Rice is like buying pearls, wages are like bundles of cinnamon, and meat is like jade, which is what outsiders describe as the price of Chang'an City is high and unlivable. Therefore, in the early stage of the annual year, Chang'an City suddenly has more than 10,000 people even the township tributes and followers, and the scene in each square is very different.

Because Chang'an City has a saying that the west is rich and the east is noble, the northwest of the west city is mostly a place where Hu people live, and the east of Zhuque Street has the best human geography. However, the east of the East City, south of the Daming Palace, is the place where the royal family and eunuchs live, and from the south of the sixth horizontal street to the south of the Suzaku Street, the twelve miles of the square are connected by cultivation and planting, and they are sparsely populated. As a result, the most choices for the lifters are those in the middle of the East City.

However, on this day, which is close to the Daming Palace, there have been few lifters in the Anxing Fang, the morning drum has not sounded, the door has not been opened, and there are already three or four white-shirted scholars quietly looking at the aconitum door of Song Jing's house in the northwest corner. Song Jing has never liked to enter and exit from a large number of subordinates, so when the morning drum finally sounded and the aconite door of the Song Mansion slowly opened, I saw more than a dozen riders in the middle of the horse surrounded by Song Jing in a purple robe on the horse slowly came out. Song Jing, who is in his fifties, is still in his prime, with a white pen on his crown and no smile on his face. Compared with Yao Chong, some people often say that he is not angry and arrogant, he is noncommittal about this, but he still smiles with pity. At this moment, he was still thinking about the unsustainable prohibition of bad money on horseback, and his brows tightened unconsciously.

"Song Xiangguo!"

This sudden shouting suddenly made Song Jing come back to his senses. Seeing that a few white-shirted men suddenly rushed out in front of the horse, he hurriedly stopped the servants who were about to come forward and scold, and then asked in a deep voice: "Why are you blocking the way?"

"Shannan Dongdao Township Gongjin Shi Peng, visit Song Xiangguo."

The first person made a head, and the other three naturally signed up to salute. However, when Jihua was good, in the face of the iron-faced Song Xiangguo, who was said to be fearless, the four of them couldn't help but feel furious in their hearts. However, seeing that Song Jing's face was already unhappy, Peng Ji, who was the leader, remembered that he was overjoyed after hearing Du Shiyi's words at Wang Qiniang's house in Pingkangfang yesterday, and no one refused to let others take the lead, so after discussing it, he ran to a guest house in Anxingfang and stayed overnight to wait for the rabbit and discuss today's affairs, he couldn't help but take a deep breath, and then raised his head and stepped forward.

"I heard that Song Xiangguo is selfless and never favoritism, so I asked to see you together! In the past, Ma Chong, the general of ten thousand cavalry, killed people during the day, and Chang'an City was in an uproar for a while, but it was such a conclusive crime, he was out of the criminal department, but Pei Yuan, who was the main punishment, was bullied, and there was even more luck in the court and the central government to try to reduce Ma Chong! Torturers, public weapons also; Prisoner, Dharma Dao also. Although we are white, we know that justice comes first, and laws and regulations come first! If such a thing comes at the feet of the Son of Heaven, wouldn't it be for other state and county generals in the world to follow suit?"

Since Peng Ju had made a good start, seeing that Song Jing's face was a little pale, the other three people were also bold. A scholar in his early forties behind Peng Zhi also said deeply: "Not long ago, I heard that there were people in Yulin Weizhong outside Chang'an City who robbed and killed Du Jiulang who returned to Beijing to take the Jingzhao Mansion test because of personal vendettas, and this time there was Ma Chong who killed people, which shows how important this discipline is!" Although we are soft-spoken, we have to sue Song Xiangguo. ”

When the other two also stepped forward one by one to plead their grievances, Song Jing rubbed his lips and mustache thoughtfully, and finally nodded lightly: "As a township tribute, it is very good to have this concern for the country and the people." I know about this, you can go back and review your homework well, so that you can take the exam in the first month of the next day. ”

These two sentences made the four of them only feel a rush of enthusiasm to their brains, not to mention the ecstatic energy. Fortunately, they all bowed their heads to thank the teachings, and Song Jing was on the horse, the sky was dim at this time, and the lights could only illuminate the way, and they couldn't see the gaffe expressions of the four people below, and they didn't care too much. When he walked by the side of these four people, and walked out of the west gate of Anxingfang to the north towards Daming Palace, the iron-masked prime minister was genuinely sinking like water.

