The first county magistrate in history

Chapter 163: Killing relatives for the sake of justice?

Qin Zheng gave a bitter smile. This old fox wanted him to come out and clarify things himself!

This way, it’s more real!

Only then can we stop those who are also planning to impeach Xia Bi and his son today!

But, do you trust me so much?

If I hadn't understood, or had deliberately taken advantage of your misfortune, today might have been the anniversary of your adopted son's death.

Qin Zheng smiled bitterly, hurried out of the class, and knelt down: "Your Majesty, I have already found out that the assassin is indeed related to Xia Jinzhong!"

All the civil and military officials in the court were shocked!

The Prime Minister and Qin Zheng joined forces to kill Xia Jinzhong?

What's the meaning?

Xia Mochu was also confused at this moment.

Xia Mo Ning was also confused. Looking at her master, she always felt that this was her master's conspiracy.

Xia Jinzhong was completely scared at this moment. What was going on?

Is my godfather trying to get rid of me?

Does he want to adopt Qin Zheng as his adopted son?

At this moment, Xia Bitu lowered his head but smiled.

I cursed in my heart, you little monkey, how nice!

Qin Zheng glanced at Xia Bitu's blooming profile and really wanted to give him a smack with his shoe.

Why do you have to drag me into something you can solve on your own?

Don’t you know how fucking aggrieved I am?

It was clearly Xia Jinzhong who ordered this, but as a victim, I still have to go against my conscience and defend him.

I'm such a bitch!

However, he could only help Xia Bitu. Otherwise, the empress would not be able to bear the consequences.

Xia Mochu was completely confused. Didn’t they agree that big things would be turned into small things, and small things would be turned into nothing?

What are Qin Zheng and Xia Bitu doing?

Xia Mochu didn't say anything. What if he said something wrong?

I know, there must be a reason.

Qin Zheng added, "This case is related to Xia Jinzhong, but it wasn't Xia Jinzhong who ordered it. He was just familiar with him and didn't know his identity or plans!"

As soon as he finished speaking, Xia Bitu said, "Your Majesty, even though my son was careless in choosing friends, he almost caused a disaster. Although his crime is not punishable by death, it is unforgivable even if he is alive. He must be severely punished!"

With just one sentence, Xia Jinzhong's death penalty was averted.

Neither he nor Qin Zheng mentioned that the assassin was from Beichen, nor did they mention that the assassin was trying to kill the hostage Sun Tiezhu.

Because not everyone knows Sun Tiezhu's identity. And Beichen's identity as an assassin cannot be revealed, otherwise, even if Xia Jinzhong makes a mistake in making friends, he cannot make friends with Beichen!

Qin Zheng said, "Your Majesty, the Prime Minister's loyalty is evident, and what he said is absolutely true. Although Xia Jinzhong is not guilty of a capital crime, he still bears joint responsibility!"

All the ministers were stunned.

What are the Prime Minister and Qin Zheng doing?

One kills his own brother for the sake of justice, the other kicks someone when he is down.

Fight in coordination and sing in unison!

Are they joining forces to kill Xia Jinzhong?

It is understandable for Qin Zheng to do this, but why did Xia Bitu do this?

Xia Jinzhong was trembling. It was over. Xia Bitu seemed to dislike him. He really had to change his adopted son.

"Huh!" Xia Mochu let out a breath at this moment.

Only at this moment did I understand what Qin Zheng and Xia Bitu were doing.

I have to secretly admire the old fox's cunning!

This is a strategy of suppressing first and then praising, surrounding Wei to save Zhao, and shutting up the gossips of the people!

But this has completely disrupted the original plan!

Xia Mochu didn't know what to do.

"What do you think, Lord Qin?" Xia Mochu asked.

Qin Zheng thought, Damn! You can't ask me?

If I suggest demoting Xia Jinzhong, it would make me appear intolerant.

If I say that until proven guilty, Xia Jinzhong will be innocent of any crime.

The purpose cannot be achieved.

This old fox is killing three birds with one stone. Can't you see it?

Xia Bitu's first move was to sacrifice his own family for the sake of justice.

Compromise on the surface, but threat in secret.

Do you dare to touch Xia Jinzhong?

The second arrow is to force Qin Zheng to turn back and save the master, resolve the threat, and put the matter into the planned track.

The third arrow was aimed at Xia Jinzhong. It seemed to be a killing intention, but in fact it was a rescue!

You are the empress, you should just take advantage of the situation, remove Xia Jinzhong from his current position and demote him.

