From Joy of Life, the Tian Gang is reversed

Chapter 162 Respective battlefields

"What are you thinking? I've already resigned from three hosting positions, so how could I possibly manage a workshop?"

Gui Zitian's words shocked Fei Jie. "Besides, does the prince trust me so much? I'm Chen Pingping's die-hard fan!"

"You're not, Shadow is." Gui Zitian shook his head. "You don't even know that he harbors evil intentions and wants to assassinate His Majesty, so how can you be a die-hard fan?!"

"Have evil intentions and want to assassinate His Majesty?!"

Hearing these eight words, Fei Jie stood up suddenly, his face full of disbelief, but then, as if he had figured something out, he sighed softly and sat back down.

"He really did that?!"

"Zhu Ge succeeded the dean and found some information. Before he could report it, Shadow silenced him. Then there was a fire. However, some things were left behind," Gui Zitian said. "As for the reason, I don't know, but judging by the teacher's expression, I should have some clues."

"Are you trying to trick me?!"

"No, His Highness told me to tell you that the matter of Kyoto Obo is of great importance to him, and he needs someone knowledgeable to oversee it."

"What if I don't agree?!"

"If you don't agree, then don't agree." Gui Zitian shrugged. "Who do you think the prince is? If you don't agree, then at most you're forcing me. This kind of thing depends on both your consent."

"real?!"

"It's true. The prince won't care about anything that doesn't get in the way of his business. As for those who do, they'll be trampled to death."

"Just like Chen Pingping?" Fei Jie's tone darkened.

"To be honest, I don't know." Gui Zitian shook his head. "Dean Chen's death was a surprise. No one expected him to die like this. If you insist there's a conspiracy, I can't help it."

"You recommended me to the prince and then came here to find me. Why do you think I would agree?!"

"Because Fan Xian, your most cherished disciple, will take over the inner treasury in the future, including this Dafang in the capital. You have to keep an eye on him!" Gui Zitian smiled. "I don't know what's so special about Fan Xian, but both you and Dean Chen are so fond of him, and even His Majesty has a favorable eye for him. However, he is too young and a little naive. Shouldn't you elders help keep an eye on him?
In the words of the prince, this is called helping him onto the horse and sending him on his way."

"I……!"

Fei Jie was speechless for a moment.

————I am the dividing line————

Recently, Kyoto has not been peaceful, and the situation in the court can even be described as turbulent.

Zhu Ge’s death was an aftermath of Chen Pingping’s death, but it was also the trigger for the abolition and reorganization of the Supervisory Yuan.

On the third day after Zhuge's death, during the morning court session, Emperor Qing issued a plan to abolish and reorganize the Supervisory Council, which once again shocked the entire court.

The most eye-catching changes are two, the first of which is Guo Baokun from the Ethics Review Department.

The Ninth Department of Moral Review, established only a few years ago, was completely independent and became an independent government office. The original First and Fourth Departments, responsible for monitoring officials inside and outside Kyoto, were merged into the Moral Review Department, which was managed by Guo Baokun, the former Vice President of the Supervisory Yuan. Suddenly, Guo Baokun's power increased, and his authority in the court became even greater. Another department, the original Third Department, was not affiliated with any government office, but was instead placed under the Internal Treasury, under the overall management of the Internal Treasury. Using the original three departments as a framework, a new, larger treasury was built in Kyoto, the First Ward. Everything within it remained as secretive as the Supervisory Yuan. This department was headed by Fei Jie, the former head of the Third Department and the renowned poisoner.

Of course, for the court, in addition to the Supervisory Council, there was also a lot of movement in the Eastern Palace.

There was a sudden news that Li Mingchuan, the Secretary of the Eastern Palace, was going to step down and be transferred to a distant post. His Royal Highness the Crown Prince was preparing to look for a new candidate for the Secretary of the Eastern Palace.

The Secretary of the Eastern Palace was only a seventh-rank official, but the release of this small position attracted more attention than the reorganization of the Supervisory Council.

There is no other reason. The prince is a grandmaster and his position is as stable as Mount Tai and cannot be shaken.

The Eastern Palace has always been outside the court. Although the prince has made some moves in recent years with great influence, they were all passive actions. Normally, he simply doesn't care about the affairs of the court. He guards his own Eastern Palace and doesn't even interact with the officials, leaving the officials with no way to start. They can't even find a way to get close to him or seek refuge with him, and they can't figure out the prince's true preferences.

But now it’s different. The Eastern Palace has released the position of the Chancellor to the outside world. This is a signal in everyone’s eyes.

Combined with the recent abolition of the Supervisory Commission, the Moral Review Department has taken over two departments, greatly increasing its strength...

Well, it's almost clear.

The Eastern Palace may have to make its own voice heard in the court!

For a moment, the whole Kyoto began to move.

"Changde, do you have any candidates for the position of East Palace Secretary?"

Shu University Scholar's Mansion, inside the study

Shu Wu, who had just finished his shift, looked a little tired and rubbed his brow in distress. "The East Palace is making a big move this time. It seems that they are really going to make a move."

Gu Qing stood respectfully beside Shu Daxueshi, his expression calm. "I don't have any candidate in hand. And based on my understanding of the Crown Prince, even if I had one, it would be useless. The candidate for the Eastern Palace should have been decided long ago. They released this news just to disrupt the court."

"Oh, why do you have this idea?" Shu Wu was a little surprised.

"The Crown Prince is a man of arbitrary decisions, acting solely on his own whims. However, he has deep plans, just like when he brought Li Mingchuan to the Eastern Palace at the banquet that day. Who would have guessed this? The position of Eastern Palace Secretary oversees all the affairs of the Eastern Palace. He will only choose someone who is obedient, and he will choose from among those he knows well. No one else has a chance."

"That makes some sense, but you also have to understand one thing: no matter how overbearing or dictatorial a person is, they always need people to do the work. Especially someone like him, who demands even more from his subordinates. In such a small circle, it's not easy to find the right people."

"Teacher, do you think he really wants to find a suitable candidate for the position of Zhanshi?"

"No, he's trying to gauge the attitude, using this position to gauge the court officials' attitudes towards him." Shu Wu sighed softly. "He's domineering, arbitrary, scheming, and incredibly intelligent. He's also a rare martial arts genius, a master at such a young age. With someone like him holding you back, it's going to be hard for your generation to make a name for themselves."

"Each generation has its own responsibilities. If our generation can't do it, then what about the next generation? I don't believe that such a person will appear in every generation." Gu Qing's face was calm, and his eyes were full of determination. "Genius can't be passed down, but our knowledge and ideas can be passed down from generation to generation. I believe that one day, in this world, a Holy Son of Heaven will appear, and he will become the ideal person we all want to be."

"The Holy Emperor also needs to be taught." Shu Wu glanced at Gu Qing and said, "I can't see it anymore, but you still have hope. Don't be blinded by the rumors spread by the East Palace. Our real battlefield is in Guangning Palace."

(End of this chapter)