How could he possibly not know the Emperor's true age?
The Crown Prince secretly rejoiced, thinking, God Stick, I've finally got you in my grasp. Father is truly wise. I am impressed, impressed.
The Emperor raised his hand to stop Shen Wu from speaking and said with a smile, "Don't be agitated, I know you're grateful to me. Actually, it's because of old acquaintance that I helped you.
I also know that you are not estranged from me and the Empress, so you directly stated your desire to become the State Preceptor. If it were anyone else speaking to me and the Empress like that, I would not have hesitated; I'd immediately decapitate him and exterminate his entire clan!"
The Emperor's gaze turned sharp, making Shen Wu shrink back in fear, as even a multitude of excuses dared not slip from his tongue.
He was indeed somewhat afraid of this man…
Then, the Emperor chuckled, adopting a magnanimous and benevolent demeanor:
