Chapter 1787: Zhang Chu’s Big Fish
At this meeting of the Cosmic Trade Alliance, only Li Yaqi, the Minister of Commerce of the Xiaolong Interstellar Empire, was absent.
Everything else seemed quite ordinary.
Nobody cared.
But what these people didn't expect was that everything seemed peaceful here.
A massive upheaval is unfolding within the Xiaolong Interstellar Empire.
Because Minister Li Yaqi used her authority, the return journey was smooth and unimpeded.
Relying on the stargate network established by the Xiaolong Interstellar Empire, they returned to the Xiaolong star system of the Xiaolong Interstellar Empire in a very short time.
They also met with the secretary, Lilith.
As requested by Emperor Xiaolong, all information regarding those events was relayed to Secretary Lilith.
When Secretary Lilith saw this report, along with the Dragon Emperor's token,...
She then suspended all her work and dismissed everyone.
Then he carefully examined the evidence and documents submitted by Minister Li Yaqi.
During this process, she would occasionally contact the outside world and issue commands using her privileges.
The main purpose is to investigate the authenticity of this evidence and whether there are any problems.
After proving that the evidence for each of these events was valid.
Secretary Lilith looked at Minister Li Yaqi across from her.
Minister Li Yaqi looked at Secretary Lilith with some concern.
"You did a great job."
But to my surprise, Lilith's secretary started with a word of praise.
Then Lilith's secretary asked bluntly, "This matter should have been under my jurisdiction."
But you discover that the secretarial department is involved, so you worry that I might also be implicated.
Therefore, use your authorized personnel to conduct a secret investigation.
Finally, it was only when I met Emperor Xiaolong in the Flower Fairy Federation Tribe universe that I revealed the results of your investigation.
I know what you're worried about.
But if I were you, I would do the same.
I know that secretary, Mami; she used to be my deputy.
In terms of blood relations, she and I are relatives.
Therefore, it's understandable that you might have doubts about me.
But now that His Majesty the Emperor of the Dragon King has sent you to come to me personally to tell me this matter...
I think you can trust me now.
Minister Li Yaqi nodded; she hadn't expected Secretary Lilith to be so frank about this.
Secretary Lilith pointed to the evidence that Minister Li Yaqi had handed to her.
“You have a lot of evidence, but my people have only examined about a third of it so far.”
But this one-third part is basically fine.
Therefore, I believe that the evidence you presented is entirely correct.
Upon hearing this, Minister Li Yaqi immediately said, "Secretary, I swear on my life that I have this evidence."
I have verified all of these; absolutely none of them are exaggerated.
Secretary Lilith nodded and said, "Well, since there's no evidence to support that, then there's no problem."
That means we need to figure out what to do with these people next.
Secretary Lilith pondered for a long time.
Finally, she looked at Minister Li Yaqi, pointed to the imperial token in Minister Li Yaqi's hand, and said, "Since Emperor Xiaolong has entrusted this to you..."
That means you have the highest authority over this matter.
I'm going along with you.
Tell me your thoughts.
Minister Li Yaqi hesitated for a moment, but then immediately said seriously, "My opinion is that the evidence is now sufficient."
Although there is still some evidence that is not available regarding some lower and middle-level participants.
However, it's not impossible to arrest these people, have them reveal their subordinates, and then collect additional evidence.
These parasites that infest the Xiaolong Interstellar Empire have already drained too much of its blood.
This is a crucial period for the Xiaolong Interstellar Empire; we cannot allow this to happen!
Secretary Lilith nodded.
"Tell me your plans."
Minister Li Yaqi pointed to the list of those people and said, "These people all have a lot of connections behind them."
Therefore, we must take a two-pronged approach to reduce the impact of this incident on the order of our Dragon Star Empire.
Our first step is to send people to arrest these criminals and capture them all in one fell swoop!
Meanwhile, we sent people to invite these people.
For example, Marshal Chu Changhe, the patriarch of the Chu family.
Chu Pinchuan is a member of the Chu family, and it is our right to deal with criminals.
However, some members of the Chu family might not think that way.
Therefore, we need to let Marshal Chu know about this matter, and then let him handle it personally.
