In the end, the Emperor dismissed the Right Minister from his position and confiscated his properties, showing no mercy even though he was the royal father-in-law.
The Investigation Factory's reputation for swift action quietly spread throughout the court, overshadowing the Six Gates.
A month later, the Six Gates were dissolved, completely replaced by the Investigation Factory.
Shen Chen was appointed as the Right Minister, taking over Zhang Mingji's duties.
Upon taking office, Shen Chen, by the order of Emperor Jingping, handled major court cases with fierce means, showing no mercy. A large number of officials were dismissed, beheaded, executed, or exiled. Compared to the Six Gates, the Investigation Factory employed even harsher methods, causing fear and trembling among the officials.
At the same time, as the son-in-law of the Minister's Mansion, news of him spread rapidly in the capital. For a time, everyone knew of him.
