Chapter 613: He Knows
Qin Zhenzhen staunchly supported the Third Prince, recognizing him as the pivotal male protagonist destined to shape the narrative. The integrity of this central storyline was sacrosanct.
Notably, the author crafted the Third Prince as a virtuous character, surpassing the Crown Prince and the denizens of the Public House in strength and moral fiber. The prospect of him ascending the throne promised a boon for the entire realm.
Su Bin’s allegiance to the Third Prince stemmed from a deep-seated resentment toward the new emperor and the audacious actions of the Public House. The new emperor, in particular, harbored grievances, still mourning his late wife and apprehensive about the Public House’s designs on Qin Silong.
Within the narrative, the new emperor emerged as a formidable antagonist, nursing a profound grudge. His plan involved manipulating the Third Prince to dismantle both the new emperor and the Public House, preemptively averting potential future complications and securing a tranquil existence.
In this regard, Qin Zhenzhen and Su Bin shared a common perspective.
A day later, an emissary from the Empress Dowager sought out Su Bin, presenting a substantial reward as a gesture, ostensibly for Su Bin’s son. The conversation swiftly delved into the heart of the matter.
Contrary to the Public House’s narrative, the Grand Empress Dowager’s representatives painted a contrasting picture. They asserted that the new emperor sought to eliminate Su Bin and enjoyed the protection of the Lord State Duke. Conversely, the Empress Dowager’s camp contended that the Lord State Duke aimed to remove Su Bin, finding sanctuary in the new emperor.
Adding complexity to the situation, accusations were hurled at the Public House, branding them as disloyal.
"The Public House currently wields considerable influence, aspiring to manipulate the new emperor as their puppet. The Grand Empress Dowager has identified this issue, but dismantling the Public House proves to be a formidable challenge," they explained.
"The Public House’s ultimate aim is to seize control of this world."
"However, throughout history, usurping dominion over the world has been deemed an affront to the heavens. Countless calamities are foretold to rain down upon the people, plunging them into profound distress."