Group pet Xiaopangbao: I have four big daddies

Chapter 1333 The tree desires stillness, but the wind will not cease (7)
"Many members of the Qian family died because of their treason. If we can find evidence to clear their names, it will be a relief to those who died unjustly." Zhan Yi sighed as he recalled the past: "After all these years, we have finally found a witness. Back then, Dong Zhao insisted that the Qian family betrayed Bei Li. Now that we have a witness, and Dong Zhao is here, it's very good."

“Indeed, the fact that Nanyuan took a sum of money from Dongzhao back then has nothing to do with this matter. Dongzhao is here too, and they can definitely prove it.” Prince Yu said, looking at Yu Tianji: “Although Gucheng Yubao has no connection with Nanyuan, you are still people of Nanyuan. Elder Yu, you should be sensible and cooperate obediently, otherwise Nanyuan will no longer have Gucheng Yubao.”

"Yes, Your Highness, rest assured. Although Gucheng Yubao was involved in what happened back then, it was because they were misled. This time when we enter Beili, we will tell you everything we know." Yu Tianji knew that if it was not handled properly, Gucheng Yubao would face utter destruction.

“That’s excellent.” Prince Yu nodded.

Yu Tianji's gaze swept over the several dignitaries before finally settling on Sang Qi: "Is this His Highness the Crown Prince of Bei Li?"

Sang Qi nodded slightly, his expression calm, yet exuding an innate air of nobility.

“Your Highness, this case, which is seventeen years old, has been brought up again. Back then, the Qian family were important officials in Beili, so Beili must also attach great importance to it,” Yu Tianji said.

Sang Qi smiled faintly and replied unhurriedly, "Of course."

"The events of that year involved Bei Li, Dong Zhao, and Nan Yuan. The three kingdoms are now locked in a standoff. I urge Your Highness to inform His Majesty to reopen the case of seventeen years ago and restore the innocence of all families." Yu Tianji bowed.

Sang Qi's fingers tightened slightly in his sleeve, but he still smiled faintly and nodded in agreement: "I, the Crown Prince, will inform Father Emperor about this matter."

Xi Liuyuan spoke calmly: "Since it involves Beili, the Emperor of Beili will certainly not shirk his responsibility. No emperor does not want his courtiers to be loyal. After all, this concerns the reputation of the royal family and the will of the people in the court. Don't you agree, Your Highness?"

Sang Qi's eyes flickered slightly as she looked up at Xi Liuyuan.

“What the Crown Prince of Xiyanyuan said is absolutely right. Beili has always valued the law and justice. Father will certainly handle this matter carefully.” Sang Rui continued, then paused and sighed, “Seventeen years have passed. Even if all three kingdoms still exist, much of the evidence may have been lost to time. It will not be easy to investigate thoroughly in a day or two. We can wait until the priest of Loushan comes down before we begin our investigation.”

“Since this matter has been brought up, Elder Yu must have come prepared,” Xi Liuyuan said.

Yu Tianji immediately spoke up: "Yes, although time has passed, those who were involved in this case back then are still alive. The people from Yubao have brought them to Beili. Even the Dongzhao official who personally corrected the Qian family back then will arrive in Beili tomorrow. As long as we conduct a thorough investigation again, we can find out the truth of what happened back then in just three days."

Old Chen stroked his beard and said at just the right moment: "For the sake of the three dynasties' veterans, such loyal and virtuous ministers have been burdened with the reputation of treason and betrayal. The entire Qian family has been exiled or died tragically, which is truly lamentable. After many years, we have evidence. If we can investigate and clarify the matter, it will not only comfort the souls of the Qian family, but also be related to the relationship between the three kingdoms."

"When Qian Fu was in office, he offered many good strategies to Bei Li. His achievements back then were numerous and countless. How could such a person collude with the enemy and betray the country?"

"Exactly, exactly. I felt something was off back then."

