Grand Tutor Zheng had no idea that just moments before, he had narrowly escaped death.
"Grand Tutor, the Empress is loyal to me, therefore, she will not become like Empress Lü!"
Taking a deep breath, Helian Jue patiently reasoned with Grand Tutor Zheng, a rare occurrence for him.
Grand Tutor Zheng, however, insisted on one point: "The sage has violated the rites! This matter does not conform to ancient precedents!"
"Women are not to interfere in politics! Empress Xie, please return to the inner palace!"
At this point, Grand Tutor Zheng seemed to remember something and added, "Two months ago, the imperial tomb was struck by lightning!"
"This is the late emperor using the hand of Heaven, and the wrath of the Thunder God to warn Your Majesty."
"A female ruler ruling is against all reason and law! Our Great Zhou Dynasty is in grave danger!"
Well, it seems that reasoning and threatening suicide weren't enough, so they've resorted to talking about ghosts and gods.
Helian Jue's expression turned cold again.
His fingers gently traced the carved patterns on the armrest.
On the surface, Helian Jue appeared calm.
But those who know him well know that he's angry!
Xie Yuan sighed silently. This time, she didn't speak, but instead reached out and touched the back of Helian Jue's hand.
Helian Jue turned his head and his gaze fell on Xie Yuan's smiling face.
Um?
Ah Yuan smiled?
It was still that confident smile he was most used to and loved.
very good!
Ah Yuan has another idea!
Helian Jue's gloomy mood instantly brightened.
His anger vanished instantly, and he began to watch with great interest as his Ah Yuan "tricked" people.
Sure enough, Xie Yuan said, "Divine lightning strikes from the sky? Being struck by lightning is a warning from heaven?"
"Grand Tutor Zheng, would you like to make a bet with me?"
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