The prince loves me like his life, but I force him to rebel

Today, Cen Yu already possesses the powerful strength to seize power.

He has carefully planned and worked hard over the years, secretly cultivating his own power. Whether it is the talented people under his command or the resources and power he controls, they have all reached a considerable level. He has demonstrated outstanding leadership and decisiveness in various plans and actions, as if everything has been paved for his road to power.

However, he was still waiting for the opportunity. On the one hand, he hoped to be foolproof and ensure that there would be no accidents or mistakes when taking action. He considered every detail carefully and made sure that everything could proceed perfectly as he had planned.

More importantly, he was still struggling and hesitating in his heart, thinking hard about how to make his ascension to the throne more convincing. In his heart, he always firmly believed that the supreme position should belong to him, and that it was the glory and power he deserved.

Now he just wants to set things right, kick out those who don't belong to that position, and get everything back on track.

But unfortunately, the world does not know the truth. They will only see the surface phenomenon and think that he is a traitor who attempted to usurp the throne. He will be despised by millions of people for ten thousand years.

Even after he ascended the throne, he worked day and night for the country and the people and tried to become a wise ruler, but he could not escape the condemnation and accusations of later generations.

In his heart, he longed for the supreme position, and at the same time, he also longed for fame. He did not want to ascend the throne with eternal infamy.

Therefore, when Gu Nianzhi said the four words "legitimate", he immediately became very interested, as if he saw a glimmer of hope that could resolve his inner entanglement and hesitation, and his eyes became particularly focused and passionate.

"Yes. I can make you the most powerful person in the world."

Gu Nianzhi's expression was extremely determined, and her beautiful face was full of determination without a trace of panic.

She straightened her back and looked at Cen Yu firmly, as if she was absolutely sure that she could accomplish what she said.

"Tell me what you can do."

Cen Yu narrowed his eyes slightly and stared at Gu Nianzhi closely. There was a hint of curiosity and scrutiny in his tone. He wanted to hear what Gu Nianzhi had to say.

Gu Nianzhi took a deep breath, calmed down his nervousness, and then said slowly: "When the late emperor passed away, the second prince successfully ascended the throne with the help of his mother's family. The third prince was not interested in imperial power. He was obsessed with his own hobbies and had no intention of competing for the throne. But now the second prince has the intention to kill the third prince. For the sake of power, he is willing to kill his own brother. This behavior is simply disregarding human ethics. It is not a pity for such a person to die."

Gu Nianzhi's voice was clear and loud, every word was pronounced distinctly, and her eyes sparkled with wisdom.

She paused, then continued, "After the Second Prince died, according to the ancestral system, he had no children, so the throne should have been inherited by the Third Prince."

Cen Yu's face gradually darkened as he listened to Gu Nianzhi's words.

"You are not planning for me, but for Sima Yao?"

Cen Yu's voice became low and cold, and his eyes revealed a hint of displeasure. Sima Yao's ability was indeed not inferior to that of the Second Prince. If he ascended the throne, apart from the fact that he did not have the support of his mother's family, which was beneficial to Cen Yu, the rest of the factors were extremely unfavorable to Cen Yu.

"Just listen to me." There was no panic on Gu Nianzhi's face. She was still calm and composed, looking at Cen Yu firmly, as if everything was under her control.

Gu Nianzhi was not panicked, but continued to speak slowly: "As the uncle of the current emperor, there is an insurmountable blood relationship between you and the throne. Even if he dies, the throne will not fall on your head. After all, the ancestral system and etiquette are there, and it is difficult to stop the people's gossip. But Sima Yao is different. He has no ambitions and has no intention of fighting for power. He is only indulging in his own little hobbies and has a very weak desire for power. As long as you threaten his mother's life, he will certainly let you do whatever you want with his affectionate and righteous character. When the time comes, you can help him to the throne, and you can manipulate everything behind the scenes and become a real emperor. If you are not satisfied, you can let him write his own abdication edict and pass the throne to you. It is much more legitimate than your current robbery. In this way, it will not cause too much waves, nor will you bear too much infamy, and the resistance you face will be much smaller."

