The Imperial Chessboard: Du Chao Gong's Counterattack

On the other side, Du Chao Gong's expression only changed once he had completely departed, turning incredibly somber.

The position of Crown Prince had been vacant for decades. Currently, only the First Prince and the Fourth Prince had the best chances. Among those following, except for the Sixth Prince who could rely on his maternal clan to compete, the other Princes were almost jokes. But even so, it was still uncertain whose hands the throne would eventually fall into.

Even Emperor Kang Hui knew he had taken the Seventh Prince away so quickly; how could he not realize that once Chu Feng Qi was brought into the light, the struggle for the throne would become fierce?

The arrow was notched and could not be withdrawn. This old immortal wanted to use him to muddy the waters; Du Chao Gong would stir them for him to see.

Three days later, the news that Du Chao Gong was taking the Seventh Prince, Chu Feng Qi, south reached Chu An.

The man had a profligate air. Beside him stood a playful youth with a lingering sense of innocence. Looking at the message, Xu Ming Zhan chuckled, "Du Chao Gong has started his counterattack."

The youth speaking was the one who had helped Chu An strike a blow against Du Chao Gong. He was not a native of this world; after the original Xu Ming Zhan had failed the provincial examinations in despair, he had transmigrated into this body.

Chu An smiled. "Are you afraid?"

Xu Ming Zhan shook his head, merely muttering as he thought according to the plot of the book, "No, it's just that this time, his focus will surely be on the troops he is raising. Huainan has abundant resources suitable for training soldiers, but they certainly won't be in a remote place. Have your men watch the temples, especially those newly built or renovated a few years ago. Those are the easiest places to deceive people."

Chu An nodded and immediately issued orders.

Meanwhile, Du Chao Gong, on his way south, was only halfway to his destination.

Chu Feng Qi had followed the young man as soon as he recovered. Not only did he not complain, but he was also incredibly enthusiastic.

However, because Du Chao Gong disliked him, Chu Feng Qi had to trail behind at the very end of the procession with the luggage crew. Since no special announcement had been made, many in the Eastern Depot did not know his status as a Prince. Additionally, since he had lost his memory, he did not distinguish between high and low status. Thus, the boundaries of Chu Feng Qi's status became blurred, and he appeared polite and approachable.

While walking, the youth saw several large chests at the back and curiously tapped the shoulder of the person next to him, asking, "What are those?"

Since they were far from Du Chao Gong, the person didn't fear being overheard and replied softly, "Those are all the Director's clothes, as well as sachets, incense, and such."