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

Today's Third Prince came with great momentum.

Not only did he kill the Sixth Prince, he even wanted to drag Chu Ning into the assassination case.

The emperor looked at the third prince with murderous intent on his face and couldn't help but feel secretly happy.

This kid has the same demeanor as I did in my youth. He is decisive and never lets go of any opportunity.

Although it is uncertain whether this matter is related to Chu Ning, as long as Chu Ning is dragged into the water, Chu Ning will definitely be unable to cope with the situation.

This will be good for the upcoming battle for the crown prince!

In that case, I might as well give you a hand.

Thinking of this, the emperor narrowed his eyes and said in a deep voice: "What the third brother said makes sense, this matter does need an explanation.

Chu Ning, since you have already sent someone to ask Di Wenyao to investigate the armor matter, you don't have to get involved in the subsequent investigation into the assassination case.

To avoid suspicion, you will be in charge of the funeral of the sixth brother first, and the assassination case will be handled by the third brother from now on."

As soon as these words came out, Chu Ning's face changed slightly.

This means that the assassination case will be handed over to the third brother to investigate alone.

Thinking of this, Chu Ning narrowed his eyes and a hint of coldness appeared in them.

It seems that the emperor is completely on the side of the third prince and has no intention of making him the crown prince.

Even if the emperor remains neutral!

But the emperor chose to help the third prince.

At this moment, he had completely given up on the emperor.

Taking a deep breath, Chu Ning looked at the emperor and said, "In this case, I will take my leave."

Not a word of excuse, not a word of plea, just a word of farewell.

From now on, he was completely on the opposite side of the emperor.

In the past, he was not disheartened when the emperor supported others to oppose him.

Because everyone needs experience.

In the past, he was not angry when the emperor suppressed him.

Because he felt that the emperor was in a high position and had his own way of doing things.

But now, he understood.

The emperor never thought of making him the crown prince.

Because he was just the emperor's illegitimate son among the people.

Therefore, even if he was powerful, the emperor would not help him become the crown prince.

Some are just suppressed.

At this moment, his fate with the emperor was severed.

From now on, he will no longer have any scruples in doing things.

With a relaxed mood, Chu Ning left the Yangxin Palace.

The emperor looked at Chu Ning's departing back, a solemn look appearing on his face.

For some reason, he suddenly felt that he could not see through Chu Ning at this moment.

While deep in thought, the Third Prince suddenly spoke up: "Father, the assassination yesterday must have something to do with Chu Ning!

These armors can only be made in Bingzhou. It is impossible to make such armors in other places!"

As long as Chu Ning is involved in this matter, there will be no way to defend himself.

After assassinating the queen, even if Chu Ning is powerful now, the emperor will not let him go.

But the emperor was not a fool. He raised his eyebrows and said in a deep voice:

"This matter is a bit strange. Chu Ning has many soldiers under his command. If he really wanted to assassinate me, why would he let Lao Liu send people? Wouldn't it be better to use his own people?"

"Father!"

The Third Prince shook his head and said in a deep voice: "Think about it, assassinating you is a big deal, would he dare to do it alone?

He joined forces with his Sixth Brother, naturally wanting to drag him down with him. Once successful, with his current strength, even if he wanted to ascend the throne, it would be him, Chu Ning!

But if we fail, someone will have to come out and confess, and then my sixth brother will be the scapegoat."

The emperor, who originally didn't quite believe it, was suddenly shocked.

Yes, if Chu Ning used his own people and failed, they would definitely be tracked down.

But if Lao Liu fails and is investigated, it will be Lao Liu who will be investigated.

"I still underestimated him!"

The emperor snorted coldly: "No wonder he rushed over as soon as he received the news. Is he worried that Lao Liu would reveal him?"

"Father is wise!"

The Third Prince said with a serious face: "Because of this, Eighteenth Brother is the most suspicious!"

"Father, think about it. With Eighteenth Brother's current reputation, why did he rush to Sixth Brother's residence after receiving the news? Wasn't it because he was afraid that Sixth Brother would betray him?"

The emperor's eyes gradually turned cold as he spoke with reason and evidence.

There are now 20,000 Bingzhou soldiers in Kyoto City. Is there anything that Chu Ning dare not do?

If the assassination had been successful yesterday, with Chu Ning's strength, he would definitely be able to suppress all the princes and ascend the throne as emperor.

The emperor, who was getting more and more annoyed the more he thought about it, clenched his hands suddenly and said fiercely: "Investigate, you must investigate it for me!"

"Your son obeys your command!" The third prince responded, then bowed and left.

But what the Third Prince didn't know was that the Emperor was staring at his departing back with a look of satisfaction on his face.

Unlike his previous anger, the emperor seemed like a different person at this moment, with a look of appreciation on his face.

"The Third Brother is very decisive in his actions, just like me!"

The emperor narrowed his eyes, stroked his beard with his right hand, and said calmly: "If this can be accomplished, the crown prince must be him!"

"As for Chu Ning...it's because you have a bad background."

The emperor shook his head and continued to review the memorials.

He would never pass the throne of the Great Chu to an illegitimate child.

So, even though he knew that the Third Prince wanted to involve Chu Ning, he chose to lend him a hand.

At this moment, the third prince was overjoyed after getting the emperor's permission, and immediately sent someone to invite his confidant to come.

Half an hour later, at the Third Prince's residence.

The third prince sat in the main seat with a proud look on his face.

Two ministers sat on the left and right sides respectively.

One of them was in his middle age, with a sturdy build, his energy and spirit were at their peak, and his eyes were bright and energetic.

This person is the new Vice Minister of War, Peng Jinglun!

The other person was thin, with a pair of inverted triangle eyes. He looked very cold and cunning. At first glance, you could tell that he was not someone to be trigged by.

This person is the new Minister of the Ministry of Revenue, Jiang Yongkang.

"My Lords, I'm sure you all know what happened to the Sixth Prince today. I've also told you what happened in the palace just now. What do you think I should do next?"

The third prince stopped pretending and went straight to the point.

Jiang Yongkang narrowed his eyes, and a hint of coldness flashed across his eyes: "Since the King of Chu is disliked by His Majesty, and now he is assigned to handle the funeral of His Majesty the Sixth Prince, Your Majesty should take advantage of the victory and pursue!

The position of Crown Prince cannot be left vacant for too long, otherwise it will attract the attention of other princes. I think we should jointly write to Your Majesty and have the position of Crown Prince determined as soon as possible."

As soon as he finished speaking, Peng Jinglun on the side also echoed in a deep voice: "Yes, this matter should be dealt with as soon as possible, and the position of crown prince must be taken as soon as possible.

After today's events spread, Your Highness's reputation will surely be far greater than before. This is a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity!"

When the Third Prince saw that both of them said so, he was delighted, but pretended to be worried on the surface:

"Is it too early to mention the position of Crown Prince at this moment?"

"will not!"

Jiang Yongkang explained: "There have been a series of funerals in the city recently. The royal family must also be hoping for a big happy event to break the previous bad luck!"

The third prince's eyes lit up: "That makes sense, I'll leave this matter to you two!"

"Yes!" The two responded and went downstairs to make arrangements immediately.

But the Third Prince was still a little worried. He looked up in the direction of the Prince Chu's Palace and muttered to himself:

"Eighteenth brother, will you easily let me become the crown prince?"