Yongkang was exposed by Zhang Zhou, so he couldn't lose his face.
But she seems to be used to being in front of Zhang Zhou. No one else can make her suffer, and she will not be willing to suffer, but the man in front of her can make her imperial brother Characters who are all influenced by him?
What's more, my husband relied on Zhang Zhou's support to obtain the status of a marquis. It has only been more than a year... Thinking of this, no matter how unwilling he is, he must bear it first.
After all, you need to ask for help from others.
"Master Zhang, you don't give me face. I am also a eldest princess. Your Majesty asked me to ask you. Why don't I just ask you? She is just an ordinary woman. As a If you go with the flow, people will return your favor, how nice is it?" Yongkang started to play the emotional card.
Zhang Zhou said: "You can't talk about this kind of thing. Once you open the door, others will think that the matter is accommodating and they will come to me to plead for mercy."
Yongkang said anxiously: "I will never Just tell him."
"Haha." Zhang Zhou smiled and didn't answer.
Yongkang was so angry that he stamped his feet and said: "Then tell me, how are we going to get this person out? After all, she is a lady from a famous family, and it is not her who is guilty, but her husband's family. When the father-in-law was convicted, it was said that her husband was only involved in the case. Logically speaking, he could be rescued with a little money. In the past, the guilty minister had no family members and was assigned. As long as the relationship was properly managed, the person could be brought out. "
"Really?" Zhang Zhou continued to pretend to be confused.
The rules of the Ming Dynasty do not mean that the family members of officials who have been convicted must join the Jiaofangsi. The emperor will also grant titles to ministers, especially those who have meritorious service.
For example, Jiao Fang had a concubine. After the native officials of Guangxi were attacked and destroyed, his family members were rewarded to his house. This has been recorded in history.
As for the family members of some convicted officials, the emperor directly entrusted them to ministers, and the wife himself had family members who were willing to spend money to take care of them, or if they had good connections, they could also redeem them. , of course, the price is not necessarily just spending some money, but there are always some connections, and some can even bring young children out to their parents' homes.
This depends on the activity ability of the family behind it.
Yongkang said: "If you think it is unacceptable for them to be corrupt and bend the law, their mother-in-law's family will give you thousands of taels of silver as an apology. And she alone... is a miserable person. , why are you making things difficult for me?"
Zhang Zhou asked, "Did the eldest princess gain anything by caring so much?"
Yongkang frowned and said, "What do you think I am doing?" Are you going to run for a few taels of silver, looking for the imperial brother, and begging you? It’s just that we have some friendship, and I can’t bear to see her wandering around.”
Zhang Zhou knew this. Yes, it turned out to be Yongkang's "best friend".
Now Yongkang is probably so concerned about the future of his good sisters and some "interests" that are not humane to outsiders.
Zhang Zhou smiled and said: "So what benefits will I get? "
"I know..." Yongkang saw that Zhang Zhou seemed to be able to negotiate, so he rolled his eyes at Zhang Zhou and said, "To be honest, that girl is quite pretty. Just because of this, she I'm worried that she won't be able to bear the hardships in the future. You also know that once you are convicted and become a concubine, it will be nothing special. Even if you are young and beautiful, you will not have a good life in the future... Alas! "
Zhang Zhou said: "Your Highness, it sounds like you understand the hard work involved.
Yongkang rolled his eyes at Zhang Zhou and said: "Comparing our feelings, we are all poor people. I thought I married into a good family, but it can be regarded as a young and talented man who is charming and suave. He is also from an official family. How can he get a degree in the future?" He could be promoted to a high-ranking official, or even be admitted as a Jinshi, but in officialdom, he often had no choice but to do what he wanted. "
Zhang Zhou said: "Is taking bribes and perverting the law considered to be out of one's control? ”
“Is that something a woman can decide? Yongkang said, "I'm not talking about her husband's family. They simply deserve it, but don't harm them." "
"Oh. hehe. "Zhang Zhou continued to laugh.
"You are a superior, and you don't know how helpless those below are, but you have to be on guard, Mr. Zhang, I am not scaring you, you will also be attacked. With so many people staring at it, and saying that the flower will last forever, are you sure there won't be any deviations on your side in the future? "Yongkang seemed to be trying to regain his position, and actually wanted to "scare" Zhang Zhou.
Zhang Zhou smiled and said: "I have a clear conscience, what am I worried about?
Yongkang said: "Then you make a condition, as long as you bring the person out, the money will be easy to talk about. If you are greedy for their beauty, then if you give the person out, the other person's family will I will find young girls from the south of the Yangtze River for you, send them to your home, or send you to another house, in the end... so that you don't suffer any loss. "
Zhang Zhou picked up a peach again, continued to nibble on it, and said, "Let's talk about it later. "
"You..."
