Chapter 1693: Ambitious Intentions

i's father so he would have capital to go to the capital."An Xuetang narrowed her eyes, "What dowry do you have""Back then, your grandfather was a teacher. When I got married, he gave me a high-qualit...Well... she has softened her attitude, after all.

Listening to the Empress's question, Xizi Ke'er's lips curled into a smirk that was barely perceptible.

Did she still remember when her mother had asked her to hand over the explosives just now She said she'd only do it if they agreed to one condition, and once that was met, she'd give them both packages.

But her mother-in-law, a person of such character, could never tolerate her negotiating terms.

As a ruler of a nation, whatever she desired, her subjects wouldn't dare refuse to offer it willingly.

So when she encountered such a tough character, her mother naturally would be angry.

But what use is anger That rage, that fire within, wishing to rip her apart limb from limb... what good does it do

At this moment, isn't he still taking the initiative to ask about her conditions

Well, the Northern Border Princess was right. To deal with certain people, you have to first break all their rules and preconceptions.

At that moment, after a brief silence, Xi Zican’s unwavering gaze fixed on the empress seated on the dragon throne. She didn't flinch at all, and boldly stated her terms, "Your daughter wishes to become the crown prince...I beg you, Mother Empress, to immediately issue an edict proclaiming me as your heir."

"What!"

Indeed, the Empress saw that she dared to put forward such conditions and her eyes widened instantly.

Even the eunuch beside him was terrified out of his wits at this moment, instinctively raising his eyes to steal a glance at Princess Ca'er who knelt stiffly on the ground.

Having served the emperor for many years, he had seen all sorts of people.

But I've never seen anyone so audacious.

Although the person kneeling on the ground was a princess, she had never in her life heard of any princess daring to say in front of the emperor that she wanted to be the heir apparent, let alone demanding that the emperor make her the heir apparent.

How dare she say such things now

This is outrageous! It's simply unacceptable!

The queen was also shocked speechless for a long time.

Xizi Ke'er and the other person stared at each other with wide eyes until after a while, she slowly closed her slightly opened mouth.

Looking at Xizi Ke'er like this, I confirmed she wasn't joking.

The Empress's expression shifted in complexity, finally ending with a laugh that sounded almost like a derisive chuckle. "Crown Prince You just said... you want to be Crown Prince"

At this moment, the Empress looked into Xizi Ke'er's eyes, seeing nothing but mockery. Her gaze was as if she were looking at a colossal joke.

Even if she was laughed at, Xizi could not care less. All that mattered to her was whether or not she could achieve her goal for the day.

Whatever her mother's thoughts might be, she came to the palace today with only one goal: to persuade her mother to issue an imperial decree making her crown princess.

Otherwise, your mother wouldn't be able to get the two packs of explosives from the Northern Border Princess.

So at this time, Xi Zi Ke'er fearlessly met the Empress's gaze and nodded resolutely, her voice even more firm, "Yes, your humble servant desires the position of Crown Prince."

The Empress burst into laughter, a trembling hand pointing at Xizi Ke'er, "Xizi Ke'er, who gave you the guts"

"It's the desire to live!"

Xizi Ke'er didn't think what she was saying was wrong. She stared at the empress, "This subject has been irreconcilable with Xizi Panger since birth. In this Xi Liang capital city, either she dies or this subject perishes."

"The son also knows that as long as Xizi Panger becomes the Crown Prince, she will definitely not let him go. So in order to survive, he can only think of a way to get ahead of her and become the Crown Prince himself."

The Empress's eyes were sinister at this moment, staring at her intently. After a moment, she gritted her teeth and spoke, "So you became the Crown Princess, then what"

"Are you suggesting I should die sooner Do you want to sit on my throne as quickly as possible Do you want to be the one everyone in Xi Liang worships West Zi, you have such grand ambitions!"

"My lady, please understand. Your humble servant has never had such a rebellious thought. I wish for the position of crown prince only to secure my own future. Why would you think I desire harm to befall you"

At this point, she wouldn't allow the empress to retort. Her attitude, tone, and even her gaze had subtly shifted.

A hint of sadness flickered in her eyes, and her voice softened as she spoke, "Mother Empress, could it be that you've forgotten how much your child has relied on you all these years"

"My daughter, I was conceived after ten months of your great suffering. I am so grateful to you for giving me life and hold you in such high esteem. How could I ever wish harm upon you"

The Empress sneered inwardly, they all came from being daughters.

She had not forgotten that before she ascended to this position, she had professed her love and reliance on her sovereign.

When people's wings get hard, they will be dissatisfied with the status quo and even want to climb up quickly.

So, why does she have these thoughts Isn't it because they've all been through it before.

The Queen, by her own measure, judged Xizi Ke'er's heart.

At this point, no matter how sincere Xizi Ke'er was, it was all an act for her.

So, she looked at Xizi Ke'er with eyes still cold, but seeing that the girl really wanted such a condition, the Empress clenched her fists, endured for a moment, and forced herself to speak calmly:

"I cannot fulfill this condition. Let's find another one."

How could she possibly decree now that Xi Zi Ke'er be the Crown Prince

Once she became the crown princess, she held more power, Xizi's hopes of survival were dashed.

If Xizi Panger ever met with misfortune, no one would be able to rival Xizi Ke'er. At that time, Xizi Ke'er would surely set her sights on the emperor.

In the capital city, she left behind several princesses, intending for them to vie with each other, keeping each other in check.

She watched the tigers fight from atop a mountain, calmly sitting on her throne, unthreatened.

So, how could he possibly have listened to Xi Zi Ke'er's words and decreed her as the crown prince

This would directly cut off Xizi's chance to live.

...also laid a bigger trap for herself.

So, no matter what, Xizi Panger's condition is something she wouldn't be able to accept.

The Empress asked her to change her terms, but Xizi Ke'er gazed firmly at the Empress and shook her head, “My subject has only this one condition. If Your Majesty is unwilling, then my subject can only keep those two bombs for self-defense.”

"Anyway, the Northern Frontier princess told me that even though there are only two packs of explosives, if they were truly used, the entire Imperial Palace of Xiliang would become ruins in an instant."

“!!”

Her words were a blatant threat, clearly stating that if anyone dared to oppose her, the two bombs in her hand would be aimed at the palace of Xi Liang, reducing it to ruins.

This is a blatant, naked threat to her as the paramount leader.

Well...well, Xi Tzu Ke'er has really grown up! Hooking up with the Northern Border King and his ilk now, she's quite a capable young woman.ed her lips, her small eyebrows furrowed, clearly still not quite processing it.However, Huayan then added, "Besides, this monk never deceived her. The Northern Border King was indeed injured."[Author...