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Chapter 26: Pleading for Guo Youzhi, Si Lili Enters the Palace

Emperor Qing glanced at him coldly and turned to look at Li Chengqian.

"Prince, what do you think about this matter?"

An invisible aura was coming, and Li Chengqian felt great pressure as he looked at Emperor Qing's expressionless face.

He hesitated for two seconds, then said slowly: "Father, the rules of the court cannot be violated. I believe that we should enforce the law impartially."

"Good! As a prince, he is upright and honest, not bad!"

Emperor Qing praised him and his eyes immediately fell on Li Chengze.

"Second brother, how do you think this matter should be handled?"

"Father, I support His Royal Highness the Crown Prince. The laws of the country are ruthless and we cannot favor anyone!"

Li Chengze bowed slightly.

Guo Baokun is a member of the prince's party, and since Li Chengqian doesn't even speak up for him, why should he step forward?

"Okay, Second Brother, you are impartial and fair. I really didn't make a mistake in your choice!"

Emperor Qing praised him and his eyes fell on Li Chengze again.

"Old Third, how do you think we should decide this matter?"

As soon as these words were spoken, the entire imperial study fell into silence.

Everyone's eyes were focused on Li Chengping. Even Guo Youzhi, who had been kowtowing continuously, stopped and raised his head carefully, his eyes full of anticipation.

One word from the other party may very likely determine the lives of everyone in the Guo family!

Li Chengping bowed slightly.

"Father, although this matter is serious, considering that Minister Guo has worked tirelessly for the Qing Kingdom over the years, you can handle it with discretion."

As soon as the words fell, the room fell silent.

Emperor Qing glanced at them indifferently, his cold eyes sweeping back and forth over several people, finally stopping on Guo Youzhi.

"Guo Youzhi, considering the long-standing relationship between you and me as king and subject, I will spare your son's life today!"

"But as a father, you failed to discipline him strictly. Even if he tried to assassinate the prince in the street, this is a serious crime. From today on, you will be dismissed from your position as Minister of Revenue and imprisoned in the Ministry of Justice!"

"Death penalty can be avoided, but living crime cannot be avoided!"

"From today on, all the property of the Guo family will be confiscated by the national treasury. Guo Youzhi, I allow you to go back and say goodbye to your family!"

After the voice fell, Guo Youzhi finally breathed a sigh of relief.

"Thank you, Your Majesty, for your grace! Thank you, Your Majesty..."

Guo Youzhi kowtowed several times.

Emperor Qing didn't say anything. He waved his hand to let Guo Youzhi leave, then slowly stood up. An invisible aura emanated from his body, covering the entire room.

"Your Highness, listen to my order. I order you to lead the palace guards to confiscate Guo Youzhi's property. Second Brother, you will follow and assist the Crown Prince in handling the matter."

"My son, I obey."

After the two left, Emperor Qing looked at Li Chengping and his face darkened.

"Third brother, you acted too radically this time. I will punish you by confining you to the mansion for half a month and deducting your salary for a year!"

"My son, I obey."

Li Chengping nodded, stood up and left.

This punishment was not painful at all for him.

Anyway, he often stays at home reading books. Not to mention not going out for half a month, even a month is not a big deal.

As for the one-year salary deduction, don't worry about it. It doesn't cost much anyway.

After the three of them left, Emperor Qing's gaze fell on Mei Zhili, and he personally stepped forward to help him up.

"Your Majesty, minister..."

Mei Zhili wanted to say something, but was stopped by Emperor Qing before the words came to his lips.

"Okay, I know this matter has nothing to do with you, don't be nervous. You are one of the few old ministers who have followed me. You have worked hard over the years."

Emperor Qing said with a smile.

"Your Majesty, I am not tired. It is my honor to share your worries."

Mei Zhili's eyes were filled with tears and his face was filled with excitement. He didn't expect that Emperor Qing still remembered him, an old minister. "If I remember correctly, you will be sixty-five after the Chinese New Year, right?" Emperor Qing said with a smile.

"Your Majesty, I am only sixty-three this year." Mei Zhili said subconsciously.

As soon as he said this, he suddenly realized something and fell to his knees.

"Your Majesty, I was mistaken. I am already sixty-five years old this year, and my eyesight is dim now. I am sure that Your Majesty will allow me to resign and return home."

"Well, I agree. Considering your old age and frailty, I will not have to write a memorial. Go back now."

"Thank you, Your Majesty, for your kindness!"

Mei Zhili knelt down to thank him, suppressed the sadness in his heart, and left with staggering steps.

Looking at Mei Zhili's gradually receding figure, Emperor Qing's expression suddenly became cold and he called Eunuch Hou into the house.

"Please pay more attention to Mei Zhili and make some arrangements after he leaves Beijing. It's hard for him to walk when he's old. Please help!"

……

The discussion in the Imperial Study ended, and the Guo Baokun incident also came to an end.

Inside Guangxin Palace.

After confiscating Guo Youzhi's property, Li Chengqian immediately found Li Yunrui and told him what had happened in the imperial study.

Li Yunrui frowned and asked, "Why don't you plead for Guo Youzhi?"

"Aunt, my father was very angry at that time. I didn't dare to bring bad luck upon myself!" Li Chengqian said with a wry smile.

Li Yunrui smiled faintly.

"You have done the wrong thing. If His Majesty really wanted to punish everyone in the Guo Mansion, he would not ask you this question."

"Guo Baokun has been by your side since the beginning. As the Minister of Rites, Guo Youzhi has also spoken a lot for you in the court over the years."

"Now that you didn't say anything to persuade them after they got into trouble, but instead demanded that the law be enforced impartially, what will the rest of your men think in the future?"

Li Chengqian finally came to his senses and a look of regret appeared on his face.

"So that's how it is. No wonder Guo Baokun didn't treat me well when I led people to confiscate the Guo family's property."

"Did you give Guo Youzhi's family any convenience during the process of confiscating the property?" Li Yunrui asked.

"Aunt, I have thought about this, but the second brother is watching me, so there is nothing I can do!" Li Chengqian said helplessly.

"That's a pity. It seems that the third brother is the ultimate winner of this game. But you don't have to be discouraged. This little thing doesn't mean anything."

at the same time.

In the Second Prince's residence, Li Chengze and Xie Bian were laughingly sharing what happened in the imperial study.

"Your Highness, why don't you speak up for Guo Youzhi? The Guo family will surely be grateful to you. They may even have some dirty laundry on the crown prince."

Xie Bian couldn't help but say.

"Bi'an, you can see this obvious thing, don't I understand it? However, considering my status, it is not enough to change the will of the emperor."

"Even if he wants to hear someone plead for mercy, that's not my answer." Li Chengze smiled faintly.

He knew Emperor Qing very well, and he knew his own abilities even better.

at the same time.

Zuixianju, second floor.

Si Lili stood in front of the window, looking at the people coming and going on the opposite side of Liujing River, as if waiting for something.

Suddenly, there was a noisy sound coming from the corridor outside, and then the door of Si Lili's room was opened.

The madam walked into the house with Zhao Gao, all smiling.

"Miss Lili, Butler Zhao from Prince Wen's Mansion is here!"

Si Lili was startled and walked forward quickly. Just as she was about to salute, she was stopped by Zhao Gao.

"Miss Lili, there is no need to be so polite. I am here to take you to the palace on the orders of the prince."

As soon as these words came out.

The madam and the brothel girls who followed behind to watch the fun all showed envy on their faces.

Born in a brothel and entering the palace, this is like a chicken turning into a phoenix!

(End of this chapter)