The Three Great Han Dynasties: Awaken Liu Bei with a scolding; you weave mats and sell sandals.

"Your Majesty, it's too late to save the situation."

"Your Majesty, it is not that I am not diligent, but His Majesty has truly reached the end of his life."

The imperial physicians cried out and knelt down in unison.

"Useless! All of you are useless!"

Empress Dowager Dong launched into a tirade, while Empress He beside her showed a hint of bewilderment on her face, but deep in her eyes was a strong sense of joy.

In her view, with Liu Hong dead, her son would be the one to ascend the throne, which would be a wonderful thing. Moreover, at that time...

She was now the Empress Dowager of the Han Dynasty, while the original Empress Dowager Dong lived out her days in the Cold Palace. As long as one did not offend her, Empress He would not hold it against her too much.

In this northern palace, people's hearts were filled with complex emotions, and everyone was very depressed. On the dragon bed, Liu Hong was truly in the final moments.

Liu Xie was summoned, and his favorite palace maids were also brought over. Liu Hong spoke weakly, and the little eunuch beside him spoke up.

These days, his trusted confidants are shouting loudly.

Not long after, the two princes, Liu Bian and Liu Xie, appeared here, looking sadly at their father on the dragon bed, who was completely different from the emperor in their memories. They looked like clay sculptures, and their hearts pounded.

Even Liu Xie, who was usually quite precocious, was frozen in place when he saw his father Liu Hong's horrifying face, which was almost like a skeleton. As for the Crown Prince Liu Bian, who was standing next to him, he was even more speechless.

Seeing that his two children couldn't even remain calm, Liu Hong's instructions from earlier seemed meaningless.

He beckoned, and Liu Xie reacted, quickly stepping forward. This barely brought a sliver of comfort to Liu Hong's eyes. He then said softly, "Xie'er, you are now also a king, the King of Chenliu."

Regarding the matter of the crown prince, it is your father who has wronged you, but since ancient times, according to the established rites and laws, the eldest son and legitimate heir should be chosen.

After that, you will live a wealthy life. If anything happens in Luoyang or even the entire Han Dynasty, go directly to General Weining Palace for help, out of consideration for our shared Liu family.

He will ensure you have a life of plenty and wealth.

"Yes, Father, I obey."

Liu Xie spoke in a low voice.

After he withdrew, Liu Bian was then boldly pushed forward by Empress He behind him, "Father...Father Emperor."

Liu Bian came to the bedside and spoke in a low, stammering voice, appearing genuinely frightened.

Upon seeing the Crown Prince in this state, Liu Hong's original intention to encourage him to live up to expectations and keep a close eye on Liu Hong almost completely vanished.

With such a crown prince and such an emperor, it's hard to say whether they can hold the throne for long.

Remember, this world belongs to the Liu family; do not cause them any trouble.

Even if you rise to a high position in the future, never forget your original intention.

Liu Hong continued speaking, and Liu Bian's pupils shrank upon hearing these words, his face showing some reluctance. However, under Liu Hong's instructions, he eventually nodded silently.

He was quite similar to Liu Shan in the future; knowing his own inadequacy, he was willing to accept his fate, unlike most people who ended up in mutual destruction.

Perhaps doing so is principled and has integrity, but it leads to a dead end without a proper burial, so it's hard to say whether it's good or bad.

After entrusting the two princes with his words, Liu Hong lay on the couch. Suddenly, his eyes brightened, and he became incredibly powerful. He shouted, "Anyone who dares to tarnish the Liu family's royal reputation or the Han dynasty will not be spared, not even in the slightest!"

At this moment, he was staring intently at Empress He inside the hall, as if she were the final variable in this situation.

From Liu Hong's perspective, even if Liu Hong were to seize the throne in the future, he would still be a member of the Liu family. Considering their bloodline and Liu Hong's character, he would at least grant him a title of marquis or king.

Thinking about it this way...

He was quite content.

Empress Dowager Dong was already old and always acted with composure. She had never had any close ties with Empress He's He family. As for the two princes, how could they possibly be a match for Liu Hong?

As we prepare to part ways.

Liu Hong finally let go of his past obsessions and saw through everything.

"Bring the Grand General to me. Also, all officials must safeguard my imperial edict at this moment, no matter what. Anyone who dares to disobey will be executed without mercy."

In this brief moment of lucidity before death, Liu Hong's imperial majesty surprisingly became clear.

The eunuch immediately took care of it.

He was originally one of Liu Hong's men, and now that the situation was about to be settled, he was naturally happy to do so.

Before long, rapid footsteps approached, and Liu Hong, under the watchful eyes of everyone in the hall, ran straight to Liu Hong's side on the dragon bed.

"General, remember this: treat my child well. At least this branch of my blood must continue to exist in this great Han dynasty."

"I remember. You. I remember, this is what you owe me..."

The sound gradually faded, but Liu Hong's voice continued, as if he was truly reluctant to part with this great Han dynasty, but ultimately powerless to do anything about it and could only watch helplessly.

"Remember, General, if my offspring are truly so disappointing in the future, after you ascend to the throne, I will leave you an imperial edict that will make your legitimacy more acceptable to the world and leave those aristocratic families speechless."

Remember, you must promise me that you will protect my bloodline…

In his final moments, the only things Liu Hong truly cared about were his two children.

He couldn't hand over the entire Han Dynasty to his two children, so he could only do this to fulfill his responsibility as a father.

"Please rest assured, Your Majesty, I will certainly keep this in mind."

"Okay, okay, okay."

Upon hearing Liu Hong's words, Liu Hong, in a moment of lucidity, unleashed all his strength from his blocked throat, his face flushed and his pupils dilated, revealing his utter satisfaction.

But this also represented the last vestiges of his imperial glory. As soon as he finished speaking, Liu Hong's strength seemed to be completely drained away, and for a moment he could do nothing but stand there and watch helplessly.

Then, he collapsed completely onto the dragon bed and passed away.

With a distinctive accent, the young eunuch, dressed in brocade robes, wore a sorrowful expression. His high-pitched voice rose slightly, revealing the deep grief in his tone: "His Majesty has passed away. His Majesty has passed away."

Alas! Shouts echoed from the North Palace to the outside of the hall, and then spread throughout the entire imperial city.