The Third Prince met with mishap, and the Emperor was furious in court.
"Murdering a prince is an unforgivable crime; I am too disappointed. If I catch the person behind this, I will ensure their life is worse than death!"
The officials shuddered under the Emperor's wrath.
Seizing the opportunity, the Emperor expressed his fondness for the Third Prince, saying that he was the most filial. Even in a life-threatening situation, he had thought of sending him a Christmas present, yet the gift was stained with blood.
The Emperor intended to take a direct approach now, wanting to cultivate the Third Prince in plain sight and let all ministers know of his favoritism towards him.
He wanted the ministers to understand that the Third Prince could also be a candidate for Crown Prince.
The Second Prince returned home and smashed a room full of porcelain, with a group of aides and Hidden Guard leaders kneeling on the ground, not daring to breathe.