Seeing the smile on her lips, Emperor Jianxi's brows furrowed even more.
Perhaps because he couldn't bear to see her on the verge of collapse, Emperor Jianxi stood up and advised, "You should be more open-minded about Runzhi's matter."
"Hahaha..." A low, hoarse laugh came from Zhao Ying's throat. She suddenly laughed so hard that her body was shaking.
As she laughed, her eyes became brighter and brighter, and the sarcasm in them became deeper.
She and Emperor Jianxi looked at each other without flinching.
"Father, I didn't know the emperor's cruelty and ruthlessness until today, but today I finally accept it."
"Shangguan Shu died unjustly at Shenwu Gate. Why did you handle the matter so hastily, covering it up and secretly sending his body back?"
"Are you afraid too?"
Emperor Jianxi narrowed his eyes and stared at Zhao Ying, saying something very secretive, "What am I afraid of?"
"What are you afraid of? The Shangguan clan is a prestigious family with a history of thousands of years. They have deep roots. Zhao Xi killed their heir. If this matter gets out, will the clan let it go?"
"Shangguan Shu has commanded the army for many years, and his achievements are so great that they frighten the emperor. If the millions of soldiers in the Southern Territory knew that their general was killed by Zhao Xi, would they let it go?"
"Shangguan Shu was a man of immense power, and had done nothing wrong. Yet, he was murdered by Zhao Xi. Wouldn't the entire court be filled with grief?"
"Shangguan Shu served as an official for many years. Although he was not completely devoted to his work, he was certainly diligent and caring for the people. If such a well-known and prestigious official was unjustly killed, what would the people think of him?"
"What is Father afraid of? I'll tell you what he's afraid of!"
"You're afraid that your beloved Xi'er will be held accountable by them! You're afraid that Zhao Xi will lose his royal authority and the people's support. You're afraid that the empire you personally handed over to Zhao Xi will be unstable!"
"So you're willing to sacrifice Shangguan Shu's life to protect Zhao Xi!"
"During the Shenwu Sect Rebellion, only my innocent husband died, but the culprit was protected by someone, and the person who protected him was none other than my father!"
"Father, am I right?"
Bang!
Zhao Ying covered her burning face with her hands, her eyes bloodshot as she looked at Emperor Jianxi with ferocity.
Emperor Jianxi's chest heaved violently. He stared at her for a long moment and said coldly, "You're really getting more and more presumptuous! You actually dared to contradict and question me? I've spoiled you!"
Zhao Ying stiffened her neck, the radiant light in her eyes grew brighter, and the cold and powerful aura on her body could no longer be suppressed. She stood there, confronting the most noble and powerful man in the world. Not only was she not afraid at all, but she became stronger when facing a stronger man.
She wanted to destroy it all!
At this moment, she no longer has to worry about anything.
"I'm presumptuous? I was just presumptuous too late." Zhao Ying was calm and indifferent.
Her peripheral vision suddenly caught a glimpse of a bright yellow spot on the table. Inexplicably, she walked over, looked down, and then smiled sarcastically.
"Since I ascended the throne, although I dare not claim to have been able to change customs and bring prosperity to families, I have always been a wise and virtuous ruler, and I have always wished to bring peace to the country and happiness to the people. I have worked diligently and cautiously, working day and night without a single slack... If you can be vigilant and protect me after my death, I will also be happy to die peacefully. I leave to the Empress..."
Zhao Ying looked at Emperor Jianxi and chuckled, "It seems that I have prevented you from writing the edict of succession. How about I write it for you?"
Zhao Ying muttered to herself, looking extremely exhausted, "The Queen's eldest son, Zhao Xi, will succeed the throne and... heh."
"Father, I also want to be the emperor, why don't you give it to me?"
"In fact, you have long disliked Shangguan Shu, right? Because he is blocking the path of your heir."
"What's the difference between me and them?" Zhao Ying asked, pressing his fingertips heavily on the imperial edict.
Emperor Jianxi closed his eyes and let out a long breath, "Cheng Qian, you are not in your right mind. I will forgive you for your disrespect because of the shock you have received tonight."
"Someone, take Princess Chengqian back to the Princess Mansion!"
Wu Yonggui was standing guard outside the door, already terrified. Upon hearing the noise, he immediately came in and urged, "Princess, please come with me..."
Zhao Ying ignored him, still looking at Emperor Jianxi, sad and desolate, "Father, tell me, what am I lacking in?"
Her voice was tinged with tears. "If you didn't mean to give it to me, then why did you give me hope since I was little?"
She swept everything on the table to the floor. She was cold and fierce, like an enraged beast. She gritted her teeth and said, "You want Zhao Xi to step on me to get to the top? Don't even think about it!"
"Father, I have obeyed your wishes for half my life, but today I am going to be disrespectful for once!"
"This throne, your son, will take it!"
"No one can stand in my way!"
After saying that, Zhao Ying turned and left.
Wu Yonggui was so frightened that he was at a loss. He glanced at Zhao Ying who was leaving, then looked at Emperor Jianxi, and said in a trembling voice, "Your Majesty, the princess...she has been greatly shocked. Please don't blame her..."
Emperor Jianxi had a sullen expression on his face. When he heard the voice, he made no response. Instead, he took heavy steps forward, bent down, and found the bright yellow imperial edict from the mess on the ground.
Wu Yonggui stepped forward and said, "Your Majesty, I will help you find..."
Emperor Jianxi waved his hand gently at him.
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