Few days later, the priests did exactly as they had planned. They were to stay in their houses in the palace as they always did. Fenghao was to send some soliders to the capital and then, the priests would join helping Fenghao's soliders. Fenghao didn't attend the morning court as he always did because he was afraid that if his plans were caught, he would be held on the palace.One of the officials mentioned it during their meeting and Xing Ming pretended to know.“If he is sick then we should send someone to go and see him later. I am currently having a lot of work so, why doesn't the prime minister go? He is your uncle, right?” Xing Ming asked smiling which made Zhou Dong narrow his eyes.Ever since that day that he had overheard their discussions, he had been able to sleep well. Xing Ming was slowly becoming like the late emperor. Many years had passed since the late emperor had died. He didn't want Xing Ming to lose the mantle of heaven so he had to stop him.“ Of course. He is my

Just as Zhou Dong had suspected, Wu Huan came back and met his master sitting on a chair in front of the front hall. The other members seemed very afraid as they saw their master suddenly started clapping. “Greetings Master.” Wu Huan said and the rest followed greeting Master Ye “You all have accomplished a great work today. Fenghao and his people have been stopped. All of you can go inside. I need to talk to Wu Huan.” Master Ye said. “Master, I know you are probably angry because of what happened during the rebellion. Wu Huan was slow to do as His Majesty said because, because he was.” Song Huo said stopping as he looked around at the rest members for help. “I had already warned all of you. You people must obey whatever His Majesty tells you. Do you know embarrassed you almost made His Majesty? You are the leader of Liming. How many times must I read out your responsibilities? If you do not want to lead Liming anymore, you should just tell me. Do you not want to stay as the leade

“The high priest?" Zhou Dong asked Dai Chan who nodded her head showing she was confident.The high priest was the cause of the reason why Fenghao's plan failed. Plus, the fact he was the high priest made him hold a very huge seat of power. Dai Chan knew she could not turn a blind eye to him.“The high priest didn't have any huge power before because of Fenghao. But now, things are different. The high priest will become the most respected priest in the entire state. He was the same one who refused to perform the burial rites for the late emperor. So I don't understand why Xing Ming is doing everything the high priest tells him now.” Dai Chan said.“So what are you trying to say?" Zhou Dong asked watching as Dai Chan sipped her tea.“I am saying that it is suspicious. Don't you find it suspicious too? What type of blackmail, what secret of Xing Ming's is the high priest using to hold Xing Ming to his side?” Dai Chan asked.Zhou Dong truly became worried after hearing what Dai said. Eve

Dai Chan hit her hand on the table getting frustrated after hearing what Zhao Yao had said. She was not a native of Zhou and she had forgotten to ask about everything before sending Zhao Yao.“ If Xing Ming sends for me just as you think, then I will help you pull the high priest from the ceremony. The rest is up to you. You will have to find a way by yourself." Dai Chan said watching as Zhao Yao nodded her head. Sighing to herself, Dai Chan turned her eyes back at the coal burner. Hopefully, things would go exactly as they have planned it. In the evening, Dai Chan waited for Xing Ming's eunuch to come pick her as she dressed up. Zhao Yao had already returned back to the priest quarters. Glancing at the sky, Dai Chan started to play with her fingers when she realized that the ritual might soon start. “What is His Majesty doing? Is he with a consort?" Dai Chan asked her maid even though she knew that she might not know anything. The welcoming ritual for the new priests started. Zha

Zhao Yao continued to check through the high priest's room without knowing that the high priest was watching. After gazing at her for some time, the high priest closed the door. After checking for some time, Zhao Yao carried the bowl of water leaving. The high priest watched Zhao Yao leave his room and sighed. “Wu Huan! Where are you coming from? We have been looking for you all afternoon?” Wu Huan heard Song Huo say. Having his mind somewhere else, Wu Huan walked into the manor without responding to Song Huo and went straight to his room. Today had been very surprising. At least, he had a clue about his past. “Wu Huan.” Wu Huan heard someone knock on his door. Looking up, Wu Huan heard Song Huo knocking on his door. Opening it, Wu Huan watched as Song Huo entered his room scolding him. “What is wrong with you? I was talking to you and you passed by without answering me. What is on your mind?” Song Huo asked as he looked at Wu Huan. “Nothing. What is so urgent?” Wu Huan asked.