After the early dynasty, as usual, important ministers entered the cabinet, that is, they went to the Zichen Hall to discuss important government affairs. When the monarch and ministers came to an end of their discussion of politics, Li Longji asked for food and drink outside as usual, but Song Jing leaned over and said: "The minister still has something to tell Bixia." ”

Song Jing's opening made not only Su Ying, who had been partnering with him for a while, but also everyone else couldn't help but chuckle in their hearts. Song Jing's temper is upright and he doesn't have anything to say, but those admonitions not only hit the Son of Heaven, but sometimes he will also clash with them, and the pain after eating it will be light for a few days, and the heavy one will even simply pour a year and a half for three years and five years. After looking at each other, seeing that Li Longji did not mean to leave them to observe, everyone had to retreat and leave one by one. Su Ying, who was walking on Zuihou's head, wanted to give Song Jing a reminder or two, but it was obvious that people did not squint, so he could only sigh in his heart.

Song Jing, now is not the time for you to just return to Beijing to take over the phase!

From a sinister servant who became a son recognized by his father, and then became a scholar and a first, virtuous and square, etc., Su Song is certainly talented and brilliant, but he has a very clear account in his heart. He and Song Jing entered the same dynasty as each other, but after all, he was in an auxiliary position, and he was respectful and obedient to Song Jing's drastic measures, but he became more and more worried in the past two years. A forbidden evil money, how many powerful people who have offended to mint money in private, as for the outspoken behavior in front of the Son of Heaven like now, I don't know how many people will gnash their teeth!

Where did Song Jing know about Su Ting's thoughts. When the ministers retreated, and there were only one or two close servants in front of the Son of Heaven, he owed himself again, and bluntly said that Ma Chong, the general of ten thousand horses, killed people during the day. Li Longji already knew his temperament, but even if he was prepared in his heart, when Song Jing's sharp words came out, he still couldn't help but change his complexion drastically.

"Among the North Gate Forbidden Army, there are now countless heroes of Tang Yuan, among which the good and the bad are mixed, and the two things before and after this time are not even more than a month apart, which can be seen! They have won the trust of Bixia and have been given high positions, so they should try their best to repay each other and restrain their subordinates, but what about now? When a subordinate commits a serious crime, not only does he not think about it, but he wants to cover up his crime, and even threatens the chief, if it goes on like this, who can control it?"

The words are good words, which can be said from Song Jing's mouth, but they are extremely harsh. Even Gao Lishi, who had always been at odds with the generals of the North Gate Forbidden Army, couldn't help but shake his head secretly. Li Longji's complexion changed several times, and he was about to say a perfunctory sentence, but when he saw Song Jingna's sharp eyes looking directly at him without giving in, he immediately swallowed back the words that came to his mouth.

"This is indeed intolerable...... Who's in prison now?"

"Back to Bixia, it's Pei Kuan, a member of the Criminal Department."

"Well, I know." After writing down the name, Li Longji bowed his head and said, "I will personally inquire into this matter, and if anyone wants to lenient, I will not tolerate it." As he spoke, he glanced at Gao Lishi, and instructed with a smile, "Lux write down, Song Qing's advice, and reward the ten ends of the silk." ”

Although Song Jing was stubborn, he finally thanked him and left. As soon as he left, Li Longji immediately frowned, stood up and walked back and forth with his hands behind his back for a while, before he suddenly said to himself: "Song Jing's temper ......"

Gao Lishi, who is the most proficient in judging the situation, was shocked at first when he heard this half-sentence, and hesitated for a moment, but did not interject after all. And after such a sentence, Li Longji didn't say anything else, and went straight back to the inner palace. This time, he didn't go to Queen Wang's Hanliang Palace, nor did he go to Concubine Wu Hui's Zilan Palace, but went straight to Concubine Zhao Li's Chengxiang Palace. When he arrived at the door, he saw everyone coming out surrounded by a young man with beautiful eyebrows, but it was not the crown prince Li Ying?

