My British Empire

  Chapter 228 Circuit Court

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  Facing the surprised expressions of several people, Edward was calm in his heart, and his face was calm and indifferent.

  In the Middle Ages, as the only item to communicate with God, this created a different aura for it.

   And more importantly, its cost.

  The construction of each Bible requires hundreds of pieces of parchment, and in addition to the transcription that cannot make a single word, it has laid the foundation for its considerable value.

  In aristocratic families with background, they will buy a Bible to enlighten their families.

   More importantly, donating a gorgeous Bible to churches and priests is also a good way to communicate, and it is also aboveboard and impeccable.

   "This—" Faris slowly reached out to the exquisite Bible in front of him with both hands, but stopped when he was less than an inch away, and turned to the young king with a trace of exploration in his eyes.

  Seeing this, Edward nodded lightly with a faint smile.

   Soon, Faris picked up the exquisite Bible on the tray and put his eyes close.

On the cover, the Virgin Mary casts her beautiful eyes on the young Son **** who is playing with butterflies. His eyes are full of love and tenderness. The setting sun that falls in the curtain casts golden light in all directions, shining on the face of the Virgin, setting off the Out of infinite maternal love.

   Soon, the five gently put down the Bible in their hands, as if it was a rare treasure, and their eyes were full of reluctance.

   "Okay, this is your reward, go down!" Edward waved his hand and said to the five people who were full of nostalgia.

  The five saluted with thanks, and quickly left with the Bible in their hands.

   "Emma, ​​inform Sir Adonis of the Circuit Court that I will see him at three o'clock in the afternoon!"

  After the others left, Edward gave instructions to Emma, ​​the girl secretary who was also guarding the door.

   After so many days of observation by Emma, ​​His Majesty the King's tone today is calm, but there is a special meaning in the peace.

  No matter so much, Emma was puzzled, walked out of the room with two pairs of long and slender healthy legs, and ordered other little secretaries to notify.

  As a personal secretary, Emma is naturally the secretary-general, so such a trivial matter can't bother her.

  Edward thought for a while by himself, and suddenly, he stood up abruptly, the most important thing was to eat.

  Sitting on the chair, Edward slowly enjoyed the caviar in front of him, and from time to time dipped it with green vegetables before eating, or ate a well-cooked veal steak, and his mood became more and more comfortable.

   At this time, contrary to Edward's mood, Sir Angus Adonis, the chief judge of the circuit court, was in a bad mood at this time.

  European courts are basically walls that allow the wind to pass through. As long as you have money, you can get news.

   And so did the English court.

  After Edward ascended the throne, although severe punishment measures were implemented, this atmosphere could not be completely changed.

   After all, like other courts, most of the court positions in England are held by noble ladies, and it is difficult not to disclose them.

  So, before he was summoned, President Angus had already learned that after the king received the ministers of the Privy Council in the morning, he immediately summoned him.

   In this case, nine times out of ten it is bad news.

  Led by the maid, Angus walked step by step, but his mind kept churning, thinking about how to answer.

   Angus didn't have much impression of the young king. In the past two years, he was interviewed once a year to report on his work. The king sometimes raised doubts about those who were interested.

   Others have nothing to do with him, and they can't impress the king.

  The circuit court is actually a measure that England borrowed from the Frankish Kingdom.

  Britain divides the country into 6 judicial districts, and set up 6 teams composed of 3 judges, requiring them to go to each judicial district for trial every year, which is also the origin of the word "circuit".

  The tour is divided into two ways: the king's personal tour and the judge's tour on behalf of the judge.

  The circuit court can not only arraign civil lawsuits, but also arraign criminal cases, and even replace the king to review local officials and folk customs.

  Of course, as the chief judge, Angus does not need to conduct tours across the country, but needs to summarize all the cases and records of the circuit court, and then report to the king.

   That is to say, he does not have many rights, and acts as a bridge to communicate the relationship between the judge and the king.

  However, at ordinary times, he also carries the entrustment of the king, responsible for monitoring and reviewing circuit judges in various places.

   After a while, Angus was taken to the king's study. Even though the curtains were drawn, the light was obviously dim, and the atmosphere in the room was gloomy and depressing.

   "Your Majesty!" Angus immediately saw the thin king, bowed his head, and said respectfully.

   "Sir Adonis, don't be nervous, I just have a question for you!"

  Edward saw Angus, who was stiff and stooped, with a calm face and said in a friendly tone.

   "Yes, Your Majesty!" Angus' shoulders trembled, and then he relaxed again, forcing out a smile all over his face to face the king's answer.

   "Okay, let's talk about it!" Seeing this appearance, Edward stopped talking and asked questions directly.

   "Tell me what important cases were heard in the circuit court last year, or what major discoveries were made!"

   "Let's report it a month in advance! It won't trouble you, will it?"

  Edward sat on a chair covered with blankets, and said with a normal expression.

   "It's my honor! Your Majesty!" Angus said with a stern expression, touching his chest with his right hand and bending over.

   Subsequently, Angus selected a few characteristic and interesting cases for illustration.

  His eloquence is very good. He talked about interesting cases as if he had personally experienced them, attracting attention, even bloody, just like listening to storytelling, which made Edward recall the programs on TV in his previous life.

   Talked for nearly half an hour, even if it was about some cases, Edward didn't talk about what he cared about, but he didn't stop it. This kind of immediate sense of watching the show is very rare.

   "Okay, my sir!" Edward took a breath, shook his head, and stopped him.

   "Could it be that all the local officials didn't make mistakes?"

   As he spoke, Edward's tone was solemn, even gloomy. When Angus heard this sentence, a chill rushed to his brain, and he felt a little bad all over.

   "Your Majesty, I'm just summarizing this matter! I don't know the specifics!"

  Although Angus was a little flustered in his heart, on the surface he looked innocent and ignorant, and he shied away without hesitation.

   It is true to say that, after all, he is not the specific person in charge, and he has been staying in London, so it is understandable to be deceived.

  (end of this chapter)