In the Imperial Study, the Emperor hummed a light tune while reviewing memorials.
Sun Kui brought in tea: "Your Majesty, please have some tea."
The Emperor put down the memorial and took the teacup, slowly sipping the tea. Just as he finished, Sun Doudou entered, announcing that Marquis Wuping and the others requested an audience.
Sun Kui thought to himself: Here comes the show.
The Emperor's lips curled into an amused smile: "Let them in."
Shortly after, Marquis Wuping and Marquis Chiyang entered.
These were heads of noble families in the capital who strongly opposed the implementation of the three new policies, including the land tax reform.
The Emperor watched with interest to see how Marquis Wuping and the others would oppose them.
