Chapter 506: Malicious Intentions

ing Zhen Guan* is a book that every emperor throughout Qin Dynasty would keep on their desk.Unlike many versions of the Zizhi Tongjian circulating in the world, the Zhenguan Zhengyao in Li Chen's hand...Chapter 506: Malicious Intentions

Li Chen did not appreciate the person who wrote the denunciation letter.

Because he could tell, this person was malicious.

If you only report one or two, even three or five corrupt officials, then it could still be explained by a sense of justice.

But with so many corrupt officials, the scope of their involvement spans half the empire. The information is detailed and couldn't have been gathered in just a few years, or even a decade.

There is a person, or an organization, who pays such a huge price to investigate and monitor these corrupt officials. What do they want to do

And at this critical juncture when the empire was already teetering on the brink, to send this letter of denunciation, the purpose could not possibly be pure.

Once Li Chen lost control of his emotions and really followed up on this complaint letter to investigate the officials mentioned in it, half of the empire's local government would collapse.

And this would further reduce the already limited influence of the imperial court on local affairs.

Thus, the day when warlords vie for power and princes rebel will be upon us soon.

"The other party planned meticulously, I'm afraid we won't find any clues." Zhou Pingan said.

Li Chen waved his hand and said, "It doesn't matter if we can't find out. No matter who they are or what their purpose is in sending us this complaint letter, the fact that we haven't made any moves might lead them to take further action. The more they move, the more flaws they reveal. Let's just wait and see, and seize the opportunity when it arises."

With cupped hands, Zhou Ping'an said, "Your humble servant obeys your command."

After Zhou Ping'an left, Li Chen called for Sanbao and gave him the letter of complaint, instructing Sanbao to send the elite of the Dongchang to investigate it thoroughly.

Even though he didn't have much hope, doing something was always better than nothing.

After the three treasures left, Li Chen got up and walked out of Xizheng Hall.

Arriving outside the East Palace's side hall, Li Chen listened to the sound of reading still resonating from within. He listened attentively as a respectful report came from the Hanlin Academy's compiler standing beside him.

"Your Highness, today the Royal Academy officially opened its classes. The princes and princesses have all been well-behaved and obedient, with no one late or causing trouble. King Zhao also personally came to teach and supervise, which has had a significant effect."

Li Chen nodded and said, "The education of princes and princesses is of great importance and cannot be neglected. Since they have entered the academy, they are students. As their teachers, you can punish disobedient students. For any other matters, please report to the East Palace."

The editor was overjoyed to receive the prince's permission. He could now enter the East Palace at any time to report, which meant he had the authority to work in the palace and report directly to the prince. This presented a great opportunity for him to get closer to the prince and secure his favor.

“I obey your command.”

King Zhao has arrived today, is there anything you wish to share Or any unusual behavior you've noticed Li Chen asked.

Shaking his head, the editor said: "Nothing unusual. In fact, King Zhao is very attentive to the education of his princes and princesses. He sometimes lectures them personally, and if he sees anyone being disobedient, he immediately disciplines them."

Very good.

Li Chen nodded and said, "Go back to work, this palace won't go in."

Turning his head, Li Chen went to the inner palace.

As usual, he first went to the Qianyuan Palace to pay respects to Emperor Taishang, who was still in a coma. Then, Li Chen familiarly made his way to Fengxi Palace.

"The lord has arrived, I shall immediately inform the empress."

The palace maid, upon seeing that it was Li Chen, did not dare to put on an empress's airs or obstruct him. She immediately bowed and said,

"No need."

Li Chen waved his hand, "Mother is injured, mustn't be disturbed, I will go myself."

Without reporting, going directly there wouldn't that disturb the Imperial Majesty even more

The maidservant was a little uneasy, but she didn't dare to ask. She could only watch helplessly as the Crown Prince swaggered into the Phoenix Happiness Palace.m from making any headway for a hundred years. Once they cross the Moonlit Pass, they would directly enter the fertile plains of Gansu and Shaanxi provinces, with unimpeded access to Hebei, Beijing, a...