Evidently, Long Yi also recognized the Gu insect eggs in the bucket.
After being hunted several times by assassins sent by The Emperor, Long Rui became more reserved and said indifferently, "When the birds are gone, the bow is put away; when the hounds are useless, they are cooked. Emperors throughout the ages have always acted this way, it's nothing unusual."
"Prince, always avoiding The Emperor is not a solution; sooner or later, he will become more and more demanding, what shall we do then?"
Feeling like fish on the chopping board is damn unbearable.
"He is the sovereign, and we are his subjects; avoiding him is not disgraceful."
"But...!"
"Just endure it for a while."
"When will these days come to an end?" murmured Long Yi under his breath.
"Long Yi, considering the many years you have been by my side, if you grow weary of this life, you can choose to leave."
"Prince, I did not mean that," hastily explained Long Yi.
