I served as an admonisher in the Song Dynasty

Chapter 43 Ouyang Xiu, stay in the court or go abroad?

In the vertical arch hall.

The air is almost frozen.

Su Liang's words severely trampled the face, character, and intelligence of Jia Changchao, Chen Zhizhong, Wang Gongchen, Qian Mingyi, and Li Ding to the ground.

Just point your finger in the face and scold them for being shameless!

Wang Gongchen couldn't help but retorted: "Su Liang, don't talk about him. What we are discussing at the moment is Ouyang Xiu's case. It makes no sense for you to fabricate this situation. In addition, you maliciously insulted the government in front of the officials." Sir, this is really disrespectful!"

Wang Gongchen's voice was loud.

Trying to save some face with words.

But at this moment, Su Liang, recalling his helplessness at being raped by a prostitute, was filled with grief and anger.

Immediately hit back.

"I dare to ask Wang Zhongcheng, are you not guilty of biting the courtiers and taking personal revenge?"

"After the Hanlin scholar of our court, the spiritual leader of scholars in the world, whose reputation was tarnished and was proven innocent, what you thought about was not how to restore his reputation, but instead stepped on him, belittled him, scolded him, and humiliated him. This is the mind of my husband. Is it magnanimous?"

"Isn't this kind of behavior a disgrace to the imperial court? Aren't you afraid of being laughed at by the world?"

Su Liang looked at Wang Gongchen.

It was like there were two fires burning in his eyes.

"You...you...you..." Wang Gongchen was so angry that he couldn't speak.

Jia Changchao and Chen Zhizhong knew that arguing with Su Liang would only bring humiliation to themselves.

He immediately buried his head towards the collar and pretended that the matter had nothing to do with him.

At this time, Zhao Zhen finally spoke.

"That's enough...that's enough, stop arguing!"

"What Su Liang said is logical, but the fabricated situation is indeed inappropriate!" Zhao Zhen said and glanced at Su Liang.

When the ministers heard this, they knew that Zhao Zhen had favored Su Liang.

Su Liang was very smart, so he got off the donkey and slightly arched his hands towards the three of them.

"Prime Minister Jia Shu, Prime Minister Chen, Wang Zhongcheng, and Su Liang just wanted to explain the situation. Please forgive me for any offense I caused!"

Su Liangyi apologized.

The three of them, Jia Changchao, became even more passive.

If they don't choose to forgive, then today they will lose both reason and people.

And it will also embarrass the officials.

Jia Changchao said expressionlessly: "It doesn't matter, it doesn't matter, we are all for the stability of the Song Dynasty."

Jia Changchao did not forget to put gold on his face.

Chen Zhizhong and Wang Gongchen also slightly bowed their hands towards Su Liang, indicating that they did not care about the matter.

aside.

Du Yan, Zhang Fangping, and Wu Yu looked at Su Liang with admiration in their eyes.

In the court, there were many young officials who were direct and aggressive, but there was only one who was so strategic.

"Cough cough..."

Zhao Zhen continued: "Ouyang Xiu's alleged incest has been clearly investigated and there is no need for any punishment. As for the fact that he used Zhang's dowry money to buy land and it belongs to his sister Ouyang, it is true. Judge Su, how should the punishment be imposed? ?”

Su Anshi, the judge of the Ministry of Revenue, immediately came out.

"The trustee's unauthorized use of the entrusted property should be considered a crime of looting. However, Ouyang Xuecheng gave the property to his sister, and her sister is the trustee's stepmother, so it cannot be completely defined as a crime of looting. In summary, it should be The sentence will be lenient and he will be demoted."

Demoted.

Upon hearing these two words, Jia Changchao, Chen Zhizhong, Wang Gongchen, Qian Mingyi, and Li Ding relaxed their brows slightly.

Even if Ouyang Xiu cannot be expelled from the ranks of officials, it is best to let him leave Bianjing.

Ouyang Xiu was in the court, and many officials were having a hard time.

Zhao Zhen frowned slightly.Obviously he didn't want Ouyang Xiu to leave the court.

When it comes to drafting imperial edicts, no one can compare with Ouyang Xiu.

When Qian Mingyi saw Zhao Zhen frowning, he strode out immediately.

"In the official family, if an official takes advantage of the stolen goods, the crime will be increased to one level. Although Ouyang Xiu is in a special situation, he actually committed this crime. If he is sentenced lightly, it will not be enough to clarify the law and convince the officials. Please give him a stricter punishment!"

