What could Lu Xiaoyao say about this?
But at least her standing here is a strong hint that the merchant lady has a relationship with His Majesty.
Lu Xiaoyao felt that such a reminder was more than enough, but unexpectedly, after the two returned home following Lu Xiaoyao's reminder, Zhen Hu died that very night.
He choked to death after drinking too much alcohol and getting vomit stuck in his throat while sleeping.
Princess Consort of Yong insisted that Prince Yong was murdered, but everything seemed like an accident, with no evidence to prove her claims.
Although Princess Yong did not give up easily, with Zhen Hu gone, the Yong Prince's lineage was no longer a threat. On the contrary, the power of the noble family of the Prime Minister's lineage behind Princess Yong was coveted by many.
Even the usually inactive Prince Ei (Julian) took the lead in making contact.
However, to his embarrassment, he was snubbed; the Prime Minister showed him no respect whatsoever, and the whole capital knew about it.
That's true. Prince Ying has always been penniless and powerless. Even if the Prime Minister and other nobles remain neutral or protect the emperor, it would be better for them than to support him.
Needless to say, the other court officials focused more on Prince Qing, who had the support of the military and political Su family, and Prince An, who had the support of the Empress Dowager's faction.
Emperor Jing'an turned a blind eye to the princes' infighting, and just as they were getting into a heated argument, a series of orders from the Ministry of Revenue were issued to transfer officials.
Before anyone knew it, one unfamiliar face after another appeared in the imperial court.
By the time everyone realized something was wrong, this group of unfamiliar faces had already formed a powerful force and was following the lead of the previously ridiculed and ignored Prince Ying...
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