After Tong Sui simply washed up, he went inside. As the sky darkened, the snowy scenery took on a faint blue hue, and warm-colored candles were lit inside the hall. Rong Jin was reviewing memorials. Having been lazy all day, Tong Sui felt particularly guilty now, quietly sitting down beside…
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Chapter 137: A Turn of Events
Everything unfolded smoothly, just as Zhang Fang had anticipated. At this point, the second prince felt an immense pressure. Because a real coup was about to take place! Just when everyone thought tonight’s drama had come to an end, the deposed crown prince returned to the Eastern Palace, summoning all…
Chapter 138: The Weight of Power
The emperor learned that Zhang Fang had personally risked his life to save him, keeping his own life intact. Had someone else been in charge, the emperor might have sought a way to eliminate them afterward. However, because it was Zhang Fang, the emperor’s trust in him deepened. If his…
Chapter 136: A Reckoning of Sons
The Emperor was furious, rolling his eyes in irritation and ignoring the Second Prince, who appeared weak and struggled to sit up. He looked towards Zhang Fang. Zhang Fang, understanding the situation, stepped forward to assist the Emperor, helping him lean against the bedframe. With a steely gaze, the Emperor…
Chapter 132: The Emperor’s Dilemma
If this matter is not handled properly, it could even tarnish the emperor’s reputation! In the balance between protecting his image and abandoning the third prince, the emperor unhesitatingly chose the former. He called the third prince before him and coldly said, “Third, from today onwards, you will go to…
Chapter 133: The King’s Strategy
“Your Highness, long live the Emperor!” Zhang Fang respectfully bowed deeply to the emperor. The emperor adjusted his emotions and got up to help Zhang Fang rise. “Zhang Qing, you may stand.” Zhang Fang looked up in surprise, their eyes meeting. The emperor smiled and said, “Zhang Qing, I have…
Chapter 129: A Call to Conscience
The emperor learned of the news and twitched slightly at the corner of his eye, scolding softly, “This second prince truly knows nothing!” In the emperor’s mind, the second prince was as useless as a lump of mud. Even if he were given authority over the military department now, he…
Chapter 123: The Crisis at the East Palace
After the emperor summoned Zhang Fang, the Third Prince and the Crown Prince received news—Zhang Fang requested a thorough investigation of Xu Chang! “How dare he!” The Third Prince was furious, never expecting Zhang Fang to attack them today! He even suspected that Zhang Fang’s boldness implied he had secretly…
Chapter 121: A Matter of Principal
“Speak up,” the emperor commanded after setting Zhang Fang free. He asked why Zhang had accused Xu Chang. “I have participated in the provincial examinations five times and failed four. After befriending Xu Chang, I passed the fifth examination with ease. Subsequently, in the academy examination, I achieved the top…
Chapter 122: A Dangerous Game
After listening, the emperor nodded in satisfaction, fully relaxing his guard against Zhang Fang. It seemed Zhang Fang was indeed the virtuous gentleman as rumored! Although Zhang Fang had reported Xu Chang, he had dispelled the emperor’s suspicions. As long as Zhang Fang stayed away from the court and did…