Chapter 109 - 93: Father! I Have a Plan to Eliminate Prince Qi!

Chapter 109: Chapter 93: Father! I Have a Plan to Eliminate Prince Qi!

Zeng Anmin smiled lightly. He pulled his chair closer to Bai Ziqing, their faces almost touching.

Wearing a mysterious expression, he whispered into Bai Ziqing’s ear, "Do you want a promotion?"

Hmm?

Bai Ziqing blinked, not understanding what Zeng Anmin meant. He stared at Zeng Anmin for a long moment before frowning.

"There is no vacancy for a Commander in the Imperial City Department."

"Just tell me if you want it or not." Zeng Anmin’s expression turned serious. He tossed aside what he was holding and said sternly, "If you are willing to cooperate with me, a Commander position can be freed up for you in the Imperial City Department by tomorrow.

"Think about it. A Commander! A Fourth Grade official!"

GASP.

Looking at Zeng Anmin’s solemn expression, Bai Ziqing’s eyes suddenly lit up. He had never doubted Zeng Anmin’s abilities. Back in Liangjiang Commandery, when they solved the case of the missing Dragon Inspection Map, he had already witnessed Zeng Anmin’s true capability.

"Really?"

"Would I bother lying to you?" Zeng Anmin shot him a glance.

"What do I need to do?" Bai Ziqing’s voice dropped to a whisper.

"It’s simple. You just need to say one sentence!"

Zeng Anmin felt amused as he looked at Bai Ziqing’s expectant gaze. He realized that this edgy youth didn’t just like to show off; he was also obsessed with climbing the official ranks! He slowly began to speak, "..."

After coming out of the Imperial City Department, a faint smile appeared on Zeng Anmin’s face. He looked toward his horse, humming a little tune.

"I am always too soft-hearted, too soft-hearted..."

He vaulted onto the horse in one smooth motion.

"HYAH!!!"

Zeng Anmin spurred his horse forward. Since he had already taken the afternoon off, he had nothing else to do. He wondered if he should go study music. He stroked his chin, pondering for a moment.

February 19th, in the thirteenth year of Emperor Jianhong’s reign.

Imperial College Doctor Qin Shoucheng submitted a memorial listing nineteen crimes committed by King Jiang. These included perverting the law for bribes, colluding with the Demon Race alongside the Profound Array Department’s outcast Qi Xianlin, slaughtering the innocent, and abusing his power for personal gain. He also detailed all of King Jiang’s recorded bribery activities during his time in Liangjiang Commandery, along with the corresponding evidence.

After the memorial reached Emperor Jianhong’s desk, a grand drama officially began!

In the Imperial Palace. Inside the Jinluan Hall.

Emperor Jianhong sat expressionless on the dragon throne. Today was the second day since Qin Shoucheng had submitted King Jiang’s crimes. Right in front of him, Qin Shoucheng stood ahead of the assembled officials. His face blank, he held a Ruler in his hands and loudly read out King Jiang’s crimes one by one. Every time he announced a crime, he presented the corresponding evidence.

The officials all wore solemn expressions. Obviously, although King Jiang was dead, the crimes he committed had not yet been made public. Today, Qin Shoucheng had stepped forward to solidify these charges. The only thing he didn’t mention was treason.

The fact that his memorial could be read out in the main hall naturally meant it had Emperor Jianhong’s tacit approval. But as for who had crossed out the word "treason" on the document... Chief Cabinet Minister Li Zhen, Chief Eunuch Si Zhongxiao, and even Emperor Jianhong all knew without saying a word.

Thus, matters proceeded very smoothly. After finalizing all of King Jiang’s crimes, Emperor Jianhong prepared to dismiss the court. However, right at that moment, a figure suddenly stepped out from the crowd.

"Reporting to Your Majesty, I have something to say!"

The voice was steady and resonant. The man had a well-proportioned figure, Dan Feng eyes, and eyebrows like reclining silkworms. His facial features exuded the authority of someone who had long held a high position. It was none other than the newly appointed Minister of Summer, the current Minister of the Ministry of War, and the Grand Scholar of the Martial Hero Hall—Zeng Shilin!

Today, Zeng Shilin wore his official robes, his face stern. At first, Emperor Jianhong didn’t pay much attention, assuming Zeng Shilin was simply going to supplement the evidence against King Jiang. He nodded faintly and asked, "What does my beloved subject Zeng wish to say?"

The assembled officials also cast curious glances at him.

Zeng Shilin took a deep breath. Raising the Ruler in his hands, he gave a slight bow to Emperor Jianhong and spoke slowly, "Regarding the matter of King Jiang colluding with the Demon Race alongside Qi Xianlin of the Profound Array Department... there is actually more to the story."

Emperor Jianhong remained expressionless. "What is this hidden truth?"

Zeng Shilin took another deep breath. "The reason the two of them colluded was entirely due to one person acting as a middleman." As he spoke, he slowly raised his head, his gaze meeting Emperor Jianhong’s directly.

Emperor Jianhong narrowed his eyes, staring intently at him as he asked in a deep voice, "Who?"

"Prince Qi!"

With those words, the entire hall fell dead silent.

"You old fool, you’re spitting venom!"

Prince Qi’s voice suddenly rang out, smashing the silence to pieces with a single blow!