Even with someone planted right at the mansion's gate, they remained utterly oblivious.
But then again, who wouldn't stop worrying about everything else with such a capable princess consort taking care of all matters? Right?
"You should pull yourself together and seriously consider your next move."
"Yes, this son understands."
Prince Niu casually responded, and not long after, he left the palace.
...
"East City, tell me, do you think Father Emperor is acting rather odd?"
Aboard the moving carriage, Prince Niu furrowed his brows and posed the question to the guard sitting beside him.
"Your Highness, may I ask what seems odd to you?" East City looked at his master and inquired.
He hadn't seen the Emperor, nor could he have, but was there something strange about the Emperor?
"This, I can't quite articulate at the moment."
Prince Niu shook his head.
Emperor Ziyan could place the blame for the imperial tomb's desecration on anyone, and Prince Niu wouldn't find it odd.
