standard for employing people. Minister Feng's words are a false accusation of favoritism. I cannot accept it."

The emperor glanced at them coldly and said, "The Imperial Guard is directly under my command. The three commanders were all appointed by me personally. Minister Feng is suspecting that I am partial to him?"

"I dare not!" Feng Xiu knelt down with a terrified look on his face, and then he realized that he had said the wrong thing just now.

Xun Bai said, "Your Majesty, I have heard about Yun Gui's medicine shop yesterday. It was just a rumor spread by the common people."

Emperor: "I want to hear what the people have to say."

"It is said that the herbs in Yungui Pharmacy are affordable and genuine. The owner of Yungui Pharmacy is a kind-hearted person who often gives free herbs to poor people who have no money to treat their illnesses. I also heard that Minister Feng forcibly arrested people and closed the shop in the street. It was so impressive that the patrol soldiers passed by and took action."

"These are all things that the housekeeper of my house overheard when he went to the street to buy things. He was upset at what Minister Feng did, so he told me all this."

Xun Bai spoke slowly and steadily, and every word was clear.

Although he did not say anything wrong about Feng Ying, every word revealed Feng Ying's bad behavior, which affected the reputation of court officials in the hearts of the people.

Feng Xiu's face turned pale.

I didn't expect that the Minister of the Central Secretariat Xun Bai, who usually doesn't get involved in other people's affairs, would actually intervene in this matter. Although his grandson Xun Shurui and Shi Qianjin are both in the Imperial Guard Department, they don't get along well with each other and are sworn enemies. How could he offer to help? !

Now that Feng Wang has the trust of His Majesty, even if Feng Wang cannot be punished, Shi Qianjin should pay the price for beating him!

Chen Xin did not miss this opportunity. "Minister Feng is not only arrogant, but also rude to the princess. It would be a light punishment for the Feng King to beat him. He is defying the emperor's authority and is guilty of death!"

The emperor's face suddenly turned dark.

Feng Xiu was surprised. The official who reported yesterday didn't mention this? !

Liu Shancai, the Minister of Finance, said slowly, "Your Majesty, Yungui Pharmacy sounded familiar to me, and I just remembered it now. Two years ago, floods broke out on both sides of the Yangtze River, and the people suffered, lacking food and medicine. At that time, some people came to help spontaneously, including the people from Yungui Pharmacy. I remember that they donated a lot of medicinal materials, and many doctors came. They left afterwards, without seeking credit or fame, which is really admirable."

Feng Xiu was completely out of confidence, "Your Majesty..."

There was a lot of debate in the court, but the defendant Hua Qinfeng remained silent.

The emperor asked again: "Feng Wang, do you have anything else to say?"

"I did hit someone. Even if it was because I was angry at the princess being looked down upon, it was excusable. This is my private matter. I don't want to waste your majesty and the ministers' precious time. I don't need to find excuses. Your majesty is a wise ruler and will investigate the matter. I am willing to be punished."

Hua Qinfeng did not make any excuses for what he had done. His words were considered in the overall situation and were very sensible.

After hearing this, the emperor thought that both he and Xie Yuzhu had been wronged.

I also think he is very sensible.

"There is no private business in the royal family. Minister Chen is right. He who defies the imperial authority cannot be forgiven lightly. Feng Ying will be dismissed from his post and investigated, and will not be employed again in the future."

"Your Majesty!" Feng Xiu was terrified.

The emperor gave a cold warning, "Minister Feng should also go back and reflect on how to lead his subordinates and how to teach the younger generation. Blindly indulging and blindly trusting others will only harm yourself."

Feng Xiu was defeated and kowtowed heavily, "Your Majesty, I will follow your instructions."

After a long time, he still couldn't figure out why the court officials were helping King Feng.

Since when did King Feng control his temper and stand as steady as a rock on the golden steps of the palace?

……

After the court session, Zhang Xinghe was called to Baoping Palace alone.

"Your Majesty, the case of Yungui Pharmacy involves Qianhetang. I will remind Prefect Gao to thoroughly investigate Qianhetang."

The emperor said quietly, "There have been many natural disasters in recent years, and the treasury is empty, but someone dares to evade taxes right under my nose. Let's start with Qianhetang."

Zhang Xinghe bowed and lowered his eyes, hiding the emotions in his eyes, and said in a firm voice, "I am willing to be the sword in your Majesty's hand and pave the way for you."

The emperor patted him on the shoulder and said, "Xinghe, you did a great job this time. I didn't make a mistake in choosing you. I and my kingdom need someone as loyal and capable as you. Feng Xiu is not good enough to be the Minister of Justice. You can take over after some time."