Having realized this critical detail, Li Hongyun replayed the entire operation in his mind, only then grasping a pivotal link not recorded in the history books.
What exactly was Emperor Gaozu of Liang doing?
Li Hongyun's thoughts rapidly rewound, returning to the beginning, the night when the Lord Qin Mansion conspired in secrecy.
In the planning process, the imperial palace guards were an undeniable force that couldn't be overlooked.
Logically, if one set their sights on the palace guards and Emperor Gaozu of Liang, it would be tantamount to rebellion, and it would be best not to do so.
And Lord Qin's main goal at the time was to kill the Crown Prince and Prince Qi, thus making him the only heir to the throne, with the position of Crown Prince as good as his.
Then the objective should have been achieved...
Right?
Clearly not.
If the plan had only targeted the Crown Prince and Prince Qi, many uncontrollable factors would have surfaced during the entire process.
