In an instant, the situation further deteriorated, completely spiraling out of control...
The Eastern Hegemon and the newly appointed Crown Prince tore off all pretense, engaging in open combat. Where this would ultimately lead, no one could predict.
The high-ranking members of the Royal Family all feared taking the wrong side and suffering the consequences. Kneeling now was their wisest choice—to remain neutral and stay out of the fray!
"What are you all frozen for? The Emperor is incompetent! The Dongying Imperial Family will temporarily be under my command. Everyone, charge forward at all costs and take down Chen Tang!"
The Fourth Prince had completely lost it. He even dared to slap his own father—what else was there to fear?
With a twisted expression, he pulled out a dagger and held it to the Eastern Hegemon's neck. Speaking while retreating into the hall with the Ninth Imperial Uncle, he dragged the Eastern Hegemon along as a hostage.
