Chapter 278
Chapter 278
Su Jing was seriously injured.
Just as the driver was out of the sight of the people, he retreated decisively into the carriage.
Seeing this, Cui Liang and the others breathed a sigh of relief.
The scene on the wharf just now really made everyone present tremble with fear.
Although everyone knew that Su Jing was a disaster and greedy for money, they never thought that he would be so unscrupulous.
In front of all the officials and common people in the city, Su Jing dared to ask for [-] shi of grain, which was really beyond everyone's expectations.
And the dignified governor of a state and the head of a wealthy businessman was actually suppressed by him.
This is no longer bullying, but simply not paying attention to Yangzhou officials and aristocratic families.
until this moment.
Only then did everyone deeply appreciate the power of the imperial power.
I also understand why when Su Jing leaves Beijing, there will be [-]% of Beijing officials from aristocratic families celebrating with each other.
If such a noble scourge stays in Yangzhou forever.
I'm afraid it won't take long before [-]% of the officials in Yangzhou will hang up their seals and leave.
"Master Inspector.
It is definitely not a good thing for His Highness the Crown Prince to have too much power, and it is necessary to think of a way to deal with it earlier. "
An official in his thirties whispered.
Cui Liang shook his head when he heard the words, and replied with a sigh: "How to deal with it?
Report to His Majesty, or report to the three provinces?
Now the empress is here.
Do you think His Majesty will reprimand His Highness the Crown Prince, or Fang and others dare to go beyond the Empress to persuade His Highness? "
"This……"
The speaker was upset for a while.
Frowning and thinking for a while, he asked with a headache: "What should I do?
Could it be that I just waited and watched His Highness rob people's wealth? "
"What can you do if you don't look at it?"
Cui Liang chuckled disdainfully, and said bluntly: "A few days ago, I received a letter from the clan, saying that His Highness the Crown Prince's visit this time was not kind.
In the letter, the elders in the family urged us to act carefully and never let His Highness see the clues.
Otherwise, once the Dongchuang incident happens, for the sake of the overall situation of Chang'an, the clan will never help.
All of you just now bewitched me to come forward, did you really not receive any news? "
"Hehe~"
The three present laughed awkwardly.
Even if he has been an official for a long time, everyone no longer cares about face matters.
But being exposed in person is a bit embarrassing after all.
Seeing this, Cui Liang smiled faintly.
When powerful enemies are around, he doesn't want to go too deep into it.
"Since everyone is aware of this, proceed with caution.
Now that the enemy is at hand, we still need to help each other. "
"promise!"
The three bowed their hands together, secretly thinking about their own calculations.
The middle-aged official thought for a moment, then asked puzzledly: "My lord.
There is still one thing that I don't know about the next official, so please ask your Excellency to clarify. "
"Oh?
tell me the story. "
Cui Liang stroked his beard and smiled lightly, the complacency in his eyes couldn't be hidden.
In the past, these three people opposed him everywhere.
But now when encountering difficulties, I have to ask him to make up my mind with a smile on my face.
This really made him feel relieved.
The middle-aged official smiled nonchalantly, and asked softly with a shy face: "Since your lord already knew about this, why did you get so close to Guo Cheng just now?
Wouldn't this approach inform His Royal Highness that my Yangzhou officials and merchants are secretly colluding? "
"Oh~"
Cui Liang sneered, shook his head and said, "Did you think that His Highness the Crown Prince really doesn't know anything?"
"Um?
My lord means..."
"Hehe~
Just as you think! "
"what?!
How could this be so? "
The three of them were terrified when they heard this.
Cui Liang also frowned, and said seriously: "The elders often mentioned it in their letters.
His Royal Highness the Crown Prince is intelligent and courageous, known as the evildoer of the royal family, absolutely incomparable.
Presumably, he sailed south with great fanfare in order to make us relax our vigilance.
If the official expected no difference.
Before His Highness set off, the secret agents of the East Palace had already sent people to sneak into Yangzhou. "
"what!!!
How is this good? "
The three of them were anxious, and their faces were full of anxiety.
It's just that only the three of them know how true or false it is.
"Hehe~
Why are you so worried.
