Zhao Defang's road to the virtuous king

Kou Zhun saw Defang's gloomy expression, and said, "My lord, this case has been going on for six years, but all the children of the deceased are still there, and they are still wanted. We are looking into this case for the sake of justice. Genocide should be exterminated, but if you are really wronged and killed, should I just sit back and watch?"

"Looking up the case made by the late emperor is a major matter. If there is a mistake, we may lose our lives." Defang said

"Kou is not afraid" Kou Zhun said

"The minister is also the same," Zhao Zongting also said

"You guys." Defang was very embarrassed, "Let the lonely king think about this matter again."

"My lord, I don't have time to think about it any more," Kou Zhun said, "Wang Zhihua has already arrived in the capital and lodged a letter at the imperial gate to appeal for grievances. There must be other actions. If there is any further delay, the truth of this case may never be revealed."

Defang looked at Zhao Zongting and Kou Zhun, one was his children's in-laws, and the other was his half-relative. If they really made a mistake in the investigation of the case, he would not be able to escape the relationship, so he might as well wish them a helping hand and catch them first. Go to Wang Zhihua, find out the truth of the case, and it will not be too late to convict.

So Defang nodded, "Okay, then the lonely king will arrange for the imperial guards to strengthen the search and defense, and the two of you will look for clues to the case back then. If Wang Zhihua is caught but cannot prove his innocence, the lonely king will definitely report to His Majesty and punish him." deserved guilt."

"Thank you, my lord!" Zhao Zongting bowed

"Zongting, Kou Zhun, the lonely king knows that you are upright officials, but this case was decided by the late emperor, and it also involves military chaos. This is a royal taboo. You should proceed with caution."

"Yes, my lord" the two bowed

Defang took a sip of tea and said, "Zongting, you still have to oversee the replacement of redundant officials, will you have no time to investigate this case?"

"Don't worry, my lord, I will take care of it."

"That's good. Don't delay His Majesty's imperial order. The abolition of redundant officials involves major financial matters. It should be dealt with as soon as possible."

"Yes, my lord"

Defang sighed, "Let's not talk about that, go and see Xiao Xinkang."

"Then Kou will take his leave first."

Defang looked at Kou Zhun, "Okay, go back and spend time with my aunt. The Gu Wang will send the things to the mansion. Please convey my greetings on behalf of the Gu Wang."

"Yes, my lord" Kou Zhun withdrew

Defang and Zhao Zongting came to the hall to see Xiao Xinkang. In the evening, Pan Weixi returned to the mansion. They drank together for a long time. Zhao Zongting returned to the mansion. Defang returned to the house and did not see Concubine Di. The guard said that the princess was in the garden. Defang came to the garden and saw Di. The concubine looked worried, Defang stepped forward and asked, "Ma'am, what are you thinking?"

Concubine Di turned her head and saw Defang, "My lord, Mr. Zhao is gone?"

"Let's go, why hasn't Madam rested yet?"

"The concubine waits for the prince to rest together."

"Really?" Defang asked.

"Of course, my lord, it's getting late, let's rest"

Defang looked at Concubine Di, "Ma'am, have you been worried recently?"

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