Ang Lee was quite clear about the ins and outs of the whole case. The only thing he couldn't figure out was why Zhao Asan was involved with Liu Luogu and why Liu Luogu was mysteriously killed after the case. There must be a deep secret in it.
As the county magistrate of Chang 'an County, Wei Jian could naturally see that there was someone behind Zhao Asan. However, he didn't want to spend too much time digging out the person behind Zhao Asan. As an official in the capital, sometimes he had to learn to pretend to be ignorant. Digging deeper might not succeed. If he dug out someone he shouldn't dig out, it would bring him a lot of trouble.
Ang Lee had just entered the capital and didn't know much about the officialdom of the Tang dynasty. However, since Wei Jian refused to investigate Zhao Asan, Ang Lee wouldn't force him. Some things might surface at any time.
After leaving the county government of Chang 'an County, Ang Lee returned to the Spirit State Memorial Hall to have a good rest to relieve his tired body.
"Is Li Shaolang here?"
A woman stepped into the Spirit State Memorial Hall and looked around.
Li An looked back and saw that the other party was a young lady from the East Woman Nation. He couldn't help but smile. This was most likely because that young lady Zhao Yefu thought of him and sent her subordinates.
"What's the matter, Queen Dong?"
Ang Lee strode over and asked.
"Thank you for saving my life, Li Shaolang. She asked me to invite you to the Honglu Guild in the afternoon."
Ang Lee was shocked when he heard that. Zhao Yefu wanted to see him. He hadn't seen him for a few days, but she missed him so much that she asked her subordinates to invite him.
"Since Queen Dong invited me, how dare I not go? I will be there on time in the afternoon."
Ang Lee smiled faintly and agreed to Queen Dong's invitation.
Lil 'Miss bowed and then turned to leave.
Back in his room, Ang Lee lay comfortably on the bed. He felt that his life was so fulfilling these days in Chang 'an City.
He competed in the pot game in Junyue Building, saved Queen Dong by hunting in Shenhe Plain, made tea and discussed Taoism with Gao Lishi, solved the kidnapping case and saved Yue 'er. Now, Queen Dong invited him to the Honglu Guild. He didn't have a day free.
The Honglu Guild was an auxiliary facility of the Honglu Temple, which was the diplomatic agency of the Tang dynasty. According to the official records, the Honglu Guild was divided into two departments: the Dianshi department and the department. The Dianshi's department was responsible for foreign envoys and outs. The Dianshi's department's department was responsible for receiving tributes and returning gifts. The department was responsible for the funeral of high officials.
. and outs of the Honglu Guild was responsible for safety and food and drinks and outs of the Honglu Guild of the Palace...
Of course, in order to prevent any accidents from happening to Queen Dong, Dragon General Chen Xuanli specially sent 500 Dragon Warriors to guard the Honglu Guild Hall day and night to ensure Queen Dong's absolute safety.
It was still morning. There were still four hours before noon. Li An decided to have a good rest. He would go to the Honglu Guild Hall on time in the afternoon to see Zhao Yefu, who missed him so much.
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In the Zichen Hall of the Daming Palace, Li Longji sat on the dragon bed with a dignified expression. On his left was his confidant, Gao Lishi, and on his right was the little eunuch, Yu Chaoen. A dozen steps in front of Li Longji stood Zhang Daxiong, the General of the Right Jinwu Guards, and Wei Jian, the county magistrate of Chang 'an County.
Gao Lishi's eyes were bloodshot and dark circles, probably because he didn't rest well last night. He looked tired. Wei Jian's situation was similar to Gao Lishi's, but he was young and in good spirits. Zhang Daxiong was full of energy.
This time, Gao Lishi's adopted daughter was kidnapped by Liu Luogu. Li Longji decided to deal with it personally. Although it was just a trivial matter, Li Longji valued Gao Lishi very much. If the Emperor valued something, a small matter could become a big matter.
Zhang Daxiong and Wei Jian stood obediently. If Li Longji didn't ask, they didn't even dare to breathe.
"I have seen the situation of your investigation. You all think that because Liu Luogu and Ang Lee had a grudge, and mistakenly thought that the General's daughter was Ang Lee's relative, so he tried to kidnap her to take revenge on Ang Lee. This makes sense. However, if Liu Luogu really wanted revenge because of such a small matter, he is too narrow-minded."
Li Longji put the two booklets on the table in front of him and looked up at Zhang Daxiong and Wei Jian.
The two of them tried the case alone, but the conclusion they got was surprisingly consistent, which seemed to be enough to prove that this was the case.
"Your Majesty is wise. Liu Luogu is a narrow-minded villain."
Zhang Daxiong quickly flattered and glanced at Gao Lishi. Wei Jian nodded repeatedly and agreed with Zhang Daxiong.
"This Liu Luogu is really crazy. He was arrogant and domineering in Tongguan. He offended the General's wife and was taught a lesson by Ang Lee. Not only did he not repent, but he even wanted revenge. What's the use of keeping such a villain?"
Li Longji was very angry. He despised narrow-minded villains like Liu Luogu the most.
"Your Majesty is wise. Liu Luogu has violated the laws of the Tang dynasty. He should be executed immediately."
Zhang Daxiong saw the killing intent in Li Longji's heart, so he quickly agreed.
