We have fought to the Arctic Circle, and you want me to inherit the throne?

Li Che was also shocked.

What on earth is this cheap father doing with Potion 8?!

Isn't your map too short? Just a second ago, they were still showing affectionate father and filial son...

Li Che's brain was working rapidly. Emperor Qing would never hit him for no reason, and he probably didn't come to hold him accountable.

In front of his fellow princes, Emperor Qing was an occasional father, a long-term emperor, and an emotionless political machine.

If he was really dissatisfied with the increasing number of his followers in the court, he would only use political tricks to completely destroy them instead of putting pressure on himself.

After figuring this out, Li Che had a vague idea of ​​how to deal with it.

Since Emperor Qing is testing him as the emperor, he will respond from the perspective of a son.

Transform public affairs between the monarch and his subjects into family affairs between father and son.

Li Che pondered for a moment, then said calmly, "Father, I don't know what it means to be a member of the Feng Wang faction."

"However, since Fengguo achieved some success in the Northeast, the attitudes of the court officials towards me have indeed undergone a drastic change."

"Oh?" Hearing Li Che's words, Emperor Qing also became interested. "What's changed?"

“Before I was crowned king, I was the least visible prince among the ten princes.

The ministers' attitude towards me was lukewarm, and it could even be said that they turned a blind eye to me.

They felt that I was weak and unable to handle such a heavy responsibility, and that I was the prince who least needed to be flattered.

Except for my mother, few people remember my birthday.

My requests often fall on deaf ears and are ignored."

There was a subtle bitterness in Li Che's voice, as if he was recalling the days when he was neglected.

Upon hearing this, Emperor Qing felt a slight pain in his heart.

Yeah, when is Cheer’s birthday?

He only remembered that it was spring, maybe late March, but he couldn't remember exactly when.

Li Che used to be too honest and too obedient.

Such children are naturally ignored and their feelings are not cared about.

Li Che raised his head, his eyes blazing with pride. "But since Feng State prospered and I became the King of Feng, everything has changed."

"Those officials who had been indifferent to my son suddenly changed their expressions. Strangers and strangers alike came over to me.

Everyone in the capital said that I was a prince with great martial virtues, and no one called me weak anymore. When the ministers met me, they were even more attentive and caring.

Even my childhood cowardice has become a beautiful quality of benevolence and filial piety; my childhood embarrassments have become anecdotes that they enjoy talking about.

At this point, Li Che's tone was filled with sarcasm: "I don't understand. I am still the same as before. Nothing has changed. Why do they treat me so differently?"

A look of surprise flashed across Emperor Qing's face, and he stared at Li Che in a daze.

He seemed to have never seen his sixth son clearly, either in the past or now, and perhaps he still won't be able to see him clearly in the future.

"So, when your Majesty asks me why I befriended the nobles and brought them into the Prince's party, I truly do not know."

"But I understand one thing."

Li Che suddenly grinned, revealing two rows of white teeth.

"If I bloom, butterflies will come!"

In the Yangxin Palace, the scent of incense curled up, but the rich fragrance could not hide the shock in Emperor Qing's eyes.

The King of Yan beside him was also lost in thought.

He began to reflect on whether the support he received from nobles, military men, and soldiers in the army was due to his own abilities or because of his status as a prince.

"If I bloom, butterflies will come to me?" Emperor Qing repeated in a low voice, then suddenly laughed out loud, "Great! What a great saying, butterflies will come to me!"

The emperor was silent for a moment, then slowly said, "It seems that you have really changed."

"Che'er, you have to remember that power has a temperature. It can attract people, but it can also make people avoid it.

You must remember that this warmth does not come from yourself, but from the power in your hands.

Therefore, you must keep a clear head, distinguish the true from the false, and never be blinded by this false enthusiasm."

Li Che said sternly, "Son, I will remember your father's teachings."

Emperor Qing shook his head, looked at Li Lin who was lost in thought, and said:

"It's wonderful that you two brothers support each other. I'm very pleased."

Li Lin quickly stood up and bowed.

Emperor Qing waved his hand and continued, "The northern part of Daqing relies on you two to guard it. If you two can work together, I will have nothing to worry about."

Li Che and Li Lin exchanged a glance and said in unison, "Your Highness, I will live up to your father's expectations."

Emperor Qing nodded and continued:

"Since those nobles are optimistic about you, then learn more from them. Those crude warriors may not be good at other things, but they do have the ability to march and fight."

"As for the Chang family..." Emperor Qing paused and said helplessly, "The Chang family really can't help you much. If you don't like the woman in their family, then go and explain it to them yourself."

Li Che quickly said, "I know, I will not embarrass Father."

Emperor Qing nodded slightly, and the more he looked at Li Che, the more he liked him.

Although this kid behaves boldly, he has one advantage, which is that he is sincere and says what he thinks.

Unlike other princes, he appears to be loyal and filial, but is actually hypocritical.

Even though they are obviously afraid of me, they still try to get close to me to show their filial piety.

Thinking of this, Emperor Qing sighed, "Today's events are likely related to those useless brothers of yours. I will investigate this matter thoroughly and give you two an explanation."

Li Che and the other man said they didn't dare.

"But you also have to promise me one thing." Emperor Qing changed the subject, "I will handle this matter. You two must not approach them privately or resort to fratricide again."

When Emperor Qing said this, his tone was gentle, and there was even a barely perceptible hint of inquiry in it.

Even though it is so weak that it cannot be detected, it is already very rare for Emperor Qing.

He is the supreme emperor of the world, and his words are final. Why should he seek the opinions of others, let alone his son?

It can be seen that the assassination of Li Che and the other two today really scared Emperor Qing.

He realized that he could no longer allow the princes to fight for power without any bottom line, and the fight for the throne must be kept relatively under control.

Li Lin hesitated for a moment, gritted his teeth, and said nothing.

He would not lie, nor would he let it go, so he could only keep his mouth shut.

Li Che thought for a moment and said, "Father, I cannot agree to this."

"What?" Emperor Qing's tone changed and his face turned slightly cold.

"My royal brothers have already made their move. If I don't fight back, they will treat me as a soft persimmon."

"But, I can promise you that my counterattack will never be as ruthless as it was today, using assassination."

After hearing this, Emperor Qing breathed a sigh of relief and said, "That's good."

He was not afraid of the princes fighting, but he was afraid of them fighting to the death.

Or maybe his relatives were killed by the previous Emperor Yang, and Emperor Qing was very conflicted about family affection. He longed for it from the bottom of his heart, but would instinctively reject it.

Looking at Li Che, who was completely different from a year ago, a hint of relief flashed in Emperor Qing's eyes.

"Che'er has truly grown up. He already has the demeanor of a wise king. I am very pleased."

He walked forward, raised his hand and patted Li Che's shoulder, with undisguised expectation in his tone:

"The prince is often ill, you should encourage him!"