Something was wrong...very wrong!
He couldn't pinpoint the specific reason, but the entire event was unfolding in a bizarre manner.
The Guard Commander, who was always calm and collected, had been the leader who opposed Princess Zi Yue's merger back then. He had undergone a similar experience himself, which reduced his persuasive power, and ultimately he had compromised under the majority's opinion. But he knew very well that, ever since he could remember, the Guard Commander had always been wary of Zi Yue.
On several occasions concerning how to deal with Zi Yue, he had chosen to prioritize assassination or imprisonment, but due to Zi Yue's significant contributions and her royal status, it had eventually turned into mere surveillance without any abrupt actions.
But no matter what, it would be unthinkable to hand over half of the elite guard's command to her so easily, wouldn't it?
However, the Deputy General wouldn't lie…
