In the end, Wan ordered a thorough analysis of the "Florence Musket" sent by Hyang.
This was partly because he accepted the cautious faction’s opinion led by Im Sun-wook, but also because it concerned Wan's own authority as the emperor.
“Everyone knows how thorough Situation is. But even the wisest can make a mistake once. Since this is a matter deeply related to the empire’s future, it’s right to examine and reconsider it once more.”
“By your command!”
The ministers bowed their heads and responded to Wan’s order.
Even as they lowered their heads, they sneaked glances at Shin Suk-ju.
Having already been marked once by Wan, Shin Suk-ju bowed his head with a face as pale as a corpse.
In the back alleys of Yukjo Street, rumors about Shin Suk-ju were spreading like wildfire.
- Not only the emperor but even the crown prince is after Shin Suk-ju!
- I heard the audit office is already digging into Shin Suk-ju’s background!
The rumors that circulated among the officials had even reached Shin Suk-ju’s ears.
From then on, Shin Suk-ju began working even harder but also began to be more cautious.
However, before long, people around him started to keep their distance.
Seeing Shin Suk-ju like that, the ministers all clicked their tongues silently.
“Tsk! He should’ve kept a low profile!”