Ministers Begging Me to Ascend the Throne Chapter 1085 - 125: The Southern Wei People Deserve to Die!

The Dragon Guards handle the secret probe into the buy and sell records of Divine Pills, whereas the Imperial Court of Judicial Review is charged with capturing those culprits. In just a few days, over half the capital's officials got rounded up and hauled off to the massive prison run by the Imperial Court of Judicial Review.

Known for its ruthless efficiency, the Imperial Court of Judicial Review shows no mercy, be you a Duke or a mere peasant—anyone marked for arrest gets nabbed without fail, with zero escapes. As a result, the last several days saw a flood of big shots 'checking in' to the Imperial Court of Judicial Review's prison.

These highborn elites, flaunting their lofty ranks, hurled curses and screams from their cells, hurling every intimidation tactic and threat at the Imperial Court of Judicial Review's staff, insisting on instant freedom. Yet the officials utterly ignored them.

No matter your towering clout in the court, stepping into the Imperial Court of Judicial Review's prison turns you into just another inmate, stripping away any official rank's power. Here, you toe the line of the Imperial Court of Judicial Review without question.

Should all civil and military officials pick the most hated agency, the Imperial Court of Judicial Review would top the list without doubt.

Renowned for ironclad impartiality, the Imperial Court of Judicial Review's officers fear no bullying from the mighty, embodying unyielding fairness and uprightness.

As the Emperor's staunch ally, Minister Guo of the Imperial Court of Judicial Review once labored as a scribe beside him before Great Zhou's rise, earning deep imperial trust. Post-founding, the Emperor installed him to oversee the Imperial Court of Judicial Review.

A legal expert steeped in codes from past dynasties, Minister Guo played a key role in crafting Great Zhou's laws upon its birth.

Rumor holds that no one in Great Zhou grasps the laws better than Minister Guo.

Shielded by imperial support, Minister Guo shrugs off noble pressures. Even absent that bond, his resolve for justice stays firm, free from any power abuse.

Right then, the Emperor bantered with Minister Guo.

“Hasn’t your Imperial Court of Judicial Review been buzzing these last days?”

Catching the Emperor’s drift, Minister Guo grinned back, “Yes, most bigwigs in the capital now fill the Imperial Court of Judicial Review’s prison.” Though his typical chill vibe screams 'stay back,' assuming he's stiff and stern misses the mark—he's actually sharp and funny behind closed doors, a side few witness. “They’ve been showering me with curses lately.”

“Not cursed plenty yet?” Since Lao Guo claimed the Court Martial post, curses rain on him nonstop. “How go the questionings? Spilling the truth yet?”

“Your Majesty, you know they clam up without a jolt. Threats loosen their tongues.” Minister Guo feigned distress, “With their high standings, Your Majesty, scaring them proves tough for me.”

The Emperor glared annoyed at Minister Guo, snapping, “Cut it out—I know your game. Grill them your way; I’ll stay out of it.”

Heartened by the Emperor’s green light, Minister Guo flashed a broad smile, “As you decree.” He rubbed his palms, raring to dive in.

Eyeing Minister Guo’s antsy vibe, the Emperor chuckled with a scold, “Scram back to your Court Martial.”

“I withdraw.”

The Emperor warned, “They’re fragile sorts—go light.”

“Fear not, Your Majesty, I’ve got the measure.” Minister Guo repeated, “I withdraw.” Then he bolted off quick.

Seeing Minister Guo dash away so eagerly, Sun Kui noted oddly, “Your Majesty, Minister Guo seems thrilled—did my eyes deceive me?”

“Eyes true; he’s thrilled alright.” The Emperor laughed, “He’s itched to grill these nobles forever, and now they’re in his grasp—how could he not rejoice?”

Recalling Minister Guo’s terrifying fame, Sun Kui gulped in dread, “Your Majesty, will Minister Guo torture Duke Zhen and the rest?”

“Heaven knows.”

The Emperor’s reply left Sun Kui quietly pitying Duke Zhen and company.

Just then, Sun Doudou stepped in, bowed low, and announced to the Emperor: “Your Majesty, Empress Xie, Noble Princess Consort Rong, and Princess Consort De seek entry.”

Hearing that, the Emperor smirked playfully, “What gale today herds them all here?”

“Begging mercy, no doubt.”

“Send them in.”

Moments later, Noble Princess Consort Rong shoved past Empress Xie, bursting into the Imperial Study ahead. Skipping bows, she hurried to the Emperor, whining sweetly, “Cousin, the Court Martial folk act wildly, snatching my brother and jailing him. You gotta back him up.”