In recent years, she has long harbored the idea of ​​stepping down and making way for a more capable person, although she has never stated it explicitly.

But they have asked me more than once if there were any places outside the Central Region where one could live a peaceful life like mortals.

I know that her eagerness to get married doesn't necessarily mean she likes Di Feijing.

She's just using this opportunity to pave the way for her future abdication; she's really exhausted.

For the sake of the nation and the country, to atone for the sins committed in the past, they bore far too much burden.

The key issue is that many people still don't understand everything she's done.

They were paranoid, believing that her diligence stemmed from a fascination with power.

"I really want to share her burdens, but I know my abilities are far inferior to my elder sister's. Alas..."

"With Your Highness's words, that's enough. Now, Your Highness, please listen carefully."

Of all the people about to happen in the capital, only the Prince is the most suitable person to break the deadlock. If they can overcome this hurdle...

The Empress's prestige will reach a whole new level, but only the Prince, after experiencing this event...

It may be a long time before I can stay in the capital, or even within the territory of Longhan.

"Haha, as long as I can share my sister's burdens, what is this little sacrifice?"

"Then please listen carefully to what I am about to say, Your Highness."

"I'm all ears."

Shen Zhao stood up, closed his folding fan, and his expression instantly became solemn.

"I want the Prince to force the Empress to abdicate during the wedding ceremony seven days from now, before he launches any covert attacks against his forces!"

"What did you say!"

"I want you to force the Empress to abdicate!"

Beyond the nine heavens, thunder and lightning rolled endlessly.

Under Song Yu's shocked gaze, Shen Zhao revealed his entire plan to him.

After Song Yu finished listening, a hint of fear appeared in his eyes when he looked at Shen Zhao.

"You're insane! You're gambling with the fate of our Celestial Empire!"

"Perhaps there is a better and safer way."

"What?"

"I'm sorry, I didn't expect that. Does Your Highness have one?"

"You... I am truly fortunate that you stand on the side of my Celestial Empire."

If you were an enemy, I dare say even my elder sister might not be a match for you. You're terrifying.

"You're wrong. I've never stood on the side of the Celestial Empire. I just want some peace and quiet."

I don't want the current situation to affect my future life, it's that simple.

"Very well, I promise you, I will cooperate with you."

"Then I'll have to trouble you, Your Highness. I have other important matters to attend to, so I'll take my leave first."