Debate

As soon as he opened his mouth to retort, the three stately officials were at a loss. The three looked at each other, seeing their opponent's resentment. Fan Xian had had Guo You removed from his post with no regard to the rules. In truth, it had provoked the ire of many an official in the capital. Thankfully, the majority of officials did not dare do anything out of consideration of the Prime Minister and Minister Fan.

But these three officials each had their own backers, and each had their own interests and schemes.

Some time passed before Han Zhiwei, Minister of Justice, suddenly spoke coldly. "Yesterday, the imperial censor gave the order to impeach you, as you are aware, Mr. Fan."

"I know of the matter, but not in detail," replied Fan Xian calmly.