Sure enough, after the imperial edict was read, the expressions of the ministers below changed.

The decadent mood was swept away, and everyone's faces were filled with excitement. They looked at each other warily.

For these old ministers, these gifts from the emperor were truly attractive. Whether it was writing books or leaving their names in history, it was all about leaving a legacy. After so many years of studying, who wouldn't want to leave a legacy?

It was impossible for them not to care about these things. After the emperor gave them so many benefits, it was hard not to be excited.

Zhu Youxiao looked at their performance and a smile appeared on his face.

I was able to do this, firstly to make them feel better, and secondly to change the atmosphere. Judging from the current situation, my plan was successful.

After the imperial edict was read, the morning court session ended.

There was nothing else to do this morning except this one thing. Zhu Youxiao took off the crown and robes that he had worn to show formality. This suit was extremely heavy and it was too tiring to wear.

After returning to the harem, Zhu Youxiao went straight to rest.

Everything was fine in the capital, but there was turmoil in Seoul, North Korea.

Over the past six months, many things have happened in North Korea, and the struggle in the court has become very fierce. The young and old factions have been fighting back and forth, and the relationship between Queen Inmok and the King of Korea has also reached a freezing point.

Because the eldest son did not return, rumors spread in Korea that the Ming emperor wanted to marry the princess to the Joseon prince and keep the eldest son in Ming. Under such circumstances, the Joseon king's sons naturally took action after hearing the news.

The past few months have been a whirlwind of chaos, with everyone vying for support and doing anything. The various parties have also begun to choose their own supporters, and all of a sudden, chaos has erupted. It can be said that it's a one-off situation, with no time to spare.

Ming Dynasty Embassy.

Zhang Yu sat in a chair drinking tea with his eyes slightly narrowed.

Song Xiang massaged his shoulders from behind.

The two of them just stayed there quietly, no one spoke.

After a while, Zhang Yu put down the teacup in his hand and said, "You've been tired all day, don't do these things anymore."

As he spoke, he reached out and took Song Xiang's hand, bringing her in front of him.

Song Xiang smiled and let Zhang Yu pull her along, sitting directly in front of Zhang Yu. She smiled and said, "Seeing you're so worried, I feel bad, don't I? Our plans have been going smoothly, so there's no need to frown all day."

Zhang Yu looked at Song Xiang, sighed, and said, "I do want to, too. But now things have come to a critical moment, and we can't afford to make even the slightest mistake. If we make even the slightest mistake, things will be in trouble."

At this moment, a person walked in from outside.

The person who came was none other than Chen Facai.

Chen Facai had become a little fatter at this time. With his eyes slightly narrowed, he came to Zhang Yu with a smile on his face and said, "Master Zhang."

"Please take a seat, Sir Chen." Zhang Yu made a gesture of invitation and said with a smile.

After hearing this, Chen Facai nodded and sat opposite Zhang Yu.

"Sir Chen, what brings you here today?" Zhang Yu said to Chen Facai.

"I can't control Park Jung-yang anymore," said Chen Facai.

Zhang Yu was stunned.

This was something he had not expected.

Glancing at Chen Facai, Zhang Yu asked, "How could this be? Hasn't he been very obedient over the past few months? Does he have something to say to you?"

"You are doing your job with all your heart, but I can't control it anymore." Chen Facai sighed and spread his hands.

Zhang Yu was about to ask more, but Song Xiang reached out and patted him, saying, "When it comes to things like this, you can't come back to your senses. You're such a blockhead."

"Think about it, what else does Park Zhengyang want besides working for us? Isn't there Miss Qingqing?"

"He originally promised to marry Qingqing to him. Now half a year has passed. How can Park Zhengyang not be anxious? If he waits another six months, Park Zhengyang might be useless."

Zhang Yu rolled his eyes at Song Xiang and said, "Don't talk nonsense."

Chen Facai, who was standing aside, blushed at what Song Xiang said.

Although Song Xiang is the concubine of Lord Zhang Yu, everyone knows that this woman has an extraordinary identity and even more extraordinary abilities.

Originally, they were not in this kind of relationship half a year ago, but now they are together.

No one knew how the two got together, but everyone knew from the beginning that they would eventually get together, and the outcome proved everyone's suspicions.

Zhang Yu looked at Song Xiang helplessly.

The two of them got together because of this woman.

On a dark and windy night, I had gotten into Song Xiang's bed without thinking. The next morning, I was asked to take responsibility. It was completely inexplicable.

He had no idea how the incident happened and Zhang Yu suspected that he had been drugged, but he had no evidence.

After glaring at Zhang Yu, Song Xiang said, "Why are you looking at me? If you don't believe me, ask Master Chen and see if what I said is right."

Zhang Yu was stunned and turned to look at Chen Facai.

Chen Facai was seen sitting there rubbing his hands helplessly, looking at Zhang Yu with helplessness. He tried to open his mouth again and again, but no sound came out.

I understand. Although he didn't say anything, I can tell from his expression that Song Xiang is right.

Zhang Yu looked at Chen Facai helplessly and said, "Is it because of this?"

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