The Royal Heir... "I Object"

Emperor Muwu chuckled softly. "Elder Cao, you're quite ruthless."

Despite his words, there wasn't the slightest trace of fear or retreat on his face. With commanding grace, he ordered for two grand armchairs to be brought over. Once seated, he waved his robe with dramatic flair and said, "Then let's proceed!"

"Your Majesty!" Chu Hanlin, drenched in sweat, was panicking.

Drafting a self-reprimanding edict was one thing, but this would put his son's life on the line!

Emperor Muwu waved his hand nonchalantly. "Lord Chu, you need not worry. Chu Yan grew up in your family, calling you father for over ten years. I wouldn't truly take him away from you."

He then smiled lightly. "From now on, he can call you 'father' and me 'dad.' Wouldn't that work?"

Chu Hanlin was at a loss for words.

This wasn't the issue at all!

Emperor Muwu then beckoned to Chu Yan, "Chu Yan, come over and sit next to me."