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"Yes!"

Meng Zhi responded loudly, then waved his hand. The imperial guards in the palace immediately rushed forward, forcibly restrained Prince Yu, and were about to drag him out.

Prince Yu was shocked and angry: "Let me go, Xiao Jingyan, what do you want to do? Let me go, Meng Zhi, do you want to rebel too?"

But how could his words possibly scare Meng Zhi? Several imperial guards had already pulled him a few steps away, and one of them even covered his mouth with a cloth.

Emperor Liang saw what Xiao Jingyan and Meng Zhi were doing and roared angrily, "Prince."

But his roar did not prevent Prince Yu from being dragged out of the palace.

Everyone present was looking at this scene in bewilderment, especially those who did not stand up, all of them felt a chill in their hearts.

Everyone in the government and the public knew what kind of person Xiao Jingyan was, but Xiao Jingyan's coldness at this moment was completely different from his past performance.

At this moment, Xiao Jingyan was full of majesty and domineering, and he was not at a disadvantage even when facing Emperor Liang.

Seeing Xiao Jingyan was indifferent, Emperor Liang took a breath and said in a deep voice: "Prince, Jinghuan is your brother, you can't do anything bad to him."

Xiao Jingyan said coldly: “Although I am the prince, I will not do anything to hurt my brothers, Your Majesty, please rest assured.”

He even stopped calling his father, which fully demonstrated his determination.

"Your Majesty, please grant me permission to re-examine the Chiyan case."

When this was brought up again, Emperor Liang was really furious. The attitudes of Xiao Jingyan and the clan ministers made him realize that he was no longer in control of the situation in the court today.

He took a deep breath and said slowly: "According to Li Yang's accusation, the masterminds are none other than Xie Yu and Xia Jiang. But now, they are both dead. Why do you insist on retrial?"

Xiao Jingyan said in a deep voice: "This case is about the truth and innocence, not just to convict two people."

"Who else do you want to convict?"

Emperor Liang's tone changed.

Xiao Jingyan: "This case is a matter of right and wrong. Those who are guilty or at fault should be held accountable."

Emperor Liang sneered, "What a guilty person, what a faulty person, who are you talking about?"

Jamel Xiao didn't say anything, but just looked at him without avoiding. Not only him, he found that many people were also looking at him.

Faced with such a situation, Emperor Liang was silent for a long time, and then slowly asked: "What if I don't agree? Does the prince really want to force the palace?"

Xiao Jingyan said in a clear voice: "Jingyan has been taught by the emperor elder brother since he was young. As everyone knows, the elder brother only wishes that Daliang will be forever stable and the people will be safe and sound. What he did not do in the past, Jingyan will not do either."

"You can't? If you can't, then what are you doing now?"

Because Xia Jiang died early and Mei Changsu's identity was not discovered, Emperor Liang did not know that Mei Changsu had a relationship with Lin Shu, and naturally would not mention Mei Changsu at this time.

Xiao Jingyan remained silent, just standing there quietly, neither speaking nor retreating, his attitude was very tough.

Emperor Liang had a grim expression on his face. Everything that happened today was something he had never dared to imagine, and he hadn't noticed any signs of it beforehand.

If such a thing had not happened suddenly, he would not have known that Crown Prince Xiao Jingyan now had such prestige in the court, and even people like Prince Ji and Marquis Yan stood on Xiao Jingyan's side.

Even the commander-in-chief of the imperial guards who controlled the imperial city became Xiao Jingyan's man. In addition to the civil and military officials, the Mu Nihuang siblings who controlled the military power, and the Imperial Concubine Jing who controlled the harem.

If you think about it carefully, it is really horrible that even he, the emperor, was forced to this point.

He really couldn't understand how Xiao Jingyan did it. You have to know that it had only been less than half a year since Xiao Jingyan became the crown prince.

"Why, Prince, why are you doing this?"

Jamel Xiao’s answer was concise and clear.

"For the truth and for justice."

Emperor Liang said in a deep voice: "Prince, I don't believe that you planned this situation alone. It seems that you have the help of an expert."

As he spoke, his gaze quickly shifted to Mei Changsu, who had been sitting quietly and without saying a word.

"Mr. Su, if it weren't for the help of a talented scholar like you, I'm afraid there wouldn't be such a scene now. But I don't understand, for a counselor like you, what good is it for you to do such a thing?"

"benefit?"

Mei Changsu stood up expressionlessly, looked at Emperor Liang with a strange look, but said irrelevant words.

"In the 26th year of Jingyun, your majesty was still a prince and was framed and put to death. It was your classmate and companion, and later the commander of the Red Flame Army, Lin Xie, who risked his life to retrieve the evidence and presented it to the late emperor, who saved your majesty's life."

