With a long sigh, Zhao Yi looked at Chu Mo. "But I did not expect that one slip would become a lifelong regret. That year, Old General Fan Wudi came to me in private, wanting a batch of special military equipment. He came to me, at that time … I was blinded by greed, and actually asked the old general for ten thousand taels of silver …"
Zhao Yi's face showed an extremely ashamed expression, his eyes reddened, almost tearing up. He murmured, "I was foolish! I was scolded by the old general, saying that I was crazy for money! Not only did I not come to my senses, but I also held a grudge against the old general! But I did not have the chance to find trouble with the old general, so … I put all my thoughts on the old general's grandson. I do not know what I was thinking, I … I deserve to die! "
As Zhao Yi spoke, his tears finally flowed down uncontrollably. He choked, "The master craftsman of the Ministry of Works had just joined hands with the blacksmiths of the sect to use meteoric iron and top-grade refined steel to make a carriage. It was supposed to be presented to the royal family, to His Majesty as a New Year's gift. But because I was blinded by my own selfishness, I wanted to use it to imprison Young Master Chu … all my mistakes, it is all my, Zhao Yi's fault! Today is a joyous occasion, I, Zhao Yi, do not dare to stain everyone's eyes and ears with my blood. I only hope that the Grand Secretary, Marshal Fang, can give me, Zhao Yi, a chance to go home and commit suicide! "
Zhao Yi's words were filled with tears and snot, his words were incomparably moving, incomparably real. Not to mention others, even Chu Mo almost believed him!
Looking at Zhao Yi's incomparably sincere face with tears and snot, he recalled in his heart, between Grandfather and Zhao Yi, was there really such a grudge?
But then he regained his senses, this was simply an impossible matter! Although Grandfather was a general, but above him were the great generals … the marshal! And the big shots of the Ministry of War.
The old man had nothing better to do than to use his status as a general to directly ask for military equipment from the Ministry of Works …
Ask for military equipment … special military equipment!
Thinking of this, Chu Mo's heart trembled, and his anger burned even more!
This Zhao Yi, even at death's door, he was still swindling people!
If this matter was confirmed, wouldn't it mean that his grandfather had the intention of rebelling? Otherwise … as a general, why would he privately ask for special military equipment from the Ministry of Works? If they wanted it, wouldn't they have reported it to their superiors?
Chu Mo's gaze was clear and cold as he looked at Zhao Yi. In his heart, he was incomparably angry. Bastard … his acting was really too good! You should join the troupe! He shouldn't have entered the imperial court!
There were actually a lot of people who had the same idea as Chu Mo.
The people present were almost the entire upper class circle of Da Xia. Normally, they would just listen to the drama, but after watching it for so many years, the one who acted so well … was actually a fourth-rank official of the current dynasty.
As the saying goes, life is like a play, and it really is so!
Xu Fufu, who was hiding in the corner, couldn't help but curse in a low voice, "Shameless!"
A young girl with a pure appearance sat not far from Xu Fufu. She gritted her teeth and muttered in a low voice, "How shameless!"
Xu Fufu couldn't help but raise his head to look at the girl. She looked unfamiliar. If it weren't for the fact that this wasn't the right time, he would definitely go over and strike up a conversation with her. But at this moment, his heart was filled with a ball of anger.
There were people who were angry, and there were naturally people who were happy.
Crown Prince Xia Ying, Second Prince Xia Xiong, Third Prince Xia Hao, and the others all looked at Zhao Yi in surprise. It was also the first time they realized that this assistant minister of the Ministry of Works was actually so capable!
A lie that was made up on the spot was actually so infectious!
As for whether it was true or not … was it really that important? They all knew that in the end, this matter still depended on their father's intentions.
Most importantly, Zhao Yi's bite at Fan Wudi … was really vicious!
It was really penetrating!
It seemed that the old general, Fan Wudi, had been described as selfless, but when he saw him asking for a bribe, he had scolded him. But the essence of this matter … was that the old general had 'privately' sought him out to ask for a batch of special military equipment!
This was the most important thing!
Because it was a private matter, there was no way to verify it. It was really like yellow mud falling into one's pants. Even if it wasn't sh * t, it was sh * t. No matter how much the Emperor trusted Fan Wudi, he would still feel uncomfortable when he heard such a thing.
