"First, the Emperor suspected that I had connections with the Third Prince and the General Manor. Then, he suspected ties to the Public House and the Crown Prince."
"At this point, he may even entertain suspicions that I was dispatched by the remnants of the previous dynasty!"
"I must admit, it's truly a trying task being an emperor like him!"
If he had known of the extent of the emperor's erratic behavior, he would have allowed the Eighth Imperial Uncle to assume power and deal with the Crown Prince. However, if the Eighth Imperial Uncle had taken the reins at that juncture, they might have found themselves ensnared by the Jiang family's influence. Whether he and his wife would still be together in such circumstances was uncertain.
Thankfully, his astuteness enabled him to stage a convincing performance, ultimately securing the transfer order to leave the capital. From that point forward, they could relish a life of freedom and contentment with his wife.
