Chapter 71: Disaster Refugees Become RebelsChapter 1127: Xu Junlou's Choice
Li Chen's words made Xu Junlou's heart skip a beat.
He realized that this summoning tonight might be more significant than he initially thought.
Swallowing nervously, Xu Junlou bowed his head and said, "Your Highness, I understand."
I don't know, this isn't possible.
This is like treating the prince like an idiot.
And there's no need to argue about that, you either know or you don't.
After the rebellion, His Royal Highness began to purge those involved. The number of officials he had arrested and executed was greater than in the past decade, and they were almost all from important positions within the central government.
People and places are a perfect match.
Now that these people have been chopped down, the pit is naturally empty.
Many people are likely struggling to get in, hoping to climb the ladder of success through this opportunity.
Just when Xu Junlou was in a state of turmoil, Li Chen said again: "The court is short of people right now. This palace intends to arrange all the jinshi of your cohort to various departments and positions ahead of schedule."
"As the top three scholar of the previous imperial examination, you are naturally one of the candidates considered by this palace. Now, I ask for your own thoughts on this matter"
Xu Junlou only felt his mouth was dry.
If he had the chance to enter the imperial court and make a name for himself, he wouldn't want to stay in the East Palace as a steward.
Although the Jianshifu was close to His Highness, he could not ultimately pursue his ambitions.
For him, the ideal is to have a position with more authority and where he can fully realize his ambitions.
Thus thinking, Xu Junlou said: "Your humble servant does not dare to ask for much, everything is up to your Highness's orders."
Li Chen chuckled lightly and said, "Don't try to butter me up. I'm asking you now, do you want to continue as the chief clerk of the Zhan family, or would you rather go to another position"
Xu Junlou swallowed nervously and said earnestly, "Your humble servant... wants to go to a different position."
"Firstly, it is to enhance my own capabilities. Secondly, the court is currently short of manpower, and what I have learned can be used to serve the court."
Xu Junlou's answer was not a surprise to Li Chen at all.
Nodding, Li Chen said, "Alright, this palace understands."
Li Chen didn't directly announce his new appointment, nor did he express approval or disapproval of his statement, which left Xu Junlou feeling somewhat uncertain.
But Xu Junlou didn't have the courage to ask directly, so he could only remain silent.
“Tonight, you have the night off. Go home and wait for further orders.”
Hearing Li Chen's words, Xu Junlou was overjoyed.
He knew he finally had the opportunity to pursue his ambitions.
Although I don't know my position and destination yet, with His Highness's word, taking on this new role is a sure thing.
Kneeling on the ground, Xu Junlou earnestly kowtowed to Li Chen and said, "Your humble servant thanks Your Highness for your great kindness."
Li Chen didn't speak, just waved his hand to indicate that Xu Junlou could withdraw.
Xu Junlou got up, faced Li Chen, and walked backwards out of the side hall.
After Xu Junlou left, two words suddenly rang out in the quiet side hall.
"Foolish person."
These two words were said by Wan Jiaojiao.
She thought Xu Junlou was an idiot.
Even she could see that staying by the prince's side was the best option at this time, but Xu Junlou couldn't see through it.
Li Chen glared at Wan Jiaojiao and said unhappily, "You talk too much."
Wàn Jiāojiāo stuck out her tongue and said, "Your Highness, I just think he's rather stupid."
"This is called everyone having their own aspirations."
Li Chen stood up and said, "I've had enough rest. Tonight, I won't see anyone, no matter who it is."hless, and now that Zhao Xuanji stepped in to save the situation, Su Zhen'ting had a legitimate opportunity to speak."Your Excellency, I beg to differ."Su Zhen Ting said calmly, "If there is injustice...