Hearing these words, Emperor Liang's expression changed immediately, and he stared at Mei Changsu with a look of shock and confusion. This happened forty years ago, and he didn't understand why Mei Changsu knew it so clearly.

Mei Changsu did not stop and continued, "In the 29th year of Jingyun, the Five Kings' Rebellion washed the capital city with blood. At that time, Marshal Lin was just a commander of the patrol camp. He personally led 300 cavalrymen and rushed into the Imperial Guard camp, and finally ensured that Your Majesty ascended the throne."

The past was brought up again, and Emperor Liang was immediately confused. He shouted excitedly: "Shut up, you shut up, shut up."

But how could Mei Changsu shut up?

"In the tenth year of Kaiwen, the Western Jin Dynasty fell and Nanjing was besieged. It was General Lin who came from the northern border to support the king. After three days of bloody battle, he finally put down the chaos in the capital."

"Whether as a friend or as a minister, Marshal Lin has never failed Your Majesty. What the Crown Prince and the court officials are asking for today is nothing more than to restore the truth of that year. Why can't Your Majesty agree to such a reasonable request?"

At the end of the conversation, Mei Changsu also lost control of his emotions and became extremely excited.

Emperor Liang pointed at Mei Changsu in shock and shouted, "Who are you? How do you know all this? Who are you?"

Mei Changsu remained silent. His goal had been achieved and his emotions had been vented. Now it was no longer his home ground.

Xiao Jingyan took a step forward, stood in front of Mei Changsu, and stared at Emperor Liang.

Emperor Liang's gaze fell on Xiao Jingyan again, his brows furrowed, and he suddenly rushed to the dragon table, drew his sword, and threatened in a cold voice.

"Prince, do you really want to rebel? Aren't you afraid that I will kill you? If I kill you, there will be a new prince tomorrow."

Seeing this scene, many people in the hall became nervous, especially those who were closer, such as Meng Zhi, whose hand was already on the hilt of the knife.

Xiao Jingyan replied coldly: "You can kill me, and you can kill everyone in the world who wants to investigate this case, because you are the king, but when you kill everyone, are you still the high and mighty king?"

"I have always taken my eldest brother as my role model, but I will never be the second eldest brother."

The last sentence sounded like thunder in Emperor Liang's ears, and even his sword-holding hand began to tremble.

How could he not understand what Xiao Jingyan said? When Prince Qi faced death, he did not resist at all and died sadly.

Xiao Jingyan said that he would not be the second King Qi, which meant that it was obvious that if King Qi did not resist, it did not mean that he would not resist.

If he is really pushed to the limit, it is not impossible to force the palace to rebel.

To be honest, Emperor Liang was really frightened by Xiao Jingyan's last words.

Before today, he would not be scared, but now, at this moment, he was really scared.

As an emperor, he knew best the role of power. Now, in this hall, the person who held power was not him, but Crown Prince Xiao Jingyan.

The long sword in his hand fell to the ground uncontrollably. Emperor Liang said nothing, walked straight past Xiao Jingyan and the officials, and walked out of the hall slowly, step by step.

Although Xiao Jingyan did not stop him or say anything, Meng Zhi followed behind Emperor Liang with a team of imperial guards.

In the past, this was protection, but now, it is surveillance and control...

Emperor Liang returned to Yangju Palace, and his whole mental state became abnormal. He had always been an authoritative person, but at this moment he was really defeated.

The enraged Emperor Liang smashed everything in the palace crazily. Everyone in the palace was driven away, leaving only Gao Zhan, but Gao Zhan did not dare to approach.

Emperor Liang roared loudly, venting his anger and cursing...

He now regretted letting Xiao Jingyan become the crown prince. At the same time, he couldn't believe that Xiao Jingyan had actually controlled most of the power in the capital and forced him into such a desperate situation, making him unable to even resist.

As an emperor, being forced to this extent by his own son and the crown prince, this made him most desperate and angry.

When no one dared to come in, Concubine Jing walked in.

No one left the birthday banquet hall. Everyone was waiting quietly. They all knew that one of Emperor Liang and the Crown Prince would have to compromise today, and the person who would compromise would most likely be Emperor Liang. So they were all waiting, waiting for Emperor Liang to recognize the situation.

After waiting for a long time, Mei Changsu motioned Xiao Jingyan to follow him to the side.

"Jingyan, this is not a solution."

Although Mei Changsu wanted to re-examine the Chiyan case, he did not want Xiao Jingyan to really force him to rebel.

Jamel Xiao said: “He will figure it out.”

Mei Changsu said: "But this may take a long time. Let me go. I will go and meet him. Maybe I can convince him."

"You? No, no."

Xiao Jingyan shook his head. He was afraid that Emperor Liang would harm Mei Changsu, so he said, "Let me go."

Mei Changsu said: "If you go, it will only intensify the conflict between you. If I go, it will only be to persuade him. There will be no danger."