Old Fox and I have already set up the stage, why are you leaving?

Qin Zheng was extremely depressed.

But since the empress asked, he had no choice but to answer.

But we can't remind the empress directly, otherwise, if she hears it, what's the point?

"Your Majesty, being careless in making friends does not mean aiding and abetting tyranny. Our Great Qian has strict laws. We will not wrongly accuse a good person, nor will we let a bad person go. Now that the facts are clear, we can follow the law!"

According to the laws of Daqian, those implicated may be demoted or fined, depending on the severity of the offense. They can also be demoted or fined!"

Xia Bitu cursed in his heart, you little monkey, you won’t suffer any loss at all!

You only care about money!

Xia Mochu understood this sentence.

"Minister Qin is absolutely right!" Xia Mochu nodded. "Minister Qin is magnanimous and kind-hearted. Since Minister Qin will not pursue the matter, and Xia Jinzhong has uncovered the Futian Temple case, his merits can offset his guilt! But assassinating the crown prince and court officials..."

I pondered for a moment at the end of summer.

Xia Bitu was cunning and knew that there were some things that the empress could not say in person.

He quickly said, "Your Majesty, if you don't punish a minor offense, it will lead to a major disaster. I beg Your Majesty to allow my son to be demoted one rank and reflect on himself!"

Qin Zheng suddenly said: "Another three years of punishment!"

Xia Bitu: “…”

you are vicious!

Xia Mochu smiled inwardly: "I will follow your advice, my dear ministers!"

She looked at the trembling Xia Jinzhong with her phoenix eyes and thought to herself, he is far worse than my man.

Xia Mochu said: "Xia Jinzhong!"

Xia Jinzhong quickly replied, "I'm here!"

Xia Mochu: "Do you know how much your adoptive father loves him? You should be strict with yourself and stop worrying your adoptive father!"

Xia Jinzhong's face flushed red: "I know I was wrong, and I will definitely change for the better!"

Xia Mochu nodded. "You were the one who uncovered the Futian Temple case. Now, the temple historian has been dismissed and is under investigation... Are you willing to fill this vacancy?"

"Thank you, Lord!" Xia Jinzhong was overjoyed. He hadn't expected that not only would he be able to survive, but he would also be able to continue serving. Although he was demoted, he wasn't completely fired!

Xia Mochu nodded: "Stand up!"

Xia Jinzhong stood up and returned to his original position.

At this moment he understood that his adoptive father and Qin Zheng were acting in a double act!

Scared him to death!

Xia Mochu looked at Xia Bitu and said, "Prime Minister, my son's behavior was unintentional. You don't have to blame yourself too much. From now on, you will discipline him strictly!"

"Yes, thank you!" Xia Bitu breathed a sigh of relief, knowing that the matter was resolved.

Xia Jinzhong's face was flushed at this moment.

So humiliating!

How old is he? Why does he still need to be strictly disciplined?"

"Prime Minister, Lord Qin, please stand up too!" Xia Mochu was satisfied.

This was the first time Xia Bitu knelt down to her!

"Your Majesty is wise!" Qin Zheng returned to his throne.

"Your Majesty is wise!" Xia Bitu returned to his seat.

"I have a report to make!" At this moment, the Minister of Revenue Chen Pingzhang came out.

Everyone was stunned. Who was he going to impeach?

Now, since Qin Zheng came, all the civil and military officials have been in a panic, and they are frightened at the slightest sign of trouble.

Xia Mochu was also a little surprised: "Chen Aiqing, come and play!"

Chen Pingzhang said, "Your Majesty, recently, housing prices in the central city have skyrocketed. It seems someone is deliberately spreading rumors that the court intends to develop the central city. This is disrupting market order, and I request a thorough investigation!"

When Xia Mochu heard this, he thought, what the hell are you checking?

I am the culprit and the biggest beneficiary!

He said, "I have also heard about this matter. Let's discuss it in the Imperial Study after the court is dismissed!"

She planned to explain things clearly to Chen Pingzhang so that he wouldn't keep harping on her.

"Yes, Your Majesty!" Chen Pingzhang returned to his seat.

Xia Mochu thought everything was fine and was about to announce his retirement.

"I have a report to make!" Suddenly, Guo Pingxi, the censor of the Privy Council, came out.

When all the officials saw him coming out of the office, they were even more shocked. Who was going to be unlucky?

"Lord Guo has reported!" Xia Mochu was also shocked.

This old guy won't report something easily.