The conversation was divided into two parts. As Suizhou expected, the case was presented to the cabinet and transferred to the emperor. As expected, even the Emperor Chenghua who did not like to manage affairs was alarmed. Not only did he convey his importance to the cabinet, he also asked the cabinet to send people to jointly investigate the case together, and it was necessary to investigate the case. If there were indeed a tomb robber who was digging the imperial tomb, he would arrest it and punish it severely.

Is it true that the emperor was heartbroken because of fourteen deaths?

Of course not, just because everyone is an emperor, the imperial tomb of the Northern Song Dynasty was stolen, and the emperor's rabbit died and fox was sad. It is inevitable that he would think of going behind him. If he let it go, what if he encourages the tomb robbery and is dug out after his death, what should he do if he is digging out after his death? Of course, he must pay attention to strict investigation.

The cabinet concluded and sent the matter to the Ministry of Justice, because after all, tomb robbery cases still fall within the scope of responsibility of the Ministry of Justice.

Naturally, as the leader of the Henan Qing Lishu Department, Tang Fan had no choice but to do so.

Shangshu Zhang called Tang Fan over and asked him to take him with him to investigate the case with his staff.

Since Tang Fan and Minister Liang fought against him last time, Zhang Shangshu had inexplicably liked him and was not hesitant to express his appreciation for Tang Fan in public. Although Tang Fan knew that this was because Secretary Zhang and Minister Liang were unable to get along with him, Tang Fan himself was not unhelpful. At least he used this to conquer the people's hearts of the Qing Lishu Department of Henan.

So no matter what, the relationship between him and Zhang Xi is a win-win situation. Of course, Zhang Xi is a minister of the imperial examination and wanted to ask Tang Fan to do something, Tang Fan had no room to shirk.

For this reason, Zhang Xi specially called Tang Fan to his payroll room. He first asked a few questions about how he had done recently, whether he had any difficulties at work, and if he had any difficulties, he would say that the head office who could help would try his best to help you. Of course, Tang Fan would also say that thanks to the care of the adults, everything was fine.

After a few nonsense between the two sides, Zhang Xiang got to the point: "You already know the case of the stolen Emperor's tomb?"

Tang Fan nodded: "The official documents have been sent to the Qing Lishu Department of Henan Province, and the officials have read the file."

Zhang Xiang asked: "What do you think?"

Tang Fan said: "I forgive the official for saying frankly, it's a bit tricky."

Zhang Xiang sighed slightly: "Yes, those villagers and officials may not have died from falling into the river, nor may there be any ghosts. But since the other party can kill more than a dozen people in a row, if it is really done by humans, it must be a vicious person. This case is indeed difficult to solve. However,"

He paused: "No matter how difficult it is, you must do your best. If this case can be solved, I will report to the elders to confess your merits."

Tang Fan hurriedly said, "The officials must do their best and dare not express their merits!"

Zhang Xi suddenly asked: "I heard that you all call me and the other five ministers jokingly called the clay sculptures and the ministers, right?"

Tang Fan said in amazement: "Where did this come from? I have never heard of it!"

Zhang Xiang smiled slightly: "You don't have to pretend to be confused. I didn't blame you, I just wanted to hear the truth."

Tang Fan said: "Others don't know, but in the third year of Chenghua, you governed Ningxia as the right deputy censor. It was with your advocacy and presidency that Ningxia City was just redesigned and turned from soil to bricks and stones. Later, you personally presided over the river, diverting the Yellow River water to irrigate more than 700 hectares of farmland in Lingzhou, benefiting countless people. These virtues and policies are vivid in my mind. The people of Ningxia regard you as your rebirth parents. If you were also clay sculptures, then there were very few ministers in the court who could do things!"

Yes, although Zhang Xiang was ranked as the Minister of Clay Sculpture, he was not like this from the beginning. He was also full of passion to serve the country and benefit the people. He also had great achievements and claimed to be a capable minister. Many people think that he has been living a life of drinking tea.

If Tang Fan had not seen Zhang Xiang's resume from Suizhou, he would not have known that Zhang Shangshu had such a capable and motivated side.