In this way, the impact of this incident can be minimized.
This will also prevent the Chu family from thinking that our empire is targeting them.
All of these people can do this.
But one of them is more complicated.
That's Prince Brauro of the Stone Kingdom. After all, he's just a prince from an interstellar civilization that's cooperating with us.
If we take direct action, we fear it will affect diplomatic relations between our two countries.
At this point, Minister Li Yaqi looked at Secretary Lilith.
"I understand. I'll take care of this person."
Everything else will be done as you said.
This matter has a very bad impact, since His Majesty the Emperor is holding a meeting in the Flower Fairy Federation Tribe universe and has not returned immediately.
But by asking you and me to do this, you are giving us time.
We must give His Majesty a satisfactory answer when he returns!
Minister Li Yaqi nodded emphatically.
Next, under the joint arrangement of Secretary Lilith and Minister Li Yaqi, a storm that swept through the entire Xiaolong Interstellar Empire was launched.
Chu Family Star Region.
After experiencing the battle in the Flower Fairy Federation Tribe Universe, Marshal Chu Changhe returned to his fiefdom and began to rest.
As he got older, such high-intensity combat command made him feel like he was risking half his life.
He is currently fishing on the coast of a scenic planet, gazing at the sapphire-blue sea.
"Hehe, I'm well prepared today, and I'm sure I won't fail!" Marshal Chu said confidently.
But the other old generals who were fishing nearby laughed one after another.
"Old Marshal, you're speaking too soon."
Every time before, you didn't catch a single fish!
"Yesterday we went fishing, and you insisted on borrowing my fish to take pictures. I didn't want to call you out on it!"
"Old Marshal, you are a master at fighting."
But when it comes to dealing with the fish in the sea, you'll be defeated every time.
Hearing the old bastards' mockery, Marshal Chu Changhe glared angrily: "You old fools, just you wait!"
In a few days, I will surely avenge myself and catch the biggest fish ever!
Just then, a video window popped up.
It shattered his peaceful retirement.
The adjutant on the other side hurriedly reported a series of messages.
"Old Marshal, the Imperial Supreme Secretary requests your immediate presence; he has something to discuss with you."
The other party produced a warrant from His Majesty the Emperor.
I'm also sending you another document that you need to review in person.
As the adjutant spoke, he sent over a document.
Marshal Chu Changhe was puzzled as to what had happened.
It's that serious.
But when he saw the contents of that document...
The veteran generals around could all sense the murderous intent on Marshal Chu Changhe's face.
"Hehehe, okay, okay."
I really caught a big fish today.
As he spoke, Marshal Chu Changhe snapped the fishing rod in his hand in two and ordered his attendants to prepare a shuttle immediately!
One of the old generals asked in confusion, "Marshal, aren't you going fishing anymore?"
"I'm not fishing here today."
A big fish has taken the bait.
"This fish is really big." Marshal Chu Changhe's voice was extremely cold.
Just hearing it sends chills down your spine.
Marshal Chu Changhe remained silent throughout his journey to the Xiaolong Star System.
He just stared at the document with a dark expression.
In the meantime, he smashed countless cups and tabletops.
Even the armrests of his chair were cracked from his squeezing.
Soon, he arrived in Chang'an City of the Xiaolong Galaxy.
In the past, whenever he came here, he would look at the magnificent Chang'an city and marvel at it, and say a few words about his idea of building a similar space city in the Chu family star region.
But today, he remained silent.
He didn't even glance at Chang'an City more than a few times. His expression was so dark that anyone could tell that this old Marshal Chu was in a very bad mood.
No one dared to step forward and disturb them.
Soon, Chu Changhe arrived at the room that Lilith's secretary had assigned him.
After entering the room, you'll find a simple little conference room.
Secretary Lilith was already waiting there, and she had prepared some refreshments on the table.
If you look closely, you'll find that all of these tea snacks are exactly what Marshal Chu Changhe liked.
But today, Marshal Chu Changhe had no appetite.
He looked at Secretary Lilith and asked directly, "Where is that little brat's body?"
"Drag him out, and I'll give that beast a thousand or eight hundred lashes!"
