Red Mansion: Bastards rule the roost

He never dared to underestimate King Beijing, but in the past, they all belonged to the same lineage as Kai Wang Gong, and they were somewhat affectionate, and there was no conflict of interest. Now that Baoyu's Chinese style incident happened, it aroused his vigilance.

Maybe Shui Rong just wanted to show his goodwill and win over Jia Cong, but what he didn't expect was that Jia Cong had already preconceived the idea that he was not an ordinary person, and his gesture of goodwill attracted Jia Cong's attention to him.

"Yes, sir, don't worry. I will work hard to find out all the people inside and outside the Prince's Palace in Beijing. I will discipline him so that there is nothing he can hide from." Wang Fei said, patting his chest.

"Well, let's go."
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Early the next morning, more than a thousand failed candidates and thousands of students from the Imperial College gathered in front of the Chengtian Gate. The leading candidates, a dozen or so candidates, held up joint papers and knelt down to ask the court to thoroughly investigate the case of imperial examination fraud.

Countless people gathered to show their support and cursed the corrupt officials and the dark government.

When the city gate defenders saw this, they were also panicked, but they did not dare to drive them away for fear of hurting these weak scholars and causing a big change.

The guard team made a decisive decision at the right moment and stepped forward with a few words of comfort. Seeing that everyone was very determined to complain, they collected the papers from all the candidates and presented them to them on their behalf.

Not long after, the eunuch who passed the order came out on horseback, walked up to the queue of scholars, and said loudly: "Your Majesty's holy edict, I know what you are complaining about. The sky net is vast, sparse and not missing. Go back and read and watch quietly. , the court will make its own decision.”

All the disciples were overjoyed and hurriedly kowtowed: "Students obey the order."

After delivering the oral instructions, the eunuch galloped away without stopping, but instead of returning to the palace, he headed towards Ningrong Street.

The clever Juzi smiled and said: "Brothers, the matter has been decided. The traitors will not be able to escape the law after all."

"How can you see it?" Everyone asked quickly.

"Hehe, I am a native of Shenjing. The angel just delivered the oracle and went in that direction, obviously to deliver it to someone."

"Who?"

"Hou Huan, Princess Ruyi's consort, and the current commander of the Jinyi Guards, Jia Zilong, don't you understand what this means?" the man said with a smile.

Everyone was overjoyed and said, "Marquis Huan has always hated evil and enforced the law strictly. With the guards in imperial robes taking action, those beetles in the country will tremble, right?"

"That's true, that's true."

Everyone nodded in agreement. If Jin Yiwei takes action, he will make trouble for you even if there is nothing wrong with you. Otherwise, how can you show the majesty and power of Jin Yiwei?

Jia Cong responded to the call and hurriedly entered the palace to face the saint. In the Yangxin Hall, all the important officials were there. Song Rui, Chen Dao, Lu Wenbin and other examiners and fellow examiners all knelt down to apologize.

Meng Huacai was gloating with the New Party members and watching with cold eyes.

Although he was one of the deputy examiners, he had little say and no backdoor for anyone, so no one reported him.

Jia Cong saw that the hall was full of people kneeling on the ground, and there were people standing on both sides. There was really no place to stand, so he had to kneel down in the last row and said loudly: "Jia Cong, your Majesty, comes to see your majesty and respectfully greet you."

Emperor Xifeng glared at him and said, "Come closer and speak."

"Yes."

Jia Cong stood up and walked over from the "criminal ministers" who automatically separated on both sides, bowed and said: "Please give me your Majesty's orders."

Emperor Xifeng said: "Last night, the Jin Yiwei noticed that the move was unstable and reported it to me. Now the scholars are furious and are accusing Jin Ke of fraud. What do you think?"

Jia Cong said: "Back to the emperor, I don't know much about the scientific examination. According to what the scholars said, the current examination of the apricot list is indeed a bit strange. As for whether it is fraud, we need to make a thorough investigation before we can make a conclusion."

