Records of the Human Emperor Chapter 1678: Entering the Court Once More!

Meanwhile, in the Eastern Palace…

"Ghost King, what do you mean by this? You know that that bastard supports Fifth Brother. And that scoundrel has opposed us at every turn. Why should we let him be the temporary Minister of War?" the First Prince sternly said as he stared at the Ghost King.

"Minor impatience can ruin great clans. He has spent a lot of time building up to this point, with the border generals and even governors and governor aides coming out to support him. Even in this situation, will Your Highness still refuse him?" the Ghost King asked back, his expression indifferent.

The First Prince became speechless, wanting to say something but quickly falling silent.

"Since we can't refuse, we might as well agree."

The Ghost King smiled.

"I don't care what you want to do, but no matter what, our plan must proceed. In addition, think of a way to get rid of that bastard for me!"

The veins on the First Prince's forehead bulged.

It had been incredibly difficult for him to get enough evidence to strip Wang Chong of his position of Advisor-in-Waiting and drive him out of the court.

This time, right after he had gotten rid of his two most powerful enemies in court, King Song and Zhangchou Jianqiong, Wang Chong had suddenly come back and forced his way into the court, even taking the post of Minister of War.

He had achieved an even higher status!

"Heheh, Your Highness, relax. I know what to do. Everything is under my control."

The Ghost King spoke with absolute confidence.

These words caused the First Prince's rage to somewhat fade.

After a few moments of silence, the First Prince clenched his teeth.

"No! This prince cannot sit by and watch. Tell them that it's about time to move out!"

A cold and vicious killing intent flitted through his eyes.

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While all this was going on in the Eastern Palace, the news that Zhangchou Jianqiong had taken ill and was being temporarily replaced by Wang Chong as Minister of War sent shockwaves through the capital and elation along the border.

Ever since Wang Chong's Advisor-in-Waitin

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