"That still depends on whether he can truly be reborn from the ashes when faced with adversity. If not, he will simply be eliminated," Emperor Longchang said calmly, "The struggle between the Emperor's sons allows no negligence, for it concerns the fate of our great Da Qian for thousands of years."
"Your Majesty, that Wang Shouzhe is defying the imperial decree under the guise of righteousness. Should this old servant personally go and bring him here to see Your Majesty?"
"Hmph! There's no need for that. What is my status? Am I someone he can see whenever he wishes, or not see if he chooses not to? Let him be. Sooner or later, he will come begging to me."
Master and servant, each saying their piece, gradually moved away.
...
Almost at the same time.
After leaving the court, Meng Yuanbai immediately gathered a few trusted officials from the Three Talents Section and rushed to Ding Duke's Mansion under the guise of inspecting the taxes.
Upon entering Ding Duke's Mansion.