The great hall was silent and still, yet the palace attendants seemed to hear the rumbling thunder overhead.
Song Xian said, "What I mean is, those who want Xiao Xingzong to keep his mouth shut without interrogation. They're afraid that killing Xiao Xingzong will incite public anger, so they can only use such despicable means to settle it. I urge the Emperor to eliminate these people to prevent future troubles."
Finally, a louder clap of thunder exploded.
The Emperor said, "I have ordered the Ministry of Justice, the Imperial Censorate, and the Ministry of Justice to jointly investigate the case. Do you still find it inappropriate? Do you think those officials are incapable of investigating the case?"
Song Xian was not flustered. He bowed properly, "I dare not think so."
The Emperor angrily asked, "Then what are you doing?"
