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"Shang Yunruo sighed. "Actually, now that you're at the height of power, he can't do without you for the time being. But there will come a day when he no longer needs you. Once he firmly secures his reign, both you and your father will be cast aside like worn - out tools.""

"Chu Yan gave a faint smile. "I don't even think we need to wait until he fully consolidates his power. Last night, he clearly knew I was looking for you. He also knew that at that moment, I didn't even care about my own life. Yet, he still issued the imperial edict to stop me, and even issued three in a row.""

"Shang Yunruo agreed with him. "He knew that you would defy the edict, but he still issued it. He either wants your complete obedience or a handle on your misdeeds.""