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Chapter 352: Military Power in the Court_2

Once the formalities were concluded, the soft voice of the head eunuch in charge rang out once more:

"Honglu Temple Minister, are there any officials entering or leaving the Imperial Capital to extend thanks or request grace today?"

A side-standing elderly man clad in the Third Grade peacock attire stepped forward and bowed:

"None for today."

Upon hearing this,

the voice of the head eunuch in charge echoed again:

"Are there any officials who wish to report on urgent military matters at the border?"

In the court assembly matters were addressed in a specific order; first to receive those entering or leaving the Imperial Capital, then to discuss urgent border affairs, and afterwards, general political affairs.

As his voice faded, the vast hall fell into a momentary silence...

"Cough."

"Cough."

"Cough."

Three simultaneous coughs sounded almost at the same time.