The mystery of the Crown Prince's palace deepens. A missing token threatens your position, Consort Yin harbors murderous intent, and the path to survival grows …
The mystery of the Crown Prince's palace deepens. A missing token threatens your position, Consort Yin harbors murderous intent, and the path to survival grows narrower at every turn. The Ninth Prince Li Zhi offers unexpected aid, but even his protection comes at a cost. Your final confession will determine whether you escape the palace enigma alive — or become its next victim.
Chapter 4 represents a major difficulty spike. The Crown Prince's palace is a nest of competing factions, and nearly every wrong answer leads to a Bad Ending. The key is to be concise and never over-explain — saying less keeps you alive.
It is the only non-lethal option at that choice point, but it is still classified as risky. It earns Li Tai +1 favor and advances his plotline, which can pay off in later chapters. However, it also makes the political situation more volatile.
Both are safe, but the first option ('I will repay you') gives +8 favor versus +5 for the second. If you are building toward the Li Zhi true ending path, always choose the first.