Because the prince consort knew how to conduct himself and how to be a good official, all the ministers in the court had high hopes for him. After all, the princess was the current emperor's own sister—his full-blooded sister!
With such a status, Chen Yuan was seen as having the potential to become the Chief Minister.
"You all overpraise me, my lords. This is merely my duty," Chen Yuan responded modestly, though he concealed his true intentions.
Today, he had a significant scheme to reveal!
"Hmph, just wait! If today's plan succeeds, it'll be like grabbing them by the throat."
On the surface, the prince consort appeared harmless, but beneath that facade, murderous intent surged within him.
As he entered the grand hall, the officials had already taken their seats.
Even the ever-mysterious and unpredictable Grand Commander of the Immortal-Slaying Tower had arrived early.
His presence puzzled many.
