As the Emperor, Lin Mubai could maintain his composure in front of the King of the Southern Region and Yan Xiu. However, he could not bear to see this' prince 'embarrass himself in front of all the officials.
"Your Majesty, please calm down!"
"Your Majesty, please take care of yourself!"
All of the officials fell to their knees when they saw this scene.
The surrounding citizens were also panicking. Even though they lived in Flame Capital City, it was rare for them to witness the wrath of the heavens.
"Father!" At this moment, a crisp voice rang out. Following which, a figure dressed in a gold-threaded red dress floated in front of Emperor Lin Mubai.
Emperor Lin Mubai, who was initially enraged, looked at the figure floating in front of him. The anger on his face instantly dissipated. In an instant, he regained his composure.
"Ping Yang, do you have something to say?" Lin Mubai caressed Ping Yang's hair lovingly.
"Yes, I want to reprimand you, father!" Ping Yang pouted and put her hands on her waist. She puffed out her chest, which was gradually developing.
"Oh? How is my princess going to reprimand me? " When Emperor Lin Mubai heard this, his lips subconsciously curled into a smile. Looking at Ping Yang's expression, he was obviously much happier.
"Father, you are not a wise ruler!" Ping Yang said directly.
"Nonsense! How am I not a wise ruler? "Lin Mubai's expression darkened.
All of the officials and citizens broke out in cold sweat when they heard this. Scolding Lin Mubai for not being a wise ruler? Ping Yang was probably the only person who dared to say such a thing.
"Hmph, I don't think so. As a wise ruler, it is not enough to just be a wise ruler." Ping Yang pouted and continued.
"Then what else do I need?" When Emperor Lin Mubai heard this, the smile on his face grew wider. After all, Ping Yang's words were complimenting him for his great talent and strategy.
"Mirror!" Ping Yang said.
"Mirror Reflection?" Emperor Lin Mubai was confused.
"That's right. Ancient records have long recorded that Emperor Taizong used his great talent and bold vision to create the Zhenguan Golden Age. Wei Zheng was an indispensable and important person. Imperial Father, think about it. If it weren't for Emperor Taizong's wisdom and magnanimity, how would Wei Zheng be able to be so loyal and direct?" Ping Yang said with an arrogant face.
"Go on." Emperor Lin Mubai was slightly taken aback as he looked at Ping Yang in disbelief. However, he quickly nodded his head.
"Throughout Wei Zheng's life, there are more than two hundred pieces of remonstrance that can be examined in the historical records. The content involved politics, economics, culture, foreign relations, and even Emperor Taizong's private life. It could be said that he said everything he knew without holding back. Sometimes, he even embarrassed Emperor Taizong!"
Ping Yang paused for a moment before continuing.
"But? He helped Emperor Taizong come up with the policy of 'Stop fighting and cultivate culture, China will be at peace, and the four barbarians will submit to him'. He also explained to Emperor Taizong the principles of 'The people can carry a boat, but they can also capsize it', and 'Listen to both sides and you will be enlightened, but if you believe in one side, you will be in the dark'. Even though Emperor Taizong is a great talent, you lack a mirror like Wei Zheng! "
Ping Yang looked expectantly at Emperor Lin Mubai after she finished her sentence.
Mirror reflection?
Emperor Lin Mubai pondered for a moment. Then, his eyes lit up. The gloominess in his eyes dissipated as he looked at Ping Yang lovingly.
"Good, my princess has really grown up!" Even though Emperor Lin Mubai didn't say it out loud, his words seemed to lighten up the atmosphere.
When the officials heard this, they heaved a sigh of relief. They looked at each other. They really didn't expect the little tyrant of Flame Capital City to be able to say something so reasonable and convincing.
"I didn't expect the princess to be so knowledgeable about national affairs."
"Of course, how can a royal family not be involved in national affairs?"
"That's true, but … she is Ping Yang!"
All of the officials discussed softly.
Chi Hou also looked at Ping Yang. There was a hint of surprise in his eyes because he knew very well that after Ping Yang's simple words, there might really be a turn for the better.
"Your Highness, you have grown a lot over the past year!" Chi Hou sighed softly as he looked at Xing Yuanguo. He seemed to understand why Xing Yuanguo stopped him just now.
At that moment, another youth walked out from behind Emperor Lin Mubai. His brows were as sharp as swords, and his eyes were as bright as the stars.
"Father, the King of the Southern Region is right. I also feel that there is more to this case than meets the eye. Even though it was not handled properly today, it is still a wise decision to seek justice for the Southern Region and the citizens!" King Duan finally spoke as he knelt on the ground.
The fact that things had developed to this point had already exceeded his expectations. He had never imagined that things would develop to this extent.
