The Second Prince had not found any immortal herb capable of extending one's lifespan in the East Sea.
However, this did not affect his plans.
If he found an immortal herb in the East Sea and prolonged his imperial father's life, his standing in his father's heart would rise. He might even surpass his elder brother and be appointed Crown Prince.
If he failed to find an immortal herb, that would not matter either. His imperial father would still see his filial devotion. Compared to his elder brother, who had done nothing at all, that was likewise an advantage.
Moreover, going to the East Sea had truly been dangerous. The battle between two immortals in the Dragon Palace could have killed him with the slightest collateral damage. After experiencing such peril, his imperial father could not possibly remain unmoved.
Therefore, whether he found an immortal herb was unimportant. What mattered was that he had gone to the East Sea.
Even so, after he returned, he waited for a year. His imperial father's body grew increasingly emaciated, yet he still did not appoint a Crown Prince. This inevitably made him somewhat anxious.
It so happened that Lu Yang later arrived in the Imperial City. Relying on their friendship from the East Sea, he invited Lu Yang to his residence for a chat and to build their relationship. Having Lu Yang help him ascend the throne was only natural.
Few people knew that the Second Prince was a meticulous man.
"Hmm, the second son of the Jiang Family wants to invite This Immortal over?" After receiving the invitation, the Immortal Fairy felt that the Imperial City was truly lively. She received invitations every day. Apart from the second son of the Jiang Family's invitation, invitations from many scholars and literary men