From Joy of Life, the Tian Gang is reversed

Chapter 160 The East Palace Needs Change

Chen Pingping died, leaving behind a big, paralyzed man.

Emperor Qing appointed Zhu Ge, a senior director, to clean up the situation, but a few days later, Zhu Ge died, assassinated by Chen Pingping's trusted confidant Shadow.

Shadow not only assassinated Zhuge, but also burned down a house.

The house wasn't big, and the fire wasn't big either, but the impact was profound.

The situation in the court also became strange.

Of course, all this has nothing to do with Li Chengqian.

After meeting Emperor Qing, he hid in the Eastern Palace as usual, and watched the changing situation regardless of spring, summer, autumn or winter.

"Your Highness, I don't know what to do anymore!"

East Palace, Study

Li Mingchuan looked bitter, "I didn't know I had so many friends!"

"There's nothing we can do. Guo Baokun and the others don't dare to look for him. Qi Wu and Qin Yuan aren't here, and Gui Zitian won't leave the East Palace. You're the only one who's open to the outside world in the East Palace. Who else can we look for if not you? You haven't collected a lot of things recently, right?"

"Yeah, I can't believe it. These people are so low-key and really dare to give it away!"

Li Mingchuan also sighed. Ever since Li Chengqian revealed his strength as a grandmaster and his position was consolidated, his home had become a bustling place in Kyoto. Although it was not very busy, people would come to entertain him every few days, and from time to time there would be guests who would come and bring expensive gifts. They didn't have any requests, just three words: to get close to him.

In addition, there are some students from all over Qing Kingdom who come here to write to him because of his reputation. Some of the brave ones who have a good self-image and have some background even visit him in person to promote themselves.

At first, Li Mingchuan was not used to it and was a little nervous, but Li Chengqian told him not to be afraid, to collect it boldly and to take it boldly, because it was all the people's money, and it would be a waste not to take it.

So Li Mingchuan took it and gradually became one of them. Now he is a well-known figure in the capital.

"Among those young officials, are there any that you like and are capable enough to take your position?"

Suddenly, Li Chengqian said something, and Li Mingchuan's body stiffened and his face turned pale. "Your Highness..."

"You've been in my Eastern Palace for several years now and have done a lot. You've made a great contribution to the smooth operation of the Eastern Palace. But you're getting quite old. Do you really want to stay here until you retire?" Li Chengqian smiled at him and said, "It's time to go out and do something."

"Your Highness, I don't want to leave the East Palace, I..."

"I know what you're thinking, but the Eastern Palace also needs to have its own voice in the court. Guo Baokun is unpleasant and rigid in his work. I, the Crown Prince, can't always be the one to step in personally when something happens." Li Chengqian said with a smile, "Now that the Supervisory Council has collapsed, the impact will be huge. There will be some vacancies in the court. Find a suitable person who can easily make meritorious contributions, and you can take the position. Firstly, your rank will be raised, and secondly, it will also be a window for my Eastern Palace to express itself externally."

"As for the rest, you don't need to worry. The Crown Princess is about to give birth, and after the Crown Prince is born, I will teach you everything you need to know."

"Your Majesty, your Majesty understands!" Although Li Mingchuan was somewhat reluctant, he had some understanding of Li Chengqian after getting along with him for a few years. Once he heard such words, it meant that His Royal Highness the Crown Prince had already made plans, and it was even possible that he had already planned his position, so he did not dare to say more.

What's more, he also promised me the position of the Crown Prince's teacher. Obviously, he didn't want to kick me out of the Eastern Palace, but he really had some plans for the court.

"However, Your Highness, since I came here, everyone who has visited my home has had ulterior motives and no good intentions. If they were to come to the Eastern Palace, I'm afraid they would cause trouble."

"That's why I want you to look carefully and choose carefully. Pick someone who's smart and sensible." Li Chengqian said, "I don't care about their background or where they come from. As long as they can do the job, it's fine. Remember, they have to be smart and sensible."

"I understand."

Changxin Palace

The princess looked at the account book, her brows furrowed into a "well" shape.
The maids around were all silent and didn't dare to make a sound.

The eldest princess has been in a bad mood recently. Those who know the inside story understand that this is because Zhuge is dead.

Zhu Ge was the eldest princess's man, or at least he was on the eldest princess' side. A lot of intelligence in Changxin Palace was passed on through Zhu Ge. Now, he suddenly died, and the power of Changxin Palace in intelligence, especially official intelligence, suddenly decreased.

Of course, the most important thing is that Zhu Ge’s joy of being promoted to the President of the Supervisory Yuan had not yet faded when he was shocked to hear the bad news. This roller coaster-like mood was really suffocating and uncomfortable.

"Your Highness, Mr. Yuan requests an audience."

The eldest princess raised her head slightly, a subtle glint flashing in the depths of her eyes. "Please come in."

After a while, Yuan Hongdao was led into the hall.

"I have met His Highness."

"Mr. Yuan, please excuse me." The princess gave a forced smile. "I wonder what brings you here, Mr. Yuan?"

"Hongdao has been entrusted by the Prime Minister to discuss the princess' wedding with the princess." Yuan Hongdao bowed and smiled. "Master Fan's trip to Northern Qi went smoothly and he's about to return. According to His Majesty's wishes, the wedding will be held upon his return. This matter isn't just for the Lin family, so Prime Minister Lin wants to understand the princess's wishes so he can make arrangements."

"I don't have anything to arrange. Everything should be done according to the regulations. The dowry and other things have been prepared long ago. However, His Royal Highness the Crown Prince said before that he would add some dowry for Chen'er. As for what the addition is, I don't know."

Prince!
Yuan Hongdao's face twitched twice, but he said nothing more.

It was not his turn to interrupt or ask what the prince wanted to do.

"What, is there anything else?"

Yuan Hongdao looked a bit embarrassed. "The truth is, there's news from the Eastern Palace that the Crown Prince intends to send Li Mingchuan out of the palace. Li Mingchuan is looking for a replacement for him as Chancellor. The Prime Minister wants to know if Lin Gong still has a chance."

"Lin Gong?!" The princess raised her head sharply and looked at Yuan Hongdao, "What is he thinking? How dare he have such thoughts?"

Lin Gong was kicked out of the Eastern Palace by the Crown Prince, and even she, the owner of the palace, was embarrassed. Now she actually wants to return to the Eastern Palace. Do you really think the Eastern Palace is owned by your family?!
Yuan Hongdao was also somewhat embarrassed and said helplessly, "The Prime Minister only asked this question. After all, Your Highness has a very good relationship with the Crown Prince and has business dealings with him. Your weight is different from that of others."

"Go tell him to forget it. Lin Gong can't return to the Eastern Palace. If you have this time, you'd better teach your son more. If he wants to gain a foothold in the court, he still needs a little bit of ability."

"understood."

"Any thing else?"

"Your Highness, the position of Eastern Palace Secretary is of great importance. The news has come out so early. Does the Crown Prince have any thoughts?"

"The prince has never told me about this, but from what I know about him, this position should have been chosen long ago. He must have his own motive for releasing the news now. As for what that motive is, I don't know."

"I understand, thank you for clearing up my confusion, Your Highness!"

(End of this chapter)