This question was reasonable and reasonable. At that moment, the hall was completely silent and no one said anything.

After a while, Chongzhen frowned and said: "No matter what, since the Ministry of War has endured this incident, it should naturally have records. Cao Huachun, take someone to ask and see if Li Yi is qualified to make firearms.

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Cao Huachun left with the two eunuchs. The ministers all talked in low voices, not expecting this change at all.

After a while, Cao Huachun came back, knelt down and said loudly: "Your Majesty, I went to the Ministry of War to inquire. Baoding Mansion is indeed qualified to make firearms. It is said that the banditry in Taihang Mountain is too serious and the weapons of the guards and camps are exhausted."

There are too many, so we specially negotiated and decided.”

Hearing this answer, a trace of pride flashed across Chongzhen's face. He glanced at the ministers below and said, "In this case, it is reasonable for Li Yi to make firearms. It is not a private weapon."

As soon as he finished speaking, Han Xu stood up and said in a deep voice: "Your Majesty, if you want to set up military craftsmen in the local area, it should be under the jurisdiction of the Ministry of War. The cabinet ministers discussed it together, but the veterans have experienced two dynasties and have not heard of it.

I really don’t understand this matter.”

Chongzhen smiled slightly, knowing that it would be impossible not to present real evidence today.

He looked at Cao Huachun below, who nodded slightly.

Seeing that he was confident, Chongzhen said: "Since Mr. Ge doesn't understand something, let's verify it personally to see if there are any mistakes."

At this time, Cao Huachun submitted the document for Han Xu's inspection.

Han Xu found the record and looked at it carefully, and found that it was the record of the seventh year of Tianqi. At that time, he had been kicked out of the court by Wei Zhongxian, so how could he know such things.

Han Xu frowned. He now believed Lu Changfeng's words and believed that Li Yi was indeed qualified to build weapons. However, being qualified did not mean that he was not at fault. Just having this qualification could lead to new charges.

Thinking of this, Han Xu looked at Chongzhen on the golden platform and said loudly: "Your Majesty, this document is indeed true. But Li Yi is not a military attache. How can he build weapons for officers and soldiers without having a formal official position? Now that he has obtained such a

Qualifications, I believe there must be a reason, and should be strictly investigated."

Chongzhen only wanted to protect Li Yi and severely attack the arrogance of such arrogant courtiers. Why did he care about this?

His sharp eyes swept over the ministers under the golden stage, and finally settled on Han Xu. Han Xu still lowered his eyebrows and looked down, as if he did not feel that he was being watched by the emperor.

Chongzhen knew that Han Xu would never back down easily. He gave a cold sigh and said in a deep voice: "Li Yi is a minister of the imperial court. Although he is only a casual official, he can be regarded as an official of the imperial court. Back then, bandits were rampant in Baoding Prefecture, but there were actually people on the Taihang Mountains.

Thousands of thieves and bandits disobeyed the imperial court and repeatedly caused chaos. Li Yi did a great job in protecting the people and suppressing the bandits, and he was highly appreciated by Cao Minglei. These are all meritorious achievements. Why does the elder only value his shortcomings and not his merits?"

Han Xu did not change his expression because of this question. He still said calmly and without expression: "Li Yi's contribution is naturally attributed to the emperor and rewarded by the court. However, if there is anything inappropriate in it, I should naturally raise it."

Chongzhen had nothing to say at this sentence, so he could only say calmly: "I think the banditry in the Taihang Mountains is too serious. Li Yi has extraordinary abilities and business talents. At present, the national treasury is empty, so it is most appropriate for him to provide weapons for the officers and soldiers."

When it comes to money, Han Xu can't say much. The treasury is currently empty and money is needed in all aspects. It would be a good choice if Li Yi can provide weapons to the officers and soldiers for free.

Han Xu still wanted to govern the country and wanted to reduce the burden on the court, but Qian Qianyi could not agree.

He stood up and said: "Your Majesty, it has not yet been concluded whether Li Yi is guilty of the crime. How can he be entrusted with such an important task?"

As soon as Qian Qianyi said this, Han Xu also suddenly realized.

If Li Yi's qualifications to build weapons are recognized at this time, what will happen to the previous crimes? Do they have to be written off?

At this time, Zhou Yanru stood up and said: "Lao Ge, Mr. Qian, now that the truth has been revealed, Li Yi can make military battles. In this way, the previous charges cannot be established."

