Chapter 18 (1/2)
Translator: Atlas StudiosEditor: Atlas Studios
“I… I think His Highness the Crown Prince is a candidate for the throne!”
This official looked to be around 23 years old. He was at the prime of his youth, and at the age to start a family. Yet, he had given no thought to his own life.
On the other hand, the Imperial Preceptor stood still without saying anything. He simply lowered his hands and placed them by his side without saying anything.
The sorcerer then laughed out loud, “Young man, looking at your age, it seems that you are at the age to get married and have children. Indeed, people at this age are all young and vigorous, and full of enthusiasm. Well, why don’t you tell us why His Highness the Crown Prince is suitable. ”
The official seemed to not catch on, and even thought that the sorcerer was not angry and allowed him to continue speaking. In an instant, his heart calmed down. He swallowed his saliva and said, “Although His Majesty died from overexertion and did not have time to leave behind an imperial edict, this is our tradition. With the death of an Emperor, the Crown Prince would definitely succeed the throne. Moreover, when the Emperor was still around, he especially admired the Crown Prince’s knowledge. The Crown Prince was the most knowledgeable among all the princes, and even had his own unique military understanding.”
He then continued, “Furthermore, I was fortunate enough to be a student of His Highness the Crown Prince before I became an official. I naturally know that His Highness is concerned about Tianlong. He’s also righteous and as long as he becomes the Emperor, I believe that Tianlong will become more prosperous in the future.”
The ministers and officials on both sides carefully raised their eyes to look at the men in front of them. Their hearts were already surging with emotions.
Although this official had stated the thoughts of many officials present, he was also challenging the authority of the sorcerer and priest Tianxiang!
After all, after the sorcerer obtained the protection of the Heavenly God more than ten years ago, whom had he gone around announcing that could bring peace to the country? And why had they held a memorial ceremony for more than ten years?
Before the death of the Emperor, the battle between Tianlong and Shuiguo ended after the soldiers of Tianlong died in battle. Who then was the one who stopped Shuiguo from attacking Tianlong?
If His Highness the Crown Prince succeeded the throne, he could protect the country’s security and the safety of the people. These words made it obvious that he was fighting for credit in front of the sorcerer and priest.
At the same time, the old priest standing beside the dragon throne said, “You’re right. His Highness the Crown Prince will protect us all after succeeding the throne. You are really a good study partner of His Highness!”
Unfortunately, the official didn’t notice the sarcasm behind these words. He even said with a smile, “No, no. This is what I should do.
After all, His Highness is really outstanding. As long as he succeeds to the throne, we will definitely be better than when the Emperor was around. After all, there’s always someone better we can learn from. ”
The next moment, another eunuch’s voice came from outside the hall. “Oh no! Oh no!”
Immediately after, the eunuch ran into the hall in a fluster.
At the same time, the Magus stopped smiling. He raised his eyebrows and said, “Eunuch He, what’s the matter? Why are you in such a panic? Don’t be anxious. Calm down and tell me what’s going on.”
The eunuch swallowed his saliva as cold sweat appeared on his forehead. “Sorcerer, Priest Tianxiang, Imperial Preceptor, something bad has happened! His Highness the Crown Prince has committed suicide!”
Instantly, the entire venue was in an uproar.
That official fell onto the ground with a face full of disbelief and his eyes suddenly widened. “T-this is impossible! I even saw His Highness the Crown Prince yesterday! He was clearly very well and he was in a very good mood too. He wouldn’t commit suicide!”