“Dad, do you intend to continue traveling incognito among the people or return to be the emperor?” Jiang Qun asked.0

The Xia Emperor recalled his experiences over the past few days, where it was either Lu Yang clamoring to execute his nine clans or trying to drag him into rebellion. I think it’s more prudent to resume my role as emperor.0

“I’ll be returning. This old body of mine can’t withstand much more turmoil.”1

Delight surged through Jiang Qun. He hastily gave the throne a few token wipes before inviting his father to sit on it.0

After the Xia Emperor reverted to his original appearance, his physical strength seemed to have depleted as well, and he now breathed laboriously as he walked. Even when seated upon his chair, he could hardly sit upright, needing to lean against the backrest for support.0

“Emperor Father, are you alright?” Jiang Qun was greatly alarmed. While he was...0