Chapter 8: I, Ning Chen, will never plead guilty
See if they are aware that Your Majesty has also accepted my suggestion
Ning Chen was personally promoted by him and is the only minister who supports him
Ask them and see if they truly feel the immense grace of the emperor
Lord Sun has slandered me for seeking refuge, obstructing the imperial grace from shining upon every individual, which is already a grave offense
Upon hearing Ning Chen's cue directed at himself, the emperor could not help but furrow his brow
Sun Kejian was originally confident of victory, but in just a few moves, Ning Chen turned the situation around.
The more angry the emperor appears in the court, the less likely the matter is to be significant. The more silent the emperor is, the more likely the matter is to be substantial
"Master Sun, you mentioned that I frequented the brothels of the Yanhua Liuxiang district. May I ask how you came to know this? Could it be that you were also at the Lanxiang Pavilion yesterday?" Ning Chen asked Master Sun with a playful expression.
Seeing that someone was about to impeach Ning Chen, the Emperor finally showed a bit of spirit
Looking back at those censors and the purists, now gazing at Ning Chen, each of them has reddened eyes
Ning Chen chuckled and said: "Just based on me, Ning Chen, I went to Lanxiang Pavilion yesterday without spending a single penny"
Instead of taking advantage of those young ladies under the pretense of imperial favor
I truly cannot believe that Lord Sun was not present yesterday, so I would like to ask Your Majesty to inquire with the matron of Lanxiang Pavilion to see if Lord Sun was there yesterday
Your Majesty, Ning Chen has yet to explain the matter of unilateral procurement and implementation
Moreover, since Lord Sun mentioned that yesterday's events are well known to all, I believe Lord Sun should also clearly remember them
Because I know what my purpose was for going yesterday
One needs Ning Chen's support, but this does not give Ning Chen the confidence to be arrogant due to favoritism
Absurd. I am entrusting you with such an important matter as the establishment of the heir, yet how could you commit such an absurd act? You have truly betrayed my trust in you. You have greatly disappointed me...
Ning Chen looked at Sun Kejian, who remained silent, and directly responded with a cold smile: "Since Master Sun has no questions, I have two questions I would like to ask Master Sun."
Yesterday, Inspector Sun was indeed present, but at this moment, he cannot admit it: "Yesterday, the top scholar went to the Orchid Fragrance Pavilion and caused such a great commotion; I fear that by now, the entire capital of Fengjing must be aware of it, right?"
The emperor is now at ease
I must choose 500, although there are already many "flattering points" now, and they can be magnified by 100 times. However, who knows what the ratio would be if one were to exchange for lifespan
Ning Chen clearly detected the displeasure in the Emperor's words; however, Ning Chen was confident that after he finished speaking, the Emperor would certainly be very pleased, while the officials would undoubtedly be quite displeased
Some people also looked at Ning Chen with red eyes, but they were not because of Sun Kejian; rather, they were upset because Ning Chen not only refused to pay at the Lanxiang Pavilion but also received advances from the courtesan.
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What the emperor finds most annoying is the group of censors from the Board of Punishments, who constantly instruct him on how to do his job.
Then I think, if everyone knows that Your Majesty pays attention to even the lowest-ranking girls and bestows upon them your grand imperial grace, wouldn't the people of other classes be even more convinced of Your Majesty's kindness and generosity
Whether it is the banquet or the venue fee on the fourth floor, it was all arranged for me by the ladies of Lanxiang Pavilion
Ning Chen indeed did not stay overnight at Lanxiang Pavilion last night, not even with the persuasion of someone like Hong Xiao, Ning Chen did not stay.
Ning Chen actually intends to refuse such punishment, a choice that not only astonished the officials but also surprised the emperor, who was somewhat displeased as well
If they are truly not doing this out of gratitude for the emperor's great grace, would they offer it to me for free
On one hand, the emperor needs loyal subjects like Ning Chen to support him; on the other hand, the emperor cannot undermine his own authority, especially after he has just elevated Ning Chen.
Ning Chen, did they really say that this is the first time they have truly felt the emperor's immense grace?" the emperor asked with a beaming smile
Just by my name Ning Chen, when I was leaving, the matron of Lanxiang Pavilion presented me with a gold medal
However, regardless of whether Ning Chen admits it or not, the Emperor has no intention of taking any action against Ning Chen
I went yesterday specifically so that those young ladies could truly feel the grace of the emperor
What I am going to do is not important; in any case, I am not going there for the sake of drifting.
The ministers of His Highness, observing the extremely furious emperor, understood that Ning Chen would definitely not impose severe punishment
"Come here, take Sun Yushi down and punish him with thirty strokes." The emperor said with authority
Ning Chen, who was deep in thought, heard the emperor's question directed at him and quickly gathered his thoughts. He stepped forward and replied, "It is true"
The emperor felt quite at ease after listening to Ning Chen's words
The key point is that now, Ning Chen has also charged him with two serious crimes
"Ning Chen, what do you mean by this?" the Emperor inquired
I am extremely frustrated
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Sun Kejian believes that as an Imperial Censor, he is already quite formidable with his words
If anyone speaks contrary to what I have said, I am willing to accept any punishment
Such a result was already anticipated in the hearts of the numerous officials, and it can be considered an acceptable outcome
Now even the lowest-ranking girls openly express that they feel the immense grace of the Emperor. Just recently, Minister Sun stated that matters concerning me have already spread throughout Fengjing.
