Chapter 606 - Chapter 606: Chapter 593: Delight (1/2)

Chapter 606: Chapter 593: Delight

However, even though Chu Yunhe committed this act, he never informed his confidant, Mr. Wei, in advance. Therefore, when questioned by Mr. Wei about the failed endeavor, Chu Yunhe felt a pang of guilty.

He didn’t even dare to admit it.

“Judging by your reaction, I suppose I don’t need to ask.” Mr. Wei leaned back, folding his arms across his chest, “What did the First Prince feel after the act?”

Chu Yunhe was already distraught and guilty due to his failure to kill Chu Yunzhao. Now, Mr. Wei’s questioning made him even more uneasy, and he admitted with a hoarse voice, “I realize now that I made a mistake. I should not have ordered the assassination of Chu Yunzhao at that time.”

Otherwise, he wouldn’t be plagued by rumors in the capital city now.

“First Prince, indeed you made a mistake, but not in trying to kill Chu Yunzhao.” Mr. Wei said.

“Oh?” Chu Yunhe was taken aback for a minute, he bowed slightly to Mr. Wei, “I don’t understand Mr. Wei’s meaning.”

“Two tigers can’t share the same mountain, it’s in your nature as a royal prince to strive for the throne – a true display of imperial dominance. Therefore, ordering the assassination of Fourth Prince was not wrong in the least.”

Mr. Wei shot a quick glance at Chu Yunhe and continued, “But you were wrong to pull out too early. Although the Fourth Prince was not harmed, Chu Jinnian was seriously injured, and the Fourth Prince must have been in tremendous chaos with all his attention focused on Chu Jinnian. With the journey back to the capital being a long one, had you sent more men at the time, you surely could have found the right opportunity to take the Fourth Prince’s life.”

“So, the First Prince’s downfall was due to his leniency. I understand that the First Prince has a benevolent heart, but many times, that doesn’t help at all. What you hold in your hands is the most important.”

“Mr. Wei is absolutely right.” After listening to Mr. Wei, Chu Yunhe felt his words made sense, and he hurriedly said, “From now on, I will listen to Mr. Wei’s words and not make decisions rashly.”

The more Chu Yunhe thought about it, the more regret he felt. He regretted why he didn’t discuss this matter with Mr. Wei first.

If he had properly consulted with Mr. Wei from the beginning, the whole nation would undoubtedly be mourning by now.

With these thoughts in mind, Chu Yunhe sighed.

Mr. Wei watched Chu Yunhe, a look of scorn flitting through the corner of his smile.

Chu Yunhe was intrinsically dull and indecisive, always going along with other people’s decisions, truly not a wise ruler.

However, precisely because he’s not a wise ruler, if he were to be placed in that position, it would surely allow Mr. Wei to gain everything he desired. If he controlled the emperor, he could influence the lords. Why not?

And even if the First Prince’s power diminishes and he ultimately fails to ascend to the throne, no matter who becomes the emperor, Mr. Wei, as a veteran minister, won’t be severely punished which could potentially lead to criticisms against the emperor’s narrow-mindedness resulting in a loss of public support. Mr. Wei can conveniently change the strings and preserve his status and position.

That is to say, if he goes forward, he will be above everyone else. Even if he retreats, he won’t lose much. Hence, Mr. Wei felt that he could certainly gamble a little.

“The First Prince need not regret so much. There will be plenty of opportunities in the future.” Mr. Wei said, “The most urgent issue right now is how to get back in the emperor’s good graces.”

“The emperor is in his prime, and the other princes will gradually grow up. The First Prince’s opponent has not been limited to the Fourth Prince. Instead of targeting each one, it would be better to seek the emperor’s favor and solidify your own position.”

“But, how can I win the emperor’s favor?” Chu Yunhe was immediately troubled.