Chapter 497

"Since ancient times, blood testing for kinship has been the most direct way to recognize one's own flesh and blood, and it is also the most irrefutable ironclad proof."

"But when that child, Mu'er, saw his blood fuse with mine, he didn't show the slightest excitement; instead, he even said that blood testing for kinship has no scientific basis whatsoever."

Zhangsun Wugou gave a bitter smile.

"Scientific basis? What is a scientific basis?"

Li Er frowned and asked curiously.

This was the first time he had ever heard of such a thing.

"I don't know the specifics either, but his meaning was very clear: he simply refuses to acknowledge that he is my son."

Zhangsun Wugou could not explain what a scientific basis was either.

The key was that this wasn't the point!

The point was that Qin Mu simply did not acknowledge the relationship between them.

"This is somewhat troublesome..."

Li Er also had a massive headache.

Logically speaking.

If one's son is a unicorn talent unseen in a century, anyone would surely be ecstatic.

But the relationship between Li Er and Qin Mu was very different!

Or rather, between the father and son, it was a matter of life and death; coexistence was simply impossible.

"Your Majesty, I want to ask you one thing, and I ask that you answer truthfully."

Zhangsun Wugou asked seriously.

"What is it? If you have something to say, just speak freely!"

Li Er nodded hurriedly.

"If Mu'er accepts the fact that he is our flesh and blood, would Your Majesty be willing to yield the throne to him?"

Li Er was stunned.

He had not expected Zhangsun Wugou to suddenly ask such a question.

Would he?

Would I truly yield the throne, obtained through such immense hardship, to Qin Mu?

Just because he is my son?

Just because he is a unicorn talent?

No!

No matter who it is, they must never be allowed to snatch away my throne!

Even if he is my son!

"Heh!"

"Indeed! Indeed, my choice back then was correct! I should never have told you Mu'er's secret!"

Seeing Li Er's expression, Zhangsun Wugou already understood everything...

She let out a cold, deeply disappointed laugh.

"Guanyinbi, you cannot say it like that. Even if Qin Mu is currently unable to inherit the throne, when I am gone, who else besides him has more qualifications and ability to inherit the position of Emperor of the Great Tang?"

Li Er explained.

After he ascended to the heavens, the Great Tang throne would naturally belong to Qin Mu!

It was just that for now...

The Emperor of the Great Tang must be me!

"Heh!"

"Do you think Mu'er covets your Great Tang throne? Open your eyes and look! Look at the Great Qin of today! A thousand miles of fertile land, tens of millions of people, nearly a million armored troops; whether in domestic strength or military might, it has already become a top-tier great power."

"And what about the Great Tang? Under your rule, it is barely hanging on, the people are destitute, the noble families are uncontrollable—is there any sign of prosperity? If you want Mu'er to inherit the Great Tang throne, you still have to see if he is even willing!"

"And you, of all people, are actually hesitating and reluctant? It is truly laughable to the extreme!"

Zhangsun Wugou unleashed a torrent of angry scolding, causing Li Er's old face to turn red and white in turns.

"No matter what is said, this matter is not to be considered!"

"I cannot yield the throne to him! Furthermore, with his temper, if I were to lose this throne, wouldn't I be tormented to death by him?"

"Do you see him as someone who understands filial piety?"

Li Er had made up his mind.

The Great Tang throne, obtained through such immense hardship, was to be handed over?

How could that be possible?

"Fine! Then let us wait and see! Let's see how long you can hold onto your Great Tang throne!"

Zhangsun Wugou's temper flared as well; she turned around and slammed the door as she left.

Li Er clenched his fists; his spirit, which had been crushed, ignited with fighting intent once more.

"Qin Mu! Just wait and see! I will not lose to you!"

"As your father, I must make you understand one truth: being the master of the world is not such a simple matter."

Li Er decided to fight Qin Mu to the end.

No matter how far the Great Tang had fallen, he must never admit defeat easily.

This was something he had to do as a father.

Youzhou City, outskirts.