After all, everyone knew Emperor Lin Mubai's attitude.
There was an ancient saying that the Emperor would be punished the same way as the commoners if he committed a crime. However, which Emperor would be brought to the Ministry of Law for questioning for no reason?
It was the same logic …
The Crown Prince was the Crown Prince. He was the heir to the throne of the Great Xia Dynasty. Even if he committed a crime, how could he be brought to trial in front of the citizens?
King Duan Lin Xinjue was born into a royal family. He naturally understood this logic better than anyone else. This was King Duan Lin Xinjue's opinion, as well as the other officials'.
But now, things were different.
After being pressured by Fang Zhengzhi, Yan Xiu, and Shan Yu, coupled with Ninth Prince Lin Yun and Ping Yang's guidance, the situation had changed.
Even though it was still hard to believe …
However, how could Lin Xinjue let go of such a good opportunity?
"I also feel that there is something suspicious about this case. Your Majesty, please investigate further!" Chi Hou's voice rang out right after Lin Xinjue. At the same time, he quickly stepped forward.
He had no intention of letting this opportunity go.
Amongst the crowd, Wen Dabao looked at the kneeling King Duan and Chi Hou from the Divine Constabulary, his eyes shining brightly.
"There's a chance, there's really a chance!" Wen Dabao was overjoyed.
Crown Prince Lin Tianrong's face was extremely gloomy at this moment. His pair of feminine eyes shone with an incomparably cold light.
His gaze swept across the civil and military officials who were still standing in the same spot, his expression cold and stern.
When the officials saw Lin Tianrong's gaze, they looked at each other hesitantly. In the end, a few of them stood up for Lin Tianrong.
"Your Majesty, this case is only based on one side of the story. Many things have yet to be verified. If we overturn the case now, we will be laughed at. Why don't we …"
"Yes, Your Majesty, this case is of great importance. We need to think about it carefully!"
"Your Majesty, the Southern Region case has been going on for a year. There is insufficient evidence. In my opinion, why don't we send someone to investigate before making a decision!"
A few of the officials fell to their knees as they spoke.
"Indecisiveness will only lead to chaos. Although you are officials of the court, you are so indecisive. How can you achieve anything with such actions?" Chi Hou looked at the officials kneeling on the ground and his tone was equally cold.
Under the current circumstances …
The Minister of Revenue, Yue Hu, had been taken away. The Minister of Rites, Minister of Personnel, and Minister of Works were still unconscious. How could a few rank three and four officials withstand the might of the Divine Constabulary?
The moment he said that, the courtiers immediately trembled and prostrated themselves on the ground.
The rest of the officials lowered their heads when they saw this scene. Shan Yu's roasted lamb had poisoned a large number of officials.
Most of them …
These courtiers were basically second-rank or even first-rank officials.
It could be said that eighty percent of Lin Tianrong's influence in the Imperial Court had fallen, and those who remained were the last to be promoted were the third-rank, fourth-rank, and fourth-rank officials.
There were even very few of them who were of Rank-3.
What was Chi Hou's status?
He was a rank one military Marquis. How could a subordinate rank three or four court officials dare to argue with him? After being reprimanded, they all fell silent.
Crown Prince Lin Tianrong's face darkened when he saw this.
However, he was now involved in the case, so he really couldn't speak on his own. Moreover, he was seriously injured, so it was extremely difficult for him to speak.
But …
He was indignant.
He really couldn't accept it. Today's matter was something he had never thought of and was completely unprepared for. It was too sudden, so sudden that he still couldn't believe it was a fact.
Of all the civil and military officials in the imperial court, more than eighty percent of the courtiers had already determined their allegiance.
How could he lose under such circumstances?
If he had not seen it with his own eyes, Crown Prince Lin Tianrong would not have believed that he would be forced to such a state despite having such an advantage.
One had to know that in the Imperial Court, even Emperor Lin Mubai would be extremely polite to him, as long as it did not hurt his foundation.
But today?
How did this happen?
Crown Prince Lin Tianrong was furious. He wanted to charge forward. However, he could not. He was the Crown Prince. He could not help himself.
As such, he could only grit his teeth and endure.
Emperor Lin Mubai turned to look at Crown Prince Lin Tianrong. Then, he swept his gaze across the shocked and incredulous crowd.
Finally, his gaze fell on the civil and military officials.
"Wen Chuan." Emperor Lin Mubai finally spoke.
"Here!" A figure walked out from the crowd and knelt on the ground. It was the newly appointed Minister of Law, Wen Chuan. He was also Wen Dabao's father.
"You are the Minister of Law. Do you think there is anything suspicious about this case?" Emperor Lin Mubai glanced at Wen Chuan, then gestured in the direction of Crown Prince Lin Tianrong.
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