Why the emperor, claiming to hold the Mandate of Heaven, could not alter his decrees once issued, and no one, not even the emperor himself, was permitted to change course, was to uphold the emperor's...Chapter 531: Reaching an Agreement

Zhao Xuanji cleared himself of all involvement with a single sentence. He was certain the Qianzhuang project would ultimately fail and took preemptive measures to distance himself from it.

Li Chen let out a cold smile, not minding it at all.

As long as Zhao Xuanji approves this project, the less optimistic he is about the money house project, the better.

This effectively cuts off Zhao Xuanji's possibility of planting people here and trying to pick the fruits.

By the time everyone realized what kind of monster Li Chen had created, it was too late. It had already become the ultimate weapon for Li Chen to control the entire empire.

From the promotion of sweet potatoes to the establishment of money houses, these were all seen by court officials as evidence of the prince's lack of focus on his duties.

But only Li Chen himself knew that these two things were the most effective way for him to control the core power of the state outside of politics.

Sweet potatoes controlled the bowls of the common people, and money lenders controlled their purses.

A two-pronged approach, as long as these two things are successful, he Li Chen will be the emperor even if he doesn't ascend the throne, and this empire will be an uncrowned emperor.

Since the Grand Advisor has given his consent, then all other issues will naturally be resolved. This palace will find someone to raise it in court.

Li Chen's words caused Zhao Xuanji to raise an eyebrow slightly.

"Then, what about King Zhao's..."

"The cabinet needs only to submit one more petition."

They exchanged smiles, both having gotten what they wanted. They seemed to be on good terms now, a far cry from the animosity they had shown just the other day.

After returning from the East Palace, Zhao Xuanji returned home, and Li Yinhou was indeed still there.

Zhao Xuanji didn't dangle Li Yinhu's appetite. He directly told Li Yinhu about the agreement he had reached with the prince.

"After the next court session, you will be appointed to lead the operation to eradicate the White Lotus Sect in the Jingjing region."

Hearing this, Li Yinhu, who had been on tenterhooks for several days, let out a sigh of relief.

"What did the East Palace demand in exchange this time" Li Yinhu pressed.

Zhao Xuanji said in a neither enthusiastic nor dismissive tone, “It’s nothing important. Our young prince is known for his unconventional thinking and actions. Sometimes he comes up with brilliant ideas, but as the saying goes, ‘one who frequents the riverbank will inevitably get wet shoes.’ This time, I reckon our young prince won't reap any benefits.”

Li Yinhu heard that Zhao Xuanji didn't think highly of Li Chen's plan, so he paid even less attention to it.

He adjusted his wording and then asked, "Elder statesman, what should Xiao Wang do next"

Zhao Xuanji said calmly, "The White Lotus sect acts arrogantly without considering the consequences. You want this position because you want to intimidate them, making them afraid to retaliate recklessly against you. So after you take office, the first thing you need to do is achieve something."

"Let the Lotus Sect know that you're a force to be reckoned with, someone they shouldn't mess with. Crossing you will only bring about even more savage retribution."

This is different from assassinating the Crown Prince. When they assassinated him, they hoped to plunge the entire Qin Dynasty into chaos, benefiting themselves in the process. But assassinating you Aside from venting their anger and calming the unrest within the sect, they gain nothing.

Gazing deeply into Li Yinhu's eyes, Zhao Xuanji said: "Just as you did that day to get in touch with me, only by showing the other party your sufficient value and strength will they choose to cooperate with you or be more respectful and fearful of you."

Li Yinhu lowered his head slightly.

He knew he couldn't hide the fact that he killed the ninth prince from these old foxes, but he had never been so directly confronted before.uble or offend anyone. If I have offended you, sir, please forgive me."Zhao Tailai recognized this middle-aged man and knew he was a confidant of his father. He felt conflicted in an instant.Father re...