The Sorrowmender

PAID Chapter 158

In the Cangyue realm, there are six grand dukes: Duke Wei, Duke Qin, Duke Chu, Duke Zhou, Duke Han, and Duke Zhao. These six individuals, collectively known as the Six Dukes, oversee the royal ancestral temple.

Additionally, there are three major families: the Nangong family, the Ximen family, and the Wang family. These three families have been engaged in commerce for generations, and their members also hold official positions in the court. With substantial power, these families control half of Cangyue's economic lifeline. From a single grain of rice to gold and iron mines, everything is within their grasp, including the handling of private salt.

It can be said that they hold Cangyue's economic lifeline and the livelihood of its people. Tonight, the five grand dukes, the three noble families, and some collateral princes have gathered together to discuss strategies.

The young emperor has ascended the throne and frequently attempts to reform and strengthen the state. However, these reforms conflict with their interests. Over the years, under Duke Wei's leadership, they have outwardly submitted but secretly opposed the emperor, causing him considerable trouble.

In their eyes, anyone can be emperor, but they must be obedient. Clearly, the current young emperor is rebellious and, most importantly, difficult to deal with. Previously, with Duke Wei's mediation and planning, they always had the upper hand. Now, with Duke Wei bedridden, they feel uncertain and leaderless, like a headless dragon.

No one knows if Duke Wei will recover or if he will pass away quietly. They need a new leader, a new decision-maker.

Duke Qin said, "In my opinion, we should take action directly to curb their arrogance. I dare not touch the Cangyue emperor, but a mere unknown mister, killing him is no big deal."

Duke Chu responded, "Kill him? With what? If it were possible, Duke Wei would have done it long ago. Besides, can the people we have in our mansion even kill anyone?"

The others remained silent, acknowledging the truth. The spies they sent out during the day returned with no information and barely escaped with their lives. According to their reports, the person acting in the shadows is a Golden Elixir expert, and not just one.

They truly can't win and have no confidence.

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