If everyone were to fulfill their duties faithfully, that would be the best outcome. However, if anyone dared to misbehave at this time, Zhu Yunying would certainly make an example of them to deter others.

Having discussed several matters in detail with key court officials, it naturally meant that many things were now on the verge of being implemented. Everyone was waiting to see if this would be effective and to assess the current power dynamics within the court.

Of course, this is also a test for many people. Those who can share the emperor's burdens and serve the country will naturally be able to advance further in the court, and the court needs more talented people to emerge.

Governing the country well was clearly not just Zhu Yunying's ambition; it was also the ambition and pursuit of many people.

After finishing his official duties, Wang Chengen hurriedly delivered a memorial. Judging from his expression, he wasn't in a good mood, and probably had heard some of its contents.

Zhu Yunying opened the memorial with a blank expression, his expression naturally turning grim. This was the memorial submitted by Lian Zining, clearly indicating that some censors had discovered something unpleasant.

"It seems that the administration will never be clean again." Zhu Yunying said expressionlessly, his voice indifferent. "I thought that the Ming Dynasty had been clean and efficient in its administration for more than 30 years since its founding. It seems that some things have really resurfaced."

At this moment, Wang Chengen only dared to lower his head and look at his feet, while the other eunuchs and palace maids also lowered their heads and dared not speak. They could certainly sense that the emperor was in a very bad mood.

Zhu Yunying chuckled self-deprecatingly and said, "I used to complain that my grandfather was too ruthless in killing people, always skinning them alive. But even so, these people are still greedy, showing no restraint whatsoever!"

The more Zhu Yunying thought about it, the angrier he became. It seemed he had been too merciful; he, the emperor, appeared to be 'easy to bully'.

Moreover, compared to the beginning of the dynasty, Zhu Yunying did indeed give the officials of the Ming Dynasty better treatment, so that they were no longer just barely making ends meet.

It still doesn't seem right now. Although we have enough to eat and wear, some people become officials not because they care about the world, but because they want wealth and glory. Their motivation for becoming officials might be "a clean prefect for three years and ten thousand taels of silver"!

Zhu Yunying naturally could not tolerate such a thing. "Send him to the Censorate and the Ministry of Personnel, and let the Embroidered Uniform Guard take him away. We've been too lenient; those people probably think our swords have lost their edge!"

Wang Chengen naturally knew what he should do; in fact, he didn't need to do anything presumptuous at the moment. His only task was to carry out the tasks assigned by the emperor.

He was in a good mood, feeling that the bank's preparations were progressing smoothly and that the crucial moment was just around the corner, which made Joo Yoon-young even more excited.

But looking back now, Joo Yoon-young was ultimately too optimistic. He shouldn't expect to be in a good mood, because there will always be people who jump out at times like these to cause him trouble.

Since they were intent on ruining Zhu Yunying's good mood and disregarded the laws and regulations of the Ming Dynasty, then they shouldn't blame Zhu Yunying for being impolite. At such a moment, ruthlessness was necessary; there was no room for mercy.

Perhaps Zhu Yunying also needs to recognize some realities. It is clear that fighting corruption is essentially a long-term struggle, a protracted war that can never be stopped.

He strolled slowly toward the East Palace. Although these matters had annoyed him and indeed affected Zhu Yunying's good mood, he was still walking slowly toward the East Palace.

However, being an emperor comes with its share of troubles. If these things constantly affect one's mood, then one can hardly expect any happy moments; in fact, one might even be driven to death by some people.

In such times, it's natural to learn self-regulation. When faced with such situations, you need to let go of what needs to be let go. And when it's time to be ruthless, don't think about making an exception.

As an emperor, Zhu Yunying naturally knew how to handle affairs!