Those who were crowding at the back to see the rankings became even more eager to do so when they saw the angry crowd at the front.
So they hurriedly pushed their way forward.
Unable to stop them, the people in front could only rush towards the gate of the Imperial College.
With the crowd pushing and shoving, the gates of the Imperial College were quickly forced open.
Upon seeing the scholars and officials hiding in the Imperial Academy drinking tea and wine, the students couldn't help but think of the sycophantic articles displayed outside.
Suddenly, the anger in everyone's hearts erupted.
"It's all because of you treacherous officials who have ruined the country that such a sycophantic essay was selected as one of the top three in the imperial examination. You are all unworthy to be teachers!"
"Indeed, I find the Imperial Academy to be a chaotic and corrupt place, filled with incompetent people who hold positions without doing their jobs."
"Strike down the treacherous officials!"
"..."
A group of passionate students grabbed whatever was at hand and started throwing it at the officials of the Imperial Academy.
"You great... Ah!"
An official tried to speak up to stop them, but before he could finish speaking, he was hit in the face by a shoe that seemed to fly out of nowhere.
Immediately afterwards, a group of students rushed into the Imperial College and kicked the usually aloof officials to the ground.
"Hey, stop hitting us! This palace examination grading has nothing to do with us. These were all chosen by His Majesty. If you're so capable, go and cause trouble for His Majesty!"
Facing the barrage of punches and kicks raining down on him, an official from the Imperial Academy shouted.
However, before he could finish speaking, a student gave a disdainful snort.
"You dare to slander His Majesty? Do you really think we don't know that you openly forced His Majesty to re-examine the case files in the court!"
The news that came out of the palace yesterday was incredibly detailed.
Therefore, in the eyes of the students, His Majesty was completely forced to choose these three useless people as the top three scholars.
Those who pressured him were these treacherous officials.
The officials of the Imperial College were completely taken aback by these words.
It's all Liu Wenlie's fault. If he hadn't suggested reviewing the case files, they wouldn't be the ones in this mess now.
In an instant, a group of once high and mighty officials of the Imperial Academy fled in panic, while more and more students joined in the beating.
at the same time.
In a teahouse not far from the Imperial College, Song Zhenglian held a cup of tea, looking at the chaotic scene with lingering fear.
"Fortunately, His Majesty reminded me in advance to take sick leave today, otherwise I'm afraid I would be running away in panic like them right now!"
...
This chaos was not limited to the Imperial College.
When the news spread, the entire capital city's students were in an uproar.
In no time, public opinion shifted to the view that a group of court officials had forced the emperor to re-examine the examination papers and select a top scholar who could only write sycophantic articles.
As a result, the students, filled with righteous indignation, began to rally around the court officials, chanting the slogan that they would fight against the treacherous officials for the emperor.
In the blink of an eye, the residences of many officials were either pelted with rotten eggs or splashed with excrement.
Yet, no official dared to resist.
If they dared to have these students beaten to death, it would inevitably trigger even greater public outcry.
At that point, their fate will be far more serious than just getting a beating.
However, while the capital was in chaos, Qin Yu stayed in the Empress's palace, resting his head on Zhao Yan's lap with a look of contentment, enjoying the graceful dance of the palace dancers.
"Excellent! The beauties in my concubine's palace are dancing better and better!"
The dancers, dressed in sheer tulle and halter tops, their large, snow-white breasts partially obscured, created a scene of ethereal beauty.
Just then, a series of hurried footsteps approached.
"Your Majesty, all the officials are gathered in front of the Imperial Study. Please come over!"
Anfu bowed and said.
Qin Yu lazily raised his eyes. "Can't you see I'm admiring the beauties' dance? Tell them all to go back. We can discuss this at the morning court tomorrow."
"yes."
Anfu immediately withdrew.
"Your Majesty, the court officials have come to see you at this time, probably because of the rumors circulating in the capital. Is it not appropriate for you to leave them hanging like this?"
After Anfu left, Zhao Yan quickly spoke up.
Qin Yu currently holds little real power in the court, and leaving the officials hanging like this will likely only increase their dissatisfaction with him.
However, Qin Yu just smiled dismissively.
"What's wrong with that? They only interrupted my enjoyment of the dance. I didn't cause them any trouble, so they should be secretly happy."
Hearing Qin Yu's words, Zhao Yan shook her head.
But she didn't know how to persuade Qin Yu, so she could only let him be.
This is in front of the fashionable study.
"That tyrannical ruler must resolve this matter today, or he will be humiliated!"
"That's right, it's clearly his fault, but now he's blaming us."
"Hmph, if it weren't for the opinions of the world, I would have had those poor scholars chopped up!"
"..."
The officials were filled with righteous indignation.
They were all ready to launch an attack as soon as Qin Yu arrived.
But after waiting for a long time, they only got a young eunuch.
"Gentlemen, please return. His Majesty has said that any matters will be discussed at tomorrow's court assembly!"
The young eunuch bowed and said.
However, upon hearing this, everyone erupted in anger.
"I can't wait until tomorrow! Summon His Majesty immediately!"
"Indeed, His Majesty was merely indulging in bed with the Empress; it's nothing serious. Tell him to come over quickly."
"Tell His Majesty that if he doesn't come today, we won't leave."
"..."
The officials began to shout.
They have already taken a risk to come to this palace today.
If they can't get Qin Yu to resolve this matter today, they'll likely be in trouble if they run into those agitated scholars when they get back.
Moreover, even if you don't encounter those people, the daily shouting and cursing outside the mansion is extremely annoying.
Only Emperor Qin Yu's prestige is enough to resolve this matter.
Seeing the excited looks on these people's faces, the little eunuch hurriedly ran back.
When Qin Yu heard the message relayed by the eunuch, he immediately sneered.
These bastards are all begging him for favors, and they're all acting all high and mighty like they own the place. Do they really think he's a good-natured emperor?
"Tell them I will not see them. They can stay as long as they want!"
Qin Yu said coldly.
The young eunuch immediately changed the subject.
When the courtiers heard Qin Yu's response, they were all so angry that they jumped up and down.
"This tyrannical ruler, how dare he disregard us?"
Everyone was furious.
Although they didn't respect the tyrannical emperor, they didn't dare to offend him.
Everyone then turned to look at Sima Lie.
Only Sima Lie can persuade Qin Yu to come out now.
Sima Lie frowned slightly, his expression turning somewhat unpleasant.
"Go and summon Wang Zhen, the chief steward of the Eastern Depot."
...
Not long after, Wang Zhen arrived at the Empress's palace.
"Your Majesty, this old servant has come to fetch you. The Prime Minister and all the officials are waiting for you."
Wang Zhen wanted to go straight in, but Xue Jian blocked him at the door.
Helpless, he had no choice but to kneel down at the bottom of the steps and speak respectfully.
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