Chapter 212: Humiliation

and immediately saw Chen Tong standing tremblingly in the corner of the Xizheng Hall. His face was pale, and beads of sweat dotted his forehead. The first thing he said was a brutal blow, "What are yo...Three words, simple to the point of being crude, left the Taihe Hall in stunned silence. 。Everyone held their breath, heads bowed, yet all attention was focused on their ears. 。>> 。The outcome of this conflict is crucial. 。The relationship is about those moderates who are still watching in the court, deciding where to put their chips. 。They can't all be the Grand Master of the Imperial Academy, with the title of "three-time elder statesman." No matter if the prince wins or the cabinet laughs last, no one will argue with this old man. It's not worth it, and it would offend a large group of scholars. 。Since they are already within the court, when the storm comes, they cannot remain uninvolved. 。Li Chen's gaze fell on Zhang Bwu, and he said calmly, "I let you speak" Zhang Bwu suddenly raised his voice, and Li Chen rebuked, "This is simply outrageous!""In this Taihe Hall, I stand here representing my father, exercising the imperial power, the power of the guardian of the country. Before I finish speaking, when does it become your turn, a subject, to interrupt How about this, since you want to speak, why don't you come up and stand beside this dragon throne, and give your speech there"Li Chen's eyes were like torches, staring fixedly at Zhang Bwu, whose face was gradually turning ugly, and said coldly, "Or do you want to sit on this dragon throne and speak" As soon as these words came out, the entire Taihe Hall was filled with gasps. 。That's hitting the nail on the head. 。>> 。"Li Chen looked at Zhang Biwu with indifference and said, 'Since you have admitted your mistake, then it's my fault to hold on. So, I will punish you by reducing your salary for half a year as a warning to others. Are you satisfied'Zhang Biwu gritted his teeth." 。At this level, officials are either inherently greedy for money or they have long since stopped caring about material wealth. After all, having tasted the sweetness of power, the pleasure that money can bring is greatly diminished. 。 。us, and perhaps you will experience many temptations, setbacks, hardships, fall into self-doubt, and wonder if any of this is truly worthwhile."Now, I can tell you that these are the challenges you mu...