Chapter 32: Only when we travel at night in fine clothes can the world be at peace!
Lin Xuan's words had just fallen.

Meng Yi stood up.

"Your Excellency, I have something to report!"

He raised his head slightly, his eyes sharp as torches, and glanced at them indifferently.

Then he slowly said, "Speak."

Meng Yi took a deep breath and continued, "In recent days, I have discovered that the Yin-Yang family has behaved extremely inappropriately in the matter of building the Mirage."

"They did not follow the rules and regulations previously established by Your Majesty at all. Not only did they arbitrarily requisition a large amount of manpower from the people, they also dared to join forces with the Minister of Grain and secretly modify the national treasury expenditures in an attempt to cover up their illegal behavior!"

"However, this approach only makes things more obvious and reveals more flaws."

Swish!
This statement came out.

The atmosphere in the hall instantly became extremely tense.

Li Si's face changed rapidly.

He was shocked.

He actually knew nothing about this!
If what Meng Yi said was true, then he would face serious punishment.

As the prime minister of the Qin Dynasty, he knew nothing about this matter.

This is clearly the result of his poor supervision.

Those who need to bear the brunt of the crime.

It’s him, Li Si!

as predicted.

Lin Xuan's gaze pierced Li Si as accurately as a sharp blade.

He spoke calmly, with unquestionable majesty in his voice: "Li Si, have you ever heard about the inappropriate behavior of the Yin-Yang School in building the Mirage?"

above the hall.

Everyone's eyes were focused on Li Si, and he seemed to have become the target of public criticism.

Li Si felt the pressure and a drop of cold sweat broke out on his forehead.

He knew it.

In this situation.

Any excuses and excuses seem pale and powerless.

then.

He took a deep breath and knelt on the ground without hesitation, his voice full of self-blame and humility: "It is my fault that I failed to supervise the country and was completely unaware of the actions of the Yin-Yang Family. Please punish me, my Lord!"

Seeing this, Lin Xuan raised his eyebrows slightly, as if he was not surprised by Li Si's reaction.

He sighed inwardly.

This old fox is indeed cunning and knows how to show weakness at critical moments to protect himself.

however.

He also did not express any blame.

He just waved his hand calmly.

"That's all." Lin Xuan's voice was filled with helplessness. "The Yin-Yang family has indeed been like a maggot attached to the bones over the years, clinging tightly to the towering tree of the Great Qin, constantly sucking the flesh and blood of the empire."

"Despite your Majesty's investment of considerable resources and energy, no substantial returns have been seen."

"If Meng Yi hadn't revealed this today, I would have taken measures to restrict the Yin-Yang family's behavior."

Speaking of it.

He paused, his eyes flickering with determination, "Keeping such a cancer here will do the empire no good but only harm."

"It's time to clean up the house!"

The people below heard this.

Everyone was shocked!

Their bodies trembled slightly involuntarily.

Could it be that the Marquis is really going to take action against the Yin-Yang Family?

This thought was circling in everyone's mind.

Although they knew that Lin Xuan acted decisively and had the power of thunder and lightning.

But they had just pacified the remnants of the Mohist School when they immediately turned their attention to the Yin-Yang School.

This is indeed unexpected.

Such an initiative.

I'm afraid it will cause a lot of turmoil within the empire!

after all.

Since this time.

The ministers have not yet fully recovered from the accidents involving the Eighteenth Prince and the Minister of the Imperial Chariots.

The whole empire was in panic and the atmosphere was tense.

On the surface, the Yin-Yang School has two Qin's national guardian magicians in charge.

Their relationship with the empire is complex and intricate.

Even if such forces need to be liquidated, now is not the time to do so.

At least.

We have to wait until His Majesty comes out of seclusion.

Only with a clear purpose and strategy can we act prudently.

Although everyone has their own ideas.

But at this moment they all remained silent tacitly.

at this time.

Lin Xuan immediately shouted: "Qinglong!"

"My lord, what do you want me to do for you?" Qinglong stepped forward and asked.

"This Marquis orders you to immediately lead the elite of the Imperial Guards to arrest that Internal Affairs Secretary Zhisu.

You must interrogate him with lightning speed and make sure he confesses his crime of colluding with the Yin-Yang family!"

"Yes!"

Qinglong responded immediately.

Then he stood up and left the hall.

Everyone looked at Qinglong's departing back.

A hint of complexity flashed in his eyes.

I don’t know what I’m thinking about.

at the same time.

Zhisu was the residence of the Internal Affairs Secretary.

Zhang Wenzhen, the Internal Affairs Minister of Grain, drank and chatted happily with the guests in his mansion.

It seems like celebrating something.

The atmosphere was lively during the banquet.

A retainer raised his glass to toast Zhang Wenzheng, with a flattering smile on his face: "Master Zhisu Neishi, do you know the status of Yin-Yang School in His Majesty's heart?"

"As long as this is successful, and the Yin-Yang family speaks well of you, your promotion to a higher position will be just around the corner!"

Another retainer followed closely behind him and flattered: "I am here to congratulate the Minister of Internal Affairs, Mr. Zhisu, in advance. I wish you a successful promotion and a long life!"

Say it.

The guest could not wait to pick up the wine glass and drink it all.

To show respect and blessings to Zhang Wen Zheng.

Zhang Wen sat in the upper seat.

Listening to the compliments and blessings from the guests.

I couldn't help but feel proud.

He laughed loudly, his laughter full of pride and satisfaction: "Hahaha! You are absolutely right!"

"Come, let's raise our glasses together and toast to the upcoming victory!"

Zhang Wen gestured immediately.

Then he picked up the wine glass on the table in front of him and drank it all in one gulp.

Seeing this, everyone raised their glasses and drank.

The whole mansion was immersed in joy and celebration.

Swish!
Just as Zhang Wen Zheng was chatting and laughing with his guests, a burst of hurried footsteps suddenly came from the mansion.

Followed by.

The mansion's butler rushed in breathlessly.

He looked panic-stricken and his face was as pale as paper.

"My lord!" the butler shouted in panic, his voice revealing an unprecedented tension, "It's not good, my lord!"

Zhang Wen's brows immediately furrowed when he heard this.

He glared at the housekeeper unhappily and scolded, “Why are you so flustered?
How disgraceful it is to shout and yell!

Come on, don't disturb our fun!"

The housekeeper shuddered with fear.

But he still hurriedly said, "Sir, a group of people claiming to be Jinyiwei came outside the palace, and they said they want to invite you to come!"

As the butler's voice fell.

Zhang Wen's expression suddenly became serious.

He turned and looked at the guests.

Their faces turned ugly at this moment.

Obviously he realized the seriousness of the situation.

Zhang Wen was about to ask.

suddenly!

There was a loud bang at the door.

It was as if something was pushed away suddenly.

Followed by.

One after another, figures dressed in Feiyu costumes and holding embroidered spring swords came in one after another and came into the room with a menacing momentum.

The atmosphere suddenly became tense.

Everyone's eyes were focused on these uninvited guests.

"What are you going to do?!"

"This is the residence of Lord Zhisu Neishi!"

A retainer couldn't help but threaten.

Swish!
Suddenly.

The Jinyiwei made way for them.

The figure of Qinglong slowly walked in from outside.

He glanced at everyone in the room with indifference.

"The Royal Guards are investigating the case, and everyone else should stay away."

"Violators will be killed!"

(End of this chapter)