Chapter 272: Sudden Accusation
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Leng Yanxi stared at him. I don't think he's telling a lie. This person is even more impressed.
But it's important to get down to business. He asked. Then what is the matter with you now coming to see this king?"
"Lord Wang. Xia Guan came to report more than 30 officials from all over Jiangnan. They were corrupt and deducted taxes from the court. Disobedience to the Holy Order. Unauthorized collection of taxes. As a result, the people of Jiangnan are living in dire straits." Wu Youdao listened to him and asked. The face is straight. Raise your head violently. A look of being out of the box.
"You have proof of this." Leng Yanxi's face was gloomy. But in my heart I was happy. If you are really sleepy, someone will give you a pillow. I'm thinking about what to do without evidence. And here he came.
Sure enough, Wu Youdao immediately took out a volume of account books on his own." Xia Guan has evidence. Otherwise, how dare you talk nonsense in front of the prince.
These are the taxes collected in our county recorded by the lower officials in the past two years. And every official document has been preserved. It can be used as evidence."
"So to speak. Your county government has also overcharged this part." Leng Yanxi took it. But I didn't forget to ask.
"Before, Xia Guan originally refused to levy it. Because of the holy decree, the taxes in Jiangnan have been reduced and reduced a lot. But they still charge at the same rate.
The lower officer refused because of this. But then he issued an official document. So the lower officials also had to take it. It can only be charged at the original rate. But the official documents were all kept." Wu Youdao didn't have the slightest expression of fear. It seems to be stating only one fact.
"You have left all the official documents that come and go." The Thirteenth Prince asked in surprise.
"Exactly. And not only did I save that. All the expenses of our county that are not equal to the in-kind officials have also written them down. And every one of them has an official document." Wu Youdao nodded yes.
The Thirteen Princes' eyes immediately lit up." Where are those official documents now?"
"In the lower official's mansion. It's been sorted out. If you want to see it, you can pick it up at any time." Wu Youdao saw that they were really interested. There was a hint of joy on his face.
Leng Yanxi waved his hand. There's no rush for this first. This king is here to ask you. If you do this, you won't be afraid of offending your colleagues and provoking them to retaliate.
Besides, how dare you be sure that this king will be interested in these. I can't say it's just a formality."
"These subordinates don't know. I don't know if these officials have anything to do with the prince. I'm here to gamble. If the bet wins. All the people of Jiangnan will benefit." Wu Youdao lowered his head. But it also showed almost apprehension.
"What if you lose?" Su Yirong also understood what Leng Yanxi meant. Asked directly for him.
"If you lose the bet. It's just the loss of the lives of the superiors. But the life of the lower officials may be exchanged for the people in Jiangnan who are getting more and more miserable from the dire situation. It's worth it." Wu Youdao smiled bitterly. Obviously, I also care about life and death.
Leng Yanxi listened to his righteous and awe-inspiring words. He didn't show any special expressions. Just keep asking." Then you can guess for yourself. Do you have a better chance of winning or losing?"
Originally, a few people guessed that no matter how upright he was. At this time, in front of Leng Yanxi, how can you say that you have a better chance of winning.
But no one thought about it. But he spoke." The subordinate felt that he was bound to lose."
The three of them were shocked at the same time. Leng Yanxi also asked with a cold face. You are so sure that the king will not deal with them. Or do you think I'm also in collusion with them?"
Wu Youdao listened and kowtowed. The prince misunderstood the meaning of the lower official.
Since the prince is interested in those official documents. It can be proved that he came to Jiangnan to handle the case sincerely. But no matter how much the prince is, it is impossible to investigate all the more than 30 officials in Jiangnan at once. Plus there's the people behind them. There must also be a lot of rights.
Even if the move is won. After the fact, they will definitely not let go of the lower officials. That's why Xia Guan said that Xia Guan was decided. Even if the prince finds out the case. The lower officials are also bound to die."
At this time, Leng Yanxi was really a little shocked. He really didn't expect Wu Youdao to think so far. But even Leng Yanxi himself had to admit that what he said was right.
But what I admire him is that I know this. But he still dares to come. Such courage and courage are not something that ordinary people can have.
Come to think of it. Leng Yanxi looked down. There is a gap in the king's men. I just don't know if you want to."
Listened to Leng Yanxi's words. Wu Youdao was surprised for a while. Look up at Leng Yanxi. I was stunned for a moment.
Su Yirong laughed and joked. It seems that Lord Wu is unwilling."
"No. The lower officials are willing. Xie Wang Ye saved the official's life." Wu Youdao hurriedly knelt down again. I couldn't help but have a little surprise on my face.
Look at what he looks like. Leng Yanxi couldn't help but laugh. Hurry up. An upright official like you. The more I snow the better. Helped us so much again. How can this king watch you be ostracized by others?"
