Chapter 185 Shen Zhong steps down and saves Sean

Just as Shen Zhong was racking his brains to think about how to respond, the little emperor slowly spoke. Although his voice was not loud, it was filled with unquestionable majesty.

"Shen Zhong, what you have done is really unacceptable in the court. From today on, you will be relieved of all your duties and your power will be taken away."

When the little emperor said this, everyone in the room was shocked.

The guards immediately stepped forward and took off the heavy dragon robe without saying a word.

Shen Zhong stood there in a daze, his face full of disbelief, and he instantly became disheartened.

He once held a high position of power, but now he is like a lost dog.

The guards roughly took off his hat and stripped off his clothes that symbolized his honor and status.

Shen Zhong felt dizzy, as if the whole world was collapsing at this moment.

His eyes were filled with despair and unwillingness, yet he was helpless.

The former glory is like a passing cloud, fleeting.

And he, in this sudden change, completely lost his former prestige.

The Queen Mother couldn't help feeling a little bit sorry when she saw this scene.

After all, Shen Zhong had made many contributions to Northern Qi, and now he has ended up like this, which makes the empress dowager feel pity for him.

In addition, Shen Zhong is now the empress dowager's only power in the court. If even Shen Zhong is taken down, the empress dowager will completely lose her say in the court.

So, the Queen Mother couldn't help but speak up for Shen Zhong.

The Queen Mother said with a hint of pleading in her tone:
“Your Majesty, although Shen Zhong made mistakes, he also worked hard for Northern Qi.

Is this punishment too harsh now? "

However, the young emperor was in power at this time and rejected the empress dowager in a tough attitude.

The little emperor raised his chin slightly and said with a firm look in his eyes: "Empress Dowager, Shen Zhong colluded with foreign enemies and betrayed military intelligence. His crime is unforgivable. My mind is made up and cannot be changed."

The young emperor's words were full of majesty, making it impossible for the empress dowager to continue pleading.

The Queen Mother sighed softly and could only helplessly watch Shen Zhong being taken away by the guards, feeling a myriad of emotions in her heart.

After Shen Zhong was deprived of power, the scene fell silent for a while.

At this time, Shangshanhu saw that the time had come, and hurriedly stood up and said: "Your Majesty, Queen Mother, the Jinyiwei cannot be without a leader for a day.

Now that Shen Zhong has been dismissed, the Jinyiwei is leaderless.

I think it would be better to let my adoptive father continue to take over the post of Jinyiwei.

My adoptive father is loyal to Northern Qi and is also the creator of the Imperial Guard. It is most appropriate for him to serve as the Imperial Guard's pacification envoy."

Uesugi Tora spoke sincerely, his eyes full of expectation.

He knew very well that this was a rare opportunity to further advance his power in the Northern Qi court.

After hearing what Uesugi Tora said, the young emperor and the empress dowager fell into deep thought.

The Queen Mother remained silent, with a complicated expression on her face, as if she was weighing the pros and cons of Uesugi Tora's proposal.

The little emperor frowned slightly and fell into thought.

The atmosphere in the hall was a little solemn for a moment, and everyone's eyes shifted back and forth between the Queen Mother, the little emperor and Uesugi Tora, waiting for their decision.

After a moment, the little emperor slowly spoke: "Let's put this matter aside for now and discuss it later.

Today is the Queen Mother's birthday party, and we can't let this incident ruin the atmosphere. The party continues."

Although the little emperor's words were light, they carried unquestionable majesty.

Upon hearing this, everyone breathed a sigh of relief, and the atmosphere of the birthday party gradually returned to being lively again.

Although Shangshan Hu was unwilling, he did not dare to disobey the emperor's order and could only withdraw quietly. After the birthday banquet, the civil and military officials left one after another, and the young emperor left Fan Xian, Shangshan Hu, Su Wenyi and Ye Buhui alone.

The atmosphere in the hall was quiet and solemn. The little emperor sat at the head of the table, his eyes scanning Fan Xian, Shang Shan Hu, Su Wenyi, and Ye Buhui in turn.

The young emperor looked at Uesugi Tiger and slowly explained, "General Uesugi, I will not allow Sean to continue to serve as the Jinyiwei pacification envoy for two reasons.

First, Sean is old and has limited energy, so he may not be able to take on such an important position.

Secondly, Grand Master Ku He also has an attitude towards this, and I have to consider it carefully. "

Then, the little emperor turned his gaze to Fan Xian and Shang Shan Hu and said, "I will tell you where Xiao En is, you can go and rescue him.

But this matter needs to be handled with caution and no more twists and turns can be caused.
The emperor's words contained both majesty and entrustment.

Fan Xian and Shangshan Hu looked at each other, and a complex emotion surged in their hearts.

When Uesugi Tora heard what the little emperor said, his expression froze, and he immediately knelt on his knees without hesitation.

Shangshanhu lowered his head slightly, and said in a firm and respectful tone: "Your Majesty is wise, and I, Shangshanhu, will obey your majesty's orders and sacrifice my life to repay your majesty's kindness.

I will be loyal to Your Majesty and serve Northern Qi without any second thoughts."

Uesugi Tora's words were powerful and echoed in the hall, demonstrating his loyalty and determination to the young emperor.

The little emperor nodded slightly, expressing his satisfaction with Uesugi Tora's statement.

A moment later, Uesugi Tora left with the message from the little emperor.

After Uesugi Tora left, the little emperor suddenly turned around and looked at Su Wenyi and the other two.

The little emperor asked Su Wenyi with a curious look on his face, "Is this your doing?"

"First, the smuggling incident was exposed, causing Shen Zhong to lose the support of the people. Shen Zhong started to talk back, and his arrogant and overbearing behavior was annoying."

"At this time, Shang Shanhu came out and told the story of Shen Wan'er."

Su Wenyi smiled and said, "Yes, after this time, it won't be long before you become the empress."

When Fan Xian heard Su Wenyi say the word "Empress", he suddenly felt a strong curiosity in his heart.

His eyes moved back and forth between Su Wenyi and the little emperor Zhan Doudou, trying to find the answer from their expressions.

Su Wenyi noticed Fan Xian's curiosity, turned his head slightly to look at Fan Xian, and said slowly: "Fan Xian, do you know the true identity of His Majesty?"

Fan Xian was slightly startled and shook his head.

Su Wenyi raised the corner of his mouth slightly, and continued: "Your Majesty, it's not a man, but a woman!"

Fan Xian was shocked after hearing this. He never thought that the little emperor was actually a girl.

Zhan Doudou saw Fan Xian's reaction, smiled heartily, and frankly admitted: "Yes, I am a woman.

I want to become the world's first female emperor, to show the world that women can rule the world."

Zhan Doudou's eyes were full of determination and confidence, as if the world was in her hands.

Fan Xian was silent for a moment, and he was deeply impressed by Doudou's courage and determination to fight against him.

In this era where men are superior to women, it is truly admirable that Zhan Doudou dares to challenge tradition and pursue her own dreams.

Fan Xian bowed slightly and said, "Your Majesty has lofty ambitions, and I admire you. If Your Majesty needs anything, I will definitely help you with all my strength."

Zhan Doudou nodded slightly, with a hint of appreciation in his eyes.

At this time, Ye Buhui was also shocked by Zhan Doudou's courage.

Ye Buhui's gaze was fixed on Zhan Doudou, with a fiery light flashing in his eyes.

Ye Buhui opened his mouth slightly, and after a while he murmured, "Your Majesty, oh no, sister, you are so amazing!"

　Emmm, sorry, only two updates today, because I ate spicy food and had a secret that I couldn’t tell, it’s painful!
　　
　
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