The First National Preceptor of the Tang Dynasty

Chapter 451

The Minister of Works laughed loudly a few times, looking at Xu Tian with disdain.

"What do you want to know from me? Do you really think I'll tell you everything? At worst, I'll just die. No matter the outcome, no one will let me go."

The Minister of Works knew he was doomed.

However, he had no intention of showing weakness in front of Xu Tian.

She didn't want Xu Tian to see her dejected side.

He wants to fight back.

But there was no chance.

He finally lowered his head, and when he raised it again, his scarlet eyes were looking at Xu Tian.

"Xu Tian, ​​you're determined to send me to the guillotine. Let me tell you, even as a ghost, I will never let you go."

Why would Xu Tian be afraid of these things? Let alone ghosts! He's not even afraid of people.

Why would he be afraid of something as intangible as a ghost?

He took a few steps closer and stood directly in front of the iron pillar of the cell.

"I suggest that you confess to the other people's incriminating information, sir. That might give you a chance to live."

He looked up and saw that the Minister of Works was clearly moved after hearing his words.

He continued, "Even if you die, they won't care. Who do you think will come to save you? No one. Everyone is just trying to protect themselves. Why can't you?"

His voice was like a demon's lair, shaking the heart of the Minister of Works.

However, the Minister of Works then realized that it was completely impossible.

Xu Tiancai wouldn't be so kind as to help him; he might even die faster if he revealed those people.

He wasn't that stupid; at least he could live until autumn.

If I were to reveal all those people, I fear I would die immediately.

Xu Tian wanted him dead, so why would he give him a chance to live?

He scoffed dismissively!

"Confess? Confess what? What could I possibly confess? Does Lord Xu think I have someone else backing me?"

The Minister of Works completely disdained it.

He completely disregarded Xu Tian's so-called way to survive. Although he didn't want to die, he didn't want to die any faster either.

Why would Xu Tian want him to live? He has now completely broken ties with Xu Tian.

They had been framing Xu Tian all along, and if it weren't for that evidence, Xu Tian would be the one locked up now.

Xu Tian probably wishes he were dead right now, so why would he give him a way out?

The Minister of Works was unwilling to reveal the mastermind behind it all, leaving Xu Tian with no choice but to leave.

After returning home, he began to collect evidence continuously.

However, all the evidence suggests that the Minister of Works is merely a troublemaker.

However, the mastermind behind it all left no trace.

Li Er sent someone to summon Xu Tian late at night.

Inside the Imperial Study.

When Li Er talked about important matters concerning the foundation of the state, he seemed to have completely forgotten about the matter of the Minister of Works.

Li Er stood on the high platform, but his expression was gloomy.

He said, "The current imperial court is no longer the same as the one at the founding of the dynasty."

Xu Tian naturally wondered what Li Er wanted to talk to him about.

The hearts of emperors have always been unfathomable.

Only after Li Er himself brought it up did he continue the conversation.

Li Er said directly, "The very foundation of the nation is shaken. I wonder if Minister Xu has any suggestions?"

Xu Tian paused for a moment after hearing Li Er's words.

He then said, "To improve the national economy, we must start with combating corruption."

They've only taken action against the Minister of Works; who knows how many people are behind him?

Li Er was actually aware of this, but they had no evidence.