Nine dragons fight for the throne, I don't want to sit on this throne

"His Majesty!"

Di Ying was the first to step forward, frowning and saying in a deep voice: "Now that you have recovered from your illness, you will naturally handle the government affairs."

Although he did not directly oppose Chu Ning's handling of state affairs, his meaning was self-evident.

Letting the empress handle it herself is because she doesn't want Chu Ning to interfere in state affairs.

Although he admired Chu Ning's military talents, he was worried about letting an outsider handle the affairs of the Zhou Dynasty.

The empress narrowed her eyes, and a look of displeasure flashed across her face: "Prime Minister Di, didn't I say that it would take another month to handle government affairs?

After spending some time together, I believe you all have some understanding of what His Royal Highness the King of Chu can do. I believe you all will not object, right?"

Although it was a rhetorical question, it had a tone that left no room for doubt.

The corner of Di Ying's mouth twitched, and for a moment he didn't know how to refute.

Helplessly, he had to turn and look at Xue Huaide beside him.

Although Xue Huaide has been following Chu Ning during this period, he believes that Xue Huaide will never favor Chu Ning on major issues.

As expected, Xue Huaide immediately stood up, stared at Chu Ning and said in a deep voice: "Your Highness, Prince Chu, may I ask if you have any experience in handling political affairs?"

Chu Ning thought for a moment, shook his head and smiled, "Apart from governing Bingzhou and holding the imperial examinations, I have no other experience in handling government affairs."

This simple sentence made Xue Huaide stunned.

He originally wanted to use this to make Chu Ning give up and refuse.

But now from what Chu Ning said, it was clear that he didn't want to refuse.

Moreover, if we move out of Bingzhou, it would be hard to make sense if we say Chu Ning has no experience in handling political affairs.

In just one year, Bingzhou grew from a remote frontier state into a wealthy state, and its population doubled!

Who can compare with such political achievements?

The imperial examination system created a way to seek talent without having to rely on wealthy families, which could inject fresh blood into the court and help the emperor stabilize his government.

Apart from anything else, these two achievements alone are enough to make many emperors ashamed.

He originally wanted to deliberately make things difficult for Chu Ning by using his political achievements so that he would give up, but he did not expect that it would make Chu Ning successful instead.

For a moment, Xue Huaide was speechless.

At this moment, a white-haired old man suddenly stood up and saluted: "Your Highness the King of Chu can govern a state, but it does not mean that you can govern a dynasty.

As the Minister of Justice, I am in charge of criminal law. Now is the time for the empress. Many cases need to be tried by the Ministry of Justice before they can be closed and executed.

May I ask Your Highness the King of Chu, what clever plan do you have for this?"

Di Ying was unable to convince the empress about the overall situation, and General Xue Huaide was unable to make Chu Ning back down due to his political achievements, so he decided to use specific things to embarrass Chu Ning.

No matter how powerful Chu Ning is, he can't be good at everything, right?

Unexpectedly, Chu Ning laughed when he heard this, turned around and looked at the Minister of Justice and said with a smile: "It seems that this gentleman doesn't know much about me."

After laughing, Chu Ning's face straightened and he said in a deep voice: "When Princess Gaoping of your dynasty was killed in my capital city, it was I who found out that the person who murdered her was Baili Xing.

I dare not say anything else, but when it comes to solving cases, no one can compare to me."

After a pause, Chu Ning suddenly walked towards the man and asked, "What is your name, sir? How old are you?"

The Minister of Justice held his head high and said righteously, "I am Zhao Changming, and I am over sixty-five today!"

Chu Ning grinned, reached out and patted the man on the shoulder, and said with a smile: "Sixty-five years old is already old."

After saying this, amid the confusion of the crowd, Chu Ning looked at Wu Zhao and said with a smile: "Your Majesty, this Lord Zhao has served the country for decades. I believe you would not bear to let him work too hard, right?"

Wu Zhao, who didn't understand Chu Ning's intention at first, finally reacted.

This guy wants Zhao Changming to withdraw from the court.

