allonlinenovel Chapter 154 Catch them all in one swoop
Chapter 154 Catch them all in one swoop
After this rumor storm, Shen Mo and Lin Yuwei became more cautious. They understood that the power struggle in the palace was like a fog, and they would get lost in it if they were not careful.
In order to restore his reputation, Shen Mo decided to work harder on government affairs. He went to the court early every day to discuss state affairs with ministers and proposed a series of reform measures that would benefit the people's livelihood.
Lin Yuwei was also busy. She often invited the families of some ministers to the palace to get together, and to build closer relationships with them in a gentle and friendly manner.
"Ladies, our country is now at a critical stage of development. As the families of officials, we should also do our part for the court." Lin Yuwei said to everyone with a smile.
The ladies nodded in agreement and praised Lin Yuwei's virtue.
However, Shen Mo's enemies did not give up. They secretly colluded with local officials and deliberately created obstacles in the reforms promoted by Shen Mo.
"Your Highness, this reform has been strongly resisted in some places and the people are complaining." A minister reported to Shen Mo in the court.
Shen Mo frowned: "Why is this happening? Send someone to investigate immediately."
After some investigation, it turned out that local officials had misinterpreted the reform policies, enriched themselves, and caused the people to suffer.
Shen Mo was furious: "Such corrupt officials must be severely punished!"
He ordered the dismissal and investigation of the relevant officials and the appointment of honest and upright people to take up the new posts.
However, this move caused panic among some vested interests, who united and once again slandered the emperor.
"Your Majesty, His Royal Highness the Crown Prince is swift and resolute, and his methods are too harsh, which may lead to civil unrest."
The emperor was a little worried after hearing this: "Is this true?"
"It is absolutely true, Your Majesty. Nowadays, people are dissatisfied with the actions of His Royal Highness the Crown Prince."
When Lin Yuwei learned about this, she hurried into the palace to meet the emperor.
"Father, everything Shen Mo did was for the country and the people. Those rumors should not be believed." Lin Yuwei spoke earnestly.
The emperor was silent for a moment: "It's not that I don't trust Shen Mo, but this matter needs to be handled with caution."
Lin Yuwei returned to the Prince's Mansion and told Shen Mo the emperor's attitude.
Shen Mo sighed and said, "It seems that our reforms have touched the interests of too many people, and the resistance is greater than expected."
Lin Yuwei held his hand: "No matter what, we can't give up."
Meanwhile, the conspirators came up with a more sinister plan.
They sent people to spread rumors among the people, saying that Shen Mo intended to usurp the throne and incite the emotions of the people.
For a time, people inside and outside the capital were in panic.
Shen Mo decided to personally come forward to appease the people.
"My fellow villagers, I, Shen Mo, swear to heaven that I have no intention of usurping the throne. Everything I do is only to make everyone live a better life." Shen Mo said loudly while standing on the high platform.
The people were skeptical and the situation was at a stalemate.
At this moment, an old and respected minister stood up.
"I can vouch for the character and loyalty of His Royal Highness the Crown Prince. Please do not be misled by rumors."
With the support of the old ministers, the people's emotions gradually stabilized.
But Shen Mo knew that this was only a temporary calm and the enemy would not miss any opportunity.
In order to completely break the deadlock, Shen Mo decided to conduct an in-depth investigation into the forces behind the conspirators and look for their evidence.
He sent out his trusted followers to gather intelligence everywhere.
After many days of hard work, we finally found some important clues.
It turned out that these conspirators had colluded with foreign forces and attempted to overthrow the imperial court.
Shen Mo took the evidence and went to the palace to meet the emperor again.
"Father, please look at this." Shen Mo presented the evidence to the emperor.
The emperor was furious after reading it: "How dare these traitors collaborate with the enemy and betray the country!"
The emperor ordered that all the conspirators be captured in one fell swoop, and Shen Mo finally got out of the predicament.
However, after this series of turmoil, Shen Mo and Lin Yuwei also realized that the struggle in the palace will never stop, and they must always remain vigilant to protect the country and their own status...