Chapter 1153: Reversing the Natural Order

Chen Quan was persuaded.

It was also possible that it was because an official one rank higher could crush a person to death.

In short, he followed the advice and decided to take leave. He would take leave until Xiao Changsheng was released from prison.

He would still receive his salary and bonuses. Many people envied him, but deep down, he was still somewhat unwilling and regretful. What a great opportunity! Just because he had an Imperial Consort sister, even his imprisonment was so extraordinary.

"He is a man who values relationships and righteousness!"

Medical Official Mu stroked his beard while drinking tea. Although he did not approve of Chen Quan's actions, he expressed appreciation for his character.

"He is just sick."

Chen Guanlou cursed angrily.

"At first, he and Xiao Jin fought until they were half-dead, wishing they could bash each other's brains out. Now, because of Xiao Jin's death, he is breaking all sorts of rules. I was almost dragged into the gutter by him."

"Times change! My lord, do not be angry."

"How is Xiao Changsheng doing?"

"His body is recovering. My lord, rest assured, he definitely won't die."

"As long as he doesn't die, that's fine."

Chen Guanlou hoped for Xiao Changsheng's release more than anyone else. He wished he could run errands and pull strings for the other party himself.

Unfortunately, the officials in the imperial court just wanted to crush him. What a great opportunity; no matter what, they could not let Xiao Changsheng be released.

He found Sun Daojing and whispered in the old man's ear.

"Although the one surnamed Xiao promised to keep his mouth shut, he is a disaster after all. Keeping him imprisoned in the Heavenly Prison for a long time makes me fear another incident. Moreover, there is a great possibility. This time, we were lucky to discover the imposter. What about next time? No one can guarantee that we will have such good luck next time. Besides, the fate of the Ministry of Justice cannot be entrusted to luck, and your future, my lord, cannot be entrusted to luck either."

Sun Daojing took it to heart.

Now, he also believed that Xiao Changsheng was a disaster, a genuine hot potato.

He asked directly: "What do you want to do?"

Chen Guanlou had already pondered it. "Two methods. First, persuade His Majesty to let Xiao Changsheng be released early. Second, find a way to divert the disaster, letting Xiao Changsheng go to the neighboring prison or any other cell to serve his sentence. In short, he cannot continue to be held in the Heavenly Prison. The Heavenly Prison is small and cannot bear the pressure of two brothers-in-law."

"Do you think I haven't thought about that? I can hardly accomplish either of your two methods."

"It's understandable that diverting the disaster is hard to accomplish. Why is it hard to let the Emperor release Xiao Changsheng?" Chen Guanlou did not understand.

Xiao Changsheng was not only a brother-in-law but also a favored official.

"Have you forgotten that there is now an additional Fengyi Lang by the Emperor's side? The Emperor is so happy he has forgotten his home, and he has long since forgotten Xiao Changsheng."

"Then find a way to make the Emperor remember the one surnamed Xiao. Won't Imperial Consort Xiao do something? Is she really willing to watch her own brother be imprisoned in the Heavenly Prison for a long time?" Chen Guanlou clicked his tongue twice.

He always felt that the situation in the imperial palace was changing too fast for ordinary people to understand.

"You want me to contact Imperial Consort Xiao? That's simply absurd!"

Sun Daojing jumped in anger, pointing at the other's nose. To think he could come up with such a vicious method; was he trying to ruin his reputation in his later years?

How unreasonable!

"Don't you dare harm me! Don't mention such a rotten idea again."

Chen Guanlou clicked his tongue twice. What integrity; he hadn't even properly contacted a harem concubine, yet he was already acting righteous and refusing sternly. He was afraid others wouldn't know how upright he was.

"Then what do you suggest? Maintain the status quo and continue to be unlucky? Xiao Changsheng's destructive power is greater than all other imprisoned officials combined. My lord, the Heavenly Prison is under your jurisdiction after all; you can't just ignore it because it's the child of a minor maid. As a father, you should at least keep the bowl level."

