He counted and there were eight people in total.
Huh?
The number is wrong. He vaguely remembered that Empress Dowager Xiao had said that there were nine commanders in the Imperial Guard.
Furthermore, even without Empress Dowager Xiao's reminder, eight is not in line with the rules.
Because usually, the number of people in charge of an organization is odd.
This will make it easier to count votes when collective decisions are needed in the future.
Even numbers mean a draw is highly likely!
Helian Jue determined that the number of commanders of the Inner Guard must be odd, that is, nine.
So, when meeting with the third wave of guards, Helian Jue suddenly asked, "Is there one more missing? Who is that person?"
The two commanders of the Imperial Guard who came to "apologize" exchanged glances.
Finally, a resolute look flashed in their eyes.
They not only revealed Cui Wulang's identity, but also took the initiative to expose him: "Your Majesty, Cui harbors rebellious intentions!"
"He intends to collude with the Imperial Guards to assassinate His Majesty!"
Helian Jue: ...Oh dear, another ghost sent to its death!
The construction team of Chang'an New City has gained another free labor force.
...
Helian Jue successfully regained control of the Inner Guard, while Xie Yuan began to clear out all the old guards in the palace according to his plan.
For example, the palace maids and chief eunuchs most favored by Empress Ashina were all on the list of those "granted favor".
Bai, the old nanny who served Empress Xiao, was also among them.
"Baiguo, you've been with me for over twenty years. It's time you left the palace to retire and enjoy your retirement!"
"Since Her Majesty the Empress is so kind, you might as well leave the palace."
Empress Xiao was intelligent and had witnessed the "fate" of Empress Ashina, so she naturally wouldn't oppose Xie Yuan.
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