But have you forgotten what I just said? "
Cui Liang was full of enthusiasm, and he raised the corner of his mouth and said in a low voice: "I just reminded His Highness the Crown Prince that Guo Cheng and others are very popular with the people.
If His Royal Highness insists on going his own way, it is very likely to cause a civil uprising.
At that time, His Majesty and the imperial court will pursue it, even the Queen Mother will not be able to keep His Highness.
If His Highness is smart enough, he will naturally know how to choose! "
"Master is wise!"
The three of them smiled and looked at each other, then cupped their hands and said: "There are adults sitting in Yangzhou, we will be safe!"
"Hahaha~"
Cui Liang laughed loudly, with an extremely smug expression.
when he wanted to.
Once today is over, the three people who had been obedient to him in the past will surely be subdued by his resourcefulness.
When Su Jing returns to the capital in the future, he will be the master of Yangzhou.
At that time, this rich and important town in the south of the Yangtze River will let him get whatever he wants!
……
The four of them have their own ghosts, secretly planning how to get the greatest benefit.
But he didn't know that in the carriage at this time, Su Jing was also thinking about the matter just now.
As a descendant, he naturally knows the importance of people's hearts.
If what Cui Liang said was true, it would really not be easy to take down Guo Cheng.
"Mr. Li.
You are a veteran of the three dynasties, so you should have a way to deal with it. "
Looking at the old Li Gang with his eyes closed and resting beside him, Su Jing asked bluntly with a smile.
The old guy's inscrutable and immortal appearance really made him a little jealous.
"His Royal Highness has long been concerned about it, so why bother to ask the old minister.
But is it too much for His Highness to plot against King Wei? "
Li Gang replied casually, and changed into a comfortable posture contentedly.
Seeing this, Su Jing became more and more upset, curled his lips and gritted his teeth secretly.
"Master Li, Li Tai is my younger brother after all.
If it is not forced, I really don't want to let him take risks.
But just now you also saw that the officialdom in Yangzhou has long been corrupted.
If you follow the rules and conduct a secret investigation, it will take several months to say the least. "
"Several months of work!"
Li Gang sighed and opened his eyes, frowning rather bored.
"If it takes several months to find money and food, the people affected by the disaster may not be able to survive the next autumn and winter."
"exactly."
Su Jingting nodded, and said seriously: "If it is not forced, this palace will not ask the father to ask for favors, and appoint Li Taiyao to lead the Huainan Road.
It's just that Master Li also knows that although Li Tai is smart since childhood, he is definitely not a match for Yangzhou officials.
If Li Tai was the only one, he would certainly not be able to contain Cui Liang and the others for Ben Gong.
Therefore, I would like to ask Master Li to take more care and advise Li Tai on weekdays. "
Li Gang shook his head slightly when he heard the words, and said amusedly: "King Wei is now obsessed with the way of science.
His Highness thought that King Wei would obey the old minister's orders? "
"Listen if you don't!
If you dare to show your teeth, beat him! "
Su Jing gritted his teeth, and said viciously: "If he dares to speak out to contradict the public, Master Li will just teach him a lesson.
As the teacher of the palace, Master Li, why not teach a prince a lesson? "
hehe~
Li Gang chuckled secretly and shook his head helplessly.
Beat up Li Tai? !
He Li Gang is not a fool.
Although Li Shimin did give him the responsibility to teach the prince, he also gave him the right to punish the prince.
But if he believes it is true and takes action seriously, Li Shimin will definitely find an opportunity to make him understand what is the gift of a monarch and his ministers.
What's more, with the eldest grandson empress here, when will it be his turn to teach the underage prince a lesson.
"Your Highness, don't worry, the old minister will definitely help King Wei wholeheartedly.
However, even if there is an imperial decree from His Majesty, Yangzhou officials will definitely obey it. "
"Master Li, don't worry, I have my own calculations.
Li Shi only cares about the carelessness with Li Tai, and just look after the yamen for me. "
Su Jing smiled and said confidently.
Li Gang thought for a while, then nodded and said: "If that's the case, the old minister will definitely not disappoint His Highness."
"Great!"
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