Shen Yun now knew how to speak.
He sat leisurely, his expression composed, and slowly opened his mouth:
"Virtue as the root, heart as the core, spring breeze nurtures all things, a gentleman cultivates virtue, a pure heart, harmonious and auspicious!"
As soon as he finished speaking, Emperor Yongxing, who was seated at the head, led the praise: "Minister Shen speaks well!"
At this moment, whatever was said was good.
It was better than knowing nothing.
The civil and military officials present were somewhat bewildered.
They felt that everyone present didn't know, so Shen Yun must also not know.
But he, who was singled out, not only knew but also spoke.
Was what he said true, though?
No, whether what he said was true or false, it was spoken in public, and the Emperor immediately supported it. Who would dare to be so blind as to say it wasn't true?
Therefore, at this moment, even if it wasn't true, it was as good as true.
Everyone was a sharp person, and after a moment of deliberation, they knew what to say.
"His Majesty is wise! Minister Shen is right."
Those skilled in flattery began to launch into lengthy compliments.
The monarch and his officials were united, and the atmosphere was harmonious.
But some people were not buying it.
He had decided to stir up trouble today and naturally wouldn't be easily placated.
Upon hearing the meaning of the scroll from Shen Yun, Chu Lege whispered to a attendant beside him.
After waiting quietly for the officials of the Great Liang Dynasty to finish speaking, he suddenly stood up and said, with outward respect but inward provocation, "Does His Majesty truly believe what Minister Shen said is correct?"
As soon as these words were spoken, the previously well-fostered atmosphere dissipated instantly.
Everyone lowered their heads.
Nine out of ten people here felt that Shen Yun did not recognize those worm-like characters on the scroll.
Not only the civil and military officials, but even Emperor Yongxing was discouraged by their performance and believed that none of the officials present could recognize them.
Therefore, Shen Yun's appearance had helped him out of a predicament and brought him honor.
He thought that at this moment, as long as Chu Lege wasn't out of his mind, he wouldn't stand up and say anything.
After all, everyone's reputation was at stake.
But Chu Lege deliberately chose an unconventional path.
Not only did he stand up, but he also directly accused Shen Yun of lying.
"The words on the imperial scroll are not what Shen Yun said. He has committed the crime of deceiving the emperor," Chu Lege said with a cold snort.
He called Shen Yun by his name.
This showed the deep resentment he held for him.
As the situation developed, everyone could basically see what was happening.
So, Shen Yun and the envoy from Northern Chu were at odds.
This was why the envoy was deliberately targeting him.
With this realization, those who were friendly with Shen Yun became anxious.
Although Emperor Yongxing was very benevolent.
And he trusted Shen Yun greatly.
But Chu Lege accusing him of deceiving the emperor in front of everyone was a very serious matter.
If not for other reasons, to save face in front of foreign envoys, they would have to deal with Shen Yun for the crime of deceiving the emperor.
Otherwise, the prestige of the Great Liang Emperor in the eyes of foreign envoys would be completely lost.
Everyone looked at Chu Lege, observing the robust and tall Northern Chu man, his small eyes gleaming with sharp intelligence.
This person appeared broad-minded and forthright on the surface.
In reality, he was someone who liked to play dirty tricks behind people's backs.
And those who had disagreed with Shen Yun on political matters for a long time and considered him a political rival rejoiced in their hearts at Shen Yun's predicament.
They all folded their arms, waiting to watch the show.
As for Shen Yun, the person concerned, he sat upright at the table, his gaze unwavering, and with the cover of his wide sleeves, he gently squeezed Su Xiaoqi's fingers.
"Husband, do not worry!" Su Xiaoqi tickled his palm, indicating that she had a plan.
Shen Yun said in a voice only they could hear, "I'm not in a hurry, I have my wife."
In such a situation, the feeling of being trusted wholeheartedly by Shen Yun was wonderful.
She certainly could not let him down.
Just then, Prince Zhou suddenly spoke, questioning Shen Yun: "Lord Shen, do you know your crime?"
Shen Yun bowed, "Your subordinate does not know, I beg Your Highness to enlighten me."
"You have committed the crime of deceiving the emperor, how dare you say you don't know!" Prince Zhou, Liang Jingning, knew that Shen Yun was not on his side.
He didn't even need to think about this.
He, like that bastard Liang Jingchen, came from Mianzhou City.
Although their relationship seemed distant on the surface.
He had once heard Zhao Xiaohua and Su Yuru tell him that.
When Liang Jingchen was still called Zhao Ye, he lived in the Shen family's house, and he had even helped their family guard the fish pond and sell fish.
The two families' relationship couldn't have been better.
Therefore, he did not even bother with the usual overtures to Shen Yun; he directly classified him as an opponent.
He only regretted that Shen Yun had always been too cautious in his dealings. He hired people to watch him, hoping to find fault with him and deal with him.
But the people he sent out had been watching him for a month, and they couldn't find any fault.
The people he sent out were instead thrown into disarray by the smoke bombs that Shen Yun deliberately released, ruining several of his important tasks.
Although he had punished the person who was watching Shen Yun, he hadn't managed to deal with Shen Yun, the instigator.
This gave him a headache.
When he saw Shen Yun being singled out just now.
He was quite happy, thinking to himself that he definitely wouldn't be able to guess it.
Who knew that he would actually reveal the answer.
He felt that heaven was unfair.
Others didn't know, why should he?
Especially when he heard his father and the civil and military officials below praising him.
Regardless of whether it was sincere or feigned, those words of praise made him agitated.
However, this situation did not last long before it was interrupted by the envoy from Northern Chu.
The crime of deceiving the emperor, as long as it was handled properly, could lead to his death.
Even if his father was kind-hearted and deliberately protected him, it would not be allowed.
Liang Jingning gave a look, and Tang Boren of the Censorate immediately stepped forward, elaborating on the seriousness of Shen Yun's crime of deceiving the emperor.
And the disgrace he brought to the Great Liang's reputation in front of foreign envoys.
In short, Shen Yun's sins were grave, and he must atone with his life!
Only then could the troubles of today be resolved!
After Tang Boren finished, several more ministers echoed his sentiments.
Emperor Yongxing's ears were filled with shouts for execution.
His mood was suppressed and heavy.
Originally, he had no intention of punishing Shen Yun.
He knew that Shen Yun was helping him out of a difficult situation.
After all, the vast Great Liang Dynasty.
Could not understand a small item sent by a small foreign country, wasn't this losing face in front of everyone?
Therefore, even if he knew that what Shen Yun said might be false, he would accept it.
This was not the right time to argue about this matter.
But he never expected the situation to escalate to this point.
Execute him?
Or not execute him?
Emperor Yongxing's heart was in turmoil.
The voices of everyone buzzed around him like flies, refusing to be dispelled, no matter how hard he tried.
His mind was in chaos, as if he had stepped into muddy water; he could see nothing clearly and could think of nothing.
He even had a moment of self-abandonment, thinking, why not just follow their wishes, satisfy them, and they would stop arguing.
Just then, he saw Su Xiaoqi stand up.
She was dressed in the formal attire of a noble lady, her makeup no different from anyone else.
But her eyes appeared exceptionally clear and bright.
As if they had a calming effect.
His confused mind was immediately soothed.
He coughed lightly.
In the grand hall, all sounds stopped abruptly, disappearing instantly.
Everyone knew the emperor was about to speak, and they should all shut up.
Emperor Yongxing scanned the civil and military officials below from his high position, his expression cold, his demeanor imposing without being angry:
"Madame Shen, you tell us, how should this matter be handled?"