"This is a talent!" Xia Xiong's eyes shone brightly as he looked at Zhao Yi. Suddenly, he didn't want him to die! So he glanced at Xia Hao, who was standing next to him.
Ever since they were young, the three brothers had always had a telepathic connection.
Therefore, Third Prince Xia Hao took a step forward and said seriously, "This matter … I am responsible. I never thought that Zhao Yi would make such a big mistake in a moment of confusion!"
Xu Zhongliang and Fang Mingtong's expressions did not change at all. They had maintained a calm expression from beginning to end.
When he saw Xia Hao step forward, Fang Mingtong chuckled. "Go on, go on."
Fang Mingtong's attitude made many of the people present laugh. Everyone could see that this Grand Marshal of the Armed Forces did not believe Zhao Yi's nonsense and did not take it seriously at all!
Xu Zhongliang lowered his eyes and stood there as if he had turned into a statue. However, no one dared to underestimate the Cabinet Secretary. They all knew that once this person spoke, this matter would be settled!
Xia Hao looked guilty and sighed. "Zhao Yi told me about what happened between him and Old General Fan Wudi. As everyone knows, there was some discord between me and Old General Fan. So, Lord Zhao wanted to join forces with me to embarrass Old General Fan. But I am still a prince! At the same time, I am also a citizen of Da Xia. Even if there was discord between Old General Fan and me, why would I do such a thing? So, I sternly refused! "
Pfft …
Chu Mo was so angry that he laughed. He stood there, his handsome and somewhat inexperienced face full of mockery.
Xia Hao acted as if he did not see it and said, "I told Lord Zhao that as an official, he should prioritize national affairs! In the end, Lord Zhao did not take things too well. He said that sooner or later he would find an opportunity to show off his power to Old General! When will we capture his grandson and imprison him for a few days? Let him be anxious and vent his anger! "
Xu Zhongliang and Fang Mingtong were expressionless. Many people in the banquet hall were slightly moved.
The Third Prince was also very powerful!
Through his words, the irrefutable murder case of Zhao Yi wanting to assassinate Chu Mo was turned into a prank to scare Old General Fan. The fact that the Old General had asked Zhao Yi for special military equipment in private... was now a fact!
At that time, even if Zhao Yi was imprisoned, he would at most be locked up for a few years. It was just bribery and a prank kidnapping. He did not kill anyone … But if Fan Wudi wanted to clear up this dirty water, it would not be so easy.
To be able to appear here, including those women and youths, except for a few who were not smart, which one of them was not a smart person?
Many people looked at Xia Hao with a hint of fear in their eyes.
A prince who knew how to fight and plot … was really too scary!
Xia Hao continued to act. "At that time, I scolded Lord Zhao, but I … I am a general after all. Sometimes my brain is a little slow. I did not tell Brother Crown Prince about this matter, nor did I report it. I thought … Lord Zhao, he was just saying it. Who would have thought that he would really do such a stupid thing. I am also at fault!"
At this time, Crown Prince Xia Ying finally stood up. With a pained expression, he looked at Xia Hao. "You are muddle-headed! Is this a small matter? Why didn't you tell me? You, you really piss me off! When I get back, I will definitely report this to Father and punish you for your impudent character! "
Xia Hao lowered his head, his face full of guilt. "I accept the punishment …"
Xia Ying looked at Zhao Yi, his face full of regret. "Lord Zhao, you are a dignified fourth-grade official, how can you be so narrow-minded? Old General Fan wanted special military equipment from you, it must be for the sake of the country and the people! Old General is loyal and devoted, upright all his life. You actually asked him for a bribe. Tell me, have you been blinded by lard? "
Zhao Yi knelt on the ground with a thud, crying bitterly. "This official deserves to die, this official deserves to die ten thousand times!"
"Today is such a festive day, it is really not suitable to deal with this matter. In my opinion, you should go home first and await your punishment! After the new year, I will report this to Father and let Father decide your punishment! "Xia Ying shook his head and sighed.
"Sinner Zhao Yi … obeys …" Zhao Yi cried even more fiercely, as if he had suffered a huge grievance. He choked with sobs. Obeying the imperial decree, he did not even have the chance to say it.
In the brightly lit banquet hall, a dazzling light suddenly lit up!
When this light appeared, the entire hall was overshadowed.
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