Marquis of Linhuai, Li Zushu, had been using the name of the past emperors to oppose the Imperial Court’s new policies. While his methods were despicable, they occupied the moral high ground. Zhu Cilang, lacking experience in handling such matters, was momentarily stunned.
Ni Yuanlu, observing the situation, stepped out from behind a screen. He strode directly up to Li Zushu and pointed at his face. "Li Zushu, you have a lot of nerve!"
"The currency reform is a national policy decreed by the Imperial Court! Everyone, from the highest royalty down to the common people, must comply. You dare to resist the new policy in the name of the past emperors—your crime is punishable by death!"
Chapter 741