"Prime Minister, go and ask the Crown Prince what just happened!"
At the top of the ninety-nine steps, the Emperor of Qin spoke these words before turning and returning to the Imperial Hall. Once his back was to the court, his dignified expression subtly shifted. Qin Wudao's rise brought him both joy and pressure. He knew he had to make a choice—for himself, and for the Qin Empire.
"Sigh!"
Li Si sighed, bowed towards the Emperor's retreating figure, and descended the imperial steps.
The strange atmosphere made the remaining officials exchange glances. Seeing the empty imperial throne within the Imperial Hall, they had no choice but to depart.
Thus, this court assembly ended so abruptly.
After leaving the Imperial Palace, Li Si went straight to the East Palace to meet Qin Wudao. It seemed Qin Wudao already knew of his visit and had tea prepared in advance.
The faint aroma of tea wafted through the hall, inexplicably calming the agitation in one's heart.
