When Lin Helin learned of Xie Xun's swift and decisive decision, he did not object. The relationship between the Li Family Noble Consort, who gave birth to Yuwen Jing's prince, and the Lin Family had always been delicate. Although the familial bonds existed because of the marriage ties, they became strained due to the succession struggle. Self-interest prevails; the Li and Lin Families maintained a very close relationship, and the Second Mrs. Lin was the second daughter of the Li Family's legitimate line.
Lin Yunong still had to call the current Head of the Li Family "Uncle." The wife of the second branch of the Li Family was also Marshal Fang's blood sister, making Li Family's connections in the clans extremely complex and solid. Although they did not have as many offspring as the Zhang Family, each of them was placed in very significant positions. After Xie Xun ascended the throne, he purged a wave of officials.
