Traveling through the emperor, overthrowing the empress dowager at the beginning

The next morning.

In the palace, the melodious sound of bells broke the silence.

In the bedroom of Yangxin Palace, Ye Chen woke up and then felt the soft body on his body.

The corners of his mouth couldn't help but rise slightly, revealing a meaningful smile.

He looked down and saw an exquisite and pretty face.

That pretty face looked peaceful and gentle in her sleep.

Her cloud-like hair was casually scattered on the pillow, a few strands of hair sticking playfully to her snow-white skin, her long eyelashes trembled slightly, as if some thoughts were lingering in her dreams.

Yun Fuyao's slightly pouted cherry lips looked like cherries with dew in the early morning, fresh and juicy.

Ye Chen looked at her quietly. When he was considering whether to wake her up, Yun Fuyao suddenly opened her eyes.

Her eyes were like clear lake water, sparkling. The moment she saw Ye Chen, a hint of surprise flashed in her eyes, and then she spoke softly.

"Your Majesty is awake?"

Ye Chen nodded lightly, his voice was a little lazy but also had unquestionable majesty.

"Fuyao, help me dress. I have to go to court today."

When you have serious work to do, it's impossible to stay in the land of comfort.

Yun Fuyao responded, stood up and began to dress Ye Chen.

Her movements were gentle and skillful.

At this time, Zhen Jiaoxue came forward holding the dragon robe and the emperor's crown.

She had a graceful figure and elegant temperament, and her stunning face was like a shining pearl in the Yangxin Palace. Her appearance and beauty were even better than Yun Fuyao's. At this moment, she bowed slightly and handed over the clothes in her hand.

Yun Fuyao naturally knew Zhen Jiaoxue's background. She also understood why such a beautiful woman from a noble family could only be a palace maid here, and she was not surprised.

She also knew that as long as Ye Chen achieved his goal of weakening the powerful families and no longer had to worry about these powerful families inserting their hands into the harem, Zhen Jiaoxue would definitely get a status.

After Ye Chen put on his clothes, his expression became solemn and he waved his hand.

"Fuyao, go down and rest."

Yun Fuyao bowed and retreated.

Ye Chen straightened his clothes and walked out of the Yangxin Palace with steady and powerful steps.

Outside the palace gate, the emperor's ceremonial guards were already ready. He sat on the imperial sedan chair and, surrounded by the crowd, headed towards the Taiqian Palace.

When Ye Chen's ceremonial procession arrived outside the Taiqian Palace, all the officials were already waiting in the court.

But this time, Su Mengjiao was not behind the scenes.

All the officials were also waiting for Ye Chen.

Ye Chen got off the imperial carriage and walked step by step towards the Taiqian Palace.

His figure was as straight as a pine tree, and his dragon robe was magnificent.

The moment he stepped into the palace, all the officials knelt down on the ground.

"Long live my emperor! Long live!"

Ye Chen raised his eyes slightly, and swept his gaze over the ministers. His eyes seemed to be real, and he slowly walked up to the dragon throne.

After he sat down, he raised his hand slightly and said with full energy: "Stand up."

The eunuch who was delivering the message beside him immediately shouted the order: "All the nobles, please stand up."

"Thank you, Your Majesty!"

All the officials then stood up.

Ye Chen looked at the officials and said seriously, "I was feeling a little unwell before, but now I am fully recovered."

Ye Chen waved his hand.

The eunuch who delivered the message then shouted, "If you have anything to say, please report it. If not, please dismiss the court."

As soon as he finished speaking, several officials came forward, holding memorials in their hands, and said respectfully, "Your Majesty, I have something to report."

The eunuch hurried forward, took the memorial, and presented it to Ye Chen.

Ye Chen did not look at the memorial, but his eyes were sharp and his voice was low and majestic.

"I have suddenly received news that the powerful families around Chang'an are engaging in illegal activities. I will not tolerate any such behavior and will investigate thoroughly."

Ye Chen's words hit the hearts of the ministers like a heavy hammer, and the court suddenly fell silent.

Some officials who had connections with the powerful families immediately turned pale and beads of sweat appeared on their foreheads.

Ye Chen's eyes were like lightning, and the imperial aura he exuded made the entire court shrouded in an invisible pressure.

His eyes were as sharp as torches as he slowly scanned the officials below the stairs. Then he slowly spoke, his voice low but with a terrifying power.

"I have decided to rectify the powerful families surrounding Chang'an City. I will not tolerate any criminals!"

"Where is the Grand Secretary of the Ministry of Justice?"

At this time, the Minister of Justice had not yet been officially appointed.

The highest-ranking official in the Ministry of Justice is a college student.

Yu Hong, the Grand Secretary in charge of the Ministry of Justice, hurried out and knelt down, kowtowed: "I am here."

Ye Chen nodded slightly and said seriously, "Later, I will have someone send the evidence of the crimes of the wealthy families around Chang'an to the Ministry of Justice. You must carefully consider the law and determine how to punish these people, and then send people to arrest them immediately."

"Also, the governor of Chang'an City must be replaced and arrested as well."

Hearing this, Yu Hong's forehead sweated slightly. He knew that this matter was serious and responded quickly.

"promise!"

Ye Chen's gaze did not relax. His gaze fell on the Grand Secretary of the Ministry of War as if it were real. "Grand Secretary of the Ministry of War, I order you to immediately investigate the garrison commanders in Chang'an and the surrounding counties, and list in detail all those who have connections with the local nobles."

Wei Yong, the Grand Secretary of the Ministry of War, was startled and quickly bowed, saying, "I obey your order."

Ye Chen nodded slightly, his eyes still sharp, and he glanced at the officials in the hall again.

At this time, he found that the hall was silent, and no one raised any objections. The officials who came from local wealthy and noble families in the capital also lowered their heads.

This unusual silence made Ye Chen raise his eyebrows slightly.

"Why don't these officials react at all? Is this a scam?"

Ye Chen was confused.

However, Ye Chen did not show it on his face.

He waved his hand, his tone authoritative.

"Retreat from the court."

After saying that, he stood up and walked out of Taiqian Palace.

Upon seeing this, all the officials shouted in unison: "Farewell, Your Majesty."

The sound echoed inside and outside the hall for a long time.

Ye Chen then rode in the emperor's ceremonial procession to the Yangxin Palace, but summoned Cheng En again.

"Cheng'en, send someone to the Supervisory Office and have them secretly investigate those nobles who have relatives in the court to see if they have any unusual behavior, especially gathering in large groups. Don't miss any clues."

"Old slave obeys the order."

Cheng'en retreated.

A cold light flashed in Ye Chen's eyes.

If the aristocratic families dare to make any moves under his nose, he will never let them off easily.

Yang Dechang and a large number of nobles who followed him had been dealt with by him, and the power of the nobles in the court was no longer as strong as before.

But once Ye Chen finds evidence against them, he will no longer be afraid and will do his best to deal with these guys.