In the solemn imperial court, a young minister of ceremonies displayed astonishing courage when confronting Prime Minister Qin and other officials who advocated ceding territory and paying reparations for peace. He righteously and sternly accused these ministers of "fearing before fighting and selling out the country for personal gain," and directly called them "bastards." Although Prime Minister Qin claimed this action was "for the sake of the common people" and tried to suppress him with his seniority, the young official did not back down, instead calling Prime Minister Qin a "profligate old dog." This fierce verbal confrontation completely enraged Prime Minister Qin, who immediately drew his sword, threatening to take the young official's life, while the Empress/Consort watched indifferently from the dragon throne, seemingly amused by the commotion.
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