Inside the Palace of Heavenly Purity, Ni Yuanlu’s thoughts were in turmoil. Who, in the end, was guilty and who was innocent? After reflecting for a long time, Ni Yuanlu raised his head and spoke slowly, "Your Majesty, I believe that the Crown Prince was acting to defend the throne, and that Xie Sanbin and Wang Chengen were suppressing a rebellion. None of them are guilty."
Emperor Chongzhen let out a laugh of pure exasperation. "I asked you for a yes or no, and you answered with an 'or'! You are not answering my question; you are playing games with me."
Ni Yuanlu immediately stood up and bowed. "I dare not, Your Majesty."
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