Prince Duan's expression immediately turned cold. He knew Emperor Jingzhi's character better than anyone. If it weren't for the fear that Lady Ru would die at the hands of that pervert sooner or later, Prince Duan would never resort to such a desperate strategy so hastily.
Zheng Nianru stood still, seemingly not understanding the Emperor's intention to the outsiders, as if she was confused. Seeing that the Emperor showed no sign of lowering his hand, Prince Duan's face darkened immediately, and he was about to speak when a figure suddenly stood by his side.
Zheng Congyuan immediately grasped Zheng Boding's other hand and then the Emperor's.
"Father, Imperial Uncle, it's truly wonderful that you can put aside your past grievances," Zheng Congyuan said, standing by Prince Duan's side and blocking the Emperor's entire line of sight with his tall figure.
