Lai Ran was about to speak when suddenly a commotion erupted outside the hall.
Minister Wei and his son Wei Ruili were being carried in by servants, followed by a group of Wei Family members who were similarly bruised and battered.
Not only that, but quite a few officials from the Ministry of War were either limping or holding their arms and came in sobbing.
"Please, Emperor, give us justice!"
The cries rang out one after another.
The Minister of Rites stepped forward to stop them: "Gentlemen, the Emperor orders that there be no noise at this moment!"
No wonder no one from the Ministry of War was seen during court this morning; it turns out they had all been beaten.
But what exactly happened? Why are so many people beaten up?
The confusion of the Minister of Rites was shared by the Minister of Personnel.
The two ministers exchanged a look and stood at the gate of the hall with outstretched arms to block the way.
