There were many powerful officials at the feet of the Emperor in the capital, and there were countless hedonistic sons. Their families all had a lot of background, and they were young and vigorous. Almost every month, as the capital magistrate, Liu Dayou would handle a few such cases.
These cases were not difficult, but they were also difficult.
Those influential families were very prideful. Often, the two families involved would settle it in private without going through the county government. If there was no private settlement, he could judge the case impartially. The current county government was no longer what it used to be. As long as they upheld the word "reason", there was no need to fear any so-called rich families.
However, the situation this time was different.
The Wang family could be said to be the most powerful family in the capital. Although the Li family of the Ministry of Personnel was not as powerful as the Wang family, it was supported by a bigger tree. Moreover, the Wang family and the Li family had a good relationship. As an outsider, it was better for him not to interfere.
Li Yi had listened to the county magistrate's detailed explanation on the way here.
It was nothing more than a fight between two young people. From verbal conflict to physical conflict, it developed into a chaotic fight. In the process, the brothel was smashed, which attracted the attention of the county government.
When Li Yi and Li Xuan walked into the county government, the two families were already there.
It was not appropriate for the elders to interfere in the affairs of the younger generation. The Li family sent the current housekeeper. Li Yi also knew the Wang family. It was the next head of the Wang family, Wang Yong. These days, he had been repeatedly pushed to the front by the Wang family. It seemed that the position of the head of the family was already stable.
Wang Yong naturally knew Li Xuan. He hurriedly stood up and said respectfully, "Wang Yong greets Your Majesty!"
"Your Majesty!"
As soon as his words came out, the people present all knelt down.
Li Xuan waved his hand and said, "I just came to take a look. Get up, the case should be solved as it should be."
Wang Yong nodded his head respectfully before turning to look at Li Yi. With an apologetic look on his face, he said, "Brother Li, I've caused trouble for you today. Wang Jian is the son of my Second Uncle, and he doesn't know the immensity of the heavens and earth. When I return, I'll definitely get my Second Uncle to discipline him more strictly. As for the damage to the brothel, the Wang Family will definitely compensate for it.
Li Yi waved his hand and said, "Brother Wang, you don't have to be like this. It's normal to be young and impetuous. You and I have experienced this before. I've already asked County Magistrate Liu about it. Both of them are at fault. How can Wang Jiaquan bear the loss of the brothel? As for the apology, don't mention it again."
Wang Yong knew his personality very well, so he didn't say anything. He nodded, then turned around, his face darkening. "Hurry up and apologize!"
The authority of the substitute clan head was still very useful. A young man with messy clothes bowed to the person opposite him and said, "I'm sorry."
The other person also bowed in apology.
The junior of the Wang Family was quickly brought back by the servants of the Wang Family. Li Yingjie was also taken away by the steward of the mansion.
It was originally a conflict between the younger generation of the two families, so no one would care. Wang Yong turned around and said with a smile, "A few days ago, my father said that he hasn't seen Brother Li for a long time. The tea that the Li family sent during the New Year festival is almost finished …"
Li Yi smiled and said, "If Lord Wang likes it, I'll have someone send some more another day."
"No need for another day." Li Xuan waved his hand and said, "It just so happens that Qin 'er is at the Wang Family these days, and I haven't been to the Wang Family for a long time. How about today …"
…
Wang Family.
The young man rubbed the bruise on his face and said with a displeased expression, "Big brother, why do you want me to apologize? It's not like I'm the only one in the wrong!"
A middle-aged man said with a sullen expression, "Who told you to have a conflict with the Li family?"
The young man's expression became even more unconvinced. "So what if it's the Li family? Does the Wang Family have to be afraid of the Li family? The Empress's surname is Wang, and the Wang Family is also a century-old clan. Other than Li Yi, what else does the Li family have? Why do we have to be afraid of him?"
"Shut up!" The Wang Family Master, who had been silent all this time, glared at him and said in a low voice.
"You unfilial son, what are you saying!" The middle-aged man walked forward, raised his hand, and shook it helplessly. "Is this something you can say?"
"It is!"
The young man curled his lips and said, "He is so young, yet he has so much power. Now, he even has to fight with Eldest Uncle for the position of Prime Minister. Since ancient times, people with such power have always been feared by the Emperor in the end. No one has had a good ending!"
"Now, the officials are very afraid of him. The Emperor can't tolerate him for too long. If he knows what's good for him, he should retire early. Otherwise, I want to see what will happen to him in the end!"
"Shut up!"
A harsh voice resounded in everyone's ears, but it didn't come from anyone in the hall.
Wang Yong walked in from outside. The young man opened his mouth and wanted to say something, but Wang Yong picked up the chair beside him and smashed it on the young man's head.
The chair broke into pieces in an instant, which showed how much force Wang Yong used.
The young man fell to the ground with a swollen face and a bloody nose, but he didn't faint. He looked at Wang Yong in disbelief and murmured, "You …"
"Haven't said enough?" Wang Yong glanced at him. When he picked up the second chair, everyone in the hall came back to their senses. The Wang Family Master stood up and asked in surprise, "Yong 'er, what are you doing?"
Wang Yong threw the chair down and shook his head. "The Emperor and County Marquis Li were outside just now."
Hearing this, everyone's expression changed.
…
"The Wang Family …" Li Xuan's face was gloomy and his eyes were filled with disappointment.
Li Yi smiled and said unconcernedly, "He can't represent the Wang Family."
Li Xuan suddenly looked at him and asked, "Do you think the officials really think this way?"
"Think what?" Li Yi took a sip of wine and asked casually.
"They think you have too much power and that I will be afraid of you," Li Xuan stood up and said, "Since it's like this, I'll let them open their eyes and see …"
Li Yi had a bad feeling and asked, "What are you going to do?"
"You'll know tomorrow," Li Xuan said with a dark face and strode out of the door.
A moment later, in the same place.
Wang Yong's expression was complicated. He sighed and said, "Father has already told him to return to Luochuan. He will never set foot in the capital again in this life."
Li Yi shook his head. "Why is this necessary …"
"Sister will explain it to the Emperor." Wang Yong lowered his head and said, "The Wang Family will always be a friend of the Li family. Brother Li, don't think too much."
The commoners and even the officials all thought that the Wang Family was the largest family in the Jing Kingdom. With the Wang Family's power, they could do whatever they wanted in the Jing Kingdom without fear.
The Cui Family thought the same back then, so the Cui Family died out.
From then on, he knew that some people could only be friends and not enemies.
Wang Yong came to apologize on behalf of the Wang Family and brought a very generous gift. Li Yi had to accept this gift. If he didn't accept it, it would be a rejection and a falling out with the Wang Family. He was just an arrogant playboy and couldn't represent the Wang Family. Li Yi knew this very well. Moreover, this gift was very expensive and it wouldn't be easy to return it …
Li Yi saw MIngzhu in the afternoon.
"What happened to you and the Wang Family?" MIngzhu walked in from outside and said in surprise, "The Empress asked me to tell you that today's matter wasn't what the Wang Family wanted."
Li Yi waved his hand and said, "It's just a misunderstanding."
MIngzhu looked at him and asked doubtfully, "Then what are you worried about?"
Li Yi sighed and said, "Li Xuan …"
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