"I thought you'd be like the others and believe that he truly was a traitor." Xiang Longwei's voice was low. "This war… I will personally join the soldiers on the battlefield. I must make sure no one takes advantage of my absence to stir up another conspiracy."
"Brother, that must never happen!" Prince Fengyuan exclaimed, standing up from his seat in urgency. "You have only one heir. If something were to happen to you, the kingdom will descend into chaos.
And Prince Rui nearly seized the throne last time. If you hadn't been prepared, he would have succeeded. What if Imperial Uncle attempts another rebellion the moment you leave?"
"Don't worry. I already have a way to deal with both matters by then," Xiang Longwei replied calmly.
Seeing the expression on his brother's face, Prince Fengyuan knew his decision had already been made. After a bit more discussion, Prince Fengyuan took his leave.
