No stability was guaranteed in any dynasty, especially when there was no leader.
The imperial court, which had begun to calm down, began to stir again. There were always some restless court officials who wanted to do something. They were ambitious but cowardly. Now that a perfect opportunity had presented itself, how could they not seize it.
Shen Miao asked Eunuch Deng, "Is the court very unstable now?"
Eunuch Deng said, "That's right. Now, the officials want to recommend someone to supervise the imperial court for the time being until Prince Rui returns to Long Ye."
"How outrageous!" Shen Miao flared up. "They really want to steal the country!"
Eunuch Deng fell silent.
