The Emperor and Empress were certainly always surrounded by guards for protection, but when the country was facing ruin, how many of those guards were truly loyal?
The Emperor could barely hold onto his own power, so how could he ensure the loyalty of these guards?
Just a bit of bribery, or perhaps even the guards themselves having ideas, wanting to murder and loot, was all too simple.
Shen Tang, having returned to her senses, stepped forward and pulled Shen Xu up, whispering, "Come alone with me for a moment."
Shen Xu looked at her with full surprise, seemingly both shocked and flattered, "Tangtang sister…"
Xue Yinzhou and the others looked at Shen Tang with disapproval, unable to understand why she suddenly called that fool over.
Shen Tang glanced at the crowded scene, teeming with a mixed crowd, and reassured Beast Husband, "I have some matters to ask the Eldest Prince alone about, not to worry, it'll be nearby, won't be far, and I'll return quickly."
