you, elder sir, thank you, elder sir!"Seeing Li Yinhǔ's delighted expression and his hurried thanks, Zhao Xuanji said calmly, "Your Highness the King of Zhao, there is something old man must remind yo...Chapter 1053: Once Promised the World's Best

Su Zhendong, Dantai Jingzhi, Xu Changqing······

A long procession of officials from the Donggong faction poured in.

Even He Kun, Xu Junlou, Fu Minqing, and Zou Chenglong were all there.

Compared to officials within the existing cabinet system, officials from the East Palace faction were characterized by their smaller numbers, younger ages, and lower ranks.

But all of this, under the leadership of Su Zhenting and Dantai Jingzhi, seems insignificant.

These two people single-handedly raised the average.

Many officials from various factions within the cabinet saw a change in their expressions upon seeing Dantangjing's arrival.

They knew that Dantai Jingzhi was closer to the Eastern Palace, but in several court struggles, Dantai Jingzhi didn't express his stance or make any public political declarations. He also paid little attention to government affairs.

But now, at this very moment, the fact that this world-renowned sage has arrived here with Su Zhen Ting already proves his stance and attitude.

"My Lord, I am late."

Dantai Jing bowed to Li Chen.

"You're welcome, sir."

Li Chen said softly, "Mr. being here is already a good thing."

"The rain was pouring down, making the roads impassable, but those who were meant to come would still arrive."

Dantai Jing turned around, his clouded eyes swept over the officials of the Neigong faction. Few dared to meet his gaze.

Slowly, Dantai Jingzhi spoke.

His voice was low, laced with the frailty of age, yet it still carried clearly to each ear.

"My fellow esteemed colleagues, after years of arduous study in solitude, you have finally achieved your goal of serving your country. Each and every one of you standing here today has overcome many obstacles. I believe that in your youth, you were all full of vigor and ambition, yearning to become upright and incorruptible officials."

"Now that things have come to this, you truly intend to rebel against the imperial court"

The next two sentences hung in the air, and a deathly silence fell over the scene. No one dared to confront Dantai Jingzi.

Still Zhang Biwu, he knew anyone could be silent, but he couldn't.

Gritting his teeth, Zhang Biwu said, "Sir, we are not rebelling. We only ask that the prince withdraw..."

"The old man didn't speak to you."

Dantai Jing lightly interrupted Zhang Biwu's words, causing the latter's face to turn pale.

He couldn't understand why someone like Dantai Jing, who was always kind and gentle with everyone, giving off such a good impression, would treat him this way.

Soon, Dantai Jingzhi solved his confusion.

They are all still salvageable, but you are not, because you few are the instigators.

"Dan Taijing said this and no longer looked at Zhang Bwu, whose face was turning purple. He raised his hand and bowed to the officials of the Inner Cabinet, saying, 'I'll just give you one word.'"

"From a young age, I harbored ambitions that reached the heavens. I once vowed to be the best in the world."

“You are all talented individuals, but those whose abilities or luck fell short wouldn't even be standing here. Most of you are former top scholars, ranking first, second, and third in the imperial examinations. Ask yourselves, on the day you achieved fame and fortune, when spring winds carried your triumph and horses galloped beneath your feet, what were your aspirations Now, standing here at the Golden Water Bridge, plotting a rebellion, are those dreams still within your grasp”

After he finished speaking, the scene remained eerily silent.

Only the heavy rain continued to pour down.

Tantai Jing let out a deep sigh and turned to Li Chen, saying, “Your Highness, this old minister has finished speaking.”

Li Chen nodded.

He didn't expect these officials from the cabinet factions to suddenly see the light just because of what Dantai Jing had said.

This is not just about political stance, but also about life and death.

They stood there, already having only one path left: to walk down the road of no return. Even regret would only lead them to hell.

To have Dàntái Jìngzhī say these words is nothing more than to fulfill the elder's kind intentions.ren't you afraid of dying"The saintess looked at Li Chen, her gaze as still as an ancient well."You have been waging a nationwide campaign against the White Lotus Sect, inciting various martial arts s...