Opening with a Poem, Shocking the Entire Court of Civil and Military Officials!.

Summary

The court assembly buzzed with news of the Yangxin Palace fire, which destroyed evidence presented by the Ninth Prince, Qin Ying. Concerned ministers, Chen Song Tai and Song Yuan Chang, worried about Qin Ying's well-being after his bold impeachment of the aristocracy. The Emperor, appearing unwell, shifted focus to the martial arts champion examination, dismissing the fire's implications. A heated debate ensued over the chief examiner's appointment, with Chen defending the elderly Jiang Chao Min against Hu Ping Yun's push for He Zhang. The Emperor ultimately sided with Chen, maintaining Jiang's position. Afterward, the Emperor announced the execution of three Kushayans, sparking bitterness among the ministers as Hu Ping Yun gloated over his apparent victory, emphasizing the aristocracy's dominance.

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