Chapter 78 - Convening of the Empress Dowager
Tianhui Emperor was seriously ill from the cold, and had not gone to court for three days in a row.
Gu Yicheng took the chance to buy land, pick out some timber, and spread the word that he wanted to find the best craftsman in Wanshen, causing an uproar in the capital. When the citizens heard that he was going to build a house, they all thought that he was going to build a courtyard in the capital, causing evil comments everywhere he went, some even joined forces to protest outside the gates of Gu Xiangfu.
When the people were riled up, there were people who wanted to make use of this opportunity to create trouble.
There were rumors circulating around the capital that someone was plotting to usurp the position of Emperor. Although it was not clear who was, there were many hints.