For example, taking pride in receiving a beating in court seemed to be a way for them to gain fame among scholars, and it even became a symbol of an incorruptible minister, which is simply an irony.

Ru Chang had no choice but to step forward and quickly said, "Your Majesty, the court has always been on high alert for such matters, and the court is full of loyal and dutiful officials."

It's perfectly normal for officials in the Ministry of Personnel to make some exaggerated statements at this time. However, everyone tacitly agrees not to say much, feeling that such matters are best left unsaid and there's no need to spell it out.

Zhu Yunying didn't really care about those things, and just smiled and said, "Yuqing, rise."

Trembling with fear, Yu Xin rose to his feet, realizing he had just misspoke. However, he didn't need to worry about losing his position or his life, let alone the current emperor. Even the retired emperor wouldn't lose his life for such a thing.

At most, the emperor will just remember it, and who knows when he might use it as an excuse to cause trouble. That would be a real problem.

Zhu Yunying spoke with a smile, saying, "Regarding the matters of the Imperial Treasury and the National Treasury, the various departments should draft a proposal."

Ignoring Yu Xin's disgusted expression, Zhu Yunying waved her hand with a smile. Even though Ru Chang and the others were unwilling, they could only obediently greet them and leave at this moment.

Yu Xin felt that the emperor wouldn't take his life, but it was very likely that after today, many of his colleagues would become his sworn enemies. Perhaps in the morning court session in a couple of days, there would be more attacks against him.

After all, it seems he offended the emperor, and more importantly, by doing so, he genuinely offended many people and affected their interests. This action effectively gave many others room to maneuver.

Zhu Yunying glanced at Wang Chengen and said, "Go to the Prince of Wu's residence and summon the Prince of Wu to the palace."

Wang Chengen looked cautious and said, "Your Majesty, the Emperor Emeritus and His Highness the Crown Prince have left the palace, accompanied by the Prince of Wu."

Never mind then, we'll talk later.