The imperial army had already closed in on the Forbidden City, and the Emperor sat upon his dragon throne, awaiting the arrival of the rebel forces.
Inside the palace, all the princes were gathered, save for the Second Prince. Xuanyuan Ling’s eyes flickered as he observed the scene, his thoughts unreadable.
"Do any of you have something to say?" the Emperor suddenly asked, looking toward the princes gathered below. He turned his gaze to the Crown Prince. "Crown Prince, you speak first."
Chapter 192