Once the imperial edict was issued, even the princes who were already on their way had no choice but to order their entourages to drive back. Of course, the New Year's gifts they had prepared still had to be sent to Yujing as usual.
"Go and invite Minister Wei to the palace. Father has always doted on him, so it would be most appropriate for him to come to the palace and accompany me to send Father off on his final journey."
“Once he enters the palace, the Xuanwu Guards, who are lurking outside the Ning residence, can make their move. I may not be able to touch the Wei family, but I can certainly touch the Ning family!”
His face remained calm, but his eyes turned gloomy: "I will sacrifice the lives of the entire Ning family to atone for my teacher's innocence."
The staff members exchanged glances, and the one in the lead took the lead, bowed his head, and said "Yes," before the rest of them followed.
The last one, though reluctant, was pulled down by his colleagues.
After leaving the East Palace, the man sighed heavily: "How is the Crown Prince's behavior any different from that of King Cao Wu back then! The matter of Wei Chang was originally a factional struggle. Lord Chang lost the struggle and ruined his reputation for life, which is what he deserves! He wanted to fight for it himself, but now that he has lost, he is instigating the Crown Prince to do such an unrighteous and immoral thing! I really can't stand it!"
The Cao Wu King he was referring to lost because his maternal family was involved in factional strife. After ascending the throne, he severely punished the court officials who had participated in the factional strife. He reigned for only three years before the people's hearts were scattered. In the fourth year, he was overthrown by his more popular half-brother and committed suicide in the Yangxin Hall.
He said this about the crown prince for two reasons. First, he meant that the crown prince's behavior was similar to that of King Wu of Cao. Second, he was implying that the crown prince would one day follow in King Wu's footsteps.
His words startled his colleagues, who quickly covered his mouth: "My dear ancestor, can you keep these words to yourself? But since you think this way, why don't you go and seek another wise ruler? After all, you are not favored by His Highness in this Eastern Palace."
"A loyal minister does not serve two masters," He Shuangqian said coldly.
"Sigh, you really are..."
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