On the wedding day, my wife was abnormal

Inside the carriage, the sun cast shadows through the windows, swaying back and forth across the tea table. Lin Zhen and Murong Wushe sat across from each other, the atmosphere heavy. The latter slowly spoke, detailing once again what he had seen and heard at the Gu family.

As Lin Zhen expected, it was Gu Beichen who secretly colluded with the Tiandao killer and intended to kidnap Zhang Li.

As for why Zhang Li was kidnapped instead of assassinated, Lin Zhen believed that the purpose was that Gu Beichen wanted to torture her and then defile her in order to satisfy his twisted sense of revenge.

Thinking of this scene, Lin Zhen was furious, his fists clenched, and his eyes widened as if he was about to spit fire.

This bastard actually dared to attack my woman. This time I will make you know what cruelty is.

Lin Zhen's frosty gaze was like a sharp blade, shooting straight at Murong Wushe, causing the latter to feel an indescribable chill in his heart.

I thought to myself, what a terrifying look.

Fortunately, he doesn't know martial arts, otherwise he would have to defend himself.

Lin Zhen asked in a low voice, "Are you saying that His Majesty intends to reward those local officials?"

Murong Wushe bowed slightly upon hearing this and said, "That's right, but I don't think it's appropriate."

"It's indeed inappropriate. Your Majesty is too impatient." Lin Zhen took over the conversation, his tone filled with helplessness and worry. "Your Highness has already sent people to Liaodong to investigate whether these officials are truly providing relief to the victims, or are they using their power for personal gain. Confirmed news will be available within a few days."

"Your Majesty is young and in power, and his foundation is unstable. The Gu family, who you can rely on in the court, is now gradually alienated from Your Majesty. Therefore, it is understandable that Your Majesty is anxious to win the support of local officials. After all..." Murong Wushe paused and swallowed the second half of his words.

In fact, Lin Zhen knew very well that all this was simply because the Lin family was extremely powerful, which made the person on the throne feel fearful, so Murong Yan did this.

She doesn't understand state affairs and doesn't understand people's hearts, so it's understandable that she did this.

But Murong Wushe had served three emperors and was a genuine veteran of three generations. He had a sharp and clear vision. He knew very well that the Lin family was loyal and had no intention of rebellion, so he treated them with more tolerance and trust than the Gu family.

But Murong Yan would never believe such words coming from a eunuch.

What's more, his rash interruption of Murong Yan's words today had already made her very unhappy.

He hurried to the Council Hall. At that moment, Murong Yan was discussing with the officials from the Ministry of Personnel how to reward and incentivize local officials. While the meeting was going on, Murong Wushe quietly entered the hall.

"Your Majesty! Lin Zhen is here."

Murong Yan let out a long sigh, her chest slowly falling with the faint fragrance. Her tightly furrowed brows at this moment melted like spring water, stretching out without a trace: "This guy, he's finally here. Xuan."

"As ordered, summon the Crown Prince's Guardian Lin Zhen to the palace for an audience."

Lin Zhen walked into the hall with steady and powerful steps, and every step seemed unhurried.

Before he could salute, he heard Murong Yan's voice: "Lin Zhen, come and take a look at the draft list of officials..."

Under the gaze of the officials of the Ministry of Personnel, Lin Zhen didn't care about Murong Yan's face at all, and said bluntly: "Your Majesty, I don't need to read it. I don't agree with any of them."

After he finished speaking, the atmosphere in the hall became tense. A flash of surprise crossed Murong Yan's eyes, but she didn't show any anger. "I haven't said what it is yet."

"Your Majesty wishes to commend the local officials who have made outstanding contributions in disaster relief, is that correct?"

Murong Yan nodded slightly, thinking to herself, I finally have a tacit understanding with this annoying guy.

"Indeed, the Liaodong flood was properly handled, thanks in large part to the contributions of local officials. Their hard work is truly a blessing for the country and the people. Now, the grateful people are lining the riverbanks, loudly praising Your Majesty's wisdom. Shouts of 'Long live the emperor' echo through the air, a truly magnificent sight. Truly deserving of this award."

