Episode 27
He arrested the great eunuch Yang Jinshui who was stationed abroad in Beijing with great fanfare. This action undoubtedly sent a clear message to the whole country: no matter who is involved, no matter how high their status, as long as there is corruption, they will be punished.Severe punishment.This was Emperor Jiajing's determination and his commitment to the country and people.
Yang Jinshui was taken into the palace and was humiliated and tortured by everyone.However, this did not make him surrender.Under the personal interrogation of Emperor Jiajing, he frantically confessed the persons involved in the case, including the Shangyi Supervisor, the Scarf and Hat Bureau, the Needlework Bureau, Lu Fang, Zheng Michang, He Maocai, and Yan Song and his son.This list was like a thunder, shocking the whole country.
Yan Song and his son, as the chief assistants of the cabinet, have always been a major worry for Emperor Jiajing.Their desire for power and greed had already attracted the attention of Emperor Jiajing.However, Yang Jinshui's confession undoubtedly provided Emperor Jiajing with an excellent opportunity. He could use this opportunity to break the power network of Yan Song and his son in one fell swoop.
Lu Fang's name also appeared on this list, which undoubtedly caused greater trouble to Emperor Jiajing.Lu Fang, as the palm eunuch, has always won the trust of Emperor Jiajing.His sudden involvement in the case deeply shocked and pained Emperor Jiajing.
After interrogating Yang Jinshui, Emperor Jiajing summoned Lu Fang.
