They communicated many things that were not suitable to be said publicly through carrier pigeons.
Therefore, Wang, Cui, and other ministers thought that Xie Yuan was acting on his own initiative, but little did they know that it was something the two had discussed in advance.
Xie Yuan was simply going with the flow.
Furthermore, on the very day the decision was made, Xie Yuan wrote a letter to Helian Jue.
Helian Jue received the news almost that very night.
The only difference from their original plan was that they had initially intended to expand the number of prime ministers to five.
In reality, Wang, Cui, and others were so cooperative that Xie Yuan couldn't handle their enthusiasm and simply continued to expand the number of participants.
"Seven prime ministers!"
That was brilliantly done!
With so many men around, they're worthless!
Moreover, the power is limited; it makes a real difference whether it's divided among three people or seven.
Wang, Cui, and others wanted to use their power to sow discord between the emperor and empress. How could the emperor and empress not use their power to divide the three prime ministers, or even the powerful families they represented?
The allure of power is fair; it does not discriminate based on status.
Helian Jue was extremely satisfied with his wife's amazing actions.
"Your Majesty and His Majesty have always been such a perfect match!"
As a trusted confidant, Helian Chen had personally witnessed the union and growth of the Emperor and Empress, so he naturally had a lot to say on the matter.
He had genuine respect, even admiration, for Xie Yuan.
"Oh, right, there's also a letter for you here!"
After Helian Jue finished being happy, he suddenly remembered something and casually tossed a note to Helian Chen.
Helian Chen: ...
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