The video takes us to ancient times; Li Er transforms into the Tongtian Emperor of Shu Han.

"Your Majesty, there is no need for you to blame yourself too much."

“Your situation back then was completely different from Chengqian’s. At that time, the world had just been settled. With your great contributions, even if Li Jiancheng had ascended the throne, he would not have been able to sit on the throne in peace without eliminating you.”

"That fratricidal conflict was not your fault, but the will of Heaven."

Empress Zhangsun offered words of advice from the side.

However, Li Er simply waved his hand.

“No matter the circumstances, this matter is a stain on my record, and I have never intended to erase it.”

"But I hope that from now on, the Li Tang dynasty will never again see such a tragic scene of fratricide."

"After all, I have already conquered this land, and there will never again be a prince who threatens the throne because of his great achievements."

He didn't need comforting in this matter, nor did he think he was wrong.

Just as I had told the historian before.

He confessed to everything he had done and even asked the historians to record it truthfully.

Everything he did in his life is open to future generations to judge!

After reading his words, Zhu Di suddenly felt a sense of kinship.

It has to be said that no one knows a son better than his father. Just as he was about to say something, Old Zhu spoke first.

"Fourth brother, don't flatter yourself. Even if you succeed in suppressing the rebellion, there are some people you can't fool."

"Some things are better left unsaid; saying them out loud will only make you a laughingstock."

Who was Emperor Taizong of Tang?

"His actions during the Xuanwu Gate Incident are justifiable. He conquered most of the Tang Dynasty's territory. Without him, Li Yuan would have been nothing more than a regional warlord like Dou Jiande."

"He conquered the entire country; how could Li Yuan give it to whomever he wanted?"

"As for you, we conquered the world, so we can give it to whomever we want, right?"

Zhu Di: “…”

Although he had just been thinking of appreciating Emperor Taizong of Tang, Father, you didn't have to be so blunt, did you?

What, is your fourth child really that bad?

He wanted to grumble a bit, but Zhu Biao became his mouth double at that moment.

"Fourth brother, don't be unconvinced. An emperor like Emperor Taizong of Tang is one of a kind. Not only in the entire Tang Dynasty, but even throughout all dynasties, there are not many people who can compare with him."

"Isn't it true that on the list of wise rulers of immortals, there are only three people left who share the same name as him?"

"You've done a great job. I have high hopes for you."

"As for Father, you should say less. Fourth Brother is already outstanding enough to be listed on the Immortals' List of Wise Rulers."

Seeing Zhu Biao's protective attitude, Old Zhu looked somewhat helpless.

Biao'er, don't you want to look at who you're protecting?

The fourth prince stole your son's throne!

Even if Yunwen is really in the wrong, you can't be so blatantly biased, can you?

"Father, have you forgotten how proud you were when the fourth son was listed on the list of wise rulers?"

Seeing that Old Zhu seemed to have some objections, Zhu Biao gave a gentle reminder.

Empress Ma nodded in agreement.

"That's right, Chongba, you can't change your mind so quickly."

Old Zhu: “…”

Okay, okay, Biao'er is right, and the girl is right!

We didn't say anything, and we don't want to say anything!

"I always felt that Old Zhu was very wronged. Could someone like him really be the kind of cruel ruler who would skin people alive at the drop of a hat?"

Seeing his frustrated appearance, even Li Er was able to pull himself out of Yu Yu's emotional state.

How could such a dignified emperor be so pathetic?

Moreover, how could such a cowardly person be the tyrannical person described by the immortals as someone who would exterminate three clans, skin people alive, and be intolerant of even a grain of sand?

This is clearly just an ordinary old farmer, being roasted by his wife and children until he can't say a word.

“My father only acts like this in front of my eldest brother and mother.”

"If anyone else dared to talk to him like that, they'd probably be hanging up as a warning by now."

Zhu Di casually offered a defense.

Old Zhu: “…”

"Fourth brother, itching for a beating again, huh?"

"Come here, let me show you the unwavering love of your father."

Zhu Di: “…”

Dude, I know you love to complain, but some things don't have to be said out loud.

You didn't have a father back then, but my father is still here!

But clearly, Zhu Di during the Yongle era did not have such awareness.

Anyway, no one can control him now, and no one can keep his mouth shut.

Even he himself couldn't do it!

"What, can't we even speak the truth? Your eldest brother is your son, your mother is your wife, and the rest of us brothers are just your subjects. Anyone with eyes can see the difference, right?"

"Father, don't think we can't tell just because you don't say it outright."

"If it were your elder brother wearing the dragon robe in private, you would probably just laugh it off, and might even offer to alter it to see if it fits. But what if it were us?"

Old Zhu: “…”

That's actually totally true!

"Fourth brother, what you're saying is unreasonable. I would never wear a dragon robe in private."

"Haven't I been good enough to you? If you want to curse Dad, go ahead, why are you dragging me into this!"

Zhu Biao pouted in dissatisfaction.

Although he knew that what the fourth brother said might be true, he still felt very uncomfortable listening to it.

That might be how Old Zhu saw it, but in Zhu Biao's heart, he truly regarded each of his younger brothers as his own siblings.

"What do you mean, 'We can curse whenever we want'? Biao'er, that's going too far!"

Old Zhu swung his belt, ready to whip the child.

Even if you're a high-ranking official, you still need to use a belt!

"Truly, an enviable family..."

The scene ended with a harmonious moment as Old Zhu lectured his son, prompting Li Er to sigh with genuine emotion.

He never envied anyone's achievements because he felt he could do the same with his own abilities.

But he had to admit that he truly envied Old Zhu's family and their way of getting along.

"I do envy him, but how many people can truly be as carefree as Lao Zhu?"

"If all emperors could uphold the principle of primogeniture rather than merit, how could there be so much fratricide?"

Liu Xun looked deeply saddened.

Born into an imperial family, children often do not know their fathers, and fathers do not trust their sons.

If all emperors could be as carefree as Zhu Yuanzhang and trust their sons as much, there would certainly be fewer tragedies in the imperial family over generations.

And he probably wouldn't have the chance to live among ordinary people.

Everyone knows that the principle of primogeniture, rather than meritocracy, is the truth, but very few people can actually do it.

"...That makes sense. It is indeed appropriate to appoint the eldest son, and there should be no other thoughts!"

Yang Jian nodded repeatedly.

Li Er: "..."

"Come on, Yang Jian, this principle doesn't apply to you."

"Whether you choose the eldest son or the most virtuous, the outcome for your Sui Dynasty will be the same."