Chapter 658 The Lonely Night

After dozens of monarchs and ministers discussed the matter, it was already late at night.

The eunuchs sent all the ministers out of the palace, and everyone walked out of Xihua Gate, and then left the imperial city from Xi'an Gate.Xihua Gate was closed immediately because it had already passed the time to close the gates of the palace.

The street lights next to the street are bright, and the city towers far and near are brightly lit.The civil and military ministers were talking in a row, and the noisy voices eased the previous tense atmosphere.

In addition to Qian Xun, the former official of the Han Palace, the Hanlin Academy, there is also Hu Guang, a bachelor of the Hanlin Academy!

Hu Guang defected to the deposed crown prince in Hong Xi Dynasty, but he is now able to speak with Gao Xianning.

Gao Xianning has been an official in the Hanlin Academy since his reign of Yongle. He has a good personal relationship with Hu Guang.

After all, everyone is worth it in a yamen.Hu Guang's reputation in the officialdom is criticized, but he is humble and has no major problems with his work; and Gao Xianning is also a relatively easy person to get along with.

Hu Guang said as he walked: This matter must not be the intention of the saint. The saint suffered a great grievance!

Gao Xianning said seriously: Is this still necessary?Even the Marquis of Xincheng has made it clear, who else can believe it?

certainly.Hu Guang nodded quickly and said, "Tonight, the emperor treats his ministers with sincerity and heart-to-heart, which is really touching."

Gao Xianning said calmly: Today's wise ruler deserves it!Gao came out to be an official to assist the emperor, but now he is willing to do so.When the emperor encountered such a huge injustice, he was still not confused at all and quickly made a wise decision, which was beyond the reach of anyone!

Qian Xun and Hu Guang both nodded in thought.

Gao Xianning said again: The deposed crown prince suddenly died, and the people in the world must suspect that this matter is related to the emperor. There is nothing we can do about it!But what happened last night was hundreds of miles away. Tonight the emperor summoned all the ministers to make an open statement, at least the ministers should believe in the emperor.

Then those with insight will almost believe it!

The Marquis of Xincheng was right. The timing was improper and the means were too clumsy, unlike the premeditated instructions in the palace.

As the emperor said, is this matter related to the palace? Someone must know about the Jinyiwei and the Chief Listorate. The emperor can speak the words of God as a guide. If there is any falsehood, how can he face those who are informed?

The emperor is the emperor, how can he easily swear to the heaven?Moreover, the deposed prince is a serious crime, so the emperor does not need to do this.

The emperor did not cover up this matter in front of the ministers, and responded quickly, which won the trust and understanding of many civil and military ministers and people who are wise and wise!In the situation where things are no longer possible, it is admirable that the emperor can achieve this level!

Hu Guang suddenly said: No wonder the emperor mentioned last night and specifically pointed out that it was April 26th.

Gao Xianning nodded and said: That's exactly what it is.There were not only one or two witnesses about what happened last night, and the days could not be faked.

Qian Xun still frowned and said: What Gao Siqing said is extremely true. Anyone with insight can understand the truth.But those civilians do not care about many reasons?

So what?Isn’t it enough that all the ministers and scholars believe it?Gao Xianning said coldly, the sage said, "The people can be used to it, but they cannot be known."

After hearing this, the two of them agreed one after another: The Lord is really wise!

Gao Xianning quietly said: It’s not just a fool, but he can figure it out. If the deposed prince kills his father and plans to the king, he will be defeated and have no strength. At this time, life will be left unsuccessful?

If the emperor really wants his life, he must be imprisoned for at least a few years, and then said that he died of illness; why do it so ugly?!Now, it is difficult for some ministers and relatives to suspect the emperor anymore; on the contrary, it is more convincing than the statement that the deposed prince Ranji died suddenly.

Qian Xun stood on Gao Xianning's left and whispered in a very low voice: So, if it weren't for this incident, no one would dare to kill the deposed prince easily... It would be a hidden danger.

Gao Xianning did not deny it.He glanced at Hu Guang who was walking on the right, wondering if Hu Guang heard what he said just now.Although Hu Guang is an outsider, who would admit what a few people said in private?

The group walked out of Xi'an Gate and said goodbye to each other, each taking a carriage to go home first.It was getting late, and the doors were closed everywhere, so the matter could only be handled early tomorrow morning.

Gao Xianning sat in the carriage, recalling the emergencies tonight. The more he thought about them, the more he admired Zhu Gaoxu.He thought: The Lord’s response is amazing!

At this moment, the voice of a slave suddenly came from outside: Who are you? What to do?

A voice said: It's me, looking for your master.

Gao Xianning could hear the voice of Zhang Sheng, the commander of the Jinyiwei!He immediately lifted the curtain and saw a man wearing a hat and holding his hands on his chest, sitting on the back of a horse.

Ask this hero to get in the car and speak.Gao Xianning said.

Zhang Sheng bowed his fists, turned over and dismounted, threw the reins to a slave of Gao Xianning, and then walked to the back of the carriage and climbed up.Gao Xianning immediately patted the carriage and ordered: Let's go.

