She recalled what the Imperial Uncle had said just now: "No one in the harem may interfere in politics."
She began to waver over how she had discussed court affairs with her Royal Father all these years.
"No, Royal Father only found it highly unusual that she suddenly made such a change, so he wanted to test the waters."
Li Sang sighed helplessly. "What kind of person Royal Father is—don't you know?"
"The reason Royal Father has endured humiliation and compromised all these years was entirely for your sake: to put you on the throne and ensure that you could smoothly take over the affairs of state when you came of age."
Thinking of everything he had done for her over the years, Huang Ying immediately regretted her impulsive words and actions.
"Royal Father, it was my fault. I shouldn't have hurt you."
Li Sang reached out and gently patted her head in acceptance. "It's all right."
"But Ying'er, you must remember this: you are the person closest to Royal Father in this world. Royal Father only hopes that you'll be well and would never wish you harm. Do you understand?"
Huang Ying hurriedly nodded. "I understand."
*
Host, suspicion has arisen between the father and daughter. There'll be quite a show to watch from now on.
Although on the surface, the two of them had already reconciled,
as long as Li Sang continued interfering in state affairs again and again, Huang Ying would inevitably grow resentful of him.
The conflict between them would also grow deeper and deeper.
And someone like Li Sang—could he really endure doing nothing and focus solely on his little patch of harem territory?
Obviously, that was impossible.
Over the years, he had grown accustomed to keeping a close eye on court affairs and offering