In the end, Yu Yan didn't finish the rest of his words that day.
His and Mu Yungui's friendship had lasted so many years. Rather than master and servant, they were more like confidants. He was regarded as a confidant, and yet he wanted that person's marking. How could he say such stuff?
Yu Yan still wanted his pride.
But in any case, this matter could be considered as settled.
A few days later, Meng Changzhou really proposed his intention to resign and return to his hometown to the Yan emperor, on the grounds of his advanced age.
On the day his family left Jiang Du, Yu Yan personally went to the city gate to see him off.
It was just after New Year's Eve. According to Meng Changzhou's wishes, he would set off now, just in time to return to his hometown before the Spring Festival.
"You're already leaving. Is Lord Meng still unwilling to tell me who instigated you?" Yu Yan asked Meng Changzhou away from the crowd.
"This old man has resigned, and cannot offend this reputable sir anymore."
Meng Changzhou changed into plain clothes, and his spirit looked much better than before.
In the distance, a young woman was holding her infant child, pacing back and forth, seemingly wanting to put the child to sleep before setting off.
Inside the carriage, there were noises of females chatting and faint laughter.
A few people gathered around the carriage, doing the final salute count.
It was bustling but also rather harmonious.
Meng Changzhou retracted his gaze and said, "Furthermore, the answer is not important to Your Second Highness, isn't it?"
"His Majesty has not established an heir until now. If Your Highness wants to ascend to a high position, then every prince is your obstacle. Similarly, in the eyes of the other princes, you are also a hindrance."
"...Since they are all enemies, is there any difference between who made the first move?"
Yu Yan was silent for a moment, and smiled. "Since Lord Meng said that, do you think that this Highness will conduct fratricidal?"
Meng Changzhou did not answer.
Yu Yan repeated, "Let's change the question. Among these princes, who do you think is the most suitable to lead?"
Under the knee of Emperor Yan, there were four sons and two daughters. The third princess has married far away, and the sixth princess was young. The remaining four have a higher chance of competing for the throne.
Meng Changzhou responded instantly. "The eldest prince is good at planning. The fourth prince is good at martial arts. The fifth prince has the support of the queen. All are likely."
Yu Yan: "..."
So it's only him who was unworthy.
"It's just..." Meng Changzhou's conversation made a u-turn. "The fourth prince's war skills are first-class, but he is a little inferior in terms of political affairs. The fifth prince is still young and his aspiration is elsewhere. Looking at this...."
Yu Yan: "Only the eldest imperial brother is left."
Meng Changzhou didn't say anything, only bowed to Yu Yan. "I have said everything here, and I hope your Highness will take care."
"Lord Meng should take care of your body too." Yu Yan patted his shoulder and said in a low voice, "I'm still waiting for the day you see me ascend the throne of God with your own eyes."
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