Cen Yu listened to Gu Nianzhi's words and pondered for a moment.

He had to admit that what Gu Nianzhi said did make sense.

Cen Yu thought to himself, what he had been pursuing all along was not a legitimate throne? Now the strategy proposed by Gu Nianzhi seemed to point out a feasible path for him.

Defei was actually kind to him.

Thinking back on the past, Cen Yu couldn't help but feel a little emotional.

Before, Concubine De helped him in every way and gave him support and help at many critical moments. All she did was just to give Sima Yao a safe future.

Cen Yu was well aware of Concubine De's love and expectations for Sima Yao, and everything she did was for Sima Yao to live a stable life.

Now I have to kill Sima Yao, and I have no choice.

In the vortex of power struggle, he had to make such a difficult decision.

He had thought countless times about how he should explain to Concubine De after Sima Yao's death.

This question has been bothering him and causing him to fall into deep confusion and pain.

If we adopt Gu Nianzhi's strategy, all these troubles will no longer exist.

Cen Yu thought silently in his heart that according to Gu Nianzhi's plan, he could not only avoid direct conflict with Concubine De, but also achieve his goals smoothly.

He could take advantage of Sima Yao's weakness, control him in his own hands, and then gradually realize his ambitions. And, even more rare, when he seized power from Sima Yao, Concubine De would definitely stand on his side.

Because Concubine De has always hoped that her son would stay away from fighting and imperial power.

Gu Nianzhi's plan was flawless. Every step and every detail seemed to have been carefully crafted, leaving no room for any loopholes.

From the macro layout to the subtle arrangements, all demonstrated Gu Nianzhi's outstanding wisdom and far-reaching strategy. Her precise control of the situation and her thorough understanding of human nature were fully reflected in this plan.

She clearly analyzed the power and interests of all parties and skillfully used these factors to construct her own plan, making the entire scheme seamless and without any weak points that could be easily broken through.

The only variable is Sima Yao.

After all, human hearts are the most unpredictable. Although Sima Yao's current lack of ambition and desire for power seems to be certain, people always change.

Once he really ascends the throne, the impact and temptation brought by such supreme power will be unimaginable.

Under the halo of power, he may gradually lose himself. After feeling the pleasure that power brings, his inner desires may be infinitely magnified.

Perhaps, his original intention will change, and by then, it may not be so easy to get him to give up the throne obediently.

However, Cen Yu also had his own plans in mind.

He thought carefully that even if such a situation really happened, with the power and strength he currently possessed, it would be easy for him to seize the throne.

He is confident that with the connections, resources and abilities he has accumulated over the years, he is able to cope with any possible situation.

Cen Yu looked at Gu Nianzhi meaningfully, and now he was even more reluctant to let Gu Nianzhi go.

In his eyes, Gu Nianzhi was so smart and clever, her wisdom seemed like an endless treasure, constantly bringing him surprise and shock.

She was able to see the situation so clearly and come up with such a brilliant plan, which made Cen Yu pay more attention to and fear her.

Cen Yu knew very well that if Gu Nianzhi and Sima Yao joined forces, they would be a force that could not be underestimated.

Given time, with Gu Nianzhi's assistance, they might grow rapidly and become extremely powerful.

By that time, maybe even I won’t be able to compete with them.

He couldn't allow such a potential threat to exist. He had to treat it with caution and find a way to keep Gu Nianzhi firmly under his control, or at least prevent her from becoming an obstacle on his way forward.

He was secretly thinking about various countermeasures in his heart, with a complex light flashing in his eyes, with appreciation, vigilance, and a subtle possessiveness. In this complex situation, Gu Nianzhi was like a key chess piece, and her movements and choices would have a crucial impact on the entire situation.

