Chapter 256: Seizure of Power

Chapter 1018: Su Jinpa's Assassination AttemptChapter 256: Seize Power

The Three Jewels respectfully took the list and tucked it close to their chest.

He pushed open the door to the room and looked out at the heavy snowfall. His shoulders still ached faintly, and he murmured, "Sanbao, look at this sky, isn't it different"

Upon hearing this, San Bao looked up at him with a glance and then replied respectfully: "My servant only knows that, today, the heavens still belong to the Qin Dynasty, they belong to your Lordship."

"This statement is tantamount to treason."

Li Chen said faintly, "This prince is only a prince, not the emperor."

Three Treasures whispered softly, "Your Highness is the hope of all. There will be no accidents."

The sky was overcast, and the wind howled with snow.

Outside the General's mansion, servants were frantically sweeping away snow and blood. The red and white mingled with black mud, creating a horrifying sight.

The body had already been taken away and disposed of, yet traces of the gruesome scene remained.

Li Chen was wrapped in a large cloak, escorted by Chen Tong and Sanzhao along with a hundred elite guards from the Imperial Guard, leaving the General's Mansion and heading back to the Eastern Palace.

On this side, Li Chen was just about to get into the palanquin, when a group of people arrived at the end of the street.

A line of people escorted a soft sedan, seeming slow but actually fast. In just a short while, they arrived before Li Chen.

The sedan chair creaked forward. A wrinkled hand emerged from the curtain first, followed by Zhao Xuanji stepping out.

Li Chen stood on the steps, smiling at Zhao Xuanji, waiting for him to speak.

Zhao Xuanji came to the steps, bowed and said: "I heard that Your Highness left the palace and encountered some unexpected events. The old minister hurried here. Seeing that Your Highness is safe and sound, my heart is finally at ease."

"The chief minister is thoughtful."

Li Chen said: "It's not a big deal, just some officers who had their brains frozen by the cold calling for 'clearing the way for the virtuous' and came to my palace ranting. They have all been dealt with now."

Upon hearing this, Zhao Xuanji's expression darkened slightly. He said: "Under the vast expanse of heaven and earth, there are such bold and arrogant villains! I implore your Highness to immediately issue an order to punish the main culprit with Lingchi execution and exterminate his entire clan for nine generations, thus deterring those who would act against the law!"

Li Chen said calmly, "What the chief minister said is very true. However, it is also necessary to consider that the military funds issued by the court this year are indeed insufficient. Besides, there are many corrupt and unjust officers who embezzle military pay in various places. It is understandable that some soldiers would make impulsive actions due to their lack of understanding."

"This palace has already punished Wei Dangxian, the chief minister, by whipping him thirty times and fining him for a year. He is now back to reflect on his actions."

As soon as these words left his mouth, Zhao Xuanji's snow-white eyebrows twitched. He said, "Your Highness is kind."

Li Chen took the next step onto the platform, standing shoulder to shoulder with Zhao Xuanji. One on the left, one on the right, but Li Chen faced the street with his back to the General's Mansion, while Zhao Xuanji did the opposite, facing the General's Mansion with his back to the street.

Zhao Xuanji didn't react.

He gave the palace a grand gift before he left.

Li Chen patted Zhao Xuan machine's shoulder and said softly, "A gift that greatly surprised this palace."

"Does the prime minister want to know what it is"

Zhao Xuanji's body stiffened, and he said in a low voice, "Such an important matter, it is best if Your Highness knows it yourself. This old minister will not ask any further."

"Haha."

Li Chen's face was smiling, but his eyes flashed with a fierce light. He stared at Zhao Xuanji's neck, as if considering how to thrust his sword in.

"The mutiny at Nanda Camp, although the soldiers' grievances are understandable, clearly shows that some mid-level and high-ranking officers have become corrupt. Therefore, this palace intends to reorganize the Imperial Guard. Prime Minister, what do you think"thoughts. He continued, "Reliance on Li Yinhu alone is insufficient for a rebellion. Many ministers in court are in league with him. In recent days, the Dongchang has been arresting these individuals....