"How can a sect get the inland waterway shipping business and touch the country's grain reserves? You are all high officials of the imperial court. Anyone will be intimidated by a word from your butler. How could Zhao Xiaoshu be disobedient? Are you really a bunch of? Have you never wondered why?

The emperor of the Tang Dynasty looked at his subjects, who, in his opinion, were like a bunch of idiots. He grabbed his thumping head with his right hand. Anger and disappointment made him want to laugh hysterically. He glared at them, patted the armrest, and said, "Do you want to know who is the supporter of the first sect in Chang'an?" Now you know. It's me! Don't you think you're all the greatest fools in the world?

"Ichthyosaurus! Ichthyosaurus Gang! You are all educated, secular people. How could none of you have thought of the potential meaning of the name? In Chang'an, who would dare to use this name without my permission? I'm so disappointed in you. It's not because you choose to ignore the law and oppress the people. I'm disappointed because you're all stupid! A sucker! After all these years, you still don't understand. A sucker!

The battle in the spring rain really forced out Chao Xiaoshu's trump card. The moment this card appeared, the wind and rain disappeared. The ace is just too strong. With just one command, everyone has turned into a, and he is now scrambling to make sure someone is responsible for the situation.

The kneeling officials were distraught and did not know what to say. They thought to themselves, "No one has found out that the sect has anything to do with the people in the palace. Moreover, the emperor is like a dragon, high above and precious, while the Ichthyosaurus Gang is a goldfish in the Chang'an Canal. Their position is like heaven and earth, and they do not belong to the same world. Who would have thought that there would be such a relationship between the two?

This situation is like the official of the yamen who made it difficult for the kitchen helper, only to find that he had the support of the tax minister! The question is, why would someone with the support of a high-ranking official work as a kitchen helper in the yamen!

If Chao Xiaoshu was the person His Majesty met among the people and became close, why would he still wander around the world like a fish in a dirty canal? As long as His Majesty says a word, he can become a fourth- or fifth-level official. The court officials were not stupid, the emperor was just playing with them.

Whether kneeling on a cold gold tile or sitting in an uncomfortable seat, Tang Dynasty officials had grouse in their mouths. But no one dared to mention it to the man sitting on the throne.

For these bigwigs of the empire, getting rid of Lao Zhao of the Spring Breeze Pavilion was a trivial matter, but they unexpectedly encountered the biggest obstacle in the world. Of course, they will feel that they are unlucky, but the point is that when their subordinates dealt with Lao Zhao, they not only used the power of the imperial court, but also the army. This is the trigger point for the emperor.

How are they going to solve this problem?

Xing Chengyu, Minister of Taxation, did not feel that the gold medal of the Minister's Office was so hard until today. He never knelt except for large gatherings. In fact, he had never knelt for so long.

He secretly wiped the cold sweat from his forehead. His back felt like it was about to break. He stole a glance at his side, trying to find a hint of unity and comfort in his current position, and did feel much better when he saw the depressed expressions of the other military officials around him. In retrospect, his legs still feel like jelly and he is very thankful that nothing has happened to him so far.

The main reason for the conflict seems to be that the shipping government wants land on Lin 47th Street. But that's just an excuse. I knew what was going on, but I chose not to interfere. However, the military department has explored this too deeply. I heard that on that rainy night, more than twenty elite members of the Yulin Imperial Guard and a Mind Master who entered the Perspective State were killed. In this case, how can Your Majesty let you go?

The middle-aged man on the throne was both sarcastic and angry, as could be seen in his loud voice. His roar ended with a sigh. "I founded such a sect many years ago and became the ears and eyes of the masses. It's really hard to keep secrets for more than ten years, see what happened? You fools seeking small gains have forced them into the light. How do I use them now? I said you stupid guys are wrong?

