From the first-rank prime minister to the ninth-rank county magistrate, there are very few honest officials who are truly selfless and desireless.

Therefore, even if the dynasty is so clear and the emperor is so wise, we cannot expect that the people standing in the hall are selfless and dedicated ministers.

What can drive people to do things seriously is nothing more than various benefits. Whether it is seeking power, seeking prominence, wealth, or just to make a fortune for a lifetime... you must have something to ask for.

Only in troubled times can we have the opportunity to show our skills.

If Chu Chen and Nan Mohao can compete in the court, the ministers in the court will spend enough time to judge, hesitate, and finally make a decision - who should stand behind.

This is a risky option.

But wealth and honor are in danger.

Just like the prince you choose to support when fighting for the throne, if you choose the right one, it means that you will be successful in the future. If you choose the wrong one, you will most likely be doomed.

Risk often also means a process of chasing stimulation.

A dull life is not suitable for these foxes who pursue fame and fortune in the officialdom.

Although Nan Mohao didn't say anything, he understood Chu Chen's meaning and would cooperate with him - satisfying the ministers' fantasy and expectations for conspiracy and power.

The Ling Kingdom Dynasty will usher in a completely different dynasty situation from now on.

...

It is really not a comfortable thing to travel in the hot summer.

Zixi is very hard-working.

Because she is weak now and cannot use her internal strength, and the carriage is stuffy and hot, Qin Shang is worried that she will get sick before her confinement period, so she softly begs his master to rush to go at night and rest during the day.

The hottest peaks of the hot summer in July have faded, and it will not be too hard to travel.

The sun shines during the day and the sultry heat in the carriage is unbearable.

Fortunately, Emperor Xiu was still a human being. Perhaps it was because Qin Shang was too sincere and looked so gentle when he lowered his eyebrows and eyes to beg him.

But delaying the journey could not stop Zixi from becoming weaker and weaker in her body. After three days of travel, Zixi was about to finish her life. When she was staying in Licheng Villa at dawn, she had just stepped out of the carriage and spurted blood. Her body fell from the carriage without warning, and her face looked as decay as if she was dead.

Qin Shang was almost frightened and his heart stopped suddenly. He hurriedly helped her up. He shouted several times, but saw her angry and opened her eyes dyingly, and her eyes almost lost their focus.

Emperor Xiu took her a pill and ordered the guards who were with him to carry her into the wing room of the other courtyard and put it on the bed. He ignored her and let her fall asleep.

"Master." Qin Shang was uneasy and couldn't help but hold a little hope, "Is the life-saving pill that Zixi took just now?"

Emperor Xiu glanced at him casually: "I said she will die, where can I get the medicine to save my life?"

Qin Shang's heart sank: "Then..."

"Extend a few days to allow her to hold on to the top of the Nine Pavilions." Emperor Xiu's tone was faint, revealing his indifference to life and death.

When Qin Shang heard this, his expression changed slightly.

Persist to the top of the Nine Pavilions?

But if he can't save him, why did the master ask Zixi to come with him?

If he is really destined to die, why not let Zixi die in the Lingguo Palace?

That's Zixi's destination, isn't it?

Qin Shang was puzzled and could not get the answer from his master for the time being, so he whispered: "I will go and see the little prince first."

The child was taken care of by the wet nurse along the way, and was placed in the wing room next to Zixi.

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The plot of these three chapters is relatively dull, but it is necessary to overdo it. The exciting plot will come soon.

Happy April Fool's Day.
Chapter completed!