"Zhao Bi is considered a powerful rival, but not a formidable enemy," Lu Qing slowly shook his head, lightly sighed, "He spent so many years, gradually planning, and finally amassed a huge faction. In previous interactions with him, you saw how protective and wise he was."
"Given his nature, I believe he could privately embezzle some tributes."
"But letting his legitimate grandson make such a bold move to privately recruit government soldiers, conducting such a deed that makes the Holy Emperor wary, obviously does not match his usual character."
"I've always thought he intends to use his great support in the court to steadily elevate Lu Zhang to that high position. Then, when all is justified, he will slowly sideline Lu Zhang, who lacks initiative and backing, turning him into a puppet."
"Thereafter, he could find some different reason, at an opportune moment, with a legitimate excuse to replace him. Eventually, Da Jin truly changes hands, adopting the Zhao surname."
