Tiantang

Chapter 125
Chapter 134

On the morning of the second day, two major events in Chang'an City were going on almost simultaneously.

Ma Lu, Shao Yin of Jingzhao Mansion, was entrusted by Zhang Xuan to act as an agent of Jingzhao Mansion affairs.On the square in front of the yamen of Jingzhao Mansion, seven house slaves from Yang Kai's mansion were pushed out by the yamen servants of Jingzhao Mansion, and they were displayed on the spot for half an hour.

Ma Lu walked out of the government office slowly, followed by several ordinary subordinate officials of the Jingzhao government office and Zhao Hu, the leader of the government office.

In the current yamen of Jingzhao Mansion, Governor Zhang Xuan is a part-timer, because he is busy with affairs and hardly comes to sit in the yamen. The highest chief executive in Jingzhao Mansion is this young Yin Malu.

Malu came out of the mansion, glanced at the seven servants of the consort's mansion who were kneeling on the cold ground of the square, feeling quite emotional.

In the city of Chang'an, there are not a few children of the rich and powerful, and even evil slaves in the mansions of the rich and powerful, who bully men and women and act mischievously in the city, but there are very few who can be brought to justice by the Yamen of Jingzhao Mansion.The Jingzhao Mansion received a report from the people, and at most it turned a major event into a trivial matter.

It was the first time in Malu's more than ten years of official career that he broke into the consort's mansion to arrest people and punish them according to the law like now.How could Malu dare to do this without the courage and thunderous means of the new governor, Zhang Xuan, and General Zhang?

Given his courage, he wouldn't dare to bring people to the gate of Yang Qi's mansion to shout and arrest them.

As for the public punishment this morning, Malu was originally unwilling to do it.Because the son-in-law's mansion handed over the evil slaves, it was considered a loss of face, and if they blamed these evil slaves in person, it would undoubtedly discredit Yang Qi and Princess Taihua again.

But Zhang Xuan's decree is so, Malu dare not disobey.

Hearing that the villainous slaves of Consort Yang's mansion were punished, many scholars, ordinary people and merchants from Chang'an City rushed over to watch the commotion, and within a short time the square was completely surrounded.

Some shrewd peddlers even did their business in this place. From time to time, the servants of Jingzhao Mansion could hear the loud and sometimes low shouts from outside the venue.

The crowd of onlookers is growing.Team leader Zhao Hu frowned, walked over and whispered in Malu's ear, "Master Ma, is this appropriate? The face of Consort Yang's family..."

"The general made this clear, and I have nothing to do with it. We can only obey the general's order." Malu bowed his hands to Dangkong.

"My lord, I don't know what the general's move is...could it be that Consort Yang offended the general?" Zhao Hu hesitated and asked again.

Ma Lu turned his head and glanced at Zhao Hu coldly, and said indifferently, "Zhao Hu, don't mention this kind of thing again in the future. It's not for you to criticize and speculate about the general. Otherwise - you will be severely punished!"

Ma Lu spoke seriously, Zhao Hu was startled, and quickly lowered his head, not daring to say more.

The crowd of onlookers whispered, and the topic was actually similar to Zhao Hu's questioning.However, why Zhang Xuan did this is not important. What is important is that many people understand that the current Jingzhao Mansion Yamen has "changed". Anyone who respects the law may be punished and sent to prison.

Zhang Xuan is stern and ruthless.

The son-in-law and the princess don't give face, let alone other ordinary dignitaries.

Of course, in the eyes of some people, this can be regarded as three fires for Zhang Xuan's new official appointment, and his intention is to take advantage of the opportunity to gain prestige.

Malu waved to Zhao Hu.

Zhao Hu hurriedly ordered two yamen servants, one to beat the gong, and the other to hold the newly issued "Chang'an City Public Security Order" by Jingzhao Mansion, go around the venue for three weeks and read it out in public.

"Whoever gathers a crowd to cause trouble will be punished with a staff of twenty and a fine of ten sticks."

"Those who commit crimes in public will be punished with thirty sticks, and they will be assigned according to the law."

"Those who bully others, those who bully men and women..."

After the yamen servants announced the "Chang'an City Public Security and Defense Order" based on the laws of the Tang Dynasty, which seemed very fresh to everyone, some people slowly realized that this administrative ban by the Yamen of Jingzhao Mansion was basically aimed at the powerful and powerful. Promulgated and implemented.

Of course, this ban came from Zhang Xuan's idea and Ma Lu's handwriting.

After the yamen servant announced the announcement, he publicly posted the ban on the bulletin board outside the yamen of Jingzhao Mansion.

Malu looked up at the sky, was silent for a moment, and said loudly, "The time has come, execution!"

Zhao Hu shouted viciously, "My lord has an order, execute the sentence!"

A group of wolf-like yamen servants lined up, a group of three, two of them knocked down the evil slave of Yang Qi's mansion to the ground, and the other held a stick, ready to beat him.

Zhao Hu waved his hand.

As the neat and uniform sticks of the yamen servants fell fiercely, the seven evil slaves let out a shrill cry that shook the sky.At first the screams were very loud, but later on, it became weak and groaning continuously, only the breath was coming in but not coming out.

Rod duty thirty!

How could these powerful family slaves be able to endure such hardships when they were usually pampered and pampered.After thirty sticks, everyone fainted on the spot.

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Naturally, the movements of the Yamen of Jingzhao Mansion could not be concealed from the dignitaries in the city, which made many people feel very uncomfortable.

It is impossible to say that he has no opinion of Zhang Xuan.It's just that Zhang Xuan is now in full power, and he is standing on the height of justice to purify Chang'an's public security and implement the laws of the Tang Dynasty. No one dares to openly jump out and hit Zhang Xuan's gun.

