Forensic Imperial Concubine novel Chapter 674

As soon as Lucas came back to the Imperial Palace, old memories daunted him. He regretted saying hurtful words to his father. If only he had been patient and maintained his closeness to his father, perhaps he could see his father one last time and wouldn't have felt distressed so much!

The death of the emperor didn't cause much of an uproar in the imperial capital. After the emperor's burial in the imperial tomb, the officials at the imperial court quarreled and couldn't decide who would be the rightful heir to the throne.

The emperor's death was sudden without appointing an heir to the throne or leaving any imperial edict. Now there were only four princes left in the royal family. Jason was idle and out of the Imperial Palace for years. Francis was gentle and talented, but he was physically weak and might get sick anytime. Lucas was a playboy, and he was still playing in some brothel even when his father was dead. He was the least expected by the public. Wale was still a baby making every effort to learn to speak, and everyone subconsciously ignored him. The final outcome was endless quarreling on whether Jason or Francis would be the new emperor.

When the two factions were at a stalemate, Jason suddenly stepped forward and said, "Everyone, there's no need to argue. I'm used to being idle and I can't do what you ask me to. I think Francis is better. Though he had health problems, now he is much better under the treatment of Aunt Harper. If you are worried about his health, be rest assured of it."

One of the officials tried to intervene. "Your Highness…"

"I haven't even finished reading the national policy, but you have decided to let me manage the national affairs? If that happened, aren't you worried that the common people would live a miserable life? Even if you aren't worried, I am afraid that I will be considered to be a fatuous emperor. So please don't argue anymore. I have decided to quit!" With those words, Jason flipped his robe, turned around and walked out of the Golden Hall smartly. He just stated in front of everyone with his words and actions that his interest in the throne was nil. He was ready to accept anyone as the new emperor as the officials wanted.

The civil and military officials were all speechless, and then all of them turned to Francis at the same time. His status was equivalent to that of the prince regent. He was generous and had never mentioned his desire for the throne from beginning to end, which convinced many officials.

"This year has been a sorrowful one for all of us. My father has bid adieu to this world. Also, there were many natural and man-made disasters that happened, and the overall power of our country has been greatly undermined. Now that Emperor Rolando of the Great Jade Kingdom has ascended the throne, we shall ally with each other and send Lilian to marry him. Any comments?" Francis asked unhurriedly, trying to change the subject.

"We agree. But to show that we attach much importance to it, we should send someone as the envoy for peacemaking." Zack picked up the subject. His father had already retired, and now he was alone at the imperial court. Although he was young and not experienced, most of the courtiers admired him.