Nine dragons fight for the throne, I don't want to sit on this throne

"Father, I, the Grand Tutor, must kill you!"

Chu Ning looked at the Emperor Chu who was begging for mercy, and a cold look appeared on his face.

Although he also knew that the emperor had personally pleaded for mercy, he had to give him face.

But when it comes to Dugu Xin, he doesn't want to make any concessions.

If it weren't for the blood spider poison in his body this time, he might have died at the hands of Dugu Xin.

Since Dugu Xin has taken action, he is his enemy, and he will never be merciful to him.

Even the emperor's plea is useless!

The Emperor Chu's expression suddenly darkened, his eyes sharp as he stared at Chu Ning:

"Is there really no room for maneuver regarding the Grand Tutor's matter? Even if I beg you, you won't do it?"

Chu Ning's expression remained unchanged: "To murder the Crown Prince is equivalent to the crime of treason and must be executed according to the law."

The anger in the Emperor's eyes grew even stronger. "Grand Tutor has assisted me for many years and has made outstanding contributions! Can't you spare his life for the sake of our friendship?"

"If it were anyone else, it would be fine, but that's the Grand Tutor, my teacher!"

"Also, the Grand Tutor has taught Chu Tian over the past year that it's better to look at the Buddha's face than the monk's. Even for the sake of his teaching Chu Tian, can you let him live for another half a year?"

But Chu Ning said calmly: "Father, it's not that I don't remember our old friendship, but the law of the country is not forgiving."

"What a cruel law!"

The King of Chu laughed in anger, "I will protect him today! What do you think?"

The atmosphere in the hall suddenly froze. Liu Shouren and others were silent, and no one dared to speak.

Chu Ning was silent for a moment, and finally spoke slowly: "Father, you have handed over the power of government to your son. This matter, your son will make the decision on his own."

"you……!"

The King of Chu was so angry that he trembled all over: "Are you going to disobey me?"

Chu Ning said no more, raised his hand and waved: "Come here, send father back to Taiji Palace."

The guard stepped forward and saluted respectfully: "Your Majesty, please."

The King of Chu glared at him, but the guards did not move at all, obviously only obeying the orders of the Crown Prince.

He suddenly turned his head to look at Chu Ning and said coldly, "What if I don't go back?"

Chu Ning looked at Zhao Yu.

However, Zhao Yu only lowered his head slightly and gestured with his hand: "Your Majesty, please return."

The King of Chu felt a sinking feeling in his heart, knowing that he no longer had any real power and all his troops would obey Chu Ning.

He stared at Chu Ning intently, gritted his teeth and said, "Good, very good! I want to see how long you can be so arrogant!"

After saying that, he flicked his sleeves, turned around, and strode away.

The angry emperor returned to Taiji Hall under Zhao Yu's escort.

Inside the Taiji Hall, the morning light was dimming. The Emperor of Chu had not slept all night, and his eyes were bloodshot.

He stood in the center of the hall, his fingers tightly gripping the cuffs of his dragon robe, his knuckles turning white from the force.

The hall was silent, with only his heavy breathing echoing.

"Your Majesty, you have been standing for a long time. You should take a rest for a while." Zhao Ming advised cautiously.

After returning from the East Palace, Emperor Chu had been standing at the palace gate with an extremely gloomy expression.

The King of Chu turned a deaf ear and stared outside the palace, as if waiting for something.

Finally, hurried footsteps were heard, and a young eunuch hurried into the hall, his face pale, and knelt down to report:

"Your Majesty, His Royal Highness the Crown Prince...is determined to kill the Grand Tutor!"

"What?" The Emperor of Chu turned abruptly, anger surging in his eyes. "I personally went to plead for mercy, and he actually dared to refuse?"

It was too much just now, and he didn't agree because Chu Ning was too proud.

He thought that if he left on his own initiative and gave Chu Ning enough face, it should make Chu Ning change his mind.

After all, it was the emperor who was begging him!

The young eunuch, sweat dripping from his forehead, whispered, "His Royal Highness the Crown Prince said... the crime of treason is unpardonable."

"presumptuous!"