"It seems that the case back then was handled by Prime Minister Gao and the Yu family. News from the border came back that letters bearing the Qian family seal were found in the fallen cities of Dongzhao. The Yu family led troops to search the Qian residence and collected letters bearing the Dongzhao seal from the Qian residence's study, which matched the news from the border."

"Looking back now, it all fits together so well."

"The case back then was investigated in less than ten days before the Qian family was convicted, which was too hasty."

Many older scholars still remember the Qian family incident, after all, the news of the Qian family's rebellion shocked the entire Northern Li.

Young intellectuals also discussed it extensively. Many of them knew about the two major projects in the north and south: the Huaijiang Dam, which benefited future generations.

I heard that before construction began, Senzai Shiki personally led a team to measure, record, and draw the structure, traveling between the north and south for several years.

They believed that someone with such talent and magnanimity would never betray their country or collude with the enemy.

"Your Highness, I beg you to investigate the Qian family case." "I beg Your Highness to overturn the verdict against the Qian family."

The students all clasped their hands in a gesture of respect and volunteered.

Sang Qi pursed his thin lips. Ten years ago, evidence of the Qian family's treachery was found, but the Emperor suppressed the matter and even destroyed the original testimonies.

If Your Majesty wants to admit the mistakes of the past, but now refuses in front of the four kingdoms, wouldn't you be pushed to the forefront of public opinion?

Once the investigation is thorough, the Emperor will have no choice but to admit his mistake from back then.

After much deliberation, he said, "I will return to the palace and report to my father the truth."

Xi Liuyuan's lips curled into an ambiguous smile. "Back then, Prime Minister Qian built several major projects in Beili. Xi Yan held Prime Minister Qian in high esteem and would send people to investigate in order to show his respect."

Upon hearing this, everyone immediately understood that Xiyan would also get involved.

Yu Tianji looked at Xi Liuyuan. If Xi Yan's intervention in this matter is not handled properly, the ancient city of Yubao will face annihilation.

"Excellent, excellent." Prince Yu beamed with joy: "During the investigation, all parties must not hide any evidence and must make it public. This matter concerns Nan Yuan's reputation. If anyone tries to obstruct the investigation, don't blame Nan Yuan for being ruthless."

Nan Yuan has no connection with what happened back then. They are not afraid of being investigated; they are afraid that no one will investigate.

They themselves say they have no connection, but no one will believe them. Only by having others investigate Nan Yuan can their innocence be completely proven.

Yu Tianji understood the deeper meaning in Prince Yu's words and couldn't help but feel displeased. The evidence was made public, showing that Yu Shan had done many despicable things back then.

With the rumors spreading, the ancient city of Yubao inevitably suffered from stigma.

Sang Qi's expression darkened. Publicly hearing this matter would be tantamount to exposing his father to the world, especially in front of the three kingdoms. Given his father's temperament...

Sang Rui smiled, his gaze intentionally or unintentionally passing over Sang Qi. It seems being the Crown Prince isn't easy.

Sang Qi had already offended his father, the Emperor, and was no longer able to keep his position as Crown Prince. If it weren't for the fact that no one was there to receive him when the Three Kingdoms arrived, he would have been imprisoned long ago.

Now he's stuck with this hot potato, and no matter how he handles it, he's definitely not going to have a good time in front of his father.

Tsk tsk.

Looking back now, he was actually luckier than Sang Qi.

"Your Highness, rest assured, all the evidence will be made public, and Nan Yuan will not be wronged," Gu Shuo said.

Prince Yu nodded in satisfaction.

Yu Tianji's eyes flickered, as if he was weighing something. After a moment, he slowly said, "The Ancient City Jade Fortress is willing to cooperate."

"Don't speak too definitively, everyone." Xiang Minghou glanced at Sang Qi and sneered, "I heard that ten years ago someone placed all the evidence on the Emperor of Beili's jade table, and the Emperor of Beili actually tore up the evidence that the Qian family had never rebelled."