Rebellion!
The Emperor does not joke!
No one made a sound.
Qizhen Emperor looked at Jing Rong. "Since this case has been handed over to you and Jing Yi, whoever solves it will have made a great contribution. We should reward you. Tell me, what do you want us to reward you with?"
I want a great empire.
I want your imperial seal.
Should I give it to you?
Jing Rong bowed. "Son does not dare to claim credit."
"We have said that the Emperor does not joke. If I say I want to reward you, I will reward you."
"Son does not lack anything. If Imperial Father wants to reward me, it is better to reward me with something else."
"Speak."
"Due to the heavy rain a few days ago, the outskirts of the capital were flooded. Many houses collapsed and the commoners became destitute. Son knows that the Imperial Court has to approve every case of relief. If there are no casualties, the Ministry of Revenue will not approve it. However, the Zhang Family Village has lost its grain fields and countless houses. If the Imperial Court does not help, the commoners' livelihood will be in danger. Son does not want any reward and only pleads for Imperial Father to approve the relief."
The court officials were in an uproar.
The Qizhen Emperor was even more shocked and worried. "The court will not ignore the suffering of the common people. We are not at ease either. Since you do not want a reward and are pleading with us, fine, We will agree."
Straightforward!
Jing Rong thanked him. "Thank you, Imperial Father."
"Lord He?" Qizhen Emperor called out.
Minister of Revenue He stepped forward. "This official is here."
"You've heard what Prince Rong said, and we've agreed to it. Send someone to the outskirts of the city. If the situation is true, transfer as much money as necessary. Do not be careless and do not let the common people suffer."
"This official obeys."
"Is Lord Li here?"
Minister of Works Lord Li stepped forward. "This official is here."
"Recently, it has been raining heavily. Many places have caved in and houses have collapsed. The houses of the commoners have to be rebuilt and repaired. The Ministry of Works must keep your spirits up and see what the commoners lack. If there is even the slightest mistake, we will punish both of you."
"Yes!"
Lord Li acknowledged and withdrew.
Qizhen Emperor was pleased. "You are considerate of the commoners. We did not reward you in vain."
"Son deserves it."
He grunted and looked at the well-behaved Ji Yunshu on the side.
"Teacher Ji."
Ji Yunshu stepped forward and stood in the middle of the hall. "This commoner greets Your Majesty."
"There's no need to be overly courteous. We summoned you to the palace because you helped Jing Rong solve the Case of the Dried Well. We won't let you off the hook."
"This commoner dares not."
"If I say you dare, then you dare."
"…"
"I have seen what you are capable of. You are the top contributor to the Case of the Dried Well. Since it is a contribution, how can I not reward you? We are too lazy to ask you what you want. " Qizhen Emperor said straightforwardly, "That year, we removed the position of the Prison Supervisor from the Ministry of Justice. We wanted to improve the efficiency of the Supreme Court and the Ministry of Justice so that the people of the Capital Magistrate wouldn't be idle. However, we didn't expect that after so many years, the removal of the Prison Supervisor would create so much trouble. We can't send the case files from the various prefectures to the Supreme Court or the Ministry of Justice. Sometimes we send them east, sometimes we send them west, creating a mess. The position of the Prison Supervisor is an important position to manage the trials of the cases in the prefectures and to redress the grievances of the commoners. We know that you have some ability and some courage. It is appropriate for you to take up the post."
Immediately, an official jumped out. "Your Majesty, officials in the imperial court have always been selected by the Ministry of Personnel. Although this Teacher Ji is intelligent and has solved many cases, he has not passed the examination. If we allow him to take up the post of the Prison Supervisor, wouldn't it be too hasty?"
"This subject agrees. I ask Your Majesty to reconsider."
A few of Jing Yi's followers started to dissuade him.
Ji Yunshu was secretly delighted. Damn it, be more proactive and quickly dissuade him.
She really didn't want to be that official!
However, Qi Zhen Emperor was stubborn. "We have already said that we will reward him, and a monarch must not go back on his words. Although he has not passed the examination by the Ministry of Personnel and has not participated in the Imperial Examinations, in terms of qualifications, there is no one else in the entire Great Lin who is qualified to take up the post of the Prison Supervisor. We have already made up our mind and will not change it." He immediately waved his hand and issued an imperial edict. "We hereby decree that Teacher Ji shall be appointed as the Prison Supervisor of the Ministry of Justice. He shall take up his post immediately."
Uncle, do you want to reconsider?
You are too willful.
Ji Yunshu knew that she could not escape. She exchanged a glance with Jing Rong, who nodded helplessly at her.
He gestured for her to accept!
She could only grit her teeth and accept. "This commoner … thanks Your Majesty."
"Now that the reward has been given, it is time to punish him." Qi Zhen Emperor glared at Jing Yi, who had a cold expression on his face. "We do not wish to say much about your matter, but your investigation was indeed too hasty. You concluded the case before the real culprit was caught. We were also confused for a moment, which was why we believed in that case that was full of loopholes."
Jing Yi knew that no matter what he said, it was useless. He admitted defeat and no longer quibbled. He cupped his hands and bowed. "This son knows his mistake."
His voice was hoarse and full of vicissitudes.
Qi Zhen Emperor said, "Since you know your mistake, then make up for it from where it originated. Jing Rong actually mentioned the flood in the outskirts of the capital. In that case, you will be personally responsible for it. Drop your status as a prince and work with the Ministry of Works and Ministry of Revenue. You can enter the palace as soon as it is completed."
Surprisingly, Jing Yi obediently agreed. "Yes, this son is willing to accept his punishment."
Reward, punishment, then court was dismissed!
Ji Yunshu became the Prison Supervisor. A few officials came forward to congratulate her. They were no longer trying to stop her.
They actively flattered her.
Moreover, they all called her "Lord Ji".
It was sweet and sweet.
The Ministry of Personnel was very efficient. They quickly added her to the official list, and the Ministry of Justice immediately cleared out a clean office for her. All the necessary tools were present, and it was neatly arranged.
Brand new!
The Rong Estate's doorstep was almost broken by the stampede of people. The officials all brought congratulatory gifts to show their concern for Ji Yunshu and Jing Rong.
She was worried to death. She feared that one day, she would die miserably.
Jing Rong was also worried to death.
However, the Emperor had offered him an official position. He couldn't refuse.
In the end …
She could only tug on Jing Rong's clothes. "I'll go hide first."
She packed her things that night and went to Bamboo Creek Garden.
When other officials came, Jing Rong sent them away with a dark expression.
Jing Yi was dragged to the Ministry of Works the moment he left the palace. He only returned to the estate when it was dark.
Jing Yi was unhappy.
Dou Quan asked, "Your Highness, are you alright?"
He asked, "Did all the officials go to the Rong Estate?"
"Prince Rong is in power, and Teacher Ji was conferred the title of Prison Supervisor by His Majesty. Half of the officials went there with gifts."
Jing Yi's molars creaked. With a wave of his hand, the tea set on the table was knocked to the ground.
Crackle!
"Jing Rong, this prince and you are irreconcilable."
Suddenly …
Dou Quan said, "Your Highness, why not … rebel?"
"What did you say?"
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