Huang Chao Cheats
Leave the Duke's Mansion!
Qin Yan's gaze gradually deepened.
"You want to prolong this dynasty? Foolish!"
He scoffed inwardly!
Both Buddhism and Daoism recognized the dynasty's decline and desired to seize the nation's most precious artifacts.
They've become pawns in their game of manipulating them!
Warn these people to behave themselves.
Elder Pillar of the State also had a hidden plan to address the dynasty's problems.
"How long can such a desperate measure as drinking poison quench thirst and maintaining peace last?"
Qin Yan whispered, "It would be more practical to completely change the world!"
"Interesting...! This is getting more and more interesting."
Qin Yan's figure receded further and further away from the Duke's mansion!
With the birthday banquet over!
Qin Yan's title as the number one young talent is now fully established!
Many martial arts masters believe that Qin Yan already possesses the strength to kill a Grandmaster-level expert!
Unmatched Speed!
This is the most profound impression Qin Yan left on everyone.
"Qin Yan, you possess such strength at such a young age!"
The crown prince's eyes were incredibly gloomy, faintly radiating an aura of tyranny.
"It's a pity I can't have it all."
"Father! How long do you intend to remain on that throne?"
The prince murmured to himself!
"It has now been the forty-ninth year of the Hongjia era, and I have been the crown prince for forty-nine years!"
Why can't you retire and enjoy your later years?
They occupy that position, constantly on guard against me, and have put forward their second and third brothers to check and balance me!
I outlasted them all, and now I'm introducing the seventh one.
The more the prince thought about it, the more ferocious his expression became, staring at his aged face in the mirror.
His great-grandson is already several years old.
Several groups of subordinates even died from overwork!
The key issue is that his father was incredibly resilient; he outlived several of his sons.
But he just wouldn't die.
Why can't he just die?
Martial Hall!
Qin Yan has been keeping a low profile lately, constantly absorbing knowledge, relying on his exceptional intellect!
His wargaming simulations have become number one at the Earth-level!
The retired generals who had left the army spoke highly of him.
Meanwhile, with the help of Zhang Xin, Han Chen and others, Qin Yan has gathered many young students from the Martial Hall around him!
His reputation is the best brand he can have.
These scholars are all extremely talented; what they lack now is an opportunity.
Qin Yan was able to give them this opportunity.
Just as he was quietly developing his strength, a bombshell message came from Capital.
Hongjia Emperor fainted in the imperial court, and the entire Capital was placed under lockdown!
There were also unusual movements among the troops at the Yanshan Camp!
"General! Do you think His Majesty can hold on?"
Zhang Xin was a little nervous; if the emperor died at this time, it would have a significant impact on them.
Qin Yan is not far from seizing real power.
If something unexpected happens at this time, it could delay things for one or two years.
When a new emperor ascends the throne, he will inevitably purge some of his former officials to make way for his own cronies.
The redistribution of power will disrupt the old order!
"No need to worry, just wait quietly."
Qin Yan showed no sign of panic!
Elder Pillar of the State is still there, keeping order!
However, Hongjia Emperor's fainting also reveals another signal.
The transfer of the throne will likely occur within the next few years.
Qin Yan used his Qi-Reading Technique to examine the old emperor in the imperial court; he was on the verge of death.
If it weren't for those miraculous elixirs that saved his life, Hongjia Emperor would probably have passed away long ago.
Looking at the weather outside.
"The autumn imperial examinations should be coming up soon."
Qin Yan couldn't help but think of Huang Chao, "With Brother Huang's abilities, passing the imperial examination shouldn't be difficult for him!"
Qin Yan drifted away.
Capital's gates remained closed for three days!
Everything returned to normal, but there was an undercurrent of tension.
After regaining consciousness, Hongjia Emperor was extremely weak and completely unable to preside over state affairs.
Strangely, the crown prince, who should have been overseeing the country, was placed under house arrest in the Eastern Palace!
The administration of state affairs is now entrusted to Chancellor Hu Shenyang, Supreme Pillar of the State Li Wen, and Minister of Personnel Zuo Jingchi.
The officials from the Crown Prince's faction were also somewhat flustered.
Many people jointly petitioned to have the Crown Prince oversee the country!
However, these memorials were all submitted without a trace, like mud flowing into the sea.
Qin Yan looked at the note in his hand.
Upon waking up, Hongjia Emperor immediately ordered a thorough cleaning of the palace.
Over a thousand people died overnight, the bloodshed was so intense it flowed like a river.
The number of staff in the Imperial Medical Academy was halved; they were all dragged out and beheaded.
Crush the paper strips into powder.
"Hongjia Emperor really lives a long life."
Qin Yan sighed sincerely. Although he couldn't compare to Pockmarked Kang in his previous life, he was truly resilient.
If this continues, the crown prince might even die from exhaustion!
The political situation in the court has become increasingly volatile and unpredictable.
Officials from the Crown Prince's faction began to face fierce attacks from the censors.
Officials have already begun to fall from grace and be imprisoned in the Capital.
Many people are also kicking someone when they're down.
Various scandals were unearthed, which accelerated the decline of the Crown Prince's faction!
In just a few days, six or seven high-ranking officials have been imprisoned, and many more have been removed from their posts.
Hongjia Emperor is suspecting his eldest son.
The whole of Capital is now buzzing with the rumor that there is no such thing as a prince who can live for fifty years.
Hongjia Emperor's coma was caused by the Crown Prince.
There are quite a few well-informed people in the Martial Hall.
Hongjia Emperor has become paranoid, and many of the eunuchs and palace maids who serve him have been beaten to death!
The entire palace was filled with an atmosphere of panic and fear.
They were terrified that if Hongjia Emperor became displeased, he would drag them away and beat them to death.
"Faced with death, whether mortal or emperor, everyone will ultimately show fear."
Qin Yan was not surprised by this.
History, both ancient and modern, has already provided the best answer.
A day later, Qin Yan received extremely unpleasant news.
His good brother Huang Chao was reported for cheating, and what's worse, the evidence was found on the spot.
He was stripped of all his official titles and honors!
I'm destined to never be involved in scientific research!
Even worse, he had already violated the laws of Great Li and was to be exiled three thousand li away!
He is currently imprisoned in the Youshan Prefecture jail!
Upon learning of the situation, Zong Xiaoshan immediately sent Qin Yan!
"No, are all people with the surname Huang Chao this unlucky?"
Qin Yan's expression changed slightly, fearing that his good friend might follow in the footsteps of that famous person from his previous life.
"Since we've met, we need to figure out a way to get this guy out of here."
Qin Yan frowned. Huang Chao's scholarship was definitely not a problem; even if he didn't pass the exam, he wouldn't have cheated.
He immediately wrote letters to Zong Xiaoshan and his former superior Zhao Zhen.
Ask them to help investigate Huang Chao's situation!
It's possible that someone has framed you; such a situation is not impossible.
Just as Qin Yan was trying to get Huang Chao out of prison by pulling strings, he was doing his best to save him.
Youshan Prefecture!
Huang Chao lay listlessly in the damp prison cell.
"I didn't cheat! Why? Don't you believe me?"
He was covered in bruises, and even after being subjected to severe torture, he still refused to admit that he had cheated.
"Kid, whether or not you cheat isn't up to you."
Is it possible that you were blocking someone's way?
A chilling voice echoed from the depths of the prison!