Yongkang took a look and saw that Zhang Zhou had no intention of making any promise to her, but she had learned the lesson. Since you didn't agree, you didn't say no either. Agree, just treat it as your tacit agreement.
"Then I will wait for the good news from Mr. Zhang and give him out intact. "Yongkang stood up, walked to Zhang Zhou in person, and even leaned down to pour tea for Zhang Zhou. His attentiveness and thoughtfulness made Zhang Zhou feel that this woman was serious.
For someone who doesn't know How good of a friend she is, she really did it.
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After Yongkang’s reminder, Zhang Zhou really fell in love with that woman. He was somewhat interested.
He also wanted to know what kind of woman could make a proud and arrogant woman like Yongkang beg him in a low voice, and even continue to be courteous.
< p>But it’s not dark yet, and it seems inconvenient to complete some things. There are still many people trying to visit him. Most people can be turned away directly, and some people even dare not visit him. He, but there are always those who are "cowardly", such asSaid to be a person from the Duke's mansion.In fact, their purpose is the same, they are all working on this big case in the capital. It seems that everyone knows that it is easiest to directly take advantage of his relationship with Zhang Zhou.
The person who came to see Zhang Zhou this time was no longer a woman from the Chengguo Palace, but directly turned into Zhu Feng's brother Zhu Lin.
Zhu Lin did not bring a gift to meet him, and even went empty-handed. After waiting for two hours to watch a play in the theater, Liu Gui finally went over to inform him that he could meet at the backyard viewing platform. , he quickly got up and went to the backyard.
On the observation deck.
Zhang Zhou was eating some iced fruit. In this era, saltpeter ice making had been perfected. Even ordinary people in the city could buy ice in the hot summer, not to mention rich and wealthy people. It was an official like Zhang Zhou.
When Zhu Lin came up, it was probably because it was too hot in the theater, causing him to sweat profusely.
Zhang Zhou said: "Master Zhu, please have some tea."
"I dare not." After all, Zhu Lin did not have a deep friendship with Zhang Zhou like his younger brother, so he walked over carefully. , and knelt down to salute Zhang Zhou, just like his father.
"Get up, let's sit down and talk, we are not outsiders. If nothing happens, you can wait outside first. I have something to say to him." Zhang Zhou left Zhu Lin alone.
Then Zhu Lincai explained his intention: "My father has made great achievements in the northwest, but there is no news from my younger brother. Now the war on the grassland is still going on, but there has been no news in the past few days. With the family Madam, if you are willing to honor me, you can come at any time."
"Let me go again, your father and brother are not at home, what should I do?" Zhang Zhou looked a little embarrassed. Displeased, "Also, every time your grandmother arranges it, it's like the Hongmen Banquet. I feel stressed after going there. If you have anything to do, it's best to say it directly here. There's no point in being secretive."
< p> Zhu Lin said: "To be honest, Madam Tai really hopes that the case in Nanjing will not be expanded, especially when it involves my father. My father has made some mistakes, and he is willing to hand over all the gains he made from corruption, perverting the law, and even bribes. Come out and use it as military expenses.""Can I ask how much it is?" Zhang Zhou asked with a smile.
Zhu Lin seemed very confused: "My father is not in Beijing for the time being, so I can't find out clearly at the moment, but at least 60,000 to 70,000 taels of silver can be produced."
Zhang Zhou thought to himself, if someone embezzled 60,000 to 70,000 taels in vain, their ancestral graves would be dug up, but your family would have no problem returning the stolen goods?
What a big face.
But having said that, in the past few decades, your Chengguo government has been domineering in the Dudu Mansion and even the position of guard in Nanjing, and only received 60,000 to 70,000 taels of silver. Who would believe it?
Based on the capital that Zhu Zhijie used to do business, I’m afraid it’s more than this, right?
Zhu Lin said: "We will plead guilty on behalf of my father."
"Don't plead guilty to me." Zhang Zhou said, "If you want to mention it, just mention it to Your Majesty and see if His Majesty can handle this matter." Let it go completely like you do.It's rare for someone to take the initiative to confess. It's like some people who may have done more evil than you, but so far they haven't heard any rumors about coming out to confess. "
"You mean..." Zhu Lin seemed to realize who Zhang Zhou was talking about, it must be the British Duke Zhang Mao.
Zhang Zhou smiled and said: "Just say it casually, I didn't mention it. Don't point fingers at anyone, and don't take it too personally. "
"Yes, yes. "Zhu Lin looked very embarrassed.
As a result, there seemed to be more sweat on his head.
