The maid's voice carried far, followed by a chorus of imperial physicians expressing their gratitude.
Kong Deming stood to the side without speaking and made no other movements for a long time.
A strange sensation spread from behind him throughout his entire body, as if the surrounding heaven and earth had changed appearance.
He was not without the ability to resist, but the other party had not even released any soul skill or martial soul, and could still exert such power. If they clashed now, he would likely lose even faster.
Although he did not understand how the person behind him had improved so rapidly in such a short time, Kong Deming knew clearly in his heart that he was no longer a match for the other party at this moment.
"Her Majesty the Empress has invited a wolf into the house; I'm afraid this is the way to invite disaster." Kong Deming's tone changed slightly, no longer as forceful as before.
"There is no need for Silver Moon Crown to worry about that."
Since they had already torn off all pretense, Ju Zi no longer concealed her intentions. She raised her head and glanced behind Kong Deming, frowning slightly before withdrawing her gaze.
"The three great empires are advancing with great momentum. His Majesty's death can no longer be concealed, and the situation at the front lines is urgent. At this time, we can only establish a new ruler to stabilize the hearts of the Sun Moon people."
"The prince is young, but he is His Majesty's bloodline and should naturally ascend the throne as emperor... Silver Moon Crown is a pillar of the Sun Moon Empire. I wonder what your opinion is?"
Listening to Ju Zi's words, Kong Deming understood that although it sounded like a discussion, he actually had no real choice.
On one side was what had just been said: not only would he die here, but even after death, he would be left with the reputation of coveting the throne.
On the other side, he would still be a pillar of the Sun Moon Empire, but he would have to let this newborn child become the emperor of the Sun Moon Empire.
Even someone completely ignorant of politics could see that the child's ascension was false; Ju Zi holding real power was the truth.
The words Kong Deming had just spoken now fell upon himself. In this world, merely relying on schemes was not enough to sit firmly on the throne; one also needed sufficient strength.
And now, when his strength was inferior to the others', what was left for him was similarly no more choices.
Kong Deming was not afraid of dying for the Sun Moon Empire, nor was he afraid of his reputation being ruined after death. As long as it was for the Sun Moon Empire, he would not care about any of that.
But he cared whether, after his death, the Sun Moon Empire could still be the same as before. He had also heard the battle reports from the front lines. Even he could not easily deal with the opponent; after his death, who else could stop him?
Seeing Kong Deming pondering bitterly, Ju Zi did not press him and simply waited quietly for his answer.
For her, whether Kong Deming agreed or not, it would not interrupt what she was going to do next. The only difference was probably that with Kong Deming's endorsement, other matters would be much simpler.
Another period of silence passed. Although Kong Deming had not spoken, Ju Zi had already guessed the answer. Silence itself was already a response.
"Very well. I can overlook the matter of you contacting outsiders to harm His Majesty, and I can also help you silence some people's mouths. But you must promise me two things."
"Silver Moon Crown, please speak freely." Ju Zi smiled slightly.
"First, after the new emperor ascends the throne, you will be the empress dowager. During this period, you must not harm the empire's interests."
"Second, after the prince awakens his martial soul, I want to take him as my disciple and personally teach him by my side."
"The person you brought is indeed an expert, but..." Kong Deming stared into Ju Zi's eyes. "If you do not agree, today I will fight to the death and must slay you, this poisonous woman, right here."
The coldness in Kong Deming's eyes was unconcealed. Even Ju Zi was slightly stunned upon seeing it, but then she readily nodded in agreement.
"Silver Moon Crown is naturally a person of his word. In that case, it is settled."
Kong Deming's meaning was clear enough: the prince had not yet come of age. While she became empress dowager, she could exercise power on the prince's behalf, but one day she would still have to return it all.
If it could truly be like this, then she, Ju Zi, would only have been managing the Sun Moon Empire on behalf of the Xu family for a period of time.
Moreover, taking the prince to his side would allow him to be taught from a young age and protected from situations like Xu Tianran's.
These two requirements were not difficult, and Ju Zi naturally had no objection. As for what Kong Deming wanted to see in the future... the days ahead were still long, and no one could guarantee what would happen later.
"Your Majesty... take care of yourself."
Kong Deming left these words, without looking at what the person behind him actually looked like, and simply flicked his sleeve as he walked out.
Ju Zi glanced at the maid beside her. "Take the prince to be cared for by the wet nurse, and invite the several imperial physicians to receive their rewards."
As she spoke, she glanced again at the several imperial physicians who had already knelt on the ground. "After you return, you know what to say and what not to say. If even the slightest rumor spreads..."
"Yes... yes..."
The several imperial physicians nodded repeatedly.
"Go." Ju Zi's eyes turned slightly cold as she watched the several imperial physicians walk out of the room.
She had considered killing them to silence them, but at this time, if the imperial physicians who had delivered the birth for her died one after another, it would easily arouse rumors even if nothing had happened. It was better to have one less incident.
As long as she could sit firmly in power and control the court, even if it was exposed later, it would be much easier to handle.
"Now, I can fulfill what I promised you."
Seeing that there was no one else in the room, Ju Zi's tone softened considerably. She slightly raised her head and looked forward. There, a figure removed the gray cloak from his body, revealing his face.
Even Lin Xiao had not expected Ju Zi to handle it so smoothly.
No, perhaps he had known the reason long ago. Back when he was still in the Holy Spirit Cult, he had known that in this world, only strength was the foundation that decided everything.
When his strength surpassed Kong Deming's and was enough to easily defeat him, there would not be too much obstruction to what he wanted to do.
Ju Zi took a step forward. "After today, the news of Xu Tianran's death will no longer be concealed. When the time comes for the prince to ascend the throne, I will also announce to the ministers that the Netherworld Cult you lead will become the new state religion."
"However, the matter of the Holy Spirit Cult has not been long ago, and now another Netherworld Cult appears. Even if I announce it, the people may not be able to fully accept it for a while."
"Moreover, there are also evil soul masters within the Netherworld Cult..."
Lin Xiao shook his head. "Don't worry, I have ways to make the people accept it. Additionally, those evil soul masters have their own places to go."
"However, how do you plan to handle the matter between the Sun Moon Empire and the three great empires?"
"You want me to handle it how?" Ju Zi did not respond directly. "What if I say I want to continue the great undertaking of unifying the continent?"
Lin Xiao turned his head back. He saw Ju Zi looking at him with bright, shining eyes. Their four eyes met, and he seemed to see in Ju Zi's eyes her ambition that was not concealed in the slightest.
After a moment of silence, Lin Xiao moved his lips. "I can help you."
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