Minister of Personnel Sun Mo also stepped forward and said, "Regent, your humble servant agrees."
The Minister of Works stepped forward, his expression hesitant, and said, "Your humble servant feels that Prime Minister Chu is acting a bit too quickly. However, your humble servant wishes to hear what Prime Minister Chu has to say. If he can convince me, perhaps I will support him."
Chu Chen smiled. He had long anticipated this outcome and found nothing strange about it.
"You only know that I arranged for these people, but you don't know that they are actually subordinates of the Old War God. You can doubt me, Chu Chen, but can you doubt the Old War God?"
Upon hearing this, everyone couldn't help but turn their gaze towards the Old War God standing not far from Chu Chen.
For a moment, everyone was speechless. The Old War God was currently responsible for protecting Chu Chen.
Even if those arranged people were all former subordinates of the Old War God, the Old War God was now tied to Chu Chen.
However, they couldn't say the Old War God was Chu Chen's man. The Old War God was personally appointed by the late Emperor.
The Old War God held a revered position throughout the Yun Yue Kingdom, and no one could point fingers at him.
Minister of Rites Wu Sheng couldn't help but ask, "Old War God, is this true? Did Prime Minister Chu not ask you to assign those people?"
Minister of Justice Wang Zhe, however, stepped forward with a cold laugh and said, "Even if those people are all subordinates of the Old War God, it only means the Old War God was deceived."
The Minister of Works, Meng Yuan, then stepped forward and said, "Esteemed officials, why don't we first hear what the Old War God has to say?"
"In my humble opinion, although the Old War God is much older than us, his mindset may not be as old as ours. He still lives with great clarity."
Li Xinyue looked at the Old War God and nodded.
"Yes, Old War God, tell us what's going on?"
"Although I am the Regent, I will still respect your status as the Old War God as I always have. Please tell us what is happening. I believe in you."
Upon hearing this, the Old War God Huo Qing couldn't help but reveal a smile.
"Your Highness, Prime Minister Chu is indeed correct. Those people are all my subordinates, and I did indeed find them."
Minister of Rites Wu Sheng couldn't help but step forward, his face filled with worry.
"Old War God, this matter is of utmost importance. You must stand up and speak for our Yun Yue Kingdom!"
"Yes, Old War God, please do not be influenced by Chu Chen. Although he is the Prime Minister and is currently assisting the Regent, as long as we unite, we will not fear him."
Hearing this, Chu Chen's face couldn't help but show a hint of coldness.
"You speak beautifully, as if I am using my position for personal gain and acting only for myself."
"In reality, you have no intention of being selfless. The only reason you stand out like this is to prevent me from gaining any advantage."
"Ultimately, it is your selfishness that drives you."
Upon hearing this, many officials' faces turned somewhat dim.
They were indeed concerned about Chu Chen sending so many generals, as controlling the army meant controlling the nation.
Previously, they had had more or less conflicts with Chu Chen.
If Chu Chen controlled everything, wouldn't it be easy for him to deal with those present if he wished?
The soldiers of Shuangyue City were meant to protect the officials of Yun Yue Kingdom. If they were all turned against them, they might as well hang themselves.
Minister of Personnel Sun Mo, however, sneered and said, "Prime Minister Chu, your words are biased. It is clearly you who intends to control the army, yet you are blaming us. Are we forcing you to send people?"
Minister of Rites Wu Sheng also recovered and regained some courage. "Exactly, Prime Minister Chu, you are slandering us. We will absolutely not tolerate such defamation from you."
After speaking, Wu Sheng stood out with righteous indignation and said, "Prime Minister Chu, do you dare to say that you have no selfish motives in doing this?"
Hearing this, Chu Chen couldn't help but laugh. These fellows really didn't think before they spoke. Did they really think they were something special?
"On this matter, I actually have the courage to say so. The Regent knows the specific reasons why I am doing this, but I cannot tell you now. Who knows which one of you is a spy for the Xiongnu and has been bought by them?"
Upon hearing this, Wu Sheng and the others were instantly enraged.
Chu Chen's words made them sound like they were the legendary Xiongnu spies.
Wu Sheng immediately flew into a rage. "Prime Minister Chu, you must clarify this matter with us. We are not the so-called Xiongnu spies."
"Regent, this official demands a thorough investigation into the case of those Xiongnu assassins and seeks to clear my name."
Minister of Personnel Sun Mo also stepped forward and cupped his hands, saying, "Regent, your humble servant agrees."
Minister of Justice Wang Zhe also stepped forward and said, "Regent, your humble servant also agrees. Prime Minister Chu's words this time are truly infuriating. This official also feels offended."
As these officials voiced their opinions, the minor officials who followed them also spoke up one after another, making the entire situation seem rather perplexing.
Li Xinyue smiled and said to everyone, "You all seem to have a lot of grievances with Chu Chen. However, I can responsibly tell you that I was aware of this matter beforehand, and I also agreed to it."
Upon hearing this, everyone present was greatly astonished. They had not expected such an outcome.
"Your Highness, this matter cannot be spoken of lightly. It carries responsibility."
Minister of Rites Wu Sheng couldn't help but step forward and say.
Minister of Justice Wang Zhe also said with a look of anxiety, "Your Highness, this matter is of great importance. If Prime Minister Chu controls the army, then our Shuangyue City will be under his control."
Hearing this, Li Xinyue couldn't help but show a hint of displeasure. "What do you mean by that? Can I not distinguish between right and wrong?"
Upon hearing this, everyone immediately fell silent, daring not to utter another word.
They were certainly not foolish. Everyone could see that Li Xinyue was angry.
At this moment, provoking her would be a dead end.
Even if Li Xinyue didn't kill you outright, she would certainly find a way to deal with you afterward, and that would be a fate worse than death.
Chu Chen smiled and said, "Your Highness, please calm your anger. The reason these ministers speak this way is likely out of concern for the state and a desire to uphold justice. Your Highness, please do not trouble them."
Hearing this, Wu Sheng and the others' faces were filled with mockery. Chu Chen's hypocritical demeanor made them want to vomit.
Li Xinyue's expression then softened slightly. "Since Prime Minister Chu says so, then I, as Regent, will not hold it against them. However, from now on, none of you are allowed to speak ill of Prime Minister Chu regarding this matter."