How did I become king

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Seeing Lu Gan's strange expression, Zhao Xuanji raised his eyebrows and asked.

"No! Father!"

Lu Gan shook his head, his expression was a little emotional: "My son is just thinking that once the identity is revealed tomorrow, the princes and Princess Mingyue may look very exciting."

"Huh? Bright moon?"

Zhao Xuanji stared at Lu Gan meaningfully: "You can take care of Mingyue's affairs by yourself, let's go, go back to the palace."

"Yes."

Lu Gan clapped his hands and followed Zhao Xuanji out of the dungeon.

Then, soar into the sky.

The next day.

On November 26, the chill picked up.

A thin layer of frost fell on Yujing.

Before dawn, the civil and military officials in Yujing got up early and rushed to the palace in the faint morning light.

At this moment, Su Qiuyu, the head of the civil servants, was dressed in a unicorn official robe, standing outside the vermilion palace gate, with his eyes slightly closed, resting his eyes, waiting for the palace gate to open.

"Prime Minister Su."

A slightly fat middle-aged man came over and said hello.

"Morning Fang Shangshu."

Su Qiuyu opened her eyes when she heard the sound, stroked her short three-inch beard under her jaw, and smiled slightly.

Seeing his ruddy complexion, the middle-aged man couldn't help sighing: "Prime Minister Su is really unruffled in times of danger, I feel ashamed. Last night, I heard that the Brave King was imprisoned. I was so worried that I didn't sleep all night, so I had to go to the Mansion of the Brave King I took a look at Youxue."

This person is Fang Zi, the head of the Fang family's seven Jinshi, who is the Minister of the Ministry of Officials.

Su Qiuyu smiled: "The brave king's merits and demerits are in His Majesty's heart, and we, as courtiers, only need to report the truth, and leave everything to His Majesty's holy judgment."

"Prime Minister Su is right, it's the old man who is worrying too much."

Fang Zi nodded, looking a little calm.

The conversation between these two people spread to the ears of all civil and military officials around, each had their own thoughts, and they all looked a little expectant.

The news of Youzhou King's rebellion spread yesterday, and the entire Yujing City exploded.

In today's morning court, it is estimated that there will be a long time of quarreling over this matter, but in the end, it is up to His Majesty to make a decision.

Thinking about it carefully, the brave king should not die, but he might be confiscated or even demoted to a commoner if he has a title and fiefdom.

"The time has come! Open the palace gate!"

At this moment, a clear drink sounded in the imperial city, reaching the ears of civil and military officials.

bang.

As the vermilion gate opened, the slightly cold sunlight shone in, illuminating the entire long white jade steps leading to the Qianyuan Hall transparently.

The jade dragon carved on the top is shining brightly in the sun, as if it is about to come alive and fly into the sky.

Afterwards, all the ministers took out their official badges, and after being inspected by the gatekeepers, they let them go one by one, filed in, and walked quickly to Qianyuan Hall.

After entering the palace, all the officials saw a group of princes and Jiji's princess present.

Looking at it again, behind the bead curtain, Linglong's figure is indistinct, and it seems that several noble concubines have also arrived.

The civil and military officials couldn't help being surprised, so they didn't whisper to each other, and stood in their respective pits, waiting for His Majesty's arrival.

Soon, the three generals of Zhen Haijun, Northwest Army, and Huben Army entered the palace together.

After waiting for another cup of tea, the palm print eunuch finally shouted: "Your Majesty is here, and the Queen Mother is here."

Hearing the sound, everyone was taken aback again, and their hearts couldn't help but thump.

Such a big formation, could it be...

Under the suspicious eyes of everyone, Zhao Xuanji was dressed in a bright yellow dragon robe, walking like a dragon and walking like a tiger, with a calm expression and a hale and hearty look. The Empress Dowager, wearing a dragon's head and a cane, walked out of the inner hall, climbed up the steps and sat down.

"I will pay my respects to Your Majesty and the Empress Dowager."

Under Su Qiuyu's leadership, all the civil and military officials clapped their hands together and bowed slightly in salute.

"Excuse me."

On the dragon chair, Zhao Xuanji waved his hand casually, his eyes swept around the people in the hall, and fell on Su Qiuyu: "Su Qing's family, what's the important thing today?"

"Returning to Your Majesty, the memorial with the most six departments in the cabinet is the rebellion of King Youzhou. I have written all the opinions of all parties in the memorial."