"I second the motion. Liu Luogu should be executed."
Wei Jian also supported the execution of Liu Luogu. After all, Liu Luogu almost buried Gao Lishi's adopted daughter alive. At this moment, Gao Lishi was standing beside the Emperor, so he naturally would not have the slightest mercy for Liu Luogu.
Li Longji nodded gently. "Since this matter has been investigated clearly, Liu Luogu should be executed. Such a villain will be a scourge if we keep him. By the way, Liu Luogu is An Lushan's man. Send someone to tell An Lushan that he should keep his eyes open in the future. Don't use a villain like Liu Luogu anymore."
After that, Li Longji waved his hand and motioned for Zhang Daxiong and Wei Jian to leave.
"I'll take my leave."
Zhang Daxiong and Wei Jian saluted, took a few steps back, and turned to leave Zichen Palace.
Li Longji slightly tilted his head and looked at Gao Lishi. "General, I'll make the decision for you. Liu Luogu should be executed. In the future, if anyone dares to humiliate you, I won't spare him."
Gao Lishi knelt on the ground with excitement. Li Longji personally asked about this matter, which was enough to show his care and attention for him.
"This old servant's family has been humiliated. It is a small matter, but I have troubled everyone to personally ask about it. This old servant, this old servant has nothing to repay. I can only serve everyone wholeheartedly in this life to repay everyone's kindness."
Lines of hot tears fell from the corners of Gao Lishi's eyes. At this moment, Gao Lishi was really moved. Usually, he didn't feel Li Longji's concern for him. Now that something had happened to his family, he deeply felt Li Longji's concern for him.
"General, get up."
Li Longji personally got up to help Gao Lishi. Yu Chaoen trotted to Gao Lishi's side to help the emperor help Gao Lishi up.
"Thank you, everyone."
Li Longji sighed and said, "General, this matter was caused by Ang Lee. However, at the most critical moment, it was Ang Lee who rushed out and saved your daughter. This young man is very interesting. General, you've already met him. Tell me what kind of person he is."
Gao Lishi hurriedly replied respectfully, "Everyone, Li Shaolang has a majestic figure and a handsome face. He is an excellent athlete of the Tang dynasty. When he talks with others, his words are neither servile nor overbearing. He is also very polite. He is very open in front of this old servant. In short, he is a very excellent young man."
When Li Longji heard this, he imagined for a moment and nodded. "This boy is not afraid of you. In a few days, I will personally summon him to see if this Li Shaolang is really as good as you said. Haha …"
"This old servant dares to bet that everyone will think that Li Shaolang is good when you see him."
"General, do you think so highly of this Ang Lee?"
Gao Lishi nodded and said, "Everyone, Li Shaolang is not only majestic and handsome, but also quite imposing when he walks. When this old servant first saw Li Shaolang, I actually saw the shadows of everyone when they were young. However, compared to everyone, Li Shaolang is still a lot inferior."
When Li Longji was young, he had a majestic figure and was skilled in archery and horse riding. He was an extremely handsome young man. Even though he was old now, he still had an intimidating momentum.
"Hahaha, I didn't expect that Ang Lee is so excellent in the General's heart. He is almost surpassing me. In a few days, I will have a good meeting with him."
Li Longji seemed very happy. After a pause, he saw Gao Lishi's eyes were red. He said softly, "General, you don't seem to have slept well last night. You don't have to wait on me. Go to the back hall and rest. Today, it is enough to have Yu Chaoen by my side."
"Everyone, this old servant is not tired."
"Your eyes are red, and you still say that you are not tired. Yu Chaoen, help the General to the back hall to rest."
Gao Lishi was very touched. After thanking the General, he went to the back hall to rest.
Li Longji was truly concerned about Gao Lishi. After so many years, he had completely adapted to being served by Gao Lishi. If Gao Lishi was not by his side, he would not be able to rest well. Gao Lishi had already become a part of his life. Caring for Gao Lishi was the same as caring for himself.
"Yu Chaoen, why is Li Xiangguo not here yet?"
Li Longji still had a few important state affairs that he wanted Li Linfu to handle. Only Li Linfu could efficiently complete them.
"Everyone, why don't this servant go to the Secretariat to take a look?"
Li Longji nodded. Yu Chaoen understood and ran out of the Zichen Hall. He was about to call Li Linfu into the hall. Unexpectedly, he bumped into Li Linfu when he reached Chongming Gate.
"Li Xiangguo, everyone is waiting for you in the hall."
When Yu Chaoen saw Li Linfu, his expression was very happy. Since Li Linfu had already arrived, he did not have to run to the Secretariat.
When Li Linfu saw Yu Chaoen, the corner of his mouth outlined his signature sweet smile: "Yu Chaoen, what is Your Majesty busy with?"
Yu Chaoen understood and whispered to Li Longji's ear. He told Li Linfu about how Li Longji had just summoned Zhang Daxiong and Wei Jian, as well as how he had decided on behalf of Gao Lishi.
When Li Linfu heard this, the corner of his mouth smiled even more sweetly. He exchanged a few words with Yu Chaoen and walked towards the Zichen Hall.
After receiving the information provided by Yu Chaoen, Li Linfu began to plan in his heart.
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