The emperor faked his death? Never mind, I will ascend the throne directly!

Song Zelin frowned, pondering for a long time before finally sighing helplessly, "Your Majesty, please forgive my stupidity. This matter... I really can't think of any foolproof plan!"

Li Chengfeng rubbed his eyebrows and felt overwhelmed.

It's true that he is a time traveler, but isn't this plot too far away from the game script?

In his previous life, his useless original self was eliminated early on. Who knew that such a mess would happen later? How could he really predict the future like a god?

"Your Majesty?" Seeing Li Chengfeng remain silent, Song Zelin thought he was being coerced by the court officials and worried. "Your Majesty, are you worried about General He?"

"Yeah." Li Chengfeng came back to his senses and frowned slightly.

"I don't doubt my uncle, but... this matter is strange and far from as simple as it appears! The most urgent task is to uncover the mastermind behind this, so that we can truly resolve this matter!"

"Your Majesty, rest assured. I will do my best to investigate thoroughly!" Song Zelin bowed and expressed his opinion immediately.

Li Chengfeng nodded. "I'll trouble you, Master Song, to take care of this matter. I'm naturally confident in your care."

"But we still need to proceed with caution in this matter and must not alert the enemy."

...

Night falls, somewhere in the capital.

In a secret room, the dim candlelight flickered, illuminating the gloom in the room.

Zhang Huaian knelt on the ground, not daring to breathe, and reported what happened in the court today to the man in black sitting at the top.

"My Lord, this is exactly what happened. That Li Chengfeng...that damned emperor actually ordered severe punishment!"

The man in black had a slender figure, but he exuded a chilling aura.

"Oh? You mean, the emperor ordered a thorough investigation of this matter?"

Although she was wearing a veil, he could still feel the natural charm. Zhang Huaian's mind was moved and he almost forgot where he was.

After a moment, he forgot the ruthless methods of the woman before him. He hurriedly lowered his head and replied, "My Lord, it is absolutely true! The emperor even declared in front of the entire court that he would thoroughly investigate this matter and clear his name!"

The man in black slowly stood up, walked to the window, looked at the bright moonlight outside, and chuckled as if he had heard some huge joke.

"This little emperor is so innocent and adorable!"

"Do you really think that just because you sit on the throne, your words will be final?"

"Your Majesty is wise! That emperor is just a green boy, how can he be compared with Your Majesty!" Zhang Huaian threw away his upright demeanor in the court and quickly flattered him.

"Hmph! Stop talking such useless nonsense!" The man in black paused, his tone suddenly turning cold. "Contact Crown Prince Li Chenghao and tell him to contact the princes of various places and make sure to spread the news. Say that the new emperor cannot tolerate his meritorious officials and will kill them all! And..."

The man in black said this with a sneer on his face: "Tell Li Chenghao... to prepare for the uprising!"

...

In the imperial study, He Sheng paced back and forth in the room like a trapped beast, cursing constantly.

"How dare these sons of bitches frame me! I am loyal to His Majesty, as the sun and the moon bear witness to! If it weren't for His Majesty, I would have long ago..."

"Uncle!" Li Chengfeng rubbed his temples and helplessly interrupted He Sheng. "Can you please be quiet for a moment? You're making me deaf!"

He Sheng shut up in frustration after hearing this, but he still looked at Li Chengfeng with a cautious look, "Nephew, who is behind this? Could it be..."

"Don't worry, uncle. I know what's going on." Li Chengfeng knew what He Sheng wanted to say. He was just worried that he would suspect him.

"I believe in my uncle's character and the loyalty of the Zhenbei Army." Li Chengfeng walked up to He Sheng, patted his shoulder, and said firmly, "This was definitely not done by my uncle. I will investigate thoroughly and clear my uncle's name!"

There are undercurrents surging throughout Daqian. The most urgent task is to stabilize the morale of the Zhenbei Army!

He Sheng was so happy that his eyes were a little moist.

"Okay! Okay! No matter what happens, my uncle and the Zhenbei Army will always stand by you!"

"Okay, leave me alone!"

Li Chengfeng waved his hand and closed his eyes in thought.

The other party is well prepared, the enemy is in the dark, and I am in the light. I am afraid this matter is not that simple!

After He Sheng left, Li Chengfeng rubbed his eyebrows.

Only I can stand my uncle's bad temper.

The throne looks glamorous, but it is actually a hot potato.

In the court, my foundation is not stable yet, and the person who throws dirty water on me has such vicious intentions.

Thinking of this, Li Chengfeng's gaze involuntarily fell on a token on the desk.

It was a golden token with the words "Tiger Tally" engraved on it, which was the military token for mobilizing the five major camps.

Two days ago, the five major camps followed the prince's orders and marched into the imperial city in a mighty force. However, when he ascended the throne and the tiger talisman changed hands, they retreated back to the outside of the city without a word.

These five camps were elite troops specially drawn from various places when my father was still alive in order to prevent the princes from killing each other. They only obey the emperor's orders.

Now that my father has passed away, the attitude of these five camps has become an unknown.

Although the tiger talisman is in his hands now, once the owner changes...

If I can bring them under my command, my power in the court will be able to rise to a higher level!

"Someone come here!" Li Chengfeng's eyes flashed, and he shouted in a deep voice.

"What are your majesty's instructions?" The voice of the eunuch chief Gao Hai came from outside the door.

"Pass on my decree, summon the commanders of the five major camps to the palace immediately for an audience!"

"Yes!"

Soon, five figures appeared outside the imperial study.

Li Chengfeng sat on the dragon throne and glanced at the five people. All five of them were wearing armor, with sharp blades hanging from their waists, and exuded a compelling aura.

"Your Majesty, I am here to pay my respects to you!" The five men knelt on one knee and shouted in unison, their voices shaking the roof tiles.

"Everyone, get up." Li Chengfeng smiled slightly and motioned everyone to stand up.

The five people stood up, but their eyes were still looking around vigilantly.

"Thank you, Your Majesty!"