Li Chengru didn't speak, but looked at Lin Xuanfu's face and began to think.

In fact, what Lin Xuanfu said was not without reason.

If I want to ascend the throne and become emperor in the future, I will need the support of these veteran ministers, especially the support of the Lin family!

With Lin Xuanfu's support, it's equivalent to having the support of the majority of officials in the entire Daqian!

To win over Lin Xuanfu is to win the hearts of scholars throughout the land.

If Sun Jian is not killed, a rift will inevitably form between him and Lin Xuanfu, which will trigger a series of chain reactions, and things may even get worse...

So, what was the saying again?

They picked up the sesame seeds but lost the watermelon.

No!

If you do that, you won't get either the watermelon or the sesame seed!

Although Sun Jian is a genius, he now enjoys high prestige in Dagan and is deeply supported by the people.

If I could have such a person by my side to advise me, what would I have to worry about after I ascend the throne? What would I have to worry about if the land wasn't unified?

With Sun Jian's assistance, it's not impossible for him to become one of the greatest emperors in history!

It can be said that no matter which prince Sun Jian served under, that prince would definitely become one of the most sought-after candidates for the throne simply because of Sun Jian.

It's no exaggeration to say that this is the influence and ability Sun Jian has demonstrated today.

Li Chengru understood this very well!

So until just now, he still believed that it was best to use people who could be used, and that no hope should be lost. He was willing to drive Sun Jian to the brink of despair, but he had to think twice before eliminating Sun Jian...

The falling flowers are willing, but the flowing water is indifferent.

No matter how much Li Chengru cherished Sun Jian's talent, Sun Jian still needed to be willing to assist him and rely on him!

It would be foolish to try to win over people who see you as an enemy. That would be too much to ask.

In the end, Sun Jian didn't get it! And he even offended Lin Xuanfu!

"All right……"

“I gave Sun Jian a chance before, but he didn’t take it seriously. It seems I have no choice but to take drastic measures…”

A hint of murderous intent flashed in Li Chengru's eyes.

He recalled how he had helped Sun Jian at the East Gate and even stepped in to resolve a problem. At the time, he had asked Sun Jian to look for him, but there had been no news of him since. Although it would be a pity to kill such a person, if he was not killed, he would become a great enemy in the future!

Li Chengru could still distinguish between what was more important and what was less important.

"good!"

"Your Highness is wise!"

Seeing that the Second Prince Li Chengru had made up his mind to get rid of Sun Jian and had agreed with his idea, Lin Xuanfu immediately clasped his hands in a fist salute, looking gratified.

Li Chengru finally lived up to his efforts.

From Lin Xuanfu's perspective, he has devoted himself wholeheartedly to the construction and governance of the country over the years.

Although the people are currently suffering and the country is in danger, even a starved camel is bigger than a horse.

Today, Daegan remains the leader among the four countries, both in terms of national strength and the power of its people.

The fact that it could fight against both the Great Zhou and the Great Song at the same time and still be victorious in every battle is enough to show that Da Gan was far superior to the other three countries.

This is inseparable from the efforts and contributions of Lin Xuanfu and the Lin family.

Because the Lin family was the most powerful clan in the country, with disciples and followers spread throughout the court and beyond.

As the head of the Lin family, Lin Xuanfu had countless people supporting him as long as he held the position of prime minister.

But everything has its advantages and disadvantages.

As a shrewd old fox, Lin Xuanfu knew the saying "the taller the tree, the more the wind will blow against it."

Especially in recent years, Emperor Ganwu has become increasingly indifferent to him, from initially being a trusted confidant to later ignoring him completely.

Privately, the surveillance of the Lin family's many direct descendants has become increasingly strict.

Throughout the Lin family, those who held high positions or military power were gradually replaced by Emperor Qianwu's men.

The reasons given for replacing it became more and more outrageous and absurd with each passing day.

This made Lin Xuanfu feel terrified and uneasy.

He knew that Emperor Ganwu was dying young and was paving the way for future emperors.

Lin Xuanfu was once the whetstone of the current Crown Prince Li Gancheng. He didn't want to be the whetstone, but he had no choice because it was all Emperor Ganwu's will.

This is also why Lin Xuanfu and Crown Prince Li Gancheng have always been in opposing forces.

It was predetermined from the very beginning, and its form was fixed, so there was no way to change it!

Even if Lin Xuanfu was unwilling, there was nothing he could do. Emperor Ganwu could simply wave his hand and make the interests of the Crown Prince and the Lin family clash.

As Crown Prince Li Gancheng grew stronger, he not only had the support of Zhuang Qishi, Yao Tianzheng, Mi Zhu, Xing Kang, and others, but also the Yongzhou army and the Longxiang Camp as his reliance.

This made Lin Xuanfu even more fearful. He was afraid that if Emperor Wu passed away and Li Gancheng successfully ascended the throne, the first thing he would do after taking the throne would be to eliminate the Lin family and him, who had devoted most of his life to the cause.

Therefore, Lin Xuanfu sought a way out for himself and the Lin family.

Only by seeking refuge with the Second Prince, Li Chengru, might the Lin family have a glimmer of hope.

Understanding this, Lin Xuanfu dared not make it too obvious. His alliance with the Second Prince Li Chengru was conducted with extreme caution, as if walking on thin ice. Lin Xuanfu even said that even the cunning and calculating Emperor Ganwu was unaware of it...

Everything was going according to plan and under control, but then Sun Jian suddenly appeared out of nowhere!

This young man has only just reached the age of twenty, yet he has already displayed such astonishing talent and ability.

He was promoted directly from a commoner to the position of tutor to the crown prince, and was a Jinshi (a successful candidate in the highest imperial examinations).

Lin Xuanfu understood that if such a person were to pledge allegiance to the Crown Prince, he would become a major enemy of the Lin family in the future.

That's how I've gradually come to where I am today with Sun Jian.

Lin Xuanfu and Sun Jian are already at odds, their relationship intertwined. Even if Sun Jian came to surrender with sincerity, Lin Xuanfu himself wouldn't believe it.

If Sun Jian was someone Lin Xuanfu was wary of before, then Sun Jian now is someone Lin Xuanfu can tremble with fear!

On a clear day, it can summon rain that can cover hundreds of kilometers. This unpredictable magic is beyond human capability.

Therefore, Sun Jian must be eliminated as soon as possible! Only then can Lin Xuanfu sleep peacefully...

Lin Xuanfu had long had a plan to deal with Sun Jian, and his previous actions were merely a test of Li Chengru, who was on the same boat.

Since the two had already reached an agreement, Lin Xuanfu no longer hid anything and spoke directly.

"Your Highness, there is another piece of news!"

Li Chengru shrugged. "Let's get straight to the point."

"Has Your Highness ever heard of Qiankun Hall?"

"Qiankun Hall?"

Li Chengru's eyebrows furrowed again.

How could he not have heard of Qiankun Hall? These three words are known to everyone in and around the capital.

Even stray dogs on the roadside would come over if they heard someone talking about the name "Qiankun Hall," hoping to get a bite to eat. This was even more true for a prince of Daqian.

Li Chengru not only knew about it, but had even drunk Qiankuntang's Forget-Worry Valley and eaten Qiankuntang's fine salt.