Chapter 673: The Struggle for Succession
Nalan Chenyu shook his head. "My mother sent someone to deliver this message. She would never make a mistake on such an important matter."
The important matter of establishing a crown prince cannot be taken lightly. If something goes wrong, it is very likely that there will be no recovery.
After receiving Nalan Chenyu's affirmation, Han An was shocked, and his expression couldn't help but increase a little anxiety. "Your Highness, what should we do now?"
After being Princess Yu for so many years, she is no longer the innocent little girl she once was. Now she understands the importance of the struggle for the throne.
There is no prince who does not want to reach the highest position, so although they are brothers, their relationship is more like that of enemies.
Every prince wanted to become emperor, including Prince Yu. If Prince Yu failed, they would become one, and she would definitely not be able to escape.
Moreover, deep down in her heart, she also had her own ambitions. She had the dream that every woman cherished, that is, to become the most noble woman. As long as Prince Yu ascended to that highest position, she would become a role model for all women in the world.
"Han An, you are the only one who can help me now." Nalan Chenyu held Han An's hand, his face full of pleading, "As long as you are willing to help, I will definitely be able to ascend to the throne of the crown prince."
"Huh?" Han An was confused. "Your Highness, what on earth are you talking about? How can a woman like me help you?"
"You can, and only you can." Nalan Chenyu looked at Han An steadily and spoke directly, "Because the person who chooses the crown prince is the imperial preceptor."
"What? Master?" Han An couldn't believe her ears. She subconsciously refuted, "That's impossible, absolutely impossible. Choosing a crown prince is a matter of great importance to the foundation of the country. How could we leave it to Master to choose? The emperor will never agree to it."
"This is what the emperor proposed." A deep look flashed in Nalan Chenyu's eyes as he continued, "You could even say it was the emperor who requested it, and the Imperial Preceptor agreed."
After receiving Nalan Chenyu's affirmation, an unknown light flashed in Han An's eyes.
She had never imagined that her father's trust in her master had reached such a level. After all, the next emperor had always been chosen by the previous one. But now, her father had actually given such great power to her master. This showed how much her master held a special place in her father's heart.
At this moment, she couldn't help but think that if she had communicated well with her master at the beginning, she would not have disobeyed her master's wishes and would have resolutely married Prince Yu.
Of course, she didn't regret marrying Prince Yu. She only regretted not explaining the matter clearly to her master. If she had explained it clearly to her master and not angered him, she would still be the Imperial Master's apprentice, and no one would dare to look down on her anymore.
Seeing Han An fall into silence, a hint of darkness flashed in Nalan Chenyu's eyes. He held Han An's hand tightly and continued, "The only one who can help me now is you, Han An. You are the only disciple of the Imperial Master. As long as you ask, she will definitely not refuse."
"this--"
Thinking of Zhong Nianyao's previous attitude and words, Han An was not as confident as Nalan Chenyu. "Your Highness, it's not that I don't want to help you. It's just that my master is no longer willing to acknowledge me as her disciple. She already knows everything that happened back then. She explained it clearly to me when I went to see her before."
"Han'an, you two are master and disciple, how could there be any lasting hatred?" Nalan Chenyu said soothingly, "In all these years, the Imperial Master has only accepted you as her disciple, which shows how much she values you. Even if the Imperial Master is angry now, as long as you sincerely apologize, she will definitely forgive you."
He had long known that the Imperial Preceptor was unwilling to pay attention to Han An's affairs. Even though he didn't live in the palace, he still had some informants. Therefore, he was naturally aware of Han An's visit to the Imperial Preceptor.
After knowing that the Imperial Master was unwilling to pay attention to Han An, he no longer had the same enthusiasm for Han An as before.
But now the situation is completely different.
The decision on who would be the crown prince rested with the Imperial Preceptor. In other words, if one wanted to become the crown prince, they had to start with the Imperial Preceptor. He didn't know why his father placed such great trust in the Imperial Preceptor. However, he now understood that he had the greatest advantage over his brothers. In other words, he held a trump card that none of his brothers possessed: Han An.
Although the meeting between the Imperial Master and Han An ended in a bad mood, the fact that they were once master and apprentice will not change, and the feelings they once had for each other are also real. Therefore, as long as Han An is willing to find the Imperial Master, he will have a great chance.
Han An's face showed a trace of embarrassment. "Your Highness, it's not that I don't want to ask Master for help. It's just that Master is really cold to me right now. I'm afraid that Master will influence Your Highness's opinion because of me. Wouldn't that be counterproductive?"
"Han'an, you have to have confidence in yourself." Nalan Chenyu shook his head and continued, "You hold a very important position in the heart of the Imperial Master. Moreover, you have been together for so many years and have feelings for each other. Therefore, your words will definitely have an impact on her."
When he said this, Nalan Chenyu's eyes became affectionate. "Han'an, you know how hard I have worked over the years. I want my father to see my ability, and I really care about the people of Li. Can you really bear to let me miss out on that position?"
"You should be well aware that the struggle for the throne is always bloody. If I can't take that position, neither you nor I will end up any better. Prosperity is shared by all, and adversity is shared by all. You are my princess, and I really don't want to see you suffer along with me."
Han An's face was full of hesitation, and he just couldn't make up his mind.
Looking at Han An's expression, Nalan Chenyu knew that the time was almost right. He immediately took advantage of the situation and continued, "Han An, since the day you became my princess, I vowed to bring all the best things in the world to you, just to win your smile."
"As long as I take that position, you will be my first wife and the most noble woman in the entire Li Kingdom. This is the best thing I can give you."
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