Chapter 162 Isn't this the result you wanted?

Chapter 162 Isn't this the result you wanted?

This matter was a closely guarded secret, and it is unknown how Xie Yan learned of it. The Fifth Prince did not show any outward signs, but in reality, he was filled with shame.

The practice of keeping wet nurses for health was not something he did alone.

Many wealthy families kept wet nurses on hand for beauty, health, and longevity purposes.

The Fifth Prince's dilemma was that he was a close relative.

He felt ashamed about it, yet he couldn't quit.

They fear that one day their secret will be exposed and their reputation will be damaged.

Xie Yan emphasized that he knew this person's sister, which means he must have known about his eccentricities.

The Fifth Prince was an extremely proud man; he would rather die than let anyone know about his unspeakable secret.

He was momentarily stunned and hesitated.

He refused to admit it, fearing that Xie Yan would expose him on the spot, which would be a disgrace to his life.

He admitted it, thus confirming the fact that he had assassinated the sixth prince.

Just as he hesitated, the Emperor spoke up, "Fifth Prince, it seems this matter really has something to do with you!"

The fifth prince hurriedly knelt down, as if to say that if he didn't prosper, no one else would either, and they would all die together.

“Father, please let me explain. I want to accuse Prince Jing of colluding with Grand Commandant Shen. They are hiding private troops and intend to rebel.”

"Your Majesty, I have discovered that Prince Jing knew all along that Grand Commandant Shen was hiding troops, and even intended to join forces with Grand Commandant Shen to plot for the throne!"

The officials swallowed the news one after another; several princes had been implicated, and none of them were innocent.

Prince Jing actually joined forces with Grand Commandant Shen; they just couldn't understand it!

Will these princes be able to leave Chongde Hall alive?

Xie Yan looked at Xie Heng indifferently. He really did jump into the pit that the emperor had dug.

"Your Majesty, the Fifth Prince has wronged me. He has made baseless accusations and wants to drag me down with him with a single sentence."

Xie Yan remained calm and watched as the Fifth Prince lost his composure.

There's more to come in a bit.

"Prince Jing, do you think I don't know what you've done?" The Emperor roared in anger, his voice echoing throughout the Chongde Hall.

"Whether what the Fifth Prince said is true or false, you know better than anyone else," the Emperor said, pointing to the dragon throne beneath him. "Isn't this exactly what you're after?"

"They are weak, so you take the opportunity to kill them. Have you ever thought that they are your brothers and sisters?"

"You are so ambitious and treacherous. If I tolerate you today, the descendants of Yunhan will follow your example and kill each other for the throne."

Xie Yan sneered. He was truly determined to kill him. The Fifth Prince's crime had not yet been determined, yet he was already eager to punish him.

His Highness's officials were all dumbfounded.

The Emperor took a breath, his eyes flashing like a ferocious beast, filled with murderous intent: "Prince Jing, you plotted to usurp the throne, throw him into the Imperial Prison!!"

The entire city was shocked and fell silent, everyone's face filled with fear.

What's wrong with Your Majesty?

Why such violence?

How could Prince Jing be convicted without even sufficient evidence?

Clearly, the Fifth Prince's charge of assassinating the Sixth Prince has been established, and there are witnesses.

As for Prince Jing, it was just a report from the Fifth Prince, and then the Emperor said he knew about it too, and that was the end of it!

Imperial Censor Zhang was the first to step forward, pleading, "Your Majesty, please calm your anger. The matter of Prince Jing has not yet been investigated thoroughly; you cannot sentence him so hastily!"

"Imperial Censor Zhang, do I need your judgment on my decisions?" The Emperor stared at him with sharp eyes.

It was a sense of intimidation that since he was about to die, he might as well bring along someone to be buried alive with him.

He is the master of this world; life and death are in his hands.

The saying "Serving a ruler is like serving a tiger" is never a lie.

Imperial Censor Zhang frowned. If anything happened to Prince Jing, none of them would be able to escape.

