Sima Qian, Sima You, and Sima Ke exchanged glances and spoke in unison.
Jingtai paid no attention and continued to speak:
"Birth, aging, sickness, and death are natural human experiences. There is no immortal in this world; I am aware of this in my heart. However, the matter of establishing a Crown Prince is of great importance. For the sake of the empire, I will not make a hasty decision.
However, Qian'er, You'er, Ke'er, I have decided to choose one among you three to become the Crown Prince and take charge of the Eastern Palace."
Jingtai's words caused the other princes to look somewhat displeased, while the three mentioned couldn't help but feel a surge of joy, though they quickly turned their vigilant eyes to others.
Father... who will he choose?
The Empress opened her mouth to speak:
"Your Majesty, isn't it a bit too early for this matter?"
"Indeed, Your Majesty."
Both Noble Consort Yang and Noble Consort Xu also spoke up.
