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Chu Xuanhao looked determined and accepted the important task without hesitation. However, his next words surprised everyone present.

"Your Majesty, I have a request." Chu Xuanhao's voice echoed in the hall, and everyone's eyes were focused on him.

Zhou Yunlong raised his eyebrows slightly and asked curiously, "General Chu, what do you want? Just tell me."

Chu Xuanhao took a deep breath and said in a deep voice: "I would like to ask your majesty for permission to let Chen Qiyu serve as my deputy general."

As soon as these words came out, the court was in an uproar. The ministers were talking to each other, and they couldn't understand Chu Xuanhao's request. Chen Qiyu was Chen Tanyan's son, so how could he be made a deputy general?

"General Chu, do you know that Chen Qiyu is the son of the traitor Chen Tanyan?" A minister could not help but remind him.

"Of course I know." Chu Xuanhao responded calmly: "But I think Chen Qiyu has nothing to do with this matter. He has the ability and determination to serve the country. What's more, with him around, Chen Tanyan might have some concerns."

The discussion in the court was getting louder and louder, and the voices of opposition were rising one after another. However, at this moment, Zhou Xiangbei's voice rang out in the court: "Father, I support Chu Xuanhao's proposal."

Zhou Xiangbei's words surprised everyone. They all looked at the young prince, wondering why he would support such a seemingly ridiculous proposal.

Zhou Xiangbei walked to the center of the hall with a calm expression, saluted Zhou Yunlong and said, "Father, I think Chu Xuanhao's proposal is worth a try. Although Chen Qiyu is related to Chen Tanyan by blood, he has clearly stated that he has severed his father-son relationship with Chen Tanyan. Why don't we give him a chance to prove his loyalty and ability?"

Zhou Yunlong listened to Zhou Xiangbei's words, frowned, and fell into deep thought. He knew that this decision was risky, but perhaps, as Zhou Xiangbei said, this was an opportunity worth trying.

"Okay!" Zhou Yunlong finally made up his mind, "Let's do as Chu Xuanhao said and let Chen Qiyu serve as his deputy general. I hope they will not disappoint me!"

The discussions in the court gradually died down, but the shock in everyone's heart took a long time to subside.

They were all wondering what the outcome of this seemingly risky decision would be.

Soon, the eunuch's summons echoed in every corner of the palace, and Chen Qiyu's name floated in the air along with the royal summons. Although his heart was already in turmoil, his face still maintained the calmness it should have.

Chen Qiyu walked through the corridor and saw the magnificent hall. The golden glazed tile roof shone brightly in the sun, as if it was a symbol of power, showing him the supremacy of the imperial power. He took a deep breath and stepped into the hall.

Zhou Yunlong sat on the dragon throne, watching the young general with a sharp gaze. Chen Qiyu knelt down to salute, his movements were standard and elegant, without a trace of panic.

"Chen Qiyu, I summoned you here today to discuss something with you." Zhou Yunlong's voice was deep and majestic, echoing in the hall.

Chen Qiyu lowered his head, but he could feel the emperor's gaze like two sharp swords piercing his heart.

"I want to appoint you as deputy general." Zhou Yunlong continued, "Your father Chen Tanyan has a high prestige in the court, but some illegal things have been reported recently. I hope you can stand on the side of the court and fight against him."

Chen Qiyu was shocked. This was indeed a trap, a trap to pit him against his father. He raised his head slightly and glanced at Chu Xuanhao standing next to him. The man who had always been at odds with him was now looking at him with an expression of watching a good show.

He knew that this was a trap set by Chu Xuanhao to weaken the power of the Chen family, but he had no choice. It was difficult to disobey the emperor's order, especially since he was in the palace and countless eyes were watching him.

Chen Qiyu took a deep breath and then slowly exhaled, as if to calm the turbulent waves in his heart. He lowered his head again and said in a firm voice: "Your Majesty, I do."

Zhou Yunlong didn't seem surprised by his answer, but a glimmer of satisfaction flashed in his eyes. He asked softly, "Is this not embarrassing for you?"

Chen Qiyu shook his head. Although his mind was in a state of confusion, he remained calm and resolute: "It's not difficult."

The hall fell into a brief silence. Zhou Yunlong stared at Chen Qiyu, as if assessing his determination. Chu Xuanhao stood aside with a smile on his face, as if he had foreseen the decline of the Chen family.

"Okay, in that case, I will appoint you as deputy general." Zhou Yunlong's voice broke the silence: "I hope you can put the overall situation first and live up to my expectations."

Chen Qiyu kowtowed again: "I will definitely fulfill my mission."

He stood up, feeling mixed emotions. He knew he had embarked on a path of no return, and that opposition with his father was inevitable, but he also knew that this was for the sake of the court and the overall situation.

He turned and left the hall, with the emperor's deep gaze and Chu Xuanhao's smug smile behind him. He knew that from this moment on, his life would change dramatically.

Walking out of the hall, Chen Qiyu looked up at the sky and took a deep breath. He felt his heart trembling, not because of fear, but because of an indescribable heaviness.

He understood what his choice meant. This was not only a betrayal of his father, but also a subversion of his past beliefs. He had always taken his father as a role model, but now he had to stand on the opposite side of his father.

At night, Chen Qiyu was alone in his study, thinking. The flickering candlelight stretched out his shadow, lonely and determined. He knew that he was about to face an unprecedented challenge, but he had no way out.

He remembered what his father once said to him: "Qi Yu, you must remember that no matter what difficulties you face, you must stick to your beliefs and principles."

But now, he has to go against his father's teachings and fight for a greater goal.

Tears welled up in his eyes, but he resisted the urge to let them fall. He stood up, walked to the window, and looked at the stars in the night sky, his heart filled with determination.

He knew that from this moment on, he was no longer just Chen Tanyan's son, he was also a deputy general of the court and had the responsibility to fight for the stability and prosperity of the court.

Chen Shuyin walked under the moonlight and quietly came to the outside of Chen Qiyu's room. She knocked on the door gently, and Chen Qiyu's slightly tired voice came from inside the door: "Who is it?"

"Second brother, it's me, Shuyin." She responded softly.

The door was soon opened, and Chen Qiyu appeared behind the door. His face was a little haggard, but when he saw his sister, a warm smile flashed in his eyes: "Sister, why are you here so late?"