Updated on 2012-12-20
"The reason is simple: Mushnikov also cultivates Lightning-Element Dou Qi. He and Lampard are from the same school, and their strength attributes and techniques are almost identical, making it very easy for enemies to discover the connection between them. Furthermore, wouldn't it be suspicious if a powerful expert at the Half Moon Class Great Perfection suddenly appeared in a small sixth-rank vassal state?"
Akinfeev suddenly understood after hearing this.
Indeed, those enemies back then were incredibly cunning and cruel. They would relentlessly investigate even the smallest flaw, no matter how small. Once they took action, they would quickly uncover the truth. Even if they couldn't prove it, in order to completely eliminate any doubts, the enemy might have completely destroyed Chambord City, preferring to kill ten thousand innocent people rather than let one guilty person go free.
For the safety of the third prince Mushnikov brothers dared not take any risks, so he had to do this without revealing the slightest flaw.
He would never have thought of such a comprehensive approach.
"What's even more remarkable is that junior brother Lampard truly embodies the spirit of a man who keeps his word. He could have withdrawn from the matter, but for Mushnikov's request, he resolutely abandoned his cultivation and stayed in a remote place like Chambord City for twenty years. Both of them can be considered extraordinary men of our time," Emperor Yassin sighed. "I have rarely admired anyone in my life, but these two are people I will never forget."
"So that's how it is." The Grand Knight was shocked and realized that he was far inferior to his elder brother who had been dead for many years. Whether in strength or wisdom, he was far inferior. Even his junior brother Lampard was not comparable to him. He sighed, "So there was such a tortuous story behind it. Fortunately, the Third Prince was spared. Now, the Golden Lion has been rewarded. He has rebuilt his Lightning-Element Dou Qi and with the Third Prince's support, he has leaped to become Quasi-Extreme Dao powerhouse. Every action he took was preordained. Without the accumulation and tempering of the past twenty years, I'm afraid he would not have been able to reach his current level."
"After Lampard's power dissipated, he suffered severe injuries and spent several years cultivating Water-Element Dou Qi to suppress his injuries, slowly reaching the Three-Star Class level. Unbeknownst to him, I had already discovered the whereabouts of the Third Prince. He still remembered his senior brother's instructions and came to the capital many times, trying to find an opportunity to explain everything to me. Unfortunately, the palace was heavily guarded, and he was unable to see him several times. Later, seeing the Third Prince gradually grow up and show signs of mental impairment, he worried that I would disown this son like a foolish emperor, so he gave up his efforts. However, he remained in Chambord City, taking care of the Third Prince. Later, by chance, they became sworn brothers of the old King of Chambord City. Even after the old King of Chambord City passed away, he remained in Chambord City. In truth, he was a great benefactor to my father and me."
Emperor Yassin spoke slowly and deliberately, his tone tinged with remorse.
"No wonder Your Majesty has always shown such care for Chambord City, whether openly or secretly. Three years ago, given Chambord City's national strength, its status as a vassal state should have been revoked, it should have been reduced to a manor, and its title stripped. Moreover, when Alexander was crowned King, Your Majesty even sent Princess Qin Ming to Chambord City to bestow the title. Later, during the Imperial Martial Combat Competition, the King of Chambord made several controversial and outrageous moves. Many nobles petitioned Your Majesty to impeach him, but Your Majesty suppressed the opinions of the crowd and never reprimanded or punished him. Your Majesty's visit now is truly a well-intentioned effort."
Akinfeev is now finally able to understand some things that he couldn't figure out before.
"Yes, back then, it was originally meant to compensate the third brother, so we let Natasha, the older sister, meet her brother. Who knew..." Emperor Yassin said with a hint of regret, "Who knew that Dominguez and Arshavin, those two rascals, would go so far as to fight each other during the investiture ceremony? I actually secretly went to the scene at the time. Fortunately, the third brother gave me a big surprise and solved the problem all by himself, so I didn't have to intervene personally."
"The Third Prince's restoration of his peerless genius physique is naturally no challenge for him. However, although the First and Second Princes have been fiercely competing and have used various tactics against each other, and there have been suspicions of them forming cliques and engaging in corrupt practices in recent years, they have always been extremely respectful and filial to Your Majesty, and have never overstepped their bounds. Such matters are unavoidable in the imperial family, so please do not take them too seriously, Your Majesty."
Akinfeev, who raised several princes and princesses, was a ruthless and iron-fisted man in the eyes of other nobles, but he always took great care of the children of Emperor Yassin, treating them as his own nephews and nieces, and showing them great affection. When Emperor Yassin mentioned the infighting between the two princes, fearing that he would be angry and reprimand the two princes, he couldn't help but speak up to comfort and defuse the situation.
Emperor Yassin smiled slightly. Perhaps it was because he had finally opened up to his youngest and most impulsive companion that he was in such a good mood today. He jokingly remarked, "How come the once reckless and desperate Sanlang can now comfort people?"
Akinfeev chuckled softly and remained silent.
Emperor Yassin nodded. "You're right. They are respectful and filial to their father, and they cooperate fully in times of national crisis. They are very clear about right and wrong, which makes me very satisfied. Actually, twenty years ago, my child with Julie went missing, and I was deeply shocked and filled with self-blame. Later, when the child was found, it touched me even more. I have five sons and six daughters. In the past, if they had fought so fiercely, I would have punished them severely. But since that incident, the father-son relationship has become much more important to me, so I have been able to turn a blind eye. I am the emperor and also a father. I hope they can understand my good intentions."
"So that's why His Majesty suddenly agreed to the Fourth Prince's request to take over the defense of the West Gate today." Akinfeev could understand a father's good intentions.
"Indeed, the fourth prince is useless and ambitious, how could I not know? He has made mistake after mistake, and I am very disappointed in him. However, he is still my son after all. No matter how disappointed I am, I cannot deny him a chance. I hope he can seize this opportunity to contribute to the empire. In the future, when the third prince inherits the throne, he can also tolerate him," Emperor Yassin sighed.
Akinfetefu, about to say something, when he suddenly understood the implied meaning of Emperor Yassin and exclaimed in surprise, "Your Majesty means... that the Third Prince should inherit the throne!"
"In terms of prestige, strength, character, magnanimity, and ability, my third son is undoubtedly the best. My eldest son, Arshavin, is a genius commander, but his mind is limited. My second son, Dominguez, is born out of wedlock and is too indifferent to command respect. My fourth son, Christo, is ambitious but unlikely to achieve great things. My fifth son, Tolbinsky, is unruly and unfit for great responsibility. Only this third son, Alexander, is most like me and is naturally capable of inheriting my position and legacy."
Emperor Yassin spoke with great self-satisfaction.
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