Kunning Palace was filled with jubilation, while the other palaces were enveloped in ominous clouds, as if a storm were approaching.
Fuhai Palace.
Concubine De had a face like frost, taking a deep breath as she looked at Prince Xiao who sat beneath her with an ominous expression, saying: "Once the Emperor speaks, the Crown Prince's position cannot be altered unless he proves disloyal, unjust, and unfilial, or has an unfortunate fate...only then could another be chosen for merit."
Prince Xiao raised his eyes, gritting his teeth as he spoke bitterly: "Consort Mother, I cannot comprehend, the fifth is so young, how can he bear any responsibility? Father abandoned the elder and chose him merely because he is the legitimate son? I am the eldest son, apart from this birthright, what do I lack compared to this little brat who hasn't even grown all his hair? Father, he is simply senile…"
