GBP Chapter 149 Unbelievable
Chapter 149 Unbelievable
Under imperial power, the truth is sometimes not the most important thing. The arrogance of the Wang family has already touched the bottom line of the upper class. Anything that expands too much will eventually go to the opposite side. They should not underestimate the wisdom of the emperor.
At the same time, in the Minister of War's mansion, Minister Wang and his wife were enjoying dinner. Mrs. Wang complained about the Su family's affairs, while Minister Wang tried to appease her and promised to seek justice for his son.
Just at this moment, a servant came hurriedly to report that someone was visiting the palace. This sudden news made Shangshu Wang suspicious. Was there some emergency?
"Is it His Majesty's order, or the arrangement from the Imperial Concubine?" Minister Wang asked hurriedly.
"Your Majesty," the servant replied succinctly.
A moment later, Shangshu Wang met the eunuch in the palace, who conveyed the emperor's order and asked Shangshu Wang to enter the palace immediately.
On the way, Minister Wang tentatively asked the eunuch, but he only got a mysterious smile from the eunuch: "How would I know? Your Majesty only asked me to pass on the message."
This simple answer made Shangshu Wang even more uneasy. What kind of intention was hidden behind this unknown summons?
Full of doubts and anxieties, Minister Wang stepped into the side hall next to the Golden Throne Hall with heavy steps.
The sunlight shines through the window lattice and onto the soft brocade-covered floor.
Inside the hall, a crowd had quietly gathered. The Chief Justice of the Dali Temple was dressed in an official uniform, looking dignified and solemn. The Deputy Chief Justice of the Dali Temple followed closely behind him, looking cautious.
The newly crowned Emperor has an upright posture and extraordinary temperament, and standing shoulder to shoulder with him is the elegant and refined Su Rao.
An ominous premonition suddenly arose in Minister Wang's heart.
"Your Majesty, how could the accomplice who harmed my son show up in such an occasion?" Although Minister Wang's voice was soft, it revealed an undisguised vigilance and questioning.
The emperor had a warm smile on his face.
"Your Excellency's words make sense. Judging from the appearance of Prince Yi's concubine Su Rao, she has kind eyes and is not a treacherous or evil person. I think there may be a misunderstanding. Therefore, I would like you to use your talents and wisdom to deduce it, and let all the dear ministers present here witness it together so that the truth can be revealed." The emperor's words were unquestionable.
Upon hearing this, Minister Wang's expression changed slightly. He was filled with fear of the unknown and worry about a possible unfavorable situation.
When the Dali Temple Minister heard this, he was shocked and his eyes involuntarily turned to the Dali Temple Secretary. Their eyes met, silently expressing their surprise and confusion to each other.
Does your Majesty's action imply a questioning of the fairness of the Dali Temple's judgments?
Tang Rui from the Dali Temple, after a brief moment of surprise, quickly regained his usual calmness, even with a barely perceptible hint of relief.
Facing the questioning of the imperial teacher, he remained so calm. What secret was hidden behind this?
Everyone present couldn't help but have this question in their mind.
"My Lord, let's begin." The emperor's order was concise and powerful.
Minister Wang frowned, his eyes fixed sharply on the new emperor.
This person suddenly became favored, and the Wang family has not yet had the opportunity to bring him under their wing. This undoubtedly made Shangshu Wang feel an unprecedented sense of urgency.
"Royal Master, the world is like a chess game, and appearances are often confusing. Some people may appear kind on the outside, but they may be as sinister as a venomous snake in their hearts. I hope Your Majesty will think twice before acting." Minister Wang's tone was gentle, but there was a sharpness in his words. Anyone with a discerning eye could hear the warning behind it.
Su Rao stood aside, with a barely perceptible sneer on her lips.
The Wang family's arrogance and rudeness have been fully exposed under your Majesty's nose, which is undoubtedly asking for trouble.
She glanced sideways quietly and saw that His Majesty still had a gentle smile on his face, but a barely perceptible cold light flashed in his eyes and then disappeared, leaving people wondering what he was really thinking.
In the face of Minister Wang's words, Master Junhuang did not give any response, but walked straight towards Su Rao, his deep eyes fixed on the exquisite jade flute around her neck.
Su Rao was keenly aware of the gaze and thought to herself that this was not the first time and it was definitely not a coincidence.
What is the connection between this jade flute and the gift from Prince Yi?
The emperor nodded slightly, and the old eunuch Luo quickly handed over a piece of blood-stained cloth to Master Jun.
Su Rao secretly speculated in her heart that this piece of cloth most likely belonged to Wang Zixin.
Master Junhuang took the cloth, closed his eyes, frowned on his handsome face, his complexion turned extremely pale, and beads of sweat gradually seeped out of his forehead.
After a moment, he opened his eyes again, his eyes were full of fatigue, as if he had just experienced a long mental journey.
"Your Majesty, I have seen something." Jun Ruxu's voice was a little hoarse, but it revealed an unquestionable firmness.
The emperor's eyes were burning as he asked, "Jun Qing, what did you see?"
"I saw that a fat and short man intended to harm Her Majesty, and Her Majesty fought desperately. At the critical moment, another man appeared and killed the man, which shocked Her Majesty greatly." Jun Ruxu said slowly.
"You mean, Concubine Su has nothing to do with the tragedy of Wang Qing's son?" There was a hint of expectation in the emperor's voice.
Jun Ruxu nodded solemnly: "Your Majesty is also a victim."
Su Rao was secretly surprised. What Master Jun Huang described was exactly the same as what she had experienced herself. Was this a coincidence or did he really have the ability to see into the past?
If he could really see into the past, then did he also know about her secret conversation with Fang Mo?
Does his choice of silence mean that he is helping in secret?
Minister Wang's expression became increasingly ugly, and he questioned, "Your Majesty, isn't this ability to see into the past too incredible?"
The emperor's expression instantly turned cold as ice: "You, my Lord, saved me from danger single-handedly, but you find it strange?"
The emperor's majesty was like a substance, instantly filling the entire side hall. Shangshu Wang suddenly felt a great pressure. Realizing that he had made a mistake, he quickly knelt on the ground and eagerly apologized to the emperor: "Your Majesty, it was my fault. I had no other intention. The words of the Imperial Master must have a deeper meaning. Perhaps, there was a deviation in the investigation of the Dali Temple?"
As soon as Minister Wang finished speaking, he was eager to shift the blame to the Dali Temple.
The Dali Temple Minister was so smart that he immediately pointed the finger at the Dali Temple Secretary: "Sir Tang, have you misled me?"
Tang Rui, on the other hand, seemed unusually calm, with even a barely perceptible smile on his face: "I admit that I made a mistake in my judgment, and I am willing to accept your majesty's punishment."
The emperor's eyes swept over everyone present one by one, and finally announced the decision: "The Dali Temple Secretary failed to investigate the case effectively, and he will be stripped of his official position and must reflect deeply."
Tang Rui responded calmly: "Thank you for your forgiveness, Your Majesty."
"Okay, everyone leave, Jun Qing stay." The emperor's words could not be refuted. Obviously, the matter ended here and would not be pursued further.