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Zhang Jiuli didn't understand what Li Xiang was trying to do, so he didn't dare to say a word at this moment, for fear that this matter would affect him. When he came in from outside, the car next to him was carrying out several bodies.
These people were captured a few days ago, but they still had some information that the court wanted to know, so they were not chopped to death on the spot. They should have vomited out everything in their stomachs now, so the prince in front of him would not show mercy and would kill those who should be killed.
"Don't worry, Master Zhang. I didn't invite you here tonight for this. I wanted to talk to you about the chieftains on the mountain. Master Zhang has been an official here for many years and should know something about them. When Master Xiao Yu arrives later, we'll start the feast."
Li Xiang is now trying to reassure him, and also to get this guy's brain working, so that he can think things through about toast, and then he can tell us what he wants to say later, which will be of the greatest help to us.
Li Xiang focused on one thing in Chengdu City, and most of it was done by his subordinates, so Li Xiang had more time. Xiao Yu was different. He was responsible for all the things around him, and he also had to do logistics for Li Xiang in the next period of time, so he was busy all day long.
If Li Xiang's men had not personally gone to convey the order, all banquets would have to be cancelled. Xiao Yu had already told his subordinates that they were here to do business, not to drink, and no one should mention drinking in the future.
Originally, Xiao Yu was retiring in Chang'an, but after arriving in Chengdu, the part of his body that wanted to do something was awakened again. Some things did not require him to do them personally, but this guy did not feel tired when doing the work. It seemed that his early retirement days in Chang'an City were wasted time. Fortunately, Li Xiang pulled him here.
"I apologize, I'm sorry, I'm late..."
After waiting for about half an incense stick of time, Xiao Yu came in from outside, and he was jogging all the way in. This made Li Xiang feel strange. You know, this old guy is a typical Taoist scholar. When he was in Chang'an City, even when he went to meet Li Shimin, he walked forward steadily. When had he ever lost his composure like this?
"Old Master, when you were in Chang'an City, you always taught me to be prudent in everything I do. What are you doing?"
Hearing Li Xiang say this, Xiao Yu smiled awkwardly. Back in Chang'an, Xiao Yu had indeed advised me, alright? He'd been advising me to think more deeply and walk steadily. Now, he felt really embarrassed. He was a teacher when educating others, but when it came to his own actions, he was...
"Your Highness, please forgive me for making fun of you. The capital is different from Chengdu. There aren't many things going on in the capital, especially for me. My idleness is growing fast. But Chengdu is different. Whether it's people's livelihood or military affairs, there are too many backlogs of various matters. I have to thank our Lord Zhang for this. What do you do in your spare time?"
When talking about this, Xiao Yu's face immediately changed color. If Lord Zhang had paid more attention to official business, he would not have let the matter from two months ago pile up. Fortunately, this incident did not provoke a civil uprising. If it had, even if you had three heads, they would not be enough to chop off.
Li Xiang originally thought that this guy was just corrupt, but he didn't expect that he didn't care much about serious matters and only knew how to enjoy himself in his daily life. If he didn't need him now, Li Xiang would immediately have him dragged out and beaten to death.
Zhang Jiuli also had a bitter smile on his face, not knowing how to explain this matter. If he admitted his guilt, Li Xiang might punish him next. According to Li Xiang's recent punishment practice, it is very likely that his entire family would be executed.
But what if I deny it, Xiao Yu, the person involved, is still standing here. It has been a few days, and he must have figured out all the important things. He knows exactly how I managed the government for the court in the past. There is no way to deny this matter. Someone can always prove that I was just playing around before.
"I think we should eat first. This is not the theme of today. Today's theme is the toast on the mountain. I specially called Master Zhang over. Let's solve the biggest problem first. As for the smaller problems later, we can put them aside for now. Of course, how to solve these small problems depends on how this big problem was solved."
Li Xiang said something with a hidden meaning. According to Xiao Yu's idea, Zhang Jiuli was also here tonight, and Xiao Yu had to say everything he needed to say. The witnesses at the door had been found, and the biggest corruption boss must be brought to justice.
But after hearing what Li Xiang said, Xiao Yu shook his finger gently, and the servant at the door hurried out to send the people outside back first. This kid is still useful today, so they can only keep him for a few more days.
"Please rest assured, Your Highness. I will do my utmost to contribute to the court and relieve Your Highness of your worries."
If you still don't know how to show your loyalty at this time, then being killed is a serious matter. This guy is also a veteran in officialdom, and he also knows that Li Xiang is pointing it at him. If you still sit here indifferent, maybe you won't even know where the sun will rise tomorrow morning.
"Get up, get up. I've already said that tonight is like a family dinner, so there shouldn't be so many rules. Let's make a deal first. No matter what happens later, don't kneel like this. Even if your knees don't hurt, I still feel like I can't eat."
When Li Xiang said this, Xiao Yu frowned. It seemed that this job was not a small matter, otherwise even our prince would know how to respect others.
You have to know that when facing a talented person without any stain, Li Xiang will definitely be respectful to him, but if he faces someone like Zhang Jiuli, it is hard to say. Li Xiang is decisive in doing things. If he says he will chop off your head, then he will chop it off. The fact that he can give you this face now only means that this matter is more difficult.
Zhang Jiuli also understood that if he didn't show some real skills, he would not be able to get through this matter today. This was also the only way to save his life.
Although I led people to catch spies two days ago, those were just small matters. Even if you catch all the spies, will it help the court's major affairs? Of course it will help, but it is definitely not serious enough to avoid death.