Chapter 89: UnbridledChapter 926: Morning Court
As if hearing those words, the comatose Emperor Taixing seemed to stir.
His fingers trembled slightly, the movement so subtle that you wouldn't notice it unless you were looking closely.
Standing straight, Li Chen cast a deep glance at the Da-xing Emperor before turning and leaving the Qianyuan Palace.
The next day, the morning began as usual.
Li Chen stood on the imperial platform, standing beside the dragon throne, looking down at the civil and military officials below, and said calmly: "Your Majesty's officials, if you have something to say, please speak up. If not, retire from court."
Something is definitely going on.
Li Chen's gaze fell subtly on Li Yinhu below, knowing that Zhao Xuanji's first official offensive was likely about to begin.
Before the Emperor's early morning court session, unless Li Chen issued an order, Li Yinhu would not come.
But today, he didn't call for Li Yinhǔ, yet Li Yinhǔ came.
At this sensitive juncture, any unusual flutter or stir is worthy of Li Chen's vigilance.
As expected, after Li Chen's words fell, Li Yinhu stepped forward and said aloud: "Your Highness, this subject has something to report."
It began.
The one who takes the lead is still Li Yinhui himself.
Li Chen narrowed his eyes slightly, glanced at the silent court, and then Zhao Xuanji's side, before saying: "If Prince Zhao has something to say, please do so."
Li Yinhu swallowed nervously, pushing down the anxiety churning in his gut.
Although all the procedures had been discussed yesterday, Li Yinhu felt a bit nervous when the time came.
After all, a person's name and a tree's shadow, today's Crown Prince is no longer the foolish Eastern Palace Prince whom everyone in the court looked down upon.
but instead, he stained the lives of dozens of civil and military officials with his own hands. He was renowned throughout the Great Qin Empire as a prince who wielded iron blood and cruelty.
Facing such a prince, Li Yinhou couldn't say he wasn't nervous.
The arrow is already on the string; it has to be launched, no matter what.
After calming down a bit, Li Yinhu spoke: "When His Majesty was in good health, he taught all his sons that every stitch, every thread, and every meal comes at a great cost. As royal children, we should be the first to contribute and set an example for the world."
“The emperor himself emphasized this point, saying that the Han Dynasty’s territory came from battles fought on horseback, hard-won victories. However, for over three hundred years, governing the empire required each generation of the Li royal family to lead by example as brave soldiers and model virtuous behavior. Especially among the royal children, it is essential to understand the hardships of the people and share their sorrows, and to rejoice in the happiness of the people and share their joys.”
All heirs apparent should be diligent and frugal, courteous and humble, avoiding extravagance and luxury, lest they corrupt the imperial system and discipline.
Li Yinhu's words were extremely powerful.
Before getting to the point, it has already elevated the intention to the royal lineage's qualities and the core concept of the Li family ruling the world.
It's like singing a song, the prelude just starts, and the key is already raised to high G. How intense the main part will be, you can imagine.
Li Chen listened quietly, then said calmly, “What is King Zhao trying to say”
Many things, before they are started, will make you feel apprehensive and uneasy. But once you begin, a natural sense of "breaking the jar and breaking it all" will emerge.
This is how Li Yinhǔ is now.
The more he spoke, the more natural he sounded, and the more justified his words seemed.
Hearing Li Chen's indifferent question, he directly raised his head and looked at Li Chen, saying: "Your Highness has bad conduct and corrupts the government. My younger brother, touched by the teachings of our father, dare not sit idly by or allow Your Highness to make more mistakes. Please write a letter of self-criticism, and make it known to the world!" but there's also a sense of aloofness and superiority, like that of an emperor looking down on the common folk.Have a look.Li Chen passed the request to Su Jinpa and said.Su Jinpa took it and opened...