Being an emperor is not something he can do, so he can only rely on his connections.

Zhang Jingwei looked at Liu Yanzhi holding the confession with a righteous look on his face. He slowly approached and asked, "Teacher, when did you come?"

Liu Yanzhi pointed at Wang Zhen and said angrily, "Ever since 'The Traitor's Way' began, I've been eavesdropping outside the door. You're a scholar at least. If there weren't a chancellor, how would scholars like you have a chance to enter the government?"

"If the Prime Minister really cares about the people of the world, why doesn't he support the new master? Instead, he monopolizes power, reduces the power of the princes, carries out large-scale reforms, kills ministers indiscriminately, and... commits debauchery in the harem!" After saying this, Wang Zhen shook his long sleeves in shame!

Liu Yanzhi was furious: "This is absolute nonsense! You are unworthy of being a scholar! How could you believe such a ridiculous rumor!"

Wang Zhen sneered coldly, "If it were a rumor, it would have been dispelled after so many years! The Prime Minister is old, so everyone should advise him to take care of his health!"

Liu Yanzhi blew his beard and glared at Wang Zhen, but he couldn't say anything, "You..."

"How dare you, you bastard, speak so arrogantly!" Liu Yanzhi was so angry that he trembled all over. "I will never allow you to slander the Prime Minister!"

Seeing this, Zhang Jingwei hurriedly grabbed Liu Yanzhi, fearing that he would get sick from anger.

"Teacher, don't be angry. This person is just talking nonsense. Why bother with him?" Zhang Jingwei comforted.

Liu Yanzhi calmed down a bit, looked at Zhang Jingwei and said, "Jingwei, please don't believe this person's nonsense. The Prime Minister is dedicated to the country and the people. Everyone has witnessed what he has done over the years. We should trust the Prime Minister and not be misled by these rumors."

Zhang Jingwei nodded to show that he understood.

At this time, Wang Zhen smiled indifferently.

"Hmph, even if the world belongs to the Prime Minister, nothing will change. One day, you will regret it." After saying that, he stretched out his hand and surrendered.

Several constables came forward, handcuffed his hands, and then led him to the prison van.

At this time, Wang Zhen and Zhang Jingwei looked at each other and saw the worry in each other's eyes.

"Alas, the situation is turbulent now and people are in panic. I don't know if the court can return to its former peace..." Wang Zhen sighed.

Seeing Wang Zhen's appearance, Zhang Jingwei quickly pleaded with Liu Yanzhi: "Teacher, this Wang Zhen doesn't seem like a bad person. Can you please not report him to the court for the time being?"

Liu Yanzhi glared at Zhang Jingwei and said, "Stupid!"

Zhang Jingwei repeatedly pleaded, "Teacher, this smuggling case, the poisoning case, the excessive taxation case, and the corvée case of the Water Defense Battalion—these cases are all interconnected, but they have nothing to do with Wang Zhen!"

"Moreover, Wang Jue's purpose in coming to the Water Defense Camp was just to settle accounts!"

After saying that, Zhang Jingwei took out an account book from his arms.

Then, Zhang Jingwei analyzed the pros and cons and decided whether Wang Zhen should be reported to the court.

If the case was reported to the court, Wang Ju would be labeled a criminal. Not only would his official position be taken away, but given his role in the incident, he would be nothing more than a scapegoat!

Prince Jin may be fine, but he will definitely die!

Liu Yanzhi was also annoyed by what he heard, but there was some truth in it: "Well, since you are pleading for him, I will lock him up in the government jail first. I will make a decision after I find out the truth."

Zhang Jingwei breathed a sigh of relief, "Thank you, teacher."

He quickly approached the prison car and looked at Wang Zhen. "I've asked you, teacher, to hold off on submitting your confession. Junior, are you willing to help me thoroughly investigate this case so I can make amends?" Zhang Jingwei said helplessly.

Wang Chu looked at him with gratitude in his eyes. "Thank you very much. But I'm worried that this matter has too many implications. It might be difficult for you and me to investigate it alone."

Zhang Jingwei was silent for a moment. "I know that, but we can't just sit back and do nothing. Let's start with the corvée labor at the limestone kilns. There are still many people waiting for us to rescue them..."

Wang Zhui nodded, "Senior's ambition is beyond my reach!"

……

Gao Fei led an officer over and the officer saluted and said, "Yunzhou Garrison Commander, Zuotun Suo Commander, Ji Fubao, greets the son-in-law!"

The officer was wearing armor and a red cloak, looking very majestic.

He looked to be in his thirties, with dark skin, and his sharp eyes revealed a murderous aura all the time.

"Captain Ji, there's no need to be so polite. The evidence of Han Ye's crime is in the hands of the Tongzhi. He has committed a capital crime. Today, we have to rely on Captain Ji's authority!"

Ji Fubao frowned. This time he brought a garrison of soldiers with him. Did he have to fight Han Ye?

He knew how powerful Han Ye was. He heard that there were 500 armored soldiers in the Water Defense Battalion. If a fight really broke out, he would be no match for the scum in Han Ye's hand.

So he said in embarrassment: "Well, the military order I received was to escort my son-in-law back to the city, not to capture Captain Han!"

Gao Fei listened from the side, his face expressionless, but his eyes revealed a hint of disdain and dissatisfaction. He stood there quietly, seemingly indifferent to everything around him.

Zhang Jingwei was quick to notice this subtle change in his expression. He patted Ji Fubao on the shoulder and said, "Captain Ji, what are you talking about? This is our first time dealing with you, and you can't do me a small favor?"

Ji Fubao thought: "A small favor? This gentleman is really generous. Aren't my soldiers raised by their parents?"

Ji Fubao slapped his head and thought of an idea that he thought was good: "Ah? This... Master, how about this, I escort you back first, and then you can ask the Marquis for troops. The Marquis loves the eldest lady so much, he will definitely agree!"

Obviously, this is a blatant perfunctory response.

Zhang Jingwei looked at this "Fubao" and wanted to hit him hard twice on his iron helmet.

Zhang Jingwei helplessly put his arm around Ji Fubao's shoulders and said mysteriously, "Fubao, you're just a captain now. Think about it, the Marquis selected his troops and chose you over anyone else. Do you know what this means?"

Ji Fubao shook his head.

Zhang Jingwei continued, "This shows that the Marquis values ​​you. This smuggling case involves many people, and it's possible that your Marquis is involved. If you handle this matter beautifully, what do you think the Marquis will do?"

Ji Fubao asked tentatively, "My Lord, will you reward me?"

"That's right, not only will you be rewarded, but you will also be promoted. Then you will be... uh... well, a captain." Zhang Jingwei's brain suddenly froze, and he couldn't remember what the rank above captain was.

Ji Fubao covered his mouth, afraid that he would laugh too loudly: "Haha, really?"

"That's right! Then you will be General Ji Qian!"

Ji Fubao waved his hands, his mouth unable to stop laughing: "Hey yo yo, I don't deserve it, I don't deserve it, I've crossed the level!"

Zhang Jingwei patted him on the back and stood on the high hat: "Well deserved, Captain Ji!"

"Hey yo yo..."

Zhang Jingwei changed his voice and shouted, "General Ji Qian~"

"Hey yo yo..."

Fubao had begun to get lost in the sound of "General Ji".

Zhang Jingwei was also amused by this scene!