The city king looked up at the official who had reported his scandal with resentment, his mind racing to figure out who this person was close to, whether it was Feng Xilan plotting against him behind the scenes, or Feng Mozhan.
Just as he was still pondering and hesitating, he suddenly heard Feng Moran speak up, "What does Lord Mu think?"
Feng Guche's words immediately silenced the court officials who had been discussing amongst themselves. All the ministers immediately turned their attention to Lord Mu, and the atmosphere in the hall became somewhat subtle and tense.
Everyone knows that Lord Mu is a straightforward person. Now that the struggle for the throne among the princes has reached a critical moment, everyone wants to know what Lord Mu's stance is.
How could Lord Mu not know that Feng Guche was testing him?
Although Feng Xilan has divorced his daughter Mu Chenshuang, it must be admitted that Feng Xilan is an upright person and a qualified crown prince. Moreover, the power transferred to the City King originally belonged to Feng Xilan.
Even someone as upright as Lord Mu dared not speak rashly at this moment.
He knew that Feng Guche was suspicious, and that the Shen family now held immense power in the court. He had always intended to suppress them, and for this reason, he went so far as to confine Empress Shen Biyun to her quarters. All of this proved that Feng Guche was now biased towards Feng Mozhan.
It was absolutely impossible for him to support Feng Mo Ran and collude with him, but if he openly supported Feng Xi Lan now, he would inevitably offend Feng Gu Che's taboo.
If the generals who hold great military power and the prime minister who wields immense influence jointly recommend the crown prince, wouldn't that directly threaten Feng Guche's throne? He would definitely take action to suppress him.
Thinking of this, Lord Mu sighed inwardly, then relaxed his eagle-like eyebrows, looked up calmly at Feng Guche, his eyes showing no trace of panic or unease.
“The Second Prince is currently learning military affairs under my command. In addition, he has just taken on several important positions and is still getting familiar with many of them. If the affairs of the Prince of the City are handed over to the Second Prince, it may distract him.”
"In my opinion, the most suitable person to hand over these positions is His Highness the Crown Prince. His Highness has been competent in these positions in the past. I believe that in the future, when the Second Prince has completed his studies, if the Crown Prince is too busy, a portion of the positions to be taken over can be transferred to the Second Prince."
Lord Mu's words plunged the hall into a subtle silence. Many people exchanged glances, while others, who had been on edge, breathed a sigh of relief.
Even Feng Xilan and Feng Moran were slightly taken aback when they heard these words, before they came to their senses.
Feng Xilan seemed to look at Lord Mu with a grateful gaze. He felt somewhat at ease at this moment. He knew in his heart that although he and Mu Chenshuang were destined to be apart, she had chosen to stand on his side in this chaotic court situation.
Lord Mu's words just now further confirm this and demonstrate his determination.
At the same time, Feng Mo Ran's lips curled up as she looked at Lord Mu with great interest, her gaze sharp as a hawk eyeing its prey.
Lord Mu has learned to be adept at navigating social situations, but even so, his inner bias has already taken hold.
Feng Mo Ran's eyes narrowed instantly, the wicked charm and frivolity in them vanished, replaced by a dangerous glint.
"Hahaha... Well said! As expected of Marquis Mu, whom I rely on, you've hit the nail on the head." Feng Guche's narrowed eyes suddenly widened, and he burst into laughter.
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