Chapter 247: Assassination of the Crown Prince <<<
"As for today's events, in the opinion of Eighth Prince, how confident are we?" Zhao Xuanji asked.
Li Yinhu stood up straight, then sat back down. After a moment of thought, he said: "In my opinion, about 60%."
With a slight smile, Zhao Xuanji said, "We've prepared so thoroughly. First, we stirred up the situation by provoking Duan Jinjiang, and then, using his name, we had him commit a major offense, resulting in the loss of all the soldiers of Nandan Camp. Is 60% enough?"
Li Yinhu said, "It's difficult at the General's Mansion."

With a slight clench of his fist, Li Yinhu stated: "One-third of the military's heart belongs to the court, one-third to the imperial family, and the remaining third to the Su family. These words are not mere idle talk."

"The god of war's prestige still lingered at the time. Even though it has only been a few years since his death, less than twenty years, the generals who were once supported, promoted, and protected by the god of war are now scattered throughout the country. Their loyalty remains usable, with occasional fluctuations, but these are just a minority."
Moreover, with all the soldiers joining the army, their training manuals and basic military strategies were all written by the God of War. The legend of the God of War has long been deeply rooted in the hearts of the people and the hearts of the soldiers.
Among the rank-and-file soldiers, the god of war's prestige was unparalleled. Moreover, the prince, after all, had a strong sense of righteousness. Don't look at how the Southern Army camp has now entered the city. As for the lowest-ranking soldiers, they may not really dare to follow their superiors to assassinate the prince.
"This matter will be difficult to resolve here."
Zhao Xuanji stroked his beard and smiled: “The Eighth Prince’s thoughts are quite thorough.”
With clasped hands, Li Yinhǔ humbly said, "My thoughts are insignificant compared to even a fraction of the First Minister's wisdom. I would like to hear your esteemed opinion."
"Reduce by another 20%."
Zhao Xuanji said, "This prince is extraordinary."
Li Yinhu frowned deeply.
He originally thought his 60% success rate estimate was already pessimistic, but he didn't expect Zhao Xuanji to be even more pessimistic.
"If it's so low, why bother making such a fuss?" Li Yinhǔ asked.
"For the sake of seizing the throne, even a lowly attempt is worth considering. To rebel against one's superiors is inherently a low-probability event. Does the Eighth Prince still desire to ascend to the position of crown prince through legitimate means?"

Zhao Xuanji said calmly, "The old minister has one more question. If things go well, how will the Eighth Prince deal with the Crown Prince?"
Li Yinhu was taken aback for a moment, then calmly said: "Prince Yu was tragically killed by the rebels during the mutiny at the Nan Dagang military camp. I will surely restore order, and bloodbath all the rebellious generals in Nan Dagang to avenge the Prince."
Zhao Xuanji laughed and said, "That's exactly right."
"The prince is extraordinary, so if there's an opportunity, we must silence him completely." Li Yanhǔ gritted his teeth. "Otherwise, he'll be a major threat to both me and the chief minister."
Nodding, Zhao Xuanji said, "If this succeeds, the cabinet will quickly support the Eighth Prince to ascend the throne. You will then be the Crown Prince, and once the Emperor passes away, you will become the new monarch!"
A single short sentence set Li Yinhu's mind ablaze.

New ruler!

Rule the world!
Achieve Greatness!
In a daze, Li Yinhu seemed to see himself wearing a yellow dragon robe, standing on the Taihe Hall and receiving the worship of hundreds of officials. The grand scene of mountains and seas was overwhelming.
Thinking of this, Li Yinhu's breathing became rapid and hot.
But if it doesn't work...
Zhaoxuanji's next words shattered the beautiful images in Li Ynhu's mind.
"It wouldn't be a great loss for me either."
Zhao Xuanji nonchalantly said: "It's just a few chess pieces, it's a pity to lose them like this, but whether it's Duan Jianjiang or Nandaying, they are already exposed under the eyes of the prince. They are thorns in his side, and will be plucked out sooner or later. It's better to make some contributions before being destroyed, so as not to waste these years of training."
As soon as Zhao Xuanji finished speaking, a scout rushed in from outside.
Breaking News!
"Among the vanguard of Nandaying's soldiers, a soldier shot a concealed arrow injuring the Crown Prince. The Dongchang Jinyi Guards swarmed out, and eight thousand soldiers from Beidaying were rapidly marching into the capital!"

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