"Then tell me, Xiao Tianhao appearing by Madam's side, could it be a coincidence? It must be the Emperor's intention."
"Did the Emperor cooperate with Madam on today's matter?" a strategist asked, surprised.
Li Chongjin's eyes brightened but then quickly dimmed again, saying cautiously, "This matter that we can ascertain, others will surely come to know as well. Even though the assassination of Hera might be Father's intention, there isn't any evidence. How Father decides cannot be affected by this matter." Li Chongjin did not directly state the Emperor Xuanming's use of Madam, but everyone present was smart enough to understand his unspoken words.
Feeling somewhat regretful for Chu Heng in his heart.
"Yet if this matter truly is related to Father, regardless of the final outcome, the Chu family need not worry."
"Since Father is strongly inclined against Beirong without tolerance, we should also make some arrangements."
"Prince, what are your orders?"
