"I believe all the officials must be puzzled about the Crown Prince's poisoning, and yet no one inquires about it today. Why? Do you all know who the culprit is, or do you simply not care about the Crown Prince's safety?"
The hearts of the officials present trembled slightly. How could they not want to ask! They simply didn't dare!
Though today was supposed to be a joyous occasion, the Emperor remained stern throughout, and the Crown Prince looked as if he might faint at any moment. As the grand ceremony was underway, who would dare to bring up such an inauspicious topic?
Besides, isn't the answer rather obvious? Those absent are likely already detained at Dali Temple!
"Your Majesty, the Crown Prince is the foundation of the nation, the future successor of the kingdom. Neither I nor the other officials would dare to be negligent. I was just about to ask, who would be so audacious as to poison the Crown Prince?"
