Chapter 443: Steal the Heavens and Swap the Days

The Hour of Dog.

The night was deep and quiet, every sound was still.

Lamps burned brightly in the Diligent Administration Hall.

Emperor Tianshun, with sleepy eyes, yawned and accepted the Refreshing Tea handed over by a eunuch.

Kneeling on the ground, Commander Lu Wei of the Western Depot reported changes in the Imperial Court, "Your Majesty, Elder Tang has intentions of relinquishing power, and a majority of the officials from all six ministries have pledged allegiance under his command."

"A minority of officials pride themselves on their integrity, resolutely refusing to associate with the eunuchs. Among them, the Minister of Works Xu and Vice Minister of Personnel Zhong are the most vocal opponents. Should we eliminate them?"

Since the palace coup, the power of the Eastern Depot expanded rapidly, while the Western Depot's influence steadily declined. Finally receiving Your Majesty's command, Lu Wei needed to present heads as proof of his achievements.