Fletcher's Descent into the Abyss Chapter 269

The ban issued by the court could not stop the gossip in the capital from spreading. In the streets, alleys, and teahouses, everyone was discussing the life of the empress. The city gates were closed, but the rumors had already spread to the eight cities and were spreading to the west.

"As soon as possible, let the capital army seal the door," Kong Qiu said during the meeting in Mingli Hall. "The news cannot be spread randomly! If the Imperial College is in trouble, the capital army must also take care of it. Cheng Bi is an old minister and knows what to do."

Shao Chengbi knelt in front of the imperial desk. His new official robe fit him well, but his hair was completely white, so he didn't look like a military commander. He said in a hoarse voice, "It's not the first time that students have caused trouble. It's hard to tell the severity of the situation. I'm afraid that if the soldiers get close to us, they will add fuel to the fire."

"That has to be taken care of," Cen Yu stood up. He was a censor, so he naturally understood the pros and cons. "Gossip can melt metal, and constant criticism can destroy a person!"

Li Jianting did not sleep last night. He sat behind the imperial desk and drank strong tea. After a few gulps, he finished it and said, "I have a clear conscience, but the rumors this time are so strange. Who wrote that piece of paper? Doesn't the Ministry of Justice have any clue yet?"