Chapter 326: Not Exactly Identical, Almost Completely Irrelevant!

Chapter 326: Not Exactly Identical, Almost Completely Irrelevant!

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Indeed! Hes so malicious! Mo Rushuang and Guo Shaoshuai both exclaimed, united in their resentment.

Young Master, what should we do now? Mo Rushuang inquired.

Prince of Northern Hebei has concocted such a poisonous plan, indicating his impatience. Therefore, we shouldnt delay. Lets hurry back to the capital! Additionally, draft another letter to Prince of Northern Hebei, telling him to wait for my return before taking any action! Lin Beifan urged.

Yes, Young Master! they both acknowledged.

They rushed from Qinglong Mountain Range, making their way back to the capital with great haste.

After about a week, they finally returned to the capital.

On that day, the citys residents once again lined the streets to welcome them.

Lord Prefect has returned!

Lin Prefect is truly the military god of our Great Wu. He always returns victorious from every campaign!

Hes truly remarkable, a role model for us scholars!

To have a son like Lin Beifan is a blessing!

In the Golden Imperial Palace, the Empress was seated on the throne, looking at Lin Beifan with a contented smile. Sir Lin, you truly havent disappointed Us. Within the Phoenix Fortress, you defeated the combined forces of Wuxi and Dayue, saving Great Wu from crisis!

Furthermore, you fought your way to the Qinglong Mountain Range, reclaimed our territory from Wuxi, and even demanded substantial reparations from the Dayue Dynasty, greatly intimidating foreign powers! Excellent! Youve done exceedingly well!

Thank you for Your Majestys praise. I, a humble servant, dare not take credit, Lin Beifan modestly responded.

Your deeds are beyond excessive praise, the Empress declared loudly. Because of your resistance against foreign enemies within the Phoenix Fortress, your protection of Great Wu, your loyalty and valor are admirable. Therefore, you shall be promoted by one rank, becoming an official of the first class in the Imperial Court. Furthermore, a noble title shall be bestowed upon you, naming you the Loyal and Valiant Duke!

Thank you, Your Majesty! Lin Beifan exclaimed.

An official of the first class in the Imperial Court!

A bestowed noble title of Loyal and Valiant Duke!

At this moment, Lin Beifan had reached the pinnacle of court officials, surpassing many civil and military officials by a significant margin!

The envy and jealousy of those officials were beyond words.

They couldnt utter any words of opposition, for those achievements were well-known by all!

Moreover, if they were to oppose, they would undoubtedly provoke that cunning little bastard who would play dirty tricks!

He was so sly, he was definitely capable of it!

They could only begrudgingly accept it!

Furthermore, the Empress showered Lin Beifan with a series of lavish rewards, too numerous for Lin Beifan to bother mentioning. After all, he no longer had to worry about his clothing and food for the rest of his life, so he didnt care as much.

According to Lin Beifans merit report, he was rewarded according to his achievements.

Promotions were given where due, rewards were distributed as warranted. In short, those who excelled and devoted themselves in this grand battle received their rightful rewards.

Report to Your Majesty, the rebel king Wu Tianyong and the traitors from Wuxi have been escorted to the capital and are waiting outside the palace! Lin Beifan reported.

The Empress exclaimed loudly, Summon them in!

A group of individuals were brought in by the palace guards, many of them crying and wailing, kneeling as soon as they saw the Empress.

Your Majesty, spare us, we know we were wrong!

The Empress nodded, Minister Lin speaks the truth! We cannot believe the words of the rebel king!

Hmph! This king knew you would whitewash everything, so this king secretly left a backup plan! The Wuxi Duke touched his armor and pulled out two crumpled papers, saying, These are the manufacturing methods of two great artifacts that the crafty villain Lin Beifan gave to this king. Whether they are real or fake is obvious at a glance!

Present them! The Empress glanced at the papers briefly, then handed them expressionlessly to the officials for examination

The Wuxi Duke smiled triumphantly, Now can you prove this kings words?

Cannot! The officials shook their heads one after another.

The Wuxi Duke was astonished, Why not?

The Empress said irritably, Imperial Uncle, could you please put a bit more effort into fabricating accusations? Just producing a set of manufacturing methods and claiming Lin Beifan gave them to youdoes anyone believe that?

The Wuxi Duke, perplexed, asked, Isnt this proof enough? His handwriting is on there

Youre using handwriting to prove, but this handwriting and Lin Beifans handwriting arent exactly the same. Theyre practically unrelated! How can you prove that he gave you this? The Empress retorted.

The Wuxi Duke was shocked, Theyre not the same?

He turned to look at Lin Beifan, only to find him smiling slightly, thoroughly pleased.

This drove the Wuxi Duke mad, Hes indeed a crafty villain! But I still have evidence!

With great care, he extracted a waterproof pouch from his armor and then carefully removed a bag of white powder from within.

This is Dragon Bone! I obtained it from Lin Beifan! The Wuxi Duke declared.

The Empress glanced without interest, Imperial uncle, you casually take out a bag of white powder and say its Dragon Bone. Who would believe that? And you claim Lin Beifan gave it to you. How can you prove that?

This The Wuxi Duke was once again dumbfounded, feeling that he really couldnt provide evidence.

He looked at Lin Beifan once more, only to find him even more smugly delighted.

This king still has evidence! The Wuxi Duke said angrily, Over the past year, Ive given him not only wealth but also many precious treasures! For example, the Phoenix Shadow Night Pearl, the Black Jade Hairpin

After reciting a series of precious treasures, the Wuxi Duke glared at Lin Beifan with resentment and declared, As long as we search his residence, find these items, it will prove my words!

The Empress said expressionlessly, Present the Phoenix Shadow Night Pearl and the Black Jade Hairpin!

Before long, the eunuchs brought these two treasures forward.

The Wuxi Duke was astonished, How do you have these treasures?

Because they were presented as tribute from another country, and I liked them very much, so I accepted them. They couldnt possibly be in Minister Lins possession! So, my good Uncle The Empress squinted, Until when do you plan to falsely accuse my loyal subject?

Your Majesty is wise! Lin Beifan exclaimed.

Its impossible! Absolutely impossible The Wuxi Duke was losing his mind.

The Empress waved her hand, Due to the Wuxi Dukes rebellion against principles, his chaos within the court, his act of inviting disaster, and his heinous crimes, he is now demoted to commoner status, stripped of all rights, and to be imprisoned in the celestial dungeon!

Yes, Your Majesty! A few palace guards came forward, and they escorted the Wuxi Duke away.

The Wuxi Duke struggled, Dont take this king away! This king has more to say! Lin Beifan is undoubtedly a traitor harming the country and the people! Hes even more sinister and terrifying than this king! Quickly arrest him, or the future of Great Wus sovereignty will be in danger

The Empress gazed coldly without a hint of concern.

Lin Beifan wore a smile on his face, unperturbed.

The Wuxi Duke gradually sank into despair, issuing his final roar.

Tyrant! You wretched tyrant!

And you, Lin Beifan, treacherous minister, you shall not die a good death!!!