"The disappearance of the envoy delegation is just too much of a coincidence. And as for Princess Xi seizing the border state, she must have made preparations for it long ago."
"As for them turning against each other now, it could be an act to trick the Kou family; or... maybe Qiu Tu betrayed Princess Xi and chose to cooperate with the Kou family."
Compared to Yan Chen's political acumen, Huang Shangzong was clearly a notch below.
However, after going through a series of recent events, he'd gained a new strength: he had learned to humbly accept advice.
He leaned back on the sofa, his thick knuckles gently drumming the armrest, silently lost in thought.
After a moment, he nodded slightly and affirmed, "I think that makes sense."
"From this perspective, it is indeed possible that Qiu Tu chose to collaborate with the Kou family."
"That would be reasonable. After all, the Kou family is more powerful and can offer him more support."
