The prince's eyes were as sharp as a knife, staring at Kong Boda closely: "Mr. Kong, what do you mean? Why do you want to give the jade seal to me?" His voice was cold and majestic, which made people feel awe.
Kong Boda lowered his head and replied respectfully, "Your Highness, you are a man of great talent and wisdom, a peerless king! My admiration for you is as endless as the torrent of a river! Therefore, I am willing to follow Your Highness wholeheartedly and serve you wholeheartedly! I also hope that Your Highness will remember my loyalty and grant me the honor of following the throne, so that my daughter and my clan can enjoy wealth and glory!"
After saying this, he bowed deeply, showing his utmost piety and loyalty.
Hearing these words, the prince's tense nerves finally relaxed, and he secretly rejoiced: So that's how it is! This person is just trying to curry favor with the powerful. Since he has something to ask for, it will be much easier to deal with! Such people are often easy to control and can become pawns in one's hands.
Thinking of this, the corners of the prince's mouth rose slightly, revealing an imperceptible smile.
The prince laughed heartily. "I have been searching for it for so long but still can't find it. How did Mr. Kong find it?"
Kong Boda chuckled twice and replied, "Your Highness, Emperor Wen hid the imperial seal in his jade pillow. It took me a lot of effort to find it."
The prince was delighted to hear Kong Boda's unwavering support for him, and immediately promised, "As long as I can successfully ascend the throne, I will ensure that the Kong family will prosper and prosper for generations to come!"
Upon hearing this, Kong Boda was overjoyed, his eyes sparkling with excitement. He lowered his voice and said, "Your Highness, I have one request. My daughter, Kong Luanying, is willing to follow you and serve you loyally. The troops of the three prefectures of Jianchuan are at your command!"
Upon hearing this, the prince couldn't help but reveal a hint of pride. He said in high spirits: "Okay! After the matter is accomplished, I will definitely meet Mr. Kong's requirements!" After that, he looked ahead with a firm gaze, as if he had already seen the moment when he ascended the throne.
Seeing this, Kong Boda was secretly delighted. He knew his gamble had paid off. He believed that if the crown prince could successfully ascend the throne, the Kong family would usher in unprecedented glory and status. And Kong Luanying would become an important figure around the crown prince, bringing even greater benefits to the family.
At this moment, Kong Boda's mind conjured up a beautiful picture: the Kong family was full of descendants, enjoying wealth and glory; Kong Luanying was by the side of the Crown Prince, assisting him in governing the country. All of this filled Kong Boda with immense anticipation and pride.
Hiding on the rooftop of the East Palace, Xiao Jinghan looked at Luo Lingyue with a puzzled look on his face: "Is the jade seal real? Why did you hand it over so confidently?"
Luo Lingyue raised the corners of her mouth slightly, revealing a scornful smile: "It's just a broken thing, isn't it? Since Chu Chengli likes it, I'll just give it to him to play with for a few days! At worst, I can steal it back!"
Xiao Jinghan raised his eyebrows slightly, a sly look flashing in his eyes: "Did you do this on purpose? Are you trying to make him rebel in advance?"
Luo Lingyue nonchalantly played with her fingers and sneered, "That's right. If he hadn't gotten the Imperial Seal, and only the Military Token, he would definitely have been hesitant. But now, I want him to boldly rebel!"
The Crown Prince instructed his staff to draft a decree of succession, which they quickly completed. Li Mingfu, looking at the decree, was filled with joy and excitement. He knew it meant his plan was about to succeed, and his family would be crowned with unparalleled glory.
Li Mingfu carefully picked up the imperial seal, as if holding an inestimable treasure. He took a deep breath and gently placed the seal on the imperial edict. At that moment, he felt a powerful force surge within him, and an indescribable sense of satisfaction arose.
He secretly congratulated himself on his choice, thankful that he had chosen the right side. From now on, his daughter would become empress, his grandson would become the next emperor, and he himself would become the father-in-law of the emperor, enjoying endless wealth and glory. His sister would also become empress dowager, wielding supreme power.
The Li family would become the pre-eminent noble family of Dazhao, possessing unparalleled status and influence. They would control the fate of the nation and shape the course of history. This was all due to his wisdom, courage, and decisiveness. He believed that if they united, they could usher in a glorious era.
The next morning, Eunuch Gao walked into the court with heavy steps, feeling a heavy weight weighing down his heart. The night before, a maid from the Qianqing Palace had handed him an imperial edict from Emperor Wen in the wee hours of the morning, instructing him to read it at the court. Eunuch Gao knew the gravity of this matter, but his uneasiness only grew stronger.
He opened the imperial edict with trembling hands. When he saw the contents, his face turned pale, his eyes filled with shock and grief. It turned out that this imperial edict was actually Emperor Wen's decree of succession! He frowned tightly, "I want to see Your Majesty!"
At this time, Concubine Jin slowly walked out from the back of the hall, her eyes cold and firm. Eunuch Gao turned to look at her, a hint of doubt in his eyes. Concubine Jin sneered, "Eunuch Gao! Look carefully, there is a jade seal on it!"
Eunuch Gao glared at her, his voice filled with anger and unyielding spirit: "We can't see His Majesty! The imperial edict will not be read out!" His attitude was firm, and there seemed to be no room for negotiation.
Just then, the Queen and Li Mingfu came from a distance, followed by a couple and a little boy.
As soon as Eunuch Gao saw the couple and the child, his face instantly turned as pale as paper and his body couldn't help but tremble.
The Queen's eyes were filled with venom, but a smile played on her lips as she slowly spoke, "This family of three is my special guest, specially invited to visit the palace. If I'm in a good mood today, I'll naturally let them enjoy endless splendor and wealth. But if I'm not in a good mood, then I'm not sure..."
"Your Majesty, please calm down! I will do my best to make you feel better!" Eunuch Gao said hurriedly with cold sweat on his forehead and a trembling voice.
The Empress watched all this unfold without a trace of emotion on her face. She simply turned slightly to the side and squinted at Eunuch Gao with disdain. A subtle sneer played at the corner of her mouth, as if mocking Eunuch Gao's foolishness and incompetence. Then, she gently waved her hand, signaling the guards to take the family of three away.
Eunuch Gao stood there, his body trembling, his eyes filled with despair and helplessness. He knew he could no longer protect the family of three. He silently took the imperial edict from his bosom and held it tightly in his hands, praying silently in his heart that this edict would help him complete his final mission.
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