diskusbooks Chapter 233 The Upright Border Patrol
Chapter 233 The Upright Border Patrol
Zhou Yimo actually didn't want to leave so soon.
But after hearing that the incoming imperial envoy would be fair and strict, he returned to Qiu Shui Town with peace of mind.
After Li Qingqing sobered up, she was not idle either. She handed the evidence she had obtained in Wei Duhu's secret room that day to Li Feng.
After that, she focused on studying the preparation of pills so that Wei Duhu could have a more "comfortable" journey without implicating others.
As Wei Duhu was in collusion with Qin Heng, Li Qingqing was worried that someone would secretly let him go once he left the border city.
She didn't want to do this originally, but the death of Wei Duhu would not be enough to comfort Bai Shuang!
Wei Duhu had no idea that someone had already begun to arrange the ending of his life.
He was placed under house arrest by Li Feng in a guest house. Although he was very angry at first, after discussing it carefully with his confidants, he realized that this was also a kind of sleeping on straw and tasting gall.
Therefore, Wei Duhu believed that keeping a low profile at this time would allow him to gradually eliminate those people he disliked, and that would be the final victory.
He sent two teams to assassinate him.
According to reports from his men, a group of people stabbed Li Qing severely, and the killers have fled far away and their whereabouts are unknown.
It is said that the other team was defeated before they even saw the shadow of General Zhao.
Wei Duhu was not panicked. He just let it go. It was a good opportunity to die without any evidence.
In order to avoid exposing himself, he did not send assassins to carry out missions later, but he continued to make small moves.
At this moment, he was sitting in the hall very comfortably, drinking tea and listening to reports from his confidants.
I just got the news that the border patrol envoy is Zhang Haoyi, the Minister of War, and he will arrive at the main border city in an hour.
Originally, Governor Qian Tu was also supposed to come, but for some reason he did not come.
Protector Wei was happy, fortunately Lord Qian did not come.
They are both Qin Xiang's men, but Qian Tu is too greedy. If he comes, he will have to bleed heavily again.
In comparison, he prefers Zhang Haoyi's integrity.
Mr. Zhang is a gentleman he admires.
It is said that a gentleman loves money but gets it in a proper way.
Zhang Haoyi has been associated with him for many years and has always taken only what he deserves. If he isn't a gentleman, what is he?
Wei Duhu secretly sighed that the Prime Minister of Qin was indeed very good to him as the letter said.
He only needs to cooperate then...
"Li Feng, Li Feng, just wait for your death!" Protector Wei put down the teacup, feeling confident.
He suddenly thought of something and asked his confidant beside him, "Why hasn't Li Qing's information been delivered yet?"
"We've already sent our men to investigate, but the information we've received from the capital doesn't indicate that there's anyone named Li Qing in the Li family or its branches."
"Check again! I want to see where he came from?" Wei Duhu snorted coldly.
At this moment, a subordinate came in to report, "Sir, the imperial envoy is about to arrive. General Li asks you to come over."
Outside the main city.
Li Feng led Li Qingqing and other deputy generals, as well as Censor Song and others, and had been waiting for the imperial envoy for a long time.
Behind them were the city guards in neat and orderly order.
On his side were the Protector General of Wei and his personal guards.
A luxurious double-horse carriage slowly stopped in front of everyone.
A military captain who was accompanying the carriage came forward on horseback.
He was wearing black armor and his eyes were dark.
He just waved his right hand, and immediately more than 20 soldiers rushed out from the back of the carriage and stood on both sides of the carriage.
All the soldiers were wearing the same black armor. As they lined up, a murderous aura suddenly rushed towards them.
The surroundings suddenly became quiet.
The soldiers guarding the city knew that these black-armored soldiers came from the Tianwu Camp.
It can be seen that the emperor attached great importance to this border inspection and even sent his direct organization to come.
They all stared ahead at the same time, secretly wondering which border patrol officer was in the carriage.
At this moment, an envoy jumped down from the carriage, holding up the imperial edict, and shouted in a loud voice:
"General Li Feng of the border town receives the order—"
Following this drawn-out ending tone, everyone knelt down on the ground in unison.
