Zhou Jin arrived at the Taiji Hall; he was about to take action.
He sent men in two groups, one of which went to Cining Palace to secretly execute the Empress Dowager, led by An Yi.
Another group went to the Empress's maternal home, the Zhenguo General's Mansion, and asked everyone in the General's Mansion to come to the palace immediately. This matter was entrusted to Li Mu to handle personally, leading the Imperial Guards.
If they do not comply, kill them on the spot.
Zhou Jin's lips were pale. He was feeling excruciating pain. Large beads of sweat rolled down his forehead. He was trembling uncontrollably from the pain, and his hands were too sore to hold a pen.
He finally realized that his physical condition made it impossible for him to continue handling state affairs, and it was time for him to abdicate.
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Prince Jing's Mansion.
Zhou Changling is dealing with the matter of Zhao Zikai forming cliques and engaging in corrupt practices.
"Your Highness, the eldest daughter of the Prime Minister's residence requests an audience."
"not see."
She said she came to lend you a hand.
"Oh?" Zhou Changling became interested upon hearing this. If they remembered correctly, this eldest daughter of the Prime Minister's family was a "reborn" person. Why would she want to go against her own father?
"pass."
This is Zhao Xueqi's first time stepping into the Prime Minister's mansion in both her previous and current lives. In her previous life, she was deceived by the eldest prince, ultimately leading to the destruction of her family and the death of her loved ones.
In this life, however, some unprecedented scenes appeared in her mind: the Seventh Prince cared for her deeply, and she eventually became the Empress. After the Seventh Prince became Emperor, his harem was left empty for her. What a perfect couple!
She believes this is an opportunity given to her by God, and she must seize it.
"This humble woman pays her respects to Your Highness, Prince Jing."
Zhao Xueqi was determined to impress Zhou Changling at first sight by presenting her best self.
However, what she didn't know was that Zhou Changling was no longer the person controlled by the plot, and he had already filled his heart with another woman.
"I heard you want to lend me a hand?" Zhou Changling wasn't interested in her, but rather in the method she mentioned.
"Yes, it is an indisputable fact that my father formed cliques for personal gain, and I have evidence of his slander against the Bai family."
Zhao Xueqi looked up and stared intently at Zhou Changling, trying to find the emotion of admiration for her on his face.
"oh?"
Zhou Changling was genuinely surprised; it seemed she was truly willing to put righteousness above family ties.
"Do you know that if this charge is proven, not only will the Prime Minister's mansion cease to exist, but your brothers will also have no hope of becoming officials."
"I know, but if I let my father continue to do evil, my conscience will not be at peace." In fact, Zhao Xueqi was lying. She was just trying to get revenge on her father and her brothers who were watching coldly, and she herself would have a better future.
Zhao Xueqi looked at Zhou Changling. She knew that this man would dote on her to the bone in the future and make her the most noble woman in the world. What he had to do was get rid of the Seventh Prince's betrothed wife, and she would be his only wife.
What is your purpose in doing this?
Zhou Changling made his point very clear: he wanted this pledge of loyalty, but it was unclear what price he would have to pay.
Zhao Xueqi became visibly excited. She knew the opportunity was right in front of her, and it was up to her to see if she could seize it.
She was like a desperate gambler, clinging to this last straw to secure her wealth, status, and position as empress. Therefore, she was determined to marry into the royal family to prove that her rebirth was not a joke.
Zhao Xueqi stated her purpose, word by word.
"This humble woman wishes to be the sole mistress of the Jing Prince's mansion."
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