Even emperors have it tough, so don't be too picky about the entries.

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To others, these words sound like the clamor of a frustrated person.

But to Chen Shao, it sounded different.

He suddenly turned to look at Bai Bingbing and asked in a low voice:

"Could it be that this young master Huang Chao was previously jilted at marriage?"

Bai Bingbing was surprised. Even someone of His Majesty's status would refer to Huang Chao as a young master?

But this has nothing to do with her.

"There was a period of time, after all, Huang Chao had repeatedly failed the imperial examinations and was already 40 years old. Which young lady would be willing to wait for him?"

Goodness, he's got all the buffs stacked up! Annulment of engagement, death of both parents, repeated failures in the imperial examinations... He's got it all.

This kind of person, Chen Shao, seems to be the chosen one in the novel.

To eliminate future troubles, killing them is the best option.

Even those born under the guise of destiny, with a 99.999% mortality rate, can still escape.

That would completely ruin it.

A gentle approach is worse than force.

The first step in attracting talent is to seek justice for them.

Chen Shao gave Bai Bingbing a wink, and she immediately understood.

"His Majesty has arrived!"

The surrounding people were so frightened that they almost wanted to urinate and run away, but after thinking for a moment, they knelt down on the ground with a thud.

Huang Chao was stunned for a moment, then looked up and saw Chen Shao looking at him with a very warm smile.

What's he laughing at?

"Your Majesty, I have disturbed Your Majesty's presence without cause and am willing to accept my punishment."

"But the Zhao family killed my entire family. This is an irreconcilable hatred. If no one can stand up for me, I will seek justice myself."

"Of course we'll ask for it!"

Chen Shao suddenly realized that he might have been too obvious, and quickly added:

"Of course it wasn't directed at you. I just happened to be passing by today and overheard your words, but I can't bring up your case just because you disturbed His Majesty."

"That's not justice; that's a greater injustice."

"My only principle in governing the country is fairness, fairness, and above all, fairness!"

"Since you have cried out for justice, this case will be tried in its entirety by the Embroidered Uniform Guard, and the common people will be allowed to attend."

"The evidence, witnesses, and verdicts will all be made public."

"If you want justice, I will give you a justice that you can see; the rest, leave it to the law."

"All citizens of the Great Yan Dynasty receive the same treatment!"

Chen Shao's words were extremely well-chosen.

This trial is not for the sake of your dynasty's reputation, but to treat all people equally.

No one has special privileges.

Furthermore, placing the judiciary in the sunlight is extremely advanced for this era.

The people were moved to tears, and Huang Chao was also deeply touched, his eyes reddening.

"Thank you, Your Majesty..."

"No need to thank me, it's what I should do."

Chen Shao turned to look at Zhao Dehou, who immediately gave him a fawning smile.

"Your Majesty, I am Han Xiang's..."

Snapped!

Chen Shao slapped him across the face.

On one hand, he genuinely wanted to smoke, and on the other hand, it was to show Huang Chao.

Look how good I am to you. Although my words are righteous, I still favor you, you old rascal.

Don't do anything like "when my flowers bloom, all other flowers wither," that would be too disheartening.

"What, trying to use Prime Minister Han to intimidate me? Does Prime Minister Han know about this?"

Zhao Dehou was simply used to this way of speaking, and whenever he met a high-ranking official, he would start by saying: "My in-law is Han Cao."

Then you can meet officials of a higher rank.

Even a high-ranking official would give them some face.

I'm used to it, I'm used to it.

He knew nothing of what was happening in the court and thought that this newly enthroned puppet emperor would at least give him some face.

That slap made him realize the reality.

He immediately kowtowed repeatedly.

"Your Majesty, please forgive me. I had no such intention. It's just that I was wronged and I'm very indignant."

Chen Shao gave a cold laugh.

"I will not wrong any good person, nor will I let any bad person go unpunished."

"Commander Bai!"

"Your humble servant is here," Bai Bingbing replied, bowing.

"I order you to investigate this case thoroughly within two days."

Bai Bingbing gave a wry smile and still bowed her head in agreement.

She's investigated so many cases that if she can solve one, she can find some clues on the first day.

But she has been waiting for three days without finding anything, and it is likely to remain an unsolved case.

