Chapter 81

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………………………………I am a pure dividing line……………………………………

Zhao Yun's mentality is very normal.

No matter how close the Zhao clan is to the people, their identity is always that of the royal family.

No matter how much Zhao Yun trusts Jia Sidao, their relationship is always that of ruler and minister.

And Zhao Hao is his son.

In Zhao Yun's heart, Zhao Hao's status is naturally higher than Jia Sidao.

His son, only he has the right to discipline him.

What is Jia Sidao?

However, Zhao Yun also knows that there is a natural opposition between Jia Sidao and Zhao Hao.

To hope for the two to coexist peacefully is undoubtedly impossible.

Jia Sidao, reading the situation, seeing that Zhao Yun had no intention of speaking, gritted his teeth, suddenly knelt down, and kowtowed, saying, "Your Majesty, if the rumors are true, the actions of the Crown Prince have undoubtedly put us in a very difficult position, even involving the entire Song Dynasty in war. I request the demotion of the Crown Prince."

A cold light suddenly flashed in Zhao Yun's eyes.

"Say that again," Zhao Yun's voice was somewhat shrill.

"I request the demotion of the Crown Prince," Jia Sidao said again.

Inside the Daqing Hall, it was deathly silent.

Many people's faces showed signs of tension and unease.

They did not expect Jia Sidao to dare to challenge.

Not only against the Crown Prince, but also against the Emperor.

Everyone knows that the current Emperor has only one son and one daughter.

If the Crown Prince is demoted, who will be the heir?

Should another be chosen from the imperial family?

Without mentioning anything else, Zhao Yun ascended to the throne in this way, but this does not mean he is willing to give up the throne again.

Zhao Yun, of course, hopes to pass the throne to his own bloodline.

Anyone in Zhao Yun's position would have the same thought.

Jia Sidao's request to demote the Crown Prince has completely crossed Zhao Yun's底线 (底线 means 'bottom line' or 'limits').

A hint of killing intent flashed in Zhao Yun's eyes.

He can accept Jia Sidao's greed, he can accept Jia Sidao's incompetence, but he absolutely cannot accept Jia Sidao interfering with the succession of the throne.

Not to mention that Jia Fei has no children, even if Jia Fei had a son, the throne would definitely be Zhao Hao's.

On this point, Zhao Yun has never wavered.

He and Zhao Hao may have various issues, and their father-son relationship is not particularly close, but he has never thought of demoting the Crown Prince.

Never.

Even when Zhao Hao often disagrees with him.

"I request the demotion of the Crown Prince."

Just as the atmosphere in the Daqing Hall was deathly silent, several more ministers knelt behind Jia Sidao.

They were all part of Jia Sidao's faction. If Jia Sidao had a problem, they would also not have a good outcome.

Most importantly, Zhao Hao's actions clearly do not align with theirs.

The Song Dynasty's civil officials are bold enough to directly confront the Emperor.

After all, there is no risk to their lives.

So even if this move risks losing favor, they still took the gamble.

If they miss this opportunity, once Zhao Hao ascends, and the war with the Mongols begins, there will be no place for them in the court.

Since that is the case, why not take a chance?

Zhao Yun's face turned ashen.

"Very good, very good. Now that the Mongol army is at our borders, you are still thinking of demoting the Crown Prince. Truly a group of loyal and patriotic ministers," Zhao Yun said, extending his finger and barely suppressing his anger.

"Your Majesty, the reason the Mongol army has moved south is entirely because the Power Gang provoked the Mongols. We originally had a chance to negotiate peace with the Mongols and turn swords into plowshares, but the Power Gang interfered, pushing the Song Dynasty and the Mongols to the brink of conflict. If Your Majesty is willing to demote the Crown Prince and order the extermination of the Power Gang, this humble minister is willing to serve as an envoy to persuade the Mongols to withdraw," Jia Sidao said.

"So, it's all the fault of the Power Gang?" Zhao Yun laughed in anger.

He is not unaware of the actions of the Power Gang.

But to place all the blame on the Power Gang, even Zhao Yun finds it laughable.

However, Jia Sidao did not laugh.

"Your Majesty, this is indeed the case," Jia Sidao said solemnly.

He is determined to completely destroy Zhao Hao.

If you don't kill the snake, it will bite you back.

Jia Sidao understands that he and Zhao Hao have long been at odds to the death.

Now, even if he were to submit to Zhao Hao, Zhao Hao would not accept it.

"Turns out I am so sinful, I am truly honored," a voice suddenly echoed in the Daqing Hall.

Zhao Yun, upon hearing this, was first startled, then delighted.

"Son, you have come," Zhao Yun said with surprise and joy.

He and Zhao Hao have not seen each other for a long time.

Although there are mutual grievances, blood is thicker than water, and there is no conflict of interest over the throne, so Zhao Yun has been quite concerned about Zhao Hao over the years.

"I have worried Father," Zhao Hao said respectfully.

"Good to have you back, good to have you back," Zhao Yun said.

Before seeing Zhao Hao, Zhao Yun still harbored some resentment towards him.

But Jia Sidao's pressure and Zhao Hao's sudden appearance made Zhao Yun realize who his true people are.

No matter what, Zhao Hao is always his son.

He will never betray him or the Song Dynasty.

But Jia Sidao is ultimately an outsider.

Zhao Hao also felt a sense of relief.

Jia Sidao's challenge not only surprised Zhao Yun, but also Zhao Hao.

However, for Zhao Hao, this is not a bad thing.

The most troubling thing for Zhao Hao is what to do if Zhao Yun always disagrees with his proposals.

Now, Jia Sidao has taken the initiative to stand against Zhao Yun.

He wants to emulate the ancients and reenact the execution of Chao Cuo during the Rebellion of the Seven States.

Unfortunately, although the threat from the Mongols is no less than the Rebellion of the Seven States, Zhao Yun is not Emperor Jing of Han, and Zhao Hao is not Chao Cuo.

Not all pressure can achieve its intended effect.

Jia Sidao has placed himself in opposition to Zhao Yun, but he has solved a major problem for Zhao Hao.

"Crown Prince, you have come just in time. Tell me, did you create the Power Gang?" Jia Sidao asked.

A mocking smile appeared on Zhao Hao's lips. "So what if I did?"

"Bringing disaster to the country, almost leading to the downfall of our Song Dynasty, what do you have to say? Your Majesty, since the Crown Prince has admitted his fault, I request Your Majesty to make a decision, to demote him and appease the Mongols," Jia Sidao said loudly.

The smile on Zhao Hao's lips became even more mocking.

He did not speak, but quietly watched Jia Sidao's performance and the chorus of support from his followers.

After they finished their long speech, Zhao Hao slowly said, "Are you done?"

"Your Highness, I know you are young and impetuous, but matters of state cannot be handled with mere bravado. With your current mindset and actions, being the Crown Prince of our Song Dynasty will bring more harm than good," Jia Sidao said sincerely.

"You speak well, but unfortunately, I don't like it. You can shut up now."

In the next moment, Zhao Hao's hand swept across Jia Sidao's neck.

Inside the Daqing Hall, everyone was stunned.

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