Sure enough, Zhang Xiang looked moved: "How do you know this?"

Tang Fan smiled and said, "Qiu Jun, the teacher of the Xiaguan, praised Zhang Shangshu as a capable official in front of the Xiaguan. After hearing that the Xiaguan came to the Ministry of Justice, he wrote a letter to ask Xiaguan to learn from you!"

Of course, Tang Fan was simply giving his teacher's face and also gave Zhang Xiang a reasonable explanation. He couldn't say that I've seen your resume in the Jinyiwei, right?

Zhang Xi was a little moved, but also a little ashamed: "I didn't expect Qiu Qiongshan to have such an evaluation of me. Unfortunately, Lian Po is old now, and I am no longer the same as before!"

Tang Fan said earnestly: "The praise and criticism of praise and criticism are not the only thing that people say at that time. In a hundred years, history books will definitely give the ministry a fair evaluation!"

Zhang Xiang was not so easily moved by the officialdom for a long time, but Tang Fan talked about his heart today. Now everyone avoided disasters and just lived a mediocre life. The longer he became an official, the more he saw and the more he experienced, the more he became discouraged. He simply buried all his passion in the past, and learned from others that he was serious and did not do anything, and planted flowers and walked birds all day long.

As a result, others put him together with Yin Qian and Liu Zhao, and made the nickname "Six Clay Sculptures of the Sixth Sect" to tease him. After listening for a long time, Zhang Xi became numb.

Unexpectedly, today, it was a small doctor who told him in one word that he had deep grievances and depression. How could Zhang Li not be moved?

With this happening, the relationship between the two suddenly became much closer.

Zhang Xi directly called Tang Fan's word: "Runqing, don't think this case is difficult, but it has already left a name in front of His Majesty. If it can be done well, it will be of great benefit to your career future."

Obviously, Zhang Shangshu has now regarded Tang Fan as half of his "his own person", otherwise he would not have mentioned him like this.

This is not only because Tang Fangang said something about opening the other party’s heart, but because Tang Fan had no foundation in the Ministry of Justice and had a quarrel with Minister Liang before. The only person he could rely on was Zhang Xi, the Secretary of State.

Zhang Xi naturally had the intention of cultivating this smart and knowing how to advance and retreat.

Tang Fan was indeed very conscious and thanked him solemnly: "Thank you for your advice, and the officials will do their best to investigate this case!"

Zhang Xiang nodded with satisfaction: "The only inconvenience is to handle the case with the Jinyiwei. I heard that the Northern Fufu Division's tutor will also go in person this time. The cabinet means that you are the chief and he is the deputy, and you two are both imperial envoys. The Jinyiwei has always been special and may not be willing to obey your arrangements in everything. However, since you were able to ask Jinyiwei to help you investigate the case handled by Yin Yuanhua last time, I think you have some friendship, so I don't have to worry about you."

Tang Fan felt a little embarrassed: "The last time they were all reckless, and they caused trouble for the tribe. Please forgive me."

Zhang Xiang smiled and said, "Liang Wenhua has always been arrogant. He thought the Ministry of Justice was his one-man show and it was the spirit of someone to kill him. But after all, there is a difference between superiors and inferiors. When you face him, you should be more respectful and don't let someone catch a handle."

Tang Fan was naturally taught only.

This matter should not be too early or too late, but not too slow. I handed over the work with Dai Hongming and asked him to take charge of the Henan Qing Lishu Department during this period, leaving him with two officers for dispatch. He took Yin Yuanhua, Cheng Wen and Tian Xuan, and went to Henan with the men sent by the Jinyiwei.

According to the rules, Yin Yuanhua did not need to accompany him. As Tang Fan's deputy, when Tang Fan was away, it was his turn to take charge of Henan Qing Lishu. However, he didn't know what was going on, so he took the initiative to apply to go with Tang Fan. Liang Shilang also spoke, saying that the case was serious, and the chief and deputy of Henan Qing Lishu should go at the same time to show his importance.

This made Dai Hongming more advantageous. He temporarily took office as a doctor in charge and took charge of the Henan Qing Lishu.
Chapter completed!