After leaving the throne room, Yan Huaijing had mixed feelings.
On the one hand, Yan Jiuchao had done something he couldn't do. He felt jealous. On the other hand, Assistant Minister Ma was related to the Empress by blood, and Yan Jiuchao was on the same side as the Empress. Wasn't this indirectly cutting off his wings? It was fine if this matter was exposed to the public by others, then Yan Jiuchao had no choice but to do so because of the pressure from the officials and commoners. But he was the one who dug out the case.
Was he really so unscrupulous? Even if he didn't forgive Assistant Minister Ma, he should at least inform the Empress in advance before dealing with him and show her some respect, right?
Yet, he had really killed him without a word! No, he had been cut in half!
