Chang Mao stepped in and started arguing irrationally, or you could say he was pretending to be ignorant even though he knew the truth.

Everyone knew that Emperor Ying Shi would definitely not appoint another prime minister, and there was actually a significant difference between a Grand Secretary and a prime minister. However, despite the differences, everyone could see that the power of the Grand Secretaries was increasing.

Although the Grand Secretaries of the Hongwu Emperor and the Grand Secretaries of the Ying Shi Emperor held the same official title and rank, their powers were completely different. Furthermore, there was a significant difference between a Grand Secretary and a Chancellor.

However, some of their underlying characteristics are quite similar, which is something that many discerning people can actually see.

Chang Mao is pretending to be ignorant even when he knows the truth, so he needs to be brought to his senses. If Ru Chang can't be dealt with, then the other civil officials should step in as well. This also means that the other military officials will have to get involved as well. They don't mind arguing with the civil officials at all, and if they can even fight, that would be even better.

Sitting on the dragon throne, Zhu Yunying seemed indifferent, clearly feigning ignorance while knowing the truth; he was simply taking sides. Everyone could be a little smart, or a little foolish.

Seeing Wu Xun begin to use foul language, Zhu Yunying angrily rebuked him, "You scoundrel, how dare you spout such nonsense in the imperial court?!"

At this, all the soldiers knelt down, as if they were afraid and realized that they had gone too far.

Zhu Yunying continued, "Minister Ru, aren't you all overthinking this? When did I ever authorize Grand Secretaries to make decisions about state affairs?"

Um?

Look! This shameless emperor is planning to take advantage of us and then deny everything. He's not going to pretend he doesn't know what's going on; he's going to forcefully call a deer a horse, and even make the entire court follow suit!