Chapter 563: Time to Show Your Abilities

's attitude towards him, he knew the other party was aware of his identity."The chief minister truly has deep filial piety." Li Chen said lightly.The middle-aged man didn't dare respond. He just bowed...Chapter 563: It's Time for Everyone to Show Their Abilities

Ancient people placed great importance on reputation and integrity.

Why were so many officials willing to risk their lives by offending the emperor, knowing full well that they would likely be executed for it What made them so attached to this practice of "death remonstrance"

Because for these officials, having their reputation as loyal ministers recorded in history was more important than their own lives.

And Li Chen's words were not really meant to have the Jinyiwei slander Wang Tenghuan. As a core member of the cabinet, Zhao Xuanji spent so much effort to pull Wang Tenghuan back into the cabinet, which proved that it was not easy to move Wang Tenghuan.

Li Chen said this to disgust Wang Tenghuan.

He must also make it clear to everyone that he loathes Wang Tenghuan to the extreme. Anyone who gets close to Wang Tenghuan is going against the East Palace.

Just look at Wang Tenghuan's face, which had become ashen with displeasure, and the strange expressions of the other ministers. It was clear that Li Chen had achieved his objective.

Regardless of what people were thinking, the matter was over.

Li Chen stood back to the dragon throne and then softly spoke, "Your Majesty's condition is known to all of you ministers. Before, this palace had discussed with officials from the Astronomical Observatory and others, and we believe that holding a joyous event would be beneficial. Firstly, it could bring good fortune to Your Majesty, and secondly, as the position of Crown Princess has been vacant for far too long, it is detrimental to the stability of the country. Therefore, this palace intends to request Empress Dowager to send a marriage proposal to General Su's residence, choosing a suitable date to marry Miss Su Jinpa, daughter of General Su Zhen, as the Crown Princess."

This matter has been known to everyone for a long time. Li Chen just formally brought it up now, and no one said much about it.

Li Chen's next sentence made everyone tense up.

"Marrying the crown princess is a major event, it concerns the country's fate, so we must choose the date carefully and not rush into it. Everything should be done according to ancestral rules."

"Of course, for such a joyous occasion, this palace is eager to celebrate with all of you esteemed officials. Moreover, considering the widespread happiness of this auspicious event, it's only fitting to rejoice together. Therefore, I welcome all of you esteemed officials to send your monetary gifts and celebratory offerings to the East Palace in advance. The East Palace will diligently record each and every one of your kind gestures."

All the ministers in the Taihe Palace were dumbfounded.

Especially Dantang Jingzhi, who was attending the morning assembly for the first time.

He simply couldn't imagine it, the heir apparent of the mighty Qin Empire, holding the reins of state. To put it bluntly, with the current emperor in a coma, who knew if he wouldn't pass away at any moment

Then, when the Crown Prince removes the "Prince" title, he will become the new ruler, ascending to the throne and proclaiming himself Emperor!

Here is the translation of the provided text:>This is how an heir to an empire acts, actually having the audacity to ask for money as a gift Let me know if you need anything else translated!

Let alone Dantai Jing, even someone as cunning as Zhao Xuanji couldn't react in time.

He stared in astonishment and suspicion at Li Chen on the imperial platform, utterly bewildered by how far his opponent had stooped.

Facing the strange and bewildered expressions of the ministers, Li Chen not only felt no shame, but also worried about encountering some foolish ones who couldn't understand.

So he added another sentence.

"All of you usually boast about your loyalty to the court and willingness to die for the royal family. This time is my great joy, as I am marrying Su General's prized jewel, who will be honored as the Crown Princess. Now is the time to show your true devotion."

"In three days, the Zongren Mansion will send someone to General's Mansion to deliver the marriage proposal, and the East Palace will formally begin registering the betrothal gifts. This palace will personally oversee this matter every day."riority. And you," "you", "will be this Palace's designated imperial merchant."As soon as Li Chen spoke, Liu Sichun hadn't even had a chance to reply before Liu San Shu almost jumped out of his skin....