First Step: Taking Control of the Harbor District (Six)

"Thank you, Yu Heng."

He Caitou gave a slight bow, then told the three presidents the good news.

Perhaps they had expected it all along, because they were not overly surprised. Instead, they let out a sigh of relief.

"We finally got to the heart of the matter. We thought Frost Dragon Butterfly had truly fallen for it and wanted to kill the Harbor Port official."

After all, it was far too dangerous. Even if Jiang Yuheng was powerful enough, overthrowing the entire Sun Moon Empire and Xu Tianran's rule without any foundation would still be extremely difficult.

"Do the three of you think Yu Heng's idea isn't wrong? Personally, I believe a monarch needs to show both grace and authority. One must never kill people recklessly." He Caitou was already in his twenties, but he did not remember much about his family.

Only his father's teachings had remained etched in his mind.

As for ministers who harbored other intentions, it was enough to kill them—there was no need to hesitate. But when it came to ministers who benefited him, he should accept them if possible, saving himself a great deal of trouble.

The Harbor Port official had clearly shown an intention to defect. Since he had remained firm through several tests, it was indeed possible to take him in and formulate an appropriate plan in response.

The three presidents smiled and shook their heads.

President Mu spoke first. "You're still too young. Your understanding of the human heart is far too shallow."

"The reason the late emperor dared to say such things was that his prestige and methods had already reached an absolute peak. He did not need these superficial measures to consolidate his position."

"But Your Highness is different. Xu Tianran slaughtered your entire family, your foundation is