"Pah, pah, pah, stop talking nonsense. What child of a minor maid? Is it that miserable?"

Chen Guanlou had an even more miserable one: "Then it's the child of a foot-washing maid."

"A dog's mouth cannot spit out ivory."

Sun Daojing was so angry his forehead ached; the more he spoke, the more outrageous it became.

What a disgrace!

Did they still want the face of the officialdom? Did they still want the dignity of being an official? If everyone were like this, wouldn't the imperial court be in chaos?

He coughed lightly and took a sip of tea. "Let's think of other ways."

"There are no other ways. Old Sun, be a bit bolder. When you see His Majesty, guide the topic so that His Majesty asks about Xiao Changsheng on his own. As long as he asks, with your operations, you will definitely be able to make His Majesty release the one surnamed Xiao."

"If I had the ability you speak of, I would be the Prime Minister now! Instead of listening to you nag here. I don't have that ability to guide His Majesty to remember Xiao Changsheng."

"Can't you find someone to help? For example, the Embroidered Uniform Guard, or the Ministry of Justice. If they don't agree, threaten them that you will divert the disaster of the one surnamed Xiao. Old Sun, things are accomplished by people; as long as your face is thick enough, there is nothing in this world you cannot accomplish."

Chen Guanlou spoke earnestly and sincerely, just like encouraging a child; it was heartfelt, gentle, and kind.

Unfortunately, the old vegetable bunch didn't buy it. "Don't put a high hat on me. If things were as simple as you say, why would I have so many troubles!"

Chen Guanlou looked disappointed.

To encounter such a stubborn superior who lacked initiative was truly the worst luck in eight lifetimes.

He held his forehead, his head aching, appearing helpless.

Breaking the pot, he said, "Then let Xiao Changsheng die."

"Don't give up on yourself and talk nonsense!" Sun Daojing scolded softly. "I know you have been under great pressure during this time. How about this, I'll give you a few days off, and you go back to rest for a while."

"Are you sure you want to give me time off at this time? When the person dies, don't blame me."

"That's true. Right now, the Heavenly Prison still needs you to sit in command. How about this, work a bit harder and persevere. With you guarding the Heavenly Prison, I don't believe anyone would dare to rush into the Heavenly Prison and be arrogant. After this busy period, I will give you a bonus and time off."

The morals of the world are declining!

In the past, it was Chen Guanlou who drew cakes for others, but now it was Sun Daojing's turn to draw cakes for him. It was drawn so carelessly and perfunctorily.

It was truly infuriating!

Chen Guanlou looked between crying and laughing. "Old Sun, at least strive for something. If you strive, it's better than anything!"

Sun Daojing sighed. "It's not that I don't strive, but... you have a relationship with the Fengyi Lang, why don't you chat with him and let him say a few good words before His Majesty to release Xiao Changsheng quickly? How about that?"

Chen Guanlou laughed in anger.

"Old Sun, oh Old Sun, I finally understand. When something happens, you just grab me to harm, right? I treated you as one of my own, but you treated me as a discarded pawn! Has your conscience been eaten by a dog?"

"Look at what you're saying. I am holding an attitude of solving problems, but you are concerned about my conscience. I only have two taels of conscience in total; after working in the Ministry of Justice for so long, there isn't even two mace left, so what conscience do I need? Don't tell me about conscience. Fine, I'll cooperate with you, is that enough?"

Sun Daojing had Chen Guanlou figured out.

He also had eyes and ears in the Heavenly Prison. With the Heavenly Prison being such a sieve, it was very simple for him to find out about anything he wanted to know.

Last time, he was eaten for three thousand taels by the little thief surnamed Chen, and in a blink of an eye, Chen Guanlou ran to Xiao Changsheng and ate ten thousand taels.

Damn it, the one surnamed Chen was actually eating from both sides!

The one surnamed Xiao was also a blockhead, being fooled in a few words and voluntarily offering ten thousand taels to beg Chen Guanlou to shut up.

Reversing the natural order! ===== CHAPTER 1154 =====