Emperor: "..."
Prince Zhuang claimed, "My father, don't be deceived by him. Last night, he tried to kill me again. He forced me into the pool and nearly drowned me!"
Thinking about last night's events still left Prince Zhuang shaken. After sending the blood-lettered memorial, he had felt relaxed, anticipating the downfall of Old Fifth. He went to his favorite concubine's quarters, seeking comfort for the recent torment and anger he had endured.
However, by the pool near the concubine's quarters, Prince Cheng was waiting for him.
Initially accompanied by four guards, upon seeing Prince Cheng, Prince Zhuang immediately commanded, "Quickly, seize him!" Catching him red-handed would make it easier to present him to the father and see how Old Fifth could deny it.
But when he turned, there were no guards to be found.
The guards following him had vanished, leaving him alone to confront Old Fifth.