Emperor Xifeng said: "Where to start?"

Jia Cong said: "I believe that there are two major dangers in the feelings complained by the candidates. One is that the test questions are leaked and the candidates are given and received privately; the other is that they practice favoritism and promote fellow villagers. As long as we start with these two, we should gain something."

Emperor Xifeng nodded and said, "How to do it?"

Jia Cong said: "I believe that if the test questions are leaked, the people who knew the test questions in advance and their close family members will be thoroughly investigated.

If there is malpractice for favoritism and promotion of fellow villagers, there must be prior authorization to thoroughly check the people who will make the records and the reviewers in each room, so that they are not afraid of not recruiting them.

In addition, a notice was issued to the scholars on the list of Jinke to surrender and report. Those who have lost their way and found their way back will not be punished, but they are still allowed to refer to it.

With such a three-pronged approach, within a day or two, the truth will be revealed. "

Many of the people kneeling on the ground were like chaff and their faces were pale. It was obvious that Jia Cong's method had hit them seven inches.

Emperor Xifeng sneered and said: "This is a very good idea. It is decreed that the identity of the person who won the apricot examination in this examination is ambiguous. It seems that there are shortcomings and it is difficult to convince the public. It will be abolished immediately and the examination will be retaken at another date.

Officials who are responsible for taking examinations, co-examinations, promotions, supervising examinations, supplying, collecting examination papers, sealing, transcribing, reading, and receiving examination papers will all sit behind closed doors to think about their faults and be suspended pending investigation.

As for the cases of fraud complained by the scholars, they will be handed over to the Jinyi Guards for thorough investigation, with the assistance of the Sanfa Division, and an explanation will be given to the world within three days. "

"I obey the order." Jia Cong bowed and said.

The officials kneeling on the ground all looked pale. They took off their court crowns on their own and were carried away by Ouchi guards.

Shi Zhize and Su Haochu looked at each other and saw horror in each other's eyes.

This move was obviously premeditated by the new party, and they took advantage of spring to kill a bachelor and many key members of the old party overnight.

But now that the situation is stronger than others, they don't dare to make random pleas and excuses, so they can only plan for the future.

Huo Peng, Dong Yi and others exchanged glances with Meng Huacai, Lin Ruhai and others, and all smiled. The old party suffered another heavy blow this time.

Jia Cong came out after receiving the order and saw many scholars gathered outside Chengtian Gate. They stayed for a long time, seeming to be waiting for news.

Yin rode his horse past and said in a loud voice: "Dear candidates, His Majesty has just issued an order. There are suspicions of fraud in the current examination of the apricot examination. It is difficult to convince the public. It will be abolished immediately and the examination will be retaken on another day."

You will go back and review your books. I will wait until I find out the truth and give you an explanation in three days!
If any of you know the inside story, please go to the Jinyiwei Yamen immediately. The court will forget the blame. If you are investigated, it will be too late to regret it. "

All the scholars wept with joy and hurriedly kowtowed in the direction of the palace, praising the sage for bringing order to the chaos.

Jia Cong smiled slightly, reined in his horse and left. The atmosphere in the court was heightened by this. There must be disadvantages in this subject, otherwise how can we maintain the face of this subject?
The duty of Jinyiwei is to find out this "disadvantage".

Knowing that what happened today was not a trivial matter, the senior officials of the Jinyi Guards were already waiting nearby. When they saw Jia Cong coming out, they all gathered around to obey his orders.

Jia Cong ordered: "Lei Tai will take the lead, and the North and South Divisions will work together to firstly win over the main examiners to get close to their families;

Second, take down the grading officials from each room and related officials, and torture me severely.

In addition, a high reward will be issued to collect clues in this case. In two days, the internal affairs department will investigate the fraud case in the examination room and get to the bottom of it! "

Wen Zhen and others knew well that since Jia Cong had set the tone, it was either cheating or cheating, because they all bowed and said: "I humbly obey my orders."

