Da Tang Si Zi: My Six Super Rich Little Nuggets!

Chapter 348 Little Rhinoceros Watches His Childhood Friend Rise to Power in the Imperial Court

The glazed tiles of Chang'an City shone so brightly under the sun that it was hard to open one's eyes, but the drama unfolding inside the palace walls was even more lively than the sun.

Wu Sansi's daughter, twirling in her embroidered shoes, was walking around in circles in the corridor. Her husband had only been dead for half a year when he became involved with an official named Li Linfu, and now she was plotting how to get her lover onto the throne of prime minister.

On the other side, Xiao Sizi was tugging at Li Zhi's sleeve and throwing a tantrum: "Third Brother! Your brows are so furrowed they could trap a fly! Hurry up and tell me what happened?"

The Emperor was pulled back and stumbled a couple of steps, both amused and exasperated: "My dear little ancestor, you wouldn't understand the dirty dealings in the court even if I told you."

Little Si immediately put his hands on his hips and glared at them: "Don't look down on people! Even though I'm small, I know that officials have to do practical things for the people. Do you think they can just sit there and play house?"

The Emperor, unable to dissuade him, had no choice but to expose the infighting among the officials. Upon hearing this, Little Sizi slapped his thigh in anger: "This is utter nonsense!"

Wu Sansi's daughter was not idle either; she swayed her hips as she went to find Gao Lishi.

She smiled sweeter than honey: "Eunuch Gao, Li Linfu is full of cunning and wickedness. If he becomes prime minister, he'll surely be able to turn the court upside down!"

Gao Lishi stroked his chin and shook his head: "No, no, this matter is too important. But if there's any sign of trouble, this old servant will definitely send you a message."

A few days later, the opportunity actually came.

Emperor Xuanzong of Tang asked Xiao Song to recommend a prime minister, and Xiao Song recommended Han Xiu.

Upon receiving the news, Gao Lishi quickly informed Wu Sansi's daughter.

The woman scurried towards Li Linfu with quick, light steps: "Linfu! Xiao Song has recommended Han Xiu! We'd better think of something quickly!"

Li Linfu twirled the fan in his hand and chuckled, "Simple! We'll leak the news to Han Xiu in advance, and he'll treat me like a great benefactor from now on, won't he?"

After Han Xiu became prime minister, he really regarded Li Linfu as his lifeline and then broke ties with Xiao Song.

Xiao Sizi, who was in the palace, was so angry that he jumped up and down: "Is Han Xiu out of his mind? Xiao Song recommended him with all his heart, but he was fooled by a few words!"

Even more outrageous, Han Xiu recommended Li Linfu instead, and even Consort Wu Hui got involved.

Little Sizi asked the Emperor angrily, "Third Prince! Why is Consort Wu Hui meddling in this too? Has she lost her mind?"

The Emperor scratched his head: "This matter is too complicated to explain in a short time."

After Li Linfu became the Vice Minister of the Imperial Secretariat, the court was in complete chaos.

Xiao Song and Han Xiu were constantly arguing, which gave the Emperor a real headache.

Xiao Song, looking dejected, wanted to resign, leaving the Emperor bewildered: "I didn't look down on you, so why do you want to quit?"

Xiao Song said with a wry smile, "I was able to leave unscathed because Your Majesty didn't find me repulsive. But if Your Majesty gets annoyed one day, my old life will be in danger!"

Han Xiu was a tough nut to crack; he would seize upon any mistake the emperor made and relentlessly criticize him.

Even the attendants couldn't stand it anymore: "Ever since Han Xiu became prime minister, Your Majesty hasn't had a single day of peace. You might as well just send him away!"

The Emperor waved his hand: "It doesn't matter if I lose a little weight, as long as the people can eat their fill and stay warm. Although Xiao Song goes along with me, I can't sleep soundly at night; Han Xiu always argues with me, but I sleep soundly!"

Little Sizi's eyes lit up after hearing this: "Emperor Sanlang's awareness is truly outstanding!"

It was also discovered that this emperor was truly adept at the art of checks and balances, promoting Xiao Song and Han Xiu together, and then dismissing them both from their posts.

With the help of Wu Zetian and others, Li Linfu finally became prime minister.

Little Sizi stamped his feet anxiously: "Damn it! This Li Linfu is no pushover; who knows what kind of trouble he'll cause in the future!"