C192 Beat the Drum and Cry for Justice

"What happened to Bai Jiegeng?" The news of Bai Jiegeng interrogating Ministry Wai on the street had quickly spread to his ears.

"Master, don't worry. That woman is just guessing. I had previously suspected whether Qi Han was one of their people, but judging from the noisy situation in the restaurant today, it's just that this subordinate was overthinking it."

Sima Ling was still worried.

"Sir, if Jiegeng really knew something, with her relationship with the Crown Prince, would the Crown Prince still not make any moves?"

When mentioning the 'trash' Crown Prince, Sima Ling immediately relaxed his heart. After all, Hsing Zheng's image as a useless young master was deeply rooted in the hearts of the people.

"That's true." Sima Ling nodded his head in agreement. "Today, we have received news from the Prince Regent that he has started a riot in Qi Country. It seems that our plan is a success."

"Master, now, as long as we wait for Duan Shuang's death, Wei Yuan will use this opportunity to wreak havoc in the northern region of Great Yan. This Great Yan will be plagued with internal and external troubles!"

"Ministry Wai is right!" At this moment, other than Sima Ling and Ministry Wai, another man on the scene said happily.

This man was the personal brother of the Empress Dowager, Duke Jiang Cong. And the inner worry that Ministry Wai was talking about was Jiang Cong.

Sima Ling sneered, "In terms of ruthlessness, we will definitely not be able to match Duke of Jiang. As people of Qi Country, we are doing this for the sake of Qi Country's great cause. As for you, you are the uncle of the Emperor of Great Yan. You must think of a way to destroy his empire."

" If you want to blame someone, you can only blame the two brothers for being too ruthless! "Jiang Cong's eyes shot out a fierce look.

"If they did not suppress us, the imperial clan, step by step, I would not have made such a bad decision! Instead of waiting for death, why not let the empire of Great Yan change its name!"

"Duke Jiang is also bold. For the sake of success, not only did he negotiate with our Qi Country, but he also negotiated with us privately. We, Qi Country, and Wei Yuan, divide the northern region of the southern region at the same time. There is not much left in the Great Yan, right?"

"Hmph! No matter how small the Great Yan is, it is still better than living with the two of them!" Jiang Cong was filled with resentment.

"Alright, let's drink to our heart's content in advance and wish us success!"

The three of them raised their wine glasses and began to celebrate.

The next day, just as dawn broke, the drums on the tower in front of the palace suddenly shook the entire city.

This drum was called "Dragon Trembling Drum," built and named by the emperor of Great Yan's founding dynasty, with the intention of alerting future generations. Everything had to be done with the people first. And among the people, if there were any complaints that could not be heard by the heavens, it could be used to sound the "Dragon Trembling Drum" and directly report it to the emperor.

However, since the start of the Great Yan until now, this drum was still the first to make a deep sound.

"What happened outside?" When the Emperor woke up, he immediately asked the eunuch beside him.

"Your Majesty, it was... someone struck the 'Dragon Tremor Drum'!"

The Emperor's expression immediately became solemn. Didn't that mean that he was a muddle-headed emperor?

"Who is the one who struck the drum?" The Emperor was immediately enraged.

"It is Princess Renxi!"

Jiegeng stood on the tower and used up all her energy, striking the drum again and again until the palace guards appeared and brought her to the Golden Hall.

All of the officials and officials were gathered outside the hall because of the sudden sound of the drum. Waiting for the Emperor's orders.

"Jiegeng greets the Emperor!" Jiegeng stood on top of the Golden Hall and did not lose the slightest bit of etiquette.

Jiegeng's slightly sweet voice sounded exceptionally ethereal in this spacious throne room. It was like a silver wind chime lightly hitting the wind and producing a clear and melodious sound.

All the officials and officials stared at Jiegeng, curious as to what kind of injustice she had.

"What exactly did you sound the 'Dragon Trembling Drum' for?" Once the Emperor's words were out, it immediately reduced the feeling that Jiegeng had earlier.

"Reveal to the Emperor, I am here to seek justice!"

"Where did injustice come from?"

"Emperor, Zhen'an King and Duan Shuang were framed by this lowly official and he did not collude with the enemy to betray the country! The Emperor easily believed and slandered and killed a loyal person. Doesn't that make the citizens of Great Yan feel a chill in their hearts?"

"Impudent!" When the Emperor heard Duan Shuang's name, he immediately flew into a rage. Furthermore, every word and sentence of Jiegeng was blaming herself. In front of all the civil and military officials in the court, how could the Emperor lose face like this?

"The matter of Duan Shuang plotting a rebellion, the evidence is conclusive. What you said, is there any new evidence?" The Emperor temporarily suppressed his anger and used a solemn tone to suppress Jiegeng.

Among the officials and officials, those who had always supported Duan Shuang also had a bright light in their eyes.

As for Sima Ling, his back was suddenly covered with layers of sweat, afraid that Jiegeng would grasp some kind of extraordinary evidence.

"Reporting to the Emperor, Jiegeng does not have any evidence."

The Emperor immediately slammed the dragon throne heavily, "Impudent! Absurd!"

"Emperor, calm your anger!" All of the officials knelt down.

On the contrary, Jiegeng was still standing straight and did not feel that there was anything wrong with her words.

"Bai Jiegeng! You have no proof and you actually dare to hit the 'Dragon Quake Drum'. You are so bold and dare to treat the law as lawless. Do you really think Zhen will not dare to punish you? "

" Emperor, although I do not have any evidence, I have a pair of dazzling eyes. There is a clear heart. Everyone knew that Zhen'an King, Duan Shuang, did his best to serve the country and died after his death. He had sacrificed his life many times to defend the territory of the Great Yan. He was the famous Combat King of the Great Yan! How could such a person have the intention to rebel?" Jiegeng's words were chiseled, and her impassioned speech quickly aroused the approval of some of the courtiers.

"Princess, you are talking about the past War King. Ever since Duan Shuang lost all of his martial arts, he's no longer the same person as before. " Sima Ling saw that the situation was not right and immediately stood out to argue with Jiegeng.

"Ever since the Emperor confiscated Duan Shuang's military power, he has lost all of his glory and favours. That was why such a treasonous action was born. Furthermore, in the past few months, everyone had witnessed Duan Shuang's absurd actions in the capital. Was this still the old Combat King? The princess purposely lowered him in order to confuse right and wrong."

" Emperor, even if that is the case, but without the joint investigation of the three halls, it is not appropriate to rashly convict Zhen'an King for treason. " Jiegeng held her breath and wanted to fight to the end.

"That is because there is no need to interrogate him!" The Emperor immediately refuted Jiegeng.

"Princess, the witnesses and evidence are all available and the charges are clear. May I ask where the injustice comes from?" Sima Ling mocked.

"Those things were all forged!" Jiegeng glared at him.

"If the princess was just messing around here, it would be meaningless!"

The hall suddenly became quiet.

"Emperor!" Sima Ling saw the opportunity and immediately spoke. "Princess Renxi intentionally disturbed the order of the Imperial Court and struck the 'Dragon Tremor Drum' for no reason. She should be punished heavily to warn others! If she did not use this as a warning, I'm afraid that everyone in the world will imitate her and Great Yan will never have a peaceful day! "