Transmigrated To Another World: General, I'm Not Your White Moonlight - Chapter 217

Chapter 217: The Battle In The Junshi Xianhe Hall (2)
Quan Yilin waited until Emperor Yong’an finished reading the memorial and then said, “Four days ago, Li Junwang gathered the refugees on the outskirts of Qian Shan County without providing any medical assistance. Due to the lack of treatment and sanitary conditions, most of the refugees were infected with influenza and diarrhea. In just half a day, these ordinary diseases spread to all the refugees, and a plague emerged.”

As soon as these words came out, Cai Guiqi, the Minister of Revenue, stepped out of his place.

He bowed slightly at Emperor Yong’an and said, “Your Majesty, what Quan Da Ren said is baseless. Everyone knows that Li Junwang gathered refugees and provided food and medicine in times of crisis. Li Junwang’s kindness and benevolence are facts, but Quan Da Ren’s words are just slanders based on unsubstantiated rumors. Your Majesty, please investigate clearly.”

Hearing this, Quan Yilin turned to look at Cai Guiqi and said, “Cai Da Ren, according to your words, Li Junwang is innocent. Then, can you explain why Li Junwang sent those sick refugees to the Western and Northern Regions?”

Seeing that Cai Guiqi was silent, he continued, “Li Junwang even secretly sent the patients to the Xie Army and the Jin Yi Army. Why didn’t Li Junwang send physicians to treat the patients before the common flu turned into a plague? What is his motive for doing all of this? If the Jin Yi army and the Xie army were both destroyed due to the plague, what good would it do to Li Junwang?”

When asked by Quan Yilin, Cai Guiqi was speechless. Seeing Emperor Yong’an looking at him, he fell silent and retreated to his position. Seven days ago, Emperor Yong’an suddenly went to welcome Xie Yanghui in person and saw the slums in the imperial capital city, which led to him being investigated by Dali Si.

If he had worked hard to defend Duan Qinwang at this time, then Emperor Yong’an would have definitely connected him with Duan Qinwang. When all the truth is revealed, he will not be able to escape the death penalty. To make matters worse, Emperor Yong’an might sentence him to nine familial exterminations to warn the others by killing the chicken to warn the monkey.

After considering the pros and cons of the current situation, Cai Guiqi decided not to intervene in today’s matter. After today’s morning court meeting, it would be better if Emperor Yong’an could let go of his suspicions toward him.

When Duan Qinwang saw Cai Guiqi playing death and staying silent after speaking a few words, he sneered and thought, ‘Do you want to keep your distance from Ben Wang? Good, good. When Ben Wang ascended to the throne, the first person to be killed was you, Cai Guiqi!’

Seeing that they were no longer arguing, Emperor Yong’an looked at Duan Qinwang and asked, “Duan Qinwang, do you have anything else to say?”

Duan Qinwang chuckled lightly and raised his chin arrogantly, “Your Majesty, what Yu Shi Dafu and Xingbu Shang Shu said is slander. Ben Wang is loyal to the imperial court and the common people.”

Emperor Yong’an smiled after hearing what Duan Qinwang said. In the end, Duan Qinwang still stubbornly denied his crimes and never showed loyalty to him as the emperor.

Seeing Duan Qinwang’s arrogant look, Emperor Yong’an smilingly said, “Yuanbo, bring the evidence.”

Qiu Yuanbo bowed slightly, clasped his hands, and said, “Yes, Your Majesty.”

After speaking, he straightened his back and shouted, “Bring the evidence to the imperial court!”

After the words fell, four imperial guards walked in carrying two large boxes. After placing the boxes on the ground, the imperial guards clasped their fists towards Emperor Yong’an and retreated.

Seeing that the ministers and generals were staring at the two boxes curiously, Emperor Yong’an smiled at Duan Qinwang and asked, “Duan Qinwang, why don’t you look at what is in these two boxes?”

Hearing this, Duan Qinwang did not move and just glanced at his eldest son, who was standing behind him. After receiving his father’s signal, Wan Yuzhe stepped out and went to open the first box. The first box contains gold ingots, silver ingots, and weapons.

Seeing this, Wan Yuzhe raised his eyebrows slightly. He turned to look at his younger paternal cousin and asked calmly, “Your Majesty, are we convicted of rebellion just because of these things?”

Emperor Yong’an smiled and asked, “Duan Shizi, why don’t you look at the other box?”

Wan Yuzhe looked at Emperor Yong’an for a few seconds before going to open another box. His eyes flickered as he saw the boxes filled with books, letters and documents. Wan Yuzhe picked up a book at random and opened it. When he saw what was in the book, his body stiffened.

Seeing the change in his son’s expression, Duan Qinwang knew that what was in the box was the real evidence. He turned to look at Emperor Yong’an and thought, ‘Since you can’t wait to die, then I will fulfill your wish today.’

After a moment of silence, Emperor Yong’an asked, “Duan Shizi, what do you think of this evidence? Are you satisfied with them?”

Wan Yuzhe clenched the book in his hand and took a deep breath to calm down. He put the book back into the box and looked at Emperor Yong’an calmly.

“Your Majesty, these evidences are all forged. Don’t be fooled by those who want to create a rift between us.” Wan Yuzhe said with a hint of disappointment in his voice.

Seeing his disappointed look, Emperor Yong’an rolled his eyes and said, “Duan Shizi, do you think Zhen will bring this evidence here without verifying their authenticity?”

Before Wan Yuzhe could speak again, Emperor Yong’an waved his hand and said, “Guards, arrest Duan Qinwang and Duan Shizi and send them to Dali Si. The Ministry of Justice will jointly investigate this case with Dali Si. After the investigation is completed, Zhen will announce their punishment.”

As soon as Emperor Yong’an finished speaking, Wu Shanxian came in with a group of imperial guards and said, “Arrest them.”