The hall fell silent.
No one spoke. Only the Fifth Prince's lingering voice echoed.
The Fifth Prince's action did not arouse resentment, as he directly expressed himself and didn't conceal dark schemes while appearing calm. Instead, he requested a battle in a straightforward and honorable manner.
His words were reasonable, and he also acknowledged the Seventh Prince's mistake and death.
Indeed, as he said, being the elder brother of the Seventh Prince, if he remained indifferent to the news of his brother's death, there would undoubtedly be inner turmoil.
Especially considering that the bonds of family formed the foundation of unity, it made it even harder for anyone to say much more on the matter.
Hence, even the Human Emperor chose not to speak. Clearly, the right to choose was given to Xu Qing.
Xu Qing looked at the Fifth Prince.
