My family has been wielding knives for generations, but now it's my turn to wield a pen!

On the carriage heading to the palace.

Tang Ningshuang sat to the side, glancing at Jiang Xiaobai with surprise every now and then.

Yes, she hasn't recovered since Jiang Xiaobai showed her that piece of paper.

The paper was left behind by that wise man.

The general meaning is quite simple: nine people came last night, and they have been dealt with.

Yes, just a few simple words.

The problem is... last night, a number of experts were clearly deployed around the Marquis's residence.

This expert must have been able to perceive this as well.

But... this expert still chose to lend a helping hand, which is quite intriguing.

After all, it's incredible that such an important figure would take the initiative to help when he doesn't have to!

"Alright, stop thinking about it. You won't get the answer anyway!"

Jiang Xiaobai saw the expression on Tang Ningshuang's face and couldn't help but smile.

Actually, not to mention Tang Ningshuang, he was also somewhat surprised.

Was it because of his music that you offered your help?

Or are there other reasons?

But he didn't want to think too much about it; after all, it wasn't a bad thing that the other person was willing to help!

"oh!"

After hearing this, Tang Ningshuang pursed her red lips, ultimately deciding not to dwell on it any longer, and instead asked, "Then what do you think His Majesty's reason for summoning you to the morning court today is?"

"It's hard to say!"

Jiang Xiaobai shook his head, saying helplessly, "But... one thing is for sure, nothing good will come of it!"

"Ah, why?"

Tang Ningshuang looked completely puzzled.

"Oh!"

Jiang Xiaobai chuckled lightly: "After what happened yesterday, it's unlikely that anything good will happen to me!"

The cards were practically laid bare; surely the emperor wouldn't bestow any favors upon him while in a state of extreme displeasure?

Impossible to think about!

Tang Ningshuang nodded slightly after hearing this.

Indeed, yesterday Jiang Xiaobai led 30,000 troops to surround the Ministry of Justice, forcing His Majesty to concede on the spot.

If she were the emperor, she would definitely not let Jiang Xiaobai get away with it!

Soon, the carriage arrived at the palace.

After Jiang Xiaobai got out of the car, he took Tang Ningshuang with him into the palace.

Tang Ningshuang was originally the top military officer in this military examination and had been personally selected by His Majesty, so it was not unreasonable for her to be able to accompany him to court.

But as soon as the two stepped into the court, Jiang Xiaobai sensed that something was amiss.

The entire court was abuzz with discussion, resembling a bustling marketplace.

Just as he was wondering what was going on, a smiling voice rang out: "Hehe, isn't this Young Master Jiang?"

Ok?

Jiang Xiaobai looked up and saw a middle-aged man walking quickly towards him, his face full of smiles.

"And who is this gentleman?"

Jiang Xiaobai looked at the middle-aged man and asked in confusion.

"Hehe, it's normal that Young Master Jiang doesn't remember me."

The middle-aged man smiled and said, "I am Dong Qian, the Minister of Personnel!"

"oh!"

Jiang Xiaobai suddenly realized and quickly cupped his hands in greeting: "So it's Lord Dong! It's a pleasure to meet you!"

To be honest, during the last morning court session, a large number of civil and military officials stood in attendance.

Aside from the people who targeted him at the time, I don't really have much of a memory of anyone else.

"hehe!"

Dong Qian didn't seem to mind too much, and still said with a smile, "Young Master Jiang, you must visit my Ministry of Personnel when you have time!"

"My Ministry of Personnel may not have much else, but we do have good tea. Also... I have two ancient books that Prince Jiang will surely be interested in."

"Of course, of course!"

Just as Jiang Xiaobai was responding with a smile, another person walked up with a beaming face: "Young Master Jiang!"

"I am Lü Fang, the Minister of Revenue. Please visit our Ministry of Revenue when you have some free time."

"I've heard that Young Master Jiang is now in the liquor business. I suppose... we'd have quite a bit to talk about!"

"Lord Lü, you're too kind!"

Jiang Xiaobai responded with a smile once again.

Tang Ningshuang stood beside her, listening with a somewhat moved expression.

The Minister of Personnel and the Minister of Revenue are both truly high-ranking officials in the imperial court.

Normally, it's difficult for many people to even meet.

Now... he actually took the initiative to greet Jiang Xiaobai warmly.

However, Tang Ningshuang quickly realized something.

Jiang Xiaobai is now conducting a thorough investigation into both the Ministry of Rites and the Ministry of Justice.

These two high-ranking officials must have heard rumors and are afraid that the fire will spread to them.

That's why I started building relationships in advance.

But this... isn't that a bit too exaggerated?

Just as Tang Ningshuang was thinking this, she saw two more people walk up together.

As the two introduced themselves, Tang Ningshuang's suspicions were completely confirmed.

Indeed, these two are the Minister of Works and the Minister of War.

Judging from their enthusiasm, they must have had such concerns!

Jiang Xiaobai responded to each question, his smile becoming somewhat stiff.

Just as Jiang Xiaobai was struggling to cope, another figure walked into the court, none other than Li Bingzhang.

As Li Bingzhang entered, the ministers who had been surrounding Jiang Xiaobai immediately turned their gazes toward him.

"Haha, Prime Minister Li, your son-in-law is truly becoming more and more extraordinary!"

"Yes, I've heard about the Lanting Tower incident. The poems and stories there are truly amazing!"

As the tide turned in Li Bingzhang's favor, Jiang Xiaobai took the opportunity to move two steps to the side, and only after getting away did he finally breathe a heavy sigh of relief.

If the conversation continued, he wouldn't know how to respond.

Li Bingzhang, being a seasoned veteran, was used to such things and responded with ease.

"Sigh, this imperial court is really not a place for ordinary people to survive in!"

Jiang Xiaobai shook his head, feeling a certain amount of respect for his future father-in-law.

To reach the position of prime minister, knowledge and strategy alone are clearly not enough.

These social interactions also need to be handled properly.

"Now that you're an official, it'll be difficult for you to extricate yourself!"

Tang Ningshuang responded with a sentence.

"Why!"

Jiang Xiaobai looked helpless, then glanced around before smiling.

Yes, he saw Chen Zhanqiu.

At that moment, Chen Zhanqiu was staring at him with an unpleasant expression.

But after noticing his gaze, she quickly composed herself and turned away.

"Oh……"

Jiang Xiaobai smiled and didn't pay any attention. After looking around, he saw Zheng Yu.

But Zheng Yu was keeping his head down, seemingly lost in thought.

In short, he looked very depressed.

Perhaps it's because they were affected by what happened yesterday!

Half an hour later, civil and military officials gathered one after another, and the hushed conversations in the court gradually quieted down.

Just then, a sharp voice rang out: "His Majesty has arrived!"

As soon as he finished speaking, all the civil and military officials present returned to their positions.

Jiang Xiaobai also stood in line, while Tang Ningshuang stood in the row of military officers, looking serious.

Soon, Xiao Jinxuan came out from behind.

At this moment, Xiao Jinxuan remained calm, showing no sign of joy or anger.

What Jiang Xiaobai noticed was that when Xiao Jinxuan came up, the Chief Minister Meng was also by his side.

Once they reached the front, Prime Minister Meng stepped down from the side, returned to his position at the front, and bowed respectfully.

Jiang Xiaobai frowned slightly upon seeing this.

What were these two talking about?

Could it be... targeting him?

For a moment, Jiang Xiaobai felt somewhat wary.