Chapter 548: Future Plans
Sun Moon Empire, Mingdu, Imperial City, Cabinet.
Ever since the new emperor forcefully defeated Xu Tianran and ascended the throne, three months had passed. Not far from the original imperial bedchambers, a few solemn buildings had been added.
These buildings served as the offices of the Cabinet and were now officially completed. The one right in the middle belonged to the current Cabinet Grand Secretary, Jing Hongchen. Being able to reside in such an important place was enough to show just how high and mighty his position and authority were.
Without special circumstances or the new emperor's permission, aside from Elder Kong, no outsiders were allowed to trespass in the Cabinet to disturb the work, not even the Offering Hall.
At this moment, inside this Hongchen Pavilion, there were only two people: Cabinet Grand Secretary Jing Hongchen and Huo Yuhao.
The identity of the new emperor was always publicly claimed to be in seclusion, and he only held court two or three days every month, leaving almost all state affairs to be handled by the Cabinet. Huo Yuhao himself regularly conversed with Jing Hongchen, keeping a grip on the overall situation regarding major matters, while completely delegating minor issues to the Cabinet.
Of course, the situation in the Sun Moon Empire had long since stabilized. Aside from jointly establishing Mingdou City with Star Luo and Heaven Dou, no major issues would arise. With no wars and given the wealth and prosperity of the Sun Moon Empire, it was simply a flourishing era of peace and stability.
"Hall Master Hongchen, has Mingdu been well-behaved lately?" Huo Yuhao's tone was relatively relaxed.
Although Jing Hongchen was already honored as the Grand Secretary, he still addressed him as Hall Master.
"There are still just as many ministers opposing me,