What does this mean?

Liu Dai and Liu Yao immediately shouted!

"Throughout history, the eldest son of the legitimate wife has always inherited the throne. If we support the Prince of Chenliu, wouldn't we be going against the teachings of our ancestors?"

"That's right, if we do that, our royal family will lose the hearts of the people and become a laughingstock!"

The two immediately objected.

It was only natural for the Prince of Hongnong to succeed to the throne. Even if the He family were in power, they could not go against the ancestral precepts.

Liu Yu frowned, but Liu Hua remained unmoved.

However, Liu Biao seemed to be deep in thought.

"King of the Clouds, tell me, why is this?" Liu Zhang immediately asked.

Liu Wei smiled slightly: "The two factions are now locked in a struggle, and the outcome will be decided in the imperial court at the end of the year."

"Of those of us present, how many are qualified to speak in court?"

Instead of directly answering everyone's questions, he asked them in return.

"I reckon it's just you and me, and at most Jing Sheng," Liu Yu replied.

Although Liu Yu was the governor of Youzhou, he was also the head of the Imperial Clan and was qualified to attend court.

Liu Wei was a prince returning to the capital, and also a nobleman, so of course he had to attend court.

As for Liu Biao and others, although they were high-ranking local officials, they were not qualified to attend court unless invited by the emperor.

After all, those who could participate in such a grand court assembly were officials of the fifth rank or above serving in the capital.

Liu Zhang, who held the position of Commandant of the Imperial Carriage, was even less qualified.

"That's right, we're few in number anyway, and our words don't carry much weight in the court."

“Even if we support the Prince of Hongnong, He Jin and his men look down on us. And as you all know, I am irreconcilably opposed to Empress He.”

“But supporting the Prince of Chenliu is different; at least His Majesty has the will to do so!”

"Since he has this idea, why don't we tell him?"

“If you are worried about being punished by Empress He and He Jin, then I will say it myself.”

Liu Wei immediately analyzed the situation for everyone, saying, "I don't get along with the He family, so I definitely have to go against them at this time."

"In this way, Empress Dowager Dong will be extremely grateful to us and will form an alliance with us!"

"Even if the Prince of Hongnong becomes the crown prince in the end, with Empress Dowager Dong standing with our royal family, He Jin and his allies will have to think twice!"

Liu Wei spoke eloquently, and everyone fell into deep thought.

But Liu Hua's eyes were gleaming.

Liu Wei’s statement seems to suggest that this is merely an alliance with Empress Dowager Dong to jointly confront the He family.

It actually has other deeper meanings.

Since Empress Dowager Dong's side is currently at a disadvantage, we should support her and balance her power with that of Empress He.

This kind of evenly matched struggle between the two palaces would greatly benefit Liu Wei's future bid for the throne.

Liu Hua recalled what Liu Hong had said to Liu Wei a few days earlier after Liu Wei entered the palace: "If the two sons are not virtuous, you may replace them."

As long as the two sides start fighting, and Liu Wei comes out to clean up the mess, wouldn't the legitimacy of the succession to the throne be established?

He's certainly intelligent; he thinks far ahead.

"I agree with what King Yunzhong said. I just support him. I can just express my opinion and say a few words at the court meeting. I don't need to take any real action."

"After the position of crown prince is determined, the crown prince cannot immediately inherit the imperial power."

"His Majesty is in a good mood because of our support, which will allow you to develop your local areas with peace of mind."

"If Empress He dares to do anything to harm us, Empress Dowager Dong will also step in to stop her."

“By the time my elder brother abdicates and the new emperor ascends the throne, I believe you will have great power in the provinces and a strong army.”

"At that time, why should we fear He Jin and his ilk?"

Liu Hua's additional analysis provided a more complete explanation of Liu Wei's proposal to support the Prince of Chenliu.

Liu Yu and the others nodded in agreement.

Everyone raised their glasses and drank, creating a lively atmosphere, completely ignoring the situation at Baoguo Temple.

Liu Hua waved his hand, and more than a dozen dancers began to dance gracefully.

The sounds of silk and bamboo instruments, the konghou (a type of harp), were all decadent.

As expected of an imperial family, such luxury is in no way comparable to a high-class entertainment venue.

Soon after, the court officials that Liu Hua had brought to Beiman Mountain that day also came, as did members of the Fu Wan family.

In addition, there were old acquaintances in the capital such as Liu Zhang, Liu Biao, and Liu Yu.

The entire Flying Phoenix Tower was a gathering place for the power of the royal family and clan.

Seeing the building quickly fill up with people, Liu Wei couldn't help but admire Liu Hua's social skills and influence.

You should know that the Flying Phoenix Tower is six stories high and can accommodate at least a hundred people.

Liu Hua led Liu Wei down the ranks, meeting with these officials one by one.

"Your Majesty, tonight was truly a gathering of unity and a victorious celebration!"

After walking around, Liu Hua led Liu Wei to the outer corridor of the six-story building.

At this moment, Baoguo Temple gradually quieted down, the fire was extinguished, and only a few flames and wisps of smoke remained.

"Your Highness, look at the night view of Luoyang! It's breathtakingly beautiful! But they also have to bow down and pay homage to the master of Ganquan Palace!"

Liu Hua pointed into the distance.

Under the cover of night, the city of Luoyang is dotted with countless lights.

"This land is so beautiful, it has attracted countless heroes to bow down before it!"

Liu Wei also sighed in agreement.

The bustling city of Luoyang is certainly captivating, but the vast landscape, the expansive desert, the towering snow-capped mountains, the boundless grasslands and Gobi, and the mighty rivers and seas are equally enchanting.

There are also beauties of all skin tones!

Where are these places not more captivating than Luoyang?

"Your Highness, you have impressed everyone tonight. I never expected you to have such literary talent!"

"If you become emperor, your civil and military achievements will surely surpass those of your predecessors. You will sweep away the power of relatives of the empress and eunuchs, and the Han Dynasty will surely usher in a period of revival!"

Liu Hua understood Liu Wei's insightful remarks and became even more determined in his choice.

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