Zhao Zhi sat upright on the dragon throne, watching the ministers below engage in a lively debate.
Her gaze fell on Yun Zhang, watching him debate with the court officials, and she suddenly felt like laughing.
Laughing? Of course, she couldn't laugh! Zhao Zhi was struggling to hold it in.
She understood Wei Zhong's good intentions, but Wei Zhong, this straightforward old minister, had a weakness: he was too honest. Zhao Zhizhen didn't understand why her brother kept such a lively minister, especially one who was so old, in the court.
In the current situation, Wei Zhong is clearly being used.
To make her an empress and fill her harem was nothing more than having various noble families select young men to send into the palace in hopes of gaining her favor, so that when one person gained favor, the whole family would be honored.
Zhao Zhi wearily pinched the bridge of her nose, thinking to herself: It seems that no matter whether the throne is held by a man or a woman, the fate and trouble of being forced into a position are unavoidable!
Seeing Yunzhang arguing heatedly with the group of ministers, it would be inappropriate for her not to step in.
She straightened up slightly, cleared her throat, and parted her lips, speaking with the majesty of an empress: "I am aware of what you, my beloved ministers, have said. Matters of the harem are to be decided by me and the Imperial Noble Consort; there is no need for you to say more."
I will weigh the pros and cons myself, and I will also consider the matter of having an heir, and I will certainly not fail the expectations of our ancestors. As for you, you should focus on the affairs of state and not be bothered by such trivial matters.”
"Your Majesty is wise!"
“Your Majesty, I have something else to report.” Just as Zhao Zhi was about to have Qin Han announce the end of the court session, a civil official suddenly stepped forward and said.
"What is it? Tell me in detail," Zhao Zhi said, suppressing her irritation.
"Your Majesty, this matter concerns the Imperial Noble Consort. May she be excused for the time being?"
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