Couldn't help but wonder what caused Chu Heng to offend Emperor Xuanming, not only being demoted but also hearing words of distrust from the emperor.
As a scholar, Chu Heng held a lucrative position in the Ministry of Revenue, and it was clear he was set to enter the cabinet in the future.
It's just that he was too young, and his official rank was always suppressed, yet the power he possessed was not insignificant.
Now a scholar is transferred to the Ministry of War, a yamen full of military officials. The Ministry's power was already securely established, and it relied on military achievements for authority over subordinates. Isn't this a subtle demotion, sidestepping Chu Heng's influence?
"My love, you've arranged these things well. The Dowager Empress hasn't been in good health these years, and tomorrow's palace banquet will burden you. I'll assign a few competent people to assist you. You must start learning such matters."