"It's not good to be upset. Drink tea and eat some fruit. It's too hot today, but it should be over in the next few days. "Zhang Zhou said, "Actually, there are some things that your family should handle with both hands. On the one hand, you should be honest with your Majesty about your mistakes and set an example for the people in the court. As long as your father and Zhijie have made meritorious service in the northwest, we can discuss the matter of making amends. ”
“Oh? ”
Zhu Lin seemed to have heard some signs.
Even Zhang Zhou knew that Zhu Lin only looked honest and honest, but in fact he was wilted on the inside and was the kind of person who had deep hidden insecurities. If you think that he is just a kid from an ordinary family, you would be wrong.
Zhang Zhou smiled and said: "This example is very important, as it affects who your majesty can attack first, or who can be separated. Close and distant relatives. "
Zhu Lin said: "You mean, by reporting our crimes and asking His Majesty to convict us, are we putting pressure on some people? "
Zhang Zhou said: "You can understand by yourself, I didn't say too much. And doesn’t this kind of thing all depend on one’s own sincerity? If some people take the lead, no matter how much Your Majesty wants to protect you, I'm afraid it will be... haha. "
You first give a warning, confess your crimes, let the emperor kill you like chickens, and then let the monkeys all over the mountain run away in fear.
Of course not I really want to kill you chicken. After all, the two backbones of your family are still in the northwest. Both the emperor and the ministers must think about whether there will be a mutiny, or at least wait for the outcome of the northwest war. < /p>
Once your father and your brother have made military exploits, it can be regarded as "making up for their mistakes", and other families are not so lucky.
In this way, the court's laws can be regarded as demonstrated. , and your family can also have a turn for the better, or even be able to escape completely. How great would it be?
Zhu Lin stood up, then knelt down with a bang, kowtowed: "I will remember your teachings, sir. I will go back and discuss with the Dowager. If I confess my crime, I will definitely live up to His Majesty's high expectations. Even at the risk of having your home confiscated, you must state the facts to His Majesty, so that your ancestors' loyalty, filial piety and justice will not be wasted. "
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At night.
Zhang Zhou was talking to Yang Peng at his old house in the east of the city.
Yang Peng explained the details of the investigation to Zhang Zhou in detail. Not long after, Wang Shi entered the hall and said respectfully: "My lord, my lord, I am already outside. I have brought this to you." . Should it be sent to the back house or here? ”
Yang Peng quickly stood up and smiledHe said: "We still have things to do at home, so I won't disturb you, sir."
As he said that, he also gave Wang Shi a wink, which meant good job.
When you do things for Zhang Zhou, especially when you do things for your son-in-law, and when you give women to your son-in-law, you don’t complain at all, and you are even so respectful. You are really a teachable child.
Zhang Zhou smiled and said: "I'll just take a look, it's the same everywhere."
The person was given by Wang Shi, and Wang Mingshan was standing next to him. Zhang Zhou still wanted to save some respect. .
But think about it, Wang Mingshan has never cared about this kind of thing. It’s not that she is deliberately pretending, but that this kind of thing is not engraved in her bones. She is jealous and evil, then They were all things that never existed in her life.
As for what her father was doing, she didn't care at all.
Even so, Yang Peng was still very sensible and took Wang Shi away.
As Yongkang mentioned later, the woman originally named Song, who was married to the house of Li Xing, a doctor in the household department, and became the daughter-in-law, was brought to the main hall of Zhang Zhou's house by two mothers-in-law. , appeared in front of Zhang Zhou.
Although this woman had been carefully groomed before coming here, because she had spent the past few days in a cell without seeing the light, she looked very haggard and had some bruises on her hands. It looks like he has been wearing shackles.
Just looking at her appearance, she is a kind of virtuous and restrained person. She still has some good looks, but she is definitely not someone who will conquer the country.
Not that kind of Xiaojiabiyu, she is indeed the type of lady. If she suddenly stands in front of others, she can give people the feeling of a good wife and loving mother.
"A civilian woman has seen you, sir." When the woman saw Zhang Zhou, she also knelt down and saluted.
Zhang Zhouyi waved his hand, and then the mother-in-law stepped back.
Zhang Zhou said: "Get up, let me take a look."
Li Song stood up, looking trembling, probably thinking that the government sent her directly to this mansion. Of course, it is not wrong to be a slave. Originally, she was just like those criminals, and she was prepared to leave Zhang Zhou and send him directly to Binhai City.
Zhang Zhou asked: "Do you know Princess Yongkang?"
When the woman heard Yongkang's name, her eyes regained some luster, but she couldn't help but shed tears and said: "The convict wife dare not have friendship with the eldest princess." The transcoding has been serious recently, which makes us more motivated and updates faster. Please use your little hands to exit the reading mode. Thank you