Before the house is confiscated, the enemy's warehouse is emptied and exiled

While listening to the guard's report, Xiao Mo carefully flipped through the booklet in his hand.

The more he looked, the gloomier his expression became, and his eyes seemed to be burning with rage.

After reading the entire book, it was found that all the officials who had contact with him were recorded.

He slammed the table, stood up, and said angrily:

"Zhang Youning, that idiot! I've already told Mother that he's unfit for important positions.

But my mother refused to listen and insisted on indulging her own brother! Look at how big a mess he has made now! "

Having said this, he paused, then asked, "Where is Zhang Youning now?"

The guard responded tremblingly:

"Your Highness, County Magistrate Zhang is dead... and not only him, but most of the officials in Anshan County are also dead.

According to rumors, a few days ago, a strange phenomenon appeared in the sky, and birds and beasts attacked, eventually leading to the death of all of them.

The locals all said that it was because of their evil deeds that the disaster was brought down by heaven.”

This series of news made Xiao Mo a little confused for a while.

He was silent for a long while before he came to his senses and roared again:

"Okay! Okay! I didn't expect that I still underestimated the abilities of my good brother and Shen Qingge!

Not only did they successfully resolve my relentless pressure, they even attempted to use public opinion to reverse the situation.

One moment they spread evidence of a crime, the next moment they send down a disaster. It's truly formidable!"

Before he finished speaking, he raised his hand and slammed the booklet hard.

There was a crisp "pop" sound, and the booklet instantly broke into countless pieces and scattered all over the ground.

Seeing that Xiao Mo's emotions were getting out of control and he was about to attack the guard in front of him, the steward Zhang De hurriedly said:

"Your Highness, please calm down. We don't need to worry about other things. However, I have some concerns in my heart, and I don't know whether I should speak up or not."

After saying this, he immediately signaled to the guards to leave immediately, while he himself quickly stepped forward and closed the study door tightly.

Xiao Mo, who was originally furious, couldn't help but feel puzzled after seeing his actions. Just as he was about to start questioning, he heard Zhang De say:

"Your Highness, in my humble opinion, since the Fifth Prince and Shen Qingge are trying to create momentum through public opinion, they must have racked their brains and put in a lot of effort.

We all know about this, but what about the Emperor? Could he know about it too?"

When Xiao Mo heard this, his expression instantly became serious. He waved his hand, signaling him to continue.

So Zhang De took a deep breath and continued:

"Your Majesty, you are well aware that the Emperor has always been wary of you, and even under pressure from all sides, he only granted you the position of Crown Prince with great reluctance.

"This is a crucial moment for the conferment of the title, yet something like this has happened. I am deeply worried, fearing that the Emperor will take advantage of this opportunity to make a big fuss!"

Upon hearing this, Xiao Mo fell into deep thought.

If Zhang De hadn't reminded him, he would have almost forgotten that his father didn't like him.

He used Yuan Feng, the director of the Imperial Observatory, as a shield all day long, and kept delaying the ceremony of enthroning the crown prince.

It's simply that my father is hesitant and wants to delay time to see if there are any changes in the matter of the crown prince.

Now, hasn’t this variable already arrived?

How could my father let it go so easily?

At this moment, Xiao Mo suddenly heard a burst of chaotic footsteps coming from outside the door, interrupting his thoughts.

Then, a shrill voice was heard:

"The Emperor has ordered that Prince Qin be summoned to the palace for an audience. You must depart immediately without delay."

It turned out that someone had come from the palace and was brought here by the servants in the mansion.

Xiao Mo immediately changed his expression, opened the door of the study with a smile, walked over and said:

"So it's Eunuch Li! I'm sorry for not welcoming you! I wonder what important matter your Majesty has that would require you to summon me so late at night and rush me?"

Facing Xiao Mo's question, Eunuch Li looked embarrassed. He hesitated for a moment before answering in a whisper:

"This... Prince Qin, you should hurry to the palace to see the emperor! It's really inconvenient for me to say anything else."

After he finished speaking, Eunuch Li secretly winked at Xiao Mo, as if to say that the emperor was in a rage at the moment, and it would be better to wait for Xiao Mo to come to the palace in person to find out the specific situation.

Xiao Mo was such a cunning person that he naturally understood what he meant immediately.

He remained polite and respectful, and quickly responded:

"Thank you for your reminder, Eunuch Li, but as you can see, I am entertaining guests here!

In this way, I will quickly dismiss all the gentlemen, and then go to the palace to meet the emperor immediately without any delay.

Eunuch Li has traveled a long way, why don't you return to the palace and report back first?"

After hearing this, Eunuch Li thought for a moment, nodded, bowed to him, and left with small steps.

Looking at Eunuch Li's departing back, Zhang De whispered anxiously:

"Your Majesty, what should we do now? Summoning you at this time is not a good omen!"

Xiao Mo sneered but did not answer. He was just making quick calculations in his mind.

Since the emperor is like this, don't blame him for being cruel and ruthless!

Before, it was always his mother who stopped him, saying that after all, he was his father, a blood relative, and the matter of the crown prince was already in his pocket, so he should be patient and wait as long as he could!

But mother, now they are joining forces to put me to death!

If he doesn't take the initiative, it will be him, the King of Qin, who will die.

Thinking of this, a hint of determination flashed in Xiao Mo's eyes.

He turned to look at Zhang De and ordered in a deep voice:

"Zhang De, quickly go and call Zhu Huaiyuan, the commander of the imperial guards, who is sitting at the table. As for the rest of the people, have them leave the palace immediately!"

A moment later, Zhang De hurried over with Zhu Huaiyuan.

Zhu Huaiyuan was originally just a small commander of the Imperial Guards, but because he was fortunate enough to be "appreciated" by Xiao Mo, he was promoted to the position of commander of the Imperial Guards not long ago.

He was naturally grateful to Xiao Mo, and was loyal and obedient. This time, when he heard the prince's call, he ran away so fast, perfectly interpreting the role of a lackey.

Seeing that the person had arrived, Xiao Mo's face was stern and he immediately gave the order:

"Commander Zhu, please immediately mobilize 10,000 imperial guards and accompany me into the palace!

Father hasn't been feeling well lately, it's time to go see him and bring him some supplements!"

……

Inside the Taiji Hall, Emperor Xiaoren was sitting in front of a desk, flipping through a booklet in his hand, his face turning the color of liver from anger.

Eunuch Li stood aside trembling, not daring to say a word.

At this moment, Emperor Xiaoren suddenly raised his eyes, glared at Eunuch Li, and said angrily:

"Where's that rebellious son? Why hasn't he come yet?"

Before Eunuch Li could say anything, there was a loud "bang" and the heavy palace door was kicked open.