The King of Chu roared angrily and slammed the table with his palm, causing the teacup to fall over and the tea to spill all over the floor.

His chest heaved violently, and his eyes were filled with both anger and deep disappointment.

"The Grand Tutor is my teacher! He assisted me in ascending the throne and taught me how to govern! Now that he is old and frail, the Crown Prince won't even show me this little bit of kindness?"

The young eunuch didn't dare to look up, and could only bite the bullet and say, "His Royal Highness the Crown Prince said... the laws of the country are ruthless."

"What a ruthless law!"

The King of Chu sneered, a cold light flashing in his eyes: "I want to see if he really dares to disobey my will!"

With anger still burning in his heart, Emperor Chu paced back and forth in the hall, seemingly thinking about how to respond.

"Your Majesty, please calm down first..." Zhao Ming said cautiously.

"calm?"

The King of Chu sneered: "The Crown Prince doesn't even give me face, how can I remain calm?"

Zhao Ming hesitated for a moment and whispered, "Your Majesty, the military power is now in the hands of the Crown Prince, and most of the ministers in the court also obey his orders. If we want to save the Grand Tutor, I'm afraid... we can only find another way."

The King of Chu paused and turned to look at him: "What's the solution?"

Zhao Ming lowered his voice and said, "The Crown Prince is currently recruiting soldiers and horses, and many government affairs still require the assistance of court officials."

“If we can get the ministers in the court to jointly submit a petition requesting the pardon of the Grand Tutor, the Crown Prince might have some reservations.”

A glimmer of hope flashed in the eyes of the Chu Emperor: "What else?"

"in addition……"

Zhao Ming hesitated and said, "Although the old King of Qin has retired, he still holds a high prestige in the court. If we can ask him to intercede for us, the Crown Prince might grant him this favor."

The King of Chu's eyes lit up: "Yes! Old King Qin! I will go and invite him personally!"

Half an hour later, at the old Prince Qin's mansion.

The King of Chu walked quickly into the inner courtyard. The old King of Qin was sitting in the pavilion sipping tea. Upon seeing him arrive, he slowly stood up and saluted:

"I see you, Your Majesty."

The King of Chu quickly supported him and said, "Uncle, there's no need to be so polite! I came here today to ask for an important favor!"

The old King of Qin's eyes were deep, as if he had already guessed his purpose. "Your Majesty, is this about the Grand Tutor?"

The King of Chu nodded, "That's right! The Crown Prince is determined to kill the Grand Tutor. I no longer have any real power, so I can only ask my uncle to intercede for me!"

The old King of Qin was silent for a moment, then sighed, "Your Majesty, I am old and frail, and have long since stopped caring about state affairs. Moreover..."

He gave a bitter laugh and said, "My son rebelled and died at the hands of the Crown Prince. The Crown Prince holds a grudge against me. Even if I were to plead for mercy, it would probably be of no avail."

The King of Chu said anxiously, "But your uncle has a very high prestige in the court, and the Crown Prince must give you some face!"

The old King of Qin shook his head and said, "Your Majesty, the Crown Prince is now in power and acts decisively. He will not change his mind because of a word from an old minister."

"If you really want to save the Grand Tutor, you might as well place your hopes on the court officials."

The King of Chu felt a sinking feeling in his heart, knowing that the old King of Qin was unwilling to intervene.

He gritted his teeth, and finally turned away helplessly: "In that case, I will not disturb Uncle Wang anymore."

The old King of Qin watched him leave, with a complicated look in his eyes.

Soon, Emperor Chu returned to the palace.

Inside the Taiji Hall, Emperor Chu had a gloomy expression and clenched his fingers into fists.

"Your Majesty, there are still two hours before the execution. If we can get the ministers to jointly submit a letter as soon as possible, it may still be in time!" Zhao Ming reminded in a low voice.

The King of Chu took a deep breath, his eyes flashing with determination. "Pass on my order, summon all ministers to the palace immediately!"

Zhao Ming bowed: "Yes!"

The King of Chu looked at the gradually brightening sky outside the palace and silently said in his heart: "Dugu Xin, I will definitely save you!"