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Fighting Openly and Secretly

"Greetings to His Royal Highness the Crown Prince!"

Seeing the distinguished guest coming to his house, Kangjian Duncan didn't care about his grief, and hurriedly led everyone in the Duncan family to greet him and bowed to him.

But just as he was about to bow, Li Wenxing raised his hand to stop him: "The dead are the greatest, no need to be polite."

As he spoke, he looked at the portrait in the mourning hall and sighed softly: "General Zhengjun Duncan died young, which is really a loss for our Dragonmarsh. The dead are gone, and the living are like this. Please mourn with me."

Kangjian Duncan had tears in his eyes and bowed his hands, saying, "Thank you for your concern, Your Highness. The Duncan family is deeply saddened that my brother has suffered such a disaster."

Li Wenxing nodded slightly, glanced around briefly, and asked, "I heard that Duke Duncan fainted due to excessive grief. What is the situation?"

Kangjian Duncan sighed and replied, "My father was just too sad and angry. He is fine now, but he still needs to recuperate for a while."

"Duke Duncan is the backbone of our Dragonmarsh. I feel really sad for him suffering such a blow this time. If the Duke needs anything during his recuperation, just let me know. I will do my best to help him." Li Wenxing said seriously.

"Thank you, Your Highness!" Kangjian Duncan bowed again.

With his mind, he could naturally hear the intention of winning over in Li Wenxing's words.

Although Li Wenxing is the eldest son, he is the weakest among the three princes. If he wants to ascend the throne, he will need to work hard to win over the Duncan family.

If he could get the support of the Duncan family, Li Wenxing would undoubtedly have a powerful force in the court.

Although he knew it in his heart, he couldn't express it at the moment and could only say thank you.

"The prince has arrived!"

Just as the two were greeting each other, there was another shout from outside the door.

As soon as these words were spoken, everyone's eyes turned to the door again, and even Li Wenxing turned around to look.

A tall, sharp-eyed young man strode in with several officials.

The man had a powerful aura and he looked like a veteran of many battles.

The person who came was the prince Li Guanglong!

"Greetings to His Royal Highness the Prince!"

Kangjian Duncan once again led the crowd forward to greet them and bowed in greeting.

"No need to be so polite."

Li Guanglong raised his hand to signal, and just as he was about to say a few words, he suddenly glanced at Li Wenxing in front of him and frowned, but quickly returned to normal.

"I didn't expect that big brother is here too. It's quite a surprise." Li Guanglong smiled wryly.

"General Duncan sacrificed his life for the country, so naturally I have to come and express my condolences. But it is not easy for you, my brother, to come in person as you are so busy." Li Wenxing remained calm.

"We both know each other."

Li Guanglong did not continue to pester, but walked straight to the mourning hall, lit three incense sticks, and then bowed deeply three times to the coffin.

The movements were crisp and clear, showing a refreshing feeling.

After paying respect to the coffin, Li Guanglong turned to look at Kangjian Duncan and asked, "Master Duncan, is Duke Duncan in good health?"

"My prince, there is nothing serious. He just needs to recuperate for a few days." Kangjian Duncan nodded slightly.

"When a person dies, it's like a light goes out. I hope Duke Duncan can take care of his body. If the Duncan family needs anything, you can come to me at any time. I will never shirk my responsibility." Li Guanglong was in the middle stage.

These familiar words made Li Wenxing frown unconsciously.

"Thank you, Your Highness."

Kangjian Duncan paid his respects again.

Like Li Wenxing, Li Guanglong also intended to win over the Duncan family.

Li Guanglong is known for his military prowess and has a high prestige in the army. If he can get the support of the Duncan family, he will also be able to occupy an important position in the fight for the throne.

"The third prince has arrived!"

Suddenly, there was another shout from outside the door.

This made everyone's expression become strange.

Li Wenxing and Li Guanglong looked at each other and then turned their gaze towards the door.

Here comes another competitor.

Under the watchful eyes of the crowd, the third prince Li Juntang, accompanied by several officials, walked in with great swiftness and vigor.

Li Juntang is handsome, elegant, and has a sharp gaze.

"Join His Royal Highness the Third Prince!"

Kangjian Duncan calmed himself down and led his men forward to pay their respects again.

He also didn't expect that within a moment, the three most powerful princes of Dragonmarsh would all arrive.

Looking at the state of these three people, I’m afraid that today’s funeral will not be peaceful.

"Master Duncan, I am sorry for your loss."

Li Juntang walked in and said solemnly, "Duke Duncan's contribution to the court is obvious to all. General Duncan also sacrificed his life for the country. The Duncan family is full of loyal heroes. This prince will definitely speak well of the Duncan family in front of his parents, so that the Duncan family's achievements will be recognized as they should be."

"Thank you, Your Highness." Kangjian Duncan bowed again.

The three princes gathered in the mourning hall. On the surface, they were there to comfort the Duncan family, but in fact, they each had their own thoughts and were competing secretly.

He just hoped that things wouldn't go too far and make his third brother feel uneasy.

At this moment, in the corner of the mourning hall.

Dustin saw all of this and shook his head secretly.

He didn't want to get involved in the court struggle, but if he was in it, he couldn't stay out of it.

Watching the three princes fighting openly and secretly for the throne, he couldn't help but worry about the future of Dragonmarsh. If the new emperor is not chosen well, Dragonmarsh will fall into turmoil. - Ton

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Thanks@Ton
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Thanks for the update, Admin TON
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