Chapter 607: Roping In (1)

Translator: Henyee Translations Editor: Henyee Translations

Your Majesty, recall the time when the fifth princess fell ill, and you sought Mrs. Sus a.s.sistance. However, Mrs. Su, acknowledging the fifth princesss mental ailment, expressed her remorse and helplessness.

It was emphasized that the fifth princess could heal if she forgave herself, avoiding the need for medication. Yet, if she remains trapped in trauma, her recovery will remain elusive.

But now, with this imperial edict, arent you complicating matters for her?

Revealing this incident would not only disappoint the civil and military officials but also expose the emperors true sentiments. You are aware of the potential consequences!

The old dukes patience had worn thin. Initially, he tried to diplomatically persuade the new emperor, but seeing the king turn a deaf ear and persist in his intentions, the old dukes frustration boiled over. His final words were stern, lacking any pretense of deference.

He adopted a threatening tone, indicating that if the new king persisted, he would face a fate akin to the previous emperors.

I trust Your Majesty comprehends the gravity of the situation. I shall take my leave.

With a somber expression, the old duke departed from the inner hall. The civil and military officials outside refrained from questioning him, given his stern demeanor.

Only the old dukes trusted minister cautiously approached.

The old duke tersely stated, Theres nothing more to discuss. Kindly depart! Only after the old dukes departure did the civil and military officials disperse, one after another.

Inside the hall, the Empress Dowager pointed at the new emperor, admonis.h.i.+ng him sternly.

Why cant you set aside your inappropriate thoughts! You are the emperor! Periodically, a procession of beauties enters the palace. You can choose any woman you desire. Why fixate on Mrs. Su?

If you are wise, express goodwill towards Su Bin and Mrs. Su. Gaining their support would undoubtedly hasten the downfall of the Public House!

Instead of devising plans against them, focus on how to bring Su Bin and Mrs. Su into your alliance.

The new emperors arrogance had dissipated upon the old dukes departure, his ears ringing with the gravity of the warning. He couldnt dismiss the fear of facing a fate similar to the late emperor.

He was genuinely apprehensive, especially when the old duke, losing patience, departed with a flick of his sleevesending s.h.i.+vers down the new emperors spine.

Fortunately, the Grand Empress Dowager remained unaware of his visible trepidation. Otherwise, he might have sought refuge in a crack in the ground.

Hearing the Empress Dowagers counsel, the new emperor felt dejected. Ive considered this approach, but I fear Su Bins resentment. After all, I once

He had harbored intentions toward Mrs. Su and almost succeeded, causing natural animosity from Su Bin.

Thats why I contemplate removing Su Bin from the equation.

If this continues, their wealth could rival a nations. If they harbor ill intentions, wont they be harder to control in the future?

The Empress Dowager sympathized with the new emperor.

She rea.s.sured him, patting her chest. Fear not, Your Majesty! Release your feelings for Mrs. Su and ally with them. Allow me to handle it!

Even confined within the deep palace, she remained well- informed about external affairs. Having cultivated her own influence during her time as empress, her power remained a well-kept secret, unknown to both successive emperors and members of the Public House.

When the time came, her discreet decrees would reach Su Bin and Mrs. Su..