was experienced and skilled at gauging the emperor's intentions, seemed to have seen something in Li Chen's demeanor. He gritted his teeth and clasped his fists, saying, "Does Your Highness not belie...rong's political life can be said to have come to an end.Li Chen did not punish him, but the decision he made was the cruellest punishment of all.The carriage, swaying precariously, had arrived at the...