Chapter 648: Prince Ruihong
Chapter 648: Prince Ruihong
The mecha technology of the ancestral court has reached a level that is unimaginable to the world.
The three mechas dug out from the ruins, after just a few repairs, became the pillars of the empire, deterring countless villains and ensuring the empire's continuation for a thousand years.
So far, they have not fully understood the manufacturing process and operating principles of the three imperial mechas.
Therefore, in the minds of the imperial people, the Zuting mecha represents a product of another level.
Even if it is just an ordinary mecha, it cannot be judged by common sense.
The energy fluctuations of the ten mechas that suddenly appeared now were completely different from those of the empire's self-developed mechas.
The deep and solemn atmosphere can be identified at a glance.
The Fourth Prince stepped forward and chuckled, "Your Excellency General Long, I've been fascinated by archaeology since childhood, and it's my lifelong wish to unearth another Imperial mecha. Your sister was very optimistic about me and made a considerable investment in me. Now you see, I haven't disappointed your sister, have I?"
Ophelia held the imperial edict in her hand, her expression grim: "If my sister knew that her support would eventually split the empire, she would definitely regret it."
"No, no, no, you can't say that."
The Fourth Prince waved his hand: "We also want to see the Empire make further progress, so why don't we sit down and talk?"
"If a real fight breaks out, these ten ancient mechas might not be able to stop the Extreme Sun God, but they should be able to delay him for a while."
Ophelia held up the imperial edict in her hand: "The imperial edict is here, what else is there to talk about?"
"Who knows whether the imperial edict is true or false?" The eldest prince said lightly.
"With all the wise men as witnesses, who dares to lie?"
Ophelia stared at the eldest prince coldly, and her eyes occasionally swept over the second prince and the fourth prince.
It turns out that he has united the most powerful princes, no wonder he dared to take direct action.
In order to gain experience, the empire will assign the princes to different departments for rotation, and the rotation will depend on their political achievements.
However, there are two special ones among them. One is the Sixth Prince, who is only interested in mechas. He took up a sinecure in an unimportant department and devoted himself to tinkering with mecha technology.
The other is the third prince, who gave up all the confidential and key departments in the capital and went to the people to implement his own ideas.
In addition to the two, there are four other princes.
The eldest prince served as the deputy chief of staff of the Imperial Pioneer Corps and won over many senior military officials.
The second prince is in charge of finances and has very impressive investment skills, which are highly regarded in the financial circle.
Although the Fourth Prince holds the power of the inspection department, he is interested in archaeology, so he seldom takes charge of the affairs and is just a figurehead.
Logically speaking, his strength is not enough to stand beside the eldest and the second in command, but his archaeological work actually worked.
The ten mechas are from the ancestral era, and the strongest one even reaches the king level.
It is an important force to delay the "Extreme Yang God".
After all, this juncture is very awkward, because "Extreme Yang God" had just fought a battle with the Secret Society, suffered considerable damage, and his combat power has dropped.
There is also a fifth prince who has been living in a sanatorium because of a brain injury he suffered in his early years.
So it’s not included.
The eldest prince retorted sharply, "Gentlemen? How many positions and responsibilities have the people in this room received in the various departments of the empire?
The only thing they have to be praised for is that they lived longer. How can that be considered virtuous?"
As he spoke, the eldest prince softened his tone and said calmly, "Your Excellency General Long is the pillar of our empire, and everything you do should be based on the country's priority.
It is unbecoming of your status to get involved in such matters."
What this means is that you are the Dragon General, you should guard the border and deter the enemy instead of interfering here.
Anyway, no matter who becomes the emperor, you are protecting this country.
"Your Majesty's dying trust, I dare not disobey."
Ophelia said calmly, "If the Crown Prince really wants to test the sharpness of my sword, then go ahead. The imperial edict is here."
The atmosphere in the field suddenly became cold.
The eldest prince had a gloomy expression and his eyes shifted, showing a sign of struggle.
"Brother, now that things have come to this, why are you still hesitating?"
The Second Prince hummed softly, and a group of mecha soldiers in heavy black armor stepped forward, closing in on him.
The Holy Knights, representing the king's will, raised their spears, and their mechanical warhorses pawed their hooves anxiously.
The main hall at the rear even opened an energy shield to prevent being affected.
The two sides kept getting closer and the battle seemed to be imminent.
at this time.
A whistling sound came from the sky.
Directly entered the airspace of the Jinjin Palace and made an emergency landing.
It was a single-person aircraft. Looking at the logo on the aircraft, everyone's mind moved.
The one who came was the third prince who was away.
The third prince Ruihong was dressed in a gray cloth with some oil stains on it. His face looked weathered and he didn't look like a young man in his twenties at all.
"You're willing to come back. I thought you didn't take that position seriously."
The eldest prince spoke calmly, and everyone could hear the sarcasm in his voice.
The Third Prince shook his head helplessly and looked at Ophelia: "Your Excellency General Long, why don't you listen to me?"
Ophelia nodded slightly to the designated heir and said, "Your Highness, please speak."
"To be honest, I don't think much of that position."
"But?" The eldest prince looked at his third brother mockingly.
Ruihong coughed lightly and said seriously, "But I have gained some insights from my experiments over the years. I have found a way to help the empire break through its current situation, so I need that position to implement my ideas.
Since Big Brother can't let go of that position, why don't we make a deal?"
transaction?
When these words were spoken, not only the eldest prince was stunned, but also Ophelia and the people who were listening silently in the room were stunned.
Can this thing be traded?
Ruihong smiled faintly: "I don't believe that the brotherly friendship and respect we have shown over the years are all a disguise, so it is impossible for me to really kill my brothers.
Call me stupid, but that's what I really think. I think that position is just a tool for convenience.
You brothers hold many key positions in the empire, and I cannot implement my ideas without you and your supporters.
So let’s make a deal.”
The eldest prince and his companions looked at each other and fell silent.
Ruihong continued, "This is the most appropriate solution. Brothers, you don't want to start a war against yourselves while our father's body is still warm, right?"
"How do you want to trade?"
Ruihong breathed a sigh of relief and said with a smile: "Don't worry, I haven't thought about it yet.
But there is no need to worry. The imperial edict is in the hands of General Long and will not be opened in a short time, so the contents will not be known to outsiders.
Big brother, second brother, and fourth brother, can you give me a few days to sort things out?
After all, I just came back from outside, and my father met with such an accident, I really..."
His voice was mournful and dull, and his eyes became red as he spoke.
"Big Brother, Second Brother, Fourth Brother, Third Brother is right. Fighting at this time will only allow the enemy to take advantage of the situation. Sitting down and resolving the issue is the most appropriate way."
The Sixth Prince Ruiyun walked over slowly with a pleading look on his face.
"...Then I'll wait for you for a few days."
The eldest prince agreed.
Apparently, his determination wasn't that strong either.
Seeing this, the third prince Ruihong raised the corners of his mouth and smiled brightly.
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