Outside the hospital, the citizens were still enthusiastic and cheered for Zhang Fei.
Moreover, the number of people who came to watch the trial this time was far greater than last time, and among them were many young talents and scholars. These young people were full of passion and lacked rational thinking. They preferred to follow their inner feelings.
On the one hand, they believed that Fang Datian was the culprit, but on the other hand, they also felt very sympathetic towards the beautiful girl Ayun and believed that she was innocent.
Of course, there are always two sides to this story. There are also many people who think that Ayun deserves what he got. Most of these people are elders who are relatively conservative and pay more attention to etiquette.
However, these people are relatively silent, and they would not come here specially to watch the trial, which makes it seem that Zhang Fei's momentum is very loud.
However, after a long time, it was already past the time, but the gate of the government office was still not opened, and everyone couldn't help but start to complain again.
Is there something wrong
Zhang Fei was also very worried. Problems arose just after a change of officials. How could he not be afraid
After a while, Liu Hai suddenly came out and summoned Zhang Fei into the hall.
But after Zhang Fei entered, the door of the government office was closed again.
This greatly puzzled the citizens waiting outside. Wasn't it said to be a public trial
Why was Zhang San allowed in alone
Could it be that the government is going to change its mind
Or do they want to force Zhang Fei to drop the lawsuit
All kinds of speculations popped up like bamboo shoots after rain.
It seems that conspiracy theories have always been loved by the people throughout history!
"I, Zhang San, meet the prefect."
When he arrived at the lobby, he only saw Xu Zun and Xu Yuan inside, but no one saw the Chief Justice Cao Yan. Moreover, Xu and Xu both looked solemn, which made Zhang Fei even more uneasy!
Xu Zun asked, "Zhang San, I want to ask you, do you really want to redress the injustice for Ayun?"
In response, Zhang Fei nodded firmly and said, "Yes."
Xu Zun asked again: "Then do you dare to go to Bianliang to appeal for it?"
Zhang Fei was horrified, "Go to Bianliang to file a complaint?"
Xu Zun asked, "Are you afraid?"
"No... I'm not afraid, I just... I just don't understand why we suddenly have to go to Bianliang to file a complaint?" Zhang Fei asked puzzledly.
Xu Yuan couldn't help but say, "This is all thanks to you. If you hadn't said anything to forgive me, things wouldn't have gotten to this point."
"Um?"
Xu Zun glared at Xu Yuan, and then said to the confused Zhang Fei: "Why didn't you appeal for Ayun on the grounds of excessive self-defense, but instead asked for forgiveness? Don't say you just thought of it."
Since we are going to Bianliang, we are already on the same front, and we should not hide anything. Zhang Fei hesitated for a moment, and said truthfully: "I dare not deceive the prefect. I did intend to appeal for Ayun on the grounds of excessive self-defense, but I had just come out at that time, and many evidences had not been ascertained. I was just guessing and dared not jump to conclusions."
Xu Zun said: "If that's the case, why don't you wait until you find out the truth before you come and appeal to me."
"Well... ."
"Tell the truth now." Xu Zun shouted.
Zhang Fei said: "To be honest with you, I just want to test your attitude towards this case, because I know very well that it will be impossible to succeed without your support."
This is the fact, because his judgment of Xu Zun's character is entirely based on the history books. He must confirm that Xu Zun is indeed as described in the history books, otherwise, he will not be able to win the lawsuit.
Of course, during his interrogation, he had already gained some understanding of Xu Zun's character, so he dared to do so before.
"in addition... !"
Zhang Fei added: "I also think that if we want to appeal for Ayun, we must first let Wei Ada get enough compensation. No matter what, Wei Ada is the biggest victim of this case and the key witness of this case. I also need his help."
"You are really thoughtful!"
On the one hand, Xu Zun admired Zhang Fei's attitude, but on the other hand, he was filled with hatred as he felt that he was being clearly tricked by a young boy.
Zhang Fei hurriedly said, "I know my crime."
Xu Zun also understood the reason and would not blame him. He just said, "I will not hide it from you. Now things have become a little complicated. The Dali Temple and the Ministry of Justice insist on maintaining the original verdict, but many officials support me. This is why I was transferred back to the Dali Temple."
His words were rather obscure, but his meaning was self-evident. The Dali Temple opposed it, and he was transferred back to the Dali Temple. It was obvious that those who supported him hoped to go back to preside over the case and change the original verdict of the Dali Temple.