The emperor sighed in despair, while his subjects sighed regretfully. They now knew who the Ichthyosaurus Sect belonged to. This is indeed the product of His Majesty's strolling through the streets of Chang'an during his days as the crown prince. They thought to themselves, "This is just your plaything, why do you have so much to say?"

At this time, the emperor's voice became unusually cold, without a trace of sarcasm, and he stared intently at his subjects. "The question is, are you all doing this for small gains? I know what you're all thinking, but how can my family and I tolerate the challenge you fools pose? "You tout the name of the queen and princess and cause trouble throughout Chang'an. But you don't know, my queen has always known about the relationship between the sect and the palace. I personally took Yu'er to the Spring Breeze Pavilion!

The officials in the palace could not withstand wave after wave of ridiculous claims. General Huaihua of the military headquarters and the emperor's attendants felt their legs under them and collapsed to the ground in fear.

The emperor looked at the two of them coldly and said, "The responsibility of the Tang army is to protect the land and expand our territory. They shouldn't help gangs steal land! What's even more shameful is that they didn't even win! In that case, Commander, you will train the army for me in Changning for three or five years. Only if your army can defeat the Chang'an Gang can you come back.

Changning was located in the southwestern part of the empire. Summers are hot and humid, and winters are wet and cold. The forested mountainous areas of the region are full of diseases and poisonous substances. For officials of the Tang Dynasty, this was often considered a dangerous journey. As for defeating the Chang'an Gang in three or five years...... Everything the emperor said was the truth. If he thinks you've been defeated, how can you come back?

The emperor only said a word, and a high-ranking officer of the army was sent to great suffering. It is likely that he will never return to the center position. This is indeed a severe punishment. The other officials in the palace became more and more afraid. The commander was just glad that he had rested his head on his neck and kowtowed loudly in thanks.

The emperor was tired after scolding those fools all day. He looked at the officials who didn't dare to refute, and he was even more tired. He took a deep sip of the tea handed by Li Yu before waving to the eunuch.

Eunuch Lin appeared beside the emperor's bed in a flash, and opened the emperor's edict with his skinny hands. "In the thirteenth year of Tianqi, Xing Chengyu, the Minister of Taxation, had to stay at home for three months to reflect. Your Majesty will await your defense.

Defense is just a façade. His Majesty is changing his resignation to his subjects and return to their homeland. Xing Chengyu raised his head and responded, thinking that his officialdom was over because of such a trivial matter. His hands supporting his body trembled at the thought of the Chang'an Gang who had ended his career.

Eunuch Lin continued to read the edict. An assistant minister was sent to prison, and the logistics of the Department of Revenue were completely cleaned up. Some officials were dismissed from their posts in the Chang'an local government. The mayor of the capital was sent to Tianshuiwei, and the emperor's attendants were tried and found guilty. The military department suffered the heaviest bows. General Xiahou angrily demanded an explanation for the death of his best subordinate, Zhuo'er, so the emperor sent seven men from his army to the gallows to appease the general. Perhaps, it can be said that this is made for Chao Xiaoshu.

During the reading of the edict and the trial, no matter how much blood was shed by the subjects, the emperor remained silent, crying loudly to declare their innocence, or sneering gratefully. It wasn't until he found someone to pick up the mayor of the capital that he frowned and thought of a name.

"Chang'an Judicial and Military Supervisor. What's that person's name? Shangguan's stuff.

"Shangguan Yuyang," the archivist replied. He looked at the emperor and could guess what he was thinking. He coughed slightly and continued, "He has always done well in the official examinations, and he is a scholar in the imperial examinations. It's just that he doesn't look good. So..."

"What I needed was someone who could take care of my subjects. I'm not choosing a concubine. The emperor waved his hand impatiently and said, "He's here to substitute."

The palace of advisers was gradually emptied, and the officials were either sent away or left. The prince, who had been sitting silently all along, could no longer sit still. He got up from where he was sitting, walked to the emperor's bed, lifted his robe, knelt down, and slapped loudly.