Chapter 357: Rumors spread, becoming the target of public criticism (Ch 357)

Although Ji Qingluo did not do anything disadvantageous to him in court, Duke Xing was already getting restless.
He could only stare blankly at the deduction picture above the sky.
I wondered how my future self could be so stupid!
Colluding with outsiders to betray one’s own people and country, the most important thing is that there is no bottom line.
“Damn it, damn the Romans, damn Chen Huaixin.”
At this moment, he was getting more and more angry.
The reason why he fell into the current deadlock was because of them, so in the eyes of Duke Xing, he was just an innocent victim.
At this time, a eunuch came up.
“Your Majesty, some people in Chang’an have begun to denounce Duke Xing and demand that we release him. Some have even started to gather and cause trouble around the palace.”
Wang Qianhe was the first to stand up when he heard it.
“How can this be possible!”
“What are they trying to do? Are they trying to rebel?”
Although his voice was serious, it was actually spoken for the other officials to hear.
The most difficult person to deal with now is Duke Xing who is standing in the middle of the lobby.
The others didn’t know what to say, after all, some of them wouldn’t even live to see the founding of the Yu Nation in the future…
Therefore, we can only direct the spearhead at the party at the center of the storm.
“alright.”
Ji Qingluo spoke out to stop him.
“Leave the rest alone, send out those who can be dispatched first, and mobilize the imperial guards to guard the central gate. Do not clash with the civilians.”
“Pull out elite troops to guard outside Xuanwu Gate, and keep a close eye on the imperial guards. Retreat if possible, and do not hurt anyone.”
This is the public opinion!
Even if she is the current emperor, she cannot disobey him at will.
As an emperor, even if you have the power to cover the sky with one hand, you must understand that the people are like water and the emperor is like a boat.
If we suppress the people now when the public is outraged, Chen Huaixin may not even have to seize his imperial power himself, and the fall of Cheng State will be at this moment.
But we cannot hand over Duke Xing just now.
The future is uncertain at the moment, and deduction is only part of it.
If this is true, no matter what unexpected events occur during the deduction in the future, she will be forced to compromise.
As a result, the royal dignity is gone and the royal family’s reputation is completely lost.
By then, Chengguo will still end up destroyed amidst the turmoil in the city.
No matter how you look at it, because of the long-term accumulated problems, the entire Cheng State is now caught in a dilemma and cannot back down.
…
【“It’s simple. We spread rumors from within.”】
[One of the Romans looked at the Duke of Xing with a smile.]
[“Let’s just say that your emperor has already expressed his intention to submit to Rome, and the reason why he is still pretending to be strong and peaceful is just to deceive others.”]
[“Then we will arrange for our merchants to help add fuel to the fire.”]
[“As long as we can make your emperor lose the support of the people, we can take the opportunity to carry out our plan and develop informants for us in Rome.”]
【Duke Xing’s expression changed.】
【At this moment he suddenly understood what the other party meant. 】
[The so-called informant is for long-term development. 】
[When it comes to infiltration, it is safer to buy off the locals. ]
[Moreover, these foreign empires still have to rely on the locals of Yuyu Country to govern and restrain the locals. This is a very sinister move! ]
[Several other Romans came over and put their treasure chests on the table.]
[After opening it, it was filled with gold and silver items that only Roman nobles could use, as well as some jewelry made of precious stones. ]
[Although they didn’t have anything priceless, they all looked very wealthy. ]
[It can be seen that this is only part of the sincerity. 】
【Duke Xing hesitated. This was the first time he hesitated.】
【The Romans were not in a hurry, but looked at the old man in front of them with great interest.】
[A whole incense stick of time passed. ]
[One of them took the initiative to stand up and spoke in fluent Central Plains dialect.]
[“Sir, we don’t care what you want to do.”]
[“Taking this step is the result of our cooperation, so there is no need to regret it no matter whether we advance or retreat.”]
[“It doesn’t matter if you want to save your reputation.”]
[“No matter what, you are old now. If you are looking back, you should always think long-term.”]
[The words were like a strong medicine that stabbed the heart of Duke Xing.]
【“That’s all.”】
【”Tell me what you need me to do.”】
[The Romans present suddenly became excited. ]
[Next, under their arrangement, relying on the manpower arranged by Duke Xing, some rumors emerged among the people of Chang’an.]
[Some say that Chen Huaixin had long been afraid of foreign powers and was ready to sell out his country.]
[Some say that all the current gestures of good will are preparations to sell all future assets to the Roman Empire.]
[Others say that the reason they haven’t resorted to war is because they are afraid.]
[Various opinions are interspersed…]
…
“This is outrageous!”
Guo Baoyi was the first to stand up and roar, his gray beard trembling and his whole body shaking uncontrollably.
He grabbed the cane and hit Duke Xing.
In terms of seniority, I am much older than the other party. It is not an exaggeration to say that I am the oldest pillar of the country in this court.
Everyone rushed to help break up the fight, and Ji Qingluo could only speak out to stop it.
But Guo Baoyi had already gotten angry and was chasing the other person with a glaring face.
The terrified Duke Xing could only dodge and escape.
Just because everyone could see clearly that he condoned the Romans to do such things, it was only right that the anger could only be directed at him.
“Old Master, Old Master, spare me!”
“Forgive you?”
Guo Baoyi’s voice trembled and his face turned red.
“What have you done? Do you still remember your race? Do you still remember your name? Do you still remember your ancestors?”
“If you are old and still alive, you are a thief! You are a traitor to your country and your people. Today I will get rid of this scourge of yours!”
After being scolded, Duke Xing did not dare to retort and could only hide aside and nod his head to apologize.
The situation is stronger than people.
Now that I have become the target of public criticism, I have no choice but to bow my head.
“Old Master, don’t blame me. I didn’t know about it.”
“Your Majesty, please make the decision for me!”
“My ministers, my colleagues, speak up for me, speak up for me!”
Other court officials were also quite helpless about the situation during the deduction.
Even if Chen Huaixin is very capable, he may not be able to solve this situation.
Because rumors can’t be stopped!
If people with ulterior motives and those who like to do good things want to make a big deal out of this matter, it will cause a big uproar in the whole city.
What people say is scary, this is an eternal truth!
Many troubles arise from public opinion.
Even if Chen Huaixin could clear his name, he couldn’t stop the world from talking nonsense.
This dirty trick is really hard to guard against…