Started from listening to music in the brothel and earned billions of bad people

After saying this, Li Xingyun's gaze slowly swept over everyone present. His eyes were as sharp as an eagle's, as if they could penetrate a person's soul. The ministers present all felt his powerful aura and couldn't help but feel a sense of awe.

"Please teach me, Your Highness!" Jinshan was upset, but he certainly wouldn't contradict Li Xingyun. After all, Li Xingyun was a noble man, the future ruler. On the contrary, he desperately wanted Li Xingyun to speak up, because he wanted to see what kind of ridicule this prince, known for his ignorance and dissolute behavior, could say.

However, when Li Xingyun really opened his mouth, it was like a bolt from the blue, shocking everyone present.

"Always remember, the people are more important than the country!" Li Xingyun's voice was not loud, but it echoed in the court like a loud bell.

Then he continued, "The people are like water, and the court is like a boat. Water can carry a boat, but it can also capsize it. Do you understand this principle?"

These words were like a revelation, leaving the civil and military officials stunned. They had never imagined that the prince, whom they usually regarded as a fool, could actually speak such a philosophical word.

Jinshan was equally astonished. He stared at Li Xingyun with wide eyes in disbelief, thinking to himself, "Is this still the same prince who spent his days eating, drinking and having fun? How could he say such a thing?"

Li Xingyun didn't seem to care about the crowd's reaction. He paused briefly, giving them some time to process what he had just said. Once everyone had recovered, he continued, "The original intention of establishing our Shenwu Empire was to protect the people from harm, to ensure they lived in peace and security. Now that the people are being bullied, how can the court sit idly by and do nothing?"

Li Xingyun lied effortlessly, as if he was born a master liar. After all, he was the Crown Prince, and who would dare to question the original intention of the establishment of the Shenwu Empire?

Do you, an outsider, understand the situation better, or do I, His Royal Highness the Crown Prince, know the inside story better? The answer is obvious.

"As ministers of the Shenwu Empire and the parents of the people of the Shenwu Empire, I have a few words to say to you!" Li Xingyun's voice echoed in the court with an unquestionable majesty.

"Establish a mind for heaven and earth, establish a destiny for the people, carry on the lost knowledge of the ancient sages, and bring peace to the world for all eternity! This is your mission. If someone is unworthy of his position, he should resign and retire as soon as possible, and don't delay the people from living a better life!" Li Xingyun became more and more excited as he spoke, and even became a little passionate in the end.

His words were like the morning bell and evening drum, stirring ripples in the court. He recited the four lines of Hengqu with such clarity that they seemed like his own famous sayings.

After saying this, Li Xingyun's eyes were as sharp as torches, looking straight at Jinshan. The meaning in his eyes couldn't be more obvious - you, Jinshan, are the one who is unworthy of your position, why don't you resign immediately!

However, how could Jinshan give in so easily? Asking him to resign would be harder than climbing to heaven!

"We must follow the prince's wise advice, establish our minds for heaven and earth, establish our mission for the people, carry on the lost knowledge of the ancient sages, and bring peace to the world for all eternity!" All the civil and military officials were very shocked. After chewing on these words over and over again, their opinions on Li Xingyun began to change rapidly!

Seeing Jinshan's shamelessness, Li Xingyun sneered and said, "Left Prime Minister Jinshan is old and has been specially allowed to return home to enjoy his remaining years!"

If Jinshan doesn't take the initiative, then Li Xingyun will. The pressure from the outside world is so great that Li Xingyun will not be boiled like a frog in the water by Jinshan. Even if doing so may not convince the public, Li Xingyun does not care. Sooner or later, all the civil and military officials of the court will be replaced by Li Xingyun's confidants!

"Your Highness!" Jinshan's face was filled with astonishment. He hadn't expected Li Xingyun to be so decisive, not even giving him a single chance. The words he wanted to retort to were swirling in his throat, but he couldn't utter them. He knew that if he gave in at this moment, his dignity would be completely destroyed.

However, just when Jinshan was hesitating, he suddenly changed the subject and agreed without hesitation: "Thank you, Your Highness! I'll take my leave!" After that, he turned and walked towards the gate with firm steps, without any reluctance.

"Hmph! Li Xingyun, you are still too young. Without my assistance, how can you govern the court? I'm waiting for you to come and apologize at home!" Jinshan snorted inwardly, a sneer on his face. He firmly believed that Li Xingyun would realize his mistakes sooner or later and would then come to him and beg for mercy.

However, Li Xingyun didn't even glance at Jinshan as he left, as if he didn't even exist. Then, Li Xingyun immediately announced loudly, "Yuan Tiangang, obey my orders!"

"Your humble servant is here!" A deep yet powerful voice echoed as Yuan Tiangang, who had been in a corner, emerged from the crowd like a ghost. His figure stood out among the crowd, seemingly incompatible with the surroundings. The mysterious mask on his face made him stand out even more, sparking curiosity about his true appearance.

Li Xingyun sat atop the dragon throne, his gaze fixed on Yuan Tiangang below, unabashedly emphasizing his authority. He declared, "The position of Left Prime Minister cannot be left vacant. Today, I appoint you as the Imperial Preceptor and Left Prime Minister of the Shenwu Empire, to assist me in governing the country. Are you willing?"

Upon hearing this, Yuan Tiangang was filled with emotion, but he did not show it. Instead, he quickly knelt down, kowtowed and expressed his gratitude, saying, "I will obey your command and will not let down the Crown Prince's trust!" Although his voice was calm, his eyes beneath the mask were filled with tears of emotion, and the gratitude in his heart was beyond words.

However, as this scene unfolded, all the civil and military officials present unanimously sensed a sense of foreboding. Li Xingyun's expulsion of Jin Shan was understandable, given his unpopularity and arrogance. However, Li Xingyun's decisive promotion of the inexperienced Yuan Tiangang to the position of Left Prime Minister and Imperial Preceptor was truly inconceivable.

Furthermore, Li Xingyun's decision was made directly, without giving anyone else a chance to react. This undoubtedly made the ministers present feel ignored and marginalized. They began to whisper and discuss Li Xingyun's decision.