A change of emperor would, frankly, affect the vast majority of factions.
Nowadays, nearly every faction had grown close—some exceptionally close—to one of the three branches of the Imperial Family.
Think about it: there were currently twelve princes and three princesses, fifteen people in total. These three princesses were also competing for the position of Emperor, though not many people favored them. After all, female emperors were still rare. The current Empress was truly an exception; she was simply too formidable.
So, how were you supposed to choose sides?
Within the same faction, who knew How Many People had come to Win Over them?
Now think about it: if you agreed to support one of those fifteen princes or princesses, but the one who ultimately ascended the throne was not them, What To Do then?
Wouldn't you be completely finished?
So, to be safe, they could not agree lightly unless they believed that person was the most likely candidate. Of course, there were indeed a few who fit that description.
As for Su Family Fortress, it was a powerful force, but it did not want to be targeted by the Emperor in the future either. After all, the Emperor's power was still immense.
Thus, Su Family Fortress chose the safest approach: neutrality! They would support no one. Frankly speaking, for the time being, they did not lack the benefits offered by any prince or princess.
"Since Su Family Fortress cannot be approached, quite a few have come looking for This Venerable as well."
Su Yuning said thoughtfully.
"Then, Miss..."
"It was precisely because This Matter had been giving me headaches recently that I found an excuse to inspect the various branch associations and left this place. For now, they cannot find me."
Su Yuning said.
"That is true."
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