The Love Imagination System

Section 51: Dialogue

The prime minister stood in front of the emperor's palace, under a large peach tree that began to grow foliage. Beside him, Emperor Baili was similarly well-steady, but his position was a few steps ahead of the prime minister.

Emperor Baili's golden robe fluttered in the spring breeze. His gold-encrusted crown and diamond beads occasionally swayed each head in motion.

Ten meters behind was where the servants and eunuchs of his followers stood. All of them bowed their heads, closed their eyes and ears over everything they should not have seen and heard.

It had already become an unwritten law, and had to be implemented if they still wanted their heads to remain attached to his neck.

With a slow sigh, Emperor Baili rearranged all the words arranged in his brain. His eyes looked far into the boundless horizon, yet somehow it felt so empty. It was as if, all of his soul had been taken away and held captive somewhere.

“It feels good when the court ends sooner than usual. Aih, those ministers are always trying to make things difficult for me,” Emperor Baili said in a moderate voice.

The prime minister lowered his head, then slowly raised his head to stare at the figure of Emperor Baili who was standing on his back.

“You know, Prime Minister? My grandfather and father, lifted them up and gave him much glory. But they don't know themselves. Ah, sometimes it is not right to keep a dog, because it will bite the person who feeds it when not satisfied.”

The insinuation is right about the prime minister's heart. Emperor Baili's unpredictable thinking almost overwhelmed him all this time. This one emperor, Baili Jingyan, was not easy to control and could always hold control over the lives of a few people.

Even he, who has served the palace for decades, is still often mistaken and almost missteps.

“That's because no guard can be placed right next to them, Your Majesty,” the prime minister said.

“Inappropriate guards?” Emperor Baili paused his words, then laughed. All the eunuchs and servants who followed him trembled in fear.

“Maybe your words are right. My father had given me a very ferocious guard, until I could not tell if the pet dog was me or them.”

The prime minister revealed a smile in the middle of his wrinkled face. No matter how complicated Emperor Baili thought, that figure would still be like a frightened cat every time it collided with someone – King Changle, an uncle who was supposed to be his emperor guardian. The fear becomes rooted and makes it often wavering, even though all decisions have been pre-set.

“The most appropriate way is to get rid of the guard and let all his dogs out attacking,” as long as the prime minister.

“Oh? Try saying!”

“Your Majesty cancelled the Third Prince's marriage to my daughter because of King Changle's opposition. His Majesty also released him because King Changle had something that made His Majesty afraid.”

The prime minister's words made the ego in Emperor Baili's heart rise tenfold. He who dislikes being compared the most and is called a coward turns around, staring intently at the prime minister with stifled emotions. However, it could still be seen and taken into account, that Emperor Baili was really in a rage at the moment.

“Zhen is never afraid of anyone,” he told the prime minister.

“Please Your Majesty hold your anger. This subordinate could provide a path that might be an alternative to His Majesty.”

“Prime Minister, if you talk nonsense again, you better leave immediately and take care of all your problems.”

The prime minister took a step forward. The eunuchs and servants who were behind were still trembling. After all, the one who would be the emperor's temper was them. They really hope that the prime minister can really ease that anger so that their lives are safe.

“Isn't His Majesty worried about Jingyi's Cavalry?”

Emperor Baili was surprised when he finally found out that this was also known to the prime minister. The prime minister, this cunning male fox had known for a long time that a large cavalry was stationed five hundred kilometers away from the imperial city by the previous emperor. A prince, who had been given the title of king was given the power to rule an army with a token.

Other ministers did not know about the cavalry because the previous emperor was so concerned about it that he kept it a secret. However, with that ability, the prime minister became the only civilian official to know.

Holding a gold token means holding the power of the entire world. A powerful military force was able to shake the entire continent. There was no way Emperor Baili would not think about it.

The prime minister has tried to seize it, but it has still produced no results. Incidentally, he could seize this opportunity and open a path for Emperor Baili.

“You know it?” ask Emperor Baili.

“Ten years ago, the late Emperor gave his golden plaque to King Changle. Until now, the plaque may still be stored in his residence.”

“If it's true, it can't change anything. The golden plaque could not be handed over even though I issued a decree to surrender it.”

That was because, King Changle was special. She was the only sister of the previous emperor who was given special treatment. Whatever is given to him cannot be taken by anyone.

King Changle was the legitimate guardian of the emperor, but instead became a thorn in the flesh for Baili Jingyan. After all, the power that his uncle possessed was simply too great.

“I warn you not to harass King Changle recklessly. Otherwise, not only will you lose your head, but the entire Bingyue will perish with you.”

Emperor Baili's prejudice to King Changle had gone so far. He no longer looked at him as an uncle, but as a great enemy. That great hatred, even though it wants to be vented still should not be arbitrary.

Emperor Baili still had the heart not to complicate the situation, especially if it involved his people. He was a cunning and cruel emperor, but his heart still held a hint of mercy.

He is not incapable. Emperor Baili could have ordered all his generals to intervene, but that would be tantamount to destroying his own country.

After all, all this time his uncle was silent and did nothing. Ever since returning from the border and getting married, Baili Qingchen had become so obedient to the orders that had come down to her.

This is also good, Emperor Baili thought. It would be nice if his uncle remained silent until death. That way, he did not need to stain his hands with blood and think about the complexity of the situation.

His main military power that was revoked did weaken him, but that did not mean his influence was lost. It's just a matter of time.

He had already said to Liu Qingyi, as long as Baili Qingchen doesn't mess around, then she won't take that into account. Under his watch, Emperor Baili did not see the extreme movement of Baili Qingchen.

Ever since he got out of prison, his uncle had only accompanied Xiao Junjie on walks and daily quarreled with his empress. Well, it happened after the court meeting broke up.

The prime minister was furious, but he soon took control. The thinking of the emperor's figure was complicated, making him extra cautious. He did not speak, waiting for what kind of words the next Emperor Baili would say.

“On your daughter's wedding, I'll think of a way. He had to enter the palace long ago. Let it be delayed for a moment,” said Emperor Baili. The prime minister nodded.

“Then, this old subordinate obeyed the order. I hope Your Majesty remembers His Majesty's promise today.”

Emperor Baili turned to stare back at the scene in the distance. He waved his hand, then the prime minister immediately resigned. The servants and eunuchs exhaled a sigh of relief.

Thankfully, their lives were still on their bodies. Huh, working in the imperial palace is indeed very risky, but they have no other choice

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...Beloved of the Otor, there is something to be told. For the next few days, Otor is again preparing for the final exam seminar. So, please be advised that the frequency of updates may be reduced than usual. But, if it is finished later, the Authority try to make up a lot. So, don't forget the love of thorny roses or the chair yes, hehe. See you in the next episode!...

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