Su Qiuyu took out a memorial from her bosom.

As soon as Zhao Xuanji raised his hand, he directly took the leaflet, flipped through it and glanced at ten lines quickly, with a smile on his face: "It seems that all the Qing family think that the king of Youzhou deserves to die. In this leaflet, there is no One piece of advice, wanting to kill the King of Youzhou."

The ministers nodded secretly when they heard the words.

Sure enough, none of the colleagues in the palace is a fool.

What happened was very clear, just because the two true biographies of Zhengdaomeng were going to kill King Youzhou, he was afraid that he would be drowned by the saliva of the people all over the world as soon as he left the palace gate.

At this time, Zhao Xuanji casually put down the booklet and asked: "Among the booklets, there are the most opinions that merit should be paid off, the title of fief should be taken back, and the title of a commoner should be relegated. However, there are also officials who think that the punishment should be heavier and exiled for three thousand miles. , sent to the army for three years. Su Qing's family, what do you think?"

"Your Majesty, I feel that the king of Youzhou beheaded Han Bai, Bai Yuzhu, exterminated the four great gentry families in Youzhou, put down the rebellion of Yunze Kingdom, Xiahoushang, and Ghost Luo Kingdom, and made great contributions to saving his family. Now, in order to frighten Xiaoxiao, he beheaded The true biography of the two Zhengyimeng directly rebelled and established themselves as the emperor. It feels like a young man who acted impulsively, and then took the initiative to go to Beijing and put him in prison afterwards. It can be seen that he did not really want to rebel. I think that taking back the title Fiefdoms can be demoted to common people, so that you will not lose your prestige and grace."

Su Qiuyu expressed her opinion very frankly.

"Well, it makes sense."

Zhao Xuanji nodded, and looked at a slender woman among the officials: "Bei Qing's family, do you think that Lu Gan should be exiled for three thousand miles and sent to the army for three years, what is the reason?"

The slim woman was called out, she immediately looked solemn, and she cupped her hands and replied: "Your Majesty, Daxuan has been in power for 25 years. Before that, Dayou rebelled, and then Yunze and Guiluo rebelled. This just shows that Daxuan is not majestic enough. Although the King of Youzhou rebelled for a reason this time, he still rebelled! It is a heinous crime against the Nine Clans! It should be severely punished! Show me the majesty of Daxuan!"

"Your Majesty, I will have something to say at the end."

At this time, a voice sounded in the hall.

Everyone looked at the reputation and found that the person who spoke was the general of the Zhenhai Navy, Han Chao.

"I want to hear your opinions on this matter, you can say whatever you want, there is no need to be so formal." Zhao Xuanji said casually.

"Yes!"

General Han Chao's eyes were sharp and awe-inspiring: "The last general is guarding the East China Sea. The Yunze Kingdom rebelled. It's because the people of Yunze Kingdom cherish their homeland, and the legacy of the Yunze Kingdom's royal family is bewitching the public with lies. In addition, the Supreme Demon Sect is causing trouble. They have long wanted to rebel. Heart, it's not that Daxuan lacks majesty."

As the words fell, a young man in white robes next to him, elegant and thin, was Zhou Fei, the general of the Northwest Army: "Ghost Luo Kingdom has long been eyeing my Daxuan, and their rebellion was already expected. If it weren't for the King of Youzhou who led people thousands of miles to help, I am afraid that the Northwest Army will be defeated." There is no one out of ten in the army."

Immediately after the general of the Huben army, a mighty and tall man who was nearly ten feet tall cupped his hands and said: "Your Majesty is invincible in martial arts, and the Universiade Dynasty already has the heart of belonging. Their mission has already set off and will arrive in Yujing soon. Therefore , there is no need to exile the king of Youzhou, to show the majesty of Daxuan."

When the voice fell, all civil and military officials, princes and princesses were all taken aback.

The generals of Zhen Haijun, Northwest Army, and Huben Army all spoke for Lu Gan, which is really rare!

At this time, a white-haired old man in green robes who looked like the kind of pedantic and pedantic man came out and went out: "Your Majesty, last night, 360+ scholars from the five Xuanhuang schools in Beijing Central 10,000 jointly signed a letter to the Guozijian, Your Majesty." Be open to Youzhou Wangwang."

hiss!

One hundred thousand scholars!

