As Long as You Live, Good Things Will Happen

Heaven Dou Empire, Heaven Dou Palace.

Xue Ye sat behind his desk, his eyes bloodshot and sunken, making him look several years older, his face full of sorrow.

He sat there silently, a memorial in his hand, but his eyes were not on it; instead, they were fixed on something in front of him, as if he were lost in thought.

The officials below all bowed their heads, not daring to utter a sound.

They all knew that since Crown Prince Xue Qinghe disappeared, His Majesty's temperament had become somewhat unpredictable, and the slightest carelessness could provoke his wrath.

The silence lasted for a long time before one of the ministers finally stepped forward, cupped his hands, and spoke.

"Your Majesty... I have something to report."

Xue Ye's gaze shifted slightly, then his eyes fell upon the minister, and he slowly spoke.

"Explain."

The official cleared his throat and then spoke cautiously.

"Your Majesty, the Fourth Prince's behavior has improved recently, and he is handling matters with great order and method. I believe he can be promoted from acting Crown Prince to the official Crown Prince."

After these words were spoken, the atmosphere in the palace became subtle, and of course, several ministers nodded in agreement.

"Yes, Your Majesty. Your Majesty's tireless work day and night has already damaged your foundation. Now is the time to properly nurture the Fourth Prince Fourth Prince, so that he may become a wise ruler in the future..."

When Xue Ye heard this, a surge of anger suddenly welled up in his bloodshot eyes.

He slammed his fist on the desk beside him.

Bang!

"Where is Qinghe?!"

Xue Ye's voice was filled with anger. When mentioning wise rulers, Xue Ye always thought of Xue Qinghe, after all, Xue Qinghe was the best prince he had raised.

This was the culmination of years of hard work, and... it just vanished like that? Such a grown person? It's utterly absurd!

This angry shout made all the officials present tremble.

Xue Ye rarely showed such anger in the past; most of the time he was quite calm and composed.

The official was so frightened by the angry shout that he immediately knelt down, his voice trembling.

"Return... report to Your Majesty..."

"His Highness the Crown Prince... there's still no news..."

"We have thoroughly investigated the entire Heaven Dou Empire, sending people to even the smallest villages, but we have found no trace of His Highness the Crown Prince."

When Xue Ye heard this, his anger intensified.

He suddenly stood up, his eyes filled with complex emotions—anger, worry, and helplessness.

Just then, a figure emerged from the crowd—it was Xue Beng.

Xue Beng's gaze fell on Xue Ye, and then he slowly asked.

"Father Emperor..."

"Am I really incapable?"

"Why... why only the eldest brother?"

When Xue Beng said these words, his voice carried a hint of grievance and resentment.

"Your subject is also Father Emperor's son..."

"Your subject also wishes to shoulder the great responsibility for the current Heaven Dou Empire!"

When Xue Ye heard this, his gaze fell on Xue Beng, and his expression became even more complicated. To be honest, compared to Xue Beng, Xue Ye still felt it would be better to pass the throne to Xue Ke. Of course, Xue Ye remained silent for the time being.

At that moment, Prince Xue Xing stepped forward, cupped his hands, and spoke.

"Your Majesty, I believe we should prepare for both possibilities."

"The Heaven Dou Empire currently needs a new Crown Prince who can stabilize the situation. If we can find a new Crown Prince in the future, then... the Fourth Prince can naturally be replaced."

Prince Xue Xing paused at this point, then continued.

"His Highness the Crown Prince is renowned for his benevolence, methods, and character; His Highness the Fourth Prince is indeed no match for him."

"However, His Highness the Fourth Prince is currently making efforts to improve."

"Your Majesty, please give the Fourth Prince a chance."

When Xue Beng first heard Prince Xue Xing say, "The position of Crown Prince can naturally be changed again," his heart skipped a beat.

Upon hearing the following words, he quickly realized what was happening, then bowed respectfully and spoke earnestly to Xue Ye.

"Father Emperor, I will definitely study hard!"

"I will absolutely not let my Father Emperor down!"

Xue Ye's gaze swept over Xue Beng and Prince Xue Xing, his expression revealing a complex mix of emotions.

He remained silent for a long time, his fingers tapping lightly on the desk.

In the end, he sighed helplessly.

"Since that's the case..."

"From this day forward... Xue Beng will accompany me in handling state affairs."

Upon hearing these words, a flash of surprise appeared in Xue Beng's eyes, and he quickly bowed in greeting.

"Thank you, Father Emperor!"

Xue Ye didn't look at him again, but turned to look at his ministers below, his voice becoming colder.

"By imperial decree, dispatch men to infiltrate the Star Luo Empire and find Qinghe at all costs!"

Upon hearing this, the officials below exchanged bewildered glances.

Someone couldn't help but ask a question.

"Your Majesty... do you suspect that His Highness the Crown Prince has been kidnapped by the Star Luo Empire?"

Xue Ye snorted coldly, his voice filled with anger.

"The sons of the Star Luo Empire Emperor are all useless; they must be jealous that my Heaven Dou Empire has such a good heir!"

"Who else could it be but them?!"

Xue Ye naturally couldn't doubt Shrek Academy. No matter how outstanding Xue Qinghe was, he knew that Xue Qinghe couldn't compare to the students of the Shrek Academy.

Furthermore, Shrek Academy and their Heaven Dou Empire have no enmity whatsoever.

Then... it can only be the Star Luo Empire.

Damn the Star Luo Empire.

The Xue Ye's eyes surged with an extremely intense killing intent, one he had never felt before.

However, there is currently no evidence. If I were to gather evidence, I would surely make sure that Star Luo Empire suffers a terrible fate!

Xue Ye was in a terrible mood. He had naturally seen the changes in Xue Beng, but no matter how much Xue Beng changed, it could never compare to Xue Qinghe.

Furthermore, Xue Beng was far from mature enough in handling certain matters; we can only wait and see if it can be improved later.

Xue Ye was well aware that his lifespan was running out.

At the very least, it would be virtually impossible for them to live long enough to raise the next prince.

He could only sigh silently in his heart.

Hopefully, the Xue Beng won't drag the Heaven Dou Empire into the abyss.

As long as Xue Beng doesn't become enemies with the Shrek Academy, everything will be fine.

With such an academy in place, the battle between the Star Luo Empire and the Heaven Dou Empire will not easily break out.