Jia Cong dismissed everyone, leaving Wen Zhen and Lei Tai behind, and said in a low voice: "My brother Baoyu also participated in the examination in Jinke. He was originally going to gain experience, but he was deliberately framed and asked to be named on the apricot list. You Go down and pay attention to some clues in this regard." Wen Zhen said hurriedly: "Don't worry, Sir, I will be careful and handle it properly, and no innocent people will be implicated."

He thought that Baoyu's inclusion on the list was the work of Jia Cong. Now that the fraud case had occurred, he was afraid of being stained, so he said that someone had framed him.

There is no such thing as "framing" in the world that would make people famous. To the scholars of the world, this is more like "pie".

However, he is a smart man and will never talk too much or create extraneous matters. He will just do what Jia Cong wants.

"Well, I can always rest assured that you are experienced in handling matters." Jia Cong smiled slightly and patted Wen Zhen on the shoulder.

Although Wen Zhen was much older than Jia Cong, he couldn't help but feel that his bones were a few taels lighter at this moment. He hurriedly said with tears in his eyes: "Thank you for your appreciation, sir. I will serve you humbly and serve you even if I die."

When your boss shows appreciation, no matter whether you are excited or not, you must show excitement. Wen Zhen understands this very well.

After sending Wen Zhen away, Jia Cong looked at Lei Tai and said, "Go and keep an eye on this matter. This matter is attracting the attention of both the government and the public, as well as among the people. The fraud investigators must not be allowed to cheat. It must be done cleanly and cleanly." It’s so clean that no one can find any flaws.”

"I understand the humble position." Lei Tai is now his deputy in Jinyiwei, helping him keep an eye on everything and ensuring that Jia Cong has a high degree of control over Jinyiwei.

When Jia Cong returned home, he met Lin Zhixiao before he even entered the door. He said that the old lady had invited her, and the two ladies had already passed by.

Jia Mu also learned the lesson and sent someone to wait at the gate of Huanhou Mansion to avoid Jia Cong's excuse.

Jia Cong smiled bitterly and shook his head. He had already guessed what Jia Mu meant, so he had no choice but to go.

Although her wings are strong now, Jia's mother is a first-class Rongguo lady in terms of reputation, and her own grandmother in terms of etiquette.

If it weren't for a last resort, Jia Cong wouldn't want to go against her. The risks and costs were too high to justify.

If someone is troublesome and commits the serious crime of "disobedience and unfilial piety", it will also be troublesome.

In the Rongqing Hall, Jia Mu, Baochai, Daiyu, Sister Feng, Aunt Xue, and other sisters have learned that the scholars wrote a letter on the bus to impeach the imperial examination for fraud. It was due to women's gossip and their hatred of Baoyu. "Concerned" all advocated asking Jia Cong to ask.

Baoyu was also waiting eagerly. Although he was not interested in any kind of fame, how could he be willing to give it up so easily after he had tasted the taste of fame?

Having multiple fame is not a bad thing, nor does it prevent you from being a talented person.

Jia Cong came in, greeted everyone, and said with a smile: "The old lady summoned me, what are your orders?"

Jia Mu rolled her eyes at him and said, "I heard that Jinke is cheating. What does the emperor say? Is it important or not?"

Jia Cong naturally knew that she was asking about Baoyu's future, so he smiled and said: "Unexpectedly, the old lady actually cares about national affairs. It is really a blessing for the court.

Don't worry, Baoyu won't be implicated, but...his fame is gone. "

Everyone was shocked, and Jia Mu ignored Jia Cong's teasing and said anxiously: "Why is it so good that everything is gone? It was so easy to pass the exam."

Jia Cong laughed and said: "There is nothing we can do about it. The emperor said that the current examination is suspected of fraud and will be canceled and retaken.

Even the CEO and fellow examiners have been suspended pending examination. What does Baoyu’s reputation count for? Just start over in a few days. Anyway, Baoyu is full of knowledge, so there is no need to be afraid. "

Baochai and Daiyu couldn't help but smile and rolled their eyes at him, gloating about his misfortune.