He wants to kill the chicken to scare the monkey!

Wu Zhao responded and nodded in agreement: "Yes, Lord Zhao is a veteran of three dynasties and should not be overworked.

Since the examination will be held in the autumn soon, the Right Vice Minister of the Ministry of Justice will be appointed as the Minister of Justice, and Lord Zhao will be named the Marquis of Shou Ting and will return home today!"

As soon as these words were spoken, everyone's faces changed slightly. No one expected that Chu Ning's words would cause Zhao Changming to lose his official position.

Although Zhao Changming is indeed a little older, he has always been in charge of the Ministry of Justice and has never made a mistake.

Now they were being retaliated by the empress just because they opposed Chu Ning's handling of state affairs. This made them feel cold in their hearts, and they understood that the empress was determined to hand over the state affairs to Chu Ning this time.

Anyone who objects will be making things difficult for Chu Ning!

For a moment, everyone was silent.

Zhao Changming reacted after a moment of stunned silence.

"Puff~"

Zhao Changming knelt on the ground, tears streaming down his face, and said, "Your Majesty, I have assisted several generations of emperors. This shouldn't be the case. This shouldn't be the case!"

But the empress had a cold expression on her face and said calmly: "Lord Zhao, I am sympathizing with your old age, so I have allowed you to return home.

Now you are acting like this at my celebration banquet, are you trying to embarrass me?"

If you want to kill a chicken to scare the monkeys, why not make it bigger and tougher!

The threat in the words was obvious.

If Zhao Changming didn't want to be respectful, she would take back even the reward he had just given her.

I’ll give it to you, just keep it in your pocket!

If she insists on having her own way, then she can only be made an example of in the most undignified way!

Feeling the murderous intent coming from the empress, Zhao Changming's face changed drastically. After hesitating for a moment, he finally lowered his head heavily.

He knew that he could not compete with the empress.

If you provoke them too much, you might even be killed.

Thinking of Chu Ning's every move in Luocheng during this period, Zhao Changming was finally afraid.

"Your Majesty, calm down. I have absolutely no intention of embarrassing you!"

Zhao Changming sighed: "After serving as an official for decades, I have to go home. It is difficult for me to adapt for a while."

Wu Zhao's expression eased a lot after hearing this, and she nodded and said, "Don't worry, Lord Zhao. I will remember your contribution to the court and will never treat you unfairly."

After saying this, Wu Zhao waved her right hand and said, "Come here, send Lord Zhao back home!"

At the command, two imperial guards immediately rushed up and helped Zhao Changming away.

A group of officials watched Zhao Changming being taken away in silence, with a hint of relief in their hearts.

Fortunately, no one stood up to oppose it just now, otherwise they would be the ones to be dismissed now!

While deep in thought, Wu Zhao's eyes fell on a group of officials.

"My Lords, does anyone have any objections?"

A group of officials looked at Di Ying.

Di Ying smiled bitterly in his heart.

The empress wanted to establish her authority and also wanted to protect Chu Ning.

However, it's only one month, which is not unacceptable.

Di Ying gritted his teeth and said in a deep voice: "Your Majesty, is His Royal Highness the King of Chu really only handling state affairs for one month?"

Wu Zhao glanced at him and said, "I always keep my word."

Di Ying breathed a sigh of relief. What he wanted was Wu Zhao's guarantee.

"In this case, I am willing to assist His Royal Highness the King of Chu in handling state affairs."

Seeing this, other officials stood up and saluted: "We are willing to assist His Royal Highness the King of Chu in handling state affairs!"

Wu Zhao nodded slightly, looked at Chu Ning and smiled: "I'll leave it to you from now on!"

After saying this, she asked the maid to support her and turned to leave.

After all, it was just one day after giving birth, and I couldn’t stand for a long time.

Chu Ning bowed and watched Wu Zhao leave, then turned to look at everyone and said calmly:

"Since I am handling state affairs, I will now announce an order!"

Everyone's face was shocked and they pricked up their ears to listen carefully.