The First National Preceptor of the Tang Dynasty

Chapter 979

Li Zhi was also aware of his current situation.

Although he didn't say it aloud, he felt that what Xu Tian said was true.

He didn't want to watch his brothers kill each other; that would only add to his father's psychological burden.

However, the princes already harbored resentment, and everyone had their own agenda.

Because of Li Mao's affair, Li Er never recovered.

Even if Xu Tian entered the palace, it wouldn't make him better.

The imperial physicians were completely helpless.

Whenever the Emperor's illness was mentioned, everyone shook their heads.

Xu Tian was completely helpless regarding Li Er's condition.

"Your Majesty!"

Xu Tian squatted down next to the dragon bed.

Seeing Li Er in such pain, his heart ached.

Li Er waved his hand and sighed softly, "It's alright! I can still hold on."

When Li Yuan returned from his travels, he was overjoyed to learn that the Emperor was ill and beyond cure.

"It seems that this time, I really have a chance."

Inside the study, he spoke to his trusted confidant.

His trusted confidants also felt that their master truly had a chance this time.

The saying goes, "When one person attains enlightenment, even his chickens and dogs ascend to heaven." If their master were to successfully become emperor, then all of them would be promoted and granted titles.

Therefore, all his confidants were overjoyed.

Li Yuan believed he had an opportunity and twisted the cup in his hand.

He looked very confident.

Indeed, among the many princes, he was considered one of the most outstanding.

"It's all Li Maona's fault for being too stupid, thinking he could successfully become emperor. How could a fool like him possibly ascend the throne?"

"However, this matter is entirely thanks to him. If it weren't for him paving the way, Father wouldn't be in this state now."

Everyone here hopes that His Majesty can establish a crown prince as soon as possible.

Now that His Majesty is terminally ill, he will certainly appoint a crown prince during this period.

But who will be chosen as the crown prince?

They have no idea at all.

Who can understand the Emperor's thoughts?

Naturally, no one could understand it.

"As far as I know, it seems that a candidate has already been chosen for the position of Crown Prince."

Upon hearing these words from his trusted aide, Li Yuan's expression froze.

"Where did you learn that?"

After a moment of silence, the confidant finally replied, "I also heard those ministers talking about it."

They weren't sure if it was true, but regardless, Li Yuan had to investigate, because whoever was chosen as the crown prince, they would all need to know about it beforehand.

Li Er has always been more biased towards Li Zhi.

They were unsure whether Li Zhi would be chosen as the crown prince this time.

Regardless of whether it's him or not, we should find out.

"I will enter the palace tomorrow, and this matter will naturally fall apart on its own."

Li Yuan's expression was somewhat cold.

If Taizhi's chosen candidate is indeed Li Zhi, he will absolutely not let Li Zhi succeed.

Xu Tian had already discussed the matter of the crown prince with Li Er.