Jia Mu hugged Baoyu in disappointment, shook her head, and sighed. Now the golden words have become a foregone conclusion, and Baoyu will suffer this disaster.

Baoyu also smiled bitterly, with mixed feelings in his heart.

"Forget it, Baoyu will end up in a few days." Jia Mu sighed.

Jia Cong shook his head and said: "Old lady, Cong was joking just now. There are turbulent undercurrents in this department. Baoyu should not get involved. It is a blessing to be safe. Don't ask for anything from him again."

Jia Mu frowned and said, "Don't you let Baoyu take the exam?"

"Yes. It's not appropriate for Baoyu to end up again, lest he be targeted." Jia Cong said.

Jia Mu said: "Our treasure jade has not been cheated. If you are upright, you are not afraid of slanted shadows. What are you afraid of?"

Jia Cong shook his head and said: "Baoyu's red scroll has been made public. It has obviously been exchanged. It is not easy to explain this clearly.

He went to take the exam again, and then someone discovered that his two test papers were completely different. Wasn't this a self-inflicted mistake?
What's more, based on Baoyu's article, haha, if the old lady wants him to fight for a career, Cong suggested that he start from the county examination first. It is not a good thing if his virtue is not matched. "

Jia Mu thought the same thing and sighed helplessly.

Seeing this, Baochai advised: "Old lady, it's useless to take the general examination before Baoyu's article is ready. It's better to start from the county examination in a down-to-earth manner.

There is no need to hide your name before the provincial examination. When the examiner sees Baoyu's background, he will take care of it for the sake of his ancestors and Cong'er. The fame gained in this way will be more secure and he will not be afraid of gossip. "

Mother Jia nodded and said, "Bao girl is still sensible and listens to what she says. Unlike some people, Ding is Ding Mao and Mao is Mao, and they regard their home as a yamen."

Everyone covered their mouths and snickered. No matter how high an official Brother Cong became, the old lady still loved Baoyu the most.

Jia Cong laughed dumbly and had no interest in "competing" with Baoyu. He turned to look at Yingchun and said, "There is one more thing to tell the old lady. Sun Shaozu from Datong Mansion has come to propose marriage to his second sister. , old lady, do you still remember?”

Jia Mu pondered for a moment and said, "That's what happened. How's it going?"

"Cong sent Jinyi guards to investigate. The Sun family is not a good family and has done many evil deeds. Sun Shaozu has been ordered to confiscate his home and behead him. There will be no such family in the future." Jia Cong said calmly.

All the girls were shocked, Brother Cong was so domineering, and someone else's proposal to marry him would be a disaster.

Only Yingchun breathed a sigh of relief. She was convinced that Jia Cong would not kill innocent people indiscriminately, and the Sun family must have brought it upon themselves.

Baoyu clapped his hands and said with a smile: "Okay, I've seen that man doesn't look like a good person. He is indeed full of evil."

Jia Mu glared at Jia Cong and said, "Now that my eyesight is dim, marry the second girl to whichever family you think is better."

Jia Cong smiled and said: "Don't worry, old lady, Cong will not delay the second sister's life. I just ask you to tell me, I know everything about him and the Sun family."

Please be careful in what you say and do in the future, and don't put Cong in a dilemma between loyalty and filial piety. We, the honorable nobles, should put loyalty to the court and the emperor first when necessary. "After speaking, his tone gradually became colder.

Mother Jia was well aware of Jia Cong's ruthless nature and would definitely eradicate anyone who stood in his way. She hurriedly said, "Since you have good intentions, I will tell the elder to behave as an official and not to cause trouble for the family." ”

"The old lady understands the great righteousness, and Cong expressed her gratitude to all the ancestors."

Jia Mu rolled her eyes at him. This sounded awkward. How dare a grandson represent his ancestors? However, judging from his title, Jia Cong is now qualified to say this. (End of chapter)