After this thought took root in his mind, Prince Rong collapsed completely, no longer having the straight back he had just now.

After a long silence, he looked up and said.

"I am willing to die, but can the Crown Prince and General Gu spare the lives of my brothers? They have never been people who fight for power and gain. Just send them to a fiefdom far away. Even if they have to be trapped there for life, at least they can live."

When hearing this, the prince still felt a little emotional.

"I took the seat that should have belonged to you. Don't you hate me?"

"Hate? The change of imperial power is just the most common thing. After all, the Daxing Dynasty was also seized by my grandfather from the previous dynasty. You and I are from the same roots, both descendants of the Xie family. What's the difference between me taking the throne and you taking the throne?"

"And since General Gu has chosen you, it means you are definitely a capable person. My father is dead, and I am a weak and incompetent person. The throne of the world should be occupied by a virtuous person, right?"

Hearing this, the prince admired him even more.

Prince Rong is not very old, but he thinks very clearly. It must be said that the teachings of Prime Minister Guo when he was alive did produce results.

"Prince Rong's righteousness is something I have already remembered in my heart. I will never let down General Gu's help and today's conversation, and I will definitely lead Daxing to a higher level!"

After saying this, the prince left without much lingering.

After Gu Shaoyu handed him a bottle of medicine, he didn't say anything else. Prince Rong looked at Gu Shaoyu with a smile and said only one last sentence.

"After I die, my mother and the Earl's Mansion will certainly be dissatisfied. If they really make a fuss, you can just give this letter to them. The rest of my brothers' lives will be in the hands of General Gu. Do your best to leave a successor for them."

Gu Shaoyu nodded, and the look he gave Prince Rong was much gentler than before.

"Also, if there is a chance, I hope General Gu can take me back to Jinling City. I want to be buried next to my great-grandfather. He taught me all my life, and I am willing to repay his kindness in the underworld!"

When Prime Minister Guo was suddenly mentioned, Gu Shaoyu felt a little sad.

But having come this far, there was no turning back. He could only watch as Prince Rong drank the poison in the bottle, and then quietly passed away.

"Prince Rong, have a safe journey!"

Gu Shaoyu solemnly bid farewell to Prince Rong, and when he left the house, he had regained his previous indifference and fortitude.

After they left, a burst of urgent crying was heard from Prince Rong's mansion.

Such news spread quickly and reached the powerful and clan members. Everyone knew who did it, but no one dared to speak out.

Heavy snow fell for three days and three nights, and the entire Sui'an City was covered in white.

At the same time, white banners were hung in the imperial palace and Prince Rong's mansion. The people who did not know the truth were all lamenting that this winter was too terrible. There were so many turmoils in the royal family suddenly, but it was not in chaos yet. It was really confusing.

It is the end of the year and every household has started to stock up on New Year's goods. Now, they are afraid that there will be some changes in the imperial court, so many people are stockpiling rice, flour, grain and oil, and the prices have naturally risen a lot.

Upon seeing this, Du Jingyi teamed up with the Han family and supplied the large amount of goods that they had previously stockpiled to the market. The prices were still the same as last year's prices, but large orders were restricted, so the prices were suppressed before they could even soar.

If the people benefit, they will naturally not cause trouble.

When the prince saw these reports in his mansion, he couldn't help but smile and said.

"General Gu really made the right choice in marrying his wife. Her move has made those who wanted to take advantage of the chaos to rob people beat their chests and stamp their feet."

Gu Shaoyu knew his wife's abilities, so when others praised her, he sincerely thought she was amazing.

"Over the years, Madam has been taking care of all the household affairs. I promised her that I would return home after this matter is over."

The prince looked at Gu Shaoyu, but he didn't show any distrust at all. Instead, he asked him quite frankly.

"You also don't believe that I can be a wise ruler who doesn't envy his wise ministers and generals?"

"I dare not, but when I was cleaning up the Dingping Marquis's Mansion, I accidentally learned from him that my grandfather and his men died on the battlefield. After so many years, I want to go back and take a look. If there really is someone behind this, then I will definitely make those people pay with blood!"

"The Battle of Jince?"

"Um."

Hearing this, the prince said no more. After a moment, he stood up and walked over, speaking solemnly to Gu Shaoyu.

"After I ascend the throne, General Gu can go if he wants. As for your family... it's not good to keep you separated. If your wife and children are willing, they can go with you."

There is no mistake in the poem, post, content, and read the book on 6, 9, and bar!

"Thank you, my Lord, for your help!"

Gu Shaoyu bowed to the prince, who gave him a support and then spoke solemnly.

"As I am today, I will always remember the general's kindness. I hope you and I can break the old rules and do something practical for the people of the world."

"Your Majesty, I obey your orders!"

On the day when Xue Se saw the light of day, news came from the palace that Empress Yan had gone mad due to excessive grief.

Now, most of the concubines who could make decisions in the harem have died, so Concubine Hui, who gave birth to the second and fourth princes, was pushed out and forced to take over the affairs of the harem.

The second prince didn't expect that he would come across such a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity, so he was filled with a hint of excitement.

After he got married, he superficially followed Prince Rong's lead, but secretly he also cultivated some power of his own. However, such power was naturally not enough in front of the Earl's Mansion and Prime Minister Xing, so they never noticed any rebellious intentions of the Second Prince in the corner.

But now all the forces standing in his way are gone. Faced with such a "god-given opportunity", even though he knows there may be pitfalls ahead, he is willing to give it a try.

So, he went into the palace that day.

When he found Concubine Hui, he blurted out that he also had ideas about the throne. Concubine Hui was so shocked that she covered his mouth and immediately spoke.

"My son, quickly give up this thought. Is this the throne? It's clearly a man-eating monster! Your Majesty, Prince Rong, the Seventh Prince, and the people behind them, how many people have been carried out of this palace? Will the people who did these things let you pick the fruits like this? If you show up now, aren't you looking for death?!"

Although Concubine Hui didn't have much foresight, she was able to protect four children and bring them up. She couldn't be without some wisdom, so everything she said made sense! (End of this chapter)