The Grand Scheme of the World

"How are the Fan, Wang, Sun, and Wu families faring?"

"Even so, the Jade Seal is still in Father Emperor's hands. Given enough time, I fear it will unsettle people's hearts. It will always remain a thorn." Prince Yu, Yang Gan, said, "I am to ascend the throne in the New Year. It would not be a good thing if there were no Jade Seal to pass down at the coronation ceremony."

"Someone, come!"

"Take a look." Hong Yi sighed.

At the same time, still within the Imperial Study, Hong Yi's brow stirred. His consciousness sank into the Hall of All Saints within his glabella. With a movement of the Taiji Primordial Spirit, he arrived above the Taiji Thunder Pool.

"Hmph, they certainly saw the wind and trimmed their sails quickly!"

"This matter is not for me to decide. Everything will be handled according to your wishes, Brother Hong." Prince Yu said. "If Hong Xuanji is willing to heed your advice, the court can lessen the consequences of his crimes. If he remains obstinate, then his entire clan can only be destroyed, all of them reduced to slaves. The men of the Hong Family will be slaves for generation after generation, and the women of the Hong Family will be prostitutes for generation after generation. If I do not do this, it will not be enough to cow the world."

The situation changed so swiftly, renewed with every passing day, that it truly dazzled people's eyes in a riot of colors.

"The four families have already sent members of their clans into Zhouyi Academy. At the same time, they are assisting Prince Yu in managing court affairs. Most of the old Grand Councilors and the officials of the Six Ministries have now been placed under house arrest. The vacant posts