Having seen off the tribal leaders who received generous gifts in addition to the promised salt, Sejong looked back at his ministers. “Now, we can take a breath. Let’s pick up the pace! Prime Minister.”
“Yes, Your Majesty!”
“Gyeong has been appointed as the administrative officer, so begin the final selection immediately. I would like the results submitted within three days. With the abilities I have heard of from Father, it should be possible, right?”
At Sejong’s words, Hwang Hee’s face turned pale.
That cruel king was already planning to send him as a record keeper!
“What? Are you not confident? Then, I will choose someone else…”
“I will definitely finish it within three days!”
“I look forward to it.”
Hwang Hee returned alone to the State Council office and began rummaging through the records.
As he searched through the records, Hwang Hee ground his teeth. “I am Hwang Hee! Hwang Hee! I am the one whom King Taejong cherished!” Although he had been exiled for a time due to the issue with the deposed Crown Prince Yangnyeong, Sejong had trusted him enough to lift the exile immediately after taking the throne.
“I will make sure to let them know why I am recognized by King Taejong! I will make them understand why I am Hwang Hee!”