"Xue Beng... I know you're dissatisfied with your elder brother and father, but you can't just casually speak of rebellion!"
Prince Xue Xing was greatly startled, but he immediately spoke sternly.
He did not take Xue Beng's words seriously at all. Apart from himself, Xue Beng currently had—
No other forces. With only the few soldiers in his hands—
What could he use to rebel? What could Xue Beng use to compete with Xue Qinghe for the throne?
"Uncle, you've always cared for me since I was young. I only survived until today thanks to you."
"No matter what you choose in the end, I'll always be grateful for everything you've done for me."
As Xue Beng spoke, he knelt directly and solemnly kowtowed three times to Xue Xing.
Over the years, this uncle had truly cared for him attentively. He had been closer to him than his own father!
He had survived entirely because of this uncle's help.
"Xue Beng, what happened? Why are you performing such a grand gesture?"
"And judging by how serious you are, what exactly are you planning? Are you really going to rebel?!"
Prince Xue Xing's expression immediately turned panicked. He hurried forward, intending to help Xue Beng up.
But Xue Beng remained on his knees and refused to rise.
"Uncle, I'll apologize to you first. But don't worry, I won't harm Father, nor will I harm you."
"Once everything has settled, the two of you can peacefully retire in the palace."
Xue Beng looked up at Prince Xue Xing. He was apologizing, but there was not the slightest hesitation in his eyes.
At this point, he had no chance to retreat. He could only see this path through to the end.
After Xue Beng finished speaking, Dugu Bo moved, though he did not