Although the debate just now was intense, with everyone expressing their opinions, and even high-ranking officials participating, those truly influential ministers, such as the Left and Right Ministers, Grand Tutor Zhao, remained steadfast and silent.
Huangfu Yuxuan sneered inwardly. These key figures in the court, not a single one is under the Crown Prince's influence; what is there for him to be proud of?
Grandfather is elderly but still in good spirits. From that position, he can probably sit for another three to five years. These senior ministers have reached their positions by being shrewd and cunning, and won't act without certainty.
Now, Father has lost the Crown Prince title; although Third Imperial Uncle is the Crown Prince, he hasn't firmly established his position in the Capital City, while Prince Li has won Grandfather's favor. Ultimately, though the Crown Prince is the heir, if Grandfather leaves a secret edict upon his departure, the Crown Prince would be nothing.
