Chapter 11233 - Chapter 11233: Chapter 11231: The Battle of the Three Kingdoms!
Chapter 11233: Chapter 11231: The Battle of the Three Kingdoms!
“This servant understands.”
The butler immediately reacted.” I’ll arrange for someone to talk to her. That girl is a smart person. I’m sure she will make a wise choice.”
” This is a big matter. Don’t underestimate it.” Xiao Mang sat up straight.
“Patriarch, don’t worry. This servant understands.”
The butler replied seriously.
The so-called talk he had just said was naturally not as simple as just saying it.
Cultivators at this level had extremely firm willpower. If they wanted to change their minds, they naturally had to use some unusual methods.
He was already familiar with this aspect.
In the royal study.
Lin Yi saw the emperor again.
He had thought that the other party would definitely show his gratitude by summoning him this time. After all, with the other party’s identity as the puppet emperor, it was definitely not an easy task for him to obtain a quota for the rule reconstruction.
According to normal circumstances, no matter how reserved the emperor’s personality was, he would definitely express a few words to make him feel grateful.
However, he didn’t.
The emperor’s expression was unusually ugly.
“Take a look. This is the memorial submitted by my Grand Tutor!”
The emperor threw a memorial in front of Lin Yi.
Lin Yi picked it up and glanced at it. The content was that Xiao Mang was asking the emperor to punish Wu Wudi.
Lin Yi instantly understood-no wonder he was so angry.
The emperor wanted to pardon Wu Wudi. This was something that everyone in the court knew.
However, if he wanted to successfully pardon them, he would have to face not only the great resistance of the seven kings led by King Qin’s residence, but also the imperial court.
Putting everything else aside, if the emperor wanted to make this suggestion, the three chancellors had to agree first.
Otherwise, there wouldn’t even be a discussion, let alone a formal pardon.
If the emperor wanted to contend with the seven kings, the three dukes were the foundation that he had to grasp.
On the surface, the three dukes of the current dynasty were indeed officials left behind by the previous emperor. They had received the kindness of the previous emperor. Regardless of their positions or interests, they were naturally opposed to the seven kings ‘mansions.
In terms of feelings and reason, she should be on the same side as him.
Although the three dukes had not shown such a close relationship, they were indeed on the emperor’s side.
Who would have thought that there would be such an unexpected twist in Wu Wudi’s matter?
“He’s the Grand Tutor! He is my teacher!”
The emperor’s eyes were bloodshot as he roared in a low voice,” No one in the world can be on the same side as me. Only he can’t!”
Lin Yi fell silent.
In this matter, he had no room to interrupt. No matter what he said, it would be wrong.
After a moment, the emperor calmed down and said faintly,” Marquis Wu must be saved. Without Marquis Wu, I will be completely disarmed. This is my bottom line.”
“No one can cross this line.”
“If you don’t want to change your mindset, then change your mindset.”
Lin Yi raised an eyebrow in surprise. This puppet emperor’s personality was a bit more unyielding than he had expected.
Grand Tutor Xiao Mang might not be as influential as the seven kings, but he was still an existence that stood at the top of the officials.
It was definitely not an easy task to replace him.
Moreover, from the perspective of a bystander, if the emperor really attacked him, it would be the same as digging his own grave and letting the seven kings take advantage of him.
Facing such a situation, anyone else would probably hesitate for a while. It was rare for the emperor to have such courage.
“Lin Yi, can I trust you?” The emperor was silent for a while before looking at Lin Yi.
“I’m willing to die for His Majesty,” Lin Yi said without hesitation.
It wasn’t difficult to find out what Xiao Mang had done behind the scenes. Since he had already noticed it, and with the connections of the Prince Zhao Residence, it wasn’t difficult to find out the whole story.
After all, Xiao Mang was just giving him a warning to make him tactfully offer the benefits.
He didn’t intend to hide that beating.
Now that the emperor wanted to make a move on Xiao Mang, it was exactly what Lin Yi wanted.
The emperor looked at him deeply and said in a low voice,”If this matter succeeds, you will be my right-hand man.”.
“Please, Your Majesty,” Lin Yi said seriously.
“After all, he is my teacher. We have been friends for so many years. Even if he has gone astray, we have to give him another chance.”
The emperor sighed and leaned back in his chair.” I’ve already sent someone to persuade him. I hope he’ll return to the right path.”
Lin Yi understood.
It turned out that this tough act just now was just a show for him to see.
This puppet emperor might have some of his strength, but it was probably not much.
As long as there was a chance to not fall out, the other party would probably choose to compromise.
Speaking of which, unless he was forced to a certain extent, it was indeed a little too much to want a puppet emperor to have the courage to burn his bridges.
Grand Tutor Manor.
The middle door opened wide, and Grand Tutor Xiao Mang personally came out to welcome him. This was because the guest who came to visit this time was no ordinary person. Like him, he was one of the three dukes, and it was the current Grand Protector, Xu Guangqi.
They were both important ministers. Not only did they have similar statuses, but they also shared the same stance on many matters. At the same time, they also had a good personal relationship.
” Brother Xiao,” Xu Guangqi said,” I’m afraid it’s inappropriate for you to punish Marquis Wu severely.”
“Oh?”
“What’s wrong?” Xiao Mang asked. Brother Xu, please guide me.”
” Marquis Wu has always been the strongest supporter of His Majesty,” Xu Guangqi said in a deep voice.” He is also the source of His Majesty’s confidence in fighting against the Seven Kings. If he is dealt with, His Majesty will have no one to rely on.”
” Hmph!” Xiao Mang scoffed.” Marquis Wu is definitely colluding with the enemy. Your Majesty, you are truly short-sighted if you place your hopes on him!”
Xu Guangqi looked at him deeply and sighed.” Marquis Wu is gone. Who will take his place?”
Although the emperor was already trying to nurture Lin Yi, everyone could see that Lin Yi couldn’t take over Wu Wudi’s position in a short period of time.
The current Lin Yi was at most a potential stock worth looking forward to, but it was far from enough to talk about true combat strength.
” Justice is in the hearts of the people,” Xiao Mang said righteously.” Since I’m the Grand Tutor, I must uphold the bottom line of etiquette.”
“Even the Son of Heaven can’t surpass it!”
“Is this the righteousness in Brother Xiao’s eyes?” Xu Guangqi could not hide his disappointment.
Xiao Mang puffed out his chest and raised his head.” That’s right. I am the teacher of the Son of Heaven, and the teacher of all the people in the world. I can’t let the people of the world down just because of the Son of Heaven!”
Xu Guangqi shook his head and looked at him with a complicated expression.” Have you talked to the King of Qin, Brother Xiao?” he asked.
They had been old friends for many years. He knew exactly what righteousness the other party was talking about.
It was just a cover.
“..”
“I don’t know what you’re talking about, Brother Xu,” said Xiao Mang as he lowered his head and sipped his tea.