Seeing him move so much that he almost cried bitterly. Su Yirong shook his head and smiled. It's too easy to get satisfied thinking about this official." You don't have to thank him now. As long as you are still so upright in the future. The prince will definitely treat you well. But if you have done something corrupt and perverted the law? Don't blame the prince for being ruthless."
"Princess, rest assured. The lower officials will definitely not be like this." Wu Youdao immediately reassured.
"Wu Youdao. Since you dare to hand these over to me and Sixth Brother. Do you dare to confront them face to face?" The Thirteenth Prince suddenly interjected and asked.
"Dare. Why don't you dare. The lower officials are at odds with those people." Wu Youdao immediately straightened his waist when he heard this, and said loudly.
"Good. Now the king will send all of them with you to fetch the documents. After picking it up, go straight to the front office. Settle these accounts with them today." The Thirteen Princes patted the table and stood up. Say it out loud.
"The subordinate obeys." Wu Youdao showed joy on the horse. Withdrawing with the people of the Thirteen Princes. I'm going to get his official documents.
Look at the back of him leaving. Su Yirong couldn't help but sigh a little. I really didn't expect it. There really are such incorruptible officials in this world."
"That's how you believe what he's saying is true." Leng Yanxi looked at her in surprise.
Su Yirong laughed. These things are your business. Believe that you believed his word. but there is no one who believes in him absolutely. Someone will definitely check him out later."
"You've seen it through." Leng Yanxi couldn't help but laugh when he heard this. After thinking for a moment, he asked. Do you think what he said is all true?"
"I'm very optimistic about him. If you don't believe it at first. But after he answered your words. I believed him a little more." Su Yirong smiled. Look at the cold hot tide. You can see it in his gaze. He is the same as himself. I really believed.
"Sixth brother. We're going to the antechamber now. It's better to wait for Wu Youdao to come back." The Thirteen Princes looked at the two of them and directly forgot about themselves. I can't help but be dissatisfied.
Dissatisfaction is dissatisfaction. But they didn't even dare to protest. You can only ask directly about the matter. to show their presence.
"Go now. Chilled them all night. It's time to meet you." Leng Yanxi stood up as he spoke. Turning his head to look at Su Yirong. Laughed." Do you want to go and see the excitement?"
"Okay. But I didn't have breakfast after waking up. I just don't know if I can send someone to the front hall to listen and eat at the same time." Su Yirong nodded. But he suddenly looked at the two of them with a wicked smile.
"The sixth sister-in-law's idea is more." When the Thirteen Princes heard this, they immediately understood what she meant. I laughed too.
The officers spent the night in the antechamber. And this night was no longer than usual. There are only guards in the antechamber. Not even a maid. The duty of the guards is only to guard over the officials. Do not leave half a step. but they are not obliged to serve them; Of course, these people did not dare to ask them any conditions.
Came down overnight. It's tired and tired. The stomach must be empty. When the time comes, Su Yirong will have breakfast there. They must be quite uncomfortable in their hearts.
The three of them made their way to the antechamber. And when they saw them, they came out; The face is really complicated. On one side is the mood of finally relief. On the other hand, they are becoming more and more worried.
Looking at the different minds of the officials below. Leng Yanxi didn't rush to take out the account books. Instead, he looked at everyone with a smile on his face and said. You've had a hard night. The king is here to apologize to all of you."
When they heard this, they didn't even dare to say. But Leng Yanxi said with a smile. I'm the same as everyone here. By the emperor's will. Come and investigate. Please forgive me for the offense.
This was delayed overnight. Everyone is tired too. Why don't we have breakfast and then get down to business."
Although everyone was really hungry and pressed their chests against their backs. But there's a knife hanging over his head. Where can I eat. Immediately someone said. Rajah. I'm not hungry yet. Let's get down to business first. Now that the prince has checked the account books. Is that already ascertained?"
Leng Yanxi listened but waved his hand. These are not in a hurry. You are not hungry, Ben Ben and the princess are hungry. After eating first. Let's get down to business."
But as soon as his voice fell. Breakfast was served. The three of them are not welcome. And he ate it in front of everyone.
Bursts of aroma came. The people who had not eaten all night swallowed their saliva. But he didn't dare to mention this hungry word. I could only watch the three of them eat slowly.
"Lord Wang. This Jiangnan rice is delicious. It's even more delicious than the one in the capital. But I don't know if this rice is expensive." Su Yirong ate some. And he put it down. looked at Leng Yanxi with a bit of coquettishness.
"This is a question that the king can't answer. But here are so many Jiangnan officials. I guess someone knows." Leng Yanxi looked at the people below casually.
The more he was like this, the more people couldn't figure out Leng Yanxi's intentions. But no one dares to be careless. And listened to his questioning. They looked at each other and didn't know how to answer.