So he steeled himself and faced the challenge head-on: "I just feel that it's too rushed, and we must go through..."

"Hasty? How much longer do you think I have left to live?" the emperor interrupted him, questioning, "I fear that before I die, no one in this world will be able to subdue him."

"Guards! Take Grand Commandant Shen and Prince Jing away, and this Imperial Censor Zhang, strip him of his official rank and await further instructions."

The Chongde Hall fell silent instantly.

Imperial Censor Zhang was stripped of his official position after offering only a few words of advice!

Who wouldn't be scared!

Who dares to object?!

"I'm exhausted!" the Emperor said, as if he could no longer bear it. "Go and fetch the medicine!"

There was no response for a long time inside the main hall.

There were no guards to escort Xie Yan, nor were there any palace servants to bring medicine; it was as if everything had come to a standstill.

The Emperor keenly sensed that something was amiss.

The officials also noticed something was wrong and looked around in surprise.

"What's wrong? What's going on?"

"Yes? Why is no one entering the hall?"

The Fifth Prince realized what was happening, pointed at him, and asked incredulously, "Prince Jing, you've taken the palace guards outside hostage?"

Upon hearing this, everyone's expression changed drastically.

Prince Jing is planning a coup!

Xie Yan remained calm and composed, waving his hand dismissively.

Immediately, a large number of guards entered Chongde Hall, armed with weapons, and marched in an orderly and disciplined manner like soldiers.

The Chongde Hall was immediately surrounded by a dense crowd.

“Prince Jing, you must not!” an official warned.

Once it happens, it will happen again, and officials have been trying to dissuade them.

Prime Minister Li kowtowed and wept as he remonstrated, his voice trembling: "Your Highness Prince Jing! To stage a coup and plot to usurp the throne in the Chongde Hall is an unforgivable crime!"

"Your Highness, as a member of the imperial family, should abide by the laws of your ancestors and fulfill the duties of a subject. If you insist on doing so, it will inevitably lead to infighting among the imperial family members, and Your Highness will be branded as a traitor and rebellious subject, condemned for eternity!"

Zhang Taichang also knelt down and advised, "Your Highness, please reconsider! Although His Majesty has made a decision, Your Highness can submit a memorial to defend yourself, or ask all officials to jointly plead for leniency. Why take such a risky step?"

"Your Highness Prince Jing! The emperor, as the supreme ruler, should receive the mandate of heaven, not resort to force or coercion!"

"If you insist on seizing power today, the court and the people will be shaken. Even if you secure the throne, it will be difficult to pacify the people. Future historians will surely etch the word 'usurper' into your life. Your Highness, do not make a mistake that will cause you eternal regret!"

The hall was in an uproar; those who jumped out to oppose him were from other factions.

"Shut up!" Xie Yan shouted sternly, his expression contemptuous as he addressed the group of sycophants.

He had just been convicted by the Emperor, and everyone was silent as if trembling with fear, but now he was able to speak eloquently and defend himself.

"Who said I was plotting to usurp the throne?" He scanned the hall. "I'm here to deal with the Fifth Prince, who murdered the Sixth Prince, and my Queen."

"For this reason alone, I will make him deserve his punishment."

"Guards! Tie up the Fifth Prince!"

"Xie Yan, how dare you?" The Emperor clutched his chest, his face turning pale, and his eyes instantly becoming bloodshot.

Xie Yan turned around, looking at the emperor on the throne with amusement, "Your Majesty, why do you think I dare not?"

"Isn't this the result you wanted to see?" he said with a cold smile.

"The sixth prince was injured, the fifth prince was imprisoned, and Prince Jing died."

"Kill me, and the thing you've been trying to hide will be hidden forever."

The emperor's face changed drastically. He clutched his chest, his lips trembled, and his eyes widened as if they were about to pop out of their sockets.

The veins on his forehead and neck bulged, his expression was contorted with pain, and his face turned from blue to purple.

A hissing sound came from his throat, as if he wanted to say something, but then his body fell straight down.