Chapter 176 Hai Rui wants to risk the disgrace of official circles

Author: Spring turns to summer

Chapter 176 Hai Rui wants to risk the disgrace of official circles

Soon, the table was filled with all kinds of delicacies, and Zheng Mi Chang picked up the wine glass, filled Hai Rui's glass, and then poured himself a glass.

"Come on, let me take this glass of wine as my thanks for your kindness last time!"

Zheng Mi Chang said and raised his wine glass. Hai Rui also raised his wine glass and clinked it with Zheng Mi Chang.

After a glass of wine, Zheng Michang's face turned rosy, and he continued: "Come, come, let's eat. The fish in this restaurant is outstanding!"

Upon seeing this, Hai Rui took a piece of fish and put it into his mouth. In an instant, the unique sweetness of the fish filled the entire mouth, making people unable to stop.

"How about it? This fish is pretty good, isn't it? It's the signature dish of this restaurant! Most people can't even afford it."

After Zheng Michang finished speaking, he also picked up a piece of fish and put it into his mouth.

Hai Rui put down his chopsticks with a look of hesitation on his face: "Mr. Chief Envoy, I would like to..."

"We won't discuss business matters at the wine table. Let's talk about it later."

After Zheng Michang finished speaking, he glanced at Hai Rui with a reproachful look on his face.

Hai Rui had no choice but to continue holding up his wine glass and clinking glasses with Zheng Michang.

"Come on, come on, cheers!"

"cheers."

After three rounds of wine and five tastes of food, Zheng Michang was lying on the table helplessly, talking nonstop nonsense.

"My Lord Chief Minister, can I ask you questions now?"

Hai Rui put down the wine glass in his hand and said.

"Ask...ask, Hiccup! You drank so much, why don't you feel even the slightest bit drunk?"

Zheng Michang barely supported his body, looked at Hai Rui with drunken eyes, and said doubtfully.

"My lord, the Chief Envoy, does not know. Before I became an official, there was a wine shop in the village! Although the wine it sold was new wine, it had the taste of old wine."

"If things go on like this, I will develop the ability of an official to be able to drink a thousand cups."

Hai Rui smiled and then explained to Zheng Michang.

"Absurd, this is clearly the content of a certain storybook novel! I have also read it."

After Zheng Michang finished speaking, he stood up unsteadily, poured himself a glass of wine, and drank it all in one gulp.

"Didn't you say before that you have any questions you want to ask me? Just ask."

Zheng Michang was in a good mood, turned his eyes to Hai Rui, and said in a deep voice.

"Master Chief Envoy, the thing is like this..."

Hai Rui immediately informed Zheng Michang of all his doubts.

"What? Stop investigating this matter! Just treat it as if it never happened, keep it in your stomach, and never say it out!"

After Zheng Michang heard Hai Rui's description, he suddenly broke into a cold sweat, sobered up a lot, and warned Hai Rui.

"Why is this?"

Hai Rui was quite puzzled by Zheng Michang's reaction and said doubtfully.

From Hai Rui's point of view, the imperial government's policy of reducing taxes on the common people has never been implemented! The burden on the common people is getting heavier and heavier. If things go on like this, once there is a natural disaster or man-made disaster and the common people lose their livelihood, they will end up in a bad situation.

To the point of selling sons and daughters.

If the government's relief is not in place, these people who have lost their jobs will instantly turn into refugees in order to survive, thus causing turmoil! The situation will then be irreversible.

Zheng Mi Chang did not answer Hai Rui's question directly, but picked up the wine bottle on the table, poured himself another glass of wine, and then said slowly.

"When I went to measure the fields in Zhejiang, someone said the same thing as you. He was Gao Hanwen, and he was also a student of Xiaoge Lao Yan Shifan!"

"Logically speaking, his status and background are much higher than yours, the magistrate of Chun'an County! But why did he choose to remain silent later?"

"Because there are too many people involved behind this. If we investigate thoroughly, the entire court and even the high-ranking elders will not be spared! They will all be punished according to the Ming Law!"

When Zheng Michang said this, he paused for a moment, drank all the wine in the glass, and then continued.

"Don't continue the investigation. I also wanted to be kind to you before I said this to you. Otherwise, I would have dealt with you long ago!"

"Listen to my advice, you can't handle this matter! Forget about this matter completely, and then stay in the position of county magistrate for a few years with peace of mind. As for your promotion, I will find a way for you.

"

After Zheng Michang finished speaking, he turned his gaze to Hai Rui and waited for his answer quietly.

For a long time, Hai Rui's throat moved, he shook his head, and said slowly: "Mr. Chief Minister, you misunderstood! The previous incident was what I was accusing. If someone else was present, I would

Will do that too.”

After Hai Rui finished speaking, he stood up from his seat and prepared to leave.

"Hai Rui, don't give me a toast and be fined with alcohol! Is this something that a small county magistrate like you can handle?"

"You are making an enemy of the entire officialdom! If you walk out of this door today, don't blame me for being merciless!"

When Hai Rui walked to the door, Zheng Michang's threatening voice came from behind.

Hai Rui paused for a moment, turned around and looked at Zheng Michang, bowed slightly and said loudly: "Thank you so much, Chief Envoy, for taking care of me! Your Majesty also understands what you said.

It’s all true, but someone has to do it, right?”

"If everyone knew the truth and kept silent, and just muddle along and continue to whitewash peace, how could the people live and work in peace and contentment? How could the Ming Dynasty be prosperous?"

"My lord, I'm sorry! I have to do this."

After Hai Rui finished speaking, without any hesitation, he immediately opened the door and left, leaving Zheng Michang sitting alone in the room blankly.

After a while, there was only a crisp sound of "bang". It turned out that Zheng Michang was so angry that he threw the wine glass.

"Asshole! Idiot! Hai Rui, I will make you regret it!"

I saw Zheng Michang looking at the wide open door and gritting his teeth.

…

Hai Rui came out of the restaurant and was greeted by a gust of cool breeze, which made him sober.

"By the way, what's the name of the person the Chief Envoy mentioned just now? Oh, I remembered, his name is Gao Hanwen!"

Hai Rui stood at the door of the restaurant, muttering silently to himself.

Hai Rui then made up his mind to go find Gao Hanwen to learn more about the specific situation.

After many inquiries, Hai Rui finally found out where Gao Hanwen lived.

"Is this where Master Gao lives?"

Hai Rui came to Gao Hanwen's residence and asked the guard at the door.

"Sir, what are you doing?"

When the guard at the door saw the official uniform that Hai Rui was wearing, he didn't dare to be disrespectful at all and quickly said respectfully.

"I am Hai Rui, the magistrate of Chun'an County. I have something I would like to know from Mr. Gao. Please go in and inform me!"

"Sir, please wait a moment, my subordinate will go in and report."

Seeing that Hai Rui had something to discuss with his master, he quickly went in to report it.

In the room, Gao Hanwen was practicing calligraphy, his pen moving between dragons and snakes, showing his elegance.

This has been his habit since he became an official. Whenever he feels depressed, he will calm down and write a word. After writing a word, his mood will feel much better.

"Phew~ I'm finally done!"

Gao Hanwen put down the brush in his hand and looked at his masterpiece with satisfaction.

At this moment, the guard's announcement came from behind.

"Sir, Hai Rui, the magistrate of Chun'an, is outside asking for a meeting!"

"Hai Rui? Why is he here? Forget it, let him in."

After Gao Hanwen was suspicious for a moment, he gave the order.

"Yes, sir! I will inform him immediately."

After hearing Gao Hanwen's instructions, the guards quickly followed the order and left.
Chapter completed!