Traitor

The Emperor was an intelligent man. He was very shrewd and had seen many people who had schemed against him, so he knew that although these princes were saying nothing, he could sense the hostility behind their gazes.

Initially, he knew that many of the princes would be unhappy with Xue Wei being given the task of commanding them, but it proved to have been beneficial as they had managed to keep so many alive.

Even so, even if the princes were going to act on their hatred, he was not going to interfere, much like he would not punish Xue Wei if he returned their attacks.

This was a battle between the younger generation, not something he should, or wanted to, interfere with.

But the thought of the entertainment that might come from seeing the princes clash against Xue Wei was something that made the Emperor smile slightly.