Chapter 2232: Victory in hand

"These are all what I should do." Yuanji also smiled happily. After all, the smoothness of this matter was beyond his expectation. He also understood the significance of Qi Kai joining their camp and the consequences that would arise. influence.

For Yuanji, who had already put all his wealth on the second prince, the importance of such a thing to him was self-evident.

"Your Highness, now that we have the majority of votes, we have taken control of the overall situation. As long as we win over some other officials from the DPRK and the Central Government, His Highness's ascension to the throne will be just around the corner." Hou Yi also said with a smile.

Zhao Ke smiled and nodded.

The three of them were in a good mood. After all, things were developing more smoothly than they had expected, so they were naturally very happy.

"The response from other officials was good." Zhao Ke said: "According to the steward's report, after receiving the invitation, the vast majority of officials said they would come to the banquet in the evening, and some said they would consider it and refused in person. Not one!"

Zhao Ke said with a very excited expression.

No one refused in person. This was as expected by Zhao Ke. After all, he was also the second prince. The throne was currently vacant. He was a strong contender for the throne. Regardless of whether the officials were optimistic about him or not, there was no need to break up with him at this time. , even if you don’t want to come at night, you won’t refuse so directly. At most, like some people, you will say that you will take a look at the situation.

Therefore, Zhao Ke is happy not because no one refused, but because most people directly agreed. Although even if they agree to come to the banquet, it does not mean that those officials will definitely join his camp, but it is still A good sign, a good sign, he is naturally happy.

"The ministers in the court are not stupid. After knowing that Your Highness has been released from prison, they naturally understand who is most likely to ascend the throne." Yuanji said: "It seems that tonight's dinner will be extremely lively. It will become the most eye-catching dinner party in the imperial capital.”

"After today's dinner, I'm afraid, the layout of the imperial capital will be completely clear." Hou Yi also agreed.

Obviously, they all have great expectations for tonight's dinner. The current development of the situation is extremely beneficial to them. As long as the ministers of the DPRK and China return to their hearts tonight and Qi Kai joins, the second prince will definitely be the leader. The overall situation is decided!

The two of them are looking forward to tonight's dinner.

Zhao Ke is also looking forward to his dinner tonight.

Just yesterday, he was being detained and guarded, but now he was so close to the throne, which made him feel like he was in a trance.

The temptation of the throne was so great that Zhao Ke could not calm down. At this moment, he could not wait to attend the dinner party that night.

When Zhao Ke and others were preparing for the dinner in the evening, Wu Fan learned through the black shadow four-winged bird that Zhao Qi was close to the imperial capital. Zhao Qi was traveling faster than expected. Obviously, because her father Because the emperor died suddenly, she couldn't wait to come back and see her father again.

Even if it's just a corpse or a tablet!

However, Wu Fan had already learned about Zhao Ke's release from prison. He could feel that the atmosphere in the imperial capital had become more oppressive, like a taut string that might break at any time.

In the Imperial Capital, something big is likely to happen in the near future!

This was Wu Fan's premonition, and he believed in his premonition.

When Zhao Qi returned to the imperial capital at this time, it was obviously easy to get involved.

Of course, because Zhao Qi is a woman, there may not be any danger at the beginning, but there is no guarantee that no accidents will happen, especially since Wu Fan still wants to support Zhao Qi to become the leader if there is a chance. Then Zhao Qi Naturally, we have to face greater and more dangers.

Therefore, protecting Zhao Qi's safety is the most important.

Wu Fan has decided that when Zhao Qi returns to the imperial capital, he will follow and protect him.

"Sir, according to the news received, many ministers will go to the second prince's house for a banquet tonight." Zhou Guang said to Wu Fan.

"Is the news reliable?"

"reliable."

Wu Fan smiled and said: "This second prince really can't wait for a moment. He has just been released from prison and has already started planning to ascend the throne."

Wu Fan could naturally see that the second prince Zhao Ke held a dinner party not just to celebrate his release from prison, but also to force the ministers of the DPRK and China to take sides.

Judging from the feedback, it seems that there are quite a few people in the court who support the second prince.

In fact, this is not surprising. When the late emperor just passed away, it was reported that the late emperor had the intention of making the second prince the crown prince. If Guan Zhuo had not arrested Zhao Ke before, I am afraid that this fight for the throne would have happened. The drama has ended long ago.

In addition to that rumor, Yuan Ji and Hou Zhong beside Zhao Ke also played a crucial role. One of these two people was the head of the civil service, and the other knew many shady things. Officials, who dares to say that his butt is clean?

Therefore, with these two people supporting Zhao Ke, not many officials in the DPRK and China would dare to confront him.

"Is there any news from the Third Prince?" Wu Fan asked.

In Wu Fan's opinion, the person who had the biggest reaction to Zhao Ke's release from prison must be the third prince Zhao Lun. After all, if Zhao Ke does not come out of prison, Zhao Lun is the one most likely to inherit the throne. Now Zhao Ke suddenly appears Prison, the situation in the DPRK suddenly changed, and it was impossible for Zhao Lun not to react.

"It is said that the third prince was very angry and even threatened to remove Guanzhuo from the title of Minister of Punishment." Zhou Guang said.

"It's just angry words." Wu Fan said: "Don't mention it, he still needs Guanzhuo's support. Even if he doesn't need it, can a prince depose a minister of the Ministry of Justice? I'm kidding, but it's normal for him to be angry. I'm just curious. How will he respond to this matter? The second prince is coming fiercely. He cannot sit still and wait for death without any reaction. Send someone to keep an eye on me. If you have any news, tell me immediately. "

Wu Fan didn't believe that Zhao Lun would have no reaction, except that he wanted to die.

Obviously, no one wants to die, especially Zhao Lun. Therefore, Zhao Lun will definitely take action, but Wu Fan doesn't know what will happen to him.

Judging from the current situation, Zhao Lun is very passive now. Although he has the imperial edict in hand, the ministers in the court do not recognize him and cannot sit on the throne. The only reason to blame is his poor reputation and popularity. Well, at a critical moment, such a relationship backfired on him.

Without the support of ministers, it would undoubtedly be very difficult for Zhao Lun to compete with Zhao Ke for the throne, but it was impossible for Zhao Lun to give up. Therefore, while Wu Fan was confused, he was also curious about what he would do. How to do it.