Fake Eunuch: Discovering the Emperor is a Woman!-Chapter 221 - 219: What Lord Wang Said Is Right (16th Update)

Chapter 221: Chapter 219: What Lord Wang Said Is Right (16th Update)

And now, let’s turn our attention to Lin Yi at this very moment.

Upon seeing another person jumping into the fray, the corners of his mouth immediately curled up slightly, revealing a playful smirk.

This was precisely what he wanted to see.

He didn’t mind the more the merrier. In fact, the more the better.

He even wished that the head Imperial Censor himself would step forward to spar with him.

As this character made his entrance, the young Emperor’s gaze also turned to him.

At the same time, the Emperor’s eyebrows slightly furrowed, expressing his thoughts without the need for many words.

The young Emperor was waiting for the man to speak, curious to hear what he intended to say. freewēbnoveℓ.com

Clearly, this Wang Kui was not someone Ma Zhou could compare to; he was much more seasoned than Ma Zhou.

Upon noticing the Emperor’s expression, he showed no other emotion but adopted a just demeanor, and, after bowing to the young Emperor, he continued to speak:

"I beg to report to Your Majesty, I have a few questions I would like to ask Eunuch Lin."

Hearing this, the young Emperor didn’t speak but glanced at Lin Yi. The implication was clear: ask whatever you want to ask, just ask directly.

Seeing this, Wang Kui no longer hesitated and turned his attention directly to Lin Yi.

Then he gave Lin Yi a slight bow as a gesture of greeting before proceeding to speak earnestly:

"It goes without saying, the words of Eunuch Lin just now were indeed enlightening for this official.

Especially the phrase

’Officials should not compete with commoners for profit, the greater should not seize from the lesser.’

It really hit the nail on the head."

At this point, the man again slightly bowed to Lin Yi, every gesture revealing his refinement.

In short, he gave off an impression of both humility and willingness to learn, as well as an air of unflinching integrity.

In other words, he epitomized straightforwardness and open-mindedness.

This demeanor was reminiscent of Judge Bao from television dramas, in my presence right is right, but if wrong, I would not change my opinion of you just because you are right.

There was also a sense of judging the matter, not the person.

Seeing this, Lin Yi couldn’t help but give him a thumbs up.

At the same time, he inwardly sighed, truly befitting an old fox, this guy surely wasn’t someone minor like Ma Zhou could compare with.

Every single sentence of this guy was a trap; if Lin Yi responded improperly even for a moment, he would fall into this guy’s scheme.

However, despite this, Lin Yi wasn’t really concerned about him.

After all, he was a person from the 21st century. How could he truly be concerned about such an old thing?

Regardless, he had listened to Professor Luo’s lectures from beginning to end; though not to the point of turning black into white, it wasn’t far off.

Moreover, he had a trump card he hadn’t played yet. Using it, not just these Imperial Censors but, perhaps, the entire court of civil and military officials wouldn’t be able to withstand it.

And this was where Lin Yi’s confidence lay.

"Hehe, Lord Wang overpraises me.

These are merely some superficial insights of mine, surely in comparison to Lord Wang’s eloquent discourses, compared to the knowledge behind Lord Wang, these are mere trivialities.

Hehe. Lord Wang, please feel free to speak your mind."

Lin Yi was naturally adept at exchanging courtesies; he wasn’t a rookie to the professional world, so he knew what being magnanimous entailed.

Especially in the court, appearing too vindictive even when in the right, might inevitably leave an impression of being unfit for great responsibility.

Yet to remain unperturbed by honor or disgrace, that was the demeanor of a true holder of power.

To be honest, this performance from Lin Yi also somewhat astonished Wang Kui.

No wonder Ma Zhou was defeated; this fellow’s loss was not undeserved at all.

Presently, this Lin Yi not only had capability, but his inner fortitude was also steadfast enough.

It could be said that his mind harbored countless schemes, myriad stratagems.

Yet his face remained remarkably calm.

Whether speaking or acting, he was as tight-lipped as a cunning old fox. Such a person, only 20 years old, it’s almost unbelievable.

Including himself at that age, not to mention being less capable than Ma Zhou let alone as savvy as Lin Yi.

In this respect, Wang Kui also had a higher opinion of Lin Yi, yet although he held him in high esteem, it did not affect his own performance in the least.

Nor did it affect his resolve to make a move against Lin Yi.

After a brief mutual courtesy exchange, Wang Kui’s words took a sharp turn, going straight to the crux as he addressed Lin Yi:

"Although this official highly agrees with Eunuch Lin’s statements, and with that particular sentence.

As well, this official acknowledges what Eunuch Lin has said about iron smelting and salt and sugar production.

But this official would like to ask Eunuch Lin, do you believe that your own actions are comparable to those of iron smelting and salt and sugar production?

Let’s take salt as an example. If this commodity falls into the wrong hands, it could lead to turmoil across the country.

If someone with ill intent were to control the salt supply, if they were to restrict salt from distribution, if they managed to cause a scarcity amongst the populace, undoubtedly, that would lead to rebellion. Therefore, it must be controlled by the court.

Dare I ask Eunuch Lin, is your glassware the same?"

This sentence struck home, directly spelling out the central issue.

Whether it’s salt or smelting, these are commodities that absolutely cannot be left in the hands of the people.

Should these resources fall into their hands, and should someone interfere and disrupt the supply, revolt could break out forthwith.

But on the contrary, your glassware is not like this, even if owned by the people, surely no one would rebel because of it, right?

After all, this commodity is niche, not something everyone absolutely requires daily.

And as this question was posed, Ma Zhou suddenly lit up beside him, smacking his thigh in realization:

"Exactly, exactly. Lord Wang is correct!

Salt is a vital asset to the nation; therefore, it must not be left in the hands of the people. How could this possibly be considered competing with the common people for profit?"

Seeing this display of petty triumph, Lin Yi couldn’t help but shake his head and chuckle bitterly. This fellow was still too young, far inferior to Wang Kui.

If he were Ma Zhou, the only thing to do at this point would be to quietly blend into the crowd and remain inconspicuous.

But instead of doing so, he jumped out again.

... End of Chapter ...