The Ulanara clan had long anticipated that although the Fourth Prince favored Hongli, he would not make Hongli the Crown Prince at this time without a very good reason, even if it meant facing opposition from everyone. That's why they dared to protest.

Fourth Prince sensed danger approaching. His mind went blank, and blood rushed to his face. Seeing this, Thirteenth Prince strode to the center and shouted, "What is there to consider? This is both a matter of state and a family matter. Even if the laws and regulations don't apply, people's hearts will. Besides, there's no record of this in the Qing Dynasty's legal code; it's just that no one has done it..."

The Ulanara man, his eyes flashing with ferocity, suddenly stepped forward and said fiercely, word by word, "What is the meaning of propriety and law? It is to restrain the human heart and animalistic desires. What is the point of establishing this law if it is not followed?"

The Thirteenth Prince was about to argue when Li Wei stopped him, laughing, "His Majesty's filial piety is evident in your words, sir. This is merely a sacrificial ceremony. Besides, the Fourth Prince is outstanding in everything and impeccable. Even if he were to be made Crown Prince, it would be beyond reproach..."

The courtiers were shocked. Ulanara was so angry that she was about to attack. At this moment, the Fourth Prince, who had been silent all along, coughed a few times and said slowly in a low voice, "Enough... Is the court a place for arguments?"

Everyone shut up and became quiet.

"I remember the late Emperor once said that Hongli was his favorite, and he kept calling out to this grandson before he passed away. Since this is the first sacrificial ceremony, I thought it would be a good opportunity to fulfill the late Emperor's last wish and have Hongli attend. It would be a way for me to show my filial piety and make the late Emperor happy in the afterlife..."

Upon hearing this, the argument ceased. The Fourth Prince's words were sincere, reasonable, and forceful; the late Emperor was the Kangxi Emperor, and naturally, no one dared to disobey him.

Those who had previously opposed the movement exchanged glances, not daring to speak rashly. The ministers in the hall were all stunned by this scene. They stood frozen on the ground like wooden statues, watching helplessly as everyone voiced their opinions, none daring to utter a word. The Ulanara people were already pale with anger.

At this moment, the Seventh Prince, who had been hiding in the corner without making a sound, slowly walked out, bowed to the Fourth Prince, and said, "What Your Majesty says is true. The late Emperor did indeed dote on this grandson when he was alive. Since it is the late Emperor's last wish, we naturally have no objections and will follow Your Majesty's arrangements..."

The Fourth Prince nodded slightly in satisfaction. Seeing this, the Fifth Prince and the Third Prince stepped forward together and reiterated, "We will follow His Majesty's arrangements..."

The Eighth and Ninth Princes exchanged a glance, knowing there was no turning back. If they were to stand up and oppose the Emperor now, it would be blatant defiance. The timing wasn't right, and it wouldn't benefit them either. Seeing the other princes echoing their sentiments, they had no choice but to reluctantly step forward and express their support.

After several princes expressed their support, the opposition in the court subsided considerably, with everyone secretly analyzing the situation. The Fourth Prince's expression relaxed slightly, no longer as serious as before, and he slowly asked, "Does anyone else have any objections?"

Several neutral ministers exchanged glances, realizing that since their own people had agreed, they couldn't very well object, so they stepped forward and offered their consent.

The Ulanara clan had not expected the court to turn against them so quickly. Unable to defend themselves and daring not to anger the Fourth Prince any further, they had no choice but to acquiesce. Thus, the matter of Hongli taking the place of the Fourth Prince to offer sacrifices to the late emperor was officially settled.