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That day, Xiao Yuan hurriedly came to find me, saying, "The Emperor has awakened!"
I was taken aback. "Is this the last flicker of consciousness?"
In the workplace, the final moments of clarity from a former leader often mark a critical point in the transfer of power. At such times, those who seize the opportunity can gain an advantage in the new order.
"The Sixth Princess is already waiting outside the court," Xiao Yuan said as he walked briskly, "and the Crown Prince is heading that way with his men."
My heart tightened. "Then what are we waiting for? Let's hurry!" I exclaimed, ready to rush out.
But Xiao Yuan grabbed my arm. "Be careful; the Crown Prince has sent assassins. Stay behind me."
"I refuse!" I retorted, my face set. "You still haven't recovered from your injuries!"
He paused for a moment, then leaned down and whispered in my ear, "So concerned about this official? Hmm?"
My face flushed instantly. "This... this is just normal subordinate care!"
"Heh," he chuckled lightly, "still being stubborn at a time like this."
Just then, a commotion erupted ahead.
"The Crown Prince is heading to Yangxin Palace with his guards!" a young eunuch shouted in panic.
Xiao Yuan and I exchanged glances: this was bad! The Crown Prince was trying to strike first!
"Host, think of something!" the system urged anxiously. "How do we handle this in the workplace?"
I quickly thought of something. "Got it! In a company, it's most taboo to interrupt the boss while they're speaking. So..."
"So what?" Xiao Yuan asked.
"The Crown Prince must be eager to show his loyalty right now," I said rapidly, "so we’ll use that against him!"
I shared my plan with Xiao Yuan. After hearing it, a glimmer of appreciation flashed in his eyes. "Your mind always works so quickly."
"Of course!" I said proudly. "I've learned all this from my time navigating... uh, in the palace!"
Xiao Yuan looked at me fondly and suddenly leaned closer. "Once this is over, I need to ask you where you learned these tactics."
My heart sank: I had let something slip!
Fortunately, he didn't have time to press further. We hurried toward Yangxin Palace, and on the way, we heard the Crown Prince's loud voice: "Father! I heard you’ve awakened; I’ve come to pay my respects!"
Xiao Yuan and I exchanged another glance, both recognizing the cold smirk in each other's eyes. In times like these, rushing to show off often backfires spectacularly.
Indeed, I heard the Emperor's weak voice: "Crown Prince... you arrived quite quickly..."
"Son has been waiting outside the palace, fearing that something might happen to Father," the Crown Prince replied.
"Is that so?" The Emperor's voice suddenly sharpened. "Then let me ask you, while you were waiting outside the palace, did you see the soldiers outside the city?"
The Crown Prince was taken aback. "Son... does not understand what Father is saying..."
"Doesn't understand?" The Emperor sneered. "Then I must ask, what is going on with the Yellow Robe in your residence?"
"Father!" The Crown Prince panicked. "This is a frame-up!"
"A frame-up?" A clear voice rang out. The Sixth Princess had somehow appeared at the palace door. "Then perhaps Your Highness can explain why your steward just confessed in the prison that this Yellow Robe was ordered by you three months ago?"
I silently nodded in agreement: this is what they call a 'complete chain of evidence.' In modern companies, such solid proof is the most lethal.
The Crown Prince's expression changed dramatically. "Liu Mei, you..."
"Father," the Sixth Princess stepped forward, her voice choked with emotion. "Daughter has been unfilial and kept this from you. In fact... three months ago, I discovered that Royal Brother was up to something. But... but I couldn't bear to make Father sad..."
I admired the Sixth Princess in my heart: this tactic of 'retreating to advance' was executed beautifully! In the workplace, sometimes showing weakness can actually make it easier to achieve one's goals.
Sure enough, the Emperor's voice grew stern. "Xiao Yuan!"
"I am here," Xiao Yuan stepped forward.
"The Crown Prince intends to rebel; the evidence is conclusive. Immediately take him into custody..." As the Emperor spoke, he suddenly broke into a violent cough.
"Father!" The Sixth Princess knelt down. "Daughter has one request..."
"Speak."
"Fourth Brother is young and needs guidance." The Sixth Princess bit her lip. "Daughter wishes to ask for Father's permission to act as regent and assist Fourth Brother."
What a brilliant move! I marveled internally: placing herself in the role of a supporter not only appeared humble but also firmly grasped power in her hands. This method of 'indirectly saving the nation' is most skillful in the workplace.
The Emperor fell silent for a moment before suddenly saying, "Issue an edict: from today onward, appoint Sixth Princess as Eldest Princess, regent to govern and assist Fourth Prince..."
"Father cannot!" The Crown Prince shouted. "Fourth Brother is too young; how can he..."
"Drag him away!" The Emperor commanded sharply.
I saw Xiao Yuan personally step forward to escort the Crown Prince out. As he struggled and shouted, "Someone come!" his words were cut short as Xiao Yuan struck him unconscious with a swift blow.
"Lord Commander, you have such skill!" I exclaimed sincerely.
Xiao Yuan glanced back at me, a smile playing at the corners of his mouth.
My heart skipped a beat: how could this man still flirt with me in such a situation!
Suddenly, the system reminded me, "Host, the last task has been completed! You have enough points to return!"
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