The First National Preceptor of the Tang Dynasty

Chapter 988

They will stand up and protest with tears in their eyes.

It's impossible for a loan to make Li Zhi the crown prince.

Xu Tian stepped forward and spoke up for Li Zhi.

These past few days, although he was no longer an official, he had been participating in the morning court sessions, using only the nominal title of a prince.

“The Ninth Prince has no military achievements and is not the eldest son. The position of Crown Prince is currently vacant, and it is impossible to leave it unresolved indefinitely.”

"What the ministers said makes a lot of sense, but I think that what the ministers said is not a problem at all."

"Tell me first, if the Ninth Prince cannot be the Crown Prince, then who has the ability?"

The ministers naturally dared not mention Li Yuan directly; they could only speak indirectly about the other princes.

But these ministers were not convinced at all.

They recounted all the military achievements of the princes.

Xu Tian looked at the faces of these ministers.

They were completely bribed by the other princes.

Xu Tian snorted coldly. Finally, he cupped his hands in a gesture of respect and said, "Since His Majesty has already appointed the Ninth Prince as Crown Prince, this humble subject is willing to return to the court and assist Li Zhi."

Everyone looked on incredulous after hearing Xu Tian's words.

They never expected that Xu Tian, ​​who had resigned due to infighting, would now be willing to return to the court for Li Zhi's sake.

Now he's arguing for Li Zhi, clearly wanting him to become the crown prince and eventually a powerful ruler.

Li Zhi completely disregarded the ministers' words.

Pretend you didn't hear anything.

In the imperial court, he expressed his gratitude, saying, "Your Majesty, I thank you for your praise. I will certainly live up to Your Majesty's expectations and become a crown prince who can shoulder great responsibilities. Your Majesty, I thank you for your great favor. May Your Majesty enjoy boundless blessings and peace."

But the ministers in the imperial court were not convinced at all.

They stated that Li Zhi must not be made crown prince.

Li Er was furious and looked at the assembled officials below.

They are all wolves in sheep's clothing.

He knew perfectly well that these people were simply trying to argue for their master.

They even forgot who their real master was.

"Shut up, all of you shut up! The crown prince has been chosen, and this matter is not to be discussed any further."

Li Yuan was stunned. The Emperor meant that there was no room for maneuver in this matter.

No matter what he says now, he can never become the crown prince. The entire court already knows that Li Zhi is the only choice.

Just then, Li Er suddenly fell ill with a recurring ailment, subsequently vomiting blood and losing consciousness.

Everyone was stunned; the crown prince had now been chosen.

With the emperor in a coma, the regents in the court were in a state of panic.

"Quickly, quickly summon the imperial physician!"

One of the ministers roared.

Everyone was brought back to their senses by the shout.

Xu Tian and the others wanted to follow, but were immediately refused.

"By order of the Emperor, those with matters to report shall do so; those without, court is adjourned!"

After that loud voice rang out, everyone forgot what they were going to say.

With the Emperor already unconscious, it would be meaningless for them to do or say anything now.

The courtiers began to discuss the matter animatedly.

"Will His Majesty be able to escape this calamity?"

"As for the matter of the Crown Prince, I'm afraid we have no choice but to accept it."

Someone glanced at Li Yuan, who was standing to the side.

Li Yuan remained expressionless; even when someone was watching him, no emotion could be seen on his face.

"The Ninth Prince is simply not up to the task!"