Lin Wanwan grinned in the Holy Emperor's arms.
"whee……"
The baby's laughter echoed in the silent hall, prompting people to peek out again.
The Marquis of Zhenbei was startled. How could the child's laughter sound so much like the rebellious daughter in his family?
Lord Shen felt even more ashamed and began to hate the Marquis of Zhenbei. He was sure that the Marquis had started it all, which was why his son-in-law dared to be so bold.
"Your Majesty, the Minister of Justice's property has been confiscated for some time now, and the position in the Ministry of Justice is vacant. Have you considered promoting any official?"
Everyone became interested upon hearing this.
"Yes, yes, Your Majesty, I recommend Lord Ye, the young master of the Ye family."
"Your Majesty, I think Minister Shen of the Ministry of Personnel is quite good."
"Your Majesty, I still think that Minister Yuan, the Right Vice Minister of the Ministry of Personnel, is quite good."
…
The officials below each had their own mouths, and they all managed to claim that they were in the right position.
The Holy Emperor saw this, lowered his head, and gently touched Lin Wanwan's small hand with his large palm, saying softly, "What does the princess think?"
Everyone was shocked!
Your Majesty ignores the opinions of your civil and military officials and instead consults a baby?
[Hehe, the Vice Minister of the Ministry of Personnel won't do; he's on the female lead's side.]
The Right Chancellor lacks ambition; even with such a high position, he cannot manage it.
[Uncle...] Lin Wanwan shook her head. [A tall tree catches the wind, no way!]
Finally, her large, blinking eyes locked onto a spot in the very corner of the last row of the main hall.
Pointing with a little hand.
Hey, it's Wen's dad!
[Sister Wen is fearless in protecting her family, so Father must be a good man too.]
【It's him…】
Upon hearing that an official's daughter was protecting Lin Wanwan, the Holy Emperor immediately looked over.
The middle-aged man standing not far away, though in the last row, had a deep gaze and a firm look in his eyes, and didn't say a word from beginning to end.
It turns out to be the Wen family.
"Lord Wen, you're the one!"
As soon as he finished speaking, the entire hall erupted in excitement.
His Majesty actually promoted a sixth-rank official?
Such good fortune actually fell into the hands of a merchant's wife!?
Everyone turned their heads again to look at the chubby little hand. They all wanted to see who could make the emperor make an exception and listen to a child who couldn't even walk yet.
"Your Majesty, you mustn't! Lord Wen is merely a sixth-rank official; how can he possibly shoulder such a great responsibility?"
The Vice Minister of the Ministry of Personnel, who was worried about his daughter just a second ago, retorted with a serious expression the next.
“Yes, this Lord Wen is only a sixth-rank official, how can he shoulder such a great responsibility?” said Lord Lu of the Duke’s Mansion.
"I second that proposal."
"I second that proposal."
…
Seeing that everyone had agreed, the Marquis of Zhenbei thought of his own fourth-rank position and the fact that his son had won the Emperor's favor and had even received tea personally bestowed by the Emperor.
He immediately spoke up.
"Your Majesty, I believe this position should be given to someone with the ability. Lord Wen is merely the Director of the Gate Department under the Ministry of Justice. It is inappropriate for him to have been promoted three ranks above him..."
Oh dear, that scumbag dad's jealous.
[He definitely wants to take this position himself, after all, he has an adopted son, Lin Shixuan.]
The Holy Emperor strained his eyes, listening intently to the whispered thoughts that were as quiet as a mosquito's buzz.
Lin Shih-hsuan?
Lin Shih-hsuan is talented, but unfortunately, he's too ruthless.
[In his past life, the crown prince, with his guidance, silently murdered the emperor...]
The Holy Emperor was shocked.
How could the son of a minister possibly have the power to control everything?
No wonder, with the Crown Prince's intelligence, there's no way he would have the audacity to do such a thing; it turns out he has a strategist!
He looked at the Marquis of Zhenbei and couldn't help but rebuke him.
"Marquis of Zhenbei, have I given you permission to speak?"
Marquis of Zhenbei: ? ? ?
Isn't that what everyone says?
"Demote him by one rank!" the Holy Emperor said again.
Upon hearing this, the officials sighed in dismay.
The ministers, who had been whispering, immediately fell silent.
What is Your Majesty up to?
The Marquis of Zhenbei was so frightened that he knelt down with a thud, his voice trembling with tears: "Your Majesty, what have I done wrong?"
"Didn't the other adults just speak up?"
The Holy Emperor rubbed his ears. "I didn't hear anything. I only heard your words."
When the Grand Commandant heard that he wanted to be demoted, he wholeheartedly agreed.
He smiled and said, "Marquis of Zhenbei, His Majesty's reward is also a punishment, and punishment is also a reward. Quickly kowtow and express your gratitude."
Hehe, back at the manor, I have more good news to bring to my wife.
Ye Wennan covered the corners of his upturned lips and said loudly, "Brother-in-law, don't be afraid. Shixuan is a good boy. If you nurture him well, he will be a talent in the future."
"It's just a demotion, isn't it? You've been working so hard these days, a demotion is a good thing, you'll have more time to manage the Marquis's mansion."
The Marquis of Zhenbei's face was more grim than if he were crying.
"Your Majesty, this is a family matter that I do not need to attend to. I made a mistake without thinking. Please forgive me this once." The bitterness in his heart was as deep as the heart of a lotus seed.
The Holy Emperor looked at him coldly, "Marquis of Zhenbei, this is a reward from me. Once you have settled things at your residence, I will reinstate your official position."
[Hahaha... Is Uncle Royal using PUA tactics on his scumbag father?]
Hehe, believe him, believe him now!
"Your Majesty, I obey your command!"
As soon as he finished speaking, the Marquis of Zhenbei covered his mouth, "No, Your Majesty, that's not what I meant!"
He meant to say that he had no family matters to deal with.
"What I wanted to say was, thank you for your kindness, Your Majesty. It's alright if I lose this official position..."
The Marquis of Zhenbei suddenly covered his mouth again, looking left and right.
Is this some kind of ghost?
Many of the officials present were very familiar with this scene.
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