Chapter 86



Lin Qingya had precise evidence of Li Chengqian's conspiracy. That morning, she wore a simple and elegant official uniform and walked steadily into the court. In the Jinluan Hall, all the civil and military officials had already taken their positions. The atmosphere was so solemn that it seemed as if one could hear the sound of everyone's heartbeat. Li Chengqian sat on the prince's throne with a gloomy face, his eyes flickering. Lin Qingya walked to the center of the hall, her voice clear, but she said: "Your Highness, I have a few things to present to Your Majesty today." She took out a stack of memorials from her arms, each of which was clearly marked with the time, time and name of the witness.

She held the memorial high up. The hall was silent for a moment. Her gentle but firm words could be heard. "This memorial records in detail how the Crown Prince made friends with the rich and powerful, accepted bribes, and even conspired to usurp the throne. These evidences are beyond doubt." She handed the memorial to the eunuch beside her and glanced at the ministers who had been obedient to Li Chengqian. They all turned pale and lowered their heads, not daring to speak. The sunlight shone down, illuminating her resolute face.

The evidence was solid, and Li Chengqian's conspiracy was completely exposed. His originally sinister face was instantly distorted, and his eyes were filled with fear and unwillingness. He tried to explain, but found that his throat was dry and he couldn't say a word. "Come here, take the prince down!" Emperor Li Heng's voice resounded like thunder in the Jinluan Palace, and the guards quickly stepped forward and took Li Chengqian away.

There was silence in the palace, but a moment later, there was thunderous applause. The ministers praised Lin Qingya's wisdom and courage, and even the ministers who usually criticized her began to look at her with new eyes. Emperor Li Heng's eyes stayed on Lin Qingya, and a trace of relief and appreciation flashed in his eyes. He nodded heavily, "Mr. Lin, you have made great contributions to the Great Zhou!" He immediately announced that Lin Qingya would be promoted to the first-rank lady and given more power. Lin Qingya bowed and saluted, her expression calm, "Minister, thank you for your grace." She raised the corner of her mouth slightly, this victory was what she deserved.

However, the joy of victory did not last long. Lin Qingya sat alone in the study at night, carefully reading all the information about Li Chengze. She knew that Li Chengze had been hiding in the dark, waiting for an opportunity to act, and this man was more dangerous than she thought. Her slender fingers gently stroked the memorial on the table, and a trace of solemnity flashed in her eyes, "Li Chengze...what do you want to do?" She whispered to herself, with a barely perceptible sneer at the corner of her mouth.

The next morning, Lin Qingya gathered her confidants and arranged new tasks. "Pay close attention to Li Chengze's every move, and report any disturbance to me immediately!" Her tone was firm and unquestionable. She stood up, walked to the window, and looked at the rising sun. Her heart was calm. She knew that this power struggle had just begun.

After the rain, the sun shines on the Jinluan Palace, casting a layer of warm light. In the court, the ministers congratulated Lin Qingya and Li Rui, praising them for jointly uncovering Li Chengqian's conspiracy and maintaining the peace of the court. Li Rui, dressed in a bright yellow court robe, was as gentle as jade. He nodded slightly to the crowd, his posture was elegant and calm, and there was a trace of imperceptible relief at the corner of his mouth. From time to time, the corner of his eyes glanced at Lin Qingya, revealing tenderness and appreciation. Lin Qingya was dressed in a plain official uniform, but it could not conceal the wisdom radiating from her. She was indifferent and nodded gently to the praise of the ministers. The civil and military officials around were talking in a lively and relaxed atmosphere.

"Lord Lin is truly a man of genius. He was able to expose all the scandals of His Royal Highness the Crown Prince over the years. I admire him so much!" An old minister stroked his beard, praised with a look of admiration, and nodded continuously.

Lin Qingya smiled, neither humble nor arrogant, "This is my duty." Her voice was not loud, but clear and her eyes were calm and firm. Li Rui watched everything quietly, with a faint smile on his face. He understood Lin Qingya's caution and admired her calm way of dealing with it.

Lin Qingya took advantage of the situation and quickly presented the evidence she had collected about Li Chengze. The memorial was densely packed with evidence of Li Chengze's crimes over the years - corruption, bribery, forming a clique for personal gain, and even plotting rebellion. She placed the files heavily on the dragon case, "Your Majesty, my evidence proves that Li Chengze has formed a foreign enemy and intends to rebel!" Lin Qingya's voice was loud and loud, and the sound echoed in the Jinluan Palace.

The ministers who were still celebrating the victory fell silent in an instant. Emperor Li Heng's face turned pale, and he slammed the dragon table and shouted angrily: "Bold Li Chengze! How dare you be so audacious!" The guards immediately arrested Li Chengze, and when he was escorted away, his face was still filled with unbelievable shock and resentment.

After Li Chengze was taken away, the atmosphere in the court was still solemn. Lin Qingya's decisiveness and speed made all the ministers look at her sideways. This victory not only consolidated Lin Qingya's position, but also made her gain more support and trust. Many ministers who were suspicious of her before have now changed their attitude towards her.

However, the peace is temporary. The fall of Li Chengze did not completely end the power struggle, but attracted more forces hidden in the dark. Lin Qingya vaguely felt that a new storm was about to come, more dangerous than ever before. Her eyes were slightly deep, looking at the bright sunshine outside the Jinluan Palace, a cold arc appeared at the corner of her mouth, and she had already secretly planned a response strategy in her heart. She handed a prepared secret letter to Ah Man beside her, "Send this to Li Rui..."

After Lin Qingya gave her instructions to Ah Man, she turned around and bowed towards the dragon throne, saying, "I'm leaving."


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