"But……"

"Don't say buts. Today is the best opportunity. If we miss today, we won't be in the current situation. I want to overturn the verdict in an open and aboveboard manner, not by force. This is my responsibility, so Jing Yan, let me go."

Seeing Mei Changsu so determined, Xiao Jingyan could not refuse and finally could only nod and agree.

(End of this chapter)

Chapter 873: Redress, main mission completed

Xiao Jingyan looked at Zhou Chen who was walking over and asked, "Why didn't you stop him? If it were you, you should be able to convince him."

Facing the Crown Prince Xiao Jingyan, Zhou Chen was not at all restrained.

"Do you have a better choice? Xiao Shu just doesn't want you to be accused of forcing the emperor to abdicate, so he chose to do this. Believe him."

In fact, Zhou Chen did not object because he knew what Mei Changsu was thinking. He also wanted to clear himself of all charges in the Chiyan case and the Lin family and pave the way for the future little treasure Lin Xin.

As for his main mission, to clear his name, he was only required to complete it during the reign of Emperor Xiao Xuan of Liang. There was no specified method or process, as long as it was completed.

After hearing what Zhou Chen said, Jamel Xiao had a complicated expression and didn't know how to answer.

Although he had made up his mind and had just refused to back down in the Golden Palace, he would be in a very difficult position if Emperor Liang really insisted on his decision.

Mei Changsu's skill in talking was quite good. After he entered Emperor Liang's retirement palace, he stayed there for more than half an hour and finally walked out with a relaxed look on his face.

Although the appeal for justice in the Golden Palace today was conducted in front of all the officials, it was not spread widely afterwards.

Because this is a matter that concerns the reputation of the royal family and the emperor, people don't dare to discuss it even in private, let alone spread it deliberately.

But soon Emperor Liang issued an order, asking the three courts to re-examine the Chiyan case.

Su Mansion!

Everyone gathered together, but their expressions did not look particularly happy. Instead, they looked a little solemn.

Meng Zhi couldn't help but complain, "Xiao Shu, you shouldn't agree to His Majesty's request. Why can't you reveal your identity? Once the Chiyan case is overturned, you should be free and resume your identity as Lin Shu."

Mei Changsu showed no regrets, but smiled and said, "This is the best choice. Our emperor has no choice but to agree to a retrial of the Scarlet Flame case. But if he wants to block it, it will be a very troublesome matter. I won't lose out in exchange for a retrial by not revealing my identity."

At this point, he suddenly changed the subject.

"Besides, I only promised myself that I would not reveal my identity as Lin Shu. I did not promise him to sever the Lin family line. I still have Xiaobao. Our emperor doesn't have much time left. When Jingyan takes the throne, he will not mistreat the Lin family or Xiaobao."

"So whether I can restore my identity or not is not important."

Mei Changsu was very open-minded. He felt that he didn't have much time left. Now he was not thinking about himself, but the Lin family and, most importantly, his son, Xiaobao Lin Xin.

Paving the way for Lin Xin is his priority.

Meng Zhi looked unhappy: "But in this case, you can only continue to live as Mei Changsu."

"What's wrong with Mei Changsu's identity? I've been using it for ten years and I'm used to it. If you ask me to resume my identity as Lin Shu, I won't be used to it."

He didn't say this to comfort Meng Zhi, but he really meant it.

More than a decade ago, Lin Shu was so dazzling and heroic, but now he is like a frail old man, powerless and helpless.

Therefore, whether or not Lin Shu's identity could be restored was no longer that important to him.

"Ugh."

Meng Zhi also knew that he could not change Mei Changsu's mind, so he could only sigh heavily.

Mu Nihuang said with a worried look on her face: "Brother, although His Majesty has agreed to re-examine the Chiyan case, I think we still can't be careless. He is too cunning. If he is allowed to regain power, I am afraid..."

She didn't finish her words, but everyone understood what she meant.

Xia Dong agreed and said, "Yes, what Nihuang said makes sense. Our Majesty really cannot be trusted."

Well, Emperor Liang is a complete failure for acting like this.

Mei Changsu said: "Don't worry about that. Jingyan and I have already thought of this and will not relax our supervision of him. Aunt Jing is watching over the harem, Jingyan is in the front court, Brother Meng is in the imperial guards, and the Imperial Guards are also loyal to Jingyan, so his orders can no longer be transmitted outside the imperial city."

Mu Nihuang said in a deep voice: "As for Prince Yu and the Queen, although they have little power now, they still need to be careful and cautious."

Mei Changsu said, "We have also taken this into consideration. Aunt Jing is watching over the Queen, and Marquis Yan is also here. He will not allow the Queen to have any other thoughts. As for Prince Yu, he will probably never achieve anything in his life."