Crisis

“I’m so glad that we wrapped up the war with a clear victory. There should be peace for a long while and the emperor is undoubtedly pleased,” Shin said with relief.

“Peace is a good thing…” Ren muttered.

“Who knows? Before we both know it, you’ll be sitting on the throne as the next emperor already. With this much achievement and acknowledgement, nothing can possibly go wrong. I can’t wait for you to take over as emperor,” Shin said with clear satisfaction.

“Watch what you say. You could get executed for saying things like that. I’m not in a rush to take over the throne from my father…” Ren warned.

“If I were you, I’ll want to succeed the emperor as soon as possible…before the opposition makes a ruckus…” Shin said grimly.

“I think they already have…” Ren said as his mood darkened.

“What is that?” Shin asked as he peered over at the paper that Ren was holding.

“An urgent summon from the emperor and the high court…” Ren replied followed by a sigh of annoyance.