Ministers Begging Me to Ascend the Throne Chapter 1039 - 104: Prince Han Is Determined to Kill Prince Chu (Part 2)

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Previously on Ministers Begging Me to Ascend the Throne...
Prince Chu is presented with a flawless human skin mask created by Hu Shisan, which allows him to disguise himself as an ordinary man. Although Prince Chu insists on trusting his brother, Yang Ling remains deeply unsettled by the implications of such advanced deception. To mitigate the threat from Prince Han and his elusive network, the two men finalize a plan to ensure Prince Chu's safe departure from the northern region while leaving a decoy in his place.

"Your Highness, please do not fret for my sake; I, this old man, shall remain unharmed," Yang Ling assured Prince Chu with a soft, steady tone. "Yang Qi is my kinsman. Due to our blood ties, he would never dare take my life, even if I were to fall into his clutches."

Prince Chu found it hard to believe that Yang Qi would truly spare Yang Ling, yet he kept these suspicions buried deep within.

"Sir, let us convene again in the capital."

"Your Highness, you must prioritize your own safety and remain vigilant," Yang Ling replied, his concern for the prince far outweighing any worry for himself.

Prince Chu fell silent, knowing that further words would only amplify their shared unease.

The following day, Prince Chu made his way toward the Northern Border Camp to pay his respects and bid farewell to Prince Dai and General Chu.

Prince Dai was required to remain at the Northern Border for an extended duration to oversee defenses against any potential Xiongnu encroachment, meaning his return to the capital was delayed.

As the moment of departure approached, Prince Dai offered a series of biting, sarcastic remarks, suggesting that Prince Chu might not reach the capital with his life intact.

Unfazed by the hostility, Prince Chu simply offered a polite expression of gratitude for the prince’s concerned words.

Prince Dai was revolted by such perceived hypocrisy and, seeing no value in engaging further, waved him off with visible disdain.

Upon returning to his quarters from the Northern Border Camp, Prince Chu finalized his preparations for his departure the following day. By midday, Prince Han’s messengers arrived with invitations for a dinner gathering. While Prince Han had extended an invite to Prince Dai as well, the latter had refused, leading Prince Chu to do the same.

Prince Han’s gestures were merely performances; he remained unperturbed by the rejections from his brothers.

"Our fourth brother departs from the Northern Border tomorrow. Have all arrangements been finalized, sir?"

"Rest assured, Your Highness, everything is in place. I guarantee that Prince Chu shall never set foot in the capital again," Yang Qi stated, brimming with confidence in his scheme.

Prince Han, trusting fully in Yang Qi’s tactical mind, responded, "Let us see, then, if our fourth brother’s vitality truly exceeds my own."

"Naturally, Your Highness’ life is of far greater importance."

"Once the fourth is disposed of, we can renew our partnership in that sector." Ever since the arrival of Prince Dai and Prince Chu at the frontier, Prince Han had kept his involvement with Princess Three and her associates under wraps. "Inform them that they may proceed with the next phase."