Li Qingqing was mixed in the team, looking up slightly.
I saw the crimson curtain in front of the double-horse carriage being lifted by an attendant, and a man slowly got out of the carriage.
He was dressed in a purple robe and jade belt, his face was solemn, and his every move showed the majesty of an important official of the court.
I think this border patrol envoy is none other than the Minister of War Zhang Haoyi, who is said to be fair.
Li Qingqing nodded secretly. At first glance, he was indeed loyal and upright.
Zhang Haoyi walked slowly to the front of the crowd and took the imperial edict from the messenger.
The military captain had already dismounted, and an imperial censor in a crimson official robe hurried up from behind.
The two men stood on either side of Zhang Haoyi, one on the left and one on the right.
Zhang Haoyi unfolded the imperial edict, glanced at everyone, and then read aloud:
"By the providence of Heaven, the Emperor proclaims: 'The great victory at the border city brings great joy to me. However, regarding the case of Protector General Wei Sheng collaborating with the enemy, I order a thorough investigation by Assistant Minister of War Zhang Haoyi.'"
After the decree was announced, Zhang Haoyi smiled and said to Li Feng, "General Li, please accept the decree."
Li Feng took the imperial edict with both hands, his eyes were calm and his face was calm, "I accept the order."
Everyone followed Li Feng and stood up.
Zhang Haoyi nodded slightly, then turned to look at everyone present, his voice dignified but with a hint of gentleness,
"As a border patrol envoy, my first duty is to convey the emperor's will and secondly to verify military achievements.
You have all made great contributions to the peace and stability of our Dayuan border. I will report the truth to the court and reward you according to your merits.
In addition, regarding the case of Protector General Wei Sheng collaborating with the enemy, I will investigate thoroughly and show no leniency!
As soon as Zhang Haoyi finished speaking, the Protector of Wei suddenly fell to the ground again.
"Sir, I am innocent! I am suing General Li Feng for treason and illegally detaining an official appointed by the imperial court. I hope you will punish me severely!"
Zhang Haoyi glanced at Wei Duhu quickly after hearing this, then looked away and ordered his men,
"Come here! Capture Protector General Wei Sheng first! I will personally interrogate him and determine the merits of his actions!"
Wei Duhu was quickly pinned down by two soldiers in black armor. He had not expected Zhang Haoyi to be so heartless.
In front of so many people, he was not given any face at all.
Wei Duhu felt the pain from being clamped. He was stunned for a few seconds, then shouted loudly, "Sir, I am innocent, I am innocent!"
"Shut his mouth!" Zhang Haoyi frowned, his face full of disgust.
He glared at the Protector General Wei and scolded:
"I hate you, the traitors, the most! Once I find out, I will not show mercy!"
"Take him away!"
The Protector General of Wei was taken away by the soldiers in black armor.
Zhang Haoyi then smiled and said to Li Feng:
"General Li, you commanded the troops with divine prowess and were able to lead the troops. You have ended the war and conflict that had lasted for over a decade in our border city. Your contribution is truly indelible!
Don't worry, if the evidence is conclusive, I will punish Wei Sheng severely!"
"Thank you for your concern for the border. I also hope that the truth will be revealed to reassure the soldiers and the people!" Li Feng secretly breathed a sigh of relief.
The border patrol officer is fair and strict, and all the evidence will be presented shortly.
After Zhang Haoyi comforted Li Feng, he looked at Li Qingqing beside him.
"Could this be the Li Li Lieutenant General and Li City Lord who led five hundred soldiers to destroy the enemy's rear camp and bravely charged into a formation of ten thousand enemies on horseback?"
Li Qingqing saluted and said, "I was just doing my duty. Everything is thanks to the soldiers who sacrificed their lives. I dare not take any credit for it!"
Zhang Haoyi nodded slightly, "It is a blessing for our country to have you!"
After saying this, Zhang Haoyi added with a smile,
"Look at my memory. I haven't introduced them yet."