Chapter 234: Up to You
The Champion Marquis refused to meet with the Weary Marquis at such a sensitive time. Han Ruzi had anticipated this but was still surprised – even with disaster looming, the Champion Marquis remained so stubborn.
Yang Feng immediately adjusted his tactics and contacted Left Chief Censor Xiao Sheng and Right Chief Censor Shen Mingzhi in the late night.
The Champion Marquis often made poor decisions, so he needed someone clear-headed to persuade him. Chancellor Yin Wuhai would have been the best choice, but that old fox had sensed danger and secluded himself, refusing all visitors. Yang Feng settled for the next best option by choosing the two Chief Censors to convey the message.
Xiao Sheng and Shen Mingzhi were already fully embroiled in the succession dispute with no way to retreat. Even though they sensed danger ahead, they had no choice but to press forward.
These two were also rivals, both eyeing the Chancellor position, but they reacted much faster than the Champion Marquis. With Yang Feng mediating, they immediately decided to set aside their differences – at least temporarily – and jointly persuade the Champion Marquis.
Before dawn, the Champion Marquis finally agreed to meet the Weary Marquis at a small courtyard in the Chai residence.
When Han Ruzi arrived at the Chai residence at daybreak, Yang Feng personally inspected the courtyard before declaring it safe. He remained outside with over ten attendants while Han Ruzi entered alone.
The private meeting was the Champion Marquis’s requirement. As the situation worsened, his hatred for Yang Feng became increasingly apparent, and he didn’t want the eunuch present.
The Champion Marquis was already seated in the main position without any lights lit. When the Weary Marquis entered, he didn’t even greet him and coldly said, “Yang Feng must be very pleased. He once warned me that I must keep control of the Northern Army and be wary of changes in the palace.”