Sun Kejian listened from the side, but he could no longer remain calm: "Ning Chen, how can you prove that what you say is true? Is it all based on your words alone?"
Your Majesty, I have something to say. Ning Chen did not express gratitude for Your Majesty's grace, but instead directly opened his mouth to prepare a rebuttal
Therefore, it is advisable to accumulate more, or to accumulate a little more, as this is relatively safer
I have already given Ning Chen the lightest punishment, what more does he want
Does Lord Sun believe that the grace of our Emperor should not shine upon every one of us in the Great Wu?
Ning Chen's speech left Supervisor Sun in a daze, yet it greatly pleased the Emperor
Yesterday, the young ladies of Lanxiang Pavilion spoke candidly to me, expressing that it was only yesterday that they first felt like individuals, experiencing the immense grace of the Emperor
Such handling can be described as exceedingly lenient, to the extent that it can be considered tantamount to no penalty at all
Inquire and see if they are aware of what I spoke to them yesterday
Yesterday, I indeed went to the Orchid Pavilion, but that was because the young ladies of the Orchid Pavilion wished to express their gratitude for my righteous words, to thank Your Majesty for your great talents and strategies, and to appreciate Your Majesty for your magnanimity and kindness
You do not accept the emperor's punishment, gaining 500 points of "flattery". Subsequently, all evaluations related to the event will automatically convert into corresponding reputation points
Now feeling comfortable, seeing Sun Kejian, who usually jumps and dances the most, now kneeling on the ground, trembling with fear, the emperor truly feels at ease
Are there places in the world where women's status is even lower than that of places like Lianxiang Pavilion?
Without saying anything else, with this alone, Ning Chen can make sense of anything
Indeed, after the emperor expressed his anger, he stated: "Ning Chen, considering that this is your first offense and that you have voluntarily admitted your guilt, you are to be punished with a six-month suspension, and the selection of the heir's procurement merchant will be redone."
Is it still necessary to choose between 500 and 2
Usually, Sun Kejian and the others would kneel, but at that time, their kneeling was truly tragic, as if they were determined to leave a clear conscience in the world, far from the comfort of the present
If it is confirmed that Lord Sun visited the Orchid Pavilion last night, then another charge of deceiving the emperor will be added
You accept the emperor's punishment, gaining 2 points of "Loyalty". Subsequently, all evaluations related to the event will automatically convert into the corresponding reputation points.
The thoughts of the emperor have long been understood by these old ministers who have served for decades
The result is that Ning Chen has become even more formidable
Although there was some displeasure towards Ning Chen in his heart, the emperor still intended to let Ning Chen speak for himself: "Just say whatever you have to say."
Your Majesty, I indeed went to the Orchid Pavilion. However, I did not go there for pleasure; I went to convey Your Majesty's imperial grace to them, so that they too may share in the experience.
I would like to inform you that at any time in the future, there will be no venue fee, and all beverages will also be complimentary
This is simply turning the dead into the living, and the key point is that Sun Kejian doesn't even know how to refute it
Connecting oneself with the fireworks and willow alley, the emperor is still quite displeased
"Ning Chen, what Sun Yushi said, is it true?" the Emperor asked Ning Chen with a tone of authority
Now that the emperor is displaying such anger, it is highly likely that this matter will be raised heavily and then dropped lightly
Sun Kejian knelt directly on the ground, trembling all over as he said: "Your Majesty, I am wronged. Your Majesty, I absolutely did not intend to obstruct the imperial grace that shines upon everyone, and I would never dare to deceive Your Majesty!"
Moreover, Lord Sun asserted emphatically that he did not go to Lanxiang Pavilion yesterday, yet he was able to articulate so clearly the things I did yesterday
Hearing the words of Inspector Sun, Ning Chen suddenly clasped his hands and said, "If it is indeed something known to all, then we must truly be grateful for the Emperor's immense grace"
Ning Chen nodded vigorously and said: "Indeed. If Your Majesty does not believe me, you may go to the Orchid Fragrance Pavilion now and call for any girl at random.
Because what Ning Chen said is all the truth
Yesterday, the five courtesans of Lanxiang Pavilion personally escorted me downstairs, repeatedly urging me to stay, but I did not spend the night, did I
Mr. Sun, knowing full well that I am here to promote the vast grace of the Emperor, why do you still choose to impeach me today, what is your true intention
Ning Chen cupped his hands and said: "Your Majesty, yesterday in the Great Hall, I spoke out on behalf of the Long Princess and for the sake of all women in the world. This matter is no longer a secret on the streets and alleys.
At this moment, no one would plead for Sun Kejian, for at this time, Sun Kejian had no justification whatsoever.
Ning Chen actually admitted it directly, which surprised the emperor slightly
Your Majesty, I am wronged! I am wronged!