What's the matter with Joseph?Gao Xianning asked directly.The commander of the Jinyiwei met alone on the road in the middle of the night, which could not be just a trivial matter!

Zhang Sheng said in a deep voice: Wu Zhong mentioned in the memorial was originally a confidant eunuch of Emperor Jianwen, and he may have a close relationship with Empress Jianwen Ma.

Gao Xianning pondered for a moment, and his face changed: What?

The two looked at each other and their expressions became solemn.Gao Xianning asked: Does the emperor know about this relationship?

Zhang Sheng frowned and said: I'm afraid it's clearer than here!

The deep voice was like a kite suddenly broke its string and disappeared in an instant.

Only the sound of the horse's air and the rotation of the wheels were left.

The two of them said a few words, as if the topic was just said to be dead and could not continue.

After a while, Gao Xianning asked: "Marquis Lezhi came to see me, is he obeying the will of the Lord?"

Zhang Sheng shook his head and said: I am leaving the palace with all the ministers, and I have never seen the emperor or the palace servant again.Because of this, the matter is quite relevant, and I am afraid that Gao Siqing might not understand some old things, so I decided to inform Gao Siqing.

How can I check Dali Temple, the Ministry of Justice, and the Jinyiwei?Gao Xianning said in a daze.

Zhang Sheng said nothing.He probably doesn't know what to do.

Gao Xianning's cheeks twitched: This is even harder than I think!

He continued to ponder: Eight people were burned to death last night, and in addition to the deposed prince and his family, there were two others.The soldier who put out the fire made it clear, what happened to the eunuch Wu Zhong?This case must be investigated, and the eunuch Wu Zhong must be investigated!Once you check Wu Zhong, it is very likely that the Ma family will be involved; and the emperor once told people that the Ma family is kind!Things are about to be involved in the Lord again.

Zhang Sheng whispered: I have thought of this here too.As long as Ma is involved, no matter whether she is determined to be her sin, it has something to do with the Lord.

Gao Xianning sighed and quickly calmed down his mind: Since the Lord knows it, he must have thoughts.You and I can't make the decision on this matter, so I'll wait for the Lord's instructions.

After hearing this, Zhang Sheng nodded and said: That's good.After all, we will only set out tomorrow, and it will take some time on the road, and there will be still time.

Gao Xianning frowned and murmured: How did the emperor think about it?

Zhang Shengdao: I don’t know either.

...Zhu Gaoxu had no intention of going to bed at all.After leaving Wuying Hall, he arrived at the Rouyi Hall near the north; sat behind his huge and abrupt desk.

It’s almost three o’clock, but tonight is destined to be a long and difficult night.

At this moment, Wang Gui bowed and walked in, standing cautiously aside without saying a word.

Zhu Gaoxu looked up at him, and knew that he was a little scared, so he took the initiative to speak: Zhang Fu is still good.Although he had been the "General Pinghan" against me, he helped me a lot after the Battle of Huguang; he helped me again tonight.I should remember his benefits.

Wang Gui choked and said: The emperor treats people clearly, is generous and kind, and sincerely seeks long-term blessings for the people; but people in the world often misunderstand the emperor!I see it in my eyes, but it hurts in my heart...

Zhu Gaoxu frowned and said: Stop!Still crying?This matter is not that serious.Even if the people in the world believe that I did it, so what?Gao Chi confirmed that it was related to his father's death and that he killed his father and was ruthless; even if I killed him, I would avenge my father!Can you still make a big splash? Is your father old or your brother old old?At worst, my reputation is almost the same. People in the world say I am ruthless and cruel, but my reputation is not good anyway!

Wang Guidao: The emperor is a wise ruler and should not have such a reputation.

Zhu Gaoxu suddenly smiled bitterly, and he pondered: The imperial power I hold is supreme. Should I sit in this position to be worthy of my responsibilities or face?I've thought about this question before.

After saying that, he sighed and said: It's just a little lonely.

In the spacious hall, Zhu Gaoxu was surrounded by him.Although he had all held back his servants, he suddenly felt that it seemed deserted when he saw the spacious and a little empty hall.

Wang Gui said with red eyes: I can serve the emperor in this life, which is a blessing for the ninth generation... Will the ministers believe what the emperor said in Wuying Palace tonight?

Yes.Zhu Gaoxu nodded and said, "There are gods three feet above your head. People from the Ming Dynasty should believe this more than people in later generations."I am the emperor. If I say lies, what does it mean to say?

He also said: Zhang Fu is the son of Duke Rong, Zhang Yu, and he is also a shameless person.

Wang Gui was stunned for a moment.

Zhu Gaoxu glanced at Wang Gui: Zhang Fu was there for a long time. He not only believed me, but also believed that everyone believed it; so he dared to say that after he thought it through!Otherwise, what would court officials and the people of the world view him, without moral integrity and lack of righteousness?

Wang Gui whispered: But Wu Zhong is someone around Jianwen, and maybe he has something to do with Mrs. Ma.

Well... Zhu Gaoxu made a sound thoughtfully.A meaningless tone.