"Royal Brother, why not let me lead the troops? With me watching them, these people wouldn't dare to engage in deception and subterfuge." Mingyu thought for a moment, then requested permission to lead the troops.
"Forget it, you are my own brother, and my last resort. I won't let you go unless absolutely necessary. There are so many generals in the Imperial Court, why should it have to be you leading the army?" The Emperor rejected Mingyu's proposal. The Emperor had no intention of being wary of Mingyu; he simply did not want his only brother to be in danger.
"Besides, isn't Jingxian pregnant again? Are you willing to let her stay in the capital city, anxious and fearful for her delivery?" The Emperor looked at his younger brother, his heart recalling the instructions his mother gave on her deathbed. Her only request had been for him to take good care of Mingyu.
