The Human Emperor had died.
The upheaval his death caused went far beyond a prince succeeding to the throne.
Great Zhao had remained stable.
Because the Human Emperor was there.
Now that the Human Emperor had died, Yan Caizhe dared not imagine what would become of the Thirteen Prefectures of Great Zhao.
Even complete fragmentation.
Was within his expectations.
While the Human Emperor lived, only Gu Changqing, backed by the Demon Race, had dared to rebel.
As for the others.
Even if they harbored thoughts of rebellion, they had not dared to act rashly.
But now—
With the Human Emperor dead, there was no telling whether the other prefectures would remain loyal to the Imperial Court.
Moreover.
Even within his own faction, Yan Caizhe could not be certain that everyone was loyal to Great Zhao.
Everything.
Had changed because of the Human Emperor's death.
Ke Yucheng asked gravely, "Are we still going to war with Gu Changqing?"
Before the Human Emperor's death.
He would never have asked such a question.
But now.
He had no choice but to ask.
If they fought Gu Changqing at a time like this, losses would be inevitable, regardless of victory or defeat.
Given the current situation.
Heavy losses to their army would certainly be bad news.
As his words fell.
Several people's expressions shifted slightly, and different thoughts began stirring in their minds.
Yan Caizhe swept his fierce gaze around the room and said coldly, "Though His Majesty has passed away, we remain subjects of Great Zhao. Once the prince ascends the throne, Great Zhao will still be the rightful ruler of the realm.
"I advise you all to think certain matters through carefully.
"For years, rumors have circulated that His Majesty was nearing the end of his lifespan. With his capabilities, he would