Daming: Dad, you are really not good at governing the country

Chapter 360: External forces are so insidious that they use any means to infiltrate the palace

The elders of the Li family sighed and groaned, and those sighs were like heavy bells, echoing in the air of Prince Jin's Mansion.

They were both disappointed and helpless about Li Fengci's behavior.

Li Fengci's wife, Liu, had tears in her eyes, but also a faint smile on her face.

In the interweaving of worries and memories, her emotions were like a tangled ball of silk threads, complex and changeable.

The whole family was disturbed by this sudden change, but in this helplessness, they still tried hard to find a trace of vague comfort.

While Zhang Changshi was handling the matter, some officials with ulterior motives were trying to make a small profit.

Like a mouse in the dark, it quietly sets up numerous obstacles.

Wang Dianshan, with his fat body wrapped in gorgeous official uniform, looked like a round colorful ball.

His face was full of smiles, but behind that smile, his eyes revealed a fox-like cunningness.

On the long corridor with carved beams and painted buildings in the Prince of Jin's Mansion, Wang Dianshan quietly won over some minor officials.

The exquisite patterns on the pillars of the corridor seem to be telling ancient stories.

The gorgeous murals on the ceiling are like a dream painting.

Wang Dianshan was gesticulating with his hands while talking.

He was as busy as a bee that seemed hardworking but actually had evil intentions.

At the same time, Wang Dianshen tried to put pressure on Zhang Changshi, demanding that Li Fengci be given a lenient sentence, otherwise he would incite everyone to go on a collective strike.

Zhang Changshi's heart trembled slightly. He keenly realized that there must be an external force secretly directing Wang Dianshan's move.

On the surface, Zhang Changshi remained calm, but his eyes became sharper than a sword.

He thought to himself: Wang Dianshan's move is too fierce and cannot be resisted head-on. We need to defeat it with wisdom.

So Zhang Changshi smiled slightly, and that smile was as gentle as the spring sunshine.

He said to Wang Dianshan in a calm tone: "Sir Wang, this matter is of great importance and requires long-term consideration.

I will handle this fairly and will not favor anyone.

But we must not act rashly, lest we wrongly accuse good people.”

Wang Dianshan's face darkened and he was about to refute.

Zhang Changshi continued, "Sir Wang, you and I both serve the palace, and we should prioritize the stability of the palace.

If I act on impulse and cause dissatisfaction among the people, it may be detrimental to the palace."

Wang Dianshan was slightly stunned and began to weigh the pros and cons in his mind.

Seeing that Wang Dianshan was wavering, Zhang Changshi struck while the iron was hot.

"Sir Wang, I understand your concern for Li Fengci.

But this matter is of great importance and we need to handle it with caution.

If there is really an injustice, he will be cleared of all charges.

If there is indeed fault, it will be dealt with according to law.

Why are you in such a hurry?"

Wang Dianshan frowned and fell into deep thought.

Zhang Changshi continued, "Sir Wang, you and I are all thinking about the future of the palace.

Why don't we investigate this matter in depth together and find out if Li Fengci is indeed not guilty of any serious fault.

I will ask the King of Jin for mercy and ask for a lighter sentence."

After hearing this, Wang Dianshan's resistance gradually subsided.

Unexpectedly, when Wang Dianshan was busy and exhausted, he accidentally fell.

The fat body fell heavily to the ground with a dull sound, just like a heavy stone falling to the ground.

Wang Dianshen's official hat also fell off and rolled to the side.

He looked very embarrassed, with an awkward smile on his face, like a child who had done something wrong.

Zhang Changshi knew very well that this matter must not be compromised easily.

He frowned slightly, his eyes flashing with deep thought.

His gaze was like a torch, as if it could penetrate through layers of fog and reach the core of the truth. Facing pressure from all sides, Zhang Changshi's expression was solemn but resolute.

Like a towering mountain, it stands firmly in the storm.

At this moment, Zhang Changshi was thinking to himself: This crisis is coming so fiercely that everyone in the palace is in a panic.

I must stabilize the situation, find out the truth, and never let external forces succeed.

First, Zhang Changshi quietly sent out his most trusted confidants, who were like sharp shadows hidden in the dark.

They quietly recorded the daily actions of those officials with ill intentions, not missing any suspicious details.

Zhang Changshi himself carefully reviewed the past official documents and files. His fingers lightly ran across the paper, as if he was gently touching the vein of truth.

In conversations with other officials, Zhang Changshi seemed to casually ask some seemingly insignificant questions.

In fact, he was subtly testing the other party's attitude and whether he knew some inside information.

Zhang Changshi sometimes fell into deep thought, like a wise sage, pondering the mysteries of the universe.

From time to time, he looked around sharply, not missing any possible clues.

That determined look seemed to declare Zhang Changshi's persistent pursuit of justice.

Zhang Changshi understood that this crisis must be resolved as soon as possible.

He decided to find Doctor Zhang again and have a long talk with him in a more sincere manner.

In that quiet room, the candlelight flickered, like a dancing elf.

The two of them sat at the table with a cup of hot tea on it.

The hot air rises up like wisps of soft ribbons.

Zhang Changshi stared at Doctor Zhang and said slowly, "The palace is now in deep crisis, and external forces are eyeing it covetously.

If we cannot unite, the consequences will be disastrous.

Rules are important, but at this critical moment, we should take the overall situation into consideration.”

Doctor Zhang was slightly moved. He thought for a moment and finally nodded.

At this time, Zhang Changshi felt a little relieved. He understood that every time he won the support of one more person, there would be more hope of resolving the crisis.

As for Wang Dianshan, Zhang Changshi secretly investigated for evidence that he had been bribed by external forces, and on the other hand, he adopted a conciliatory policy.

He found Wang Dianshan and discussed his situation with an understanding attitude.

At the same time, Zhang Changshi also clearly pointed out that Wang Dianshan’s current behavior may bring serious consequences.

Zhang Changshi promised that if Wang Dianshan could cooperate with the investigation and take the initiative to confess the conspiracy of external forces, he would strive for a chance for lenient punishment for him.

Wang Dianshan looked hesitant, with beads of sweat on his forehead.

Finally, under the persuasion of Zhang Changshi, he slowly revealed the threats and coercion from external forces.

Zhang Changshi sighed inwardly: The external forces are so sinister that they use any means necessary to infiltrate the palace.

When facing the issue of Li Fengci, Zhang Changshi actively communicated and coordinated with all parties.

He explained the necessity and fairness of the investigation to the elders of the Li family and Li Fengci's wife, and tried to gain their understanding and support.

At the same time, Zhang Changshi encouraged Li Fengci to continue to prove his determination with practical actions and not to be defeated by malicious difficulties.

Li Fengci, who was determined, was walking in the busy courtyard, wearing tattered clothes.

After listening to Zhang Changshi's words, a hint of determination flashed in his eyes.

Zhang Changshi looked at Li Fengci, hoping in his heart that he could truly reform himself and contribute to the stability of the Prince of Jin's Mansion.

In addition, Zhang Changshi also strengthened communication and reporting with Zhu Gang.

He reported the progress of the investigation to Zhu Gang in a timely manner and put forward his own analysis and suggestions.

With his loyalty and wisdom, Zhang Changshi provided strong decision-making support to Zhu Gang.

In recent days, people in the palace have been in a panic and all kinds of rumors have been spreading.

Some people say that the turbulent situation outside may affect the palace.

Some people also said that the disputes within the Prince of Jin's Mansion have attracted the attention of Your Majesty.

(End of this chapter)