MC - Chapter 598: Since You Have to Choose Someone, Choosing Me Works Fine Too

The officials were speechless.

This news was truly too shocking. If it were true, then likely no one in the court or the realm would continue to stand by the Great Liang Emperor.

Crown Prince Yiwen had originally been chosen as heir by Emperor Lingzong himself. If he had not died, none of these events would have taken place. If his death were indeed caused by the Great Liang Emperor, then neither the realm, the people's hearts, the court officials, nor the powerful noble families would have any reason to support the Great Liang Emperor.

Apart from the few subjects who rose with him in rebellion, it seemed unlikely that any of the remaining officials would choose to stand by his side.

The Dean looked at the Deposed Emperor and asked, “Everything needs proof. Do you have any evidence?”

The Deposed Emperor replied calmly, “The late emperor had long embarked on the path of cultivation, no one would believe he would suddenly drop dead. Of all Emperor Lingzong's sons, the late emperor was the most outstanding. And if he died, who would benefit the most?”

Hearing this, the ministers could not help but recall those distant stories. Emperor Lingzong had two exceptionally talented sons, both were legitimate, either of whom could have rightfully inherited the throne. But Crown Prince Yiwen was not only beloved by the people, but also the eldest son. Hence, the heir to the throne had already been decided. If there were no unforeseen events, the next Emperor of Great Liang would have been him.

When Crown Prince Yiwen could not ascend the throne, who among the princes stood to benefit most?

Naturally, it was the current Emperor.

“What a pity. Imperial Grandfather saw through your wild ambitions long ago and didn't pass the throne to you. Your plans fell apart, and unwilling to accept it, you went on to stage the rebellion.”

The Deposed Emperor spoke lightly and sighed, “In the end, just for a seat, you disregarded the bonds between blood brothers. Fourth Uncle, you truly are ruthless.”

Following the Deposed Emperor’s

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Martial Cultivator Chapter 598: Since You Have to Choose Someone, Choosing Me Works Fine Too

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