章節 185: Chapter 185: Because He Lied

At this point, the Emperor's expression turned even more unpleasant: "These were all people I deeply trusted. How could they choose to betray me for Gongsun Yi?"

Initially, the battle for the throne among the princes was extremely fierce. Now, the current Emperor, the Sixth Prince, had few supporters apart from Marquis Mu Houchu, and the only powerful courtier in the Imperial Court was Old Man Chen. It can be said that their interests were closely intertwined. Why would they act this way in the same boat?

As for the commander of the imperial guard, Feng Yan, he was a loyal and righteous man, and there was absolutely no reason for him to betray them.

How could something so crucial be easily handed over to those who are not trusted?

"We must not make haste in dealing with this matter. Otherwise, who knows when the second Gongsun Yi will appear," said Marquis Mu Houchu in a cold voice.