Chapter 146: The Emperor Can Do Whatever He Wants—Hes Willful! (1 / 2)
The Minister of Works nearly choked on a mouthful of blood.
First, it was his daughter, and now his wife. Is there no escape? Why must it always be me? There are so many officials in court—why not pick on someone else?
The court officials, one and all, kept their eyes lowered, cautious and reserved, avoiding eye contact with Xu Yanmiao, lest he suddenly remember their existence.
The old emperor watched everything from his seat above, seeing it all clearly. He raised an eyebrow but refrained from commenting on the Minister of Works’ wife engaging in business.
Instead, he said, “A court full of scholars and officials, and not one of you dares to speak up to ease your monarch’s burdens?”
A group of officials in their fifties and sixties couldn’t even measure up to a mere child!
Though the child’s suggestion required refinement, it was at least practical!
Chastised, the officials immediately dropped to their knees in unison, exclaiming, “Your Majesty, we are fearful! We are guilty!”
The emperor clenched his fist, knocking it lightly on the armrest as he let out a cold snort. “Fearful? I see no trace of fear in you. You all seem rather bold.”