re me."The imperial examination, or *hui*, is the national exam that takes place in the capital for scholars who have passed the county and prefectural examinations (the *xiang* test).Only those who r...Chapter 1062: The Emperor's Vision

As the Great Emperor narrated and explained, Li Chen gradually saw the true heart of this emperor before him.

What he desires is the succession to the throne without mishap, because this concerns the very foundation of the country and its people.

And someone like Zhao Xuanji, a treacherous official, was his second line of insurance.

As long as Zhao Xuanji is around, he will crave power and usurp the emperor's authority is something he would definitely do.

As long as the emperor is still in power, the princes will not dare to rebel.

The situation can only continue like this.

It can be said that the Emperor arranged two lines.

The first line of his descendants will produce an enlightened ruler with exceptional ability and cunning, who will save the country from ruin.

But that seemed impossible, at least when the Emperor himself made the arrangements; there was barely any hope to be seen.

So he set up a second line.

Replacing a traitor with one who upholds imperial succession ensures stability. The throne still belongs to the son of the Emperor, even if he is a puppet ruler. In this way, the empire remains secure.

As for power, either the new emperor will outlive Zhao Xuanji or the two will engage in a struggle, openly or secretly. This all depends on the new emperor's own abilities.

If you are incapable, just be a puppet emperor who is put on display and live a foolish life.

If you are capable, take back power, just like Li Chen.

No one expected Li Chen's abilities to be so exceptional. He hadn't even reached a level yet, but he had already forced Zhao Xuanji to retreat.

"Having figured out the entire process, Li Chen looked at the withered old man before him with a complex expression and said, “Father Emperor, in my eyes, Zhao Xuanji, our great enemy, is in your eyes merely a pawn placed at will…”

The great emperor seemed pleased with Li Chen's evaluation of him. He laughed and said, “Don't underestimate yourself. Your performance is far better than mine. If I had discovered your abilities two years earlier, I could have cleared all obstacles for you and passed the throne to you, without so much trouble.”

Li Chen remained speechless.

When the Great Emperor of Daxing woke up, Zhao Xuanji’s entire reaction made it clear that he himself knew all this, and even feared the Great Emperor of Daxing to his very bones.

Li Chen didn't know what had happened between these two people, but the current situation was that Zhao Xuanji had the upper hand. He was in an unsolvable predicament in the Taihe Hall, which was completely dismantled after the Great Emperor Su woke up with a casual "Enough."

At this moment, Li Chen actually had a feeling of being supported and protected.

"Ahem."

The great emperor suddenly coughed, his complexion visibly paling.

Li Chen was taken aback. At this time, the emperor absolutely couldn't have anything happen to him.

"It's fine."

The Great Emperor waved his hand, gasped for breath, and said, "I can still hold on."

Although he said so, he clearly felt a sense of urgency. He grabbed Li Chen's hand and said in an imperial tone: "From now on, you must think and act like an emperor. Zhao Xuanji is a problem, but he is definitely not your biggest problem. Remember the question I asked you when I entrusted you to govern the country"

Li Chen nodded and said, "Remember, Father Emperor asked his son how the domestic situation was. His son said that there were internal and external troubles, as well as vassal kings."

With a contented smile, the great emperor said, “Remember, as an emperor, you must consider the empire, the state, and the millions of people who live under your rule. All the officials in court are like dogs to you. Even the most vicious dog can be killed by its master at any time. But your wicked relatives and bad neighbors are the true enemies who can bring ruin to your family.”Chapter 746: Life-Saving Talisman