The First National Preceptor of the Tang Dynasty

Chapter 745

Early next morning

Emperor Taizong (Li Er) did not attend court, the political situation was turbulent, and the ministers were discussing the possibility of replacing him.

"Is His Majesty really that ill? What should we do?"

"If His Majesty is truly gravely ill, the court cannot be without a ruler even for a single day!"

"In my opinion, the Third Prince is the most suitable candidate!"

"His Majesty has not yet chosen a crown prince, leaving the position vacant. Now that His Majesty is seriously ill, someone must be chosen to be entrusted with this important responsibility."

The person speaking in court supported Li Tai, implying that Li Tai was the rightful owner.

There are supporters and opponents.

Some people sided with Li Tai, while others sided with the other princes.

"The third prince is the most suitable candidate, but what about the second prince and the eldest prince?"

"Logically, the eldest son should be chosen over the youngest! Although the second prince has never achieved anything significant, he has always been diligent and hardworking."

"In our humble opinion, the Second Prince is the only suitable candidate."

During this time, a minister stood up and, after saying this, pointed directly at the general next to him.

"What does General Cheng think?"

Cheng Gengnian had been quiet all along, not taking sides with anyone, but he was momentarily stunned when he heard the minister's words.

If it weren't for the Third Prince's meddling...

He might actually side with the Second Prince.

But now, he has no choice but to stand on the side of the Third Prince.

"I believe that the Third Prince has made great achievements, just take the recent suppression of bandits as an example. He was very brave and resourceful and is capable of shouldering great responsibilities."

Xu Tian stood there the whole time, listening to the ministers' discussion, and even the final result.

He didn't say anything, but his doubts lingered in his mind.

Why did Li Er suddenly fall ill? And why did this illness seem to be one that he would never be able to get up again?

At least in the hearts of these ministers and princes, Li Er could no longer attend court.

The saying goes, "A country cannot be without a ruler every day," and they are already discussing the next ruler.

Xu Tian sighed softly to himself.

He didn't take their words to heart at all, because he would never side with anyone.

Right after General Cheng finished speaking, some people who were originally going to choose the second prince also stood on the side of the third prince.

Li Tai appeared calm on the surface, but inwardly he was already filled with pride and self-respect.

He watched as these ministers supported him.

Then I looked at the most important person.

Xu Tian!

He hasn't uttered a single word since he came in, and hasn't even shown the slightest expression.

Li Tai narrowed his eyes slightly.

The minister who spoke first immediately instructed the other ministers to choose sides.

However, when it was Xu Tian's turn, he refused to express his opinion.

"The Emperor is still on his sickbed, and you ministers are already choosing a second ruler. In your hearts, what does loyalty to the Emperor truly mean?"

Everyone felt a pang of guilt upon hearing Xu Tian's words.

The only person who wanted Xu Tian to take sides had a face that instantly turned cold.

"I'll just ask you one question: which prince are you on?"

A change of royal power is a very normal thing.

His Majesty is now critically ill, and before this, he had not chosen a crown prince. Everyone is in a state of unease; not all ministers are willing to submit to a prince.

They all have people they want to support.

"Your Highness, the situation has already become like this. Do you still expect His Majesty to come out now?"