A hint of disappointment flickered in Li Tianluo's eyes, but he understood. He also felt a new sense of admiration for Ling Xiao, who had grasped the essence of the situation in an instant. As an Imperial general who commanded troops, Ling Tianxiao couldn't possibly side with any faction at this time. If he were to publicly declare his support, it would undoubtedly cause a massive uproar.
From the look of things, the Crown Prince's power base was already well-established, and his succession was all but a foregone conclusion. While His Majesty the King had held tightly to the reins of power over the years, the majority of influential ministers had long since sided with the Crown Prince. After all, he was the future King of the Empire. Failing to secure a position with him now would be a catastrophic loss later on.
