The first lord of the poor family

Chapter 355 The prime minister’s back-up plan

"Have everyone else confessed?" Lin Hai asked.

"Replying to my lord, the other officials all identified that it was the Minister of Rites who ordered them to bring the people in.

And they don’t know the identity of these people as assassins. "

The officer replied.

“This level of assassination really won’t be known to too many people.

But since they made a big mistake, they still can't be spared.

If he is definitely someone who was accidentally involved, just remove him from his official position. Lin Hai said lightly.

"Isn't this too light? They made such a big mistake and almost caused an accident to your Excellency and the Queen Mother.

At least it should be sentenced to execution, right?

It was already extra merciful not to involve their family members. "Wang Chenggang said.

I didn't expect Lin Hai to let those officials go, which was very surprising.

Lin Hai smiled slightly.

“Isn’t there a saying that goes like this, the first level of officialdom kills people.

They just follow orders and don't know anything.

At best, it can only be said to be dereliction of duty.

This matter should not be overly murderous, and all dismissal and investigation should be dismissed. "

"By the way, help me find someone and do this..."

Wang Chenggang was shocked when he heard this.

"Is it really possible to do this?"

"Just do as I say, and be sure to find someone reliable to do it.

In addition, this matter must be kept strictly confidential.

If you can do this well, I will ask the Queen Mother to take credit for you, and the position of Jing Zhaoyin will be yours from now on. "

Lin Hai was very satisfied with Wang Chenggang's handling of political affairs during this period.

He has more important things to do, and it is very inappropriate to continue occupying Jing Zhaoyin's position.

So I plan to promote him.

Wang Chenggang was so pleasantly surprised that he quickly said to himself: "Thank you for the promotion. I will definitely do my best."

"Well, let's do it quickly."

The news spread quickly after some officials in the Ministry of Rites were dismissed.

The prime minister and several others were very surprised after hearing this.

Although these people don't know the truth, they can be regarded as accomplices.

Since it was so easy to let these people go.

It was just that he was removed from his official position and fined some money, but as long as the person was alive, this punishment was nothing.

"It's really strange. Does Lin Hai really want to turn big things into trivial matters?

Put all the blame on one person, the Minister of Rites? "

"Prime Minister, please do not be fooled by superficial things. As far as I know, all the family members of the Minister of Rites have been arrested.

I was worried that he would betray me.

He must do his best to save his family. "

The Minister of Revenue said anxiously.

"Confused, how can we save his family at this time?
No matter who pleads for mercy, he will be suspected of being an accomplice.

It's better to deal with him directly! "

The prime minister's eyes burst out with strong murderous intent.

The Minister of Hubu and the Minister of Libu looked at each other, somewhat panicked.

"Does the Prime Minister mean to kill the Minister of Rites?"

"Is there a better way than this? He will bear all the blame after his death, and everything else will remain unconfirmed.

Even if all his family members were exterminated by nine tribes, he would not be able to speak.

This must be done as soon as possible without any delay. "

The Prime Minister said in a deep voice.

"But the prison is very tightly guarded, and our people can't get in at all." Shangshu said.

"Just leave this matter to me. I have placed one of my own men in the prison and asked him to deliver the poison.

Let the Minister of Rites commit suicide immediately! "

"This is a good idea. Without further ado, Prime Minister, please let your men take action." Shangshu of the Ministry of Revenue said quickly.The matter became more and more involved, and almost all officials involved in the ceremony were interrogated.

If they hadn't been prepared from the beginning, the Minister of Rites would take the blame.

I'm afraid it will be difficult to escape.

By night, Lin Hai had just returned home after finishing his work.

Suddenly someone hurried over to report.

Lin Hai saw the yamen servant in the yamen, frowned and asked, "What happened? You are so panicked."

"The situation is bad. The Minister of Rites has committed suicide by taking poison."

"What? Isn't it already under strict guard? Why did this happen?

Who brought the poison in? "

Lin Hai was so angry that he shouted at the Yamen servant.

"My subordinates don't know, but not long ago I saw the Minister of Rites foaming at the mouth, and he was about to die."

"Hurry to the Yamen and tell all the Yamen on duty that no one is allowed to leave.

Get it all together for me. "

Lin Hai didn't care about eating, so he told Qiao'er, got on the carriage and headed to the Yamen quickly.

When they came to the prison, Wang Chenggang was also there.

When he saw Lin Hai, he lowered his head and waited for scolding.

I just said I was going to promote him, but this happened.

"Sir, my subordinates are incompetent and did not take good care of the prisoner!"

“All the cells that entered today and the people who came to the Yamen were gathered together.

Under strict supervision, no one is allowed to leave! "

"Yes!"

Lin Hai walked forward, but the Minister of Rites was out of breath.

This kind of poison will seal your throat when you drink it. You will die soon after drinking it, and even the gods can't save you.

"The news that he committed suicide by taking poison must be tightly sealed, and not a word is allowed to be divulged." Lin Hai ordered.

"But this matter can't be kept secret for too long! Do you want to inform the Queen Mother?" Wang Chenggang asked.

I originally thought that I could be promoted soon, but now I can keep my current official position.

"No, just block the message. Also, how did you go about the things I asked you to do?"

"We have identified three people. Your Excellency can take a look at them at any time." Wang Chenggang said quickly.

"Very good! Take me to see it!"

Lin Hai followed Wang Chenggang to a cell and saw the appearance of three people.

Suddenly his eyes lit up.

"Well done! You immediately take people to arrest the prime minister, the Minister of Hubu and the Minister of Libu.

Remember, it’s not to invite, but to catch.

As if already knowing all their evidence.

Don't be polite to them, your attitude must be strong. " Lin Hai explained carefully.

"If you can handle this matter well, you can be punished and make meritorious service."

"Subordinates obey!"

Wang Chenggang no longer cared about whether he would offend the prime minister, so he immediately took the government officials to arrest the person.

The prime minister was still waiting at home for news of the poisoning of the Minister of Etiquette, when he suddenly heard a noise outside.

Before I could figure out what was going on, I saw a group of government officials rushing in.

"How dare you, don't you know where this place is? You dare to enter the prime minister's mansion at will."

"Master Prime Minister, please calm down. I am here to ask the Prime Minister to ask questions on the order of Master Lin.

It's best to cooperate and follow us.

Otherwise, I can only use force. "

Wang Chenggang said coldly.

"You are outrageous. As the prime minister, Lin Hai has no right to arrest me."

"This official is just following orders. If you have anything to say, please tell Mr. Lin in person.

Come, please invite the Prime Minister to the Yamen of Jingzhao Mansion. "

(End of this chapter)