mtlumby2d Chapter 267 Clearing the Name
Chapter 267 Clearing the Name
"Okay! Let's go to the capital together!"
Cheng Wenwen and Qi Shuo prepared everything and set off for the capital.
In the warm spring time, Qi Shuo was officially restored to the status of Duke of Xiao and inherited the family title.
Qi Shuo of the past, now Xiao Shuo, took Cheng Wenwen on the journey to Beijing. The carriage sped along the official road, the wheels rolling, just like the wheels of history constantly rolling forward. This journey took a full month.
When the news reached the capital, it immediately caused an uproar.
It turns out that there are still orphans of the Xiao family, the wife of Crown Princess Mingzhao, still alive.
The rebellion of Prince Mingzhao almost wiped out the Xiao family. How could it not be surprising that there were descendants who inherited the title?
The newly promoted Duke Xiao, whose real name is Xiao Shuo, used to be a general of Shanzhou and won countless praises and respect from the outside world. Now that he has restored his real name, he has attracted the attention and curiosity of countless people.
Li Zhen's attention to him attracted the attention of the powerful people in the capital.
Li Zhen knew Xiao Shuo's talent and ability very well and had high hopes for him. Therefore, when the news of Xiao Shuo's arrival in Beijing spread, many people began to curry favor with this newly promoted nobleman.
However, Xiao Shuo is not one of those people who covet power. He has his own persistence and belief in his heart. He knows that his responsibility is not only to inherit the family title, but also to restore the family's past glory. His eyes are firm and deep, as if he can penetrate the fog of history and see through all hypocrisy and pretense.
On the way to Beijing, Xiao Shuo sat side by side with Cheng Wenwen. Cheng Wenwen was his best friend and the person he trusted the most. Their conversation along the way was full of expectations for the future and nostalgia for the past.
"Wenwen, there may be many unknown difficulties after we enter Beijing. If..." Xiao Shuo asked, his voice low and powerful.
"Oh, there's no ifs or ifs. You'll be fine, and I'll be fine too. We still have to go back to Shanzhou to reunite with Qi Xing and Qi Qi!" Cheng Wenwen interrupted Qi Shuo.
Qi Shuo held her hand, nodded and said, "Okay!"
After entering the capital, Xiao Shuo has indeed become the focus of everyone's attention. Many dignitaries have come to curry favor with him, hoping to establish a relationship with him. However, Qi Shuo did not lose himself because of this. He knew that he still had a long way to go, and he needed to do more than just inherit the family title.
Li Zhen needed his right-hand men to discipline and suppress the court officials, and he could be the knife.
However, before that, it is time to clarify the matter of Prince Mingzhao.
Prince Myeong-soo is Li Cheol's biological father. Although Li Cheol was a posthumous child and had never met Prince Myeong-soo, Li Cheol had the responsibility to clear his biological father's name.
Li Zhen didn't care. He said, "Anyway, I am the emperor now. It doesn't matter whether it is legitimate or not. I will directly order my father to be crowned emperor immediately! He will be buried in the imperial mausoleum and enjoy the emperor's respect! After all, he is dead and can no longer enjoy this glory and wealth!"
Li Zhen is cold-hearted and has no feelings for his father.
He still had some contempt for his father in his heart, because everyone thought that Prince Mingzhao was virtuous, but Li Zhen thought that was stupid!
What is the use of virtue? Isn't it still a trap, losing power and being sentenced to death? So! The most important thing for people is to have power.
However, Qi Shuo said, "Your Majesty, Li Ji has rebelled in the name of orthodoxy. If we announce that the incident of Prince Mingzhao was framed by Li Ji's father Li Tang, then Li Tang is the one who came to the throne illegitimately, and Li Ji can forget about being orthodox! In this way, the morale of his army will surely be weakened, which will help the Duke of Ying's war situation!"
Li Zhen felt that Qi Shuo was right.
"You're right, I'll do as you say!"
Li Zhen would be happy to do so if it could defeat Li Ji.
So, on the second day of the court session, Qi Shuo found more evidence and mentioned the matter in the hall: "Your Majesty, there were many doubts about Prince Mingzhao's rebellion. I have found some clues. Please review them."
"Accept it!"
Li Zhen sat upright on the golden dragon jade throne, his brows revealing an awe-inspiring and inviolable majesty. He ascended the throne to vindicate his father, Prince Mingzhao, and cleared up all the past grievances and misunderstandings.
The past events unfolded slowly like a painting from the past. Prince Mingzhao, once the crown prince and heir to power, was accused of treason because of a conspiracy. The mastermind behind the conspiracy was Li Tang, who has now been spurned by history.
The throne that Li Tang usurped was like a rough jade that had been washed by mud; although it looked shiny on the surface, it could not conceal his despicable heart.
He used the name of Prince Mingzhao to launch a coup, falsely accusing the prince of treason, and finally became emperor. But heaven and earth can bear witness that Prince Mingzhao is innocent, how could he allow such a false accusation?
Now, Li Zhen has taken back the throne that originally belonged to Prince Ming Zhao with lightning speed. This is not only a redemption for the family, but also a justice. He has uncovered the thick veil of darkness and made the truth known to the world.
Inside the imperial city, in the magnificent palace, all the civil and military officials stood with their heads bowed. They witnessed this historic moment, the return of the throne. Li Zhen's voice echoed in the palace: "The injustice of the past has been redressed today. The innocence of Prince Mingzhao must not be tarnished."
His voice was as stirring as the sound of a huge bell, and every word he said was like a heavy hammer hitting everyone's heart.
All the misunderstandings and injustices have now been cleared up. The unjust case of Prince Mingzhao, like a pearl covered by dust, has finally seen the light of day again.
Li Zhen's eyes revealed a kind of firmness and determination. He was no longer the wronged prince, but the emperor of this great country.
Those who had participated in the conspiracy were all trembling with fear at this moment. They knew that their crimes had been exposed in broad daylight and their end would be tragic. But Li Zhen did not order excessive punishment of those people, because he understood that gratitude and resentment should be clearly distinguished. What he had to do was to stabilize the overall situation and comfort the people.
Of course, the most important thing is to win the hearts of the people, so that Li Ji's army will become demoralized and suffer heavy losses.
Li Zhen sat upright on the dragon throne, staring ahead with sharp eyes.
Even though the court officials disagreed with this matter, after all, Prince Mingzhao was Li Zhen's father, so they could not be afraid of this matter and could only agree: "Your Majesty is right, Prince Mingzhao's throne should be restored, and Prince Mingzhao should be moved to the imperial mausoleum for the whole country to worship and pay homage to him!"
The people from the Ministry of Rites took the lead.
Naturally, the court officials had no objection and all agreed.
Li Zhen was delighted to see the court officials so obedient, so he said, "Since this is the case, the Ministry of Rites will discuss the title of my father and choose an auspicious day to move him to the imperial mausoleum!"
"Yes!"
"This matter should be announced to the world immediately, so that everyone can know the source. Li Ji is the traitor!"
Li Zhen waved his hand and said, "Go and do it!"
Li Zhen was very happy today. The court officials were obedient and went to Xu Jiaoran's residence. However, after learning about this, Xu Jiaoran was not as happy as Li Zhen.