The words of the Eldest Prince were indeed somewhat provocative.
But what could Emperor Yongning do? Now, holding military power, and among the many princes, the most formidable and outstanding, was only the Eldest Prince.
And he, as the mighty Emperor Yongning, struck by the loss of his son, became like this, needing the support of Xiao Lizi to walk, no longer resembling the wise and valiant image of his youth.
Were the Eldest Prince to force the Emperor at this moment, he could easily succeed.
Not to mention, he only negotiated a single condition with him.
Emperor Yongning sighed and collapsed onto the chair behind him, appearing indifferent, resigned to his fate.
He closed his eyes, "… Speak?"
The Eldest Prince said, "Father, please issue a decree to appoint me as Crown Prince. I will dedicate myself wholeheartedly to the Eastern Chu Kingdom, serving until death."
Emperor Yongning remained silent, saying nothing.