Zhang Fei knew very well that the person who supported him was none other than Wang Anshi.
The person who opposed him was Sima Guang.
The reason why this case has become a rare case in history is not because of how complicated the case itself is. It is actually a very simple case and it can be judged in any way. The strange thing is that such a simple case actually marked the beginning of Wang Anshi's reform and became the fuse of the factional struggle in the Northern Song Dynasty.
This has evolved from a judicial struggle into a political struggle.
Although Zhang Fei did not expect Tokyo to transfer Xu Zun back so quickly, he was prepared for this because he knew about it in advance. However, he imagined that Xu Zun would come forward in the game and he would make suggestions from behind. After all, his status was too humble. Obviously, this was a little different from what he imagined. After hesitating for a while, he said, "I am not afraid of debate, but I am afraid of being treated unfairly. After all, I am just an ordinary citizen."
Xu Zun nodded slightly and said, "That's all right. Go back and prepare yourself, and come with me to the capital in two days."
Zhang Fei suddenly said: "But before I leave, I still want to see someone."
Xu Zun thought for a moment and nodded.
He didn't ask who the man was because there was no need.
... .．
Although Xu Zun had been defending Ayun, before he succeeded, Ayun was still a serious criminal, or even a death row prisoner. He was not imprisoned in an ordinary prison, but was locked up alone in a small stone house with his hands and feet shackled.
When the heavy prison door opened, a strong light shone into the room. Ayun subconsciously blocked the light with his hand and vaguely saw a slender figure shining into the room.
After a while, she gradually got used to it, and the figure gradually became clear, and it was a handsome young man.
"You don't recognize me." The young man smiled at her.
Ayun shook his head blankly.
The young man squatted down and said, "Do you remember that a few months ago, you rescued a drowning person from the river?"
"ah!"
Ah Yun immediately exclaimed, "It's you."
The person who came was Zhang Fei.
Zhang Fei smiled and nodded: "It's me."
After Ayun rescued Zhang Fei in a hurry, she left. In addition, Zhang Fei was dressed strangely at the time, so she did not recognize him at first.
Ah Yun asked with concern, "Are you also imprisoned? I have already explained to them that I don't know you and this matter has nothing to do with you."
As she spoke, there was a hint of self-blame in her voice.
Zhang Fei smiled and said, "Don't worry, my misunderstanding has been explained clearly. I am already free. I came here to repay you for saving my life."
Ayun breathed a sigh of relief, then shook his head and said, "To be honest, I was also confused at the time and didn't know why I saved you. You don't have to repay me for anything."
Zhang Fei saw that she was just like himself in prison, skinny and with blue cheeks, but her big eyes were still clear, bright and charming. He sighed and said, "Maybe you just didn't mean it, but to me, it means more than saving my life."
Ah Yun was surprised and asked, "More important than saving my life?"
"Um."
Zhang Fei nodded. The reason why he was so persistent in appealing for Ayun was because he believed that it was his mother who gave him life in his previous life, and it was Ayun who gave him rebirth in this life.
This kind of relationship is hard to explain, he only knows that he must rescue Ayun.
Ah Yun shook his head and said, "I don't understand."
Zhang Fei smiled and said, "You just need to know that I will definitely rescue you."
Ah Yun shook his head and said, "How is this possible? I really want to commit a serious crime. You can't save me. You'd better leave quickly to avoid getting yourself involved again."
Zhang Fei smiled and said, "I am actually very curious as well. How did you, a weak woman, get the strength to drag a man like me to shore?"
Ah Yun thought about it seriously and shook his head: "I don't know either."
Zhang Fei said: "This power will also help me rescue you from here."
Ah Yun lowered his eyelids and said, "We are different. You are innocent, but I am indeed guilty."
Zhang Fei said: "But you have also received the punishment you deserved."
As he spoke, he looked up at the damp stone wall and added, "So don't worry, I will definitely save you, just like you saved me."
Having said this, he paused for a moment and said, "But I have a question to ask you."
Ah Yun asked: "What's the problem?"
Zhang Fei said: "As far as I know, your uncle has always wanted to get your family's land. This shouldn't be the first time they force you to get married, right?"
Ah Yun was stunned for a moment and said, "Why are you asking this?"
Zhang Fei said: "Don't worry about this for now. You must think clearly, have they ever wanted to marry you off before?"
Ah Yun thought about it and nodded, "A few times."