The most romantic little emperor

Chapter 427 Overt and covert fighting

Su Zhengfang was silent for a moment, then slowly said: "Go and tell them that your father already knows their demands. I will do my best to mediate and stop the little emperor from getting angry. Let them relax and go back first!"

Su Meng nodded, then said respectfully: "Yes, father. I understand. I will do as you wish."

After saying that, Su Meng turned around and prepared to leave the study.

However, just as he was about to step out of the study, Su Zhengfang suddenly changed his mind and said, "Forget it, let's invite them to the reception room. I will meet them later and calm everyone down."

"Otherwise, these people might become disloyal. If they all surrender to the young emperor, we will have fewer people to use in the future."

Su Meng was slightly stunned, then he understood his father's intention. He nodded, turned around and quickly left the study to arrange the next matters.

After some effort, Su Zhengfang finally calmed down the panicked officials. He sat down on the armchair with a look of decadence and pale face, as if all his spirit and strength had been drained at this moment.

These days, he has been repeatedly defeated by the little emperor, which has caused him to feel deeply frustrated. He can't help but doubt his own abilities. Could it be that this kid Qin Hao is really his nemesis?

"Father, what should we do next?" Su Meng interrupted his thoughts and asked in a low voice.

Su Zhengfang sighed, slowly opened his deep eyes, and said in a hoarse voice: "What did the remnant of the previous dynasty do?"

Su Meng shook his head slightly and whispered, "There has been no movement yet, but our people have brought back news that he will create chaos to cooperate with our next move."

He paused for a moment, a hint of hesitation flashed in his eyes, and then he spoke carefully: "Father, should we consider joining forces with the Liao people..."

"No."

Su Zhengfang interrupted Su Meng and sighed, "I know what you want to say, but cooperating with the Liao people is like seeking the skin of a tiger. It is very risky."

"I, your father, now regret having cooperated with the Liao people. Therefore, unless it is absolutely necessary, our Su family must not go down this old path again."

"Then how should we deal with it next?" Su Meng asked anxiously.

Su Zhengfang's eyes revealed a sinister look. He spoke slowly, enunciating each word: "Little Emperor, you forced me to do all this, so don't blame me for being ruthless."

He paused, turned his gaze to Su Meng, and said with determination: "Meng'er, go and inform Liu Fu immediately and ask him to start the second action plan immediately. There must be no mistakes."

……

Dong Sicheng learned early on that the five ministers had jointly impeached a number of officials.

When he heard the news, there was no expression on his face.

At this moment, he was sitting quietly in the study, playing with an exquisite jade cup in his hand, with a deep light flashing in his eyes, as if he was thinking about something.

The housekeeper walked into the study, came to Dong Sicheng, and said respectfully: "Master, many officials have come from outside, and they hope to seek an audience with you."

Dong Sicheng gently put down the crystal clear jade cup in his hand, and slowly stood up, his movements were elegant and calm, with a faint smile on his face: "Come on, accompany me to see who are the people who are here?"

When I walked into the reception room, there was already a lot of discussion.

When these officials saw Dong Sicheng, they were all in awe, and they immediately knelt on the ground and asked him for help.

"Master Taifu, the impeachment storm is getting more and more serious. I'm afraid there are many people present on the list. What do you think we should do?"

"Master Dong, we have always followed your lead. Please show us the way forward!"

"That's right, Master Taifu, you can't just stand by and watch someone die!"

"..."

At this moment, Dong Sicheng took the teacup handed to him by the housekeeper without hurrying, and took a sip of the fragrant tea. The aroma lingered, and the fragrance of tea instantly filled his mouth. He raised the corners of his mouth slightly and uttered two words softly: "Good tea."

However, the trusted ministers present had no intention of listening to him savor the rare aroma of tea.

They were so anxious that they whispered to each other and cast expectant glances at Dong Sicheng from time to time, hoping that he could give them some guidance.

"Master Taifu, we are all so anxious, but you are still in a good mood and sipping tea so leisurely. Please give us some advice quickly! If it is too late, we will be in big trouble." A trusted minister who was extremely worried could not help but reminded directly.

Dong Sicheng raised his head slightly and swept his eyes across the crowd, his eyes showing both blame and helplessness.

He slowly put down the teacup, sighed and said, "You guys are always greedy for pleasure and have no scruples when it comes to corruption and bribery. Now that the matter has come to an end, you feel anxious."

"Humph! What did I tell you before? I told you to keep your hands under control and not touch money you shouldn't take. Did you take my words to heart?"

As soon as he finished speaking, the room fell into silence.

The officials present looked at each other, knowing that although Dong Sicheng's words were harsh, they made sense.

Many people felt ashamed but speechless.

Some officials sneered after hearing this and thought to themselves: Dong Sicheng, don't make yourself sound so noble. Have you taken less money from us over the years?

"Master Taifu, you can't just stand by and watch him die!" Another trusted minister knelt down at Dong Sicheng's feet, pulling at his trouser legs and crying.

Seeing this, the others followed suit, kneeling down and begging, "Master Taifu, as the father-in-law of His Majesty, please consider our past friendship and ask His Majesty for some forgiveness for us!"

"What do you mean? Get up quickly."

Dong Sicheng frowned, looking unhappy, and quickly stopped them, saying, "Otherwise, I will no longer ask about your request."

Seeing that Dong Sicheng was unhappy, everyone quickly stood up and dared not say anything more.

Dong Sicheng stood up and paced back and forth. After a long time, he stopped and said with a firm look: "The only solution now is..."

Before he could finish his words, he was interrupted by the sound of hurried footsteps.

A doorman rushed into the room and reported breathlessly: "Your Excellency, the Emperor has ordered you to come to the palace to see the Emperor immediately!"

Dong Sicheng frowned slightly, but then regained his composure. He looked at everyone deeply, then said calmly: "You can go back first. I will take care of this matter myself."

After saying this, he straightened his clothes and left the room.

The officials who were left looked at each other in bewilderment.

Everyone then came to their senses. They realized that Dong Sicheng's visit to the palace might determine their future fate, and they felt a little hopeful.