In the Imperial Study Room, Emperor Li Tianze was somewhat irritated as he watched a group of ministers debating below.
"Prince Qi is decisive and has the most popular support; the autumn hunt ceremony should be presided over by His Highness Prince Qi."
"Prince An is diligent and wholeheartedly serves the people; if this matter is not entrusted to His Highness Prince An, I'm afraid it will be difficult to convince the public!"
"..."
With the autumn hunt looming, who should preside over the ceremony was a matter on which opinions amongst the officials varied widely.
Aside from a few old ministers who preferred not to meddle, the rest were divided into two factions.
One faction supported Prince Qi, while the other stood with Prince An; their daily debates at court were so fierce that they gave him a headache.
Today, taking advantage of the Princess's birthday, several highly respected ministers brought up the matter again, insisting on a definitive conclusion.
