funbook-pk Chapter 107 The Emperor Doesn't Truly Dote on the Crown Prince
Chapter 107 The Emperor Doesn't Truly Dote on the Crown Prince
"Father, I can handle these matters myself. There is no need to trouble His Highness Prince Rui. Jing Sheng is just an insignificant nobody. With my abilities, I will definitely be able to deal with him properly and there will be no mistakes." The Crown Prince looked at the Emperor's thoughtful expression and understood his meaning.
You must understand that the impact of today's situation is not limited to being detrimental to the Emperor; it is equally true for me, the Crown Prince.
If this important position of Vice Minister of the Ministry of Personnel is occupied by Murong Qian's people, then not to mention how difficult my own situation will become, even His Highness Prince Rui will find it difficult to escape disaster under such circumstances.
This is precisely what worries the Emperor the most. What he fears most is that Murong Qian will be able to extract some extremely valuable key information from Jing Sheng. Once this information is leaked, the consequences will be unimaginable, and it will inevitably have a profound impact and cause great turmoil on the entire court.
At this moment, Jing Sheng seems rather superfluous; he absolutely cannot be allowed to live any longer.
The reason why the Emperor specifically ordered them to stay is self-evident.
However, it remains to be seen who will be entrusted with this arduous task.
After Emperor Yuan ordered them to stay, he fell into a long silence. In this atmosphere, how could they possibly interrupt if the emperor didn't speak?
Therefore, the two brothers, as if by telepathy, both tacitly chose to remain silent.
The emperor's silence suggests that he was pondering deeply about who should be entrusted with this task to achieve the perfect outcome he desired.
The crown prince lowered his head, involuntarily beginning to speculate, his mind swirling with various possible candidates and the various scenarios that might follow.
"Your Highness, the matter of Jing Sheng is extremely thorny! This is a matter of great importance concerning the rise and fall of the family and the safety of the nation. I entrust this heavy responsibility to you, hoping that you will live up to your mission and do your utmost. You must not slacken in the slightest and must bring every member of the Jing family to justice, leaving no one behind. Although the punishment of implicating nine generations of relatives is a last resort, it is also to demonstrate the majesty of the law, to serve as a warning to others, and to let the world know the consequences of those who offend the imperial authority."
The emperor slammed his hands heavily on the table, producing a dull yet powerful sound, as if it were a manifestation of his unwavering resolve.
This matter has caused a great uproar among the people, and its influence is so great and its scope so wide that even he, as the ruler of the country, finds it difficult to find a proper solution to protect his family.
Upon hearing this news, the Crown Prince and Prince Rui felt a deep sense of regret.
The saying "serving a ruler is like serving a tiger" is absolutely true! One moment you may be enjoying wealth and luxury, living a life of fine clothes and delicacies, but the next moment you may be implicated by the whims of a new emperor, ending up with your entire family being executed.
The speed of these changes was so sudden that it caught everyone off guard, and it also made people deeply feel the supreme power and ruthlessness of imperial authority.
However, looking back, how could the emperor easily forget how many innocent souls and corpses were buried beneath his throne?
The change of power is often accompanied by bloodshed and slaughter, and every change in the court can become a nightmare for countless families.
Those who were once the most favored figures in the court will eventually be forgotten by the wheels of history after their moment of glory, and no one will remember their names and deeds.
The Jing family today is a reflection of this cruel reality; their fate has already been sealed and cannot be changed.
Hopefully, the Crown Prince can handle this matter properly, so as not to disappoint the Emperor's trust and to minimize the casualties of innocent people, thereby maintaining the stability and harmony of the court.
The Crown Prince knelt calmly on the ground, his eyes shining with determination, as if he had expected the Emperor to issue such an edict. He slowly lowered his head, respectfully accepting the imperial edict with both hands, and secretly vowed in his heart: "Your subject will do his utmost and will never fail the Emperor's grace, and will make Father proud of me."
Prince Rui, Yuan Qian, gave a disdainful snort, his eyes revealing deep contempt and mockery.
He inwardly cursed, "This Crown Prince is utterly foolish, so naively believing this is a cushy job. The Jing family are the Emperor's most trusted confidants, controlling countless unspeakable secrets. Sending him to deal with the Jing family is just digging his own grave!" The more Prince Rui thought about it, the more smug he became. He could almost see the Crown Prince's pathetic defeat in this struggle, and an uncontrollable excitement welled up inside him.
He narrowed his eyes slightly, a cruel smile curving his lips, and thought to himself, "It seems that Father Emperor does not love this son as much as he appears. Otherwise, why would he entrust him with such a difficult task? As for me, Your Highness, I am the one who understands Father Emperor's thoughts the most. I know the darkness and cruelty of this capital city. Only by staying vigilant at all times can one survive in this chaotic world."
His mother's admonition echoed in Prince Rui's ears like a warning bell. He remembered her words deeply: "This capital city is a huge cage, and everyone is trapped inside, unable to escape. No one can be trusted easily, especially that seemingly benevolent emperor, whose heart is filled only with his own interests."
Prince Rui clenched his fists tightly, secretly vowing to find his own way out, break free from the cage that bound him, become a true king, and ensure that the throne would be his and never fall into the hands of the Crown Prince.
A barely perceptible glint flashed in the emperor's majestic and profound eyes. He slowly put down the memorial in his hand, tilted his head slightly, as if pondering something important.
Then, he spoke softly, his voice deep and powerful, telling the Crown Prince about this arduous task, word by word.
The profound meaning contained within this matter was far beyond that of ordinary matters. The emperor knew that this matter concerned his position as emperor, and he had to treat it with caution. He had his own deep considerations and foresight.
The emperor, however, had different thoughts about the crown prince.
Looking at the young prince before him, who bore a heavy responsibility, he felt both anticipation for his abilities and a hidden worry.
He knew the Crown Prince's personality and way of doing things well, and he also understood what this matter meant for the Crown Prince.
But at this moment, he simply looked at the Crown Prince quietly, his eyes revealing an indescribable expression, as if to say: "Child, forgive your father. Your father is doing this for the sake of Tianyuan Kingdom. You will become a witness to this throne."
Then, the emperor silently considered all possible scenarios and countermeasures in his mind, as if a series of complex pictures were constantly unfolding in his mind.
He carefully considered every detail and every potential risk.
Finally, he waved his hand slightly, a gesture that seemed casual but contained an undeniable authority, signaling that the Crown Prince could leave.
The Crown Prince bowed respectfully, turned and left, leaving the Emperor and Prince Rui alone in the magnificent palace, pondering how to protect their own interests...