"Erlang came to see your aunt?"

Li Ying is now fourteen, and her eyebrows and eyes are cool Zhao Lifei, but Yingwu is somewhat similar to her father. At this moment, after bowing deeply, he lowered his head and replied respectfully, "Yes, Grandpa." ”

"Well, I heard that you have been making great progress in your studies recently, don't delay, go back to the East Palace to study. In the first month of next year, I plan to perform a yuan service for you, and then you will be an adult. ”

Since his father spoke, although Li Ying wanted to stay and talk a few words with his father and mother, it can be seen that Li Longji carefully instructed his attendant to say a lot of words, he struggled again and again, and finally took the order to leave. But when he turned around and saw that Li Longji had already gone up the steps, he suddenly had a thought, and quietly chased after him and grabbed Gao Lishi, who was a few steps behind the Son of Heaven.

Gao Lishi was startled at first, but when he saw that it was Li Ying, he hurriedly glanced at the others, and then followed Li Ying quietly to the side, but asked with a smile: "What does Lang Jun command?"

"You are usually by Grandpa's side, why don't you ask Grandpa to come to visit Grandpa often!" Thinking that the former glamorous mother has now withered to the point that she no longer has the beauty she used to have, and then thinking about the so many pets in her father's harem, Li Ying's tone couldn't help but be a little resentful, "Some minor illnesses just can't see the imperial doctor, why can't you recruit another famous doctor?"

These childish words made the corners of Gao Lishi's mouth droop slightly, however, he still smiled and said that he tried his best, until he saw Li Ying turn around and gradually drift away surrounded by those palace attendants, he remembered that Concubine Zhao Li was the most favored, her son was crowned the prince, and her father and brother were all high-ranking officials from the end, and he couldn't help but shake his head.

In the Chengxiang Palace, Li Longji, who had been waiting for a long time, finally saw a group of palace maids hugging a woman out. Seeing that Concubine Zhao Li was dressed up to greet her, his eyebrows and eyes were the same as back then, and he couldn't help but feel a little like a world away. However, knowing that Concubine Zhao Li was just supporting herself, and seeing that she still had to recruit people to play and dance, he shook his head, only motioned for her to sit down beside him, and said with a smile: "After many years, our son is also so old." ”

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At the mention of her son, Zhao Lifei, who was originally just fighting spirits, suddenly had a more moving look in her eyes. There are no lower people in the palace than her, although her father and brother are big officials, they have no power and no power, they can't help her, and the only thing she can count on is this only son Li Ying. Fortunately, Li Ying was canonized as the prince all the way, and she was diligent and studious, but it was the greatest comfort in her heart!

"What San Lang said is that when his son grows up, the concubine will leave one day, and he will have no regrets."

"Why do you say these discouraged words? I see your charming style, not less than back then. Li Longji naturally took Concubine Zhao Li in his arms, and said with a pleasant face, "Don't be bored in the Chengxiang Hall all day long, you might as well go out for a walk and sit with others." Wasn't you a frequent visitor to the king?"

"The concubine is now a sick person, Her Royal Highness the Queen is in charge of the harem, and she is good at exploring poetry papers with Liu Jieyu, how can the concubine bother?" Concubine Zhao Lifei thought of the deserted jiashi in Chengxiang Hall now, and then recalled the door when the prince was first sealed, she only felt sour and astringent, and immediately sneered, "As for others to avoid it, where are you willing to let me step into the door?" Only Concubine Hui often comes to ask for warmth in person, and sends all kinds of medicinal herbs and home remedies again and again, but I, a waste person, can't give anything back!"

Hearing this, Li Longji frowned slightly, and then stretched out casually: "Since Concubine Hui often comes, you might as well go often after you get a little better, and after you relax, maybe your body will be healthy." ”

From after lunch to the whole afternoon, Li Longji was always in the Chengxiang Palace, and the news spread everywhere, which caused an uproar among the concubines. Only Concubine Wu Hui, who was pruning the flower branches sent from the greenhouse in the palace and preparing to insert the bottle, quietly trimmed the flower in her hand neatly and inserted it into the bottle, so she smiled and nodded.

"Concubine Li is finally here!"