Chen Shao looked at the people.

"Everyone, you can all leave now. Come back here in two days, and the case will be solved."

The people immediately scattered like birds and beasts, and no one wanted to stay by the emperor's side.

In an era where imperial power was supreme, accidentally letting out a loud fart that offended a noble person could result in the confiscation of one's property and exile.

"Huang Dynasty".

Chen Shao put on a beaming smile again.

"The imperial examination is imminent, so you should go back and study hard. The court will give you an explanation."

Having mastered both literary and martial arts, they were sold to the emperor.

This is the second greatest dream of every scholar.

Huang Chao was no exception.

He wasn't stupid; he could easily sense the closeness His Majesty showed.

Everyone said that this emperor was capricious and acted strangely, but Huang Chao clearly felt a warm, spring-like feeling.

My whole body felt a little tingly and numb.

Tears welled up uncontrollably in my eyes.

Huang Chao kowtowed deeply.

"This humble subject thanks Your Majesty!"

......

Bai Bingbing watched the crowd disperse, then turned to Chen Shao and whispered:

"Your Majesty, please forgive my bluntness, but I'm afraid this case will be difficult to solve within two days."

Chen Shao sighed softly. Although his words had sounded powerful, they were merely a ploy to win over the people.

"What kind of business does the Zhao family run?"

"Ice offering".

Bai Bingbing replied, "The Zhao family built a huge ice cellar. In the cold winter, they would dig the river to extract ice and store it in the cellar, covering it with rice husks and sawdust. It could be stored until late summer and early autumn."

"During the sweltering summer, the royal family, nobles, and wealthy merchants of the capital city could not do without his ice, which included chilled plum juice, ice cream, and iced ice to cool them down."

"The Zhao family has connections with Han Cao, which gives them a near monopoly on the supply of ice in the capital. Their profits are extremely high, comparable to those from the salt trade."

It turned out to be the case.

Chen Shao wasn't particularly interested in this; the only thing he was struck by was that there was still no way to make ice with saltpeter here.

He shook off these irrelevant thoughts and said in a deep voice:

"Zhao Dehou wanted the Huang family mansion, and the royal palace was immediately reduced to rubble."

"He must have done this."

"But I made a boast in front of the people today, so torture can only be the last resort."

"It can only be used at the last minute."

"Let's investigate first. Tonight, you will accompany me on a nighttime raid on the Zhao residence."

"I've already tried it, it didn't work. The idea that you can overhear someone's secrets by lifting a tile only exists in novels. Who doesn't talk about their private matters in a secret underground room?"

This world is a low-level martial arts world; there are no extraordinary beings who can travel thousands of meters in the blink of an eye. Even someone like Wu Song, with a martial arts strength of 150, would find it difficult to fight against a hundred people.

"An underground chamber..."

Chen Shao's eyes lit up.

"Perhaps I have a way to solve this."

"What method?"

......

......

Bai Bingbing stared blankly, utterly astonished at Chen Shao, who was sweating profusely in front of her.

This is unbelievable! Is His Majesty a former tomb raider?

The way they dug tunnels is...so incredibly impressive!

"Your Majesty even knows this..."

"Nonsense, I can pick locks too."

Chen Shao planted the shovel in the ground and, with his hands on his hips, directed the Imperial Guards in front of him to dig a tunnel.

Fast and high quality.

Under his command, it was comparable to a small tunnel boring machine.

They found an abandoned courtyard next to the Zhao residence and spent the whole afternoon until dark. The tunnel had already led to the basement of the Zhao residence.

"The rest is up to you, Commander Bai. Quickly, listen to the sound and locate the source."

Chen Shao could only roughly locate the vicinity of the master bedroom based on the topographical map of the Zhao residence.

However, they have no idea where the secret room is located.

"Don't worry, this subordinate is a professional."

Bai Bingbing pressed her ear against the wall.

Close your eyes and listen quietly.

"On the left side, about half a zhang away, and directly above, no more than three chi away, there are two people talking, and there is the sound of string and wind instruments."

The Imperial Guards standing nearby were dumbfounded.

It would be such a waste that these two people, who hold such high positions and great power, don't engage in tomb raiding.

This teamwork... is absolutely flawless!