"If Sima Yao is attached to the throne and is unwilling to give it up, which is different from what we planned in advance, will you stand on his side or mine?"

Cen Yu suddenly asked.

His voice echoed in the silent space, carrying a hint of subtle tension and temptation.

His eyes seemed to be able to see through everything, and they fell directly on Gu Nianzhi.

That gaze seemed to carry a tremendous force, as if to see through Gu Nianzhi's heart.

Under such scrutiny, Gu Nianzhi actually felt a little pressure, but she quickly calmed herself down.

Gu Nianzhi lowered her eyes, her mind working rapidly. She knew the deep meaning behind Cen Yu's question. Since Cen Yu asked this question, it meant that he was already interested in her proposal, but he still had some concerns.

What she had to do now was to clear these worries from his mind so that he could act wholeheartedly according to the plan she had designed.

Gu Nianzhi knew in his heart that if he just made promises blindly at this moment, it would make Cen Yu wary.

A meticulous person like Cen Yu would not easily believe those empty promises.

So, she decided to back down and make some demanding requests, perhaps this would help her gain his trust.

Gu Nianzhi made a decision quickly. She took a deep breath to make her thoughts clearer, and then slowly said, "From what I know about Sima Yao, he doesn't have a strong desire for the throne. He is content with the status quo and indulges in pleasure. When he was in the capital, I heard that he went to Jiya Pavilion many times. Even if I help him ascend the throne, even if he promises me a high position, it is inevitable that there will be beautiful women around him."

Gu Nianzhi spoke in detail, with a look of reminiscence in her eyes, as if she was recalling every moment she had spent with Sima Yao.

"As a woman, I know that all men in the world are unfaithful and heartless. Moreover, when you are in a high position, it is even more difficult to be in love with one person."

Gu Nianzhi tried her best to make her tone sound lonely and helpless, as if she was deeply disappointed in the nature of men.

Her voice echoed in the air, carrying a hint of sadness that made people feel pity.

"I once asked Sima Yao if he could love only one person in his life. He said it was common for men to have three wives and four concubines, so I didn't have any expectations of him."

Gu Nianzhi's voice trembled slightly. She paused for a moment and then continued, "Now, I want to ask you, Cen Yu, if one day you ascend to the throne, can you allow me to be by your side alone?"

Her eyes were fixed on Cen Yu, her eyes full of anticipation and desire.

"That's natural."

Cen Yu answered without hesitation. His eyes revealed determination and sincerity, as if he could really be together for life.

"You once said that you loved me. If you can stay with me forever, swear to God, I will believe you this once."

Gu Nianzhi looked at Cen Yu, her eyes full of determination and resoluteness.

These few paragraphs have exhausted all her life's acting skills. She tried hard to make her expression and tone appear extremely sincere and earnest.

She wanted Cen Yu to believe that what Gu Nianzhi wanted most was a devoted lover and a queen who was second only to the emperor.

"I swear to God, I, Cen Yu, can do it. I will love the one in this life and only care about the one person. If I break this oath, I will be punished by heaven and earth." Cen Yu said solemnly, his eyes were extremely firm, and the oath seemed to carry a heavy weight, echoing in the air.

"Even if the court is in turmoil and the world is difficult, you will not marry the daughter of an important official?"

Gu Nianzhi frowned slightly and continued to ask with a hint of doubt. Her eyes were fixed on Cen Yu, as if she wanted to find the most truthful answer from his expression and words.

Cen Yu smiled, and there was a hint of confidence and calmness in that smile.

He seemed to really believe Gu Nianzhi's lies.

"Nianzhi, aren't you underestimating the power of our Feiying Sect?" Cen Yu's voice was low and powerful, with an unquestionable momentum.

Cen Yu slowly took Gu Nianzhi's hand. Those hands were warm and powerful. He held them tightly, as if he wanted to pass on his strength to her.