bullyxtreme Chapter 604 How dare you pin the blame on me?
Chapter 604 How dare you pin the blame on me?
When Zhu Biao rushed to the Prince Consort's residence, it was not exactly deserted; only Princess Ling and a group of servants remained.
When Zhu Biao rushed to the city gate, he was stopped by a Jinyiwei commander who had been arranged by Emperor Zhu.
"Your Highness, His Majesty said you should take good care of the household and clean up the tax collector case properly."
Zhu Biao stared blankly at the city gate for a moment.
So, being alone is superfluous, right?
But then he thought about it again and Zhu Biao became happy.
Is there anything wrong with me being in the capital?
No.
He still oversaw the country as before, handling state affairs on behalf of his irresponsible father.
It's not difficult at all.
but!
An irresponsible person took his father and mother to Dengzhou Prefecture, but his mother did not take the Chang family girl with her.
I have plenty of time to hold hands with the Chang family girls!
snort!
Just as Zhu Biao was pondering how to hold hands with the Chang family girl, Yang Shaofeng was staring blankly at the carriages of Emperor Zhu and Empress Ma.
Am I now considered blocked?
No.
Don't you have anything else to do, old Deng?
As the dignified emperor of the Ming Dynasty, you're already preparing to run away again before the tax collector case has been completely resolved?
Is this normal?
This is not normal!
Seeing Yang Shaofeng's bewildered expression, Emperor Zhu snorted coldly and said, "What, you think you can run away after causing trouble?"
Speaking of this, Emperor Zhu was extremely displeased.
The trouble was caused by that bastard and that little beast Zhu Biao.
But Zhu Chongba got scolded for this.
Where the hell can we go to seek justice?
What's even more infuriating is that this scoundrel ran away after causing trouble, completely forgetting his father-in-law's instruction to "come back to Dengzhou Prefecture after the New Year."
That bastard!
The two brothers, Zhu Lao Er, Zhu Lao San, Zhu Lao Si, and Zhu Lao Wu, who were standing behind Emperor Zhu, bowed to Yang Shaofeng with forced smiles and called out, "Brother-in-law."
My brother-in-law is such a good person.
The brothers and I have been going through a period of time that can't be described as dire straits, but it's certainly been incredibly difficult.
Yang Shaofeng felt somewhat guilty.
Being blocked by Emperor Zhu is not scary.
The key question is whether Zhu Chongba, this doting husband, would be willing to leave Empress Ma's side.
I definitely wouldn't want to part with it.
Since the old man was reluctant to part with it, it means that Empress Ma must have been present as well.
Thinking of this, Yang Shaofeng couldn't help but look around.
I have no intention of running away.
However, Jin'er and Yu'er need to be prepared to be saved in advance.
Emperor Zhu glanced at Yang Shaofeng and sneered, "Where's your skill of outmaneuvering Biao'er before?"
"Damn it, you two are really something, letting the entire court of nobles laugh at us!"
Yang Shaofeng stiffened his neck and snorted defiantly, "The entire court of nobles? They're too busy taking care of themselves to have the time to watch a joke?"
Xu Da?
They're probably trying to sneak a bite of roast goose right now.
Chang Yuchun?
We don't know yet if they've gotten off the washboard.
Li Shanchang and Liu Bowen?
They're probably having a headache over who should get the spot to study at Denzhou University.
As for the other nobles and civil and military officials?
Ha~
Which family doesn't have a daughter?
Which family doesn't have a daughter-in-law?
Therefore, everyone who is supposed to be troubled is now facing a headache. If you're not troubled, it just means you're not at a high enough level and basically don't know anything about these things.
Seeing Yang Shaofeng's unreasonable yet indignant attitude, Emperor Zhu was so angry that he laughed.
"You've offended every noble in the court, and you still seem quite proud of it?"
"And this tax collector case, although you didn't start it, can you say you have nothing to do with it?"
"Don't you even know how many memorials have been submitted impeaching you?"
Yang Shaofeng rolled his eyes and said as he walked forward at his own pace, "Although I'm not afraid to take the blame, I won't take the blame for the tax official case."
First, it was not at my behest that they resisted taxes.
Secondly, it was not I who ordered them to kill the tax collectors.
Thirdly, it was not I who instructed them to submit a memorial impeaching me.
They really brought this on themselves.
But then again, these guys are incredibly audacious.
One major case after another resulted in Lao Deng killing countless people, but these local gentry and gentry remained incorrigible, repeatedly challenging Lao Deng's bottom line.
Speaking of which, what kind of trouble will those local gentry and elders who haven't yet come forward cause next?
Judging from the Ming court's stance, the Hu Weiyong and Lan Yu cases are probably over, but the Guo Heng and Nanbei Bang cases should be coming soon, right?
Perhaps those local gentry and gentry can come up with some new ideas?
Just as Yang Shaofeng was pondering this, Emperor Zhu said with a dark face, "You are indeed not to take the blame for the tax official case, but whether you take the blame or not, another blame has already been placed on you."
Yang Shaofeng was slightly taken aback and asked, "What black pot?"
The Emperor Zhu said with a forced smile, "The Embroidered Uniform Guard."
"After the tax collector case, the reputation of the Embroidered Uniform Guard was established."
"However, there are clearly fewer people criticizing you than Xia Yu."
"Some people even say that you created the Embroidered Uniform Guard."
Speaking of this scapegoat, Emperor Zhu sometimes wanted to burst out laughing.
Was the Embroidered Uniform Guard something this bastard created?
Yes.
But not quite.
The predecessor of the Embroidered Uniform Guard was the Inspector.
The reputation of the inspectors was already notorious.
Ironically, after it was renamed the Embroidered Uniform Guard, many people felt that the Embroidered Uniform Guard was created by this scoundrel.
In comparison, the original calibration seems to have become a good thing?
Thinking of this, Emperor Zhu couldn't help but laugh.
Yang Shaofeng stared blankly at Emperor Zhu, his face turning as black as coal.
This is truly a huge blunder!
The one who set up the inspection was Lao Deng, and the one in charge of the Embroidered Uniform Guard was Xia Yu. What does this have to do with me?
Yes, I hold the position of Commander of the Embroidered Uniform Guard, but the problem is that I don't usually concern myself with the Embroidered Uniform Guard's petty affairs!
In fact, I am the one in charge of supervising the Embroidered Uniform Guard!
It is precisely because of my presence that the Embroidered Uniform Guard focuses on intelligence, and its surveillance of officials is merely a side task.
If the Embroidered Uniform Guard were to specifically monitor whether officials were corrupt, I'm afraid these officials wouldn't even be able to sleep well!
Yang Shaofeng grew angrier the more he thought about it, and couldn't help but snort coldly, "Since these officials don't know what's good for them and are arbitrarily pinning the blame on their son-in-law, then they can't blame their son-in-law."
After a slight pause, Yang Shaofeng continued, "I plan to split a part out of the Embroidered Uniform Guard, rename it Inspector, and let them see the true capabilities of the Embroidered Uniform Guard."
Emperor Zhu was slightly taken aback.
Should a portion of the Embroidered Uniform Guard be reorganized for inspection?
No.
The Embroidered Uniform Guard was originally reorganized from the Inspectorate.
Now you've taken out another part for inspection and calibration.
This is just like taking off your pants to pee, completely unnecessary.
Yang Shaofeng sneered and said, "The inspectors are specifically tasked with watching whether officials are corrupt. If they find one, they will report it to the Censorate."
"I suppose the Marquis of Chengyi must really want the Embroidered Uniform Guard to help him achieve his goals."
"After all, the Censorate relies on this for its livelihood."