Shang Bo explained, "After the destruction of the imperial city, a lot of changes in the Empire. The Shang Dynasty is going to be portioned into two empires, the Northern Phoenix Empire is going to be ruled by the Third Brother and the Southern Phoenix Empire is going to be ruled by the Eldest Brother. Brother Lu thinks that this will ensure stability in the region while Father thinks that it could actually generate hatred within his own family for generations. But, he was helpless as Eldest Brother already promised Brother Lu to give a portion of his empire after he gets the throne. Not to mention, in this current situation, we need his help more than ever."
"Hmm, I see…" Li Xue nodded in understanding before something suddenly clicked in her head. "By the way, how did you escape alive? I thought everyone stuck in the imperial city died."