Though countless ministers feared Li Chen like a tiger, Zhao Wenyuan found him easy to get along with.
The Previous Emperor had been deeply suspicious, finding ways to monitor his ministers or using the arts of imperial rule to make life difficult for some of them.
And it was not just the Previous Emperor. Many emperors throughout history had been the same.
That was why Zhao Wenyuan had to be careful in everything he did. He did not even dare indulge too much when drinking tea, lest someone find a handle to use against him.
He also had to constantly guess the intent behind the Previous Emperor's every move so he could plan his response.
With Li Chen, the new emperor, all you had to do was avoid provoking him. He could not be bothered to meddle in your affairs.
He did not worry about his ministers rebelling. They did not dare, and he had no fear of them anyway.
No one had to wear themselves out anymore.
Was that not the perfect emperor?
So when Li Chen played his [Saint Realm] card, Zhao Wenyuan promptly revealed his own [Loyal Minister] card, terrified that Li Chen might kill the wrong man.
He had just seen Guo Zhenwei off when another visitor arrived.
"This humble official, Pang Jin, pays his respects to Your Excellency the Chancellor."
Pang Jin bowed as soon as he reached Zhao Wenyuan.
"What brings you to my humble abode, Lord Pang?"
Zhao Wenyuan spoke politely, but remained seated, showing no intention of rising.
With his seniority and official rank, there were few people he needed to stand to welcome.
Especially not Pang Jin, the newly appointed Minister of Justice, whose rank was considerably below his.
"Chancellor Zhao, thank you for recommending me at this morning's court session."