Chapter 463: The Emperor's Mandate: The Second Prince Ascends as Crown Prince

The Imperial Palace of the Grand Xia Empire stood majestically at the heart of the royal city. It spanned a vast expanse of hundreds of miles. The vast golden architectural complex rose solemnly and impressively, like a majestic golden dragon, soaring and commanding the world. Yet today, the golden splendor was marred by streaks of white mourning cloth. This mist wasn't ordinary; it was mourning shrouds and ribbons. Countless palace guards, clad in white armor, surrounded the entire royal city,...