Chapter 160 [Life and Death Game]

After the court was dismissed, all the civil and military officials withdrew, but did not return home to see their mothers.

Instead, after leaving the main hall, many civil and military officials gathered together for dinner.

In ancient times, there were also such things as plans for dinner, tea, and... sex.

When they gather in groups of three or four, they can't help but discuss what happened in the court today.

"Your Majesty's gift today is truly..."

Someone said this and then shook his head, and didn't say anything else.

“Outside of Kyoto, two states were granted as fiefdoms.

A royal villa was also established in Kyoto.

The two beauties given as rewards were used in a unique way to consolidate the prince's power.

What is even more outrageous is the expansion of the massacre army.

Thirty thousand slaughter troops are stationed in this capital city..."

Smart people always talk to each other to the point and make sure their meaning is clear. There is no need to be too revealing.

"Hey……"

Everyone around him sighed when they heard this.

They also suggested revoking some of Li Chengqian's rights.

However, the memorial submitted was like a stone sinking into the sea, disappearing without any news at all.

"Forget it, forget it. You and I have been worrying about these things for a long time, but it doesn't help at all.

It is better to relax and wait for the prince to ask for rain from heaven in three days.

Then, we'll see how he makes a fool of himself!
The crime of deceiving the emperor may not be a serious crime for the prince, but it can also be used as an opportunity to weaken his power. "

The official who spoke was a capable person who supported the second prince.

"That makes sense!" The others also agreed.

Li Chengqian's power was too great, and many civil and military officials did not want to see such a situation.

Lin House.

Lin Ruofu had just returned from the palace. The carriage stopped in front of the mansion and Yuan Hongdao walked over.

"Prime Minister, is there any big news in the court today?"

Before Lin Ruofu could answer, a voice calling "Dad" came to him.

"Dad, catch that colorful butterfly for me!"

Dabao was holding a colander woven from bamboo strips and running back and forth chasing a colorful butterfly.

The colorful butterfly was probably too tired from running, and it actually landed above Lin Ruofu's head.

At this time, the bamboo woven colander in Dabao's hand was instantly covered.

It just happened to be firmly placed on Lin Ruofu's head.

The colander was so big that it almost covered Lin Ruofu's entire head.

"Prime Minister!" Yuan Hongdao was about to step forward but Lin Ruofu raised his hand to stop him.

"I am fine."

Lin Ruofu took off the bamboo strips on his head and woven a colander.

There was indeed a colorful butterfly in it.

Butterflies of various colors are not uncommon, but this colorful rainbow butterfly is the first time he has seen it.

"Dad, this is mine, mine, I caught it!"

Dabao ran over excitedly, his face full of excitement and joy.

"Okay, it's yours."

After Lin Ruofu handed it to Dabao, he took the fallen leaves off his head with a doting look on his face.

"Dabao, go play over there. Daddy has something to say to Mr. Yuan."

"Okay, Daddy, Dabao is very good. This colorful butterfly is so pretty."

As he spoke, he stared at the butterfly in his hand and walked away to play with it.

"Prime Minister, let's go to the study and talk." Yuan Hongdao said.

"Alright."

The two of them naturally understood the most basic defense, that walls have ears.

After the two walked away and disappeared around the corner of the corridor, the smile on Dabao's face suddenly faded.

He opened his palm and let the colorful butterfly fly away.

However, when the butterfly flew into the air, the fat and stupid boy suddenly slapped the air. Boom!
In an instant, the colorful butterfly exploded and turned into ashes, which fluttered in the wind and dissipated in the sky.

Without leaving any trace.

At this time, some maids and servants from the mansion passed by and talked.

After hearing the sound, the silly fat man returned to his usual stupid appearance, squatting in the grass, looking at the ant nest there, and poking it with his hand.

"Young Master."

The maid and the servant called out to Dabao when they saw him.

Seeing that he didn't answer, she didn't care and just walked away.

"What a fool."

After walking a little further away, the maid said something in a low voice with disgust.

"Ignore him." the servant replied.

On the surface, the maids and servants in the mansion were very respectful and fond of Dabao, especially in front of Lin Ruofu and Yuan Hongdao, they behaved very well.

However, once they are in private and no one is around, they will be as disgusted as before.

Dabao doesn't play with them much either.

The servants were naturally aware of this.

So, just now I just called out and walked away in disgust.

After the two walked away, Dabao stood up and walked towards the study.

It seemed as if he had already ignored the voices talking about him behind his back.

There are only two possibilities in this situation.

The first type is that the person is really stupid and has a worrying IQ.

another kind……

study.

"Prime Minister, are all the plans going well?"

As soon as the two entered the study, Yuan Hongdao couldn't wait to ask.

Seeing that he was so serious about his plan, Lin Ruofu was very satisfied.

This counselor can be dealt with!

He really cares about something!
"Everything went well." Lin Ruofu said after taking a sip of tea.

"Good, very good!" Yuan Hongdao couldn't help but clapped his palms as applause.

"Now, everything is going according to your plan, Prime Minister. Success or failure depends on this one move!"

Lin Ruofu nodded and said, "Success or failure really depends on this one move."

After he finished speaking, he suddenly laughed out loud, a slightly strange laugh with a hint of contempt.

This kind of laughter rarely appears on Lin Ruofu's face.

Even Yuan Hongdao, who had been by his side for many years, rarely saw him laugh with such an expression.

"Prime Minister, what are you doing?" he asked in confusion.

"Li Chengqian is going to pray for rain in the Royal Courtyard for three days. Do you think it's funny?

How can mortals pray for rain from heaven?

I have just asked the officials of the Bureau of Astronomy, and it is still dry and rainless after three days.

Even if he wants to pretend, he has to choose a good time."

The Taishi Bureau, also known as the Sitianjian, was in charge of drafting documents, appointing princes, ministers and officials, recording historical events, compiling history books, and was also in charge of national classics, astronomy, calendar, sacrifices, etc., and was a court minister.

Naturally, matters concerning astronomical phenomena are also under the supervision of the Taishi Bureau.

"Interesting..." Yuan Hongdao revealed a meaningful smile.

This smile also carried a bit of strange meaning.

"Prime Minister, I just happen to have something to tell you. I sent people to the border to investigate the matter of Li Chengqian asking the sky for rain. It's very mysterious.

At least no one could actually witness and prove that the heavy rain was borrowed from the sky.

The more likely possibility is that he just happened to encounter a rare rainstorm in a century, that's all."

Hearing this, Lin Ruofu suddenly felt that the scene three days later would be extremely exciting.

"Three days later, when he loses all face, that will also be the day he dies!"

A rare glimmer of ruthlessness flashed across Lin Ruofu's eyes.

If he doesn't take action, it's fine; but when he does, every move is fatal.

(End of this chapter)