In the Hall of Taihe, a group of courtiers was gathered with their heads down and postures humble.

Yuanchen Emperor had just vented his anger. The former Provincial Governor of Qingzhou, Guo Jian Ping, was removed from office and being interrogated. The Regional Commander Song Yu was suspended from his duties and handed over to the Ministry of Justice for investigation. The rest were taken into custody, still waiting for trial. He then ordered the Ministry of Personnel to appoint new provincial governor candidates within three days. Yuancheng Emperor was always swift and decisive, and this time was no exception.