Richest Man: Divine-Grade Reconstruct System Chapter 913 873: Taking the Fall

As his figure leaned back against the chair, a faint voice once again emerged from his mouth, and all the ministers present heard it:

"You certainly can't expect me to become someone who goes back on his word."

Lin Yi's words were spoken very calmly, even with a hint of indifference that made people uneasy, causing uncertainty about the true meaning of his words.

However, everyone present, upon hearing these words, couldn't help but shudder, especially the leading chancellor on the right, whose body trembled involuntarily and whose heart skipped a beat.

It wasn't simply the surface meaning of the words that caused such a reaction, rather they understood the deeper implications.

Though the words said 'I can't be someone who breaks his promise,' there was a precondition — they could act, but he couldn't because he had promised to spare him. They hadn't made any promises.

Clearly, everyone present understood the implication of these words, grasping what Lin Yi intended to express.

What left them speechless was the realization that if they really acted as Lin Yi suggested, taking action themselves, the eternal shame would fall upon them.

As for Lin Yi? He showed no intention of intervening, having already agreed to let the opponent go — what magnanimity and boldness that was.

In the end, the blame would rest solely on them, with them being narrow-minded and fearing Chen Shiren's retaliation.

Yet, faced with the current situation frozen in stalemate, whether they were willing or not, they had to act.

After all, in order to gain a stable foothold in Dayou Kingdom, to regain stability under the new king, they had no choice.

Turning back to join Chen Shiren's side now was impossible.

Not to mention whether he would accept them; even if he did, they couldn't bear the consequences Lin Yi brought upon them.

Perhaps if they eliminated Chen Shiren now, they would only bear eternal shame, but if they sided with Chen Shiren, they would lose their lives.

They clearly understood the importance of choosing wisely.

As the saying goes, 'Better a live coward than a dead hero,' if surviving means bearing eternal shame, so be it.

Precisely because they realized this, the chancellor resolutely gritted his teeth, closed his eyes, and gestured to those around him.

At that moment, those nearby almost jumped in anger, looking like they wanted to strangle the chancellor. What a sly fellow, clearly unwilling to act but expecting others to bear the shame of countless curses.

Yet, they refused to shoulder all the blame alone; they would only act if everyone shared the burden.

Otherwise, any family bearing the shame alone wouldn't last long, and soon their entire clan would be targeted for retribution, or the new King You would find an excuse to eliminate them.

Officially, after all, it was the family that had assassinated his brother.

Hence, though they understood they had to act, none wished to be the first to move.

Now, they looked at each other, none expressing intent to act, all feigning nonchalance, while Chen Shiren had already reached the palace door, nearly out of time to intervene.

Seeing the situation, the chancellor grew anxious, glancing at Lin Yi, only to find him resting with closed eyes, not paying the least attention to them.

Now the old man was completely speechless, truly tempted to wipe out all his subordinates. If you won't act now, must I act personally?

He was conclusively in a predicament.

Nonetheless, he soon made a decision — better to act than do nothing.

Thus, he firmly gritted his teeth, stomped his foot, and took the lead toward the door.

His movements promptly urged everyone behind him to follow.

He had anticipated this outcome, knowing nobody wished to be the leading target, fearing early exposure would bring trouble.

Yet with a leader, even the silliest wouldn't watch idly; they would charge forward, collectively securing favor from Lin Yi.

If everyone moved and you alone did not, the issue would be yours, not everyone's. What benefits would await you then?

Clearly, everyone present was shrewd, fully aware of the nuances of officialdom and the art of diplomacy.

Thus, under the chancellor's lead, the old guard rushed forward, and suddenly, guards emerged from nowhere, wielding short blades directed at Dayou King, already stepping outside.

This was truly wolves preying on a fallen tiger; the flourishing Chen Shiren was brought down by this cadre of veterans.

In a moment, the formerly proud Chen Shiren lay lifeless on the ground.

The nearby trembling eunuchs and palace maids were already scared speechless, all kneeling in terror, not daring to witness the scene unfolding.

After finishing their deed, the geriatrics returned to Lin Yi, falling to their knees in front of him.

The chancellor boldly confessed to Lin Yi:

"Reporting to My Lord, your humble servant is guilty, acting without orders, executing that treasonous criminal on the spot. It's wholly my transgression; I beseech my Lord for death."

After speaking, he kowtowed forcefully to the ground.

His demeanor truly appeared as if he were nobly accepting lethal justice.

Meanwhile, a trace of disdain shimmered across the faces of others all around.

[To be continued...]