Since learning about Zhou Man's entry into the palace, his heart had always been uneasy. He was still trying to figure out a solution, but he hadn't expected things to develop so rapidly. He had found out just two days ago from his servants that Zhou Man had gone to the palace, and today the promotion document was abruptly rejected.
Lord Chen Fulin swallowed nervously, quite unsettled, uncertain whether the emperor simply felt he was unsuitable, or Zhou Man had said something within the palace.
He felt a vague regret in his heart. Had he known this would happen, he should not have taken the matter lightly at the outset, thinking to plan slowly. He should have taken action immediately after encountering Zhuang Xun at the Primus Pavilion, hurriedly finding someone to oust not only him but his three disciples as well.
Regret surged in Lord Chen Fulin's heart.
