Even if Xu Zang possessed extraordinary abilities, he could not shake the power of those high-ranking officials and nobles in a short period of time.
The new emperor's power was utterly insignificant compared to these powerful families whose influence had lasted for generations, even decades.
On the surface, everyone was frightened by his fierceness when he first ascended the throne, but in reality, beneath that fearful exterior lay a lot of mockery.
This greenhorn is still too inexperienced.
The most powerful way to manage subordinates is not through reckless actions, but through subtle strategic planning. A single move can have far-reaching consequences, much like in chess, where only a master can change the entire game.
Xu Zang only eliminated one piece; to be precise, he only blew a gust of wind, causing the piece to sway slightly.
Li Shouhai remained prime minister because he had only offended the emperor with his insolent remarks, a crime not punishable by death.
When the late emperor was alive, he repeatedly praised the prime minister as a genius in governing the country, a man of integrity who loved the people and was incorruptible.
It makes no sense that the father has just died and the son immediately eliminates a high-ranking official in the court.
If Xu Zang dares to touch Li Shouhai, the entire world could drown him with a single spit.
He is now a trapped beast; no matter which foot he moves, he will be hampered and unable to move an inch.
Throughout history, emperors and their subjects have never been truly kindred spirits; rather, they have always been mutually restraining, with whoever possesses greater power gaining the upper hand.
Xu Zang understood the implications of this situation, as it involved a group of high-ranking officials kneeling on the floor of the Imperial Study.
They all knelt with their heads on the ground in extreme fear, and not one of them shared the king's worries.
On the surface, they appeared to have limited abilities and could only kneel down in fear and beg for mercy, but in reality, they were merely putting pressure on the emperor.
Xu Zang smashed the teacup and threw all the trouble on the desk to the ground, only to be met with shouts of "Your Majesty, please calm down!"
Fu Lu stood guard outside the study, not daring to utter a sound.
Xu Zang's personality is nothing like that of the late emperor.
His temper flares up quickly but subsides just as fast. After a fit of rage, he usually sits alone with a gloomy face, silent and still. He looks more terrifying than someone who smashes cups or vases.
Fulu was worried about the officials in the study, fearing that when they went in, they would see a bloody head ripped from a body, given the example of the Prime Minister.
The young eunuch came twice to ask if we wanted to go in for more tea, but Fu Lu dismissed him both times.
Going in now would be suicidal.
As the sun slowly set, ominous fiery clouds appeared on the horizon.
Fu Lu's legs were numb from standing, his mouth was dry, and he was restless and anxious.
Suddenly, they saw someone walking towards them in the distance.
Logically speaking, the study was a very important place in the palace, and ordinary people could not enter it.
But as soon as he heard the familiar sound of the wheelchair, Fu Lu understood.
At the same time, his anxiety was extinguished by a bucket of ice water, and replaced by joy.
He must be getting old; how could he have forgotten this person?
If we're talking about who could best soothe the emotions of the person inside, wouldn't it be this young master?
Fu Lu was Xu Zang's personal attendant, and he managed all of Xu Zang's needs, including food, clothing, and shelter.
He knew better than anyone what Yimu meant to Xuzang: he was like a cooling medicine to relieve stress and anxiety.
This person didn't even need to speak; just sitting there was enough to extinguish the emperor's anger.
Just as the young eunuch was about to step forward to question him, Fulu waved the clueless boy aside, took the wheelchair from Yuanbao, and pushed Yimu up the steps of the study.
"Young master, the emperor is in a rage inside. You should go in and try to persuade him gently, lest you ruin your health and suffer the consequences."
Yi Mu nodded. His visit this time was not simply to appease Xu Zang.
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