Secretary Lilith noticed the suppressed anger in Marshal Chu Changhe's eyes.
She said, "We have already sent people to arrest Chu Pinchuan."
Although we have evidence, we also have imperial laws.
It's not something you can just kill on a whim.
If Chu Pinchuan doesn't resist.
He should be on his way to be captured by the Imperial Guards right now.
If he resists...
Before Lilith's secretary could finish speaking...
"Resist?"
That little brat committed such a serious crime, and he still dares to resist?
In my opinion, there's absolutely no need for a trial.
He was executed by slow slicing.
The body was hung outside Chang'an City for public display.
"This guy has completely disgraced the Chu family!" Chu Changhe roared in fury.
"Actually, the evidence and materials you saw, old marshal, only involved Chu Pinchuan himself."
"Here are other things he and several others have done." Secretary Lilith presented all the evidence to Marshal Chu Changhe.
When Marshal Chu Changhe heard that the evidence he had seen before was just the tip of the iceberg...
His lips twitched slightly.
But he still suppressed his anger and read through all the new documents.
When he was halfway through reading, he couldn't help but throw all the tea and snacks on the table aside and pound his fist on the table.
They smashed the table in two.
Even though blood was already flowing from the back of his hand.
"That Chu Pinchuan deserves to die!" Marshal Chu Changhe said through gritted teeth.
Secretary Lilith looked at the messy room without changing her expression.
"As I have arranged."
The four people involved in this major case will be arrested and brought here to undergo an internal interrogation and trial.
I will personally go to the Stone Kingdom to demand the return of Prince Brauro, one of the princes.
This incident is the most extensive and serious case in the history of our Xiaolong Interstellar Empire.
And it involves many high-level officials.
Therefore, we must handle this matter skillfully.
Marshal Chu Changhe raised his hand, his eyes filled with anger and murderous intent: "Secretary Lilith, you don't need to tell me these things."
I know what you mean.
Now is a critical juncture for the Dragon Star Empire.
These poisonous insects must be completely eradicated, and everyone must know about it.
Make an example of someone!
Therefore, this Chu Pinchuan is my younger brother's son.
But you can do whatever you want with him.
Our Chu family will pretend that this person never existed.
If anyone else in our Chu family is involved, they will all be dealt with!
I, Chu Changhe, will not utter a single word!
"If necessary, I, Chu Changhe, am still capable; I can personally execute these members of the Chu family!"
Seeing that Marshal Chu Changhe had made such a statement.
Secretary Lilith was much relieved.
"I still have some things to take care of here. Marshal Chu, please rest in this room for now. If you need anything, please feel free to ask."
I will let you know when there are any updates.
With that, Secretary Lilith took her leave and left the room.
Outside the door, they saw Chu Xuan, who had been waiting there for who knows how long.
Chu Xuan looked at Secretary Lilith with a complicated expression.
“Your grandfather is inside. He’s not in a good mental state right now. Go and try to talk to him.”
This matter has nothing to do with your grandfather.
We will act in accordance with the law and will absolutely not implicate any unrelated individuals.
So go and talk to your grandfather and tell him not to feel any guilt.
No powerful family can guarantee that it is completely clean.
Chu Xuan also knew about this matter; it was Lilith's secretary who specifically summoned her.
The Chu family now holds a very high position in the Xiaolong Interstellar Empire.
The two main representatives are Chu Xuan and Chu Changhe.
Therefore, Lilith's secretary contacted the two of them immediately and informed them of the matter.
"I see.
I'll have to trouble you with this matter, Secretary.
"Our Chu family will fully cooperate with the investigation." Chu Xuan nodded and said.
Then they went into the private room.
She saw the mess inside the private room.
There was also a grandfather who looked decades older all of a sudden, sitting on the sofa with lifeless eyes!
"Grandpa," Chu Xuan called softly.
Marshal Chu Changhe seemed not to hear anything and just sat there blankly.
It wasn't until Chu Xuan walked up to him, squatted down, and called out to him a few times that he came back to his senses.
He looked at his granddaughter.
She began, "Xuan'er, tell me... how... how did Shinagawa become like this?"