"After this period of investigation, we have fully collected the evidence against former Dali Temple Minister Li Si and Jingzhao Yin Xing Bin."
"Li Si and Xing Bin were sentenced to beheading at the Meridian Gate. The men of the Li and Xing families were beheaded, and the women were exiled, to serve as a warning to others."
"As for the position of Prime Minister, it is temporarily vacant. When a suitable candidate is found, I will promote him again."
No one raised any objection. Just as Shangguan Lingyun was about to leave the court, Song Hu stood up.
"Your Majesty, I have something to say."
"Oh? I wonder what's the important matter, Lord Song?"
"Your Majesty, after the abdication of the Supreme Emperor, it is inconvenient for the Fourth Prince and Concubine Dowager De to live in the palace."
"I dare to ask Your Majesty to grant the Fourth Prince a fiefdom."
"Because the Fourth Prince is so young, I am truly worried about him. Therefore, I humbly request Your Majesty to allow me to resign my position as Minister of War and serve the Fourth Prince."
As soon as Song Hu said this, the entire hall immediately became quiet.
Everyone was guessing what Song Hu meant, but unexpectedly, Shangguan Lingyun spoke directly.
"Master Song is absolutely right. It is indeed very inconvenient for my fourth brother to stay in the harem."
"Since Lord Song is so willing, I will make Lincheng the Fourth Prince's fiefdom. What do you think, Lord Song?"
"The position of Lincheng City Guard is vacant. Although Commander Zhou is temporarily in charge, it is not a long-term solution."
"Since Lord Song is willing to accompany me, I believe that Lord Song will be able to help my fourth brother take charge of Lincheng."
Upon hearing this, Song Hu immediately knelt down to express his gratitude, while the other adults were confused.
[Your Majesty and Lord Song are so straightforward? A prince's fiefdom is decided so directly?]
"Lincheng is the junction of Daxia and Dayu, and Lord Song once held military power. Isn't Your Majesty worried?"
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