Chapter 324
Chapter 324 The IOU
A tiger-like glint flashed in the Emperor's eyes as he glanced at Su Mubai and then Lin San, a faint smile lingering on his lips, his thoughts unfathomable.
Su Mubai, who studied the books of saints and sages, had nothing but contempt for Lin Wanrong's peculiar theories. "Our Great Hua is a country of courtesy and rites, how could we possibly adopt the profit-seeking ways of foreigners?" He was about to retort again when the Emperor waved his hand, "Enough of your debates. Let's put this matter to rest. Minister Xu, you draft an imperial edict to be sent to the King of Dongying, instructing him to strictly manage his subjects and princes. Should they dare to insult my Great Hua subjects again, I will hold him accountable."
"Your humble servant obeys your command," Xu Wei quickly bowed and responded.
"Lin San, your disregard for order in this Golden Hall, assaulting others, is a grievous offense. However, considering this is your first time attending the court and you're unfamiliar with the rules, I will forgive you once. I will take back your reward, the imperial garden will be returned to the court, and your merits in Shandong will be erased. Are you satisfied?" the Emperor said with a stern face.
"Satisfied, satisfied," Lin Wanrong chuckled. He thought, this old Emperor, although mediocre in ruling, wasn't a fool. How could he indulge in elixir affairs and let the Great Hua descend into chaos?
The Emperor's verdict seemed fair on the surface, but in reality, Lin San had suffered no loss, despite Prince Tsugumi Takeshita being beaten. This time, the Emperor had clearly favored Lin San. Su Mubai's face flickered, feeling increasingly gloomy as the Emperor's gaze lingered more and more on Lin San.
After settling the matter of Prince Tsugumi Takeshita, the Emperor was evidently in high spirits. He looked at the Goryeo envoy and asked, "So, you are Yi Seung-Jae, the eldest son of the King of Goryeo?"
The Goryeo prince nodded and bowed, "Indeed, I am Yi Seung-Jae. I am here on my father's orders to visit the Emperor of Great Hua and to personally present ten pieces of thousand-year-old ginseng. I wish the Emperor of Great Hua eternal youth and a long, boundless life."