Protect Our Chief

Chapter 1111 - 79: The Great Emperor Summons Shouzhe by Force! Prince Kang Falls from Power

"But to think, he really hit the mark with what he said.""As the Great Emperor, I delight in conquest, desiring to establish undying achievements like my forebears, yet I have lost control over the internal affairs of the Royal Race, and in the end, a major incident has indeed occurred."

"Your Majesty," Old Yao hastily said, "Shouzhe’s reckless words, please don’t take them to heart. Since you ascended the throne, the territory has continuously expanded, every county within the nation has flourished, and the national power is nearly twice as strong as it was. Such accomplishments are already unparalleled in history."

"Ahwooawoowo~"

The five round little wolf cubs seemed to sense the Great Emperor’s sadness, rolled over to rub against the emperor’s legs, their antics designed to endear and entertain, with some even performing tricks to cheer up the emperor.

"You little creatures, you really know how to please," Emperor Longchang’s gloomy mood eased considerably, as he took out some jerky from the "Pixiu Treasure Ring" and began to feed them, speaking while feeding, "Far better at pleasing me than that Wang Shouzhe fellow."

"Pfft!"

Old Yao stifled a laugh.

One wonders how Wang Shouzhe would react upon hearing this?

...

At the same time.

Prince Kang’s Mansion.

The scent of incense wafted through the luxurious study where Prince Kang and his numerous strategists and guests once again gathered.

However, compared to the previous gravity, this time, the atmosphere in the study was much more relaxed.

Whether it was Prince Kang, Jiang Zhuyi, Mr. Yude, or the head steward, everyone’s expression was fairly relaxed, without the previous tension.

"Your Highness, with Prince Shou and Prince Ping ’gathering the pearls and jewels ahead’, drawing attention, your situation is not as conspicuous. Our objective is half accomplished," Jiang Zhuyi laughed, "Moreover, our people have secretly contacted quite a few princes and county princes. They have significant objections to Prince Anjun, with more than sixty percent of the county princes clearly stating they will not support him."

"As for the princes, though they’ve not expressed a clear stance, they too have shown dissatisfaction with Prince Anjun. On our side, the situation could not be more favorable~"

"Hahaha~ Good~ Zhu Yi, your strategy certainly worked." Prince Kang was overjoyed, "Wu Mingyuan’s move this time has truly backfired on him."

"That is also because you reacted promptly and acted decisively." Jiang Zhuyi smiled modestly, not claiming credit.

He merely moved his lips, but it was Prince Kang who found people to target Prince Shou and Prince Ping.

"This tax investigation wave, though it affected your reputation somewhat, the overall situation remains within our control. As long as we gradually guide the public opinion, the impact of the tax investigation will diminish to the minimum," Mr. Yude also felt relieved, his tone lightened considerably, "As long as we don’t make any more mistakes, once the campaign against the Southern Border concludes, your claim to the throne will be secure."

Upon hearing these words, the head steward’s face also showed a relaxed smile, and he congratulated Prince Kang with a bow, "Congratulations, Your Highness! This means your road to the throne has already succeeded halfway."

"Hahaha~ Achieving the current situation is all thanks to your assistance. I am immensely grateful," Prince Kang laughed heartily, taking all responsibility, "Rest assured, once I ascend the throne, rewards for you will be plentiful."

"Thank you, Your Highness."

Everyone immediately raised their hands in thanks.

Some clever attendants added plenty of auspicious words, making Prince Kang immensely happy, laughing heartily.

Just as the atmosphere was at its peak.

Suddenly.

A solemn and powerful voice abruptly resounded over the County King Mansion’s sky.

"All Imperial Guards, heed the command."

"By decree of Your Majesty, Prince Kang is suspected of smuggling and colluding with the enemy, with irrefutable evidence. From today onwards, the Prince’s Mansion shall be sealed, and anyone involved in the Mansion shall be arrested immediately, allowing no one to escape."

As the words fell, a unanimous response roared in reply.

Immediately, there were sounds of doors being kicked open, shouted commands, the clatter of armor, and the furious roars of the Mansion’s guards, accompanied by the terrified cries of the Mansion’s servants.

"Not good!"

Everyone in the study changed their expressions.

Privately mobilizing troops without an imperial order was a major crime. Now that the Great Emperor was residing in the Imperial Palace, no one would dare to falsely relay an imperial command. Since the Imperial Guard dared to come, there could be only one possibility.

The smuggling matter has been exposed!

They had just celebrated their impending victory in the Struggle of the Imperial Sons, and who could have thought that in just the blink of an eye, everything would change!

"Could it be that the Gongyang Strategy had a problem?" Jiang Zhuyi’s expression turned serious, it was the first thing he thought of.

The Imperial Guard’s posture clearly indicated that they had already convicted Prince Kang, giving them no chance to explain. Unless Zhao Zhikun betrayed them, in the normal course there would be a lot of back and forth before drawing in the Imperial Guard?

"There’s no time to ponder this!" Mr. Yude, being more pragmatic, promptly urged Prince Kang, "Your Highness, quickly leave! Go to the Prince’s Mansion now, perhaps it’s not too late!"

"Right! Seek Ancestor Dexin, seek Grandmaster Yoong’an, plead for them to intercede with Your Majesty for me!" Prince Kang instantly realized, and without another word, shattered the roof with a palm and rushed out.

In Gui Long City, unless given a special pardon or in an emergency, Black Tortoise Cultivators below the Divine Power Realm are not permitted to fly.