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Chapter 615: Prince (II)

Wang Jin, however, was not as filial and obedient as he used to be. He said, "Father is seriously injured. The imperial physician has told him to rest and recuperate and not worry. In the past few days, all those who wanted to visit him have been stopped."

"If Prince Wu'an has anything important to say, it's better to wait until father's injury gets better. It's really inappropriate to worry about father's condition now."

Wu'an County Prince did not expect Wang Jin to hit a hard nail on him first, and he was quite unhappy. However, he knew that Prime Minister Wang loved and valued his youngest son the most. If he wanted to gain the full support of Prime Minister Wang and the Wang family, he must not make enemies with Wang Jin.

Therefore, not only was he not angry, he also said: "The Prime Minister is so blessed that Wang Sheren is so filial and considerate."

Prime Minister Wang sighed: "My son looks docile, but he actually has a stubborn temper."

Then, with a stern face, he said, "You don't want to listen to me now? Get out!"

Wang Jin had no choice but to get up and leave. Before leaving, he said, "I can guess the purpose of Wu'an County Prince's visit without you telling me. I advise the county prince not to wade into muddy waters. Wait until the emperor's funeral is over and the new emperor ascends the throne, then return to the vassal state safely and continue to be a carefree prince."

Of course, Wu'an County Prince didn't listen to a word of these words. His mind was full of the throne, and he didn't take the words of Wang Jin, a young boy, seriously at all.

After the door was closed, the Prince of Wu'an even smiled at Prime Minister Wang and said, "Wang Silang is almost twenty years old, but he has not been infected by the officialdom. He has an open temperament and speaks directly."

Prime Minister Wang was very protective of his son. He often complained about his son's shortcomings. When he heard the mocking tone of Prince Wu'an, he felt unhappy and said indifferently, "He has such a temper. It's only because I, his biological father, protect him. Otherwise, he would have been beaten to a pulp long ago."

The Prince of Wu'an was not very good at reading people's faces, so he took over the conversation: "The Prime Minister must take good care of his injuries and get well soon. The Daliang court cannot do without the Prime Minister, and the Wang family needs the Prime Minister as the backbone. Wang Silang is still a little young and immature, and he can't take on the heavy responsibility now!"

Prime Minister Wang: "..."

An idea suddenly flashed through Prime Minister Wang's mind. Given the character of the Prince of Wu'an, if he really ascended the throne, how much benefit would he give to the Wang family? Would he let Wang Jin be the Prime Minister in the future?
If there is no generous reward, why would the Wang family work for the Prince of Wu'an?

Prince Wu'an realized something from Prime Minister Wang's introspective gaze, and immediately said, "Prime Minister, you and I have known each other for decades, and we both know each other's temper. I do have a quick temper, but I will definitely do what I promised."

"As long as Prime Minister Wang is willing to support me in my fight for the throne, I will give all of Jiangnan to the Wang family after I ascend the throne. Wang Sheren is young now, and in ten years or so, the position of Prime Minister of Daliang will be his."

Prime Minister Wang cares most about two things: the honor and wealth of the Wang family, and the fame and future of his children and grandchildren.

The promise made by Prince Wu'an really touched Prime Minister Wang's heart.

Prime Minister Wang did not respond immediately. He pondered for a moment before slowly saying, "In terms of bloodline, Prince Ping has the most advantages. In terms of youth and strength, Prince Huaiyang is better than the Prince of the County. There is also an ambitious Princess Nanyang by his side. It will be difficult for the Prince of the County to fight for the throne."

Prince Wu'an also spoke very honestly: "It is precisely because the difficulties are so great that I came to ask for the support of the Prime Minister."

Prime Minister Wang considered for a long time and said, "Let me think about it for a while."

If you don't refuse outright, there is room for negotiation.

Prince Wu'an secretly breathed a sigh of relief, whispered a few words to Prime Minister Wang, and then quietly pushed the door open and left. Wang Jin had been guarding outside the door, and it was unknown how much he heard through the thick door.

Prince Wu'an smiled at Wang Jin deliberately to show his goodwill.

Wang Jin's expression was indifferent, neither cold nor hot.

……

At five o'clock the next morning, Wang Jin entered the mourning hall.

The funeral had been going on for a month, and now the officials were kneeling in front of the spirit in the daytime and resting at night. Only a few people actually stayed up all night to keep vigil.

Jiang Shaohua slept for two hours at night. Perhaps because of insufficient sleep, his face was not as rosy as usual. Changning Earl Cui Du was guarding Jiang Shaohua, with some worry in his eyes, but more of heartache. I don't know what he whispered, and Jiang Shaohua shook his head slightly.

When a husband and wife are together, they have a tacit understanding that is difficult for others to understand.

Wang Jin had something important to tell her, so he stepped forward and whispered, "I have something to tell the princess."

Jiang Shaohua nodded slightly.

Cui Du took a few steps to the side and turned his head away considerately.

Wang Jin whispered quickly, "At midnight last night, the Prince of Wu'an came to see my father. I don't know what they said specifically."

Jiang Shaohua thanked him in a low voice: "I see, thank you very much."

Then, he added: "Prince Huaiyang went to see Minister Zhang last night."

Huaiyang Wang's daughter Jiang Yuehua married Zhang Shangshu's son. Since they were in-laws, they naturally had some interactions. However, at this sensitive time, why did Huaiyang Wang meet with Zhang Shangshu in the middle of the night?
Wang Jin frowned and couldn't help but sighed: "Father is seriously injured and can't afford it, so Minister Zhang's mind became active."

Zhang Shangshu is the backbone of the Prime Minister's Party. Now that Prime Minister Wang has fallen, Zhang Shangshu is ready to take over from Prime Minister Wang and become the next Prime Minister of Daliang.

Jiang Shaohua glanced at Wang Jin and said calmly, "This is just the beginning."

The succession of the throne was sometimes smooth, sometimes eventful, and sometimes accompanied by blood and gore.

Emperor Taihe died suddenly, and Prince Ping was in such a situation. It was normal for the princes to have ideas about the throne. Even among the court officials, few supported the silly eight-year-old Jiang Hao.

The vast territory and the supreme throne, who could not be tempted if they had the strength to fight for it?

Wang Jin raised his eyes and looked at Jiang Shaohua. Jiang Shaohua's look seemed light and flirtatious, but it also contained a sharpness that was different from before.

A vague thought suddenly flashed through Wang Jin's mind.

This idea is really too shocking!

Even with Wang Jin's affection and firm support for the princess, he was shocked at the thought of this possibility.

Jiang Shaohua seemed not to notice the shock in Wang Jin's eyes: "No matter what, let's finish the emperor's funeral first. All other matters will be discussed and decided after the funeral is over."

Wang Jin took a deep breath and said, "The princess is right."

……

In Jingyang Palace.

Empress Dowager Zheng was in a daze, but after hearing the news reported by Eunuch Zhao, she immediately sobered up and angrily shouted, "Prince Wu'an! Prince Huaiyang!"

"The emperor hasn't even been buried yet, and they're already eyeing the throne."

"Bah! As long as I am still alive, they will never get what they want!"

To the ministers, as long as the person sitting on the throne was surnamed Jiang, it made little difference. But to the Empress Dowager Zheng, it made a world of difference.

This throne must belong to her grandson Jiang Hao, no one else can lay their hands on it!