Lin Zhen continued to maintain a tough attitude, straightened his back, and spoke to her with a firm gaze.

"Your Majesty, I disagree."

"Why?"

As soon as these words were spoken, all the officials in the Ministry of Personnel, including the Shangshu, Shilang, and Langzhong, were stunned, and then they almost attacked Lin Zhen in unison.

"Sir, this is the judgment of His Majesty. How can you and I easily interfere?"

"Your Highness is mistaken. The floods in Liaodong have been quelled, and the people are grateful for Your Majesty's grace. This is truly the work of the local officials. Don't they deserve commendation?"

"A man without chin hair cannot handle affairs with any integrity. You are so young, don't try to interfere in the affairs of the imperial court. You'd better leave immediately."

"Don't ruin the reputation of the Regent's Palace because of a small matter!"

Lin Zhen's gaze slowly swept over the group of people before him, thinking, "As expected, they're all officials from the Gu family faction. For example, Minister of Personnel Luo Wen is a die-hard Gu Yunting supporter. I'm afraid they're also secretly protecting the local officials involved in this corruption."

Alas, under the imperial power, the ministers deceived the emperor, corruption became more and more serious, and the people had a hard time making a living. If this continues, the people of Liaodong will inevitably rebel.

Lin Zhen had no intention of arguing with this group of fake teachers covered in filth. His gaze turned to Murong Yan, who was already showing anger.

"Your Majesty, how is the relief work going for the Liaodong flood? Have you been there to see it?"

When Murong Yan heard this, a trace of surprise flashed across her face, but she quickly returned to normal.

"No, and it's impossible. If there is any disturbance in the local area, I have to do it myself, then those officials supported by the court will become decorations?" After saying this, she looked at Lin Zhen with burning eyes.

"So Your Majesty got this information from the memorial, right?"

Murong Yan nodded, but still didn't know what Lin Zhen wanted to say.

At this moment, an indescribable helplessness appeared on Lin Zhen's face. He first sighed softly, as if a heavy burden was pressing on his heart, and then he slowly spoke.

"Alas, Your Majesty, would you please allow the gentlemen to withdraw first?"

When Song Yi, the Minister of Rites, heard this, he immediately became unhappy. He pointed at Lin Zhen and shouted, "Lin Zhen! What do you have to say? Are you afraid we can't hear it?"

As soon as these words were spoken, all the officials in the Ministry of Personnel were outraged and turned their attention to Lin Zhen.

"Why are you driving us away?"

"Could it be that you intend to take this opportunity to deceive His Majesty?"

"Your Majesty, I disagree!"

Lin Zhen was already fuming, and now seeing these officials from the Ministry of Personnel acting so presumptuously, he was even more furious. He immediately shouted, "How dare you! Song Yi, you're just a third-rank official who relied on your ancestor's talent from Mengyin. What qualifications do you have to show off in front of this prince? And you even dare to call me by my name! You're truly audacious!"

Lin Zhen’s words hit the nail on the head.

Song Yi was trembling all over after being scolded by him, as if there was a mouthful of thick phlegm stuck in his throat, his face turned purple, and he was unable to speak for a long time.

He really has no political achievements at all. He has reached his current position only thanks to his ancestors' favor and the favor of the previous emperor. The fact that he can continue to serve as the Minister of Personnel is also due to the support of the Gu family.

At this moment, Lin Zhen's words revealed the truth. Although he was furious, he could do nothing about it. He could only feel ashamed and embarrassed.

"His Majesty......"

"Ahem." Murong Yan coughed twice and looked at Song Yi with a hint of displeasure: "Song Aiqing, this is the Council Hall, please be careful with your words."

"Yes... I acknowledge my guilt, but Your Majesty, I absolutely do not consent to your being alone with the Crown Prince. He is a perpetrator of deception. If the merits of the local officials are erased because of this incident, who will be willing to serve Your Majesty and the court wholeheartedly in the future?"