The Chinese and military officials in the palace secretly gasped.

Before anyone could react, Zhenfusi Tantai Palace handed over and reported: "Your Majesty, Zhenfusi, and before the prison, there are people gathered to petition to release King Youzhou. When the ministers entered the palace, the gathered The number of people is about one hundred thousand. Yichen estimated that by noon, the number should be more than one million."

Wow.

The Chinese and military officials in the palace heard this, and finally couldn't help but burst out in an uproar.

The hearts of the army, the people, and the literati are all obtained by Lu Gan. If he really rises up to rebel, maybe he will really respond like a cloud!

At this time, all the princes looked at each other.

A few months ago, that kid who kicked them out one by one in the palace was so popular?

It feels a little dreamy.

The seventeenth prince, Zhao Yin, frowned slightly, feeling a sense of inexplicable uneasiness.

The only one who smiled like a moon was Zhao Mingyue, who was sitting on a chair and kicking her feet. There was a bit of uncontrollable joy in her eyes, as well as a hint of cunning and cunning.

"Hee hee! If the emperor is still unwilling to pardon Lu Gan, I will jump out and say that I also have his child in my arms!"

"In this way, Lu Gan will definitely be released without charge! (＾▽＾)"

Chapter 595 Fake it

Just when everyone in the hall had different thoughts, Zhao Xuanji coughed lightly.

The civil and military officials fell silent instantly.

"Let Lu Gan come in."

Zhao Xuanji said a word calmly.

"Xuanyouzhou Wang Lugan enters the palace!" The palm print eunuch next to him shouted loudly.

Then, led by the guards with swords in front of the imperial court, a handsome man in a green robe walked into the hall by daylight.

It was Lu Gan!

"Lu Gan, how do you think I should deal with you?"

Zhao Xuanji's voice was flat.

The ministers couldn't hear any trace of joy or anger, and their eyes couldn't help but fall on Lu Gan.

Lu Gan stood up straight, without squinting, and bowed deeply: "I have committed a heinous crime, which is unforgivable! I am willing to return the king's seal, exile, distribution, and even Ling Chi's execution without any complaints. However, this matter is just What I did by myself, I ask Your Majesty to spare Yun Luo, my wives, concubines, children, and many subordinates. I am so grateful!"

These words, said neither humble nor overbearing, neither startled nor afraid, really exceeded everyone's expectations.

In their expectation, they thought that in order to survive, Lu Gan would resort to the best three tricks that officials use to avoid guilt, crying, showing merit, and throwing the pot away.

Didn't expect Lu Gan to plead guilty?

Responsible!

He's a tough guy!

The civil and military officials couldn't help adding a little admiration to their hearts.

"In that case..."

At this moment, Zhao Xuanji pondered for a moment.

The hearts of all the people in the hall were raised.

Finally, Zhao Xuanji opened his mouth and said solemnly: "Lu Gan, you rebelled and proclaimed yourself emperor, which should have been a serious crime of confiscating your family and destroying your family. There are Youzhou fiefdoms, generals of the world's soldiers and horses, and other official positions, who are demoted to common people, and will not be allowed to enter the court as officials forever. This matter will stop here, and the rest of the people will not pursue it."

hiss.

This is a bit too much.

The hearts of all the Chinese and military officials in the palace were tense, and they frowned secretly.

Exile or exile, it's okay to say, after all, with Lu Gan's qualifications and connections, he can recover at any time.

Now, His Majesty's golden words can be regarded as breaking Lu Gan's desire to be an official.

However, fortunately, it did not cut off the way for Lu Gan's descendants to obtain fame in the examination, which is a bit of face saving.

"Su Qing's family, draw up an order."

Before all the officials in the palace could speak, Zhao Xuanji gave an order and said.

"……Yes."

Su Qiuyu froze for a moment, as if she wanted to say something more, but in the end she surrendered.

Han Chao and Zhou Fei, generals of the Huben Army of the Northwest Army of the Zhenhai Navy, and the other three also frowned slightly, and looked at each other, thinking of His Majesty's promise, they stopped talking.

So, everyone quietly watched Su Qiuyu write the pen, drafted the imperial decree on the spot, and handed it over to the palm print eunuch.

Then, the imperial decree was circulated to Zhao Xuanji.

"Stamp it."

Zhao Xuanji took a few glances, then handed the imperial decree to the palm print eunuch.

"Yes!"