Looking at the documents in Cao Huachun's hand, Qian Qianyi was speechless at this time.

Yes, what Zhuomai investigated was Li Yi's crime of making weapons privately. Now that Li Yi has obtained permission from the Ministry of War, this crime is no longer true.

But no matter what, so much energy spent this time cannot be in vain. Qian Qianyi asked: "Since Li Yi has the Ministry of War documents in his hand, why didn't Zhuomai take them out when he interrogated him? Why did he not show up after he was imprisoned?

Take it out, but now it is a Jin Yiwei governor who raises this matter?"

Obviously, the implicit meaning of this sentence is that Li Yi has no qualifications to build weapons at all. This qualification was made for him later by someone. He pointed the finger at Lu Changfeng, but everyone knew that the person behind it must be the emperor.

Lu Changfeng hurriedly knelt down to the throne and said respectfully: "Your Majesty, it was Li Yi who informed me about this matter, so I hurried back to the capital to report it. If what I said is false, I will be struck by lightning and die badly."

Lu Changfeng laid a poisonous curse, and the officials present believed it.

"Why didn't Li Yi say it himself, but told you the reason?" Chongzhen frowned slightly: "Tell me the reasons one by one."

"Your Majesty, it's not that Li Yi didn't tell the matter, it's that he didn't have the chance to tell the matter." Lu Changfeng glanced at Qian Qianyi next to him and quickly replied: "I followed your order and went to Baoding Prefecture to investigate the case of privately manufactured weapons.

, just after making some progress, Zhuomai came to Baoding Mansion. At that time, I did not see him. Later, Li Wensheng sent someone to tell Zhuomai that he had captured Li Yi and he would be held accountable. Because I also had the emperor's orders, I went

After a trip, I saw that Li Yi had been questioned by Zhuomai and admitted that he had made weapons. I was shocked and wanted to intervene, but Zhuomai stopped me and insulted me in public.

Later, Zhuomai hurriedly took Li Yi into custody and went to Anxin non-stop the next day to search for evidence. It was not until two days ago that I secretly met Li Yi because I wanted to find out the facts and complete errands, and then I learned that

Got this."

"That's total nonsense." Qian Qianyi shouted loudly.

At this time, Zhou Yanru said coldly: "Master Qian, your Majesty is still listening. You are disrespectful in front of the emperor. What crime should you do?"

Qian Qianyi was not afraid, and bowed to Chongzhen and said: "Your Majesty, Lu Changfeng has committed a heinous crime by alienating the emperor and his ministers. Please punish him."

"Lu Changfeng just told the emperor what he saw and heard, how could he alienate the emperor and his ministers? I really admire Lord Qian's method of arranging accusations." Zhou Yanru continued to attack.

"Lord Zhou, Zhuomai is dedicated to serving the public good, so how did he turn into a traitor who framed others and satisfied his selfish desires in Lu Changfeng's mouth? Isn't this kind of behavior alienating the emperor and his ministers?"

Zhou Yanru smiled coldly, "Master Zhou, what you said is wrong. Lu Changfeng told the truth about what he saw. Master Qian has never been to Baoding Mansion. How do you know the scene at that time, and how do you know that Lu Changfeng wronged Zhuomai?"

"You..." Qian Qianyi was speechless for a moment and gritted his teeth and said, "Zhuomai is an honest official and serves the public wholeheartedly. Everyone in the court knows that."

Zhou Yanru sneered and said: "When Wei Eunuch started his political career, everyone in the court still praised him. Could it be that this makes him a talented person?"

Qian Qianyi was refuted one after another, his face turned green with anger, and he glared at Zhou Yanru fiercely.

When Chongzhen saw that Zhou Yanru had successfully suppressed Qian Qianyi, a smile suddenly appeared on his face. He looked at the ministers below who were talking about each other and said: "Lu Changfeng is the governor of Jinyiwei. Under my order, he went to Baoding Mansion to investigate the case of privately manufactured weapons.

So you must not disbelieve his words."

Seeing that no one was interrupting, Chongzhen showed a proud look on his face and continued: "Since Li Yi has an official document from the Ministry of War for making weapons, and Zhuomai is too eager for quick success and quick gain in handling the case, I think this matter still needs to be discussed."

"Your Majesty." Just when Chongzhen was about to make a decision, Han Xu suddenly stood up. He glanced at the silent Zhou Yanru and said, "I think Zhuomai is not suitable to continue hearing this case."
Chapter completed!