Chapter 215: Unfinished Business in the Pugilist World
Inside the Hall of Diligent Administration, there were only six ministers: Chancellor Yin Wuhai, Left Chief Censor Xiao Sheng, Right Chief Censor Shen Mingzhi, Minister of Personnel Feng Ju, Minister of Rites Yuan Jiuding, and Minister of War Jiang Juying. Han Ruzi had met them all before. There was also a eunuch with an unfamiliar face who appeared to be the newly appointed Director of Palace Attendants based on his attire.
Attendants were not allowed to enter the hall. Han Ruzi and Prince Donghai personally carried their official seals for the six ministers to inspect.
The entire process was very brief, almost perfunctory. The ministers didn’t even come close to examine the seals, only glancing at them from afar. Yin Wuhai simply asked, “No problems?” and the others nodded in unison.
Xiao Sheng’s expression was slightly stern, but he remained silent. Standing in the Hall of Diligent Administration, he maintained the dignity of a senior minister, keeping his thoughts carefully concealed.
The eunuch escorted the two visitors out of the hall. Standing at the bottom of the steps, Prince Donghai asked puzzledly, “That’s it?”
“This is just the beginning.”
The four contenders still had half a year to gain the ministers’ support.
“I mean, was checking the seals supposed to be this simple? Why even include this step? It seems pointless,” Prince Donghai remained confused.
The two parted ways outside the palace gates. Prince Donghai mounted his horse and said, “Don’t go out this afternoon, I’ll come find you.”