At this time, it is definitely a situation where anyone who does not have a long eye pops out will fight.

And these are uncomfortable in my heart, but I still have to forcibly suppress the negative emotions in my heart, prepare a car and rush to Cui's house with generous gifts to celebrate his birthday.It was Cui Ju's birthday, although the Cui family didn't send out invitations with much fanfare, but the news spread.

Brothers Cui Huan and Cui Jin stood in front of the mansion gate to welcome the guests on behalf of their father, but they were taken aback.

Originally, the Cui family only invited familiar guests and relatives, but there was an endless stream of people who took the initiative to come to pay their respects.

The important officials in the court, the royal family, the scholars of Qingliu, and the big merchants in the city were all invited.Even Yang Guozhong was quite generous and sent his eldest son Yang Xun to join him.

The Cui family was not prepared and had to hold another banquet temporarily.

And Cui Ju and his wife hurriedly dressed up and greeted the guests in person.Because some guests are all important figures, and no one can be neglected.

Cui Huan glanced at the crowd of guests entering and leaving the mansion with some emotion, knowing that these people did not come for the Cui family, but for the son-in-law of the Cui family, Zhang Xuan.

Now Zhang Xuan has made great contributions in suppressing the rebellion, won the trust of the emperor, and has a high position and authority. It can be said that he is the third real power faction under the emperor, second only to Yang Guozhong. He is a well-deserved upstart. Who would not want to make friends with him?

Cui Huan recalled Zhang Xuan's reputation as a dude, recalled the history of the Cui family's embarrassment of Zhang Xuan, and thought of Zhang Xuan's talent, soaring to the sky, and power in his hands. .

Suddenly, Cui Jin coughed dryly twice.

Cui Huan quickly gathered himself together, seeing Zhang Xuan's mother, Liu Shi, got out of the car with a beautiful and dignified girl, and walked over slowly with a smile, he didn't dare to neglect and hurried up with Cui Jin.

"The old lady is here, the Cui family is honored." Cui Huan and Cui Jin bowed down together.

Liu Shi is Cui Ying's mother-in-law, that is, the elders of the two brothers, not to mention Zhang Xuan's current power, the two of them can't be rude.

Liu's temperament is peaceful, and she has never become "arrogant" because of her son's gaining power, and she is still the same as before.

She smiled and gave her a hand, "You two young masters don't need to be too polite. I heard that my in-law's birthday is here, so I brought my daughter here to congratulate you."

Cui Huan raised his head and glanced at the pretty girl beside Liu Shi in surprise, wondering when Liu Shi had another daughter?
Seeing Cui Huan cast his gaze, the girl lowered her head shyly, but held Liu Shi's arm timidly with one hand, looking very delicate.

Maybe it was a fate destined by heaven, or maybe it was a coincidence of love at first sight. In this fleeting glance, Cui Huan suddenly felt that the door of his heart opened, and the figure of this delicate girl was firmly imprinted on his heart.

Until Mrs. Liu walked in with the girl, Cui Huan looked at the girl's back in a daze, and his eyes gradually became fiery.

Cough!

Cui Jin coughed dryly again, lightly tugged on Cui Huan's skirt, and said in a low voice, "Second brother, what's wrong with you today..."

Cui Huan came back to his senses, his face turned red, but he couldn't help asking in a low voice, "Brother, when did Mrs. Liu have another daughter?"

Cui Jin suddenly realized, laughed, pointed to Cui Huan and said softly, "Second brother, so you have taken a fancy to her young lady. I don't know when the Zhang family has a fourth lady, but you can ask in a while." Isn’t Ying’er just going to get it? Maybe it’s Zhang Jiuming or the lady from Zhang Jiugao’s house..."

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Cui Ju was in a very good mood. The Cui family's thriving family today reminded him of the grand occasion of the Cui family decades ago.In the Cui family, there have been generations of people who have been promoted and entered the prime minister, and now, with Cui Ju's low official position, the Cui family is actually slowly declining.

Of course, after all, it is one of the noble families in the world. The Cui family's background and energy accumulated over hundreds of years are not comparable to ordinary noble families.

Cui Ju knew very well in his heart who the Cui family's glory today came from.It's just that when he looked around, most of the bureaucrats and dignitaries in Chang'an City had arrived, and some of the high-ranking ones felt that they were inferior in person, so they sent the next generation to act as representatives; but his son-in-law, Zhang Xuan, had not arrived for a long time.

If Zhang Xuan does not come, the banquet cannot be held.Although Zhang Xuan is only his son-in-law and a junior, but in many cases, power and status are more important than seniority.

Cui Ju looked around anxiously, he was afraid that the dignitaries present would get angry because of the long waiting time, but unexpectedly, even if they waited longer, these people would never complain.

They came to Cui's house to celebrate Cui Ju's birthday, and they came here to make friends with Zhang Xuan.As long as it can be exchanged for Zhang Xuan's friendly gesture, not to mention waiting for a while, even if it takes half a day to climb up, it is worth it.

Cui Ju glanced at Mrs. Zheng, and said in a low voice, "Ma'am, why hasn't Ying Er come out before my virtuous son-in-law has arrived?"

Mrs. Zheng smiled, "My lord, I'm going to remind you. Zhang Xuan came early in the morning, and I guess he's in Yinger's room right now..."

Mrs. Zheng got up and left.

Cui Ju smiled respectfully at Princess Yuzhen, who was seated there, "It's a great honor to be honored by His Highness for your highness' support!"

Princess Yuzhen Li Chiying smiled lightly, "Your Majesty Cui doesn't have to be like this. Yinger is also my daughter, so I should come here to show Yinger's face."

(End of this chapter)