Chapter 930: Conflict

ere stopped at the gate, they had been trying to get in. Upon hearing this, he immediately chimed in and said: "Your Highness, we heard that the ninth prince died suddenly, so we rushed to the palace....Chapter 930: Conflict

With Xu Changqing's appearance, the atmosphere in Taihe Hall instantly became lively.

Officials from the cabinet continuously come out to attack Xu Changqing, while the East Palace is not a pushover either.

With Xu Changqing leading the way, officials from the Eastern Palace also stood up to begin refuting.

Although the Donggong side has fewer people, they are generally younger and hold lower official positions compared to the officials from the Inner Cabinet. Nevertheless, their combat effectiveness remains exceptionally strong.

You go back and forth, able to kill someone with your sharp tongue in just a few words.

Finally, even under Su Zhenting's hint, the military also intervened.

These rough and tumble men from the Three Grand Bureaus, who rarely had a chance to speak in court, suddenly found themselves eager to participate.

While verbal sparring between intellectuals can be sharp, it often gets bogged down in pedantry. In contrast, when the military joins the fray, they launch straight into "San Zi Jing" (Three Character Classic), a seemingly crude but relatable and refreshingly direct approach.

The Taihe Palace instantly descended into chaos.

Zhao Xuanji, who had always remained silent, glanced at Xu Changqing in the crowd and couldn't help but sigh inwardly.

Before today, he didn't consider Xu Changqing to be important. But today, he actually had the courage and ability to use himself as a shield, drawing fire away from Li Chen.

This move displays both wisdom and courage, which are both rare.

How could such people come out of our own cabinet

If everyone were like Xu Changqing, I wouldn't have to worry so much.

"Ahem."

A faint, aged cough, barely audible, yet like a pause button, instantly silenced the clamorous Taihe Hall.

The scene was very strange. The two sides had just been arguing, faces red and necks thick, almost ready to start a fight, but now everyone was silent.

Everyone turned toward the direction of the cough.

The Grand Councilor, the chief minister of the current dynasty, Zhao Xuanji.

Finally, it's time for King vs. King.

In the silence, Zhao Xuanji spoke.

His first words were a reprimand.

"You are all officials of the court. To stand here in the Taihe Hall, you must be trusted advisors. Yet, you behave like common ruffians, making such a racket and causing such a commotion. What decorum is there in this"

"Where did your manners and civility go"

All the officials and ministers were so frightened that none of them dared to speak.

After finishing his statement, Zhao Xuanji turned to Li Chen and said: "Your Highness, the squabble among the officials is all due to the conflict between King Zhao and Your Highness. Governing a nation is no child's play. It is impossible to simply believe one side of King Zhao's words, nor can we disregard it because of Your Highness's noble status. This matter still needs a set of rules and procedures."

"The elder statesman makes a valid point."

Li Chen said faintly, "In your opinion, how should this charter be handled"

Zhao Xuanji slightly bowed and said, "Please, Your Highness, stay at the East Palace to recuperate. As for the affairs of the court, let King Zhao take charge. Let him see if national affairs are so easily handled, and let the world see if this country can be supported only by your actions."

Zhao Xuanji's words, stripped of all pretense and artifice, laid bare his true intentions.

He demands the East Palace relinquish power and abdicate!

Retreating may not be possible, but delegation is a necessity.

The Taihe Palace was eerily silent.

Only the sound of people's breathing was palpable.

On the imperial platform, beside the dragon throne, Li Chen looked at Zhao Xuanji, his eyes sharp as swords.

Zhao Xuanji looked up and met Li Chen's gaze calmly.

At this moment, he seems to be a truly loyal minister who is devoted to the court and willing to give everything.ic Affairs, not to mention a humble minister like myself, even Your Highness would face considerable criticism. After all, it involves a great deal."After hearing Zhao Heshan's words, Li Chen leaned b...