Zhao Zhen originally planned to arrange a road transfer envoy, a comfort envoy, or a road official such as Chang Pingsi for Ouyang Xiu.

But if Qian Mingyi's words are followed, Ouyang Xiu may be promoted to the magistrate of a certain state.

Just when Zhao Zhen was hesitant, Su Liang stood up again.

"Officials, I believe that Bachelor Ouyang must not be released. If this case is not dealt with leniently and leniently, there will be many troubles in the future!"

"Why?" Zhao Zhen asked doubtfully.

"I have three reasons."

"First, the person behind the incident who framed Academician Ouyang for incest was well versed in laws and regulations. Naturally, he knew that the Zhang family alone could not trip up Academician Ouyang. His purpose was to get Academician Ouyang to leave the court. If his wish was fulfilled, , then if this person wants to frame other courtiers, he can also use this method."

"Secondly, if Academician Ouyang is demoted and sent away, the people will think that Academician Ouyang's incestuous behavior is true, and Academician Ouyang will be ruined, which is also a loss for the court. In addition, if the envoys of Xixia, Liao and Goryeo knew If Academician Ouyang is exposed, it will definitely prove that Academician Ouyang is incestuous, and this will harm the power of my Great Song Dynasty!"

"Thirdly, if Academician Ouyang is not released and is only treated leniently and lightly, it is equivalent to telling those villains who try to frame courtiers through despicable methods to know that this road is blocked, otherwise such unhealthy trends that frame people's private morality will be It happens often, and the final result is that when the gentleman is in the opposition and the villain is in power, our Song Dynasty is in danger!"

"A lenient and lenient treatment is not only a kind of compensation for the tarnished reputation of Academician Ouyang, but also informs the people of the world about the attitude of the court. The guilty must be punished, and the innocent must not be implicated. This is the policy that demonstrates the strict laws of the Song Dynasty... …”

After Su Liang finished speaking, Prime Minister Du Yan strode out.

"Officials, I think what Su Liang said is very reasonable. Slandering a person's reputation is like hurting a person's life. Uncle Ouyang Yong was scolded by the people with filthy words. He is the biggest victim in this case and should be treated leniently. deal with!"

"I second the proposal!" Wu Yu stood up.

"I also second the proposal!" Zhang Fangping, the envoy of the Third Division, also said.

Zhao Zhen thought for a while and said, "That is indeed the truth. I have decided to order Ouyang Xiu to return the Zhang family's property, exempt him from knowing the imperial title, and fine him one season's salary. In addition, Zhongshu issued an official document informing the world of the details of the case. Return Ouyang Xiu's innocence."

"Do you have any objections to this treatment?"

"I have no objection!"

"I have no objection!"

"I have no objection!"

"I have no objection!"

……

Du Yan, Wu Yu, Zhang Fangping, Su Anshi, Su Liang and others all expressed their agreement.

Jia Changchao and others were dumbfounded.

After arguing and arguing, Ouyang Xiu turned out to be the biggest victim.

But at this time, they knew that there was no point in further discussion, so they couldn't help but hand over their hands and express their agreement.

Zhao Zhen was very satisfied and looked at Su Anshi.

"Judge Su, please join forces with Dali Temple and Kaifeng Mansion to continue to track down the person behind this matter, and report any information immediately."

"I obey!" Su Anshi handed over his hand.

Su Liang couldn't help but take a long breath and sighed in his heart: Ouyang Xiu was finally saved!
After a while.

All the ministers left Chui Gong Hall one after another.

Su Liang's back was soaked with sweat and his throat was hoarse.

This debate made him feel more tired than working as a tracker by the Bian River all day.

Su Anshi, who was walking behind, looked at Su Liang's back with admiration and murmured: As an official in the court, it is very important to have a good mouth.

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Note: According to historical facts, Ouyang Xiu was sent to Chuzhou due to the "nephew incest case", and then wrote the eternal famous poem "The Drunkard Pavilion" in Chuzhou. Considering the need for the majority of middle school and high school students to recite and write down the full text, Ouyang Xiu is now Although it has not been released to the outside world, I will pass through Chuzhou on a business trip and write "The Drunkard's Pavilion". If I have the chance, I will give you a detailed list in the extra chapter.

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