Ultimately, Vice Minister Dīng pushed someone out to take the blame. Since he had connections of his own that helped him secure the position of Vice Minister, he knew in his heart that he hadn't cut corners on the work for Prince Kang's Mansion. Prince Kang was currently the most influential imperial prince, and only a madman would intentionally stir up trouble behind his back. Unfortunately, no matter how good his connections were, they couldn't withstand a single word of dissatisfaction from Prince Kang.
When those at the top give an order, those at the bottom run their legs off.
Vice Minister Dīng didn't dare vent his anger outside; in case someone used the opportunity to spread malicious rumors that he was dissatisfied with Prince Kang, his political career would be finished. Aside from locking his doors to curse people behind closed doors, he didn't dare make any rash moves.
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